Understanding the Shake: Earthquake Activity in the USVI

  On April 16, the Virgin Islands experienced a mild wake-up call—a 5.4 magnitude earthquake just north of the region. While tremors were felt across the USVI and neighboring islands, no damage was reported and life on St. John quickly returned to its usual pace...

Honoring Earth Month: Celebrating the Work of Friends of Virgin Islands National Park

Honoring Earth Month: Celebrating the Work of Friends of Virgin Islands National Park At Islandia | Christie’s International Real Estate, we believe that living and working on St. John is not just a privilege but also a responsibility. In recognition of Earth Month and Earth...

Lighting Up St. John: Supporting the St. John Cancer Fund

  At Islandia | Christie’s International Real Estate, we are committed not only to celebrating the beauty of St. John but also to supporting the people who make this island special. That’s why we are proud to participate once again in Light Up the Night—a...

Why Vacation in St. John When You Can Call It Home?

Two breathtaking beaches, Trunk Bay and Honeymoon Beach, have recently been named among the best in the Caribbean by the 2025 USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice travel awards. Trunk Bay Beach secured the fourth spot, while Honeymoon Beach came in seventh. This recognition highlights...

Resources for Residents Buying their First Home

Attention first-time home buyers! The VI Housing Authority has introduced a program called “VI Slice” to assist residents with purchasing their first home.  As a first home buyer the program is equipped to offer up to $200,000 assistance to qualifying buyers.  If you...

Off the Beaten Path – A Walk Through History

Located on the north side of the Island of Saint John in the Virgin Islands National Park you will find Annaberg Ruins, the 18th century ruins of Annaberg Sugar Plantation. While the Annaberg Ruins evoke a sense of awe with their picturesque setting and architectural remnants,...

The Legacy of Kaleidoscope Villa

In 1952 Laurence Rockefeller purchased 2/3 of St John, US Virgin Islands. In 1969 he sold off the Ditleff Point Peninsula to some colleagues - about the same time he was developing famous Caneel Bay Resort on the Northshore of the island. Rockefeller encouraged "Architectural...

Casanita on St. John

View to Friis Bay The translation for Casanita in Spanish is "nice house." Nice house and so much more is what you will find with this 3 bed 3 bath home in Coral Bay, Estate St. Quacco & Zimmerman, St. John, USVI. This well built home has stunning water views...

St. John Land for Sale At Every Price Range

St. John Land for Sale As housing inventory on St. John slims down, many prospective buyers are leaning into the idea of building. After all, building a custom home means everything is done the way YOU want it! So far land sales are up 57% this year and the sales volume is up...

Starter Home Under $500K! – 10-27-4B Carolina

1 of ONLY 2 Homes Under $500K! Can you believe this charming Caribbean cottage is one of only two homes listed for sale below $500K in St. John right now!? What makes 10-27-4B Carolina so special you ask? Well, besides the incredible views and unbeatable location central...