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Discover St. Thomas & Magens Bay | Shore Excursion | NCL

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👁️ 42K views📅 13 years ago⏱️ 1:22

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The creator describes a shore excursion in St. Thomas that features both natural and man-made attractions. The natural component is Magens Bay, which is noted for its white sand, clear water, and views of the US and British Virgin Islands. The man-made portion of the tour focuses on the historic Blackbeard's Castle located in the downtown shopping district. Visitors to the castle can ascend the tower for a viewpoint and photo opportunities. The site features a large collection of life-sized bronze and copper pirate statues. Additionally, the location houses the Caribbean World Amber Museum, which contains the second largest collection of amber globally, along with a Caribbean Amber Waterfall. The area provides various amenities including swimming pools, a small restaurant, and bars. The creator notes that the site is easy to navigate because it is situated on a downhill slope, allowing visitors to move through the area at a leisurely pace. The excursion is presented as a location where travelers can spend a significant portion of their day.

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Creator's Key Takeaways

It's rated as one of the top 10 beautiful beaches in the world with beautiful white powder sand, crystal clear water

They have a great viewpoint from up there. It's a great photo op

We have the largest collection of life-sized pirate statues in the world

Blackbeards is a wonderful place to spend a good portion of the day here

Creator's Tips & Advice

Take your time and move through the area at a leisurely pace
Visit the top of Blackbeard's Castle for a great viewpoint and photo op

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are the top attractions in St. Thomas?
QWhat can visitors expect at Blackbeard's Castle?

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