I come here at least once every time I come to St John, which is almost yearly. In fact I…read morespecifically go to this store early before I go to dinner in the area. It might just be me, but I love to remember my vacations by purchasing a St John T-Shirt, sort of like what I used to do when I went to a Concert. Lots of fun T-Shirts, but I live in a Deep North Snow area close to Toronto. For that reason I want long sleeve T-Shirts. Yes they a few, and I buy them, but I wish they would have more as they do for the short sleeve versions. If they did, I would have upgraded it to 5 Stars! Hope the manager is reading this (wink-wink).

Easily one of the biggest, nicest souvenir shops in Cruz Bay. 2-stories of hats, shirts,…read moreeverything swim related, sunglasses, flip-flops, etc. We didn't buy anything, so we cannot comment on the customer service complaints noted in other reviews. The inventory appeared to be good quality. A fun place to walk through, even if nothing catches your eye! Recommend you stop by...

The best uv/rash guard shirts in the Caribbean! They last forever!…read more Stop in after your excursions. They always have a Bogo offer going on. Everything you need to declare your love for STT!

Super-cool store for all things needed to be on or in the ocean. My favs there include the rash…read moreguards and the swimsuits. I even mail-ordered last month after I was here and didn't pull the trigger on purchasing. Three rash guards by mail, 2 more bought this visit. The Ocean Surfari brand is well made and durable. The store usually has some sort of sale going on, so stop by even if it's just to have a look. The store has swimsuits, goggles, sunglasses, etc., you name it, it's there. Mostly good quality stuff too! They sell really nice bracelets that are tagged to animals that have been cared for and released back into the wild. Gorillas, sharks, dolphins, penguins, etc. Really fun for the whole family. They have a frequent buyer program, the more you buy, the more discounts you get. Good stuff at a fun store, and the staff is awesome too! Recommend Ocean Surfari for all of your ocean-going needs!

Super cute little shop on St. John. We needed a hat for the beach and ended up also buying a few…read moreshirts and a bag as well. Could have bought even more, as the items were cute and seemed of good quality. They had hats (men and women's, ball caps and also beach hats), shirts and tank tops, and other typical beach store items. We were very happy to find it and would recommend a stop there. Friendly employee also.

We always stop in here when having fun in Coral bay. They've recently expanded their store so it's…read morenot as cramped as it was in the past. Lots of good souvenirs here - shirts, hats, stickers, hot sauce, necklaces, etc. They also carry kid friendly stuff and sizes. Oh, and it's air conditioned so you can catch a quick break from the heat. Winning.

My wife and I first gave St. Thomas Scuba and Snorkel Adventures a try last year on our first visit…read moreto St. Thomas. Because of our amazing experience last year, we had to give them another try this year. On both visits, we chose the "rent a local" experience for about $120 per person, and both times we were fortunate enough to have Madi as our guide! The "rent a local" experience is essentially a private tour in which a local snorkel expert picks you up from your hotel and drives you to 2 beaches for snorkeling, in addition to taking you to some lookout points and Hull Bay Hideaway for lunch (lunch not included in the package). Madi offered a wealth of expertise and even helped me (I am not a big swimmer and can hardly float) to stay afloat in the water (thanks to a life jacket and noodle, and later even a boogie board) while still enjoying the sights to see. Madi even brought along a cooler with waters, sodas and rum punch to keep us hydrated between beaches. Madi and the rest of the crew know exactly where to go and have great knowledge of the local wildlife. On both snorkel adventures, we saw plenty of sea turtles, sting rays, sea urchin, sea worms, flounder and various other forms of wildlife such as octopus, squid and even a barracuda. Throughout the day, your guide customizes the 5-hour experience according to what you'd like to see and do (want to spend more time at a beach snorkeling? No problem at all!). I also have to add that Webb, who runs this program, is an amazing (and personal) communicator. We emailed back and forth several times before arriving to make sure we got the most out of our experience. He also makes sure that your guide texts you before picking you up so that you have each other's contact information. The other great aspect of this tour is that your guide takes pictures of your group and the wildlife you encounter. The picture quality is incredible and they really capture some amazing shots. If you choose to purchase the photo package, they'll guarantee at least 50 high-resolution photos and will send them digitally via Dropbox or Air Drop. If you're looking to snorkel (or even Scuba dive) on St. Thomas or St. John, you must choose St. Thomas Adventures. I wouldn't change a thing about this crew and this program. They all rock and the value is incredible!

I called in the morning and Web quickly organized a private tour for us with Heather. Love her she…read morewas so fun and laid back to hang out with all day. We went snorkeling at two different beaches and then she took us around the island to some beautiful lookout spots. Heather was very knowledgeable of the history of the island and the sea life. The pictures she took are our absolute favorite from the whole trip. The underwater pics are they best!

Beautiful spot , very accommodating and very serene, complete w restaurant, harbor, hair and nail…read moresalons. Helpful staff. My one suggestion- You're are working with guests that are used to a certain standard of service and organization. When you check them in for anything from reservations, to anything else, 1.If you see a guests, you stop your own business to welcome and help them. 2. You serve ONE guest at a time- customer comes first. So you don't answer the phone in the middle of your conversation, you don't go back to do errands or chit chat- you serve and finish with your guests 3. Upon check in or anything, you give them all the basic info they need- and or show them. (Ie, these are the hours, when you check in our out, this is how you put in the code. This is the Wi-Fi password.) In business and hospitality, you have thought of and anticipated people's needs, so you generally cover them upon move in. These are developed world standards and when serving developed world guests.... They are the customer, looking for ease and a vacation- so in this case, do as the Romans do.

Room was right on the beach which is what we wanted. The front desk staff were super friendly and…read moreaccommodating. We arrived early due to our flight time and were able to leave our luggage in the lobby while we headed to the beach. By the time we sat, they had our room ready (before 1pm). Each room is designed differently/privately owned. Ours was set up nicely with a great view from the balcony and a coffee pot. Our only complaint was the cleanliness of the shower and some of the construction that was going on at the resort, especially for the price we paid even in the off season. We would stay here again next time without hesitation.

If you are coming to Vieques, you should not leave without surfing with Steve and Kathryn. Two of…read moremy friends and I took a two-hour lesson with them and we had a blast. Steve was great at communicating before the lesson and was so efficient with our time in the water. We stopped for a delicious snack part-way through, and then got right back in the water. At the end of the lesson, when I accidentally put my hand on a spiny sea urchin, Kathryn was next to me in a flash, helping me pull the spines out. Also, whenever myself or a friend wiped out, there was always someone checking to make sure we were okay. Kathryn and Steve were very attentive. They are a great team and wonderful people and teachers.

From the owner: Come enjoy one of the most exciting activities the island has to offer. Vieques is known for it's…read moresmall gentle waves. Perfect for learning how to surf. Our guides are dedicated watermen who have been surfing and diving the oceans of the world all their lives. Besides learning how to ride waves, you will also learn water safety, surf etiquette, where waves come from and how to read them, and a bit about our local ecosystem. Don't miss out on this fun, safe, and educational experience.

Admittedly, I wasn't actually thinking about a SCUBA trip on this vacation and we just happened…read moreupon Red Hook Dive Center. It's been 5 years since I last dove and I had never been on an ocean dive. Living in Kentucky limits my access to beaches but we have plenty of lakes, rivers, and quarries. We went in to purchase some souvenirs for our sons and I just asked on a whim if the young lady (Coralie) knew of any reputable dive crews that had any openings the week we were in the USVI. It took some convincing from my wife but I finally relented and signed up. I am so glad that I did. Fast forward a few days and we find ourselves in front of the Fool's Gold ship with a seasoned crew of divers and captains getting ready for an adventure of a lifetime! Both dives took place at Buck Island. Dive 1 was at Barracuda Point. It was a 41-minute dive of up to 65' - 70'. Dive 2 was at the wreck of the Cartanza Senora. It was a 49 minute dive of up to 50'. Having not been out for 5 years, I decided to enlist a private dive instructor at a small additional fee. Her name was Audrey and she was AMAZING! I was nervous and showing all the signs of a new diver (holding my breath, struggling with buoyancy, etc.). She put my mind at ease and by the end of the first dive, it was like riding a bicycle. We saw so much ocean life that I would have missed were it not for her. We saw spotted drum, blue tangs, moon jellyfish, a Caribbean reef shark, a nurse shark, green sea turtles, angelfish, yellowtail snappers, pink meanies, groupers, puffer fish, parrotfish, a hawksbill sea turtle (endangered), anemones, flounder, filefish, and a solo squid. I cannot finish this review without giving huge props to the entire crew of Becca, Paul, and Gus as well. They worked so well together and made the trip memorable for everyone on the boat and in the water. My wife, who did not dive or snorkel, even had a great time on the boat and floating in the water with pool noodles. If you are considering a dive while in St. Thomas or the USVI, you would be doing yourself a disservice if you didn't make Red Hook Dive Center your first call. This was a trip I will always remember. Pro tip: Make sure you bring your GoPro or dive camera. The sea life is amazing and wondrous! I'm so glad I remembered mine.

I was VERY disappointed in my latest visit to RHDC (April 2026). After having dove with them in…read more2015, 2018, and 2023, I was REALLY excited to be back. The staff had completely changed and it showed. The ONLY person that I would give more than 1 star to for customer service was Audrey...5 stars isn't enough. She was FANTASTIC! A GREAT dive master and a GREAT customer service representative of the company! She walked around on the boat before and after the dives and talked to everyone to get to know them and see how they were doing. Truly a model employee! That's where it ends. EVERYONE else was mediocre at best. No personality, no interaction with the divers, no customer service skills. Sam was no help in the dive shop, the captains were just there for the paycheck...it was a complete turnaround from the staff that was there before. BY FAR, the WORST was May. She was the dive master on my third day of dives and was a complete and utter disappointment. She picked the WORST possible dive sites (NE side of St. Thomas across from Coral World at Thatch Cay), had ZERO personality or customer service skills, and was not ready to be leading divers. We spent the first ten minutes of the second dive swimming into a strong current and she had no clue. You could watch the rocks below and see that we weren't moving at all. She finally turned us around and we just flowed with it until the dive was over. No wildlife pointed out, no attempt at doing her job...it seemed like she was being burdened to have to take us out. Needless to say, I won't use RHDC again. If is wasn't for Audrey, I would give it 1 star. She was truly great at her job. The rest...not so much.

From the start I knew it was going to be a great and positive experience. JJ picked us up from El…read moreBlok Hotel and was cracking our group up the whole time. We didn't even feel the 30-35 minute drive to the bay. Once at the bay we were greeted by Luis and another person that were our guides. The guides were very experience and patient. Luis would educate us as to why it glows and what is happening with the bay that makes ideal for these perfect conditions to make it the best in the world. We are all very satisfied. It was more than enough time to kayak, play with water, and enjoy the evening. Thank you so much Black Beard. Recommendation: Plan to go on a new moon or when it's the darkest. The stars were amazing to watch. It's like it was a sky show and a bioluminescence show. When you're kayaking the glass bottom lights up and it's like traveling at light speed through the stars. An absolute must do when in Vieques. Vieques is beautiful enough with its beaches and snorkeling.

Great experience! I've never been kayaking and my husband did once. I was unnecessarily worried…read moreas I recently hurt my right leg but everything went great! But, you do end up wet. We were shuttled to and from the site by a funny great driver. Once there we were met by two informative guys who led us to our boats. They explained the process, gave us life jackets and oars. They helped us wade to our kayaks in pairs and off we went. One guy led in front, the other stayed in back. We quickly got to a spot and played with the water to trigger the bioluminescence. As the night progressed, the "glow" was better. Movement causes the glow so contrary to some pics, it's not always glowing unless you cause it. Unfortunately we didn't see any fish or turtles. Our guide Jake explained a lot of the history/makeup of the bay. He handled our questions effectively. I didn't get any pictures as they discourage cameras/phones and also say they capturing the images is difficult. I so wish I had gotten a pic of my husband and I either in the kayak or at least with our oars...We were sad it was over-what a great experience!

It was a little difficult to get confirmation but it was totally worth it. Motoring out to Buck…read moreisland then eating while you sail back with the perfect captain and crew and hatch rock playing. Highly recommend this.

Adding the adventure dive trips is nice. We were able to see a few more sites. I hope when the…read morewinds are better they go exploring more sites. Crew is always good. New boat is real nice. I do think they need to document the dive sites on a board. We all have computers, so we don't need depth, temp, etc. However, having the sites documented on a board allows us to take a pic so we can update our log books.

Private tour booked by my wife to explore BVI while in St. John, I had no idea what to expect. The…read moreday was awesome. Our captain, Brad, was the best - he knows which islands to visit and which to simply see from a distance. We had a great time, and the difference between a group tour and private tour is night and day - the group tour leaders seemed great but their clients - suffice it to say you don't always get agreeable people in your group. We saw several islands, learned about the local history and enjoyed our day very much. We were absolutely wiped out by the end, but in a good way. Brad also recommended a great local place for dinner and it was spot-on. Low Key Water Sports also has a rad retail store with items you may need for your adventure.