St Croix, the largest of the US Virgin Islands, is a typical Caribbean paradise with its exquisite white sandy beaches and the sparkling, crystal clear waters of the Caribbean Sea. The beaches provide some of the best conditions for water activities including diving, snorkelling, and windsurfing. Yet there is more to the island than its gorgeous beaches. Wander around the island and you will find interesting remnants of its history and more so in its fifty four sugar mills, once the main industry on the island.
Tourism has gradually taken over and to cater to its visitors, St Croix offers a host of perfect beaches, idyllic golf courses, find dining experiences, duty free shopping and a wide array of both indoor and outdoor activities.
Accommodation in St Croix
Stay in vacation villas in St Croix to enjoy all the privacy and space of a beautiful home combined with hotel quality services and amenities. Holiday villas and cottages are conveniently located near the beaches and provide easy access to some of the best eco-tourism opportunities in the Caribbean, from exploring the island’s mountains to its magnificent coral reefs. If you are staying in St. Croix vacation villas, you can head to the hills on horseback or kayak down the Salt River.
Things to do and see
Water activities: The pristine beaches with their powdery soft sands provide perfect settings for lazing away the day soaking up the sun or indulging in water activities, favourite being snorkelling and diving. The waters are abundant in colourful marine life. Buck Island Reef National Monument, a nature preserve operated by the U.S. National Park Service, is a much sought out destination for scuba diving and snorkelling. There is a marked underwater snorkelling trail on the reef's eastern end.
Hiking: The Island has a number of riding trails perfect for going off the beaten track and exploring the natural attractions of the island.
Christiansted and Frederiksted: St. Croix's two main towns are well worth a visit. Wander through the quaint streets and you will be able to witness the towns' history in the stunning architecture.
Buck Island National Park: Spread over 176-acres, the Park houses protected coral reefs. The park is a paradise for the snorkelers and divers who can view the yellow, purple and green corals as well as beautiful parrotfish and angelfish in the incredibly clear waters.
Wining & Dining
The high end restaurants in St. Croix are in the towns of Christiansted and Frederiksted. You can find many fine dining options as also mid-range and budget eateries serving everything from traditional island cuisine, using the freshest of ingredients, to Chinese take-out and regular fast food restaurants like KFC, MacDonald's, Wendy's and Pizza Hut. If you are staying at a private villa or condo, you can have a professional chef cook for you right in your accommodation or they can prepare your meal for you and deliver it all packaged and ready to take on a picnic.
Entertainment and nightlife
The nightlife caters to different moods and a variety of music. You can enjoy a late evening stroll and see the amazing sight of the lights of Christiansted and Frederiksted on the water. You can hear reggae, rock and jazz in the beach bars, boardwalk bistros and balcony cafes. There are also many opportunities for you to dress up and go dance the night away.
Golfing
Avid golfers can take their pick from a number of golf in St Croix. We recommend the following two:
Buccaneer Golf Course: Located in Christiansted, this golf course was designed by Long Island PGA professional Bob Joyce. The challenging par-70, 18 holes golf course is set amidst the shimmering blue waters of the Beauregard Bay. In fact the waters of the Caribbean Sea can be seen from 13 holes.
Carambola Golf & Country Club: This 18 hole golf course was designed by Robert Trent Jones, Sr. A winner of Golf Magazine's Gold Medal Award, Carambola hosts the American Airlines Golf Classic featuring major league baseball players.
