Posts Tagged ‘Land Activities’
Virgin Islands Food Tours
Virgin Islands Food Tours Virgin Islands Food Tours transforms visitors into locals! This guided food tasting & cultural walking tour in Downtown Christiansted is a unique Crucian foodie experience allowing guests to enjoy six exclusive tastings of authentic local cuisine, and taste firsthand why St. Croix is considered a premier culinary destination in the Caribbean.…
Read MoreStudent 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.…
Read MoreThe Buccanner Tennis Club
The Buccaneer was named the ‘Best Tennis Resort in the Virgin Islands’ by Tennis Magazine, and one of the ‘Top 30 Tennis Resorts’ by Tennis Resorts Online. The Buccaneer offers eight Plexipave courts, two lit for night play, as well as equipment rentals, and private lessons with our tennis pro. The Buccaneer is the host…
Read MoreThe Four 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. The food that can be grown or foraged for…
Read MoreLeatherback Brewing Company
Leatherback Brewing Company is a craft brewery making beer right here on St. Croix! Visitors can tour the facility and learn about the brewing process. The tasting room features an indoor and outdoor bar with a family friendly atmosphere. A rotating selection of draft beer is available, and some brews feature unique, local ingredients. Our craft…
Read MoreCarambola Golf Club
Carambola Golf Club is truly a treasure of American golf, that just happens to be set in a Caribbean paradise. Winding through a lush tropical valley on the island of St Croix, this Robert Trent Jones, Sr. masterpiece was commissioned by Laurence Rockefeller and opened in 1966. Jones, one of the most highly respected designers at the…
Read MoreCruzan Cowgirls
Cruzan Cowgirls Join Cruzan Cowgirls on an adventurous horseback riding tour of St Croix’s West End! With customizable trails and a relaxed atmosphere, you will enjoy the excitement of riding horses down long sandy beaches and through the rainforest as you experience the beauty, and learn about the culture and history that is unique to St…
Read MoreAlexander Hamilton’s Christiansted Walking Tour
Join Crucian Heritage and Nature Tourism (CHANT) for a Historical Walking Tour of Alexander Hamilton’s Christiansted! Walk in the footsteps of Alexander Hamilton on a guided walking tour full of history and information about how Hamilton’s time in Christiansted helped shape the man who would become one of America’s founding fathers. Visit the Christiansted National Historic Site’s…
Read MoreChristmas Time on St. Croix
While images of cerulean blue Caribbean waters and palm tree-lined beaches may not spring to mind when you think of Christmas, St. Croix is a wondrous place to spend the holidays. Starting the day after Thanksgiving, the holiday season is packed with events island wide where you can indulge in scrumptious local holiday foods and drinks,…
Read MoreSt. Croix’s East End Marine Park
Along with global, local and governmental organizations, the St. Croix community is working to preserve the natural beauty, wildlife, and history of our island. One way St. Croix has worked to achieve this goal is by establishing national parks, protected areas, and wildlife refuges. In addition to being the home of three different national parks…
Read MoreCaravelle Hotel & Casino
Come and play at St. Croix’s newest casino! Caravelle Hotel & Casino offers the latest in classic reel and contemporary video slot machines. In addition to exciting gaming and promotions, the Caravelle Hotel & Casino hosts weekly entertainment in the hotel courtyard, and periodic block parties on the Christiansted Boardwalk at Queen Cross Street featuring…
Read MoreFind Your Park on St. Croix
The United States’ National Park Service (NPS) celebrated the centennial of their creation in 2016 with the ‘Find Your Park’ program. Many Americans think of the Grand Canyon, Yellowstone or Yosemite when they think of national parks, but you can ‘Find Your Park’ right here on St. Croix, USVI! While the island is only 82 square miles…
Read MoreThe Spirited History of Caribbean Rum
Rum has a very long and spirited history. While there are several precursors to rum that span the globe, it is generally accepted that rum was first distilled in the Caribbean in the early to mid-17th century. After its inception, rum became the drink of choice for a wide array of people from plantation slaves to pirates,…
Read MoreRainy Day Activities on St. Croix
Many islands in the Caribbean, St. Croix included, are known for their lush, tropical landscape as much as their beautiful beaches. The reason for this gorgeous greenery is the frequently passing rain showers. Generally speaking, the rain showers come and go quickly, so you just have to find cover for a few minutes and wait them…
Read MoreTropical Ten Pins Bowling Center
Welcome to Tropical Ten Pins Bowling Center, currently the only Bowling Center on St Croix, as well as in U.S. Virgin Islands. Tropical Ten Pins is your destination for Family Fun, we love to bring families and friends together to have a good time. We also have a Rave Bowling Promotion every Friday & Saturday night. Tropical Ten Pins…
Read MoreDisc Golf at The Reef
For years The Reef has offered a nine hole golf course that is the eastern most golf course in the U.S. Now, in addition to their traditional nine hole golf course, The Reef offers the only disc golf course in the Caribbean! Started back in the mid-1970’s, disc golf is one of today’s fastest growing sports.…
Read MoreTreat the Kids to Miniature Golf
St. Croix offers a seemly endless series of water-based activities to do with the family, but what if you want to stay dry? Then treat the kids to a round of miniature golf! The Links at Divi Carina Bay Resort offers a full 18-hole miniature golf course that will provide hours of entertainment for you…
Read MoreSunrise at Point Udall
While sunsets are known worldwide for their romantic ambiance, sunrises seem to be sadly overlooked. Watching the sunset on a day you have spent with someone you love is certainly beautiful, but to watch the sunrise with that special someone is to see the promise of a new day dawn. If you are lucky enough…
Read MoreThe Rattan Wine Walk
The Rattan Wine Walk is an enjoyable way of supporting the local St. Croix community with the added benefit of being an elegant night out. The largest annual fundraiser for the Rattan Montessori School, the Rattan Wine Walk offers guests the opportunity to explore the beautiful ruins and fully restored sugarmill of the historic Estate Belvedere whilst enjoying…
Read MoreEnjoy Unique Live Entertainment
While you are here on St. Croix, take the opportunity to indulge in some live entertainment. The island offers a wide variety of lively performances for your enjoyment – from cultural dancers and local musicians to fire dancing gypsies, there is something for everyone of every age. Better still, you can find nightly entertainment scattered…
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