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St. Thomas Tour - Sky Ride to Paradise Point + Havensight and Charlotte Amalie #travel #cruise

Khiz & Eesa
Khiz & Eesa
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πŸ‘οΈ 43K viewsπŸ“… 2 years ago⏱️ 30:19

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Editorial Summary

The creator provides a comprehensive walking tour of St. Thomas, beginning with a trip from the cruise ship to the Sky Ride. After walking approximately twelve minutes from the port, the group takes the cable car to Paradise Point to enjoy panoramic views of the harbor and downtown area. The video details the cost of the Sky Ride and highlights various lookout points and dining options available at the summit. Following their time at Paradise Point, the family embarks on a walk toward downtown Charlotte Amalie. The creator notes that while the walk is approximately twenty-six minutes, travelers should budget more time due to the heat and pace. During the stroll, they explore local markets, shop for souvenirs, and visit Palm Passage, which they identify as a favorite street. The tour concludes with observations on the safety of the area, the accessibility of sidewalks for strollers, and the availability of shopping and dining options both in the downtown district and near the cruise port.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

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Solid Strip
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A Nibble

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What This Creator Said
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πŸ‘Ά Best for Family (Young Kids)CaribbeanVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

this view just never gets old and we are lucky we got the perfect puffy clouds the blue skies the blue water so nice mix of everything

I would highly recommend that come here and hang out now if your weather is nicer then maybe this park even becomes a better spot

St thas is an incredibly safe place you just got to be careful if you're walking around with your equipment

the whole walk to the downtown area is 26 minutes uh there is a road and a sidewalk that goes right by the water we have 2 and 1/2 hours to get to the downtown walk around come back on the ship I think there's plenty of time

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Come to the Sky Ride first thing in the morning to avoid long lines.
βœ“Budget an hour for walking to and from downtown due to sun and photos.
βœ“Use ship time for scheduling, as local time can be confusing.

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

walking in hot weather β€” Stay hydrated, use sunscreen, and take breaks in shaded areas like parks.
navigating with strollers or wheelchairs β€” Sidewalks are mostly doable, but some spots may require lifting; plan accordingly.

Questions This Creator Answers

QHow to take the cable ride to Paradise Point in St. Thomas?
QWhat is the walk like from the cruise port to downtown Charlotte Amalie?
QAre there good shopping and dining options in Havensight and downtown?

Topics Covered

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Port Highlights

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Top: Sky Ride to Paradise Point ($24.95 for adults, $16.95 for kids)
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