After a sun-filled day at the beach, take time out to enjoy shopping by your Virgin Island vacation rental, as St. Thomas is well-known for its duty-free shops. Charlotte Amalie is the capital of St. Thomas and is where you will find the greatest number of restaurants, bars, shops, and boutiques nestled among many historical buildings. Plan a shopping trip away from your vacation rental down Main Street while enjoying sightseeing at the same time.
Charlotte Amalie
It is important to note that many of the jewelry stores on St. Thomas are "mom and pop" run stores and they may be willing to give you a bargain. Because of the vast number of Jewelry stores on St. Thomas, sometimes even the larger stores are willing to make deals as well.
Cardow Jewelry is also located on Main Street. Here you will find a large selection of fine jewelry, such as diamond rings and necklaces, 14k gold earrings and bracelets, gemstones, and more. Enjoy 40 to 60 percent savings below prices in the United States. Call (800) 227-3697 for additional information.
Vendors set-up tables, booths and tents in Charlotte Amalie, across from Emancipations Park, in a location known as Vendors Plaza to sell a variety of goods such as: souvenirs, jewelry, tropical clothing, t-shirts, accessories i.e. imitation handbags, ice-cream, food, and more. One novelty is a photo opportunity to have your picture taken on the back of a donkey, or if you prefer you can just stand next to the donkey. All vendors will begin setting up their booths at 7:30 a.m. and pack up at 5:00 p.m. The more cruise ships that have pulled into dock usually brings additional vendors and will certainly enhance your shopping experience.
A & H Rise Gift and Liquor Store is located on Main Street. Duty-free allowance applies if you are 21 years of age or older, and have purchased the alcoholic beverages for yourself or as a gift. The phone number is (800) 524-2037.
Royal Dane Mall is located between Main Street and the waterfront. It has a great unique island feel to it. You will enjoy getting out of the sun to cool off as you shop.
Havensight Shopping
Home to more than 60 boutiques and shops offering duty-free shopping, Havensight Mall is located east of Charlotte Amalie and next to the main cruise ship dock. Enjoy shopping for items such as electronics, liquor, perfumes, clothing, sunglasses, souvenirs, jewelry, and more. After a morning of shopping you can enjoy lunch at any one of the restaurants located at the mall. The mall is open Sunday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The address is 9002 Havensight Mall, Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas. The phone number is (340) 777-5313.
Before leaving for the Virgin Islands, you may wish to take along an
extra suitcase so you have plenty of room for those duty-free items you
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