Revitalizing Pan Am Pavilion
Pan Am Pavilion has been a Christiansted destination for decades, offering quaint boutiques, small offices, and restaurants. If you haven’t been there, I’m sure you’ve seen pictures of the beautiful entry from Strand Street with it’s historic Danish brick arches dripping with ferns. Like many buildings and businesses on St. Croix, this little gem recently […]
St. Croix on Screen
St. Croix on Screen The island of St. Croix has made quite a few on-screen appearances. If you wonder why, just look around. St. Croix has been chosen as the backdrop for, or even the star of many a television show, movie, travel vlog, and even commercials because of our white sandy beaches, calm Caribbean […]
Mt. Victory Home to 3D Archery Course
Mt. Victory Camp is a wonderful eco-lodge tucked in the rainforest in the Northwest Hills of St. Croix. The camp was designed to provide a peaceful setting for people to get closer to the natural and cultural wonders of our beautiful island. ‘Comfortable living close to nature’ is the mantra of Mt. Victory Camp owners […]
St. Croix Promotes ‘Reef Safe’ Suncare
Governor Albert Bryan Jr. made history with the signing of Act 8185, banning the importation, sale and distribution in the US Virgin Islands of sunscreen containing the ‘toxic 3 Os’: oxybenzone, octinoxate and octocrylene. Effective April 1st, 2020, according to Act 8185:Â ‘All persons, or entities that sell, distribute, or that are otherwise in possession […]
The HeART of Turtles
It’s pretty safe to say that everyone loves sea turtles. Here on St. Croix there are many conservation efforts being made to track the different species nesting areas and habitats to gain insight into these fascinating creatures. Sea turtles and their ocean home inspire many people, but they can be especially inspirational to local artists. […]
Meet Debbie Sun, Textile Designer
Debbie Sun herself is as effervescent and vibrant as her well known designs. Unique and colorful, her textiles combine elements of nature and architecture into some of the most visually stunning designs imaginable. Inspired by her travels, her Caribbean home, and her pure enjoyment of life, Debbie creates original silk paintings and magically transforms them into textiles. […]
Sweet Bottom Dive Center @ Cane Bay
Cane Bay is one of the highlights of St. Croix. Its beautiful stretch of beach is popular for limin’, and its turquoise waters and close proximity to the Puerto Rico Trench make it a perfect spot for snorkeling and scuba diving. The Wall is a world famous dive site that is easily accessible from the […]
Wellness Support on St. Croix
What is ‘wellness’? It is the active process of making choices toward a healthy and fulfilling life. More than just being free from illness, wellness is a dynamic process of growth and change – and here on St. Croix there are many activities, services and caregivers to help you on your personal wellness journey. Wellness is […]
Shipping a Vehicle to St. Croix
If you are considering relocating to St. Croix, shipping a vehicle may be required. You can buy a new or used vehicle on the island, but if you have a good, reliable vehicle you may want to consider shipping it to the island. If you choose to ship a vehicle to the island, there are […]
Shipping Your Household Goods to St. Croix
If you are planning on relocating to St. Croix, you will need to decide which of your household goods, furnishings, and personal effects you will ship to the island, and how you will ship them. Â If you are bringing a minimal amount of boxes worth of items, you may be able to get away with […]
Preparing Your Boat for Hurricane Season
Hurricane season is part of life here in the Caribbean, so planning and being prepared for potential storms each year is important. If we learned anything from Hurricanes Irma and Maria in 2017, it’s that those of us who own boats here on St. Croix need to be especially diligent. According to NOAA, 377 boats were […]
Preparing Your Pets for Hurricane Season
The official hurricane season here in the Caribbean runs from June 1st to November 30th. While the government and news stations stress the importance of being prepared in case of a hurricane, preparing your pets for potential storms is often overlooked. As animal lovers, we here at GoToStCroix.com want to make sure that you AND your […]
Women’s Dive Day
Back in 2015, PADI created an annual Women’s Dive Day with the goal of celebrating and encouraging women who scuba dive. The event was a huge success, and has continued to grow every year since. Here on St. Croix, one or more of our dive shops hosts an event each July for divers who wish […]
Recycling on St. Croix
Recycling on St. Croix is grassroots. Find out how you can participate in recycling plastic, aluminum, glass and newspaper on St. Croix
Going Beyond Buck Island Tours
For many years, Caribbean Sea Adventures has been synonymous with snorkel tours to St. Croix’s beautiful Buck Island. Known for having the only glass bottom boat on St. Croix, coupled with a long time reputation for fun and professional tours, Caribbean Sea Adventures has been a local favorite Buck Island charter for decades. Now, they are […]
Student Picks: Top 5 Festivals of St. Croix
STUDENT/GUEST BLOGGER Alexis M. King, a high school student born and raised on St. Croix, is the author of this post. Alexis has created a teenage superhero character named ‘Mini Mathilda’, who will show you her Top 5 recommendations for festivals to attend on St. Croix. Mathilda’s Top 5 Favorite Festivals to attend on St. […]
Student Picks: Top 5 Places To Go on St. Croix
STUDENT/GUEST BLOGGER Alexis M. King, a high school student born and raised on St. Croix, is the author of this post. Alexis has created a teenage superhero character named ‘Mini Mathilda’, who will show you her Top 5 recommendations for places to go on St. Croix. Mathilda’s Top 5 Favorite Places To Go on St. […]
Meet Alexis Matarangas-King & Mini Mathilda
We here at GoToStCroix.com had the pleasure of having Alexis Matarangas-King intern with us at the office as part of Good Hope Country Day School’s Mini Gusto Week. Alexis is a very talented artist and writer, so we put her skills to good use! But, we’ll let Alexis tell you the rest in her own words… My […]
The Spirits of St. Croix
While there are many different kinds of spirits to be found here on St. Croix, including jumbies, rum is the most well known. The island is home to a diverse range of unique fruits, herbs, and spices – some of which probably flavor your favorite rum or spirit. The food that can be grown or […]
St. Croix’s Island Hopping Options
Looking to do some island hopping? Let us share how you can GoTo (and from) St. Croix! By air or by sea, the options for inter-island travel to and from St. Croix are growing. In addition to options that allow for quick trips to the other U.S. Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico and the British Virgin […]
St. Croix’s Vacation Rental Experts
If you are coming to St. Croix, staying at a private condo or villa may be a great accommodation choice for you. A full kitchen for cooking meals and storing groceries, lots of space to spread out, no crowds at the pool, can stunning views of the Caribbean are just a few of the reasons […]
‘Hurricane Warning’ Preparedness
St. Croix has survived several major hurricanes, including Category 5 Hurricane Maria in 2017 and Hurricane Hugo in 1989. In the event of another major storm, we want to make sure everyone knows what to do to when a Hurricane Warning is issued. What does it mean when the U.S. Virgin Islands officially goes into […]
Historic Artifacts on Company Street
St. Croix is known by many for it’s rich history, and new artifacts from multiple eras are still being uncovered today. In fact, while Company Street was being excavated for infrastructure improvements at the end of 2016, many artifacts dating back to the early days of Christiansted were uncovered. Company Street is one of the […]
Where to Get Your Ice Cream Fix
Whether you are looking for a plain scoop of ice cream, a scratch-made ice cream sandwich, a frozen treat low in sugar, or even vegan ice cream, St. Croix has it all! Even better, enjoy delicious tropical and seasonal flavors you won’t find anywhere else. Don’t worry, you can still get vanilla and chocolate ice […]
The Marvelous Mango
Mangoes are the most widely consumed fruit in the world, but besides their coveted flavor and sweetness, they also offer a ton of nutritional benefits. St. Croix is one of the best places on earth to be during mango season. In late June and early July the island is dripping with dozens of varieties of […]
USVI Commemorates Emancipation in July
Each year the United States of America and her territories celebrate Independence Day with fireworks, patriotic displays, barbecues, picnics and parties. Here in the U.S. Virgin Islands, we get to commemorate not one, but two historical acts of freedom back to back: Emancipation Day and Independence Day. Both Emancipation Day and Independence Day are significant […]
Protecting Our Coral Reefs
Trusted news sources across the globe have recently reported that most Caribbean coral reefs will disappear within the next 20 years unless action is taken to protect them. While that news is shocking, I am happy to report that St. Croix is leading the charge to protect our Caribbean coral reefs and the ecosystems they support. The […]
Weddings the Island Way
One of the most compelling reasons to plan a destination wedding on St. Croix is the stunning venues our island has to offer. In addition to the picturesque white sand beaches you would expect in the Caribbean, St. Croix is home to a variety of postcard-worthy settings for your special day. From historic properties to resorts, […]
Respect the Leatherback Sea Turtles
While many people have a huge fondness and respect for sea turtles, there is something particularly awe inspiring about Leatherback sea turtles. The oldest of all sea turtle species, it has been around for more than 150 million years! Leatherbacks are also the largest of the sea turtles (and the fourth largest living reptile on […]
Self-Guided Tour of Hamilton’s Christiansted
For those interested in the life and times of Alexander Hamilton, you should know that the years he spent on St. Croix in the Danish West Indies became eight of the most influential and formative years of his life. Throughout his career, Hamilton applied the knowledge he gained on St. Croix, most notably his understanding […]