ST. JOHN- notice there is no S

St. John USVI does not have an “S” on the end of it. However, many people who visit (and some who live here) make the mistake of saying they are going to St. Johns.

I’m sure I’m the only one to admit this, but it drives me crazy that so many people say this the wrong way. It feels like 50% of the people who refer to this place say it wrong. The reason it’s a pet peeve is because 1. It’s wrong, 2. I feel like a schmuck telling people (especially if they are clients or guests to the island) that they are wrong, and 3. How can SO many people get this wrong, and why? I have no reasons or explanation as to why so many people want to add an “S” to the end of St. John, I welcome ideas, but if you live here, or are visiting please make note that St. John is just plain St. John. There is no “S” on the end of St. John. I personally thank you!