Virgin Islands - Bring the Kids

Children adore the beaches in the Virgin Islands. Visitors with children and local children alike can be found building sand castles, splashing in the water, rolling in the sand and sharing beach toys while making new friends. Most beaches in the Virgin Islands are calm. The depth of the waters starts shallow and slowly deepens. These conditions are ideal for children. Many beaches have beach toy rentals. They also have snorkeling gear and water sports equipment for older children.

Snorkeling is a fun activity for the whole family. Children and adults will be amazed at the brightly colored underwater animals they will see. Children can go kayaking or parasailing, take a descent on a submarine or go sailing. Older children may want to learn to windsurf or scuba dive.

Windsurfing and scuba lessons are available at hotels with beach water sports concessions.

If your child cannot swim, doesn't like water or maybe doesn't like sand- then there are several marine parks that might capture their interest. Take the children on a site seeing tour on horseback. There are lots of activities for children to partake in and enjoy in the Virgin Islands.

Some hotels and resorts offer special children's programs. They entertain children with arts and crafts, water sports and swimming. Most hotels have special rates for children, free in some circumstances. So bring your children, and have a wonderful family vacation.

Nighttime activities with children might include going to the movies, bowling or for older children taking them to dinner with you.

Local events like the Chili Cook-off and Carnival include special activities for children. Plan your vacation during one of our local events and enjoy our island culture with your family.

Your children may not want to leave the islands of fun in the sun, then again you may not want to leave either.