St Thomas on Foot: We Climbed the 99 Steps at Age 74! | Sky Princess Cruise

Name: St Thomas on Foot: We Climbed the 99 Steps at Age 74! | Sky Princess Cruise
Uploaded: 2026-01-26T00:00:00+00:00
Duration: 8 min 5 s
Channel: Sail Away with Bruce and Eileen

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Creator's Key Takeaways

We are so glad we did. Once we got past the busy port area, we found ourselves on the Jean Proomenade.

If you're ablebodied and enjoy walking, we highly recommend skipping the taxi and taking this prominade into town.

We made it. And let us tell you, it was worth every single step.

This is one of those moments where you remember why you travel.

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Skip the taxi and walk the promenade into town if you're able-bodied and enjoy walking.

✓Take a taxi back from Blackbeard's Castle if you're tired after climbing the steps.

✓Visit the free St. Thomas Historic Trust museum for local insights.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Long walk from the port to town — It's a 30-minute walk, but there are seats along the way to rest.

Questions This Creator Answers

QHow to explore St. Thomas on foot from the cruise port?

QWhat are the highlights of a walking tour in Charlotte Amalie?

QCan two 74-year-olds climb the 99 Steps to Blackbeard's Castle?

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Explore St Thomas on foot with us on our Sky Princess Caribbean cruise! We're back in Charlotte Amalie, USVI after 30 years and decided to skip the taxi for a self-guided walking adventure. Join us as we stroll the scenic John de Jongh Promenade from West Indian Company Dock, discover the FREE St Thomas Historic Trust museum on Raadets Gade, and tackle the famous 99 Steps to Blackbeard's Castle for breathtaking harbor views. At age 74, we climbed every step (plus bonus stairs to Hotel 1829!). Perfect for cruisers visiting St Thomas who want to explore Charlotte Amalie independently, enjoy local culture, and get amazing views without booking an expensive tour. We'll show you walking tips, what to expect at Blackbeard's Castle, and whether the 99 Steps are worth the climb. Princess Cruises | Caribbean Cruise Vlog | Senior Travel Subscribe to our channel to follow our adventures and more travel tips: https://www.youtube.com/@SailAwaywithBruceandEileen?sub_confirmation=1 Follow us on SOCIAL: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/sailawaywithbruceandeileen Instragram - https://www.instragram.com/sailawaywithbruceandeileen #StThomas #CharlotteAmalie #CruiseVlog #CaribbeanCruise #PrincessCruises #SkyPrincess #ShoreExcursion #99Steps #BlackbeardsCastle #USVI #CruisePort #SeniorTravel #DIYShoreExcursion #TravelOver60 #WalkingTour