Welcome to our Transportation category — your essential guide to getting around while you travel. Whether you’re navigating ferries, flights, buses, cars, or local transit systems, these tips and insights help you move with confidence and ease from point A to point B.
From understanding island connections and ferry routes to planning airport transfers, rental vehicles, public transit, and other transportation options, this category breaks down practical advice and smart strategies to save time, reduce stress, and make your travel smoother wherever you go.
Plan Caribbean island hopping by ferry with a practical regional guide to Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, St. Martin, the French Caribbean, the Grenadines, The Bahamas, Trinidad and Tobago, and routes where flying is the better option.
Verified August 2026: New Horizon Ferry continues to operate daily West End–Jost Van Dyke service. Current published departures include West End at 8:00, 10:00, 1:00, 4:00 and 6:00, with Great Harbour returns at 7:00, 9:00, 12:00, 2:00 and 5:00. Fares and schedules can change, so verify directly with the operator before travel.
Verified August 2026: Inter Island Boat Services currently lists St. Thomas–Jost Van Dyke service on Sunday, Tuesday and Friday, with Red Hook departure at 7:30 a.m., Cruz Bay at 8:00 a.m., and Great Harbour return at 3:30 p.m. Travelers should arrive at least 45 minutes early and verify live schedules before travel. For BVI entry, use only the official free ED-card portal at BVIEDCARD.GOV.VG.
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Verified August 2026: The main public ferry between St. Martin and Anguilla operates between Marigot on the French side of St. Martin and Blowing Point, Anguilla. Travelers arriving at SXM should plan a ground transfer to Marigot rather than assume the public ferry leaves from the airport area. Verify current departure times with the official Anguilla ferry information before travel.
Updated August 2026: Ceiba Ferry Terminal is the main departure point for public ferries to Vieques and Culebra. Arrive about one hour early when possible, remember boarding typically closes 10 minutes before departure, and confirm live Puerto Rico ferry schedules before travel.
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Updated August 2026: St. Thomas–Tortola ferry routes remain active, but schedules can change. For BVI entry, use only the official free ED-card portal at BVIEDCARD.GOV.VG; the BVI government has warned travelers about fraudulent websites charging for the card. Verify ferry times directly with operators before travel.