Hello my fellow travelers, my name is D’haden and I founded VI Premium Tours because I have a passion for Adventure! If you think back to more archaic days, before our man-made means of passing time, there was always exploration (510.1 Square Kilometers worth to be exact). Together we can unplug from our devices, get back to our roots, and fill our hearts with Serene Experiences!
In 2017 my life was turned upside down.
2017 was the year that I made 3 of the best decisions ever. I was working as a restaurant manager in Florida when I received a family invite to attend my Grandma’s 70th birthday party in St. Thomas (U.S. Virgin Islands). Since I needed my job to pay my bills, I respectfully declined the invitation because I was just too busy and didn’t want to spend hundreds of dollars knowing I could only get 2 days off. My family convinced me to go.
When I arrived here in the USVI, I barely recognized my family. Time had flown by and my child nieces and nephews grew up so much. My brother (their father) who was a cancer survivor pulled me aside later that day and told me he was diagnosed with another form of cancer.
On that trip, I decided to live in the NOW! I set goals for time freedom and I started putting plans in place to increase my passive income and mobility. Shortly after, I received a job offer for a remote working position and spent some amazing time with my brother and his family. Little did I know, the next few months with them would be the best time of my life, and the last time I saw my brother. He passed away on Christmas morning 2017.
St. Thomas is a beautiful little Island in the Caribbean with a population of approximately 52,000 people. People love to visit the U.S. Virgin Islands for our beautiful turquoise waters and wide array of water sports and land activities. I hope to help you experience the unique history and beauty of St. Thomas along with the wonderful Flora and Fauna we’re grateful to have!
I invite you to come visit the place that even many visitors have a hard time leaving. Quite a few have come back permanently! Whether you’re visiting alone, as a couple, or as a family, I’ll be happy to help you create your own one of a kind memorable experience!
Although I am a native of the Virgin Islands, I have also lived on the mainland of the United States for many years. This gives me a unique perspective and a blended appreciation for the conveniences of the Mainland and the tranquility of a small island. Some of my favorite hobbies include Sailing, Paddle-boarding, Hiking, and Snorkeling. I am always excited to learn new things and teach my guests all that I know about the island.
I discovered my passion for Guiding Tours in August of 2018 and since then my life has changed drastically for the better! After a while, I grew tired of paying for the same tour and instead I asked for a job! I strongly believe that when you choose your passion as your work, you will never “work” another day in your life. Since 2018, I’ve taken countless people, from 1-person groups to groups as large as 69 people on tours, both day and night that involve a mix of Kayaking, Paddle-Boarding, Hiking, Snorkeling, Sailing, and Photography. I’d have to say my favorite are the Sailing Tours!
