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The World’s Best Superyacht Marina is Yacht Haven Grande, St. Thomas Located in the United States Virgin Islands

by Tammy | Sep 21, 2021

St. Thomas, USVI – September 21, 2021 – The world’s best superyacht marina is Yacht Haven Grande, St. Thomas located in the United States Virgin Islands.  The IGY flagship marina achieved this highest industry honor by being bestowed the Towergate 2021 International Superyacht Marina of the Year by The Yacht Harbour Association, and moreover is the only marina to have received this prestigious award a remarkable four times – in 2016, 2019, 2020 and 2021.

The Yacht Harbour Association is one of the oldest and most respected international yachting associations and partnered with Towergate Insurance to recognize the very best of marinas from around the world.  This outstanding achievement is made even more notable as Yacht Haven Grande, St. Thomas has received the honor for THREE consecutive years (2019, 2020, 2021) and despite the global upheavals of recent times.  The independently audited and customer voted award follows Yacht Haven Grande’s status as the sole Five Gold Anchor Platinum marina in North America, as well as the Western Hemisphere.

“The team being recognized for this third consecutive global award — especially in this hugely challenging time, and paradoxically our busiest-ever season — is a wonderful testament to the hard work and dedication of my colleagues at Yacht Haven Grande St Thomas, and IGY Marinas. My gratitude goes to my team, but also to our loyal customers who once again voted for their favorite marina. The crews of these renowned yachts have faced significant challenges these past 18 months – and I couldn’t be prouder to have earnt their continued votes of confidence in us as their shore support team” commented Phil Blake, Marina General Manager, Yacht Haven Grande.

Upon receiving the news of this fourth award, Kenny Jones MBE, Executive Vice President of Global Operations at IGY Marinas stated, “I am so proud of the Yacht Haven Grande team and what they have accomplished three years consecutively, along with the other IGY family members across the globe, they have shown they are the absolute best in the world and consistently deliver exceptional service to our superyacht owners, guests, captains and crew.”

Yacht Haven Grande, St. Thomas is one of the busiest charter destinations in the world and is a dedicated superyacht marina capable of berthing yachts over 600 ft. (182m) with an unrivalled array of onsite amenities including restaurants, shopping, charter services, crew activities, provisioning, and a Navy Beach.  The marina will also host the Caribbean Charter Yacht Show, Dec 9 – 12, 2021 … the first superyacht centric charter show to be held outside mainland USA providing a direct country to country link to the largest charter market in the world https://caribbeancharterys.com/ .

“As IGY has grown our superyacht berth inventory to the largest in the world, our main goal is to continually raise the standard for the superyacht experience at all of our global locations,” remarks Tom Mukamal, CEO of IGY Marinas, “We are honored that our customers have validated our efforts with this fourth recognition and we look forward to continuing to deliver outstanding customer experiences across our growing marina network every day.”

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IGY Marinas is the world’s only international superyacht marina network, with 21 marinas operating in 13 countries, including the United States, The Bahamas, Mexico, Panama, Colombia, Turks & Caicos, St. Maarten, St. Lucia, Costa Rica, United Kingdom, France, Italy and Spain.   IGY has approximately 4,000 total berths under management welcoming the world’s largest superyachts annually to its marinas.  Follow IGY Marinas on   Facebook at www.Facebook.com/IGYMarinas or Twitter and Instagram @IGYMarinas.  Discover the network of IGY Marinas at www.IGYMarinas.com .

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From breakfast at the quayside, all the way to dinner on a rooftop terrace, menus range from fresh fish or pizza to traditional Sardinian cuisine that are also available for takeout or delivery onboard. The supermarket, conveniently located on the dock, specialty shop and liquor store offer a wide selection that are available for delivery to your vessel.

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Shopping in the Yacht Haven St Thomas Port Shopping Guide

The shops in the Yacht Haven for visitors to St Thomas cruise port

By: Editor-in-Chief Update: June 1, 2023

The Yacht Haven Grand has been kept a ‘well kept secret' and only savvy cruisers - and seasoned crew and staff - really know about this 'Haven'. The Yacht Haven is located on the west side of the Havensight Cruise Ship Dock, literally on the walking path to Charlotte Amalie located 1 mile (1.6 km) away.

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It has some of the best, high-end shops in St Thomas like Bulgari, Coach, Gucci or Salvatore Ferragamo, and the ubiquitous Diamonds International. Along the marina, the cruise ship passenger will find a few kiosks, and some really nice places to have lunch, a refreshing drink or just a coffee.

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1. BCBG MAX AZARIA

Named for the French phrase Bon Chic, Bon Genre, a Parisian slang meaning: good style, good attitude, the company is a combination of European sophistication and American spirit. BCBG Max Azaria is known for its signature collection of women's apparel from designer Max Azaria.

BCBG MAX AZARIA - Yacht Haven

Bebe designs, develops and produces a distinctive line of contemporary women's apparel and accessories, which it markets under the bebe, 2b bebe and bebe outlet brands. bebe has established itself as one of the top women's retailers having developed the contemporary market for the masses. Bebe's signature look of hip, sophisticated, body-conscious fashion is the ultimate expression of the assertive, sexy and stylish woman.

bebe - Yacht Haven

Bulgari draws inspiration from the timeless beauty of Greek and Roman art, while giving it a distinctive contemporary touch. Bulgari jewelry design is distinctive and often imitated and counterfeited. Many of the more expensive Bulgari pieces (such as necklaces, bracelets and earrings) are characterized by instantly recognizable, bold, designs combining large and weighty gold links with black-surfaced steel.

Bulgari - Yacht Haven

Coach - Yacht Haven

The famous Modern American luxury leather goods brand.

5. Diamonds International (Jewelry and Watches)

Besides 3 locations in Charlotte Amalie, the Havensight Mall and the Crown Bay Center Diamonds International has a very impressive shop at the Yacht Haven. It has a very large selection of diamonds, offering the possibility of upgrades, but also all other gemstones. Crown of Light, Hearts On Fire and Forevermark are three of the many collections on offer.

Diamonds International - Yacht Haven

NOTES: Diamonds International also has shops in the Havensight Mall, Crown Bay and Downtown.

Gucci is considered one of the most famous, prestigious, and easily recognizable fashion brands in the world. The name Gucci conjures a vibe of exclusivity and prestige. As one of the world’s leading purveyors of personal luxury goods, Gucci stands for more than just fine quality shoes or suits. The Gucci Group is now a multi-brand conglomerate, with a collection of high fashion brands like Balenciaga, Stella McCartney, Boucheron, YSL, YSL Beauté and more.

Gucci - Yacht Haven

7. Louis Vuitton

Louis Vuitton is a luxury French fashion and leather goods brand and company, and it's signature leather goods are considered a status symbol around the globe and are highly regarded in the fashion world. Vuitton bags and purses have a considerable list of celebrity adherents who are frequently seen in magazine photographs carrying the brand.

Louis Vuitton - Yacht Haven

8. Salvatore Ferragamo

Salvatore Ferragamo has been synonymous with Italian luxury for more than 75 years. The Florence-based, family-owned company continues to produce the shoes that once earned it the nickname "Shoemaker to the Stars," but also designs, produces, and distributes a full range of men's and women's clothing and accessories.

Salvatore Ferragamo - Yacht Haven

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9. Bella Vera

Bella Vera Shop

Women's clothing and accessories with brands like AG, Hudson, Joes, Young Fabulous and Broke, Johnny Was, Parker, Rachel Pally, Sky, Ella Moss, Splendid, Jeffrey Campbell, House of Harlow, Chan Luu.

10. Flip Flops

Flip Flops Shop

As the name reveals: flip flops galore for all in the family.

11. Shopping Piazza

On the west side, close to the Yacht Haven exits to Charlotte Amalie, the Shopping Piazza is where most high-end stores are located.

Shopping Piazza

As the cruise traveler meanders the Yacht Haven Grand, there are a few kiosks with all sorts of souvenirs.

Kiosks - Yacht Haven

Where is the Yacht Haven? The Yacht Haven Grande is located just outside the Havensight Cruise Ship Dock, on the left side (West).

How far is the Yacht Haven from Downtown? 1 mile or 1.6 kilometers.

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Yacht Haven Grande, St Thomas, US Virgin Islands

Yacht Haven Grande is often considered as the Caribbean ’s leading superyacht marina. Located alongside the scenic Charlotte Amalie Harbour in St Thomas, the marina encompasses 48 slips for yachts measuring up to 200 metres, as well as a host of services for crew, owners and guests.

One of the highlights of Yacht Haven Grande is its outdoor shopping galleria, which encompasses over 40 shops, including restaurants and bars along its stunning promenade. It also benefits from its tropical setting and convenient location at the heart of the US Virgin Islands .

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St. Thomas' prestigious shopping area located within walking distance from Havensight Mall. Enjoy upscale shops, plenty of parking and nice places to eat. Complimentary luggage check at their Welcome Center 10-5 Tuesday-Saturday. Pick up special offer and discount information. Yacht Haven Grande offers the ultimate in experience in shopping. Open seven days a week, the Galleria at Yacht Haven Grande is St. Thomas’ only upscale shopping destination, featuring top brands and charming local shops. Voted the "Best Shopping" of 2008, 2009 and 2010 by the Virgin Island Daily News Readers Poll!!

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Since 1974 Aqua Beachwear has become well known throughout the swimwear industry for their winning combination of extraordinary customer care, extensive selection and swimsuit expertise. Aqua Beachwear has provided thousands of women from all over the world with high quality top name brand swimwear that both fits and flatters their feminine figure. Yacht Haven Grande 5316 Yacht Haven Grande #30 St. Thomas, USVI 00802 Phone: 340.776.0002

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On the island of St. Thomas, near historic downtown Charlotte Amalie, more than 13 acres of upland are being transformed into a playground by the sea called Yacht Haven Grande. Yacht Haven Grande will include a 32-acre, state-of-the-art marina for mega yachts with side-to berthing for yachts up to 400 ft, extra wide concrete docks, in-slip fueling, up to 600 amps of 3 phase power, and piers with secure access. The $160 million first phase of development is planned to be completed by November 2006 and can accommodate up to 50-mega yachts that could range from 80 to 450 ft in length, an 80,000 square foot retail village (including Louis Vuitton, Coach, Bebe, BCBG, Roberto Coin, Little Switzerland, Cache, White House Black Market, Chicos among others), 30,000 square feet of office space, 12 luxury condominiums, a private yacht club and four waterfront restaurants, one of which will extend into the harbor with 360-degree water views.

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This marina requires a credit card to hold your slip. Your credit card will only be charged if you leave the marina without paying. If you do not call and cancel your reservation within 24 hours of your arrival you will be charged for one nights dockage. Valid reasons for canceling a reservation less than 24 hours of your arrival are at the discretion of the marina.Marina requires copy of the registration/documentation for the vessel and a copy of the declaration page of his insurance upon arrival.

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The Caribbean’s Must-Visit Yacht Show Is Coming to St Thomas 

The Virgin Islands Boating Expo will take place May 10-12, 2024 at Yacht Haven Grande St. Thomas, the USVI’s top yachting destination.

This boutique destination show, hosted by the Virgin Islands Professional Charter Association, ticks the top three boxes of what yacht buyers today want in a yacht sales experience: the ability to yacht shop, wine and dine, and stay and play — making for a unique kind of boat show-meets-food-festival event.

“We welcome our attendees, both the public and those flying into our award-winning destination, to visit with yacht dealers, manufacturers, exhibitors, and our local and global vendors,” said Joseph Boschulte, USVI Commissioner of Tourism. “Experience the best of what the U.S. Virgin Islands offers on land and sea and shop for a yacht while you’re here.”

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It’s another major event for the Yacht Haven Grande Marina, which saw a major boom during the pandemic and continues to be a premier yachting jump-off point in the broader region.

The Government of the Virgin Islands also supports infrastructure on shore to maintain charter business interests such as an Economic Development Commission Tax Incentive Program for charter yachts. 

Charter company professionals, financial companies and Marine Expo vendors with global and local products will be on hand to talk about charter management opportunities in the USVI.

The latest models of top brands will be on site, including Bali, Lagoon, Fountaine Pajot, Leopard, McConaghy, Azimut and Boston Whaler, to name a few. 

Yacht buyers benefit from St. Thomas as a hub destination for transport ships delivering yachts from foreign manufacturing facilities. 

Attendees can walk the docks, tour the yachts, meet the professional crew and receive a fully immersive experience on board, with the opportunity to test-sail directly from the show berth through the scenic Charlotte Amalie harbor to world-class cruising grounds.

“Teaming up with Waypoints Yacht Charters, our luxury yacht charter sister company, we will bring attendees a dynamic duo that not only meets but exceeds market expectations,” said Laurent Fabre, vice president of sales and marketing for Fort Lauderdale, FL-based Atlantic Cruising Yachts, which will feature two stunning Fountaine Pajot catamarans, the Aura 51 and Alegria 67. “Discover the epitome of luxury and performance as our Yacht Consultants unveil the revolutionary Fountaine Pajot Smart Electric propulsion system, designed to enhance the experience for private owners and elevate charter fleet operations.”

Daily yacht viewings combine with live music and cultural performances, starting with the Exhibitor’s Opening Ceremony & Reception on May 9, from 5-7 p.m.

VIBE and Cutlass & Cane, Yacht Haven Grande St. Thomas’ newest restaurant, have partnered to produce a curated Food & Wine Experience, with lunch served daily from 12-3 p.m. including wine pairings. 

Yacht Haven Grande is also home to Blue 11, which has been featured in the 50 Best Restaurants in the Caribbean ranking.

All attendees can also visit a variety of pop-up bars featuring many beverages distributed by West Indies Company, including St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands-made Mutiny Island Vodka, the world’s first and finest Island Vodka made from breadfruit and Caribbean rainwater and St. Thomas-crafted Leatherback Brewing Company’s products, which offers craft beer made with Caribbean-grown ingredients.

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Located in picturesque Yacht Haven Grande, Cutlass and Cane is an exceptionally well-appointed oceanfront restaurant and bar with a relaxed, chic ambience perfect for people watching. Enjoy ocean-table cuisine from a selection of fresh local seafood, international-inspired shared plates, and innovative cocktails.

Whether you’re planning a date night, a business meeting or just catching up with friends, come and see why locals and tourists alike rate Cutlass & Cane as one of the best new restaurants on St. Thomas.

The menu embraces fresh and vibrant flavors using seasonal and sustainable produce, while the bar boasts an extensive selection of fine spirits, vintage wines, signature cocktails and mocktails.

Deviled Egg Diced Shallots, Creme Fraiche, Blini ARS Italica Oscietra, Velvety Firm Texture, Hazelnut, Butter & Sea Urchin Notes

Fresh Blue Point Oysters

Raw with Shallot & Red Wine Mignonette or Baked and topped with Creamy Bacon, Fresh Arugula & Fried Shallot

Pan Seared Scallops

Seared Scallops with Bacon Jam, Pecan Butter, Cured Egg Yolk & Pickled Red Onion

Prosciutto Melon & Brie

Prosciutto, Cantaloupe & Brie dressed with Baby Arugula and drizzled with Balsamic Glaze

Mediterranean Bruschetta

Toasted French Baguette topped with Tomato, Basil & Anchovies

Tuna Tataki

Sesame Crusted and Seared Saku Tuna Loin over Seaweed Salad and fresh Mango Chutney

Fisherman Style Mussels

Fresh PEI Black Mussels in garlic white wine sauce

Jerk Chicken Wings

Jerk seasoned Deep Fried Wings with a Blue Cheese Dipping Sauce

Classic Caesar Salad

Romaine Lettuce with Red Onion, Parmigiano Cheese, Black Pepper, Anchovies & Croutons

Burrata Salad

Mixed Green Salad with Tomatoes, Red Onion, Grilled Artichoke Hearts topped with Burrata Cheese

Grilled Octopus Salad

Tender Octopus Tentacles atop a mélange of Mixed Greens, Cucumber, Tomato, Red Onion and Feta Cheese

Harvest Pear Salad

Mixed Green Salad with Fresh Pear, Toasted Walnuts, Dried Cranberries, Goat Cheese Crumble & Balsamic Vinaigrette

MAIN COURSE

Stuffed caribbean lobster.

Half Lobster with Shrimp and Crab Stuffing, Truffle Mashed Potatoes, Broccolini and a Roasted Garlic Cream Sauce

Seafood Pasta

Linguine Pasta with Mussels, Clams, Scallops & Shrimp in White Wine Cream Sauce

King Alaskan Salmon

Pan Seared King Alaskan Salmon with a mild Mustard Sauce over a bed of Coconut Jasmine Rice & Vegetable Medley

VI Fish Platter

Deep Fried Whole Red Snapper with a savory Creole Sauce, Caribbean Fungi, Vegetable Medley & Fried Plantains

Caribbean Braised Oxtails

Fork Tender Braised Oxtails with Rice & Peas, Mixed Greens Salad & Fried Sweet Plantains

Filet Mignon

8oz Grass-Fed New Zealand Reserve Tenderloin Filet with a decadent Mushroom Sauce, Garlic Mashed Potatoes & Broccolini

Chilean Sea Bass

Herb-Steamed Seabass Filet with Coconut Jasmine Rice, Mixed Green Salad & a Lemon Caper Sauce

Tofu Stir Fry

Snap peas, Carrots, Peppers, Broccoli & Mushrooms served over Coconut Jasmine Rice in a sweet and savory sauce (Vegan)

Chickpea Curry

Curried Chickpeas with Mango Kuchela, Fried Plantain, Coconut Jasmine Rice and Vegetable Medley (Vegan)

SIDES & DESSERTS

Add Shrimp $16, Add Sea Scallops $20, Lobster $65,

Coconut Jasmine Rice

Rice & peas, garlic mashed potatoes, vegetable medley, fried plantains, truffle fries.

Dark Chocolate

Mango Passion Fruit

Pistachio or Chocolate

Passion Fruit or Lemon

Reserve your table at Cutlass and Cane, indulge in a delectable dinner by the Yacht Haven Grande marina tonight! 📞Reservations can be made at Opentable or on website 📱Menu can be found at www.cutlassandcanevi.com 📆Open Wednesday – Monday, 4pm to 10pm

Indulge your taste buds at Cutlass & Cane with our exquisite oyster offerings! Whether you prefer them raw with Shallot & Red Wine Mignonette for a fresh burst of flavor, or baked and topped with Creamy Bacon, Fresh Arugula & Fried Shallot for a savory sensation, we`ve got your oyster cravings covered. 🦪 📍Located at Yacht Haven Grande, St. Thomas 📞Reservations can be made at Opentable 📱Menu can be found at www.cutlassandcanevi.com 📸 @thecaribbeanbreak

Our skilled mixologists craft liquid masterpieces, offering an array of options to choose from. Whether you fancy a classic cocktail or a refreshing mocktail, we`ve got the perfect pour. Cheers to unforgettable moments! 🥂 📞Reservations can be made at Opentable 📱Menu can be found at www.cutlassandcanevi.com 📆Open Wednesday – Monday, 4pm to 10pm

Start your meal with a staff favorite appetizer: The Tuna Tataki! Sesame Crusted and Seared Saku Tuna Loin over seaweed salad and fresh mango chutney. 📞Reservations can be made at Opentable 📱Menu can be found at www.cutlassandcanevi.com

Fresh from the ocean to your table at Cutlass and Cane! Enjoy ocean-table cuisine from a selection of fresh local seafood, international-inspired shared plates, and innovative cocktails. 🦞 📞Reservations can be made at Opentable 📱Menu can be found at www.cutlassandcanevi.com 📆Open Wednesday – Monday, 4pm to 10pm

Cutlass & Cane Open: 4-10pm Daily.

Closed Tuesday.

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THE 10 BEST Restaurants Near Marina at Yacht Haven Grande

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• “ Excellent Food & Service . ” 03/09/2024
• “ Pleasantly surprised! ” 08/12/2023

• “ Let the good times Sushi Roll! ” 03/19/2024
• “ Truffle Edamame! ” 11/19/2023

• “ 7/10 do recommend ” 10/08/2023
• “ Amazing food - simply perfect. ” 09/19/2023

• “ Will Visit Again ” 03/02/2024
• “ Zero customer service ” 01/23/2024

• “ flavorful but not worth the hy... ” 03/18/2024
• “ Amazing and a MUST ” 03/03/2024

• “ The Best Restaurant on St Thom... ” 03/18/2024
• “ Amazing steak cooked to perfec... ” 03/14/2024

• “ Healthy treats ” 04/10/2021
• “ What more could you ask for... ” 02/15/2020

• “ Oxtail stew was amazing ” 02/29/2024
• “ Amazing place to eat ” 08/21/2023

• “ Good food, slow service. ” 03/20/2024
• “ Usual Pub Near Havensight Port ” 03/13/2024

• “ Good food after a long day! ” 01/01/2024
• “ Best Margaritas! ” 08/07/2023

• “ Got BBQ’d ” 03/19/2024
• “ Great BBQ ” 03/17/2024

• “ Not great ” 05/21/2023
• “ I get sad when sushi doesn’t W... ” 05/02/2023

• “ Great coffee and quick breakfa... ” 01/10/2024
• “ Very good! ” 12/06/2023

• “ No longer open ” 01/17/2020
• “ Amazing food! ” 12/15/2018

• “ Pricey but tasty ” 03/16/2024
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• “ okay pizza, a little greasy ” 03/19/2024
• “ Delicious New York-style pizza ” 03/12/2024

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• “ The locals joint ” 12/29/2023
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• “ Shockingly good food. ” 02/25/2024
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• “ Great lunch spot ” 03/20/2024
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• “ Good Chinese ” 08/18/2023

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Seasonal & Refined Caribbean Cuisine

Enjoy an exceptional journey of local Caribbean flavors at Indigo 4. Open for dinner from Tuesday thru Sunday 5:30pm-10:00pm. Join us for Sunday Brunch 10:00am-2:00pm.

Dinner Menu

Fried Calamari

Fried calamari with banana peppers and carrot relish with a season pepper aoili sauce

Crab cake with a roasted pineapple salsa and three-island sauce

Conch Fritter

Conch fritter with three-island sauce

Sautéed Mussels

Sauteed mussels with onion, garlic, tomatoes, thyme, white wine, and toast

Caesar Salad

Classic caesar salad with croutons and caesar dressing

Market Salad

Market salad with mixed greens and passionfruit vinaigrette, available market vegetables

Conch Chowder

Fresh baked bread.

Our house made bread served with garlic herb butter

DINNER TUESDAY - SUNDAY

Grilled salmon.

Grilled salmon with baked mac & cheese, green beans, mango soy ginger sauce

Filet Mignon Recommended

Pan seared 8oz filet mignon with a horseradish and green banana mash, burnt broccoli, bernaise sauce

New York Strip

Grilled 14oz New York strip with coconut ginger mushrooms, roasted mashed potatoes, brandy peppercorn sauce

Rib Eye Steak

Pan seared 14oz ribeye with white cheddar and parmesan cauli- flower gratin, green beans and gorgonzola cheese sauce

Chicken Breast

White cheddar stuffed airline chicken breast, roasted mashed potato, fried Brussels sprouts and chicken gravy

Rack of Lamb

Pan seared rack of lamb, white cheddar and parmesan cauliflower gratin, green beans, curry vinaigrette

Fish of the Day Local Catch

Local fish of the day prepared in the best way, with a warm salad of pumpkin, spinach, asparagus, plantain tostones, and citrus vinaigrette

Pan roasted double bone pork chop with stew black beans and fried Brussels sprouts and mango chutney

Local Lobster

Local lobster tail with roasted potatoes and vegetables with lemon butter sauce

Shrimp & Scallop

Pan seared scallop and grilled shrimp with white wine garlic butter sauce and linguine pasta

Penne Pasta

Roasted vegetables and penne pasta with garlic olive oil

Tomahawk Steak

48oz grilled tomahawk steak comes with 2 sides and sauce of your choice

Green Peppercorn

Curry vinaigrette, green beans, roasted mash, wilted spinach, mac & cheese, lobster mac, coconut tamarind key lime pie, donut bread pudding with dulce de leche ice cream, chocolate-chocolate cake, vanilla creme brûlée, reservation.

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Someday Charters, 5304 Yacht Haven Grande, St Thomas 00802, U.S. Virgin Islands

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Welcome Aboard Someday Luxury Power Catamaran

St. thomas luxury charters and, snorkeling adventures.

One-of-a-kind Experience

Catamaran Charters

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St. Thomas Snorkeling, Turtle, and

Beach adventure - our #1 seller.

On this 4 hour adventure, you'll be avoiding the crowds and snorkeling with the rare, endangered green sea turtles, enjoying the best of both worlds with two beautiful stops.

Top-shelf open bar & snacks

Sanitized snorkel gear

No experience necessary

Private Half Day Luxury Charter

Experience your day your way. On this fully customizable 4-hour tour, the choice is yours

Great for families, friends, and celebrations

Top-shelf open bar and snacks

Private St. Thomas Sunset Charters 

Toast to another beautiful day in paradise with a glass of champagne and hors d’oeuvres while savoring one of the gorgeous sunsets the Caribbean is known for.

Top-shelf open bar

Hors d’oeuvres and charcuterie

St. John Turtle Snorkel & Cays Full Day Charter

Avoid the crowds on this ultimate 6 hour multi-stop full day St. John & Cays adventure.  Snorkel with endangered green sea turtles, numerous species of colorful fish and beautiful coral reefs, while enjoying sights the US Virgin Islands have to offer.  Lunch is available at Pizza Pi.

Continental breakfast and deli style lunch

Your “Someday” on the Water

Experience the day you’ve always wished for on Someday, a brand new custom-built Aquila 36 ft. luxury power catamaran. Our yacht is specifically designed for the highest level of comfort on the best of adventures. Enjoy our award-winning service while we visit locations in and around St. Thomas, St. John, Water Island, and other off-the-beaten-path spots. We specialize in providing small groups with exclusive luxury tours and outstanding service. Being on a private or semi-private charter with us offers you everything from celebrations for special events and sipping champagne on a sunset cruise to snorkeling with endangered green sea turtles and lounging on the beach. Though Someday has a CE Certification for up to 26 passengers, we limit all charters to 12 passengers to provide extensive social space and personalized service for each guest.

Are you ready to experience your Someday yet?

Experience the day you’ve always wished for on Someday, a brand new custom-built Aquila 36 ft. luxury power catamaran. Our yacht is specifically designed for the highest level of comfort on the best of adventures. Enjoy our award-winning service while we visit locations in and around St. Thomas, St. John, Water Island, and other off-the-beaten-path spots. We specialize in providing small groups with exclusive luxury tours and outstanding service. Being on a private or semi-private charter with us offers you everything from celebrations for special events and sipping champagne on a sunset cruise to snorkeling with endangered green sea turtles and lounging on the beach. Though Someday has a CE Certification for up to 26 passengers, we limit all tours to 12 passengers to provide extensive social space and personalized service for each guest.

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A place of enjoyment and relaxation at one of the most enchanting places on island, right in the middle of Yacht Haven Grande. Enjoy modern Caribbean cuisine at the highest level and flair. Please note: We will be closed for off season from October 13 to November 3. We will reopen on November 4, 2023.

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Dining with seasonal creativity

Come experience local ingredients at its finest. Select from a seven, nine, or eleven course tasting menu. Add the wine pairing for a truly unique experience.

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Street Photography Tips, Interaction, Travel, Guides

Apr 24 2017

City Street Guides by f.d. walker: A Street Photography Guide to Moscow, Russia

*A series of guides on shooting Street Photography in cities around the world. Find the best spots to shoot, things to capture, street walks, street tips, safety concerns, and more for cities around the world. I have personally researched, explored and shot Street Photography in every city that I create a guide for. So you can be ready to capture the streets as soon as you step outside with your camera!

At over 12 million people, Moscow is the largest city in Russia and second largest in Europe by population ( Istanbul is #1). An urban, cosmopolitan metropolis with more than enough glitz and glam to cater to the elite, but without losing its fair share of Soviet era roughness around the edges. It can be fast paced, brash, busy, and trendy like other big cities, but it has its blend of West meets Russia atmosphere and beauty that provides plenty of unique interest. The Red Square is as famous as it gets, but there’s so much more to this city, including the most beautiful subway system you’ve ever seen. It would take years to capture all of Moscow, but that means you have an endless amount of areas to discover.

So here’s a Street Photography guide so you can be ready to capture all that Moscow has to offer before you even arrive!

• Patriarch’s Pond
• Old Arbat Street
• Maroseyka Street
• Tverskoy Boulevard

Top 5 Street Spots:

1. red square.

The Red Square is the most famous square in not just Russia, but all of Eastern Europe. The name actually doesn’t come from the color of the bricks or communism, but from the name in Russian, Krásnaya, once meaning “beautiful” before its meaning changed to “red.” This large plaza is what you see on the cover of guide books and magazines for Moscow, with St. Basil’s Cathedral being the center piece next to Lenin’s Mausoleum surrounded by the Kremlin Wall. Of course, the Red Square attracts hordes of tourist due to the main attractions, but all that activity around an interesting atmosphere does provide street photo opportunities. It’s also the central square connecting to the city’s major streets, providing a good starting point to explore outward.

You’ll also find the popular pedestrian only Nikolskaya Street connecting the Red Square to Lubyanka Square. This line of expensive shops includes plenty of activity, while also leading you to another popular square. Filled with history rivaling any city, the Red Square and surrounding areas are the heart and soul of Russia.

2. Patriarch’s Ponds

Patriarch’s Ponds is one of the most exclusive neighborhoods in Moscow. Despite the name being plural, there’s only one large pond, but it’s worth a visit with your camera. It’s a popular spot for locals and expats to come relax or take a stroll around the pond. You get an interesting mix of young and old too, from young love to “babushkas” feeding pigeons. It’s a very peaceful park atmosphere in one of the nicer areas within the city center, while bringing enough activity for street photography. 

The pond is shallow and in the winter becomes a popular spot for ice-skating too. The area is also well-known for the location in the famous Russian novel, The Master and Margarita. 

3. Old Arbat (Stary Arbat)

Old Arbat is the most famous pedestrian street in Moscow, and dating back to the 15th century, also one of its oldest. Originally, it was an area of trade, but soon became the most prestigious residential area in Moscow. During the 18th century, Arbat started attracting the city’s scholars and artists, including Alexander Pushkin. Cafes lined the streets and impressive homes filled the neighborhood. Since then, New Arbat street was created as a highway in the area, while Old Arbat was paved for a 1km pedestrian only walkway.

Due to the historic buildings, famous artists that lived here, and the bohemian atmosphere, Old Arbat has become a big attraction for tourists today. Now, there’s a mix of cafes, restaurants, souvenir shops, street performers, street merchants and other attractions for visitors, and some locals, to come enjoy. It can get really busy here and there’s usually something interesting going on so it’s a good street to come walk with your camera for guaranteed life.

4. Gorky Park

One of the most famous places in Moscow is Gorky Park. The official name is Maxim Gorky’s Central Park of Culture & Leisure, which gives you an idea of what goes on here. When built, it was the first of its kind in the Soviet Union. Divided into two parts, it stretches along Moscow River. One end contains fair rides, foods stands, tennis courts, a sports club, a lake for boat rides, and more. This end brings more active life due to its number of attractions, while the other end is more relaxed, where you’ll find gardens, trees, older buildings, and an outdoor amphitheater.

Gorky Park attracts mostly locals so it’s a good spot to capture the non-tourist side of Moscow life. Muscovites come here to escape the city and unwind in a picturesque setting. The park remains alive outside of the warmer months too, especially when the lake turns into the city’s largest outdoor skating rink. I’d recommend taking the metro out here to spend at least half a day exploring the massive park’s life with your camera.

5. Maroseyka Street

Maroseyka Street is a popular area not too far from the Red Square. The long, winding street turns into Pokrovka and is lined with restaurants, cafes, bars and places to stay. It’s actually where I like to stay when I’m in Moscow due to its location and solid street photography opportunities itself. You have Kitay-gorod station near and if you keep walking southwest, you’ll get to the Red Square. But if you walk northwest, as it changes to Pokrovka, you can find a long street of activity for photography with its own interesting atmosphere.

6. Tverskoy Boulevard

Tverskoy Boulevard is the oldest and longest boulevard in Moscow, beginning at the end of Nikitsky Boulevard, and finishing at Pushkin Square, a spot to come for activity itself. The boulevard is made up of two avenues, with pedestrian walkways in-between. You’ll find grass, shrubbery, trees, benches and more walking it’s almost kilometer length. Many people come here to enjoy some relaxation, walk their dog, or just to use it to walk wherever they’re going. Its center location also provides a nice place to walk with your camera near plenty of other spots you’ll want to check out anyway.

Sample Street Walk:

For a full day of Street Photography, covering some of the best spots, you can follow this sample street walk for Moscow:

• Start your morning walking around the Red Square (1), while exploring the surrounding area, including Nikolskaya Street
• Then walk northwest to Patriarch’s Ponds (2) and slowly walk the pond and surrounding area with your camera
• Next, walk east to the Pushkin Monument and stroll down Tverskoy Boulevard (6)
• Once Tverskoy Boulevard (6) ends, it will turn into Nikitsky Boulevard. Follow this down until you get to the start of Old Arbat Street (3), across from Arbatskaya station
• After you’re done walking down Old Arbat Street (3) for more street photography, spend some time checking out Moscow’s beautiful metro stations
• To finish off the day with more street photography, get off the metro near Red Square (1) again, Maroseyka Street (5) or wherever you’re staying for the night.

3 Things I’ll Remember about Shooting in Moscow:

1. museum metro.

The Moscow metro system was the first underground railway system in the Soviet Union and today includes 203 stations across 340km of routes. The elaborate system has some of the deepest stations in the world too, with escalators that seem to go on forever. None of this is what makes it so special, though. Many of its stations feel like stepping inside a museum, making it without a doubt the most interesting and beautiful metro system I’ve been in.

When built, Stalin wanted to make the metro stations “palaces for the people” with marble, chandeliers, and grand architecture. The best part is the variety of architecture and styles used, making many of the stations a completely different experience visually. You could easily spend a whole day traveling the stations and there are even tours available for people who wish to do just that. My advice, though, would be just to buy a ticket and hop on and off at different stations, while exploring different lines. The museum-like surrounding mixed with the crowds of characters can make for a great photography experience.

Since there are so many stations, here are some of my favorites to check out:

• Novoslobodskaya
• Mayakovskaya
• Elektrozavodskaya
• Komsomolskaya
• Ploschad Revolyutsii
• Dostoyevskaya
• Prospekt Mira

2. Moscow is Big

It’s no secret that Moscow is a big city, but it can feel even bigger with how spread out much of it is. This is especially true if you compare it to cities outside of Asia. If I compared it to cities in Europe, I’d probably say only Istanbul would warrant more time to really discover the depths of this city. Most only explore around the Red Square and surrounding area, but that is such a small part of the city. Although, that central area does give you plenty to see on its own.

Fortunately, I had a good friend living in the city to show me around, but it opened up my eyes even more to how much there is to discover in Moscow. It’s a big city with a variety of atmosphere that can take you from “east” to “west” and trendy to rugged depending on where you go. I’d imagine you’d have to live here a while to really know the city.

3. Cosmopolitan Mix of East meets West

Modern skyscrapers mixed with amazing architecture, a world-class metro system with museum-like beauty, trendy fashion and chic clubs, Moscow is a rich mix of Russian culture and history in a more western cosmopolitan package. There is a push to keep the Russian culture, while also pushing forward with a modern metropolis the whole world will envy. This comes with an impressive skyline, that continues to grow, and endless modernities, but with soviet nostalgia and atmosphere mixed in for good measure.

Mixed in with this grand western cosmopolitan atmosphere, is a strong national pride in Russia. This includes their famous leader, Vladimir Putin. Maybe no other place will you see a country’s leader more often. All over, from the pricey tourist shops to the underground walkway stalls, you’ll find goods with Putin’s likeness covering them. From t-shirts to magnets to Matryoshka dolls. There’s a strong national pride that can be seen around the city, which also extends to their leader. Moscow is many things. It’s East meets West, modernizations meets Soviet era, and a whole lot more.

What To Do For a Street Photography Break?:

Eat at a stolovaya.

Stolovayas are Russian cafeterias that became popular in the Soviet days. You grab a tray and walk down the line of freshly prepared local dishes, and select whatever you want from the chefs. They’re usually inexpensive and a much better value than restaurants, while giving you the opportunity to try from a wide selection of everyday Russian food. They’re also very tasty. I always include some borsch on my tray and go from there. The places themselves are all over Moscow and usually come with Soviet-era aesthetics to complete the experience.

Street Safety Score: 7

*As always, no place is completely safe! So when I talk about safety, I’m speaking in general comparison to other places. Always take precaution, be smart, observe your surroundings and trust your instincts anywhere you go!

Being the 2nd largest city in Europe with over 12 million people, you’re going to have your dangerous areas, but for the most part, it feels safe walking around. Russia is statistically higher in crime compared to most of Europe, but this generally doesn’t apply to tourists and visitors. Around the Red Square and surrounding city center, you should feel completely safe walking around. Pick pocketing can happen, but no more than other touristic places. I always explore Moscow freely without coming across too much to worry about. It’s a spread out city, though, so of course it matters where you are. Just use basic street smarts, know where you are and Moscow shouldn’t give you a problem. 

People’s Reaction Score: 7

Moscow is fast paced, big city life, which usually means people aren’t too concerned with you, or your camera. I don’t find people notice or pay much attention to me when I’m out taking photos in Moscow. For the most part, people just go about their day. You shouldn’t get too many looks or concern. But it can depend on the area you are in. The more you stick out, the more you might get noticed with suspicions. I’ve never had any problems in Moscow, or Russia, but just be careful who you’re taking a photo of if you get out of the city center. Other than that, it’s about average for reactions. 

Street Tips:

Learn the alphabet .

Much of Moscow, including the metro system, doesn’t use english. The Russian alphabet uses letters from the Cyrillic script, which if you aren’t familiar with it and don’t know the sounds, can be hard to decipher the words. This is most important for street names and metro stops when trying to get around. It can save confusion and make it easier getting around if you learn the basic alphabet. At the very least then, you can sound out the words to see which are similar in the english conversion, which can help matching them to maps. When out shooting street photography, getting around is as important as anything. So save yourself some time and frustration by learning the Russian Alphabet.

Use the metro

While Saint-Petersburg feels very walkable for a city its size, Moscow can feel very spread out, even for its bigger size. Outside of the Red Square area, you can have plenty of walking before getting anywhere very interesting, so you’ll need to take the metro a lot if you really want to explore the city. Maps are deceiving here too, it will always be further than it looks.

Another reason it’s less walkable than Saint-Petersburg is its completely different set-up. Moscow’s streets are mostly contstructed in rings with narrow, winding streets in-between. This is common with medieval city cities that used to be confined by walls, but you usually don’t have it in a city this massive. Saint-Petersburg has a more grid-like pattern that also uses the canals to help you know your way around. When it comes to navigating on foot in Moscow, it can be more difficult, so bring a map and take the metro when needed. It’s why Moscow’s metro carries more passengers per day than the London and Paris subways combined.

Explore other areas if you have time

Moscow is really big. While most people stay around the Red Square within the Boulevard Ring, there’s so much more to the city. I covered some other spots outside of this circle, but if you really want to see the city, you’ll need time. If you do have time, some other areas I’d check out first are Zamoskvarechye, along some of the south and western Moscow.

Inspiration:

For some more inspiration, you can look through the Street Photography of Moscow photographer Artem Zhitenev  and check out 33 of my photos taken in Moscow .

Conclusion:

Moscow’s name brings a certain mystique, but once you’re there it might bring a different atmosphere than you expect. It’s big and sprawling, but beautiful in many ways. It can feel like a European capital on a grand scale, but you can definitely find its Russian side in there.

The urban sprawl of Moscow can be intimidating, but give it enough time and you’ll be rewarded with plenty to discover. All with the world’s best metro system to take you around.

I hope this guide can help you start to experience some of what Moscow contains. So grab your camera and capture all that Moscow has to offer for Street Photography!

If you still have any questions about shooting in Moscow, feel free to comment below or email me!

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