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Magens BayvsTrunk Bay Beach
Both are rated very highly by professionals. Overall, Trunk Bay is preferred by most writers compared to Magens Bay. Trunk Bay has a TripExpert Score of 87 with accolades from 3 reviews like Fodor's, Travel + Leisure and Lonely Planet.
Magens Bay
Fodor's
Lonely Planet
U.S. News & World Report
St. Thomas
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Fodor's "Deeded to the island as a public park, this heart-shape stretch of white sand is considered one of the most beautiful in the world." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"The sugary mile that fringes heart-shaped Magens Bay makes almost every travel publication’s list of beautiful beaches." Full review
U.S. News & World Report3.0
"There's no beach on St. Thomas that's as celebrated as Magens Bay...this north coast beach could potentially be the most photogenic and swimmable shore of the Virgin Islands." Full review
Trunk Bay Beach Fodor's
Travel + Leisure Lonely Planet U.S. News & World Report
Independent
Virgin Islands National Park, St. John
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Fodor's "St. John's most-photographed beach is also the preferred spot for beginning snorkelers because of its underwater trail." Full review
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(Cruise-ship passengers interested in snorkeling for a day flock here, so if you're looking for seclusion, arrive early or later in the day.)
Travel + Leisure "Visitors shouldn’t miss the snorkeling trail... with plaques on the ocean floor identifying different types of coral and fish." Full review
Lonely Planet "The sandy stretch is scenic, but it often gets packed." Full review
U.S. News & World Report2.0
"To some, Trunk Bay is the Mecca of beaches. You'll be hard-pressed to find another Caribbean beach with sand quite so pearly or water so aquamarine...maintains its otherworldly serenity " Full review
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I recommend going early in the morning.
Independent "Voters loved Trunk Bay, St Johns, for its natural feel, clear waters and hot climate – the average annual temperature in the US Virgin Islands is 27.3C."
