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Best Sunset Sail and Cruises in the US Virgin Islands

The Best Sunset Cruise Options in the US Virgin Islands There’s nothing quite like a Caribbean sunset, and in the U.S. Virgin Islands the golden hour is even more magical when viewed from the water. Whether you’re staying on St. Thomas, St. John, or nearby, booking a sunset cruise in the Virgin Islands

Updates & Happenings

Ahoy! And welcome aboard! It’s been another busy season here at Stormy Pirates and things have slowed down as normal in September, so we thought it was time to update our followers about what our crew have been involved with for the past few months. Since we consider you all our extended family, we like…

ParaSailing in the Virgin Islands: Soaring over Paradise

Ahoy! And welcome back! The Virgin Islands have a way of pulling you in and when visiting you want to see as much as you can. Clear blue water, hidden coves, rolling green hills—and when you see it all from above, it’s something else entirely. Parasailing here isn’t just a sport. It’s freedom and a…

“Fun”-damentals of the U.S. Virgin Islands

Ahoy! Welcome aboard and settle in to learn some “fun”-damentals about these islands we call home. Back when we first started doing blogs we gave you a quick run down of interesting facts about the Virgin Islands, but we thought it was time to share a little more about what makes these islands so darn…

Carnival – St. John 2025!

It’s Carnival Time On St. John! Ahoy! And welcome aboard! Ready for a grand celebration? Nothing says “party” better than carnival in the Virgin Islands, and St. John’s lineup for 2025 is ready to begin. Each of the Virgin Islands have their own carnival celebrations, but on the little island of St. John, the festival…

27′ Hydrasport – Buccaneer

Enjoy this Photo Gallery of recent pictures of our 27′ HydraSport – Buccaneer. Photos are continually updated and added to the Gallery. Enjoy!!

Lion Fish Roundup

Lionfish Roundup   Ahoy! And welcome aboard as we dive into our beautiful, clear aqua-infused waters in search of that invasive predator of the Caribbean known as The Lionfish.  On June 20th and 21st, Stormy Pirates will be sponsoring a team of six crew members who will be participating in this year’s Lionfish Derby, an…

Photo Gallery: Sailing Catamarans – SP1 & SP2

Enjoy this Photo Gallery of recent pictures of our sailing catamarans; SP1 & Sp2   Photos are continually updated and added to the Gallery. Enjoy!!

Roam App – USA Check in process

The following Stormy Pirates vessels are NOW approved for check in to the USA via the ROAM ap. Stormy Petrel Pirates Penny Pirates Passion Pirates Priorities SP1 SP2 If you are joining us on a PRIVATE, BVI trip and all guests on board the vessel are USA Passport Holders, we may be able to skip…

In an Octopus’s Garden

In An Octopus’s Garden   Ahoy! Remember that tune by The Beatles titled “Octopus’s Garden?” The chorus was: I’d like to be Under the sea In an octopus’s garden In the shade Well, that song could well be an anthem for the Virgin Islands where more than a few octopuses roam. When I first came…

7 Reasons to Schedule a Virgin Islands Vacation NOW!!

Ahoy! Thinking about planning a trip to the Virgin Islands but haven’t pulled the trigger just yet? Well, welcome aboard and read about seven good reasons not to delay those plans!    Easter signals one of the busiest weeks of the year in the Virgin Islands. Good Friday, Easter Sunday and even Easter Monday are…

Back to the Basics – The 3 R’s of the VI

Ahoy! Let’s get back to basics this spring and focus on the three “R”s of the Virgin Islands Rest, Relax and Rejuvenate. Welcome aboard and follow along as we give some pointers on where to find the best places to indulge in restorative practices on these beautiful islands.    REST: To cease work or…