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	United States Virgin Islands - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		The islands were named by Christopher Columbus on his second voyage in 1493 for Saint Ursula and her virgin followers.
		U.S. citizenship was later granted to the inhabitants of the islands in 1927.
		The combined land area of the islands is roughly twice the size of Washington, D.C. The U.S. Virgin Islands are known for their white sand beaches, including Magens Bay and Trunk Bay, and strategic harbors, including Charlotte Amalie and Christiansted.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/U.S._Virgin_Islands (1050 words)

	Destination US Virgin Islands (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-19)
		The US Virgin Islands have a hybrid heritage.
		The US Virgin Islands' cultural hotch potch means that St Patrick's Day is celebrated with as much verve as a blues festival, and no matter what is being celebrated, the costumes are going to be colorful, there's bound to be a calypso beat in there somewhere and it's hardly a party unless someone's on stilts.
		The island, the largest in the Virgin Islands, is composed of forested hills and fertile lowlands and is surrounded by coral reefs.
	www.faithdome.org /content/FrontPage_Events/Y2Kcruise/destinations/all/uvi.htm (5345 words)

	About the US Virgin Islands -USVI - hotel, resort, travel and tourist information from Antilles Resorts
		These islands are the only US territory in the Caribbean, and offer the traveler a chance to experience life island style with an American touch.
		Located only 80 miles east of Puerto Rico, the US Virgins are near the "top" of the Caribbean chain, and some of the shortest air flights from Miami or other stateside departure points.
		The US Virgins consist of three main islands: St. Thomas, which is the capital; St. Croix, and St. John.
	www.antillesresorts.com /aboutusvi.htm (658 words)

	Caribbean Net News: US Virgin Islands
		CHARLOTTE AMALIE, USVI: The US Virgin Islands Delegate to Congress Donna M. Christensen has said that her attendance of the Virgin Islands Homeland Security Council meeting Tuesday was a great opportunity to see plans that she was aware of on the national level being implemented locally...
		ST CROIX, USVI: "The Virgin Islands is not experiencing a dengue fever epidemic," said Health Commissioner Darlene Carty at a press conference on Wednesday.
		ST THOMAS, USVI: US Virgin Islands Representative Donna Christensen, on Thursday joined with Texas Congressman, Henry Bonilla, Charles Gonzales, and Henry Cuellar, in extending the House's congratulations to the San Antonio Spurs on their 81 to 74 victory over the Detroit Pistons...
	www.caribbeannetnews.com /usvi/usvi.htm (1069 words)

	History of the United States Virgin Islands
		Columbus named the beautiful islands 'The Virgins' in reference to the legendary beauty of St. Ursula and her 11,000 virgins.
		The islands remained under Danish rule until 1917, when the United States purchased them for $25 million in gold in an effort to improve military positioning during critical times of World War I. St. Croix, St. Thomas and St. John became the US Virgin Islands.
		In 1996 Water Island, located in St. Thomas' Charlotte Amalie harbor, was officially returned to the USVI from the Department of the Interior.
	www.vinow.com /general_usvi/history/index.php (1075 words)

	US Virgin Islands Country Guide - Overview - World Travel Guide Provided By Columbus Travel Publishing (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-19)
		The islands are situated 64km (40 miles) east of Puerto Rico and comprise some 50 islands covered with lush tropical vegetation and fringed by iridescent shores.
		St Croix is the largest of the US Virgin Islands.
		St Thomas is the second-largest and the most cosmopolitan of this chain of islands.
	www.worldtravelguide.net /data/vir/vir.asp (207 words)

	US Virgin Islands Information 800-621-1270 reservations
		Thomas is southeast of Puerto Rico, north of St. Croix, and west of the British Virgin Islands.
		Croix is the largest of the United States Virgin Islands, and lies 35 miles south of St. Thomas.
		The currency in the United States Virgin Islands is the US dollar.
	www.caribbeans.com /2usvi/2usvi.htm (342 words)

	US Virgin Islands (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-19)
		A beach monitoring programme for the US Virgin Islands was launched as part of the ‘Managing Beach Resources and Planning for Coastline Change, Caribbean Islands’ (old name: ‘Coast and Beach Stability in the Eastern Caribbean (COSALC) project’).
		Its goals are to overcome the isolation of small islands by providing their citizens, including young people, with opportunities to voice their opinions on environmental and development issues in a variety of ways: radio, television, print and Internet-based debate.
		The United States Virgin Islands are involved in the project through the Small Islands Voice Internet-based global forum; correspondents from the Virgin Islands have directly participated in the forum.
	www.unesco.org /csi/act/other/virginus.htm (446 words)

	Holidays to US Virgin Islands, US Virgin Islands Holiday (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-19)
		The US Virgin Islands are made up of 68 islands in total, although very few are inhabited.
		Inland the island boasts two mountains over 1500 ft high which give fabulous views, and provide some great walking and trekking, the coast is dotted with coves and bays and has over 40 stunning white sandy beaches.
		The island is mountainous and almost two thirds of the land is given over to the Virgin Islands National Park, which was established in 1956, therefore there is less development and fewer hotels.
	www.iglutropical.com /aboutRegion.cfm?regionCode=UV (295 words)

	CIA - The World Factbook -- Virgin Islands (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-19)
		In 1917, the US purchased the Danish portion, which had been in economic decline since the abolition of slavery in 1848.
		US District Court of the Virgin Islands (under Third Circuit jurisdiction); Territorial Court (judges appointed by the governor for 10-year terms)
		The islands are subject to substantial damage from storms.
	www.cia.gov /cia/publications/factbook/geos/vq.html (771 words)

	Environmental Protection Agency
		This U.S. territory has a population of 108,708, which is concentrated on the three islands of St. Croix, St. John, and St. Thomas.
		The U.S. Virgin Islands contain some of the most biologically diverse ecosystems in the world, many of which are protected in the Virgin Islands National Park, which covers 60 percent of St. John.
		The U.S. Virgin Islands are characterized by an abundance of natural beauty, drawing tourists from around the world who come to explore the dense subtropical forests, kayak through coastal mangrove swamps, and snorkel in coral reefs surrounding the islands.
	www.epa.gov /region02/cepd/vilink.htm (221 words)

	What you need to know about St. Thomas - US Virgin Islands - vacations, airlines, accommodations and lodging
		Thomas has been a shopping Mecca since the late 1600s and, for a period in the early 1700s, the island was a a pirate refuge for notorious buccaneers and, by 1800, Charlotte Amalie was one of the busiest ports and trading centers in the Caribbean.
		Commuter and Virgin Island inter-island air travel is available on Airborne Express St. Thomas, Air St. Thomas, American Eagle, Bohlke International Airways, LIAT, Seaborne Aviation, Windward Islands Airways,Caribbean Sun and Cape Air.
		Entry requirements to the US Virgin Islands for all others are the same as for entering the United States from any foreign destination.
	www.antillesresorts.com /2stthomas.htm (1212 words)

	USVI US Virgin Islands (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-19)
		Moreover, since these lovely Virgins are United States Territories, they offer distinct advantages over other Caribbean islands, whether you are a U.S. citizen enjoying your home away from home or an international visitor reaping the benefits and convenience of American laws and customs.
		Part of the Lesser Antilles of the Caribbean, the US Virgin Islands of St. Croix, St. John and St. Thomas are located in the Atlantic time zone, one hour ahead of Eastern standard time.
		With their convenient airport and harbor facilities, the U.S. Virgin Islands can be easily reached from anywhere in the world by air or by sea.
	www.here.vi /USVI/usvi.html (417 words)

	Virgin Islands (United States) (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-19)
		The flag of the US Virgin Island shows a bird in a pose similar to that on the US presidential flag or state arms.
		The flag of the Virgin Islands uses a simplified version of the US coat of arms.
		The flag of the United States Virgin Islands was adopted by Executive Order on May 17,1921.
	fotw.vexillum.com /flags/vi.html (739 words)

	US Virgin Islands (USVI) - A Travel Guide for Beach Lovers
		The US Virgin Islands, are truly America's Paradise.
		Croix is the largest of the United States Virgin Islands at 82 square miles.
		Johns Island, that has St. John USVI local news, weather, links and a message board for posting travel questions, St. John related classifieds and news.
	www.thebeach.vi (372 words)

	US Virgin Islands Guide - Virgin Islands Travel
		From the white sand beaches to the green hills and rainforest there is sure to be something to please everyone.
		St. John is the smallest and remains the most non-commercial and low key of the islands.
		The largest of the U.S. Virgins, St. Croix has a remarkably diverse and beautiful landscape ranging from a lush tropical rainforest to desert vegetation.
	www.usviguide.com (234 words)

	Maho.org - Four Green Resorts in the US Virgin Islands
		If you've been looking for an unforgettable vacation in the US Virgin Islands, where tree frogs and hummingbirds feel just as comfortable as you do, in a pristine, natural setting, you have come to the right web site.
		My idea was to provide intimacy with the great outdoors, in the US Virgin Islands (where English is spoken), one of the world's most beautiful settings, with comfort and convenience, at low cost.
		Thanks to many new technologies, it is now possible for "green" travelers to enjoy intimacy with nature while staying in dwellings constructed almost entirely of recycled materials, powered by the sun and wind, and built with site-sensitive techniques that preserve and protect the fragile eco-system of the US Virgin Islands.
	www.maho.org (320 words)

	CIA - The World Factbook -- British Virgin Islands (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-19)
		First settled by the Dutch in 1648, the islands were annexed in 1672 by the English.
		The economy is closely tied to the larger and more populous US Virgin Islands to the west; the US dollar is the legal currency.
		Because of traditionally close links with the US Virgin Islands, the British Virgin Islands has used the dollar as its currency since 1959.
	www.cia.gov /cia/publications/factbook/geos/vi.html (681 words)

	Virgin Islands News
		Virgin Islands News continually updated from thousands of sources around the net.
		Using everything from a steel pan jingle to a logo framed by a coconut tree, the election system of the Virgin Islands' new media campaign is designed to drum up excitement to vote among the territory's...
		In the Virgin Islands, 38 people are known to have been killed as a result of domestic violence.
	www.topix.net /world/virgin-islands (1253 words)

	United States Virgin Islands Department of Tourism - Staging
		United States Virgin Islands Department of Tourism - Staging
		Thomas, the United States Virgin Islands offers something for everyone.
		Our islands offer the most romantic setting for your special wedding or honeymoon.
	www.usvitourism.vi (70 words)

	U.S. Virgin Islands
		The Virgin Islands, consisting of nine main islands and some 75 islets, were explored by Columbus in 1493.
		Since 1666, England has held six of the main islands; the remaining three (St. Croix, St. Thomas, and St. John), as well as about 50 of the islets, were eventually acquired by Denmark, which named them the Danish West Indies.
		A unicameral 15-person legislature serves the Virgin Islands, and congressional legislation gave the islands a nonvoting representative in Congress.
	www.infoplease.com /ipa/A0113951.html (329 words)

	Us Virgin Island Hotels - Hotels - compare prices, reviews and buy at NexTag - Price - Review
		Two-thirds national park, the tiny island of St. John is home to virgin forests, hiking trails, an underwater snorkeling trail and...
		The Westin Resort, with its private 1,200-foot-long white sand beach and surrounded by the lush green hills of the emerald isle,...
		Situated at the northeastern end of St. Thomas in the U.S. Virgin Islands, overlooking the Caribbean, St. John and the British...
	nextag.com /goto.jsp?p=169&search=us+virgin+island+hotels&node=2703100 (407 words)

	Vacation house in US Virgin Islands
		is located on the sunny and exclusive east end of St Croix in the US Virgin Islands.
		Accommodation and Amenities for the house in US Virgin Islands
		The US Virgin Islands' first and only casino is just 10 minutes away.
	www.cyberrentals.com /CAR/Vree2STCR.html (570 words)

	Virgin Islands Information
		David Hamilton Jackson - Famous U.S. Virgin Islander responsible for the first free press and influencing the Danish to sell the USVI to the United States.
		Helpful tourist tips for seeing the islands, whether you are a on a day trip, a charter boat, or staying in an island hotel.
		Full-service organization that provides groups visiting the islands with creative itineraries and comprehensive management.
	www.here.vi (346 words)

	Virgin Islands Port Authority - St. Croix, St. Thomas & St. John, United States Virgin Islands
		Virgin Islands Port Authority - St. Croix, St. Thomas and St. John, United States Virgin Islands
		The Virgin Islands Port Authority (VIPA) owns, develops, operates and manages all of the air and marine ports in the United States Virgin Islands.
		The law stipulates that VIPA must make its properties available to the public so that the populace may reap the benefits of these facilities.
	www.viport.com (80 words)

	US Virgin Islands Resorts and Hotels
		We are a 53 room hotel located on a sandy jewel in the middle of Christiansted Harbor, with the only "in town" beach on St. Croix, a ninety second ferry ride from the historic Christiansted waterfront.
		An intimate, affordable All-Villa Hotel, each villa with its own exclusive private swimming pool on the beautiful caribbean island of St. Thomas in America's paradise, the US Virgin Islands.
		Parasailing, snorkeling, and Jet skiing are a 5-minute walk away at one of the island's most exquisite full-service beaches.
	www.hotelrooms.com /caribbean/usvi.htm (800 words)

	US Virgin Islands WPA Art (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-19)
		Although the WPA funded the construction of post office buildings, the artwork was not WPA but was usually produced under the Section or TRAP programs.
		Certainly one of the more exotic locations for New Deal/WPA art is the US Post Office in Charlotte Amalie, US Virgin Islands.
		and "The Virgin Islands, U.S. - The Leisurely Native Tempo".
	www.wpamurals.com /usvirgin.htm (116 words)

	US Virgin Islands Travel Information \| Lonely Planet Destination Guide
		Despite tourists toting cruisewear, these shimmering islands are paradise.
		The three islands and 60-odd cays that comprise the US Virgin Islands include some of the most magnificent coast on earth and provides a taste of paradise and a bit of light relief to millions each year.
		Disclaimer: We've tried to make the information on this web site as accurate as possible, but it is provided 'as is' and we accept no responsibility for any loss, injury or inconvenience sustained by anyone resulting from this information.
	www.lonelyplanet.com /worldguide/destinations/caribbean/us-virgin-islands (139 words)

	US Virgin Islands
		The conditions on which it is made available are set out in our terms and conditions.
		Lloyd's underwriters are licensed (also known as admitted) insurers in the US Virgin Islands.
		Approval is required for Open Market Correspondents (OMC) handling US Virgin Islands direct insurance business.
	www.lloyds.com /index.asp?ItemId=2798 (474 words)

	Virgin Islands Newspapers : Newspapers from Virgin Islands : Virgin Islands News
		Virgin Islands newspapers for information on local issues, politics, events, celebrations, people and business.
		Information about holidays, vacations, resorts, real estate and property together with finance, stock market and investments reports; also look for theater, movies, culture, entertainment, activities and events all covered in Virgin Islands newspapers.
		Please EMAIL US if you know of any new online newspapers or those on our lists where the address has changed.
	www.onlinenewspapers.com /us_virgi.htm (94 words)

	St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands
		harlotte Amalie, the capital of the United States Virgin Islands and the most popular cruise port in the Caribbean.
		Charlotte Amalie (named for a Danish Queen) is where the ships dock and the white and pastel houses are heavily sprinkled against a background of emerald hills.
		The quiet French countryside feeling on the far side of the island.
	www.usvi.net /usvi/stt.html (126 words)

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