ST THOMAS — For more than 50 years, Mountain Top has been the premier tourist attraction on St. Thomas and the reason is clear! Guests are captivated by the stunning panoramic views of over 15 neighboring islands from its expansive observation deck perched 1500 feet above sea level. As the highest accessible point on the island, this world-famous destination draws visitors from every corner of the globe, excited to see its stunning scenery firsthand, shop for souvenirs and sip on the legendary banana daiquiri.
Stationary maps are strategically positioned throughout the site for easy identification of Magens Bay, Hans Lollik, Little Tobago, Jost Van Dyke, Tortola, St. John, Thatch Cay, and other neighboring islands. The roundabout area features several life-size pirate statues in various poses which make for great photo opportunities. In the center of the roundabout is a gigantic replica of a classic Cruzan Rum bottle. In additional to the spectacular views, Mountain Top is home one of the island’s largest duty-free shopping areas. Visitors can find almost anything they’re looking for – from locally made crafts and souvenirs, quality sportswear, swimwear, luxury items like jewelry and locally made spirits like Cruzan Rum.
No visit to Mountain Top is complete without trying the world-famous banana daiquiri, which is said to have been invented here in the 1950s by a British sea captain. Captain George Soule set sail throughout the Caribbean on a quest to find the ultimate Caribbean cocktail. Mixing Cruzan Rum, fresh bananas, sugar cane extract, lime juice and a homemade secret banana liqueur, Capt. Soule created the now world-famous Banana Daiquiri. This refreshing cocktail has become a must for visitors seeking to cool down while enjoying the refreshing island breeze at the famous site. To date, over 7 million daiquiris have been sold with no chance of slowing down anytime soon. FUN FACT: The world-famous banana daiquiris at Mountain Top are made exclusively with Cruzan Rum.
World Famous Mountain Top is open seven days a week from 9am to 5pm and there is no admission fee to visit the site. To learn more about this top-rated attraction, visit their website at www.mountaintopvi.com or call 340.774.2400.
Written by Anquanette Gaspard
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