The Westin St. John has announced its newest phase of fractional villas, and the Ritz continues it’s gorgeous expansion, too!

Our offices are just across the bay from St. John, at Red Hook, St. Thomas. So, we are fortunate to be able to catch the St. John Ferry from American Yacht Harbor any day we want to visit this treasure of a National Park.  On St. John, the Westin St. John Resort & Villas is opening their newest opportunity of fractional ownership with the Bay Vista phase overlooking Great Cruz Bay, and is expanding the ownership opportunities at one of the most popular resorts in the Caribbean. ( You do remember my other top Caribbean Islands from past postings, don’t you? )

This newest phase includes 54 units - 22 two-bedroom, eight two-bedroom lofts, and 24 three-bedrooms. Some of the highlights of the Westin - St. John are; a beautiful pool overlooking the Caribbean with a really fun pool bar; waterslide and Jacuzzi; a fabulous spa facility; a kids club; grocery store/market; tennis facilities; plus, several great restaurants. The actual condos have; stunning views of the Caribbean; a washer/dryer; balcony; flat screen TV, DVD, Hi-speed wireless internet; oven; microwave; and a dishwasher.

“St. John is one of our most popular destinations in the Caribbean, and this resort is considered one of the most beautiful mixed-use resorts in the region,” said Sergio Rivera, president, real estate development, Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide. “This resort has among the strongest demand for owners, and we are excited to add another 54 luxury villas in this spectacular setting.”  The plan is for them to add an additional 1,600 new villas at their U.S., Hawaii, Mexico, and the Caribbean. Starwood Vacation Ownership will have more than 6,000 villas in total upon the final completion of the announced resorts.In addition to what the Westin St. John is doing with their expansion, the Ritz Carlton Residence Club at Red Hook, St. Thomas is also in the midst of expanding their 5-star Residence resort on one of the many beautiful Caribbean beaches.  Remember, deeded fractional ownership of a Club Residence can cost millions of dollars less than owning a traditional second home directly on the beach.

Ritz-Carlton Club Membership prices currently range from $144,000 to $530,000 per interest, based on location and residence type. The Ritz Residence Clubs truly deliver one of the best second home experiences you could ever imagine. We have stayed at the one on St. Thomas many times and we always feel very pampered before or after a sailing adventure.  Also, they have Clubs in the U.S., and Hawaii.  So, contact us regarding either of these fractional deeded ownership opportunities - St. John Westin, and St. Thomas Ritz Carlton.  And, don’t forget your sun screen.  It is around 85 degrees down here everyday. Until next time… I am off to Barbados to check out the Crane Resort.  I will report back.