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Honest notes from the East End.

Latest · Itinerary

A relaxed seven-day plan for the East End — beach days, empty preserve sand, a round of golf, and a morning in Christiansted.

Outdoors · April 18, 2026

Two of the island's most beautiful beaches sit inside a protected preserve you can only reach on foot. Here's how to do it.

The water · April 5, 2026

The reef in front of the villa keeps the water calm and the fish close. What to expect, and the one thing to pack.

Outdoors · March 28, 2026

The easternmost point in the United States is a few minutes away — and it catches the country's first light.

The island · March 15, 2026

History, a working harbor, and a boardwalk lined with lunch — the island's Danish town is about fifteen minutes away.

Good to know · March 2, 2026

Provisioning, a private chef, and the well-stocked kitchen guests keep raving about. How to arrive to a full fridge.

The villa · February 20, 2026

Shade at midday, the best seat at sunset, and an outdoor kitchen a few steps away. The deck is the real living room.

Good to know · February 8, 2026

How one villa sleeps twelve without anyone feeling on top of each other — main house, guest cottage, and a loft.

The villa · January 24, 2026

The villa faces east on purpose. What that means for your coffee, and why returning guests remember it first.

Good to know · January 10, 2026

No passport, U.S. dollars, and a short flight from the mainland. The practical basics for planning your trip.

The Cerulean

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