After posting historically low flights from Grand Rapids to St. Thomas back on 12/28, it now looks like prices have fallen out of Traverse City as well.
You can currently find roundtrip flights from Traverse City (TVC) to St. Thomas (STT) on United for $424 for travel in February.
This is a new low on this route, which has historically been priced at $700+!
If you’ve been dreaming about trading lake-effect snow for turquoise water, this is about as good as it gets from Northern Michigan.
Why St. Thomas Works So Well in Winter
Easy travel
St. Thomas is a U.S. Virgin Island, which means U.S. currency, U.S. cell service, and no customs line on the way home.
Perfect weather
Expect daytime highs in the mid-80s, low humidity, and warm ocean temperatures all winter.
Great beaches + views
Magens Bay is consistently ranked among the best beaches in the Caribbean, and the island’s hills create stunning overlooks everywhere you go.
Relaxed Caribbean vibe
Beach bars, casual waterfront dining, sunset sails, and a wide range of resorts and condos.
A Gateway to Even Better Island-Hopping
One of St. Thomas’ biggest advantages is its proximity to quieter, more off-the-beaten-path islands.
St. John
Just 10–15 minutes away by ferry, St. John is over 60% national park land, with incredible snorkeling and a much slower pace.
How to get there:
Ferries run frequently from Red Hook (St. Thomas) to Cruz Bay (St. John).
British Virgin Islands
For travelers looking for something more adventurous:
Virgin Gorda (The Baths)
Jost Van Dyke (iconic beach bars)
Tortola (mountain views and uncrowded beaches)
How to get there:
International ferries run from St. Thomas to Tortola, with easy ferry connections between BVI islands.
The Flights
