{"id":5767,"date":"2022-11-23T11:30:13","date_gmt":"2022-11-23T16:30:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rentalescapes.com\/content\/?p=5767"},"modified":"2022-11-22T16:27:55","modified_gmt":"2022-11-22T21:27:55","slug":"which-us-virgin-island-is-best-for-you-luxury-journal","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rentalescapes.com\/content\/discover\/which-us-virgin-island-is-best-for-you-luxury-journal","title":{"rendered":"Which U.S. Virgin Island is Best for You?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At first glance, St. Thomas, St. John, and St. Croix may seem pretty similar \u2013 they\u2019re all part of USVI, they all have gorgeous beaches, and they\u2019re all great vacation destinations in their own right. That\u2019s partly why choosing which U.S. Virgin Island is best for you can be a challenge, especially since each island also has its own strengths and weaknesses. This post goes over some of the major differences between each of the three U.S. Virgin Islands so you can decide which one is ideal for your stay.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Staying on St. Thomas<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5768 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.rentalescapes.com\/content\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/13.webp?resize=620%2C349&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"st thomas luxury villa usvi rental escapes\" width=\"620\" height=\"349\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.rentalescapes.com\/content\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/13.webp?resize=1024%2C576&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.rentalescapes.com\/content\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/13.webp?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.rentalescapes.com\/content\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/13.webp?resize=768%2C432&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.rentalescapes.com\/content\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/13.webp?resize=620%2C349&amp;ssl=1 620w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.rentalescapes.com\/content\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/13.webp?resize=940%2C529&amp;ssl=1 940w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.rentalescapes.com\/content\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/13.webp?w=1200&amp;ssl=1 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 620px) 100vw, 620px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For many, St. Thomas is their introduction to USVI. It\u2019s easily the most developed and commercialized of the three islands and is home to both a massive port popular with cruise ships and Cyril E. King Airport, where the majority of flights into USVI land.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And while its services, shopping, and accessibility are a big part of its draw, St. Thomas is also home to some stunning landscapes and beaches \u2013 especially if you head north or east from the capital, Charlotte Amelie, to find them.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Things to do on St. Thomas<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As a result of its development, St. Thomas has a ton of different things to do, including more touristy activities that you won\u2019t find on other islands. Some of the top things to do on St. Thomas include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Swimming with dolphins, sea lions, and sharks at Coral World Ocean Park<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Checking out the booty at the Pirates Treasure Museum<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hopping to nearby islands for the day, including Tortola, Virgin Gorda, and Jost van Dyke<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Taking the St. Thomas Skyride 700-feet above Charlotte Amelie<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Visiting Bluebeard\u2019s Castle and walking up the historic 99 Steps<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">St. Thomas Villas<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many of the best <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentalescapes.com\/rentals\/luxury-villa-rentals-caribbean\/usvi\/st-thomas\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">villas in St. Thomas<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are located toward the north of the island by Megan\u2019s Bay, or in the East End. These areas provide beautiful landscapes and a good amount of privacy.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Megan\u2019s Bay is just a 12-minute drive from Charlotte Amelie and is known for being home to some of the island\u2019s best beaches. Here you\u2019ll find some amazing beachfront properties, like the beautiful <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentalescapes.com\/rentals\/luxury-villa-rentals-caribbean\/usvi\/st-thomas\/magens-bay\/sand-dollar-estate-126234\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sand Dollar Estate<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> which can accommodate up to 30 people split across a main villa, a guest cottage, and two bungalows.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The East End, meanwhile, is about 30-minutes from Charlotte Amelie and is perfect for those who want a little more privacy and seclusion in their stay. For example, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentalescapes.com\/rentals\/luxury-villa-rentals-caribbean\/usvi\/st-thomas\/east--end\/blue-serenity-2444\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blue Serenity<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, overlooking Secret Harbour, offers a sublimely peaceful stay spread out over 2 and a half lush acres of prime beachfront real estate.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pros of Staying on St. Thomas:<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Best nightlife and shopping in USVI<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Easy access to ferries to visit neighboring islands<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tons of fun activities and services for the whole family<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cons of Staying on St. Thomas<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">More westernized and developed than the other islands<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fewer opportunities for hiking and snorkeling<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Less privacy and less seclusion<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Who\u2019s St. Thomas Best For?<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Families with young children<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Travelers who value convenience and want to island hop<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Singles and couples that love nightlife and shopping<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Staying on St. John<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-5769\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.rentalescapes.com\/content\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/BLOG-IMAGES.webp?resize=620%2C349&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Marea luxury villa st john usvi\" width=\"620\" height=\"349\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.rentalescapes.com\/content\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/BLOG-IMAGES.webp?resize=1024%2C576&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.rentalescapes.com\/content\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/BLOG-IMAGES.webp?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.rentalescapes.com\/content\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/BLOG-IMAGES.webp?resize=768%2C432&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.rentalescapes.com\/content\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/BLOG-IMAGES.webp?resize=620%2C349&amp;ssl=1 620w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.rentalescapes.com\/content\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/BLOG-IMAGES.webp?resize=940%2C529&amp;ssl=1 940w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.rentalescapes.com\/content\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/BLOG-IMAGES.webp?w=1200&amp;ssl=1 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 620px) 100vw, 620px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With 2\/3<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">rd<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of the island designated as national parkland, St. John\u2019s protectiveness stands in stark contrast to the widespread development of St. Thomas. The resulting pristine beauty is a big reason why so many prefer to stay on St. John.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That said, it\u2019s easy to imagine St. John as being more remote than it really is. Cruz Bay, the capital, still has plenty of shops and restaurants \u2013 just not nearly as much as Charlotte Amelie.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Things to do on St. John:<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As you can imagine, the best things to do on St. John revolve around enjoying the untouched nature all around you, whether that\u2019s by foot, car, boat, or horseback. Some of these options include:<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Going on a guided hike of St. John\u2019s National Park<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Taking a luxury catamaran to Honeymoon Beach<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exploring Ram Head Trail and taking in the life-affirming views\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Visiting the Annaberg plantation ruins<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lounging on the beautiful beaches on Trunk Bay or Maho Bay\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">St. John Villas<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentalescapes.com\/rentals\/luxury-villa-rentals-caribbean\/usvi\/st-john\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Villas in St. John<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are all about melding with their surroundings and giving you the chance to appreciate the awesome, dynamic landscapes all around you. And because of the development restrictions, villas really are the best way to experience St. John.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A big question when choosing a villa on St. John is how far you want to be from Cruz Bay. Some of the most popular places to stay on St. John, like Great Cruz Bay and Virgin Gran Estates, are just a short drive away, offering a great mix of privacy and accessibility, like the beautiful, beachfront <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentalescapes.com\/rentals\/luxury-villa-rentals-caribbean\/usvi\/st-john\/great-cruzbay\/a-la-mer-124368\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A La Mer<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Others, like the villas along St. John\u2019s renowned north coast, are more secluded and offer that immaculate island getaway vibe. The impeccable <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentalescapes.com\/rentals\/luxury-villa-rentals-caribbean\/usvi\/st-john\/denis-bay\/solenborg-124043\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Solenborg<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> on Denis Bay (near the famous Trunk Bay) is a great example of the kind of hillside vistas and raw luxury you can expect to find here.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pros of Staying on St. John<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Untouched beauty and pristine landscapes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unbeatable hiking opportunities<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lots of variety in terms of villa options\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cons of Staying on St. John<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Less nightlife<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Somewhat limited services and shopping<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Less choices to island hop<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Who\u2019s St. John Best For?<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nature and beach lovers of all kinds<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Couples that want a romantic getaway<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Families with active older children and teenagers<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Staying on St. Croix<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-5770\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.rentalescapes.com\/content\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/15.webp?resize=620%2C349&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"st croix luxury villa usvi rental escapes\" width=\"620\" height=\"349\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.rentalescapes.com\/content\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/15.webp?resize=1024%2C576&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.rentalescapes.com\/content\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/15.webp?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.rentalescapes.com\/content\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/15.webp?resize=768%2C432&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.rentalescapes.com\/content\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/15.webp?resize=620%2C349&amp;ssl=1 620w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.rentalescapes.com\/content\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/15.webp?resize=940%2C529&amp;ssl=1 940w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.rentalescapes.com\/content\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/15.webp?w=1200&amp;ssl=1 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 620px) 100vw, 620px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">St. Croix is the largest of the three US Virgin Islands, and the least touristy. Unlike St. Thomas and St. John, which are relatively close to each other, St. Croix is further out and requires a two-and-a-half-hour ferry ride to reach from St. Thomas. It\u2019s also flatter than the other two, and as a result it can be harder for guests to find the same dramatic vistas.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What this island really has going for it is its authenticity, though, as St. Croix is known for having a much stronger Caribbean culture compared to the more westernized St. Thomas and St. John.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Things to do on St. Croix<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While the atmosphere is a big part of St. Croix\u2019s appeal, there\u2019s still a ton of great nature to enjoy as well. Some of the best activities here include:<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Snorkeling by the Buck Island Reef National Monument<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Jet skiing or kayaking around Rainbow Beach<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Going on a self-guided tour around Fort Christiansvaern<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hiking up Point Udall<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Visiting the St. George Village Botanical Garden<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">St. Croix Villas<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Because there\u2019s so much more space, luxury villas in St. Croix tend to be more sprawling and spread-out than elsewhere in USVI. The spectacular <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentalescapes.com\/rentals\/luxury-villa-rentals-caribbean\/usvi\/st-croix\/miramar-st-croix-106595\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Miramar<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a great example. Celebrated as one of the top ten villas in the Caribbean by Elite Traveler, this stunning estate is a whole world unto itself and features delightful surprises around each of its wings, making it easily one of St. Croix\u2019s best.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pros of Staying on St. Croix<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Authentic Caribbean culture<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Better prices than other islands<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Less touristy<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cons of Staying on St. Croix<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">More difficult to reach<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Less dramatic vistas<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Less activities<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">St. Croix is Best for:<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Those looking for an authentic cultural experience<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Frequent travelers to USVI who want something new<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Visitors who don\u2019t mind staying on one island<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let\u2019s Find the Best Virgin Island for You<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re still not sure which U.S. Virgin Island is best for you, then contact Rental Escapes. Our friendly reservation agents will be happy to go over the available options on each island with you, as well as the different events and attractions going on for your travel dates. And no matter which island you choose, our concierge service will personalize your trip with extras like airport transfers, ferry rides, villa pre-stocking, chef service, and more. Contact us today to start planning your next dream holiday!<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>At first glance, St. Thomas, St. John, and St. Croix may seem pretty similar \u2013 they\u2019re all part of USVI, they all have gorgeous beaches, and they\u2019re all great vacation destinations in their own right. That\u2019s partly why choosing which U.S. Virgin Island is best for you can be a challenge, especially since each island also has its own strengths&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":6,"featured_media":5772,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"jetpack_post_was_ever_published":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_access":"","_jetpack_dont_email_post_to_subs":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_tier_id":0,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paywalled_content":false,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":"","jetpack_publicize_message":"","jetpack_publicize_feature_enabled":true,"jetpack_social_post_already_shared":true,"jetpack_social_options":{"image_generator_settings":{"template":"highway","default_image_id":0,"font":"","enabled":false},"version":2}},"categories":[5,31],"tags":[340,344,343,342,345,223,339,337,335,275,332,338,272,331,336,85,341,334,135,290,46,116,227,268,333],"class_list":["post-5767","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-discover","category-destinations","tag-beautiful-destinations","tag-family-travel","tag-holiday-house","tag-holiday-rental","tag-luxe-life","tag-luxury","tag-luxury-destination","tag-luxury-homes","tag-luxury-journal","tag-luxury-lifestyle","tag-luxury-living","tag-luxury-real-estate","tag-luxury-travel","tag-luxury-villa","tag-luxury-villa-rental","tag-luxury-villas","tag-luxury-world-traveler","tag-st-croix","tag-st-john","tag-st-thomas","tag-travel","tag-us-virgin-islands","tag-vacation","tag-villa-rental","tag-virgin-island"],"acf":[],"jetpack_publicize_connections":[],"rank_math_seo":{"title":"Which U.S. Virgin Island is Best for You?","description":"","focus_keyword":"which us virgin island is best for you?","robots":["index"],"canonical_url":"","og_title":"","og_description":"","og_image":"","twitter_title":"","twitter_description":""},"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.rentalescapes.com\/content\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Blog-Thumbnails-Featured-Image-3.jpg?fit=940%2C412&ssl=1","jetpack_shortlink":"https:\/\/wp.me\/p4ERqr-1v1","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.rentalescapes.com\/content\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5767","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.rentalescapes.com\/content\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.rentalescapes.com\/content\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.rentalescapes.com\/content\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/6"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.rentalescapes.com\/content\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=5767"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.rentalescapes.com\/content\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5767\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":5773,"href":"https:\/\/www.rentalescapes.com\/content\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5767\/revisions\/5773"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.rentalescapes.com\/content\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/5772"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.rentalescapes.com\/content\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=5767"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.rentalescapes.com\/content\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=5767"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.rentalescapes.com\/content\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=5767"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}