Virgin Island Fun Facts

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The United States purchased the Virgin Islands from Denmark in 1917. The Danish were the first Europeans to permanently settle the islands in the early 1700s. The US Virgin Islands is the only US Territory to be bordered by both the Atlantic and Caribbean Sea. The official and most widely spoken language in the Virgin Islands is English. The literacy rate in the Virgin Islands is around 90-95%. It is common to hear French Creole and Spanish spoken, particularly on St. Thomas. Unlike the rest of the United States, in the U.S. Virgin Islands, vehicles drive on the left side of the road. There is no fresh water source on the island of St. John. All water used is collected from the rain or boated and trucked in at very high prices. Experience our rich culture and storied history, pristine beaches, turquoise waters, natural diversity and smiling, friendly people. SHOP! - Highertiertravel.com
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