Tuesday 29 April 2014

Luxury Lodging Options in St. Thomas USVI

Visiting in St. Thomas can be a be a dream come true! Spend your vacation exploring the wonders of the island and experiencing new adventures that you will treasure for a lifetime. It’s not all about what you do that will make your vacation memorable though, where you stay can be just as important. 

There’s a wide variety of lodging options that can fit any family’s budget! If you’re looking for a rustic retreat, try pitching a tent at one of the many camp grounds in either St. John or St. Thomas. The Caribbean holds some of the most lush and alluring camping grounds that can make any tropical vacation an unforgettable adventure!


 When you yearn to feel like a kind or queen, having food brought to your door step, and want to be pampered in the lap of luxury, look no further than a resort. Resorts such as  The Ritz Carlton, Marriott, Bolongo, Emerald Beach, and many more, give you free range of options during your stay. Choose an all inclusive resort and unwind on the beach by sip on unlimited drinks as you explore your inner adventurer by going sailing, kayaking or stand-up paddle boarding! If you prefer to reside in a room for a night, order some delicious room service that will be delivered right to your door… and maybe a massage while your at it! Romance and luxury go hand-in-hand, and at a resort, you can indulge in your love wholeheartedly, as friendly staff take care of everything behind the scenes. You can also take your relationship to the next step and exchange vows right on the beach, just steps away from your room. If you like to take your vacation and pump it up to the next level of pure luxury, try renting a villa! St. Thomas is loaded with high-class, celebrity approved, luxurious villas. Most villas are privately owned and can give you special treatment and take unique requests. Get a private chef to cook for you directly from your villa’s kitchen, take a stroll down to your private beach, or sunbath next to your very own pool that looks out onto the ocean… the options are endless! Decide whether you want to be close to town, or isolated in the tropical rainforest with no others in sight. 
 

After all that relaxation, you might be ready to try something new! Trade in your bathing suit and snorkel gear for a harness and trolly! Ziplining isn’t just fun, but a great way to make any awesome vacation, into the best vacation you’ve ever had. Imagine, relax by the pool with a Caribbean cocktail in the morning, then head up to the zip-line for 3 hours of exhilarating fun, then end the day with a personal massage. It’s your vacation… make it how you want!

Monday 21 April 2014

Sailing in the Virgin Islands

When you close your eyes and think of going for a sail, the first thing that usually pops into your head is a picture of a beautiful sloop being pushed gently along by easy trade winds and rocking back and forth at the touch of a following sea.
Open your eyes, if what you see is still white snow instead of white caps on the Caribbean sea then chances are you need an escape. 


What better way to live your fantasy than to take the helm and plot a meandering course island to island, cove to cove. It’s easier and closer than you ever could imagine.
Thousands of vessels ply the crystal azure waters of the Virgin Islands and with a short flight down from the east coast, you could feel the teak beneath your feet and the sand in your toes in just a matter of hours.
Many different options exist to the aspiring yachtsman (or woman) for those who have crossed oceans or those who’re used to taking out a sunfish on the lake, or even those who have only imagined the joys of trimming a sheet.


The United States Virgin Islands has hundreds of charter vessels ready to set sail while you relax with a tropical drink in your hand. While staying at any of the luxurious accommodations on island you can take a short day sail to many of the surrounding islands and there vibrant reefs. Generally you will meet the boat on the dock in the morning and set sail for a few hours after which your crew will tie up to a mooring; followed by a guided snorkel tour of the cove. Once you have finished  chasing sea turtles and wondering at the rainbow of reef life your crew will temp you with delicious libations and a snack or two.
Another, more private and relaxing option, is to hire a sailing yacht for the day. It will be supplied with refreshments or you can bring your own. You can help set the course for the day, your captain and crew will be on your itinerary for the day.
The next step up is to leave the land to the lubbers and set sail for a week long sailing adventure aboard your own private sailing yacht. Depending on your level of skill on the sea you can hire a captain and crew to take you to remote cays and shipwrecks or, if you’ve got some captain in you, take the wheel and anchor in a different cove every night.
Finally if the lap of luxury calls to you, then nothing will compare to a fully crewed luxury yacht. During the winter months, some of the worlds biggest yachts, including the Rising Sun stretching an incredible four hundred and fifty-three feet, call St. Thomas in the USVI home. The make their berth at Yacht Haven Grande, a super yacht marina with all of the high end finishings to make your time ashore the most grand you will every experience. A luxury yacht charter will not only include captain and crew, but also stewards and chefs along with housekeepers and maintenance crew to make your voyage not only exquisite, but also safe and comfortable. Your on board respite will rival any five star hotel and with all the accouterments of a beach resort you will never be bored, whether you find yourself jet skiing over reefs or kite-boarding in head high surf every adventure will be truly unparalleled. 


When your yacht drops anchor in Magen's Bay, one of the most beautiful beaches on earth, you just might be able to see your neighbors in the anchorage high up on the mountain side Zipping through the trees; that’s because the best view of your yacht and Magen’s Bay is from atop crown mountain at Tree Limin’ Extreme, St. Thomas’ own Zipline adventure.
In the back of everyone's mind, there is a hidden desire to set sail with the sun on your face and the wind in your hair and no place is that dream more close to reality than the Virgin Islands.

Sunday 13 April 2014

GoPro Rentals

We pride ourselves at Tree Limin’ Extreme Canopy Tours on our beautiful views and exciting zip lines! Sadly, not many cameras can capture the vibrant colors of the Caribbean at the high speeds you’re zipping at. That’s why we have GoPros for rent! They are the latest craze in picture taking/film technology, designed for people who are on the go; hence the name, GoPro.
The GoPro 3 is equipped with a waterproof case for those rainy days, and a wide angle lens that is capable of capturing so much more than a traditional camera. One of our favorite qualities about this high definition camera is its capability to handle “shaky situations” with minimal lag.

      

There is nothing better than capturing your vacation on a high definition camera that you can take home to show the whole family. We give you your choice of USB or SD card, and you can upload it right to your computer. What you do from there is your choice! You can play it just as it is, or you can edit it with sweet effect. Here are some really fun edits from former zippers who rented our GoPro! 

 
If you’re interested in renting one of our GoPro cameras to make your trip at Tree Limin’ Extreme even more unforgettable, talk to our friendly office staff.

Wednesday 2 April 2014

Bucket List Zippers

Tree Limin’ Extreme Canopy Tour is meant for nearly all ages! As long as you are physically in good shape, older than 5, and weight between 70-275 pounds, you can enjoy the ride of your life. We don’t like to hear “but I’m too old for zip lining”. Nonsense! As long as you have an adventurous heart, why not give it a go?!     
Even an 87 year old man had a great time zipping!
Everyone now-a-days is talking about their bucket list. Someday you want to do this, someday you want to see that, but you need to do less talking and more walking! Make that someday, today! I’ve heard many excuses in my day, “I want to go zip lining, but”… “I’m scared of heights!” or “I’m not as fit as I once was.” or “It’s too dangerous!”. Once you know the safety standards at Tree Limin’ Extreme, you might take a second look at zip lining. 

Even though zip lining is fairly new to the eco-tourism scene, it is one of the fastest growing attractions and heavily sought after. In the United States alone, there are over 200 zip lines and counting. Our zip line is ACCT Certified and has the most up to date zip line equipment in the industry. ACCT has been setting the standards for challenge courses all over the world since 1994, and includes routine inspections, operating standards, and certifying all the guides as qualified professionals. So it’s safe to say, we truly are the “Ritz Carlton” of zip lining! We hook you up, we take you down, all you have to do is enjoy the ride!

Here are some quotes from three of the bucket list zippers that have zipped at Tree Limin' Extreme!

Jody says:
This was all 4 of our 1st time zip lining with you, and we all said this was off our bucket list!! It was amazing and something we only dreamed about doing until the opportunity came deity going on a cruise and wanting to do an excursion. We are so thankful we choose this with you all. You made our experience one to remember for a lifetime and if we ever get the chance to again you can bet we will, but for now we can say we did it!!!! And those who haven't can be jealous hahaha or get their butts to St. Thomas and experience it as well. :) thank you thank you thank you!!! I will never forget you all <3 NEVER!!!!

Julie says:

Zip Lining was on my bucket list. I have a fear of heights, but it looked like fun. Wanted to do it for years. I had so much anxiety the night before. But, when we arrived we felt comforted by the great guides and the other guests in our group. After the first zip I was relaxed and really enjoyed it. I fear no more, and cant wait to go back to the beautiful St. Thomas and Zip again!

Shelby says:

It was on our bucket list we did this last summer, we tried to do it the year before but you didn't open until the week after we were down there. We came back with that being first on our list for the trip last summer. We have be coming to St. Thomas every summer now for over 8 years, this was the best thing we've done so far! (An it is a big list that we have been checking off down there!)
We don’t care what age you are, we just want to make sure that you have a blast and feel safe at the same time. All of our guides have the knowledge to keep you safe, and the personalities to keep you entertained! If zip lining is on your bucket list, don’t just choose any old zip line, choose Tree Limin’ Extreme, where it’s beautiful year round, and always an adventure!

We don’t care what age you are, we just want to make sure that you have a blast and feel safe at the same time. All of our guides have the knowledge to keep you safe, and the personalities to keep you entertained! If zip lining is on your bucket list, don’t just choose any old zip line, choose Tree Limin’ Extreme, where it’s beautiful year round, and always an adventure!

Plan your next trip today by visiting www.ziplinestthomas.com or calling us at (340) 777-9477.