THE ISLANDS - US VIRGIN ISLANDS

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US VIRGIN ISLANDSUS Virgin Islands Map

Population: 103,000 approx.
Capital: Charlotte Amalie in St. Thomas
Currency: US Dollar
Power: 110V
Language: English

Description: A throw of almost 50 small islands and cays: currently a US territory, but once a Danish colony -- hence many of its 18th C. references to Danish names, like Charlotte Amalie. Principle islands are St. Thomas, St. Croix and St. John, all of which are heavily developed. Beaches are white and framed by lovely water colours -- but also replete with drinks-stalls, benches, and rest rooms. St. Thomas is the most popular cruise ship port in the Caribbean.