FAQs

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General information about the VI:

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-Currency: US dollars **Bring cash for taxi rides, tipping, and entrance fees for certain beaches. **There are ATMs all over the island if you prefer to get cash out as you need. -Language: primarily English, Virgin Islands Creole English, Dutch Creole -Tap-to-pay is accepted at many stores, however, many stores don’t accept American Express. -Bring LOTS of sunscreen and aloe as it’s expensive here! The sun is also very harsh making it easy to burn. -Please be at the airport AT LEAST two hours before taking off. You will have to go through customs to return home. A valid license is required through customs.

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What is St. Thomas weather like in February?

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High: 83° Low: 74° Humidity: ~75% Lowest rainfall month of the year!

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Are we required to stay at Sapphire Beach

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Nope! You can rent Sapphire Beach villas through Airbnb, VRBO, etc. However, you are more than welcome to stay wherever you’d like on the island. Just remember, travel accommodations to/from the ceremony & reception will be on you if you stay off-site :)

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Do we have to go on there sunset cruise the night before the wedding?

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Nope, it is completely optional. We would love everyone to be there though!

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Is there a dress code for the wedding?

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The dress code is dressy casual. Think comfortable and slightly dressed up. (No, Grant, you can’t wear a tuxedo shirt to the wedding)

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Can I bring additional guests?

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Due to the intimate nature of our wedding & ceremony, we kindly ask that only the people listed on the invitation attend. We thank you for your understanding!

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How far is the reception from the wedding ceremony?

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A four minute walk. The ceremony will be held at Pretty Klip Point and the reception is at Sea Salt which are both on Sapphire Beach.

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What is there to do in St. Thomas and St. John?

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Please refer to the “Things to Do” section for a list of recommended activities & beaches. That list is not all-inclusive to everything on the islands, but has places we visited in April 2024.

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Is St. Thomas safe to explore outside of resorts/hotels?

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Yes!! Taxis are readily available throughout the island (no Uber or Lyft). If you do use a taxi, make sure to bring cash or get cash in advance from the many ATMs they have on the island. There are plenty of shops, restaurants, and beaches to safely explore on your own. You can also hop onto a ferry over to St. John for even more beautiful scenery. Tickets are cheap and the ride is only 20 min! For more information on the ferry, please visit: https://stjohnticketing.com