Trivia in U.S. Virgin Islands

Learn fascinating facts and trivia about this country

Americas / Caribbean

National symbols

Flag: Island flag with a golden eagle on white background, "V I" letters, and the U.S. coat of arms on the eagle's chest.

U.S. Virgin Islands Flag

Emblem: Golden eagle and shield following the U.S. coat of arms.

U.S. Virgin Islands Emblem

Trivia & facts

  • Only left-hand traffic in U.S. territories.
  • Larger duty-free allowance than U.S. mainland, famous as a shopping paradise.
  • Easternmost Point Udall is the first sunrise spot in the U.S.
  • Island name originates from Columbus naming after the legend of St. Ursula's virgins.
  • Virgin Islands National Park protects 75% combined land and sea underwater.
  • One of the Caribbean's top cruise ports with over 400 ships annually.
  • Local dialect is English-based Virgin Islands Creole.
  • Cruzan rum brand distillery tours popular.
  • Mail uses U.S. Postal Service (USPS) directly.
  • Hurricane Maria (2017) caused severe damage; recovery support continues.

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