Updated: April 7, 2021 As one of the few locations for Americans to travel this season, there are some things that you should know about visiting St Croix and the US Virgin Islands in 2021. So, we’ve put together some St Croix COVID-19 travel tips. All travelers ages 5 and up arriving in the US […]
Vacation Tips
50 things you can do on St Croix to celebrate Earth Day every day of the year!
Some of these options may not be available at this very moment due to the COVID-19 situation. But, you can still virtually vacation at some of these spots on our website or take the time to plan your next St Croix Adventure. We’ll see you soon on our shores! Snorkel the only fuel it requires […]
Sunscreen and Coral Reefs in the VI
Call me an optimist, but I’ve always believed that people are inherently good and want to do the right thing when they are informed and educated. In today’s world we are bombarded with information, much of it conflicting and that can lead to confusion and complacency. Having lived through the catastrophic Hurricane season of 2017 […]
Explore St Croix on a Budget
One of the things that I love most about St Croix are the wide open spaces and plenty of places to discover. I’ve lived here now almost 16 years and I’m still finding new adventures. You don’t have to spend much, if any, money to explore St Croix’s beaches, green rolling hills, food and culture. […]
Get in the St Croix Spirit: More Airline Options for Visitors to the Big Island
Beginning May 24, 2018, visitors to the big island of St Croix have even more travel options! Spirit Airlines will connect Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) with nonstop service to St. Croix’s Henry E. Rohlsen Airport (STX). The service will run three times per week on Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday. The Caribbean island of St […]
Who wants to Sleep with Fred? I do! I do!
Hip. Modern. Historic. That may sound like an oxymoron, but “The Fred” St Croix’s first new hotel to open in 30 years is all that and more. Patience and perseverance have absolutely paid off with the opening of The Fred. Working with Historic Preservation and Coastal Zone management to open the beachfront boutique hotel complex […]
St Croix’s New Kids on the Block
St Croix has been undergoing a culinary renaissance for the past decade with the opening of restaurants and food trucks of every variety to tempt your palate. This year’s memorable Hurricane Season hasn’t stopped new eateries from opening up. I recently stopped by two of the newest on the scene braving the aftermath and putting […]
Last Minute Tips for Watching the Solar Eclipse on St Croix
If you are lucky enough to be with us here on St Croix in the US Virgin Islands for the Total Solar Eclipse of 2017, I’ve compiled some handy information for safely viewing the eclipse from the island. #1 Tip: Remember to NEVER look directly at the sun. What is a Solar Eclipse? A Solar […]
St Croix Summer Lovin: Sea Turtle Nesting Season
Summer on St Croix means that things slow down just a little, mangoes are dripping from the trees and sea turtles are getting frisky off shore. It’s sea turtle nesting season. Three out of 7 species of endangered sea turtles can be found nesting on our shores in the summer and early fall: Leatherback, Green […]
1 little Island with 3 National Parks!
St Croix may be a little island only 26 miles long and at it’s widest about 6 miles across, but we are blessed with THREE National Parks ensuring that we preserve and protect our beautiful environment while enjoying the great outdoors and learning about the island’s history. Whether you’ve got a National Parks Pass or […]
