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The temperature always stays between 70-90 degrees here (average of 80s), so pack light clothes like shorts, t-shirts, sandals and of course a hat and sunglasses. It does rain here but only for short periods of time so forget your umbrella.
Mosquito repellent is a must as I was bitten a lot during my first week here. Also, something like 'Dermoplast' will help relieve itching and sunburn, one of which you'll get.
As with all sun holidays with children, make sure you have enough water/other drinks, with you and a stroller is definitely useful, because Charlotte Amalie is pedestrianised or has paths, so you can walk freely in the main town. Leave a Comment
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 Coki Beach, snorkel reef,
Coral World by catalysta
*If you are big on the duty free shopping, bring an extra duffel for your loot
*Ziplock bags of large & small size are great to have, both for keeping things dry & for putting wet things away in your tote
*WATERPROOF BELT PACK for swimming, so you can keep your passport, money etc. with you - thefts on the beach happen all the time, often the cute little local kids that you see playing nearby who swoop in while you are napping
*sport sandals are indispensable
*reefwalkers are also great
*you'll need one slightly nicer outfit if you want to go into nice restaurants, but keep it cool & simple
*don't wear beach attire in town, it's considered rude & tacky
*remember it's usually well into the '80's F & for the most part quite casual, so bring shorts etc., don't overdress
*I can't do without several sarongs, but then that's just me
*bug spray! the mosquitoes at night will get you when you least expect it
*I bring several levels of sunscreen, and I use the organic kind that won't harm the sealife when in the water
*MotionEaze (see link below) is the best I've found yet for combating any seasickness issues
*I always bring my own little meds kit with Neosporin, bandaids, tweezers, & a few other useful items, but anything you forget can be purchased easily
*LOTS of film or disc space
*water resistant pack for your camera (even big ziplocks work)
*disposable underwater cameras for snorkeling
*underwater housing if you dive, the disposables just don't cut it in deeper water (even the ones rated to 60 ft.) - there's not enough light down there
*waterbottle - you don't want to get dehhydrated!!!
*I bring my own snorkeling gear, which I also use when diving - that way I've got it when I want it, and I don't have to rent something god knows who else has been sucking on
Most of the items listed above can of course be bought in the main towns on all 3 islands, but they will be a bit more expensive.
Still, remember to pack as light as possible, & leave room to bring some fun items back with you. Leave a Comment
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Sun glasses! Bring them. I went for 2 weeks without a pair, only wearing a hat, and I'm now using eye drops. My eyes are dry, and they're not normally, so bring sunglasses, a hat, and moisturising eye drops. Leave a Comment
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Travel light! You won't need heavy, bulky clothes so use a small bag. Chances are you'll encounter stairs, ferries, or small planes so you'll want to be able to manage your luggage easily.
It's hot and humid so light breathable materials are best. Who really cares about wrinkles! Bathing suit (obviously) and beach shoes (like Tevas) for hiking down to those more secluded areas. Dining around town can be casual, but you'll probably want one nice sundress/collared shirt for more fancy restaurants. Afternoon rain showers are common so a light rainjacket can be helpful. Also mosquitos abound so in the evenings you may prefer lightweight long-sleeves and long pants.
Mosquito repellant! Sunscreen! Everything is more expensive and harder to find on the island so make sure to bring any possible medications like allergy tablets, etc. Most hotels & tourist shops sell toiletries, and on St.Thomas there is a Kmart.
There are camera shops, but they may not stock special items and everything will cost you double. Bring specialty items, and throw in a couple disposable cameras (one for underwater shots).
All you really need is a towel & sunglasses. Beach sandals or reef-walkers are good for rocky beaches and short hikes. Anything that battles mosquitos (netting, candles) will make you more comfortable.
Protect against sun & heat. Nothing can spoil a vacation like sunburn or heatstroke. Always wear sunglasses, especially on the water. Always use sunscreen and carry a water bottle. Leave a Comment
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 by nnoah
The climate is quite warm year-round, but you might want to take a light rain-proof jacket just in case.
Do take shorts, bathing suits, your favorite sandals, tank-tops, etc... generally anything you would take with you to the beach is a good idea.
Take plenty of sunscreen. While the air temperature itself isn't opressively hot (generally in the 80's with comfortable humidity) the strength of the sun in the tropics is quite amazing. Also take some after-sun lotion (aloe, etc...) in case you do get a sunburn.
I had no problems in this regard. I took an SLR camera and 35mm film. If you take a digital or video camera (we took a video camera as well), it depends on where you stay as to whether or not you'll be able to recharge batteries. We were on a cruise ship, so there was no problem there for us.
As for film, my tip is always take more than you think you'll need, because as is typical with tourist locales, the film on sale there can be expensive.
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 by bdbrewer
Only shorts, t-shirts, sandals/tennis shoes. Bring casual wear for a nice dinner out
You need both underwater and whatever 'normal' camera you use. Leave a Comment
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The best type of bag to take is one that is easy to carry, and not too heavy. Chances are, if you rent a car, most likely you will recieve a small, SUV type vehicle, we had a side-kick to negotiate the terrain we had to drive on to get to my cousin's house, but also the main attractions on the island such as the rainforest and remote beach access. I would recommend a large back pack or duffel bag, you might want to leave space for any soueviners you might find.
Shorts, T-shirts, bathing suit, sandals, rain coat. Basically summer atire, but defenitely bring lots of sunscreen!!!!
Sun Screen, spf of more than or equal to 45. You can get a sunburn from walking outside unprotected for 5 minutes!
Bring extra film and photgraphy supplies, you're on an island so anticipate price inflation as compared to the main land.
Snorkel gear, scuba gear, beach umbrella, beach towel, etc.
Bring a sense of adventure and excitement. Leave a Comment
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Never take more than you'll need. Ladies, it's not worth packing anything too dressy as you'll practically live in shorts.
It's a good idea to take a pair of binoculars, as the views are fantastic.
It's always worth taking your own medical kit, which you can pack to your personal needs. However, I don't think you'd have trouble getting what you need on Tortola.
If you're going sailing, make sure you keep your cameras and films in waterproof bags. Leave a Comment
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Pack several suits , something to wear to dinner, a beach coverup, a pair of shorts, 2 or 3 shirts and some underwear. we usually wear a suit under our clothes cause you never know when you will find the perfect beach and you want to be ready.
Take a land camera and some kind of under water camera-they are lots of fun-disposable is fine. Get your film before you leave-it adds up anywhere that you buy it. Leave a Comment
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