Boating is big in the U.S. Virgin Islands, and it's even bigger in the British Virgins, which are said to have the best cruising in the Caribbean.
American Yacht Harbor Marina (St. Thomas): This is one of the best bareboat and full-crew charter companies on St. Thomas, located in Red Hook. Whatever craft you're looking for, you're bound to find it here.
Vacation Vistas and Motor Yachts (St. John): This is your best bet for half- or full-day excursions off St. John. Many boaters head for a day cruise to the famous Baths, on Virgin Gorda in the British Virgin Islands. To cut costs, you can go on a regularly scheduled tour; if you have a large group, you can charter your own craft.
The Moorings (Tortola): This is the finest charter service in the Virgin Islands. It has done more than any other outfitter to make the British Virgin Islands the destination of choice among the world's yachters. Its fleet of yachts and boats is staggering -- everything from bareboat rentals to fully crewed vessels with a skipper, crew, and cook.
