You may want to consider a trip to the Baths on Virgin Gorda.There is a company called Linnous (sp). We have taken friends who have come with us a few times. All have really enjoyed the day. I'm sure you can find the info .
The trip cost about $100.00/pp. You may find it cheaper with a larger group.
Trip includes all food and drinks, snorkeling gear and a great crew.

I'll stick in my $.02 regarding whether to go to St. John, I'd say yes, you're so close, seems a shame to miss it. They have taxis, actually pickup trucks with seating in the back, probably need 2 for a group that size. Since you'd have the whole thing, see about working a deal, go to one of the north shore beaches (Trunk or Cinammon are large with some amenities), then head for Coral Bay to lunch (or lunch and then beach, depending on timing), and by taking Centerline one way and north shore road the other you get the island tour along the way.

I would also second the trip to the Baths, depending on how deep the pockets are and what all else you have planned.

trevad

When my son lived in STT a few years ago, he had a friend who was in the Concierge trade. They specialized in that type of thing you are planning. Her name is Jamie, but for the life of me I cannot remember her last name. I can find out if you are interested, but to suffice it to say you could chat with her and she definitely would know the ends and outs of moving a group from point a to b, group discounts, and where 16 high school seniors probably should not be at a specific time in STT.

Bless you for doing this. I have played chaperone on trips like this in my younger years, and every time I came closer to understanding the phrase, “It is like trying to herd a bunch of cats” My son lives in Alaska now, but should be chatting with him in the next day or two.

I think you would have difficulty taking these kids out of the US into the BVIs.

You're right, our School Board won't let us go anywhere that requires a passport. We have to stay on U.S. land. I would love to see the Baths. I was disappointed we weren't allowed to do that.

That would be so great, if you had an email address for her I would love to get some advice. We've worked with these kids for the last two years, raising money doing all kinds of things to pay for their prom and their Senior trip. It's been fun, and we are excited about the trip. However, I am a little nervous and want to do all I can to make sure everyone is safe and everything goes smoothly. Your help will be oh sooooooo appreciated!

I will track her down and get an email for her. I found her card but I think she works on her own now. It had her personal cell - not sure that is good plan to post 🙂 - Give me a day or two.

The key is going to be to keep those kids moving.
There are plenty of things that can go wrong
And there are plenty of things that go right

The first usually happens when the sun goes down in STT
and when the sun is up go for it - That is where the fun is!

Bolongo Bay has a Caribbean show and dinner that might be fun for your group. And they have Iggies which is a casual beach front restaurant; they have Karaoke a couple nights.

Magens - Nice beach for swimming. They have some non-motorized water sports like kayaks and paddle boats. About a mile long, so nice for walking along the shore. Here is some rate information for Magens Bay:
Paddle Boats are $30/hr
Double Kayaks – $25/hr
Single Kayaks - $20/hr
Sunfish - $35/hr (2 people)
Lounge Chairs - $6 ($5 deposit)
Beach Chairs $4 ($5 deposit)
Floats - $7 ($10 deposit)
There is food/drinks; pizza, sandwiches that type of stuff. Actually you might want to get a couple coolers. Stop by Cost U Less at the start of your trip and pick up sodas, juice, bottled water and snacks to have on hand; and take some of these things with you when you do beach days.

Check out St. John for a day. I remember you said you were renting vans. Some agencies allow you to take their vehicles to St. John others do not. There is a car barge between St. Thomas and St. John. The plus there is that you have transportation. The minus is if you need road side assistance your car rental company is on another island.

If trying to visit St. John economically you could take the passenger ferry over, look around Cruz Bay, visit the National Park Visitor Center and do the Lind Point trail which starts right behind the Visitor Center and goes to Honeymoon Beach and Caneel Bay. Both are beautiful beaches. You could then hike back to Cruz Bay. An FYI, there is a side trail to Salomon; public nudity is illegal but it used to be overlooked there before the National Park started issuing tickets but some folks still take a chance.

To see more of St. John take a taxi tour and do a beach stop. Look into Cinnamon Bay; nice beach, food/drink, restrooms, snorkeling is good, there are non-motorized water sports for rent, there is a sugar plantation ruin with self guided hiking trail.

Paradise Point sunset party is fun. You might contact them and see if they have group discounts for the tram ride.

Coral World takes a couple hours to leisurely visit without doing any of the extra stuff they offer like the helmet dive. Coki is right next door and has good snorkeling.

Red Hook is the main commercial area for the East End. The ferry dock is there, marinas, stores, gas station, restaurants, bars, offices.

Here is a VI concierge site/business you could check out: http://www.vivacationplanner.com/

Note on full beach days, or even walking around downtown and hiking. Very easy to get a sunburn in a short period of time. Hat, sunblock, sunglasses and drink lots of water. 😉

--Islander

trevad

talked to the boy and he has lost track. cell number did not work
So it appears that Islander gave you a great place to start
of course besides this board...

trevad: Another St John idea is the Reef Bay Trail with the Park Service. You might be able to arrange a customized private tour with your crowd. It is very educational- flora, fauna and history... Call the Park Service office 340-776-6201. You take a safari from Cruz Bay to the top of the trail, hike down with a ranger, see the petroglyphs, the ruins of a sugar plantation, a swim in the ocean and return by boat to Cruz Bay. One of my top 10 things to do in the VI!