The US Virgin Islands Best Guide

Home | Message Board | Travel Board

Names of the Islands

Notifications
Clear all

Names of the Islands

 

Please Register / Login to take part in discussions about the Virgin Islands.


RSS
 Connie
(@connie)
Posts: 1634
Noble Member
 

*Who is St. Thomas and St. Johnnamed after?
Are they real Saint's?

 
Posted : November 13, 2005 9:54 am
 Marty on STT
(@marty-on-stt)
Posts: 1514
Noble Member
 

Just click here for some info about the VI:

https://www.vinow.com/general_usvi/history/index.php

 
Posted : November 13, 2005 11:44 am
 STX Realtor
(@stx-realtor)
Posts: 131
Estimable Member
 

They were most likely named after Thomas Aquainas and John the Baptist, who both made it onto the roster of Catholic saints.

 
Posted : November 13, 2005 6:16 pm
Forum Jump:
  Previous Topic
Next Topic  

St. Thomas Activities

Set sail on top-rated charters, explore underwater wonders with scuba diving, encounter exotic animals, and venture into the wild with kayaking and ecotours. Feel the adrenaline with parasailing, aerial tours, and water sports for a memorable vacation.
Book Your St. Thomas Adventure Now
Virgin Islands Books & Maps