News of St. John | An Online Blog About the Daily Happenings of St. John, USVI

COVID Update- Mask Mandates and Travel Testing Requirements Still In Place

May 17, 2021 by Hillary Bonner

Good Afternoon! I hope that you all had a great weekend and are getting into this work week bursting with positivity and productivity! I did not get a post up earlier this morning because I thought there might be a decent amount to update after Governor Bryan’s press conference this afternoon. Unfortunately, there aren’t many changes to report on, but it sound like, with additional guidance in the future from the CDC, there could be on the horizon!

Real Estate Spotlight: Stunning Peter Bay Home with Unparalleled Views

May 14, 2021 by News of St. John

Every then and again we come across a home here on St. John that simply takes our breath away. Today we’d like to share one of these extraordinary spots with all of you. It’s located in one of the island’s most exclusive neighborhoods, and it happens to be looking for its next owner. Please take a few moments to check out Villa Carlota…

St. Croix Fourth Grader Ranks High in Doodle for Google Contest

May 13, 2021May 13, 2021 by Hillary Bonner

Hi all! Here’s a little feel good piece for you about an artistically talented fourth grade student from St. Croix. Annually, Google hosts a competition that challenges K-12 students to create artwork in line with a theme and a winner is selected from each of the 54 United States’, possessions and territories. The grand prize for one of these aspiring young artists who makes it to the finals is the opportunity for their work to be featured on the Google landing page….And a sizeable scholarship! The winner of the USVI Doodle for Google Competition this year, with the theme being “I am strong, because…,” is fourth grader Armani Harvey from Pearl B.Larsen PreK-8 school on St. Croix.

So, by the time he hits the fifth grade, Armani may be a world famous artist! But, he needs your help 🙂

Love City Car Ferries Has an App!

May 12, 2021 by Hillary Bonner

Love City Car Ferries, Inc., the locally owned and operated company that owns and operates the Vic and Grand Vic car barges between Red Hook and Cruz Bay, launched an app this week that may make things a bit easier on the passage between Love City and Rock City! I know that this post won’t apply to a lot of you because MANY of you rent your cars on St. John while you’re here and don’t have to hassle with the car barge.

But for those of you who were not able to find a rental on St. John, and for those of us that live here and need to head to St. Thomas for grocery runs, doctors appointments and/or flights out, this app looks like it will make things a bit easier in the realm of navigating the sometimes unpredictable car barge schedule.

Enter to Win in Support of the Animal Care Center!

May 11, 2021May 11, 2021 by Hillary Bonner

The Island Green “Two Tickets to Paradise” fundraiser ended on May 1, but not before giving one lucky lover of St. John an all-inclusive trip valued at over $10k! If you missed your chance on the draw for that raffle, never fear! You have FOUR more days to purchase tickets for a similar contest…But this time it is in support of the Animal Care Center of St. John (ACC) and all of the rescue pups and kitties on island 🙂

Leinster Bay Named “Network to Freedom” Historic Site

May 10, 2021 by Hillary Bonner

Last month, Interior Secretary Deb Haaland announced the addition of 16 new additions to the nearly 700 Underground Railroad Network to Freedom program’s historic sites. One of which is right here on St. John…

Love City Legends – The Donkeys

May 7, 2021May 8, 2021 by Hillary Bonner

If you have ever visited St. John, you know that spotting our beloved four hoofed friends on the roadside or along the hiking trails is as probable as encountering a turtle at Maho Bay. The hundreds of donkeys on St. John who travel the island in packs of three to five or more can be spotted in the most unexpected of places and are SO friendly and gentle. Even so, approaching the donkeys and feeding them is a big no no and a mistake made at the expense of the health of the animals.

And the Raffle Winner is….

May 7, 2021May 7, 2021 by Hillary Bonner

Good Morning Everyone! We have been the promotional partner with Island Green Living Association over the past month in an effort to promote ticket sales for their “Two Tickets to Paradise” fundraiser. If you have been following along, you know how amazing this prize package is and that one lucky winner will be taking an all expenses paid trip to St. John that includes airfare, excursions, dining and accommodations! Well, after cooperatively raising $112,000 in support of sustainability efforts on St. John, a winner has been announced!

Happy Cinco de Mayo!

May 5, 2021 by Hillary Bonner

It’s a tequila drinking, taco eating, salsa dunking, mariachi dancing kinda Wednesday and the weather on St. John today is looking beautifully cooperative for a mid-day Margarita in the sun and sand.

If you’re on vacation on St. John right now, you might be thinking about where the best spot is for a little afternoon or happy hour fiesta. Well, there are quite a few options for those of your feeling festive on island for a tasty tequila libation, south of the border snack or simply a good time in the sunshine!

One Day Left to WIN “Two Tickets to Paradise!”

April 30, 2021April 30, 2021 by Hillary Bonner

Good Morning and Happy Fri-Yay! The Island Green Living Association’s “Two Tickets to Paradise” fundraiser ends tonight at midnight! Don’t miss out on the opportunity to win an all-inclusive St. John vacation for two, valued at over $10,000….Head over to their site and get your tickets today. Or, read on to find out more about this amazing organization and the even more amazing prize package they have put together for one lucky winner that may be YOU!