Good Morning. We have some sad news to report. A fire broke out last night at the home of philanthropist and financier Donald Sussman in Great Cruz Bay, causing significant damage to the property. The cause of the fire remains unknown at the time this article was written.
Young Artists Shine in Celebration Parade
The 70th St. John Celebration Parade was a beautiful sight and the St. John School of the Arts troupe worked hard this summer to put on a show.
Mandatory Beach Break: Hawksnest Beach
Good Morning! It’s Friday morning, so we insist you to procrastinate that work you’ve been dreading for a few minutes and enjoy a mandatory beach break!
This time let us transport you to Hawksnest Beach, where crystal blue waters meet the shimmering shorelines of white sand.
July 3rd Emancipation Day
July 3rd for most of the country is a day of preparation and travel for the Fourth of July. However, in the U.S. Virgin Islands the celebrations begin early. Emancipation Day is a very important part of our culture worth understanding.
2024 St. John Events, Activities, and Live Music!
On island and not sure what to do next? Check out these upcoming July events on St. John!
STJ Hideaway: A Unique Dining Experience Opens in Cruz Bay This Week
Good Morning, Good Morning! I have some VERY exciting news for all of you today. This week is the grand opening of an incredibly unique dining experience in the Lumberyard. Yes, yes, I know what you’re thinking. Dining in a parking lot? Well, let me just tell you that St. John’s newest dining spot, STJ Hideaway is much more than meets the eye from the outside. The food is an explosion of delight for your tastebuds with a focus on fresh, locally sourced ingredients and island infused flavors. The expansive cocktail menu offers drinks that are unique and complex with something for everyone’s palette. The staff brings “to the table” a wealth of knowledge and experience in the culinary industry on St. John. And the space? Well, once you step inside, you won’t for one moment remember that you are situated in an obscure corner of a parking lot in Cruz Bay….
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Bajo El Sol Gallery: Where Art, Culture, and Caribbean Flair Collide
Good morning! Nestled in the heart of the vibrant Mongoose Junction is Bajo El Sol, an art gallery focused on artistic expression and cultural immersion. Established in 1993, this hybrid establishment seamlessly blends fine art, jewelry, literature, and culinary delights to create an unparalleled experience for visitors seeking to delve into the soul of the Virgin Islands.
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Summer of Change
After three years in business, I have decided it is time to close up my quirky little retail shop, Coral Bay Adventures.
Beach Break – Cinnamon Bay
Good Morning St. John, take a break from your busy schedule to read this article and let your mind wander to a warm happy place known as Cinnamon Bay!
Business Spotlight: Exciting Expansion Now Open at Wharfside Village Hotel on the Waterfront
If you have been a frequent visitor to St. John over the years, Wharfside Village has likely been a staple for souvenir shopping, blissful beachside happy hours and memorable waterfront dining experiences. Since the 2017 hurricanes, a renovation of the complex has restored the waterfront dining and shopping mall to a stylish Caribbean oasis with native plants lining the walkways and beach front. In 2021, a new overnight experience was added to the eclectic complex when the Wharfside Village Hotel opened boutique hotel rooms in the heart of Cruz Bay. The new rooms offer a front row seat to the happenings on the beach in front of your favorite St. John establishments.