The St. John Journal

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Embrace the Slow Pace of Coral Bay

"We're all here because we're not all there," is Coral Bay's slogan. Known as the quiet side of the island, this area was the original place of settlement by the Dutch in 1718.

Beyond the Beach: 10 More Ways to Experience St. John

St. John is a favorite destination for the most judicious beachgoers for good reason. While the swimsuits are drying, here are 10 lesser known but equally appealing ways to experience the island.

The Best Hiking Trail on St. John

Perhaps St. John's best kept secret is a spur off of the Johnny Horn Trail called the Murphy Great House, also known as the Windy Hill Ruins.

6 Handy Travel Apps

There are a few handy mobile apps that can make your St. John vacation more convenient and interesting. Here's our take on 6 of the best.

3 of the Best Places to Go Before the Beach

There are a number of eateries on our island but a few favorites come to mind when it's grab and go time. Here are our recommendations for beach-friendly fare.

8 Freebies on St. John

Aside from the dozens of beaches, hiking trails, water activities and historical sugar mill ruins to explore, there are even more freebies on St. John.

First-Timer’s Guide to St. John

Relax. There's no stress allowed on St. John. Our job is to get you here, settle you in and have your toes in the sand by sunset. Here are a few general tips that every first-timer ought to know.

The Village People of St. John

Easterly trade winds and a volatile sea deposit a potpourri of flotsam and coral along the southernmost edge of St. John. As a result, locals and visitors alike are constantly re-creating a village of coral people often made with netting, coconuts and driftwood.

5 St. John Vacation Mistakes

Besides the obvious "don't forget the sunscreen" and "stay hydrated," here are a few more interesting tips for the first time traveler as well as the repeat St. John visitor.

A 5-Year-Old’s View of St. John

Our inner child surfaces as we prepare to play in the world's coolest sandbox. Perhaps that's why there's a growing trend known as kidfluencing, where more parents are allowing their children to choose the family vacation destination than ever before.

Dive St. John’s Underwater Playground

Volcanic eruptions created St. John's peaks, valleys, caves and tunnels. Ingredients for the perfect underwater playground. Add water temps ranging from 75 to 85 degrees and visibility between 50 and 100 feet, now you have a premier Caribbean diving destination!

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