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Ship’s Docking:	The Disney Magic typically will dock at Havensight, the primary dock for cruise ships. Havensight is about a mile and a half from the capital city of Charlotte Amalie. If more than six ships call on St. Thomas in one day, your ship could be anchored in the harbor; the tenders will drop you in the heart of Charlotte Amalie.

St. Thomas is one of the world's most heavily trafficked cruise ports. Its lofty popularity is earned because St. Thomas offers something for just about everyone (and it's an island that can accommodate a huge, daily population influx). Its duty-free shopping scene is relatively unparalleled -- and because St. Thomas is an American port, U.S. travelers get an extra duty-free allowance from customs (as of 2007, duty-free exemptions are at $1,600 -- twice that of Europe). Other on-the-beaten-track sites include the world-famous beach at Magens Bay and a scenic tram ride to a mountaintop.

But it's also amazingly easy to find some respite from the inevitable crowds by exploring St. Thomas' quieter, more undiscovered side -- a lovely historic district, trips to Water Island (the recently designated fourth Virgin Island), north shore beaches and fabulous restaurants in Frenchtown; it is also an easy jaunt via 20-minute ferry to tranquil St. John. Even Red Hook, which is traditionally thought of as nothing more than the jumping-off point for the far more stunning St. John, has local character (you'll see residents of St. Thomas engaged in everyday life activities) that's a far cry from Charlotte Amalie's shopping mall vibe. Just taking local transportation to the eastern end of the island will have you feeling a modicum of emotional distance from the hectic pier.