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Remember to bring either a passport or a birth certificate along with a photo I.D.
U.S. citizens do not need this documentation upon arrival but when departing, everyone is required to show proof of citizenship. A passport is required if you are planning a day trip to the British Virgin Islands.
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Pack light!
Just don't forget hats, sunglasses, and sunscreen. (We have beach towels for you.)
Island attire is pretty casual. Shorts and casual outfits are perfectly acceptable for most island dining. If you are planning a special night of fine dining, gentlemen should pack slacks but jackets are not required (and ties are strictly prohibited).
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Be prepared to share a taxi from the airport.
Taxi service at the airport provides multi-destination shuttle vans that accommodate 8 to 12 passengers. They will charge $8 per person and $2-$4 per piece of luggage to bring you to Bellavista Bed & Breakfast. (Gratuity is at your discretion.) If you prefer a private taxi, it must be arranged in advance and the cost is $55 for up to four passengers and $7 for each additional person.
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If you are planning to rent a car, reserve it in advance.
It is sometimes more cost effective to rent a car at $45-$65 per day than to rely on taxis which charge $5-$10 per person one-way to most locations around the island. To ensure availability and a better deal, make reservations for a car prior to arriving on St. Thomas. The following agencies have rental cars available at the airport:
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Avis |
1-800-331-1084 |
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Budget |
1-800-626-4516 |
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Hertz |
1-800-654-3131 |
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Dependable |
1-800-522-3076 |
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The standard island greeting is "Good Morning," "Good Afternoon," or "Good Evening."
It sounds so formal but so nice. You will find that native islanders are more helpful and friendly if you precede any interaction with one of these greetings.
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Additional vacation planning information and ideas can be found at these web sites:
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