Situated between the Caribbean Sea and Atlantic Ocean, St. Thomas in the U.S. Virgin Islands is the perfect gateway. Although known for its duty-free shopping, there's plenty more to see and do. Take home a heart full of memories instead of a suitcase packed with trinkets. You can book a tour guide or plan your own itinerary to spend your time as you like it. Here are a few suggestions.

Heavenly Days Sail
Bolongo Bay Beach Club offers a day sail to St. John Island's Honeymoon Beach for snorkeling. The daylong outing includes an all-you-can-eat lunch, plenty of rum punch, beverages for the kids, and all the needed gear. Lessons for first-time snorkelers are also provided.

Paradise Point Tramway
View the island from 700 feet in the air. You can see all the way to Puerto Rico and St. Croix on a good day. Before the ride back down, stop by Paradise Point Cafe and try the Bushwhacker, a cool tropical drink.

Magens Bay
Named one of the 10 most beautiful beaches in the world, it's known for its heart shape and crystal-clear water.

The Green House
Get your groove on at this downtown Charlotte Amalie hot spot. On Friday nights a live reggae band plays as locals dance the night away.