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@atassaro4 жыл бұрын
I was there while in the Navy in 1963 and had the whole beach to myself!
@sherylwilliams16725 жыл бұрын
Beautiful water and so nice hearing from Amanda.
@JoshRachael8 ай бұрын
Heading to St Thomas in January on Icon of the Seas looks like Magen’s Bay will need to be a stop
@SayHiToMatthew8 ай бұрын
Yeah! Let me know what you think of it. Have fun
@johnphantom4 жыл бұрын
Feed any iguanas you run into with hibiscus flowers, red ones especially, that's why if you're wearing red they might come up to you and try to chew on your shirt. My best friend's dad owned the largest dump truck on St. Thomas during the time they were moving the Eastern mountain to off the Western end of the runway extending it. His driver was dropping a load off the end, lost control and jumped out just in time to see it sink into the end of the runway. Time, resources, etc dictated that they just keep going. So when you land there, you are landing on a dump truck. My family of 6 including 2 of my grandparents were scheduled on the American Airlines flight that crashed on the island in 1976 running into a Shell gas station at the end of the short runway. My mom had a dream, and rescheduled us for a week earlier with all the work and changes made for dad's 3 stores to run for 2 weeks. We were at Magens when it crashed. A call went out for the 2nd most rare blood, AB-, which my father had. My dad said he wasn't taking time out from his vacation to donate blood. Read the karma my dad died to on that island 14 years after that crash, in this book with links below. I've probably been on more cruise ships than anyone reading this, yet never been on a cruise. My dad ran a ship chandlery that had a monopoly on selling liquor to the cruise ships in the early '80s, that I used to spend my afternoons after school doing my homework at, that was located at the last building on the Havensite dock (has Senior Frogs painted on its roof). After growing up on the island and starting when I was 17 in late 1986, we used to roam Charlotte Amalie downtown streets at night bar hopping Coconuts, Rosie O'Grady's, The Ritz, Yesterdays, then to the Greenhouse at 10pm for the current live band, when everyone was partying in the islands. Since the bars closed at 2 AM we would go out to steal cars, usually rentals, and race across the island, afterward sometimes stripping them for parts. I've floored it in a brand new 1987 Accord LXi from the Fort all the way to Frenchtown one night easily doing 100mph, which was not unusual to do with stolen cars but sometimes done even with the ones we sort of cared about. One night I was with a few locals and we got pulled over for racing into Frenchtown. The cop went to arrest one of us and he started skipping around the car in a circle repeatedly singing, "Haha you can't catch me!" to the cop. He made it a couple times around the car and we had to bail him out that night. I hold the record for most boats stolen in one night while alone; three - I took them to a birthday party. Would you like to read about real modern pirates based out of St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands taking place in the end of the cocaine fueled '80s? "THE REAL PARADISE: Diary of a Modern-Day Caribbean Pirate" Paperback: www.amazon.com/dp/1653714360 or Kindle: www.amazon.com/dp/B083C3DD19 (free with Ultimate).
@ChokolateCP032 жыл бұрын
I just went to Megan’s bay beach a few days ago and I thought that was so ghetto they make their guests drag the beach chairs around.. we are supposed to be on vacation lol not working.. I think they should do it like Florida and have the chairs set up already and they have someone man the chairs, and when someone sits in them they go up to them and collect the fee.. so much easier. They can keep track by putting the umbrella up after payment.
@MrZeljko19685 жыл бұрын
Great video. Was in St. Thomas back in 2011. Need to get back there ASAP!
@SayHiToMatthew5 жыл бұрын
Ya!
@jameshiga80775 жыл бұрын
Hi Matthew.Beautiful day to enjoy the beach.Looks like a great place to chill and relax.You weren't kidding when you said you were hungry.Wishing tomorrow will be another great day.Thanks for sharing.
@SayHiToMatthew5 жыл бұрын
lol i'm always hungry
@deepshotone2 жыл бұрын
I thought there was bar and restaurant on Magens bay?? We'll be sailing on Symphony of the Seas in May..
@DeanM9155 жыл бұрын
Damn that water looked beautiful! Especially with the drone view!
@SayHiToMatthew5 жыл бұрын
ya it came it so nice!
@Glovebox874 жыл бұрын
@@SayHiToMatthew hey man, what kind of drone do you use?
@SayHiToMatthew4 жыл бұрын
Matt N this was Mavic Pro 1 but i just got the Mavic Air 2 now!
@ryanhordos10235 жыл бұрын
Megan's Bay, where I was 20 feet from a shark, lots of small fish too...furthest to the right when facing the bay
@SayHiToMatthew5 жыл бұрын
really wow I didn't thing they go there
@williamzavatsky88133 жыл бұрын
Last year I swam with two turtles 🐢 for almost an hour thats my favorite beach ⛱
@SayHiToMatthew3 жыл бұрын
That’s awesome!
@LysetteOne5 жыл бұрын
I’m in awe of your appetite. Burrito, two burgers, fries, half a pizza and then get ready for dinner. 🌯🍕🍔🍔🍟
@SayHiToMatthew5 жыл бұрын
Haha i love food
@doubleu10175 жыл бұрын
I love St Thomas! Coki beach is good for snorkeling on your own. 🐠🐟🐡
@SayHiToMatthew5 жыл бұрын
I was going to go there if i didn't go here
@spjw25665 жыл бұрын
I'm curious about that buffet now...🤔
@JulieWallis1963 Жыл бұрын
Oh gosh. I’m at St Thomas in 2023, Magens bay is must view beach. How easy was it to get a taxi back to the port? Did you prebook it? I’m traveling with my adult daughter, so am a little anxious.
@SayHiToMatthew Жыл бұрын
it was very easy. I think they have them waiting there if I remember correctly
@ayanajones75055 жыл бұрын
Once and relaxing day
@dorkietita39342 жыл бұрын
Beautiful beach and such clear waters!
@stevenlapidus59395 жыл бұрын
It is always amazing to watch you eat. You and my friend Brian would get a long well with all the food you end up eating.
@SayHiToMatthew5 жыл бұрын
Lol food is life
@liznavarro99485 жыл бұрын
Very beautiful beach. Love how clear the water is. Thank you both for sharing.
@SayHiToMatthew5 жыл бұрын
So nice!
@dewaynewestmoreland37734 жыл бұрын
I want to visit St Thomas as well. Seems amazing. Only Caribbean island I've been too is Curacao.
@MWAHAHAHAHA4145 жыл бұрын
Great footage on Megan Bay. Just wish they had more food and drink options there. The Skyride to Paradise Point right by the cruise port is cool too. But you had similar views coming home from the beach.
@SayHiToMatthew5 жыл бұрын
Ya they could use more food there but over all amazing
@skpatke2 жыл бұрын
Matthew - How long did you spend at the beach? What would you suggest the minimum to enjoy it? Thanks!
@Tapout19875 жыл бұрын
The beach was beautiful! I went to a beach that was part of some Marriott hotel. Cant remember the name. Ship looks pretty old. I went on the Norwegian Escape.
@ducheau1005 жыл бұрын
they say secret sands is best beach on St. Thomas but TBH this looks better. You didn't want to take shore excursion to St. John and see Trunk Bay? It's been a life long dream of mine to see it.
@SayHiToMatthew5 жыл бұрын
Didn’t even know about that maybe next time
@ryanhordos10235 жыл бұрын
I so want to hit up a cruise again, this was my favorite cruise by far, molten lava cake for the win, buffet only for breakfast
@SayHiToMatthew5 жыл бұрын
Ya very true. I only had it for breakfast
@rich56ca5 жыл бұрын
Great shots, especially the drone video. Was in St Thomas a few years back on a cruise and went to Magen’s Bay. Did you see the iguanas? A lot of them on the beach when we were there, but you’re not supposed to feed them. Also have pics from that viewpoint you stopped at. Great port.
@SayHiToMatthew5 жыл бұрын
Thanks! I didn't see any iguanas here.
@pghrpg40655 жыл бұрын
I was at Magens Bay about 7 years ago, and it was much busier. Anyway, I was disappointed by the lack of a bad pun, LOL.
@SayHiToMatthew5 жыл бұрын
lol sorry
@Siora-sp2do5 жыл бұрын
Beautiful day🏝
@Ivy-77885 жыл бұрын
Beautiful beach.
@SayHiToMatthew5 жыл бұрын
So nice!
@wendyjenkins15594 жыл бұрын
Pee in the water and see how fast the fish cover your private 😂 from high up with a drone or helicopter THE BEACH SHAPE LIKE A HEART GO TO COKI BEACH ITS REAL CLEAR TOO.
@mirandaw.172 Жыл бұрын
Did you get there through the cruise organized excursion? Or did you go on your own with the taxi?
@SayHiToMatthew Жыл бұрын
We went on our own
@LivinForChrist905 жыл бұрын
WOW! So Far St. Thomas looks beautiful and Magens beach is amazing and I was surprised at how clear the ocean was and the crowed wasn't bad on the beach since y'all went earlier which was nice to see. Glad to hear the food on the cruise has been good so far overall and that y'all are enjoying the trip. How have you and Amanda been doing and glad she was able to come with you on the trip buddy:)
@SayHiToMatthew5 жыл бұрын
We are great! yeah this beach was amazing thanks
@LivinForChrist905 жыл бұрын
@@SayHiToMatthew That's awesome to hear u and Amanda are great and yeah it was and your welcome buddy:)
@mikeydxer5 жыл бұрын
Once again, another great video! Looking forward to meeting you in Vegas Sept 29th!
@SayHiToMatthew5 жыл бұрын
See you then!
@pippinw18945 жыл бұрын
Great drone views
@sweeney05585 жыл бұрын
GREAT BEACH THANKS
@nucciluv62914 жыл бұрын
were there places to eat at Magens Bay??
@SayHiToMatthew4 жыл бұрын
Ya but not too many options. You can bring some snacks from the ship to.
@MrOneidaman5 жыл бұрын
Beautiful Amanda and Matthew
@dlion96515 жыл бұрын
I live on st.croix the ither island in the us Virgin Islands
@SayHiToMatthew5 жыл бұрын
Very nice
@rollojetson56265 жыл бұрын
That water...................!
@SayHiToMatthew5 жыл бұрын
so perfect
@mattyp9265 жыл бұрын
Outstanding video! Really enjoyed it!!
@SayHiToMatthew5 жыл бұрын
Appreciate that
@jungsaymin5 жыл бұрын
That opening beach shot was 🔥🔥🔥
@SayHiToMatthew5 жыл бұрын
I love it
@lovinggoldens41834 жыл бұрын
How many ships were in that day ? thks
@SayHiToMatthew4 жыл бұрын
I don’t remember seeing any so I think we got really lucky I hear this place get really busy
@candisechase52254 жыл бұрын
This is the day after my birthday
@hectormartinez3205 жыл бұрын
Looks awesome if I ever see u in Vegas guarantee I got way better jokes just hook it up with some doughnuts at your favorite spot going in May
@JoshRaySlots5 жыл бұрын
Really great vlog! That water was so clear!
@SayHiToMatthew5 жыл бұрын
thanks it was amazing
@nickb68325 жыл бұрын
I went on a princess Cruise in April the food was so unimpressive. We ended up eating burgers and pizza just like you.
@SayHiToMatthew5 жыл бұрын
Can't go wrong with that
@nickb68325 жыл бұрын
@@SayHiToMatthew yeah it's kind of bad when you're kind of looking forward to eating some fancy food that you've never tried before. And it's disgusting the buffet and dining room were lame. I still had fun though LOL
@adebruynkops5 жыл бұрын
I saw you eating a guy’s burger! Yum!
@SayHiToMatthew5 жыл бұрын
so good
@loveisherealways42394 жыл бұрын
I live in st.thomas
@MattyP77775 жыл бұрын
I got like #100!!!!!! Haha. Another smooth show my man Matthew!!!!!!
@SayHiToMatthew5 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@robertmaddelena78905 жыл бұрын
Cruise day is fun day. Great place can live there. I settled for florida. Hey lets see your wife Matt.
@apenboo5 жыл бұрын
Beautiful. Great video.
@SayHiToMatthew5 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@robertthompson60915 жыл бұрын
Hey Mathew, what kind of sunglasses are those? Theyre sharp looking.
@SayHiToMatthew5 жыл бұрын
Not sure just a cheap pair I got in Las Vegas after I lost my good ones
@robertthompson60915 жыл бұрын
ok thought they might be Ray Bans
@DeanM9155 жыл бұрын
Nice Binion's shirt!
@SayHiToMatthew5 жыл бұрын
lol thanks
@brandyplascencia1664 жыл бұрын
What drone did you use?
@SayHiToMatthew4 жыл бұрын
Mavic Pro 1
@acoleman37885 жыл бұрын
Lobe your videos going in dec. What drone are you using?
@SayHiToMatthew5 жыл бұрын
Mavic Pro 1
@bryanemmerich49585 жыл бұрын
Another great video.
@SayHiToMatthew5 жыл бұрын
bryan emmerich thanks
@pgutierrez53045 жыл бұрын
Omg soooo freakn beautiful 😍
@SayHiToMatthew5 жыл бұрын
I know I love it!
@Papa5murf15 жыл бұрын
When are u goin to the Buffet on the ship, that's the main thing i want to see lol
@SayHiToMatthew5 жыл бұрын
lol I never got much from the buffet. It was small i didn't find anything I like
@Papa5murf15 жыл бұрын
@@SayHiToMatthew Ah well, good to know!
@randidavidson19505 жыл бұрын
I need to go to there... lol.
@SayHiToMatthew5 жыл бұрын
yuppp
@rontsumura6675 жыл бұрын
When is Vegas Matt ?
@SayHiToMatthew5 жыл бұрын
Ron Tsumura September 26
@captainbirch5 жыл бұрын
Hey man, You came to my neighborhood! Next time come to Water Island. Just a short ferry ride from ST THOMAS. TripAdvisor.com number one Beach Bar and grill Dinghys. Great Video buddy!👍😁
@SayHiToMatthew5 жыл бұрын
next time i will come there
@scottmangrum73905 жыл бұрын
Great vid
@akashagreene92595 жыл бұрын
Can you take a guys burger back to your room for a snack in the night
@SayHiToMatthew5 жыл бұрын
Yup but they close at 6
@kristinmetz23524 жыл бұрын
Just curious if there is a beach within walking distance from the ship?
@SayHiToMatthew4 жыл бұрын
Kristin Metz not at all you need a taxi
@philteerich5 жыл бұрын
No casino on that ship?
@SayHiToMatthew5 жыл бұрын
They have one
@chrisobymachow88904 жыл бұрын
Hi Matthew, we invite you to rent a private villa next time you visit St. Thomas instead of cruising......completely different experience! We are Villa Eau Claire located right on Magens Bay (and within walking distance in the shallow turquoise water to Magens Beach) with 4 villas and our own private beach. Check us out at VRBO.com villa #'s 1570053, 1570161, 1570165 and 1570167.....we'd love to have you as our guest in the future!
@SayHiToMatthew4 жыл бұрын
Villa Eau Claire let’s make it happen!
@bardwin03244 жыл бұрын
How does this kid eat so much and not gain a pound , I mean all he eats and no weight ,please make a video of your work out . And you don’t gain weight
@SayHiToMatthew4 жыл бұрын
Lol I do gain weight! I don’t eat this much everyday just on vacation
@bbcola111115 жыл бұрын
How are you not 500 pounds? Jealous!
@yoboilol5 жыл бұрын
I'm from St.Croix and St.Croix is way better than st.thomas