ST. THOMAS' FRIENDLY EAST END
The eastern tip of St. Thomas known as Red Hook isn't a full grown town as yet - but it's a self-sufficient area in terms of services. It contains a shopping center with a drug store, medical clinic, 2 banks with ATM machines and postal & secretarial service. Across the street is a busy marina, taxi stand, laundry, marine supply store and a bunch of great restaurants! Within walking distance is the public ferry to the island of St. John. And... within a 5 to 10 minute ride from Red Hook there are several hotels and many more restaurants!
It's a good idea to
make reservations for dinner. There's no need
for men to wear a coat and tie, but do put on
a shirt and shoes. Woman can wear skirts, long
pants or nice shorts. Please, no bathing suits in public areas.
Most restaurants accept major credit cards and travelers checks are accepted most places.
There is ample taxi service available during dinner hours and like everywhere else, be sure to discuss the rate before you get into a taxi. Airport to Red Hook by taxi takes 30 minutes in medium traffic. The residents of the islands are english speaking. It's a custom of the island to offer a greeting to locals before you attempt to discuss business or ask questions. Simply say "Good Day" or "Good Evening" and you'll be welcomed everwhere.
Located in Red Hook, St.
Thomas - and visible for its Danish-style red-roofs
- American Yacht Harbor Marina has a 105-slip
capacity 
and two operational fuel docks, metered
water and electric and telephone at every slip.
A dive shop, 5 restaurants, ice cream shop, video rental store, bank, bait and tackle
shop and several luxury stores are located on the AYH property.
AYH's high-flying American flag - the largest
in the territory - has come to symbolize not
only the East End's boating center, but shopping
and social hub as well. Monitoring VHF Channel
16. Tel. (340) 775-6454. Fax 776-5970.
AYH's sister marina is the newer Yacht Haven Grand (YHG), dubbed the most luxurious marina in the Caribbean!
Richard Gibson Photo - THE RITZ-CARLTON. A favorite with our anglers! 
The beautiful Ritz-Carlton is located on the eastern end of St. Thomas, 8 minutes away from the marinas and tournament headquarters. Nestled within a 30-acre estate, this luxury Caribbean resort overlooks the sparkling turquoise waters and white-sand beaches. At the Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas, guests can explore the underwater world, enjoy gourmet dining and exceptional levels of personalized service. Giving back the tournament participants and the community, the Ritz-Carlton is the sponsor of the popular "Full Moon Party" held on the tournament's lay day. Tel. (340) 775-3333. Visit the Ritz-Carlton's web site:go there
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Neptune Fishing Supplies is the best-stocked tackle shop in the Caribbean! When it's needed, you can depend on owner Stewart Loveland and his crew to find it or to somehow get it!
There is also plenty of fresh bait - minnows to mackeral - you’ll find what you need!
A BVI fishing license is required!
V.I. Game Fishing Club The V.I. Game Fishing Club (VIGFC) is located in Red Hook (eastern end of St. Thomas). The clubhouse is just a stones throw from the American Yacht Harbor marina. The roots of the club date back to the mid-sixties when it's founders realized the potential of big game fishing in these waters. The VIGFC proudly owns it's own club facility and it's members are very active in their community. 
- Capt. Jim Estraca Black Pearl is an awarding winning 38' Bertram sportfisher captained by Capt. Jim Estraca. Black Pearl specializes in marlin fishing and affords it's clients an excellent opportunity to compete in tournaments. Black Pearl is is available for all tournaments. 
- Owned and operated by Capt. Don Mertens who custom built the vessel himself.
Capt. Mertens has been fishing the waters of the Virgin Islands for three decades and if there is a marlin, wahoo or tuna out there - he'll find it! Bluefin II is located at American Yacht Harbor's "P" dock. Telephone (340) 775-6691. 
- Capt. Red Bailey. Mention the name Abigail III and fishermen will tell you that Capt. Bailey is one of the best in the business! "Red" as he is better known has been fishing the waters of the Virgin Islands for over 40 years and knows the marlin on a first name basis! Note in the photo left that the blue marlin seem to follow him around! Abigail III is located at the Sapphire Beach Marina and just a 3 minute drive from Red Hook. Capt. Red has taken his clients straight to the top in many tournaments!
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