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ST CROIX
Calling Code: +1
Gentle hills, turquoise waters, unique old towns and stunning
beaches. These are only some of the pleasures awaiting you on
the island of St.Croix. Although it�s the largest of the
U.S. Virgin Islands (84 square miles), St. Croix is one of the
coziest spots in the Caribbean. And one of the world�s premier
vacation destinations. Its main town of Christiansted
houses numerous historic buildings, such as Government
House on King Street and nearby
Fort Christiansvaern. Built by
the Danes in 1774, the fort has
been well preserved by the National Park Service. Note the colorful restored buildings
made with bricks Danish ships brought over as ballast. And if
you�re interested in shopping, Kings Alley Walk is just a few
blocks away. You�ll find something for everyone in this exotic
maze of alleys lined with quaint boutiques, restaurants and
endless treasures.
In Frederiksted, you�ll discover another
network of small cafes and shops. Sample some local
island delicacies like conch
fritters or johnniecakes. And
don�t miss Fort Frederik, the
site of the first foreign salute
to the new United States in
1776 and the declaration of
emancipation in 1848.
No trip
to St. Croix is complete without
sailing to Buck Island Underwater National Park, the
only underwater national monument in America. Within
its 704 acres of crystalline water and untouched coral reef, you're certain to
discover some of the sea�s
most exotic inhabitants. Its
snorkeling trail meanders
through the reef system,
revealing schools of colorful
tropical fish. And you�ll
encounter all kinds of
endangered species on the island itself. No wonder Buck
Island is considered one of the most spectacular excursions
in the Caribbean.
Dive sites in St. Croix impress even the
most experienced divers. Walls. Wrecks. Caves. Reefs. You�ll
find them all submerged in the serenity of the Caribbean. The
Frederiksted pier is ideal for day and night dives. And Butler
Bay�s many wrecks provide the ultimate underwater discovery
and photo opportunity. At Cane Bay, you�ll
find the dramatic vertical wall to be one of the
island�s most exciting dives.
In addition
to water activities, there are numerous other
diversions on St. Croix. Like the Estate Whim
Plantation, a beautifully restored 18th century
sugar plantation. Its stately greathouse, windmill
and sugar factory ruins instantly take you back
in time. In the St. George Village Botanical
Gardens, you�ll see a collection of more
than 1,000 species of tropical and
flowering trees, shrubs and vines among
the ruins of a 19th century plantation
village. At Salt River Bay, you can
explore the same spot Columbus
explored when he made his second
voyage to the New World. Or
take a trip through the heart of
the semi-rainforest along
Mahogany Road. The
canopy of vines
and massive
mahogany trees
are certain to overwhelm you.
Whether the purpose of your visit is
business or pleasure, we�re confident you�ll find St. Croix is the
perfect environment in which to relax and refresh the senses.
If there's a place you've stayed or something you've done, but we haven't listed, review it for us!
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