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A listing of web sites that provide links to resources relating to the U.S. Virgin Islands. The most important source for bibliography of books and articles concerning the U.S. Virgin Islands is the annual Handbook of Latin American Studies (http://lcweb2.loc.gov/hlas/) produced by over 130 contributing editors under the editorship of the Hispanic Division of the Library of Congress. Additional coverage of journal articles can be found through a subscription to the Hispanic American Periodical Index (http://hapi.gseis.ucla.edu/).   Both the Handbook and HAPI are available in selected libraries in book form.   One of the major aggregators for links to a wide variety of the U.S. Virgin Islands subjects is the University of Texas' LANIC (http://www.lanic.utexas.edu/la/cb/other/vi/).

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CAMPING ON ST. JOHN  (http://www.here.vi/Camping/camping.html)
Cinnamon Bay campground is the only site where camping is permitted on the island of St. John. The campgounds include bare sites, sites prepared with tent-covered platforms, and cottages. Cottages and prepared sites are equipped with cooking supplies and linens. A camp store sells food, beverages and other supplies. A campground restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Reservations for special tours for schools and other groups are necessary. At least two weeks notice is required.

CARAMBOLA GOLF CLUB  (http://www.GolfVI.com)
Features eighteen holes of the most beautiful and challenging golf in the Caribbean. Designed by Robert Trent Jones, Sr., and built by Laurance Rockefeller, the Club is the recipient of Golf Magazine's Gold Medal award and annually hosts the Konica USVI Golf Classic featuring LPGA professionals.

CARIBBEAN ADVENTURE TOURS  (http://www.tourcarib.com/)
Provides Kayak and Hiking tours and photo tours with experienced guides.

CORAL WORLD  (http://www.coralworldvi.com)
A marine park and under sea observatory on the island of St. Thomas. Features a natural environment and an opportunity to hand feed a stingray or watch newborn seahorses learn to swim.

PARADISE TRAMWAY  (http://www.paradisepointtramway.com/)
Features cable cars - a panoramic view of downtown Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas.

PAUL AND JILL'S EQUESTRIAN STABLES  (http://pws.prserv.net/paul-and-jills/)
the stables are located on the Sprat Hall Plantation, St. Croix. Beginners riders to expert riders are welcomed.

SEABORNEAIRLINES  (http://www.SeaborneAirlines.com)
Seaborne Airlines offers the best and most convenient way to travel in the U.S. Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico.

ST. CROIX AQUARIUM AND MARINE EDUCATION CENTER  (http://www.geocities.com/STCROIXAQUARIUM/)
Features aquariums containing an extensive display of marine animals from local waters, which are routinely rotated back to their homes in the sea. Some are so small or unusual or well camouflaged in the aquariums that you may not notice them on your own. Guided tours with a biologist. Learn about: mating behavior, feeding habits, species identification, local folklore, reef conservation, diving tips and creatures in the touch pond. Visit the Discovery Room. Participate through interactive displays and learn more through educ

ST. CROIX BIKE TOURS  (http://www.stcroixbike.com/)
Biking tours on the islands of St. Croix

ST. CROIX HERITAGE TRAIL  (http://www.stcroixheritagetrail.com/)
A 72-mile driving tour that features historic sites and attractions. Includes many significant natural areas. Historic marker road signs with the trail's brown and white sugar mill symbol guide visitors along the route which runs between Frederiksted and Christiansted, The route includes a scenic coastline, through cattle country, tropical forest and through both historic seaport towns.

ST. CROIX TAXI  (http://www.StCroixTaxi.com)
St. Croix Taxi Association. Transportation to and from the airport.

TIM DUNCAN - NBA's MVP 2001-2002 (Native Virgin Islander)   (http://www.slamduncan.com/)
San Antonio Spurs’ Tim Duncan is a native Virgin Islander born on the island of St. Croix. In 2002, he was named as the winner of the Maurice Podoloff Trophy as the NBA’s Most Valuable Player for the 2001-02 season.

TRAVEL INFORMATION REPORT: UNITED STATES OF AMERICA -- VIRGIN ISLANDS  (http://www.dfait-maeci.gc.ca/travelreport/report%5Fe.asp?country=United+States+of+America+-+Virgin+Islands)
Highlights a travel information report for Canadians traveling to the U.S. Virgin Islands, provided by the Canada Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade. Discusses the general conditions in the U.S. Virgin Islands, tips for travelers, health conditions, and entry requirements.

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS TOURISM - OFFICIAL SITE  (http://www.usvitourism.vi)
Official U.S. Virgin Islands Tourism site. Welcome from the Governor of the Virgin Islands. Features Arts & Culture; Dining and Nightlife; Shopping information; Nature & Wildlife; Sports & Recreation; Travel & Transportation; Weddings & Honeymoons and information about the three islands. Provides downloadable brochures, and multimedia gallery.

U.S.V.I. SOCCER FEDERATION  (http://www.usvisoccerfederation.com/)
The U.S.V.I. Soccer Federation was formed and incorporated as a non-profit organization on November 30th 1992. The Federation is made up of two regional Associations: St. Thomas/St. John Soccer Association and St. Croix Soccer Association.

USVI IMMIGRATION & NATURALIZATION SERVICES  (http://www.usvi.net/us-ins/body_index.html)
Official website for INS in the territory. Features INS office locations and services, travel to the Continental United State and Puerto Rico. Link to the passport office.

VI PACE RUNNERS  (http://www.virginislandspace.org/NewHomePage.htm)
The Virgin Islands Pace Runners, organizes and hosts running events and running related activities in the Virgin Islands of the United States, particularly in St.Croix. The nonprofit organization was founded in 1978 by Wallace Williams, an Olympic Marathon Runner at the Seoul Olympics in 1988. V.I.Pace serves runners throughout the Virgin Islands and the Caribbean, as well as visitors to the islands from the United States, North, Central, and South America, Africa and Europe.

VIRGIN ISLANDS BASEBALL  (http://www.autopenhosting.org/virginislands/)
Features history and list of major league players born in the Virgin Islands .

VIRGIN ISLANDS FAST FERRY  (http://www.virginislandsfastferry.com/)
Virgin Islands Fast ferry service between the islands of St. Thomas and St. Croix.

WATER ISLAND - THE 4TH VIRGIN ISLAND  (http://www.water-island.com/)
Provides information about a Waterfront Cottage on Providence Point, a privately owned peninsula on Water Island, the 4th island of the U.S. Virgin Islands. Water Island is only a five-minute ferry ride away from St. Thomas.

WORLD TRAVEL GUIDE: VIRGIN ISLANDS: U.S.  (http://www.wtgonline.com/data/vir/vir.asp)
Columbus Publishing offers information on the U.S. Virgin Islands, as part of the World Travel Guide. The guide highlights the population, population density, capital, geography, government, language, religion, time zone, and communications of the U.S. Virgin Islands.

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