Tune in to the effervescent Boozy Blondes as they whisk you away to the tropical Caribbean islands of St. Thomas and St. Kitts. During their 2022 Thanksgiving Cruise on Royal Caribbean’s Wonder of the Seas (listen to Episode 043 for more details on all this ship has to offer), the girls disembarked at St. Thomas and St. Kitts – and naturally they preplanned to make the most of their moments here. This episode offers tips and tricks to planning your own excursions whether it be off a cruise ship or direct destination!
The DOE is rum and ginger! The Boozy Blondes love their spiced rum and ginger beers – it’s definitely one of their travel go-to’s and a cruise favorite!
If you take anything away from this episode the girls have three very important must-do’s when planning your excursions.
- Research and preplan
- Book private transportation
- Bring a cooler bag
The first port on the itinerary was US Virgin Island, St. Thomas. On the agenda – Tree Limin’ Extreme ziplining! Tree Limin’ is about a 15-20 minute drive from the port, so the girls arranged private transportation before leaving for their cruise. They recommend calling Tree Limin’ for driver referrals or a Google search will work. The girls spoke with three drivers before hiring Karl! Pro tip – download WhatsApp before leaving on your trip to communicate while in the islands.
Before zipping through the St. Thomas tree tops, the girls made a pit stop at the World Famous Mountain Top – gift shop, bar, cafeteria – on top of St. Peter Mountain, the highest point on St. Thomas and home to its world famous banana daiquiri. The girls did not try the famous drink, rather ordered their go-to rum and ginger beer! Here you experience breath-taking panoramic views of over 15 islands! It’s stunning and definitely worth the trip up – especially while sipping on your favorite cocktail!
After ziplining and appreciating spectacular views from high above the trees, the girls made their way back down the mountain to Greengos Caribbean Cantina for margaritas and tacos! This is close to the port and not far from St. John Brewers, founded by two college classmates who bought one-way tickets to the Virgin Islands after tiring from the 9-5 hustle years ago! They enjoyed the Love City Hibiscus Pomegranate hard seltzer, Juicy Booty IPA and more rum and ginger beers on the bayfront before heading back to the ship.
The next day was a Thanksgiving Day to remember for the girls – they rented a Jeep and spent the day exploring the independent country, St. Kitts! The Boozy Blondes along with their Boozy Bros all donned matching Hawaiian print outfits – each couple split a top and bottom. They bee-lined off the ship for the first liquor store they passed to pick up Old Monk Rum and ginger beers to bring along for the ride (this is where the cooler bag is essential).
On their self-guided tour the Boozy Blondes hit the following stops:
- Timothy Hill Overlook
- Gorgeous views of St. Kitts and neighboring Island of Nevis
- See where the Atlantic Ocean meets the Caribbean Sea
- Lots of monkeys for photo-ops
- Shipwreck Beach Bar (Boozy Blondes’ fave from the day!)
- Located at South Friars Bay
- Beautiful beach with fully stocked bar and local cuisine
- Great snorkeling spot
- Boozy Blondes and Boozy Bros enjoyed painkillers and played cards over sparkling blue-green waters
- Find the Boozy Blondes sticker here! (If you do, send us a picture!)
- Reggae Beach Bar and Grill
- Located on the southern peninsula of St. Kitts and Nevis at the base of Cockleshell Bay
- White sand beaches and views of volcano peaks surrounded by lush hills that keep the Caribbean water calm and crystal clear
- Boozy Blondes and Boozy Bros enjoyed Carib beer in the water and lunch on the white sand beach
- Monkeys and lemurs for photo ops
- Mount Liamuiga Trailhead
- This hike invites adventure-seekers up a dormant stratovolcano that rises 1163 meters above sea level, the highest point on the island
- 3.8 miles out and back of this treacherous climb
- Boozy Blondes and Boozy Bros walked about 50 – 100 yards in before hitting the Volcano Bar at the trailhead
- Molly may have a future as a songwriter if this podcasting thing doesn’t work out – hear her hiking song in this episode!
- Arthur’s Restaurant
- Airy and Open with full bar and extensive seafood menu
- Located at Dieppe Bay
- Local resident was in the water here giving his horse a bath!
If you’re planning a trip to St. Thomas and/or St. Kitts, this episode is a must-listen-to to help plan your visit and make the most of your time at these beautiful islands! If you want more details, message the Boozy Blondes on Instagram or send them email!
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