St. Thomas Information

Trip Information and Resources



A reminder that the third and final payment installment of $1,150 is due by Wednesday, January 15th.

Please remember that payments are non-refundable.

If you have any questions about the trip, please contact Mrs. Frydberg.

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Trip Details

Sunday, February 16, 2025 - Thursday, February 20, 2025

Casa De Petrus Villas - St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands

Chapperoned by Mr. Tobacco, Mrs. Frydberg, and other Monsignor Farrell Faculty.

Depart and return from Newark Liberty International Airport for St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands (students and parents are responsible for their own transportation to and from Newark).

 

About Casa De Petrus Villas

We will have the entire Casa De Petrus Villas to ourselves.  
 
Two students per room with a shared king or queen bed and private bathroom.
 
Casa De Petrus Villas is a multi-villa Caribbean compound that sleeps 24 guests - 12 Bedrooms, 12 Beds, and 12 Bathrooms with a pickleball and basketball court.
 
Expansive windows and doors ensure captivating sunrise and sunset backdrops of the Caribbean Sea.
 
The villa resort is comprised of 3 distinct and separate villas, each designed with 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, a resort-like waterfall or swim-up private pool to the master bedroom, and all the trappings of a 5-star resort, including an outdoor recreational facility that has a pickleball and a basketball court as well as a cornhole and giant tic-tac-toe board.
 
All villas are fully air-conditioned. Additionally, there is a backup generator on site.

This island oasis is perched on Cabrita Point Peninsula, the easternmost point on St. Thomas and overlooks the Ritz-Carlton Hotel and St. James Islands. 


Reminders

  • Passports/ID

While a passport is not required, we strongly recommend that each student has a valid US passport.

US citizens do not need a passport to travel to St. Thomas in the US Virgin Islands. However, they must carry proof of citizenship and a valid government-issued photo ID. Acceptable documents include:

1. **Proof of Citizenship**: This can be a certified birth certificate or a Certificate of Naturalization.

2. **Government-Issued Photo ID**: Such as a driver's license or state ID card.

 

  • Optional Third-Party Travel Insurance

Monsignor Farrell High School strongly encourages all who are participating in the Marine Biology Society Research Trip to St. Thomas, USVI, to independently seek and secure travel insurance.

Travel insurance is an essential safeguard against unforeseen circumstances that may impact your ability to participate in the trip. We recommend the following three respected travel insurance providers for your consideration:

 

Travel Guard by AIG

www.travelguard.com

Phone:1-800-826-1300

 

Allianz Global Assistance

www.allianztravelinsurance.com

Phone: 1-866-884-3556

 

Travelex Insurance Services

www.travelexinsurance.com

Phone: 1-800-228-9792


 


Trip Itinerary

 (subject to change)

Sunday, February 16th

5:00 am: Arrive at Newark Liberty International Airport

7:00 am: Depart for St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands Cyril E. King Airport

12:04 pm: Land at Cyril E. King Airport, St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands

1:00 pm: Board charter bus

2:00 pm: Lunch at Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville 

3:30 pm: Check into Casa De Petrus Villas, drop off bags

4:00 pm: Board charter bus

4:30 pm: Sky Ride to Paradise Point

6:30 pm: Depart Paradise Point

7:00 pm: Dinner at Sun & Sea Bar and Grill

 

Monday, February 17th

7:45 am: Board charter bus

8:00 am: Arrive at Coral World Ocean Park

8:15 am: Breakfast at The Beach Café

9:30 am: Shark Talk

10:00 am: Dolphin Talk

10:20 am: Shark Encounter

11:00 am: Sea Lion Presentation

11:30 am: Caribbean Reef Encounter

Noon: Lunch at The Shark Bar

2:00 pm: Dolphin Splash and Swim and Sea Lion Encounter

4:00 pm: Depart Coral World Ocean Park

4:15 pm: Arrive at Casa De Petrus Villas, change clothes

5:00 pm: Board charter bus

5:30 pm: Arrive at VI Jet Boat Tours 

6:30 pm: Board charter bus

7:00 pm: Arrive at Casa De Petrus Villas, shower/change for dinner

8:00 pm: Board charter bus

8:15 pm: Dinner at Sudi’s Caribbean Bar & Grille

 

Tuesday, February 18th

8:00 am: Breakfast

9:00 am: Board charter bus to Red Hook

10:00 am: Board ferry to St. John

10:45 am: Arrive at Cruz Bay, St. John

11:00 am: Lind Point Trail hiking

1:00 pm: Lunch at The Longboard  

3:00 pm Depart for the beach (Salomon or Hawksnest)

5:00 pm: Return to Cruz Bay

6:00 pm: Dinner at High Tide Bar & Seafood Grill

8:00 pm: Board ferry to St. Thomas

8:45 pm: Board charter bus to return to Casa De Petrus Villas

 

Wednesday, February 19th

9:45 am: Board charter bus

10:00 am: Arrive at Margaritaville

10:30 am: Snorkel Cat All-Inclusive Adventure (breakfast and lunch included)

3:30 pm: Arrive back at Margaritaville

4:00 pm: Board charter bus to Casa De Petrus Villas

4:15 pm: Relax and unwind, enjoy the pool at Casa De Petrus Villas

5:30 pm: Either a guest speaker at Casa De Petrus Villas or Environmental Learning Outside the Classroom activities 

7:30 pm: Dinner TBD

9:30 pm: Board charter bus back to Casa De Petrus Villas

 

Thursday, February 20th

7:30 am: Pack for home

8:30 am: Breakfast

9:30 am: Board charter bus

10:00 am: Arrive at Pirate Treasure Museum 

11:30 am: Board charter bus to Cyril E. King Airport. *Lunch at airport is not included in trip price.

2:00 pm: Flight departs for Newark Liberty International Airport (actual flight time is subject to change)

6:00 pm: Arrive at Newark Liberty International Airport 


 


Refund Policy

Monsignor Farrell High School will not refund any funds received for the Marine Biology Society Research Trip to St. Thomas, USVI, under any circumstances. This includes, but is not limited to the following situations:

  1. If a student is not in good standing with the Dean's Office.
  2. If a student is not in financial good standing with the Office of the Bursar.
  3. If the school must rescind an invitation to a student for any reason.

Participants are responsible for ensuring they meet all the necessary requirements and maintain good standing throughout the process.

By participating in this trip, you acknowledge and agree to this policy. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in adhering to these guidelines to ensure a smooth and successful experience for all involved.