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On shore, St. Thomas echoes with steel drums and cheerful car hot sauces; Cuzzin’s fresher-than-fresh seafood; or Wikkid and the Fat Tur-
horns, as taxis careen around the corners of one-lane roads. The desti- tle, both back at Yacht Haven Grande, for young, reggae-inflected fun. For
nation is famous for its duty-free status, and diamonds spill out of the upscale dining, there’s a diversity of options as well. The Amalia Café is a
picturesque old storefronts. A.H. Riise’s large banner, welcoming sailors, dependably excellent restaurant located in a charming cobblestone street
proclaims the store’s status as the largest and oldest luxury shop on the back in the heart of the town, while the Agave Terrace, perched high above
island – it is the only official retailer of many brands on the island, in- the water in a breezy, modern, open space is renowned for their wine list and
cluding Rolex, this regatta’s event sponsor. While the complex, in the fine preparation. Of course, the best hotels have a plethora of excellent op-
heart of Charlotte Amalie, has long been the premier destination for lux- tions, offering the best cuisines from around the world.
ury shoppers, the Yacht Haven Grande complex is closing in. A com-
plex of 41 stores including Bulgari, Gucci, and Louis Vuitton, as well as
restaurants, residences, and a marina full of superyachts (some over 450 “Cruising has two pleasures. One is
feet) from all over the world clearly marks it as a destination to watch for
to go out in wider waters from a
boaters in the Caribbean.
sheltered place. The other is to go
Of course, you can’t do all that exploring on an empty stomach, and
into a sheltered place from wider
local specialties as well as upscale cuisine abound. Those in the know
pick out the best spots around the harbor, where you’ll find many local waters”. – Howard Bloomfield The islands in general
favorites, like Glady’s Café, with the Antiguan-born owners own special
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