Nestled within a 30-acre estate, this luxury Caribbean resort overlooks the sparkling turquoise waters and white-sand beaches of the eastern tip of St. Thomas. At The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas, guests can explore the underwater world, enjoy gourmet dining and exceptional levels of personalized service. http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/hotels/St_Thomas/ritzcarltonstthomas/hotel/927/19/ en-us Copyright 1998 e-TravelMedia.com/CaribbeanMag.com Mon, 6 Oct 2008 11:45:10 EST - Situated on a 30-acre secluded estate along Great Bay on the eastern tip of St. Thomas - Caribbean hotel featuring 200 guestrooms and suites, each with a private balcony or terrace - 48 new guestrooms and suites recently added - New exclusive Club Level villa featuring oceanview guestrooms and suites, The Club Lounge and stunning views of the Caribbean Sea - New boutique spa, salon and fitness center - Infinity-edge pool, traditional pool and Jacuzzi - Great Bay and Coconut Cove beaches - Aquatic Center featuring non-motorized water activities on property - The Lady Lynsey, a 53-foot luxury catamaran, available for day sails, sunset cruises and private charters - Four dining facilities featuring Caribbean, French or American cuisine - More than 10,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor meeting and function space perfect for business meetings, retreats, weddings or receptions AMENITIES: The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas features 200 guestrooms including oceanview and tropical gardenview deluxe rooms and suites. The accommodations are divided into Mediterranean-style villas situated in a semi-circle around Great Bay. As part of the hotel's recent expansion, 48 new guestrooms, including 24 suites and 24 Club accommodations, were added. In-Room Features - Private balcony or terrace with all guestrooms - 24-hour room service - Twice-daily housekeeping - In-room safe - Television with pay-per-view movies - Nintendo 64 systems - Evening turndown - Fully stocked refreshment cabinet - Coffee maker with complimentary coffee - Laundry service - Bath butler and Bath Menu services - Babysitting services available ACTIVITIES: An Adventure Aboard The Lady Lynsey At The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas, guests can enjoy half-day, full-day and sunset sails daily throughout the US and British Virgin Islands aboard the hotel's private 53-foot catamaran, The Lady Lynsey. Captain John Holmberg and his able crew are there to attend to every guest wish and need. Half and full-day snorkeling excursions are offered weekly for guests who want to swim, sunbathe or simply enjoy a quiet anchorage. In addition to cocktails and snacks, an elaborate buffet is also offered. The popular Jost Van Dyke full-day sail enables guests to explore Great Harbor and explore a live coral reef. The itinerary includes a stop on a secluded private island where snorkeling conditions are among the best in the Caribbean. Complete food and beverage services are available. Cooler temperatures and tropical breezes are the perfect early evening setting for sunset sails where guests can relax with a glass of champagne or rum punch. Sunset cruises feature cocktails and hors d'oeuvres. The Lady Lynsey also offers private sails for groups from two to 49. Both half and full-day excursions - including sunset sails - are available and can be fully catered. On all Lady Lynsey sails, the price-per-person includes beverages and refreshments. Scuba Diving and Snorkeling Excursions from the Patagon Dive Center at The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas Guests can explore the colorful waters of the Caribbean Sea on supervised scuba dives and snorkeling excursions that depart daily from the resort's full PADI Dive Center on property. Beginners, intermediate and advanced divers are welcome. From our privileged location on the eastern tip of St. Thomas, guests can access a score of small islands and cays that host diverse underwater scenery and marine life just 10 to 20 minutes away. Popular scuba diving sites include The Rhone, Pocket Rock Reef, General Rogers and The Caves of Cow and Calf. Sites good for scuba diving and snorkeling are Congo Cay, Thatch Cay, Carval Rock, Dog Island and St. James Island. Another adventurous option is the Night Dive, available regularly. Chief Divemaster, Captain Arnoldo Falcoff, is originally from Patagonia, where he worked for many years in underwater salvage and research operations. He has 25 years of local diving and marine experience and has been responsible for diving excursions at the hotel since it first opened. The Patagon can accommodate groups of two to six guests on each dive. A full range of snorkeling and dive gear is available to rent, or guests may bring their own gear. Towels, drinking water and refreshments are available on board. Patagon departure times include: 9:30 a.m. two-tank dive 2:30 p.m. one-tank dive 6:30 p.m. night dive Scuba classes for beginners begin at 1:30 p.m. with a lecture and poolside session prior to the open water dive. Our PADI and NAUI program is unique in many ways. With a customized flexible schedule to fit other vacation plans, students will receive undivided attention in a relaxed atmosphere. From the basic two day course, to the more advanced courses, our mission is to form accomplished "common sense" divers responsible for themselves, their dive buddies, and the aquatic world. Snorkel and scuba programs are also available for children. Children ages five and older are welcome on the snorkeling outings and ages eight and older on the scuba tours. For international guests, dive courses can also be taught in French, Spanish and Italian. Underwater video cameras, photo cameras, optical masks and wet suits are also available. DINING/RESTARUANTS: Type: Resort Beach Location: Beach Front (Directly on Beach/Water Front) http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/hotels/St_Thomas/ritzcarltonstthomas/hotel/927/19/ Mon, 6 Oct 2008 11:45:10 EST