U.S. Virgin Islands Pictures

As one of the busiest ports in the world, St. Thomas cruise harbor is full of travelers, vendors and duty-free shopping. Anthony Quintano Flickr

Climb these stone steps in downtown Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas, for a nice harbor view. cathyclapper2 iStockphoto.com

Magens Bay in northern St. Thomas is one of the most popular beaches in the Caribbean for its clear blue waters and soft, white sand. Daquella Manera Flickr

Coki Point, located in St. Thomas, is an excellent spot for both novice and experienced snorkelers to observe some marine life.  Daquella Manera Flickr

An overhead view of the cruise harbor at Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas, shows just a preview of the notable beaches and shopping for which the island is famous. Daquella Manera Flickr

One of the best views of St. Thomas' harbor, Water Island and Puerto Rico awaits you atop Paradise Point. Courtesy U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Tourism

Narrow Main Street is an assault on the senses, filled with vacationers straight from the cruise dock and plenty of solicitors standing curbside to welcome you to their stores. vlasta2 Flickr

One of St. Thomas' most visited tourist attractions is an indoor-outdoor aquarium filled with turtles, stingrays and touch starfish. Loimere Flickr

This par-70 course on the St. Thomas' northeast side is also the home of a few iguanas.  kthypryn Flickr

At Buck Island National Monument in St. Croix you can enjoy the barrier reef's wildlife and the quiet beaches. Michellejh Wikimedia

Boats glisten in the harbor at Charlotte Amalie on St. Thomas, where you'll find plenty of places to shop. Graffizone iStockphoto.com

Take a walking or driving tour of Fort Christiansvaern on St. Croix and you'll spot several preserved cannons. Cumulus Clouds Wikimedia

Eighteenth-century Fort Frederik served as a jail, fire station and courthouse in Frederiksted, St. Croix. Cumulus Clouds Wikimedia

St. Croix's Estate Whim Plantation chronicles the 18th-century life of Cruzans, especially those involved in the production of sugar cane. Courtesy U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Tourism

Guides at the Cruzan Rum Distillery in St. Croix will teach you about the rum-making process and even mix you a few sample cocktails. Moresheth Flickr

The Virgin Islands National Park takes up 7,000 acres on the island of St. John. National Park Service Wikimedia

Take a tour of this former sugar plantation on St. John. You can even watch a basket weaving demonstration depending on the day. Daquella Manera Flickr

In the past, boaters found refuge from storms in this northeast section of St. John. Daquella Manera Flickr

Leinster Bay is a popular snorkeling spot in St. John. Daquella Manera Flickr

Iguanas watch over parasailing vacationers in the U.S. Virgin Islands. brianandjaclyn Flickr

On St. Croix, you may spot these remnants of a rum distillery. Cumulus Clouds Wikimedia

Snorkeling is a popular activity in the U.S Virgin Islands, where wildlife swims under the waters surrounding each island. NOAA CCMA Biogeography Team Wikimedia

Beautiful Trunk Bay in St. John is frequently voted one of the best beaches in the World. Ben Whitney Wikimedia

The Virgin Islands' distinctive taxis shuttle between all the major tourists spots. Daquella Manera Flickr