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There are several good beaches within striking (if not walking) distance of Charlotte Amalie. On the north side of the island, the mile-long sandy stretch of Magens Bay Beach (US$3 per car) on Route 35 is the island's longest beach and is almost always included in lists of the world's best beaches. Protected by two dramatic peninsulas (the one to the east is the upmarket area of Peterborg where the rich and famous like Michael Jordan own homes), it's the perfect beach for swimming and sunbathing, though the snorkelling isn't up to much. There's a grill serving sandwiches, pizza and burgers, and waitresses in bikinis walk the beach taking drink orders. On your way out, hit Udder Delights for one of their famous milkshakes. Round the peninsula to the west, Hull Bay Beach , also on Route 37, is a favourite with the locals, especially surfers who ride the choppy waves rolling in from the Atlantic. In the distance you can see Inner and Outer Brass, two cays that are part of the US Virgin Islands. Larry's Hideaway on the road in provides hot grub, drinks and the occasional live band. Beaches on the south side of the island aren't as good but are easy to get to. Brewers Bay Beach , on Route 30, three miles west of town, is fairly unpopulated, except for students from the nearby University and has a few snack trucks, while Morningstar Beach at Marriott Frenchman's Reef , on Route 315 one mile south of Havensight, is the closest and easiest to access from Charlotte Amalie. On the waterfront at Charlotte Amalie, look for the small ferry called The Reefer , which provides access throughout the day (make sure to ask time of last return trip) for US$3 each way. Back on Route 30 and two miles east, Bolongo Beach , surrounded by the Bolongo Bay Beach Club and Resort , offers grill grub, frozen drinks and pick-up volleyball games.
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