It’s true, we drive on the left. We are one of the few places that drive on the left and historians are still arguing over why we do this. Don’t worry, you’ll get the hang of it quickly because most of the roads are 2 lanes. For the most part, traffic travels at a slow to moderate pace. But, please remember to wear your seat belt! It’s the law.

Want to know what it's like to drive on the left? Check out this video from Centerline Car Rentals.

We highly recommend renting a car while you're here on St. Croix.  Evaluate your style of vacation, and if you mostly want to stay in town then there are plenty of taxis to get you where you want to go. If you get the itch to explore, there are great open air taxis that will take you on a tour of the island and give you all the interesting facts and historical background. If you want to explore on your own, takes tours and visit local attractions, then we recommend that you rent a car! Outside of the towns, not many people walk around, so take into consideration where you are staying. Taxis can be expensive and difficult to get if you're outside of Christiansted or Frederiksted towns. Look into car rentals here.

As long as it has not expired in the states, your valid U.S. drivers license will be valid in the USVI, too. If you plan to stay longer than 60 days, the law says to obtain a valid Virgin Islands drivers license.

Driving on the left in unfamiliar territory can be a little intimidating, so a navigable map of St. Croix is helpful. We produce the St. Croix Pocket Map, a handy little map with all of the major and minor roads clearly indicated, major intersections noted, estate names marked, points of interest, beaches…the list goes on and on. Pick it up at the airport, hotel, car rental office, and at shops and restaurants across the island.

There is public bus system called VITRAN, but you will want to leave plenty of time (and then some) to get to your destination. The buses are nice and air-conditioned. You will notice bus stops around the island.

For U.S. citizens, only a government issued valid ID is required for travel within the United States Virgin Islands. For travel to the British Virgin Islands (BVI) a passport is required for U.S. Citizens.

Yes. The main airport is the Henry E. Rohlsen Airport located on the South Shore near the middle of the island. The airport code is STX. There is also a seaplane terminal located on the boardwalk in downtown Christiansted.

Flying to a tiny island in the middle of the ocean can be expensive, but aren’t you worth it? If you work with a travel agent you can get great deals on flights, accommodations, and excursions. Decide which is the best place for you to stay (see our STAY guide) and then do your research to see if they offer a 'package deal' for the activities you are interested in. Many of the hotels and resorts do offer packages for divers, golfers, fishing enthusiasts, shoppers, history buffs, etc.