No Passport Required!
(& Other Great Reasons To Visit The USVI's)

As your cyber-sales rep, I have a lot of Canadian-based travel agents who I work with.  Nevertheless, the statistical majority of North America TA's are based in the United States so, it's from there I'll start this eSales topic.

Sugar Bay Resort & Spa's partner, "Visit The USVI's", offers the following hints and ideas about the ease and enjoyment of traveling to America's Caribbean playground:

Do I need a passport to visit the U.S. Virgin Islands?

If you are a U.S. citizen a passport is not required, but it still serves as the best identification when traveling. Otherwise, you must be prepared to show evidence of citizenship when departing the islands, such as a raised-seal birth certificate and government-issued photo ID.

If you are not a U.S. citizen, then a passport issued by your country of origin is required.  If you are not sure of your status, please contact the U.S Customs & Border Protection agency (www.cbp.gov).

What kind of weather can I expect during my vacation?

The U.S. Virgin Islands enjoys warm sunny weather year-round. The average winter temperature is 77ºF (25ºC), and the average summer temperature is 82ºF (28ºC).

What is the currency in the U.S. Virgin Islands?

As a U.S. territory, the currency is the U.S. dollar. Automated teller machines (ATMs) can be found throughout all three islands. Most establishments accept credit cards and travelers checks. The most widely accepted credit cards are Visa and MasterCard.

When is the best time to visit the U.S. Virgin Islands?

The U.S. Virgin Islands is a year-round destination; however, you may find the best bargains on hotels and attractions during the summer months.

Can I drive in the U.S. Virgin Islands?

They drive on the left side of the road. A valid U.S. or foreign license is accepted. Seatbelts are required by law, and it is illegal to drive while speaking on your cell phone.

Do I need to bring an adapter for my electronics?

Standard 120-volt current is used in the U.S. Virgin Islands. No adapters are required.

Are there health facilities in the U.S. Virgin Islands?

Very good hospitals with well-trained doctors and medical professionals are available on St. Croix and St. Thomas. The Governor Juan F. Luis Hospital on St. Croix and the Roy Lester Schneider Hospital on St. Thomas are both centrally located. The Myrah Keating Smith clinic on St. John is available for patient care. If extensive medical care is needed, patients are transferred by medical boat to St. Thomas. Medical evacuation services are also available.

What language is spoken in the U.S. Virgin Islands?

English is the official language, but you can definitely detect the sound of colorful dialects and expressions that may take time to get accustomed to. Spanish is also commonly spoken.

What is the time zone?

Atlantic Standard Time. During the spring and summer months they are on the same time as the U.S. East Coast. When the clocks fall back in the autumn and winter, the USVI remains an hour ahead.