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It's the calm turquoise waters of the Caribbean that command attention in St. Thomas -- home to both pirates' legends and tropical fish for centuries. And there's no shortage of ways to explore the island. Choose your vessel to discover these warm waters, from kayak and catamaran to yacht, turbo-charged jet boat or breathing observation bubble.
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After a scenic drive to Coral World, where you attend an equipment orientation and safety briefing. The dive begins when the helmet is placed over your head and on your shoulders. Descend the entry ladder to the sand bottom, take your first steps, and then follow the handrail 10 to 15 feet below the surface as you set out on your guided underwater walk. You are surrounded by tropical fish, including damsels, yellowtail snappers and parrotfish, and coral formations. After your walk, return to the ladder; your helmet is removed as you exit the water.
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Don’t just take back memories of St. Thomas; capture the island’s magnificent views with your digital camera or on film under the guidance of a local professional photographer.
Board your open-air safari bus for a brief drive up to Paradise Point for your orientation. Paradise Point provides an excellent opportunity to photograph the picturesque St. Thomas harbor and the ship. Next, head off to several other St. Thomas “photo hot spots” including a white-sand beach and world-famous Mountain Top (St. Thomas’ highest point) with its panoramic of Magens Bay and down-island views of St. John and the British Virgin Islands. Your final stop is Bluebeard's Castle, a historic spot where you can photograph some of the pirate history of the islands, before your return to the ship.
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On this excursion you’ll experience the newest and most exciting underwater adventure in the Caribbean with the Breathing Observation Bubble (B.O.B.) You may be asking, What is a B.O.B.? A B.O.B. is similar to an underwater motor scooter that you sit on. The unit is designed such that your head remains dry and you simply breath normally just as you would on the surface. No diving experience is required to participate on this exciting excursion. Your unique experience begins as you board a 60’ custom dive yacht at the pier for the brief cruise to the dive destination. Upon arrival an orientation will be provided and you’ll be separated into groups. As the first group takes its turn with a ride on the B.O.B. , the other groups can enjoy the use of the complimentary snorkeling equipment and floats until it’s their turn on the B.O.B. During your dive, you’ll tour over and around a turn of the century shipwreck that has attracted a variety of colorful tropical fish and corals. Snacks, refreshments and complimentary rum punch at the close of the watersports activities are also included. This is one experience your sure to write home about!
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Board open-air safari buses for the trip toCoral World on Coki Point. The friendly and knowledgeable staff escorts you to the dock and the semi- submarine Nautilus. Descend six feet below the waterline to the air-conditioned comfort of the main cabin. Large viewing points offer a close-up look at the coral gardens surrounding Coki Point. Watch a diver conduct a fish feeding in front of the viewing ports. After your cruise, enter Coral World Marine Park where you have approximately 90-minutes of free time to explore on your own. The highlights include the predator tank with lemon, nurse and reef sharks, tarpon, barracuda and moray eels. Learn how to pet a shark, stroll through the Marine Gardens, visit the 21 aquariums and enjoy a complimentary Shark Bite Punch before returning to the ship.
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Board a comfortable ferry for the 45- minute ride to St. John. Meet your driver on arrival and board an open-air safari bus for the ride to Trunk Bay in Virgin Islands National Park, the southernmost National Park in the Unites States. After a short orientation and a lesson if needed, set out on the famous underwater snorkel trail. Markers describe the many species of fish and corals that make Trunk Bay their home. You have over an hour to snorkel, swim or relax on the fantastic beach. The US Park Service maintains restroom, showers and snack bar for your convenience. Snorkel equipment including safety vest, instruction and supervision by US Park Service lifeguards, and transportation included.
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Enjoy some of the most breathtaking vistas in the Caribbean on a drive along Skyline Drive.
Board your open-air safari bus or air-conditioned mini-van and travel Skyline Drive with views of nearby St. John, the British Virgin Islands, and the harbor of Charlotte Amalie nestled below. Stop at Mountain Top, the highest point on the island, to enjoy views of Magens Bay — rated by the National Geographic Society as one of the top 10 beaches in the world. Take some time to browse through a few stores located on Mountain Top. Afterward, travel to St. Peter Great House. Once the haunt of the rich and famous, this classic Caribbean hideaway features views
of the Virgin Islands from the grounds which are perched 1,000 feet above the sea.
Stroll the gardens, admire the architecture, and enjoy a complimentary rum punch. Continue on to bustling Charlotte Amalie, where you may choose to return to the ship or remain in town to browse and shop; however, you are then responsible
for your return to the ship.
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Board a comfortable tour boat for the 45-minute narrated ride to St. John, part of Virgin Islands National Park.
Meet your driver upon arrival and board an open-air safari bus for your tour of the southernmost National Park in the United States. Observe its white-sand beaches, crystalline waters, and dramatic scenery. Your tour takes in Whistling Cay, Trunk Bay, Hawksnest Bay, and Caneel Bay, which overlooks the fabled Rockefeller plantation. Stop at Bordeaux Mountain 1,200 feet above sea level while enjoying breathtaking views of the British Virgin Islands. Return to Cruz Bay for 20 minutes of shopping time prior to the ferry ride back to St. Thomas.
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