St. Thomas - Lindquist beach- yay or nay?

First cruise, Freedom of The Seas, end of November.

Our only requirements for a beach are crystal clear water, pretty views and is in proximity of a bathroom.:D

Does Lindquist meet these requirements? If so, best way to get there from where Freedom docks?

First cruise, Freedom of The Seas, end of November.

 

Our only requirements for a beach are crystal clear water, pretty views and is in proximity of a bathroom.:D

 

Does Lindquist meet these requirements? If so, best way to get there from where Freedom docks?

Yes, excellent choice! If you don't need other amenities Lindqvist is the most beautiful beach on the island in our opinion. You're docked at Havensight (WICO) which is closest to the East End and Lindqvist and the $10pp taxi is sbout 20 min, taxis will stop to pick folks up for the return, or you can ask a driver to return. It's also a short walk from the beach to the road if you need to hail a taxi. If you want to pack a lunch the Gourmet Gallery in one of the Havensight buildings has a great deli. Lindqvist is now Smith Bay Park and there is a nominal entrance fee but unless there have been any recent developments it promises to be less crowded because of the lack of amenities.

Have a great first cruise! :)

Yes, excellent choice! If you don't need other amenities Lindqvist is the most beautiful beach on the island in our opinion. You're docked at Havensight (WICO) which is closest to the East End and Lindqvist and the $10pp taxi is sbout 20 min, taxis will stop to pick folks up for the return, or you can ask a driver to return. It's also a short walk from the beach to the road if you need to hail a taxi. If you want to pack a lunch the Gourmet Gallery in one of the Havensight buildings has a great deli. Lindqvist is now Smith Bay Park and there is a nominal entrance fee but unless there have been any recent developments it promises to be less crowded because of the lack of amenities.

Have a great first cruise! :)

Thanks for the great information!! Packing a lunch sounds great and there is a bathroom around the beach? We just bring towels from the ship to lay on, right?

Is it common to ask same driver to pick you up - would you suggest doing that?

We are excited!!!!!!!

The last time I was there they had porta-potties near the beach. There are a few picnic tables if you get there early enough to get one.

It isn't uncommon to ask a driver to come back for you but it also isn't necessary. Some will come back and some may say they will not depending on what they have scheduled. The East End Taxi phone number is 340 774-7457 and they can send a taxi for you.

First cruise, Freedom of The Seas, end of November.

 

Our only requirements for a beach are crystal clear water, pretty views and is in proximity of a bathroom.:D

 

Does Lindquist meet these requirements? If so, best way to get there from where Freedom docks?

Magen's Bay is beautiful and was very quiet the day we spent there. It had rental equipment, restroom facilities and a snack bar. We spent a week in St. Thomas and visited several beaches but I don't recall visiting Lindquist.

Lindqvist is between Sapphire and Coki, stunning beach. If you want more amenities with no crowds Sapphire is also gorgeous with nice island views. Just more character than Magens in our opinion!