St Croix This Week Magazine September 2017

SEPTEMBER 2017

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ST. CROIX THIS WEEK

Guiding Visitors & Locals for 46 Years

David A. Berg

Hand-Wrought Jewelry

51st Anniversary Year

Often imitated, but never duplicated...

Sonya’s original “St. Croix Hook.”

One Company Street Christiansted, St. Croix U.S. Virgin Islands 00820

Telephone 340-773-8924 Toll-Free (USA) 1-877-766-9284

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TABLE OF CONTENTS Aug / Sept 2017

FEATURES Ocean Conservancy’s Int’l Coastal Cleanup....................................3 Duty Free Allowance.........................................................................8 The Lawaetz Museum’s Danish Homestead..................................11 Feel the Love, Crucian Gold...........................................................12 Farm to Table—Local Markets.......................................................28 Blue Water Terrace..........................................................................30 Meet Cover Artist David A. Berg....................................................38 Our Danish Connection—VELKOMMEN!..................................38 Today’s Technology Advances Facilitate Danish Research............38 VI Bridal guide—Party Flames......................................................39 Lightheart Sailing Charters.............................................................41 Part 2, The Nature Conservancy Series: Stress!............................46 Always Remember to Drive Left.....................................................48 Island Worship................................................................................49 Trust for VI Lands...........................................................................59

Cover Artist Little Princesse Sugarmill.

Susan Wall

David A. Berg Nicole Canegata

LEISURE

Events Calendar..................................................... 4-7 Shopping...................................................................8 Easy Shopping Guide..............................................20 Dining......................................................................22 Easy Dining Guide..................................................32 Attractions & Tours.................................................34 Island Art.................................................................36 Island Weddings......................................................39 Watersports.............................................................40 Recreation/Beaches.................................................47 Treat Yourself...........................................................60

DESTINATION ST. CROIX

ON THE COVERS

Helpful Info & Phone Numbers.............................48 Easy Hotel Guide.....................................................50 Accommodations....................................................50 Transportation........................................................52

AUGUST 2017 “Breaking the Surface” Photograph

MAPS

Passion Fruit Flower.

Toni Lance

St. Croix Road Map...............................................54 Christiansted Map & Walking Tour....................56 Frederiksted Map & Walking Tour......................58

LIVING

Real Estate................................................................62 St. Croix Sky Watch.................................................64

ST. CROIX THIS WEEK SEPTEMBER 2017 “The Last Light”

Morris Caribbean Publications • St. Croix This Week • St. Thomas / St. John This Week • St. Thomas In A Day

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IN THE USA

Copyright 2017. No part may be reproduced without the written permission of the publisher.

Publisher......................................................Charlotte Atkins Art Director.......................................................Kevin Amsler Distribution................................................. Debbie Bradley Managing Editor................................................. Susan Wall

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The Virgin Islands Of The United States OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR GOVERNMENT HOUSE

Tel: (340) 773-1404 Fax: (340) 713-9806

1105 King Street Christiansted, St. Croix, U.S.V.I. 00820

Tel: (340) 772-1000 Fax: (340) 772-0333

Good Day and welcome to the United States Virgin Islands! Our people welcome you. We are a unique place to visit with a variety of islands: St. Croix, St. Thomas, St. John, Water Island and dozens of small cays and islets. Each island is unique.

Each offers distinct and memorable experiences.

St. Croix is our largest island and we invite you to discover our historic towns; Christiansted and Frederiksted and discover the quaint shops and Danish Architecture. St Croix has wide open spaces, magnificent vistas and a unique culture.

St. John is almost all National Park and perfectly preserved. It has sparkling turquoise bays and long, lazy beaches. Enjoy the relaxing atmosphere.

St Thomas is the shopping center of the Caribbean with duty free shopping and a vibrant nightlife. Charlotte Amalie is the capital city of the United States Virgin Islands with its huge natural harbor, bustling port and vistas that will take your breath away. Try our underwater delights, bask on a beach, soak up some sunshine, sail into sunset or hike the trails. You can see why we call this "America’s Paradise."

As the Governor of the United States Virgin Islands, I assure you that we will do everything possible to make your stay enjoyable. Our people are warm and friendly. We will welcome you in conversation. Don’t hesitate to ask people for directions or shopping tips. Our people are eager to help you enjoy your visit.

I extend to you my warmest greetings and hope you enjoy your vacation in the United States Virgin Islands, this year celebrating the 100th Anniversary of Transfer Day! Sincerely, Kenneth Mapp Governor

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OCEAN CONSERVANCY’S

WHAT HAPPENS TO THE OCEAN

Microwaves

Toilets

Selfie Sticks

Brooms

IMPACTS ALL OF US

Help Keep Our Beaches Clean

Drones

& Pollution Free!

The Virgin Islands Marine Advisory Service and St. Croix Environmental Association (SEA) join the challenge here on St. Croix with Coastweeks!

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The Virgin Islands Marine Advisory Service (VIMAS), part of the University of Puerto Rico Sea Grant College Program, is located within the Center for Marine and Environmental Studies at the University of the Virgin Islands. They outreach with the Virgin Islands community to educate and raise awareness about #plasticpollution and #marinedebris and foster appreciation for our natural resources like corals and fish, endangered species, mangrove forests, and marine protected areas.

In an effort to reduce the amount of marine debris in VI waters, the St. Croix VIMAS office coordinates local “Coastweeks,” International Coastal Cleanup activities for the The Ocean Conservancy.

For the past 30 years, The Ocean Conservancy has inspired millions of people to assist with the cause for healthier seas around the world.

Marine Debris is simply trash that has found its way into the marine environment (beaches, waters, mangrove areas or underwater reefs and seagrass beds). Marine debris can be found in all the world’s oceans, but the problem doesn’t necessarily start there. About 80% of the debris found on our beaches and in our waters is blown, washed or dumped from land-based sources. Common land-based sources include people hosting picnics at the beach, poorly-maintained garbage trucks, garbage bins and dumps, and litterbugs. Marine debris is a serious problem not only for animals, but for people too. Marine organisms and people can become entangled in or injured by marine debris. Boat propellers can tangle up in debris, requiring expensive repairs. And many marine animals actually eat marine debris by mistake.

S.E.A volunteers pick up debris from Southgate Coastal Reserve beach, on St. Crox’s Northshore, and collect data for for the Ocean Conservancy.

Not only do Coastal Cleanup programs raise awareness of our oceans, but gather valuable information about marine debris that is used by law and policy makers worldwide. Volunteers of all ages record/document data like what kinds of trash they pick up and how much. This data is then returned to The Ocean Conservancy who then analyze and generate a yearly report summarizing all the data collected from all participating countries. This data is great for teachers who want to promote healthy oceans in the classroom.

Be part of the effort! Saturday, September, 16, 8 – 10 am, is the Coastweeks Clean Up Kick Off at Southgate Coastal Reserve. Join others worldwide to clean up and quantify coastal trash. St. Croix Environmental Association (SEA) provides trash bags, gloves, tally sheets, and drinking water (please bring a reusable bottle). Students receive community service hours.

For more information or to volunteer, call or go online. www.vimas.uvi.edu • 340-692-4046 • Facebook www.stxenvironmental.org • 340-773-1989 • Facebook www.oceanconservancy.com • Facebook w w w.stcroix thisweek.com

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What To Do - St. Croix AUGUST / SEPTEMBER 2017

ONGOING DAILY, 8:30AM-4:30PM “St. Croix at the Centennial Crossroads” Fort Christiansvaern Main floor exhibit, “Visionary Reflections: St. Croix at the Centennial Crossroads,” captures stories of Crucians as they reflect on the past 100 years and addresses questions for the century ahead, (340) 773-1460.

DAILY, 8:30AM-4:30PM “Chaney, Stories from Migrant Fragments” Fort Christiansvaern In this second-floor, small pieces of ceramic, called chaney, reveal our cosmopolitan past and represent processes of discovery, economy, style, and community identity, (340) 773-1460.

DAILY, 9AM-4PM Self-guided & Guided Tours St. George Village Botanical Garden Self-guide for the price of admission; with 24-hour notice, groups of 6 and up can tour with a guide for $15 pp. ( 340) 692-2874, www.sgvbg.org.

LIFE AT THE FARM GROUP WALKS Ridge to Reef Farm Farm staff guides your group (5 – 30 people) around the farm in St. Croix’s rainforest. See gardens, taste crops, hear about farm life, $25.

Reservations (340) 220-0466 or csa@ridge2reef.org. www.ridge2reef.org.

DARLING PUPPIES & KITTIES St. Croix Animal Welfare Center See beautiful kitties, cats, puppies and dogs available for rescue—one cuter than the next!

The Shelter also runs a full service, low cost veterinary clinic. Closed Mondays. Facebook.

(340) 778-1650, www.stcroixawc.org.

MONDAY-SATURDAYS, 10AM-4PM Self-Guided Farm Tour Ridge to Reef Farm Tour one of the USVI’s only certified organic farms.

See the gardens and experience the lush peaceful setting, $10. (340) 220-0466, www.ridge2reef.org.

MONDAYS, 6-9PM Caribbean Night Dinner Show The Palms at Pelican Cove A traditional West Indian buffet with Mocko Jumbies, live music, fire dancers. Buffet: 6-8 pm. Reservations: (340) 718-8920, www.palmspelicancove.com.

TUESDAYS & FRIDAYS, 11AM-3:30PM Bridge Games The Palms at Pelican Cove Open to the public; full range of ability levels.

Casual players welcome! Call Tom Shelley for more info: (340) 773-6612.

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King Derby plays for the Opening of Top Hat’s Summer Art Festival VI running through September.

Open House with refreshments, Thursdays, 5 – 7 pm.

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TUESDAYS & SATURDAYS, 9-11AM Nursery Open St. George Village Botanical Garden Shop here for beautiful tropical plants!

(340) 692-2874, www.sgvbg.org.

WEDNESDAYS, 7PM-UNTIL Trivia Night The Palms at Pelican Cove Test your knowledge at this fun evening event.

(340) 718-8920, www.palmspelicancove.com.

TUESDAYS, 12:30PM Meditation in the Garden St. George Village Botanical Garden Local leaders and healers lead a guided meditation in the pavilion. Donations accepted.

(340) 692-2874, www.sgvbg.org.

THURSDAYS, 6PM Disco Bingo Deep End Bar & Restaurant Revelry at the bingo table! The DJ plays disco between games; you go wild! Reservations a must: (340) 718-7071, www.newdeepend.com.

3RD TUESDAYS, 6PM Book Discussion Group Undercover Books Check the bookstore website for which book is up for discussion. Add your 2 cents! (340) 719-1567, www.undercoverbooksstcroix.com.

THURSDAYS, 6PM BUFFET ENTERTAINMENT, 8PM Caribbean Beach BBQ Divi Carina Resort All Inclusive Resort Steel pans, Mocko Jumbies, Cultural Dances!

A traditional Caribbean Beach BBQ. $35, $19 children 12 and under. Reservations, (340) 773-9700x732.

WEDNESDAYS, 11AM-4 PM SATURDAYS, 10AM-2PM Lawaetz Family Museum Walk-Up Tours Mahogany Road, Frederiksted The Lawaetz Museum showcases Danish family life circa 1890’s to the late 1900’s. See this National Historic Registry homestead with authentic furniture and storied relics. Groups accommodated on other days by request, $15. Reservations: (340) 220-0466 or csa@ridge2reef.org, www.ridge2reef.org.

WEDNESDAYS, 5PM Crab Races Divi Carina Bay All Inclusive Resort The hermit crabs crawl; you cheer them on!

(340) 773-9700.

LAST THURSDAYS, 6PM Seaside Wine Club Seaside Market & Deli Free Wine Club featuring 4 Wine and Food Pairings from around the world. Monthly features on Facebook, (340) 719-9393.

FRIDAYS 5:30PM Crab Races Deep End Bar & Restaurant The hermit crabs crawl; you cheer them on!

(340) 718-7071, www.newdeepend.com.

SATURDAYS, 9AM Qigong/ Meditation The Palms at Pelican Cove

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What To Do - St. Croix

SUNSET JAZZ, AUGUST 18 & SEPTEMBER 15, FREDERIKSTED BANDSTAND Practice qigong in the Palm Coconut Grove with Peter Stewart, $12. (340) 719-7564 3RD SATURDAYS, 10AM Orchid Education St. George Village Botanical Garden Local expert Edna Hamilton teaches you everything you want to know about orchids! Special topics each month, $10. (340) 692-2874, www.sgvbg.org.

3RD SATURDAYS, 7:30PM Summer Film Festival Baked Cafe, Queen Cross Street Come see a great free movie! To see what’s playing: facebook.com/bakedcafestx, (340) 636-6780.

AUGUST 2017 ALL MONTH, 1 PM-5PM Summer Art Festival VI Top Hat Gallery This “Open Invitational Show” presents works by local artists. Open Wed - Sat with an Open House & refreshments on Thurs, 5 - 7 pm.

(340) 513-3558, Facebook.

AUGUST 3, 6-7PM Birds & Wildlife of Cuba The Nature Conservancy Estate Little Princess Join St. Croix Environmental Association Educator, Jen Valiulis, for a presentation of photographs and natural history from her recent trip to Cuba!

(340) 773-1989, www.stxenvironmental.org.

AUGUST 5, 6PM-12AM Block Party & Summer Concert Series Caravelle Hotel Casino Check the “New Hot Corner!” Come to another great outdoor concert with Stanley & the Sleepless Knights and V.I. Cool Sessions Brass.

(340) 227-7156x609 or x616, (340) 514-4633, marketing@caravellehotelcasino.com. Facebook.

SEA offers free Snorkel Clinics on August 9 and September 16 and a Reptile Ramble on September 9! w w w.stcroix thisweek.com

Caravelle Hotel Casino’s Block Party & Summer Concert Series featuring Stanley & the Ten Sleepless Knights, August 5, 6 pm – 12 am.

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AUGUST 6 Bodkin Mill Moonlight Hike St. Croix Hiking Association AKA the “Bitch,” this hike is perfect by moonlight led by Olasse Davis. Info posted on website a week in advance. (340) 772-2073, www.stcroixhiking.org.

AUGUST 9, 5:30PM Artists Guild of St. Croix Meeting Palms at Pelican Cove After social time & a short meeting, well known Caribbean artist John Jones gives a demonstration on pastels. Everyone is invited! Facebook.

AUGUST 10, 5:30-6:30PM National Park Lecture Series Danish West India & Guinea Co. Warehouse The National Park holds monthly lectures that discuss topics regarding current research @ St. Croix’s

three National Parks. Ft. Christiansvaern parking lot open till 7 pm. (340) 773-1460.

AUGUST 19, 10AM-12PM Free Public Snorkel Clinic Cane Bay School-aged children and adults—learn to snorkel or advance your skills! St. Croix Environmental Association provides instruction and gear. Registration (340) 773-1989, sea.educator@ gmail.com, www.stxenvironmental.org.

AUGUST 20, 10AM-2PM Basket Weaving Workshop Mount Victory Camp Learn the age-old skill of basket weaving, warpand-weft style, with materials collected from the wild. $25. Bring lunch. Register: (340) 201-7983, www.mtvictorycamp.com.

St. Croix Hiking Association offers 2 hikes a month to keep in shape: August 6 & 27 and September 6 & 17!

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What To Do - St. Croix

NPS LECTURE SERIES, AUGUST 10 & SEPTEMBER 14, 5:30, CHRISTIANSTED. AUGUST 22, 5:30-6:30PM BleachWatch VI Training The Nature Conservancy Do you snorkel, swim, or dive? Become a BleachWatch VI volunteer and report what you see on the reefs! See story on Pg 46. Open to the public. More info, Lisa Terry, lisa.terry@tnc.org.

AUGUST 25, 5:30PM-7:30PM Jazz in the Park Ft. Christiansvaern Bandstand Catch cool jazz sounds to the backdrop of lovely Christiansted harbor! Bring chairs, blankets, coolers and friends. Presented by Community Music and the Friends of the St. Croix National Parks.

Free! (340) 277-3914, (340) 332-4055.

AUGUST 26 National Dog Day Celebrate dogs by enjoying your dog in a special way and by supporting dogs in need.

“Their hearts are in our hands.” St. Croix Animal Welfare Center: (340) 778-1650, Facebook, www.stcroixawc.org.

AUGUST 27, 10AM-2PM Wooden Utensils Workshop Mount Victory Camp Craft your own spoon, fork, or knife from sustainably harvested local wood and enjoy a day in the rainforest hills! $20. Bring lunch. Register: (340) 201-7983, mountvictorycamp@gmail.com, www.mtvictorycamp.com.

AUGUST 27 Hard Labor Hike St. Croix Hiking Association Get in shape! Trek through remote tropical greenery and rolling hills. Info posted a week in advance. 340) 772-2073, www.stcroixhiking.org.

SEPTEMBER 2017 ALL MONTH, 1PM-5PM Summer Art Festival VI Top Hat Gallery This “Open Invitational Show” presents works by local artists. Open Wed - Sat with an Open House & refreshments on Thurs evenings, 5 - 7 pm.

(340) 513-3558, Facebook.

SEPTEMBER 3, 9AM-2PM Wild Plant Workshop Mount Victory Camp Immerse yourself in the world of wild plants. Identify edible and poisonous plants; make your own tincture and salve! $30. (includes materials). Bring lunch. Register: (340) 201-7983, www.mtvictorycamp.com.

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“Pride Through Art” Exhibit, work by LGBTQ artists & allies, opens at the Caribbean Museum Center for the Arts, Frederiksted, September 14.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2-5PM 10th Annual Rib Cook-Off Above the Cliff Krewe de Croix presents another fabulous Mama Candy Dyer’s Rib Cook-Off! Taste the entries or enter your own. Registration for entries, 1pm; After Party and Awards, 5 pm. Live music, great food, family fun! Facebook, (817) 908-391.

SEPTEMBER 6 Sprat Hall to Creque Dam Hike St. Croix Hiking Association Trek through the rainforest and its exotic trees.

Info posted a week in advance. (340) 772-2073, www.stcroixhiking.org.

SEPTEMBER 9, 8:30-10AM Reptile Ramble Southgate Coastal Reserve From treetops to leaf debris and along the beach, discover reptiles that inhabit our island!

Jen Valiulis guides. Great for adults and children 5 and up. Bring sunscreen, water and shoes that can take mud and sand. Members & children free; nonmembers $10. Register: (340) 773-1989, www.stxenvironmental.org.

artists & allies. Artists showcase their talents in visual arts, sculpture, music, spoken word and dance. (340) 772-2622, www.cmcarts.org.

SEPTEMBER 14, 5:30-6:30PM National Park Lecture Series Danish West India & Guinea Co. Warehouse The National Park holds monthly lectures that discuss topics regarding current research at St. Croix’s 3 National Parks. Ft. Christiansvaern parking lot open till 7 pm. Call (340) 773-1460.

SEPTEMBER 15, 6-9PM Sunset Jazz Clock Tower, Buddhoe Park Bring a blanket or beach chair & prepare to catch the hip sounds of local and international musicians. Food and drinks available. Music and conviviality free.

SEPTEMBER 13, 5:30PM Artists Guild of St. Croix Meeting Palms at Pelican Cove After social time & a short business meeting, Christine Goodrich, On the Wall, leads a framing program. Come artists, patrons and everyone interested! Facebook.

SEPTEMBER 14, 5:30-8:30PM “Pride Through Art” Exhibit Reception Caribbean Museum Center for the Arts St. Croix Pride 2017 presents work by LGBTQ

A message from the St. Croix Hotel and Tourism Assn., St. Croix Chamber of Commerce, and Frederiksted Economic Development Assn. Artwork: Kathy Lavine

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JAZZ IN THE PARK, CHRISTIANSTED BANDSTAND, AUGUST 25 & SEPTEMBER 29.

SEPTEMBER 16, 8-10AM Coastweeks Clean Up Kick Off Southgate Coastal Reserve Join others worldwide to clean up and quantify coastal trash. St. Croix Environmental Association provides trash bags, gloves, tally sheets, and drinking water (please bring a reusable bottle).

Students receive community service hours.

Coordinated by the VI Marine Advisory Service.

(340) 773-1989, www.stxenvironmental.org.

SEPTEMBER 16, 10AM-12PM Free Public Snorkel Clinic Southgate Coastal Reserve School-aged children & adults—learn to snorkel or advance your skills! St. Croix Environmental Association provides instruction and gear. Registration: (340) 773-1989 or sea.educator@gmail.com, www.stxenvironmental.org.

SEPTEMBER 17 St. George Hill & Fleming Circle Hike St. Croix Hiking Association Info on this West End hike posted a week in advance on our website. (340) 772-2073, www.stcroixhiking.org.

SEPTEMBER 20, 6:30PM Rosh Hashanah Evening Service & Supper Congregation B’nai Or The Jewish Community of St. Croix begins its High Holiday services and festivities. Bring a dish for the potluck supper. Info: Leslie, (340) 513-1011 or Ellie, (340) 643-0707, www.stcroixjewishcommunity.org.

SEPTEMBER 21, 10AM Morning Service Congregation B’nai Or The Jewish Community of St. Croix continues High Holiday services. Info: Leslie, (340) 513-1011 or Ellie, (340) 643-0707, www.stcroixjewishcommunity.org.

SEPTEMBER 22, 9-11AM Bayside Walking Tour Coakley Bay Explore the Manchineel forest and salt pond and learn about seagrass and coral reef ecosystems from an East End Marine Park ranger. Bring water, sun protection and meet at the entrance to Coakley Bay. (340) 718-3367.

SEPTEMBER 24, 10AM-2PM Fish Spear Workshop Mount Victory Camp Spend a day in the rainforest making a fish spear out of materials harvested from the landscape, $20. Bring lunch. Register: (340) 201-7983, www.mtvictorycamp.com. w w w.stcroix thisweek.com

Wild Edible and Medicinal Plant Workshop at Mt. Victory Camp, September 3.

SEPTEMBER 25 National Day of Remembrance Women’s Coalition of St. Croix Women’s Coalition honors the memories of homicide victims & supporting surviving loved ones.

Our Facebook page (www.fb.com/NDRMV.VI) and YouTube channel (www.youtube.com/wcstx) invite sharing. See the Wall of Remembrance. Info: (340) 773-9272, or email events@wcstx.org, www.wcstx.org.

SEPTEMBER 29, 5:30PM-7:30PM Jazz in the Park Ft. Christiansvaern Bandstand Catch cool jazz sounds to the backdrop of lovely Christiansted harbor! Bring chairs, blakets, coolers and friends. Presented by Community Music and the Friends of the St. Croix National Parks. Free! (340) 277-3914, (340) 332-4055.

SEPTEMBER 29, 6:30PM Yom Kippur Evening Congregation B’nai Or High Holiday services continue with the Kol Nidre service. Info: Leslie, (340) 513-1011 or Ellie, (340) 643-0707, www.stcroixjewishcommunity.org.

SEPTEMBER 30, 10:30AM & 4-6PM High Holiday Services Congregation B’Nai The Jewish Community of St. Croix holds a Yom Kippur service, afternoon Mincha and Yiskor service, and closing Neilah service with a break-the-fast potluck dinner. Call Leslie, (340) 513-1011 or Ellie, (340) 643-0707.

SEPTEMBER 30, 6:30PM Havana Nights!

Fort Frederik 2nd Annual Silent Auction Fundraiser featuring all things Cuban! Live Music, Food, Door Prize and More.

Proceeds benefit Project Promise programs. For more info (340) 513-0446, info@projectpromisevi.com, www.projectpromisevi.com.

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Duty-Free Shopping SHOP & EXPLORE, BUY LOCAL!

Duty-Free Allowance “The Duty-Free allowance for US citizens is $1600.00—

Double That of Other Islands!” When shopping on St. Croix,

An oldie but goody—the 6mm SS/14K Shackle Bracelet at Sonya, Ltd.

COMPANY STREET The Blue Mutt—340-643-7203

Shopping that benefits St. Croix’s animals! Where can you see original art & crafts by more than a dozen island artists, buy a book to read at the beach, get a St. Croix t-shirt to wear at home, & find a collar for your dog decorated with sea turtles? Only at The Blue Mutt! Filled with color & creativity, The Blue Mutt is a ‘must stop’ gift shop & art gallery specializing in locally-made crafts & art, select books, fun, unique gift items & pet-related products. Also offering regular art & craft classes in their large art studio & participating monthly in Christiansted’s Art Thursday art walks. A portion of all sales support animal welfare & animal rescue groups on island. Facebook / The Blue Mutt.

A portion of all sales support St. Croix animal welfare and rescue.

Local Art & Crafts, Art Classes Books - New & Recycled ● Gifts for Family, Friends & Pets ● ●

Monday-Saturday, 10 am-5:30 pm 5 Company Street, Christiansted

340-643-7203

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Eden South – 340-713-1003

Located at historic #3 Company Street, Eden South is an unexpected oasis of divine and authentic Crucian treats. Come in to see our contemporary line of preserves and syrups from old-time recipes, books by local authors, colorful rainforest and recipe t-shirts and sample our famous Jack’s Bay Pepper Sauce—also available as a personalsized bottle for easy carry-on when travelling. Our product line is made only from inseason, locally sourced fruit and is prepared in small batches for consistent quality. We are dedicated to bringing you the best timehonored traditions of St. Croix, conveniently packaged to help you enjoy and express Crucian culture, wherever you may be. www.edensouth.com

Sonya’s – 340-778-8605

Hook up with the Original- Sonya’s St. Croix Hook. Located at #1 Company Street since 1964, an introduction to the hand-wrought jewelry at Sonya’s begins with the pleasantly inexpensive hook bracelet which is often imitated, never duplicated. Our designs include: hurricanes, hearts, flowers, sea life, breast cancer awareness, and so much more.

All creations are crafted in sterling silver, 14 & 18 karat gold—bracelets, rings, earrings, and pendants. Our loyal customers continue to vote our jewelry #1 in the Virgin Islands.

Visit us at www.sonyaltd.com Toll-free: 877-766-9284.

US citizens can enjoy a DutyFree Allowance of $1600.00 per person, including children, every 30 days whether buying to pack or mail. This could add up to a $6400.00 joint declaration for a family of four residing in one household and traveling together!

This Duty-Free Allowance is

double the $800.00 limit from other islands, so make your important purchases on St. Croix.

You may also take 5 cartons of

cigarettes and 6 bottles of liquor back as long as 1 of the bottles is a product made in the VI such as Cruzan Rum. Liquor boxes are free to check aboard your return flight!

Outside this allowance you

can mail gifts to friends and relatives (not includ­ing tobacco and alcohol)—one package a day to the same address up to $200.00 in value with no declaration.

This information is a summary of fact-specific issues. For the most up-to-date specifics on what you can bring back, go to www.cbp.gov or call the U.S. Customs & Border Protection (CBP), at (877) 287-8667.

Make important purchases here with double the Duty Free Allowance!

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Duty-FreeShopping ST. CROIX HANDMADE JEWELRY, A MUST!

ib designs – 773-4322 (say “eye-bee”)

An island favorite in historic Christiansted, this gallery is home to the distinctive designs of local artist/metalsmith, Whealan Massicott. Whealan has been crafting for over 20 years and is fortunate to have a fabulous team of artisans join him in creating magical jewelry. Being a musician at heart allows life’s movements, patterns, and rhythms to play out in his raw, organic designs.

Ib designs Feel Good Jewelry is a salute to the simplicity of life and to the inspiration of creativity. Come see our new Om, Gratitude, and Anchor collections.Truly artful, truly unique, truly Caribbean! Feel Good Jewelry for Feel Good People. Stop in to say hi to Whealan, Kris, and the rest of the ib family. Find us on Facebook. www.islandboydesigns.com

The Shoe Bar – 340-713-1445

Located at 55 Company Street, right next to the old “Kicks” location, is The Shoe Bar— St.Croix’s premier shoe boutique. carrying men’s and women’s shoes. Ladies can select from bcbg, Chinese Laundry,Vince Camuto, Jessica Simpson, Nine West, Bandolino, Naots and more. For the Gents, we have Nunn Bush (a Florsheim brand), Clarks, Kenneth Cole and Naots sandals and dress shoes. We are very proud to be the only authorized dealer for Naots in the Virgin Islands. Stop by and enjoy a glass of wine while you shop! Open Monday – Saturday, 10 am -5 pm. Facebook, The Shoe Bar VI.

ib designs feel good jewelry.

KINGS ALLEY

iTek Planet Wireless Repair - 340-773-4835

We repair all kinds of broken mobile devices—cell phones (any type of damage - literally anything, we’ve seen it all), iPods, gaming systems, iPads, laptops, and more. Our company focuses on customer service, using only highly trained technicians to complete your repairs, and we can complete most while you wait or typically within 24 hours. Don’t be out of touch with an inoperable device! Having a reliable repair service on St. Croix that you can count on is a must to protect your investment and ensure that your devices are running in tip top condition. We’re located in King’s Alley, just off the boardwalk. Open Monday - Saturday, 10 am - 6 pm. www.itekplanetwireless.com - Facebook & Yelp!

KING STREET

Panache Jewelers – 340-719-6624

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Finally, Panache Jewelers has arrived on St. Croix! With over 20 years of fine jewelry experience, Kevin Banani established Panache Jewelers in 2009 to meet the needs of the St Croix customer—fine jewelry inspired by romance, passion, and the beauty of the Virgin Islands. Your Authorized Dealer for Bulova, Seiko, and Michael Kors watches, Angelique de Paris bracelets, rings, & earings, Maralago Larimar, Rebecca, & Lauren G. Adams jewelry. Panache also carries a wide assortment of hook bracelets, & 14K gold, silver, & diamond fine jewelry. Distinctive Style.

Distinctive Quality. Distinctively You. Come visit Your Ultimate Jewelry Destination on King Street, Christiansted. Open Monday – Saturday, 9:30- 6 pm and Sundays, 11 -3 pm during Season.

E•den South, [eed-n south] n: The Best of St. Croix

Tastes of History Within Your Reach Traditional Foodways Made Easy ■ Handcrafted Preserves & Syrups ■ Rainforest Inspired T-shirts - All Ages ■ Jack’s Bay Pepper Sauce ■ Reusable Printed Canvas Bags ■ The Occasional Serendipitous Delight Monday - Saturday, 10 am - 4 pm 3 Company Street, Christiansted

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Duty-Free Shopping LOCAL ST. CROIX TALENT & PRODUCTS EVERYWHERE!

ADORN - offering a curated collection of unique gifts, home decor, and lifestyle items.

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PAN AM PAVILION

QUEEN CROSS STREET

Nested in St. Croix’s historic Christiansted, and embedded in the hearts and minds of everyone who has entered through its doors, is the Purple Papaya Souvenir and Gift Shop.

The store is loaded with a full line of souvenirs, cold drinks and snacks, the largest selection of embroidered tee shirts and sweatshirts, Hawaiian shirts and dresses, sun tan lotions, sunglasses, towels, hats & caps, disposable cameras, batteries, and quality beach/swimwear for the entire family. So, if you are looking for excellent customer service, and quality merchandise, come on in. It’s the island’s number one spot for ALL your Duty Free shopping, and vacation needs. It’s where you always get more for Le$$!

ADORN is a new warm and welcoming brick and mortar nestled in downtown Christiansted.

ADORN was born to inspire making a home happier, to delight your loved ones, and to celebrate your inner whimsies. ADORN is bringing back the ART OF GIFTING offering a curated collection of unique, fun, and memorable items including home decor, jewelry, art, gift wrap, cards, and locally made products. ADORN is honored to support independent designers and handmade artists. Many of the entrepreneurs they support use their business and art to contribute to causes and projects globally. Follow them on Facebook & Instagram for new items, events, and more! Open 10 am - 5 pm Monday Saturday. www.adornstcroix.com

The Purple Papaya – 340-713-9412

340-773-4835

Adorn - 340-227-1343

Mon - Sat

Top Shoe Brands

55 Kings Alley, Christiansted

■ Men’s ■ Women’s A glass of wine while you shop.

10 am - 6 pm

We fix iPhones, Tablets, Androids, Accessories, & more...

FREE

Tempered-Glass Screen Protector with iPhone Repairs!

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Find local art, books, and gifts for you and your pet Carole Dastugue at Blue Mutt.

Hotheads – 340-773-7888

This trendy shop has swimwear for all shapes and sizes including hard-to-find separates, cup sizes, long torso, and attractive styles for full-figured women. We also carry colorful sarongs, cover-ups, bags, great accessories, casual and dressy clothing, and sandals.

And…the reason for the name – hats, hats, and more hats! Come see us in our new location on Queen Cross Street near Strand.

We’re open 7 days a week, Monday – Saturday, 10 am – 6 pm and Sundays, 11 am – 4 pm.

BCBG, Jessica Simpson, Vince Camuto, Nunn Bush, Clarks, & Naots, just to name a few.

55 Company Street • 340-713-1445

ADORNSTCROIX.COM ADORNSTCROIX.COM

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Have you ever been to a Danish Homestead? The Lawaetz Family Museum, on Mahogany Road in Frederiksted, opens the doors to Danish family life over a hundredyear period.

Authentic furniture, storied relics, gracious grounds.

Listed on the National Historic Registry.

Wednesdays, 11 am - 2 pm and Saturdays, 10 am 2 pm. 340-220-0466, www.ridge2reef.org.

Style and comfort in Naot best-sellers. Buy in store or order at The Shoe Bar!

Susan Wall

Inspired by the sea, hand-crafted Larimar, Agate, and Quartz Crystal pendants.

Susan Wall

One of the largest manufacturers of fine jewelry in the USVI & craft center

Local Artisan Gifts, Souvenirs, Exotic Liquors, Rare Cigars!

340.719.0672 www.islandbracelets.com

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Crucian Gold is the studio home of The Bishop Family and team of artisans who design and create original jewelry pieces in gold, silver, copper, and local, recycled and eco-friendly materials reminiscent of their life on St. Croix.

The founder, Brian Bishop, grew up sailing and diving in the waters of St. Croix and started tying sailing knots in precious metals as a hobby in the 1970s. He began selling his first jewelry pieces from a handmade mahogany box he carried with him to display and share his budding passion.

Now, Therese and Nathan Bishop can be found creating new designs inspired by the history, people, and natural environment of this island.

Their story continues to grow—be a part of it!

Crucian Gold, Strand Street, Christiansted Island Bracelets by Crucian Gold.

Sasha Alexander

Purple Papaya for the largest selection of ladies and men’s swimwear!

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QUEEN CROSS ...cont.

JOYIA-Inspirational Jewelry – 713-4JOY (4569)

Artist and jeweler, Joyia Jones, invites you to visit her family-operated studio where we create handcrafted jewelry using silver, gold, and precious stones. Set your intention with our free engraving that allows you to customize your Joyia jewelry with an inspirational word, name, or date. Check out our collection of one-of-a-kind antique spoon pendants, cuffs, and rings. Jump on the trend of mixing metals with our stackable rings and bangles and don’t forget to take a look at our unique square jewelry – we have square rings, bangles, and necklaces! Be inspired. Be creative. Be intentional. Check us out on Facebook and Instagram! MondaySaturday 10am-5pm. Queen Cross Street www.joyiajewelry.com

Trendy swimwear for all shapes and sizes at Hotheads!

Nicole Canegata

Tropical Bracelet Factory Outlet – 340-719-0672

Stop into Joyia Inspirational Jewelry to get your handmade stack rings and or square bracelets!

We are not only a store but an attraction not to be missed specializing in magnificent jewelry made on the premises. See how your special piece is designed, created, and finished through our studio’s glass windows. View our extensive collection of stainless steel, copper, platinum, gold, and silver earrings, pendants, and rings.

We have the largest selection of island bracelets, chaney, Larimar, conch, diamonds of all colors and sizes, certified ancient coins, natural pearls including the most unique of them all— “The Queen Conch Pearl.” Free rum samples from our extensive liquor collection available daily. Stop in for a rare cigar to commemorate your vacation. Known for our locally made crafts and collectables, take home a real souvenir made right here on St. Croix. Open Monday – Saturday, 10-6pm.

ADORN style for your life and home.

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Duty-Free Shopping WE’VE GOT THE STORES; WE’VE GOT YOUR STYLE! Oakley, Costa, Gucci, Juicy, Marc Jacobs, Polaroid & Suncloud. We have the best assortment of fine Swiss & fashion watches on St. Croix. Be tempted by our wide selection of liquors, fine bourbons, scotches & rums from around the world plus cigars in our humidor. Stateside packaging service! Open Mon Sat 10 – 6 pm. www.bacidutyfree.com

Crucian Gold- 340-773-5241 Crucian Gold is home to a family of jewelry artisans.

Discover how Crucian Gold’s original designs are inspired by the history, people, and natural environment of St. Croix. Visit our studio where we hand make jewelry in our on-site workshop. Enjoy unique silver and gold pieces crafted from recycled and ecofriendly sources. Monday-Saturday 10-5pm,www. cruciangold.com, sales@cruciangold.com

Peachcan Gallery – 888-695-6536

STRAND STREET Baci Duty Free – 340-773-5040 On the corner of Queen Cross & Strand, we’re here to serve your island shopping needs. Elegant stones are set in precious metals by designers such as Vahan. Kattan, Lafonn & Colore; there’s a large assortment of handmade island hook bracelets in silver, gold & Black Titanium from The Hook Company; beautiful hand-painted enamel jewelry

by Belle Etoile; amazing sterling silver jewelry from “butterfly wings’ to the Gem of the Caribbean— Larimar, or our local chaney. Consider our authentic treasure coins or South Sea Pearls for a one-of-a kind jewelry purchase. Sunglasses include Maui Jim,

Rosa Asencio Silversmith

Downtown Christiansted

locally sourced art. Endless candy bowl.

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Expect the best from Silversmith, Rosa Asencio!

For over 14 years, her unique, handmade silver jewelry has received the highest level of customer satisfaction. In addition to forging, hammering, texturizing and soldering, Rosa uses the Lost Wax Casting Method— an ancient process dating back thousands of years to ancient Egypt, Greece and Rome.

Although demanding, it is still the best method for capturing exquisite detail in metal objects rewarding the artisan with an object of great individuality. Visit the store to see the complete collections of earrings, necklaces, pendants, and bracelets, inspired by the island’s beauty and culture. “Something is bound to catch your eye!” Located on Strand Street in Caravelle Arcade, next to Dashi. www.rjshandmadedesigns.com, Facebook

Native Crucian, Richard A. Schrader, Sr. has done it again! Book 29 is here! “Celebration Volume II: Salute to the Living and the Dead” is a second book of fun photographs, many taken by Schrader himself.

Elders, musicians, culture bearers, fisherman, sailors, farmers, and shopkeepers line the pages in wonderful memory-lane style! A great gift and keepsake of

Bimonthly-changing exhibits. exhibits.

Imported Bimonthly-changing Importedand and locally sourced art. Endless candy bowl.

Bimonthly-changing Imported locally sourced art. exhibits.

Endless candy bowl. and Strand Street, Caravelle Arcade #5

RJS Handmade Designs – 340-642-3291

Richard A. Schrader – 340-513-2278

340-642-3291

HANDMADE DESIGNS

Crucian history and social changes over the years.

“Celebration Volume II…” is available in hardcover for $30. at these stores—Caribbean Museum Center for the Arts, St. George Village Botanical Garden Museum Store, Nanos Gift Shop, Art at Top Hat, Eden South, Blue Mutt, and My Lord Variety Store in Barron Spot.

Downtown Christiansted 2&3 Strand Strand Street Street 2&3 (888) 695-6536 Downtown Christiansted Monday to Saturday, 1 p.m.–6 p.m.

(888) 695-6536

Tuesday – Saturday, p.m. – 6 p.m.

2&3 Strand1Street

(888) 695-6536 Monday to Saturday, 1 p.m.–6 p.m.

Richard A. Schrader’s photo book

NOW AVAILABLE!

Join us in this journey through the legs of moko jumbies, under the aquamarine Caribbean sea, and into a surreal realm somewhere between memories, dreams, premonitions, and reality.

David Berg

Feeling the rhythm, RJS Handmade Designs SS Dancing Lady pendant!

Susan Wall

Welcome to the Gallery! We specialize in contemporary originals from artists working locally, on the mainland, and around the globe. Presented in a serene, modernist setting in Christiansted, inspired by downtown Manhattan’s vibrant gallery scene, our exhibits run the gamut of styles and media—from figurative oil-on-canvas to high-art photography to sculpture, drawings, and Japanese anime stills. Step past the tiffany blue shutters, into frosty tranquility of the air-conditioned space, and contemplate the meaning of life, death, hopes, dreams... and beyond from the comfort (more or less) of two austerely minimalist benches, Endless candy bowl, frequent Rosé. From August, Peachcan Gallery presents local artist David Berg and his exhibit, “Memories of noname” - A collection of never before seen images from around the Caribbean Islands. He is also the cover artist of St. Croix This Week for August and September.

This is truly a celebration— a grand reunion of folks gathered together under a huge tent of memories.

340-513-2278 See listing above for retail locations.

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Small Wonder – 340-773-5551

A delightful children’s store filled with a large selection of swimsuits, sunhats, sunglasses, St. Croix tee shirts, sundresses & shirts in tropical prints—cool, 100% cotton & linen clothing for boys & girls in sizes from Newborn to Pre-teen.

Also find sturdy wooden educational toys, doll houses, rocking horses & train sets by Plan & Brio. Special items include sterling silver feeding spoons, ceramic piggy banks, adorable stuffed animals, dolls & doll furniture, children’s tables & chairs, baby & children’s accessories, plus year-round holiday & event costumes. Layaway & Baby Shower Registry available. Our new location is just steps from the Government Parking lot at 1110 Strand Street.

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Small Wonder for children’s clothing and toys from around the globe!

Just Steps from the Gov’t Parking Lot!

Tropical print Sundresses & Shirts Swimsuits and Sunglasses Sunhats St. Croix Tee Shirts Sun Hats, Swimsuits & Dresses Wooden Toys 4 Company St., Christiansted 1110 Strand Street, Christiansted

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Get sentimental. Joyia Inspirational Jewelry will engrave a favorite word, name, or date.

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Monday - Saturday, 10 am - 6 pm Queen Cross & Strand Street, Christiansted

DUTY FREE

340-773-5040 www.bacidutyfree.com

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Duty-Free Shopping ISLAND-MADE GIFTS FOR YOU, FRIENDS & FAMILY!

GALLOWS BAY Rare Finds – 340-713-9254 This fascinating shop is found at the gateway to Gallows Bay — turn left on East End Road at the By-Pass traffic light. Here you’ll discover an assortment of different, fun gifts and collectibles. Open Wednesday thru Saturday, they offer something old, something new, something for every taste and budget. Browse here for a memento of St. Croix. 713-9254.

Undercover Books – 340-719-1567

Rare Finds antiques & collectibles!

Susan Wall

If you are looking for an independent bookstore in St. Croix, Undercover Books & Gifts in Gallows Bay is it. The Bistro is located right next door, so you can enjoy a cup of coffee after browsing the shelves.

Undercover has everything you need in a bookstore.

You will find the latest in fiction, and non-fiction as well as a fantastic children’s section. Don’t be surprised if you run into one or two local writers while you’re there; they have a great local interest selection and provide a comprehensive representation of the local talent. www.undercoverbooksstcroix.com

AROUND THE ISLAND Ashley Furniture HomeStore – 340-778-6440

Antiques, Unique Gifts and Collectibles

340-713-9254

Your home is your haven and a reflection of your life and we are committed to helping you achieve your dream home with something to suit every room, every taste, and every budget. We have a large selection of Home Appliances, Accessories, Area Rugs, Bedding, Bedroom, Living Room, Dining Room, Entertainment, Home Office, and Outdoor furniture. We are passionate about serving you with the highest standards of excellence with knowledgeable sales professionals, friendly and polite delivery teams and dedicated customer care associates to answer questions and schedule

Undercover Books & Gifts

Gallows Bay, St. Croix

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Your independent bookstore has home accessories & gifts to go!

Undercover Books & Gifts

Exotic, one-of-a-kind furniture and accents at Sweet Lime Furnishings!

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Whimsical, hand-carved gourd bowls at The Museum Store.

Island life is all about fun, indoors and out, at Sweet Lime Furnishings!

Nicole Canegata

Susan Wall

delivery and service visits. Up to 36 months, 0% interest financing available. United Shopping Plaza, open Monday – Saturday, 9 am – 6:30 pm, Sunday, 11 am – 3 pm. www.ashley.com.vi, Facebook.

to special order for you. Find us open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 until 4, on Facebook, and on the web at www.sweetlimefurnishings.com.

Plaza Extra East – 340-778-6240

St. George Village Botanical Garden Museum Store specializes in botanically themed gifts, books and local art. Offering tasteful home decor and dazzling jewelry designs matched only by the Garden itself!

If you’re a cook you’ll find one of the best collection of cookbooks on the island and other kitchen items.

There’s great stuff for kids as well, with a focus on toys and books that are both fun and educational.

Remember your trip to the Botanical Garden and St. Croix with a memento from The Museum Store.

Open Mon - Sat, 10 - 4 pm & cruise ship days.

Great Price. Right Value. With great low prices, Plaza Extra East features thousands of your favorite grocery store brands as well as foreign specialty foods, bulk packaged items, a full service bakery, deli, and prime meat counter. Plaza offers a large produce section featuring fresh fruits, vegetables and herbs, including locally grown items. In addition to a wide selection of wine and spirits, Plaza Extra East is also home to Doctors Choice Pharmacy. Conveniently located in Peter’s Rest, Plaza Extra East is your one stop, shopping destination for all your grocery, home, and personal care needs. www.plazaextraeast.com

The Museum Store – 340-692-2874

Sweet Lime Furnishings – 340-719-6360

At Sweet Lime Furnishings we believe two things— You should be as comfortable outdoors as you are indoors and your home furnishings should make your life easier, not harder. Our outdoor furniture collection—the largest on St. Croix—is elegant unfinished teak, manmade wicker over an aluminum frame or durable plastic lumber with a 20-year warranty. Our sofas and chairs are covered in washable or Sunbrella fabrics. Our woods are teak, mahogany and other durable hardwoods.

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everyday 6:30am - 11:00pm

Location Peter’s Rest, St. Croix, USVI www.plazaextraeast.com

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Duty-Free Shopping Easy Shopping Guide

Art / Paintings Bath & Body Books / Cards Cameras Cigar Humidor Clothing - Children Clothing - Men Clothing - Women Coffee / T ea / Condiments Crystal / China Fashion Accessories Handbags Home Furnishings Jewelry Liquor Local Fruits / Preserves / Produce Music CD’s / DVD’s Mobile Device Repairs Perfume / Cosmetics Pet Supplies Shoes / Sandals / Hats Souvenirs / Gifts Sunscreen Supermarket / Deli / Bakery Swimwear Tee Shirts Toys Watches

WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FOR?

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Franklin’s on the Waterfront

Come West and experience St. Croix’s chic destination gift emporium! Delight your senses with St. Croix’s largest scented candle selection. Olfactory nirvana from companies such as Voluspa, Seda France, Mer-Sea, Barr and Co., and Franklin’s signature scent “VOLCANO” from Aspen Bay. Franklin’s specializes in sumptuous Holiday and Home Decor. Franklin’s offers The Caribbean’s largest selection of luxury Kim Seybert Tabletop Decor. Cool, hip gifts, decorative pillows, and hip fresh jewelry for men and women await. You will not believe you are on St. Croix! We offer phenomenal, all natural bath and body products from Archilepago. Franklin’s also features a fantastic collection of local artists’ goods! Come check us out! Open Monday-Friday at 10:00, Sundays during December, and all cruise ship days!

West is Best!

Have a Heart! Mix and Match Your Favorite Heart with Your Favorite Board! Great Gift Giving Ideas for Every Occasion! Located on the Beautiful Waterfront. Downtown Frederiksted! West is Best!

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Delight your Senses

JEWELRY

CANDLES

ISLAND DECOR

ISLAND LIFE

Located On The Beau�ful Frederiksted Waterfront - 218 Strand Street Monday - Saturday 10 am to 4 pm and all cruise ship Sundays Tel: 340-643-3830

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Dining on St. Croix CHRISTIANSTED

an eclectic blend of world cuisines along with a unique and affordable wine list, and drink specials from the most complete bar on the island.

Open 7 days a week, Happy Hour, 4–6 pm daily. www.angrynates.com, Facebook.

Shrimp Coctail, balter style.

Daniel Gritzer

Angry Nates Boathouse & Seafood Emporium – 340-692-6283 Enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner or Sunday brunch on our boardwalk patio or in our breezy open-air restaurant overlooking the beautiful Christiansted Harbor. Sit back and watch the local fishing boats deliver their daily catch of Wahoo, Tuna, or Mahi-Mahi—we specialize in the fresh seafood that is brought to our dock every day. Creative dinner options incorporate

Avocado Pitt – 340-773-9843 This boardwalk bistro cafe, adjacent to Ft. Christiansvaern, on the harbor, is a must for your stay on St. Croix—visitors return year after year!

Try our signature breakfast of granola with fresh fruit and yogurt; eggs served any style. Lunch features include spicy tuna wrap, deli-style sandwiches, burgers or a lunch special that changes daily. Afternoon ‘snackers’ find ice cream, smoothies, beer, and rum. Box lunches available for your Buck Island trip, beach day, or dive adventure. Call ahead or order on the day. Voted “Best Breakfast on St Croix” multiple years by the readers of the Daily News. Open daily from 7:00 am. Facebook. balter – 340-719-5896 Located on Company Street at Queen Cross Street, balter is a fine dining experience unlike any other on St. Croix. Award-winning chef, Digby Stridiron, utilizes fresh, locally grown ingredients to create a contemporary West Indian

Snow & Rum Balls Ice Cream Breakfast Lunch, Coffee Pirate Store!

340-201-0882

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK!

340-719-5896

8 AM - 6 PM

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Open 7 Days a Week for Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner SUNDAY BRUNCH

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Amazing Drinks at BES Craft Cocktail Lounge!

cuisine with a unique flair. Stop by the bar where you can try a delicious, seasonal “Farm to Glass” cocktail also using fresh, local ingredients. Wine lovers, choose from more than 150 wines, handpicked by Sommelier and owner, Patrick Kralik.

‘Come in as a stranger, eat and drink as a friend, and leave feeling like family.’ Open Monday – Saturday, Happy Hour, 5 - 7 pm, and Dinner, 6 – 10 pm. Closed Sundays. www.balterstx.com, Facebook.

Barefoot Pirate Snow & Rum Ball Shack 340-244-6599 Arrg!! Calling all Skallywags to Barefoot Pirate Snow & Rum Ball Shack! Enjoy New Orleansstyle snow (or rum) balls in 25 flavors, awesome, Southern-style breakfast and lunch and an all-day Coffee Bar. We cater To Go; call your order in advance for a quicker pick-up. Choose from hotdogs, hamburgers, veggie burgers, sides, wraps, home-made ice cream, milk shakes, soft serve, nachos, smoothies, popcorn, chips, beer, wine, rum drinks and our famous FRITO PIE! ‘Grab and Go’ shop has pirate souvenirs, sunglasses, sun block, and snacks. Off the boardwalk in Kings Alley next to BREWSTX. Open 7 days a week, 8 am – 6 pm.

Friday Nights, Live Music, 5:30 – 8:30 pm, www.barefootpiratesnowballs.com, Facebook.

CRAFT COCKTAILS

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juices & fitness center

HOUSEMADE

Yoga - Barre - Smoothies Juice - Breakfast - Lunch

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SYRUPS & BITTERS

BEER & WINE GOOD VIBES

Monday - Saturday, 8 am - 6 pm

WED-SAT // 5PM-UNTIL KITCHEN OPEN UNTIL MIDNIGHT

www.thecourtyardstx.com

340.773.2985

340-773-7728 On the Christiansted Boardwalk overlooking the Harbor www.angrynates.com• 340• 692-6283 www.angrynates.com 692-6283

LIQUOR INFUSIONS

Kalima Center, King Street, across from Government House

53B Company St. (near the corner of Queen Cross & Company St.) BesCraftCocktailLounge@gmail.com

@bes.stx

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Locally-sourced, organic dishes all day long at The Courtyard.

Q Studio

BES Craft Cocktail Lounge – 340-773-2985 Whether we source our ingredients from one of St. Croix’s local farms, forage for them in the bush or utilize our local fisherman, we create the best quality house-made liquor infusions, syrups & bitters, craft cocktails, and tapas. Our mission is to provide cocktails and culinary artistry that connect our patrons to the magic that is St. Croix. You can come relax, listen to eclectic music, engage in conversation, and munch on some Saltfish Gundy & Breadfruit Tostones while sipping on a Crucian Queen. The vibe is love and all kind hearts are welcome. Wednesday – Saturday, 5 pm – 12 am. Facebook, Instagram.

BREWSTX – 340-719-6339 BREWSTX is the ONLY restaurant and mocrobrewery in the VI located on the beautiful Christiansted boardwalk. The two-level waterfront venue provides spectacular views and great photo ops! The menu features house-smoked meats and cheeses, fresh fish dishes, and many veggie options including a ‘build-your-own’ salad or wrap and tempeh Reuben sandwich! Enjoy any meal with one of our HOUSE brews on tap! (Full bar available). Open Monday – Saturday, 11 am – 10 pm, Sun, 11 am - 9 pm. www.brewstx.com, Facebook.

The Courtyard - 340-773-7728 Right across the street from Government House on King Street, you’ll find the hidden oasis called The Courtyard. Known for its locally-sourced, organic cold press juices, and fresh fruit smoothies, they now offer soups, salads, sandwiches and quiche along with Vegan and gluten- free options! Sip a cup of coffee, relax, and take a peek at our latest ‘artist-of-the-month’ works on display. Most weekends, we offer Art, Yoga, or Wine and Food Workshops; schedule on our Facebook page. Open Monday - Saturday, 8 am - 6 pm; give us a call for drive-thru or pick-up service! We’re available for private parties up to 50 people. www.thecoutyardstx.com, Facebook.

Ital In Paradise ­­— 340-473-7373 This is your #1 Ital and Vegetarian restaurant in Christiansted offering homemade veggie burgers, roasted cauliflower, and gluten-free, egg-free, and dairy-free daily specials that will delight your senses & stimulate your tastebuds. Refresh with island-favorite drinks like green foods chlorophyll or creamy, delicious peanut punch. Try our coconut curry tofu

Build-your-own-salad at BREWSTX on the boardwalk!

and coconut rice served with kale and baby bella mushrooms! Find your way to Ital in Paradise, upstairs next to Riddims on Queen Cross Street. Open Monday - Saturday 11:30 am - 8:30 pm. Facebook!

Eat Fresh. Eat Local. Eat Righteous!

The best spot on the Boardwalk for Burgers & Beer!

Kitchen Open, Mon - Sat, 11 am - 11 pm Sun, 11 am - 10 pm

340-773-ZION Taste of St. Croix 2016:

BAR OPEN LATE!

340-773-3400

★1st Place Appetizer - People’s Choice ★1st Place Beverage - Best Presentation Beautiful Open Air Courtyard and Open Kitchen it’s a great place to eat!

(340) 713-4825 22-20 QUEEN CROSS ST. CHRISTIANSTED VIRGIN ISLANDS 00820

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● Sustainable Fresh Food ● Hand-crafted Cocktails ● Monthly Wine Club Tues - Sun, 5 -10 pm King Cross Street, Christiansted

www.zionmodernkitchen.com

The ONLY Restaurant

& Microbrewery in the VI Right on the Boardwalk!

Open, Mon - Sat, 11 am - 10 pm Sun, 11 am - 9 pm

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Mahi Fish Tacos! We think we have “The Best Pizza” in the Caribbean! Open Monday – Saturday, 11 am – 11 pm; Sunday, 12 – 9 pm.

Free Wi-Fi and plug-in power station. Largest World Map on island here, so you’ll always know where you are, when You Are Here! www.yahstx.com, Facebook.

Zion Modern Kitchen – 340-773-ZION On King Cross Street, in historic Quin House, Zion Modern Kitchen is a breath of fresh air.

Our motto is “Quality ingredients & backto-basic traditional preparations.” Menu includes in-house pastas, ricotta and mozzarella, fresh fish, lobster and main dishes with pick-your-own sauce and side. The lively bar is in the kitchen; watch the chefs and pick up some cooking tips! Award-winning cocktails integrate local juices, syrups and bitters with fruits, flowers, and roots; wine list covers flavor, region, and price with a knowledgeable staff to guide you. Private A/C dining room for parties up to 50. Open Tuesday - Sunday, 5 - 10 pm. www.zionmodernkitchen, Facebook.

Find your ‘Best Pizza’ at You Are Here in Kings Alley.

SHUPE’S on the Boardwalk – 340-773-3400 Looking for something affordable and quick?

Look no further! Shupe’s on the Boardwalk offers casual waterfront dining, featuring fresh, handground burgers, hand-cut fries, chicken wings, soft-serve ice cream, and more. All meals served in an easy-travel paper bag. Of course, a full bar at your disposal as well! The best spot on the Boardwalk for burgers and beer! Open Monday – Saturday, 11 am – 11 pm, Sunday, 11 am – 10 pm. Facebook.

You Are Here Bar & Grille – 340-713-0246 A unique, fun, and upbeat restaurant, merging local and continental cuisine, You Are Here Bar & Grille is just off the boardwalk in Kings Alley and next to the Kings Alley Hotel. As a ‘Taste of St. Croix’ Award Recipient, try our 1st Place Shrimp Corndawgs and our Award-winning

Great Food!

Great Fun! Great Times!

Best Pizza in the Caribbean!

In Kings Alley just off the Boardwalk

340-713-0246 www.yahstx.com

★Bring this ad in for a free Cruzan Rum drink

with food purchase! One per customer per day.

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Try Snow Cat Coffee Stout, Hookiebobb India Pale Ale, Creedence Pilsner, or Horseshoe & Hand Gerades Extra Special Bitter Ale from Colorado’s Crazy Mountain Brewery at Ale House.

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Ale House – 340-277-7617 Satisfy your beverage palate with 270 Craft Beers and 200 Wine Labels from around the world! From the “Sacred Seven” Trappist beers to Lambics; from hard root beer to an organic chocolate stout and gluten-free beers. We even have beer for those who don’t like beer! We also carry boutique spirits and sodas—a full retail liquor store with a Full Bar serving 12 Beers on Draft (like Rogue Dead Guy, Piraat, Devil’s Triangle, Kelly’s Cider, Cueve de Chateau, and Kolsch), AC and TVs with indoor or outdoor seating! Located in Gallows Bay, one block from Seaside Market next to Caribbean Printing. Open Monday – Wednesday; call for an appointment.

270 Craft Beers - 200 Wines All New - Full Bar!

Mexican Restaurant & Sports Bar

12 Beers on Draft!

AC / TVs! Indoor and Outdoor Seating!

Authentic Mexican Food

Best Margaritas & 9 Draft Beers on Tap!

LUNCH & DINNER

Open Mon - Wed Call for an appointment!

Monday 11 am - 9 pm Tuesday - Saturday 11 am - 10 pm

340-713-0222 Gallows Bay Marketplace

A Retail Liquor Store

340-277-7617

A block from Seaside Market next to Caribbean Printing

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Dining on St. Croix GALLOWS BAY / FREDERIKSTED for a huge selection of wines, gourmet cheeses, specialty food items, and the freshest meat and seafood on island. We feature a variety of convenient, ready-made foods including a fresh soup and salad bar, and a buffet featuring hot entrees and sides plus a large selection of fresh produce, including local selections, and a coffee & juice bar featuring your favorite coffee drinks, fresh squeezed juices and smoothies. Seaside Market & Deli – Eat Fresh. Live Smart. Facebook.

Lost Dog’s in-house handmade pasta lasagna.

New Menu!

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Maria’s Cantina & Sports Bar – 340-713-0222 This Mexican Restaurant & Sports Bar (little Mexico in Gallows Bay) is owned by Chef Maria Fonrouge—actually from Mexico! They will transport you there with authentic Mexican cui- sine—something for everyone—meat lovers to vegan. Burritos and Tacos, made-to-order, are served as fast as you can say “Andale!”

Special-value Kids Menu. Margaritas, Sangria, Micheladas, 9 Draft Beers, and Maria’s Signature Drinks made fresh daily. There are 14 TVs for our Sport Fans. Eat in AC or in the courtyard.

Kitchen open Monday, 11 am – 9 pm, Tuesday – Saturday, 11 am – 10 pm. Follow us on Facebook for menus and daily specials.

Seaside Market & Deli – 340-719-9393 Seaside Market & Deli is St. Croix’s only gourmet market! With a full-service bakery and deli, Seaside offers made-to-order sandwiches, fresh breads, deli meats, and a variety of sweet treats. Shop Seaside

Beach Side Café ­— 340-772-1205 or 340-772-1266 The Beach Side Café at Sand Castle on the Beach Hotel in Frederiksted offers guests fine dining on the island’s best beach for fun in the sun and spectacular sunsets. Fresh seafood, American and local dishes, along with tropically inspired craft cocktails and house-made desserts – all sure to please. Open Thursday through Monday for lunch from 11 am – 3 pm, dinner from 5 – 9 pm with light fare between, as well as our ever-popular Sunday Brunch starting at 10 am, the Beach Side Café and Sand Castle on the Beach Hotel provide everything necessary for a true St. Croix experience. www. beachsidecafestx.com, Facebook.

What could be more refreshing than Minty Ginger Beer Lemonade?

Beachside Café

Seaside Market for fresh soup and salad bar plus hot entrees and sides on buffet!

True Island Taste Lunch Dinner Cocktails

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Dining on St. Croix FREDERIKSTED / EAST END Brunch, 10 am – 3 pm. Closed Tuesday and Thursday. See our daily menus on Facebook.

“Our huge, catered Salad Bar!”

Blue Water Terrace

Ciboné – 3240-719-2663 Ciboné is a new and exciting dining experience on King Street in Frederiksted, in the charming Limetree Courtyard, featuring local farm-fresh ingredients and wild-caught seafood! 3rd Place Entrée Winner, 2017 Taste of St. Croix! Open Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday for Dinner, 6 – 10 pm. Friday and Saturday Tapas and live jazz from 10 pm – 12 pm. Sunday

Lost Dog Pub – 340-772-3526 Located one block from the Frederiksted Pier, L.D.P. has been a St. Croix institution for over 20 years. See why we have been voted Best ‘Sports Bar,’ ‘Most Entertaining Bar Staff,’ ‘Karaoke,’ and ‘Pizza’ by the readers of the VI Daily News.

Unique decor, eclectic juke box, darts, foosball and always sports TV. Yearly events include Jouvert All Night Pajama Party, St. Paddy’s Day week-long party with legendary parade float, Prom Fundraiser, and July 4th Pizza Eating Competition. 3rd Saturdays its karaoke and Thursdays its crafts. Family friendly with a cool, casual vibe. Open for lunch Thursdays and Fridays; early on Sundays for football. Facebook.

New Bar Menu is off and running—tried Fondue lately?

Tap Deck Bar & Biliards – 340-773-5227 Tune-out and tap-in at Tap Deck, located on the waterfront, in front of the Frederiksted Pier! Enjoy draft beer, fine wines, fresh cocktails and play pool inside our air-conditioned bar and dining room. Or watch the sun set from our outdoor gallery! Tap Deck serves a late lunch and dinner including cheese and charcuterie selections, salads,

appetizers and fondue! Located on the 2nd floor, entrance via the beautiful “Pier 69” courtyard.

Open daily from 3 pm – 11 pm. Tap Deck is also the headquarters of Lyric Sails, so come in, book a sail and relax pre-and post-sail! Follow us on FB @TapDeckSTX and at lyricsails.com/tapdeckstx.

Tap Deck Bar & Billards

Restaurant & Catering St. Croix’s East End, Gorgeous Buck Island View!

SEE YOU SOON, PAULI, LORI, & JEDI

“

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Sunday Brunch, 9 am - 3 pm • 7 Nights, Dinner, 5 pm - 9 pm, RSVP a must!

To Go Menu plus Delivery Option Available!

Think of us for your catered parties, private functions overlooking Buck Island, sweet tooth fix, last-minute lunch box, chicken picnics, ice cream cravings, pizza-n-beer Sunday afternoons, raw ingredients, emergency necessities & the finest cuisine & spirits.

” Restaurant: Hand-cut Steaks & Fresh Local Seafood, Lori’s Famous Fried Chicken, Crab-Stuffed Wahoo, Apple BBQ Ribs, Rack of Lamb, Fresh Lobster Dishes & our Homemade Stone-Baked Pizza!

Market: Fresh Local Produce, Wine, Beer, Imported Cheeses.

Deli: Hot & Cold Sandwiches, Gourmet Salads, Pizza, Ice Cream, Coffee Bar, Bakery & Take Out!

fine seafood 340-719-2663

Fresh Pizza, Pasta & More!

Juke Box, Darts, Video Games, Sports TV! • 7 days a week

OPEN FOR LUNCH & DINNER!

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Mon - Fri, Noon - 1 am Sat & Sun, Open at 4pm

New Menu!

14 King Street, Frederiksted

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specials. “There’s nothing like a hamburger at Cheeseburger’s (overheard recently), the East End Headquarters for food, fun, and frolic!” Facebook.

Snapper with Coconut Jasmine Pilar at Cibone!

Blue Water Terrace – 340-692-BLUE (2583) A restaurant and catering business with a fabulous view across from Buck Island! Specialties are steaks and seafood, ‘Lori’s Famous’ Fried Chicken, BBQ ribs, lasagna, chicken pot pie, hot and cold sandwiches, paninis, salads, and pizzas.

Find local produce, wine, beer, and imported cheeses in the Market along with ice cream, a bakery and coffee bar. Open 7 nights for dinner from 5 pm - 9 pm. Brunch-Lunch, Sundays from 9 am - 5 pm. We cater parties, here or at your house! Call ahead for reservations, catering parties, or to have your food ready for pick up! www.bluewaterterrace.com, Facebook.

The Buccaneer Restaurants – 340-712-2100 Minutes east of Christiansted, The Buccaneer celebrates its 70th year; family-owned and operated for three generations! Lunch is served at The Mermaid, 11:30 am - 5:30 pm daily, dinner, Monday and Tuesday until 8:30 pm.

The Monday Night Grill has live music, beach games and fire dancers. The Terrace has sunsets from the lounge, craft cocktails at the Bar from 4 pm (bar menu from 5 pm), and fine dining Wednesday through Sunday, 6 – 9 pm, with live seasonal entertainment. Menus offer fresh and wild-caught fish and shrimp, prime meats, locally-sourced salads, pastas, and vegetarian dishes. There’s an extensive wine list and a children’s menu. Reservations recommended.

Member of Historic Hotels of America; awarded “Best Sunset Bar” by Bride’s Magazine. www.thebuccaneer.com, Facebook.

Cheeseburgers in Paradise – 340-718-1118 For the best in local and off-island entertainment, check out this schedule. We have the legendary Llewellyn singing songs of the Caribbean on Saturday nights and Brian Wilson on Sunday.

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Deep End Bar & Grill — 340-718-7071 Tucked between Tamarind Reef Resort & Spa and Green Cay Marina sits the Deep End Bar & Grill serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner 7 days a week! Dine undercover, poolside, or on the beach all with a smashing view of Green Cay! With a great selection of tropical blender drinks and a diverse menu, there is something for everyone.

Come see us for Weeknight Specials – Monday, Mango BBQ Ribs, Tuesday, Jamaican Me Crazy, Wednesday, buy 1 burger and get 1/2 price on the 2nd one, Thursday, Disco Bingo, Friday, Crab Races, Saturday, Chef ’s Choice, Sunday Jazz Brunch. Open from 7 am - 9 pm daily. www.newdeepend.com, Facebook.

Divi Carina Bay Resort – 340-773-9700 This East End resort offers a variety of dining options in three different restaurants all with magnificent ocean views! Starlite Grille serves breakfast 7 days a week and themed dinners 3-4 evenings a week. Try the unique Rock Dinner menu where every protein is served sizzling, on a hot lava rock! Caribbean Beach BBQ, with steel pans, dancers, and Mocko Jumbies, is Thursday nights. The Dockside Restaurant & Big Al’s Bar serves lunch and dinner poolside with themed BBQs and buffets. East End Pizza, is a casual, open-air restaurant for late afternoon snacks and dinner; try the “Pleasure Spot” signature drink! Reservations recommended. www.divicarina.com, Facebook.

Duggan’s Reef — 340-773-9800 It’s easy to see why this beachfront restaurant, an informal, open-to-the-breeze spot overlooking Buck Island, has been a local favorite for more than 30 years—voted Best Seafood on St. Croix by readers of the Daily News! Start off with drinks or your choice from the wine list

Tuna ‘Tantilizer’ poolside at The Deep End Bar.

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with local conch chowder. We specialize in local lobster and fresh fish. Also enjoy pasta, filet mignon, and our choice of freshly prepared desserts. Try Frank Duggan’s Sunday Brunch, 11 am – 2 pm, with Eggs Benedict, weekly specials, & $3. Mimosas or Bloody Marys. Reservations welcomed! Dinner served 7 nights a week. Closed two weeks in September.

The Galleon – 340-718-9948 Strikingly situated on the Green Cay Marina waterfront, The Galleon has been an island institution since 1984. We feature a contemporary menu with a variety of steaks, seafood and unique creations including our signature dish—a 10-oz Angus Tenderloin Filet crowned with succulent local lobster, Béarnaise sauce and cabernet demi-glace. The Galleon offers the freshest fish on island and vegetarians will be sure to love our Meatless Meatballs! Guests arriving early will be treated to beautiful sunsets and friendly Happy-Hour prices from our eclectic wine list. We have gated security, ample parking and cool A/C! Reservations recommended. Open daily, 4 - 10 pm. Facebook

Open 365 Days

Dine Undercover, Poolside, or on the Beach!

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Farm to Table — Local Markets ARTfarm, LLC – 340-514-4873 Sat, 10-12 noon Luca Gasperi offers quality organic fruits, vegetables, herbs, & more! www.artfarmllc.com La Reine Farmers Market – 340-778-0998 Sat, 6:30 am – 11 am, Wed, 6 am – 6 pm VI Dept of Agriculture features vendors with local vegetables, fruits, plants, & trees.

Fine gourmet dining with an extensive wine list at The Buccaneer!

Cast Iron Pot – 340-692-2477 Here lies the essence of Local Cuisine! “We strive to preserve tradition and culture while keeping a modern flare and extend our hospitality and authentic flavors to the St. Croix community and our visitors.” Hearty dishes are prepared in

a family-style atmosphere by Burton Peterson, award-winning local chef and caterer. He prepares ‘land to sea’ dishes, such as Savory Stewed Chicken, Salt Fish Gundy, Red Peas Soup, Catchof-the-Day, Pot Fish, fresh Local Beef, Coconut Bread Pudding and homemade cakes with

Sajah Farm – 340-773-8065 or 277-6046 Mon – Fri, 10 am – 5 pm, Sat, 7 am – 5 pm Dale and Yvette Browne offer livestock, eggs, & organically grown vegetables. www.sejahfarm.com Southgate Corner Farmer’s Market – 340-332-3932 Sat, 8 am – Noon Produce, fresh & preserved local fruit, fresh baked goods, local honey, local eggs, handmade soaps, herb and ornamental plants, small fruit trees.

Tropics Hydroponics Farm – 340-227-5546 Mon - Fri, 8 am - 4 pm, Sat, 8 - 12 noon, Sat, La Reine Market Brian McCulough specializes in Bibb lettuce, vine-ripened tomatoes, & other vegetables.

The Terrace

Fine Dining and Casual Fare Spectacular Sunsets Live Evening Entertainment

The Mermaid

Casual Beachfront Lunches Beachfront Games Monday Night Beach Grill Crucian Pig Roast

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Try our Kalaloo of experiences! From modern day stone-aged cooking with the Rok Dining to the most raved about pizza at East End Pizza. Mixing our Caribbean Culture with American flare check out the Caribbean Beach BBQ Dinner on Thursday Or watch as things heat up with the Fire Dancers on Tuesday Nights.

Reservations are required.

Call (340) 773-9700!

VI Locally Grown Market – 340-220-0466 Wed, 3:30 pm Lawaetz Family Museum. Buy from a collective of sustainable & organic growers or preorder at www.vi.locallygrown.net Farm locations, pages 54-56. Days & times may change seasonally; call ahead or check websites.

For Divi Carina Bay Resort’s nightly entertainment scan this QR code with your Smartphone or by visiting us Facebook!

Divi Carina Bay All Inclusive Resort Where there’s fun for everyone! www.divicarina.com

Sejah Farm Arugula!

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love and passion. On Northside Road, Estate Princesse. Open Tuesday and Wednesday,11 am - 4 pm, Thursday - Saturday, 11 am - 9 pm, BBQ Friday nights with live entertainment!

Eat @ Cane Bay – 340-718-0360 Eat is a casual beachfront restaurant and bar with a spectacular view of the famous Cane Bay Beach on the Northshore! Enjoy a refreshing tropical drink munching on a variety of delicious appetizers, from local conch fritters and fresh tuna to spicy chicken wings, burgers, and tacos. Daily Happy Hour, 4 - 6 pm; open Saturdays and Sundays for breakfast, 9 am – 12 noon. Our award-winning chef offers dinner entrees like Grilled Ribeye and Mahi and in-house Smoked BBQ. Relax at sunset listening to great music from local bands four times a week. Whatever time of day, you’ll be glad you decided to Eat @ Cane Bay. Open Monday – Friday, 11 am- 9 pm and Sunday, 9 am – 9 pm. Facebook.

Certified Angus Mini-Sliders at Renaissace Carambola Beach Resort & Spa!

The Palms at Pelican Cove – 340-718-8920 A beautiful, beachside venue with indoor and outdoor, poolside dining, The Palms has a tantalizing menu to please every palate, including a special bar menu served until 10 pm. Celebrate the Holidays with family and friends with our themed menus and enjoy our weekly Caribbean Night Dinner Show with Mocko Jumbies, fire dancers, and live music, Mondays, 6 -9 pm. The Palms is an ideal location for your St. Croix destination wedding or other special event; business travelers will enjoy the 1000-square-foot, air-conditioned Meeting Room. Reservations recommended. www.palmspelicancove.com, Facebook.

Renaissance Carambola Beach Resort Restaurants – 340-778-3800 Sunday Champagne Brunch! Bring family and friends to enjoy culinary delights paired with a complimentary glass of champagne or experience our build-your-own Bloody Mary bar while relaxing to the sounds of a live band. Saman Restaurant, 11 am – 3 pm.

Friday Night Pirate’s Buffet! Kick off the weekend— enjoy all-you-can-eat crab legs and local-inspired cuisine. Hit the dance floor to the tunes of the live band or the late-night DJ and soak in the Caribbean spirit with performances by a Mocko Jumbie and fire dancers, Saman Restaurant, 6:30 pm. Happy Hour at Flamboyant Lounge!

Relax into the evening and enjoy specials on beer, rum, and wine every day from 4 pm – 6 pm and 20% off Appetizers. Call for reservations. www.renaissdancestcroix.com, Facebook.

EAT

Shrimp Scampi comes with waterfront sunsets and The Galleon an eclectic wine list!

Private Parties • Conference Room Daily Specials • Catering

Local Food & Bar Menu

Open daily 4pm - 10pm

Green Cay Marina

Free dessert with every entree ordered before 6 pm!

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5 - 9 pm

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Dining on St. Croix NORTHSHORE / MID ISLAND vibe and fabulous food. The menu is mostly Southern Italian with Neapolitan-style pizza, fresh pastas, and ricotta and mozzarella cheeses made in house. Also find some of the classics like osso buco, bolognese, tiramisu, and cannolis.

There’s a well-rounded wine list, predominately Italian, and some classic cocktails like Negroni’s and Aperol spritzers. Dine in or take out! Open Tuesday-Sunday, 5 – 9 pm. Call for reservation. www.unamorestx.com, Facebook.

Ace Roti Shop’s Peanut Punch!

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Un Amore, One Love – 340-692-9922 Frank and Katherine Pugliese have added another restaurant to their roster. Formerly of Bacchus and eat@canebay, Un Amore is a combination of Frank’s ancestral roots and their combined passion for all things Italian. Tucked away on the Princess Hill side of 5 Corners, this lively, warm and welcoming restaurant has a relaxed

Ace Roti Shop – 340-719-(ROTI)7684 “Calling All Curry Eaters!” Ace Roti Shop specializes in traditional Trinidadian Indian curries—find chicken, beef, goat, shrimp, fish, & conch on our daily menu. Soak up the delicious curry with these rotis—Dhal Puri & Paratha aka buss-up-shut. Saturdays, we serve a traditional Trinidadian hot appetizer, called “Doubles,” with our homemade Tamarind Chutney, featured on Andrew Zimmern’s Bizarre Foods. Local drinks include Sorrel, Mauby, Peanut Punch, and Tamarind; try our delicious Indian desserts!

Located in Castle Coakley, Route 681, just south of the Sunny Isle traffic light; look for the sign on the yellow fence! Open Tuesday – Saturday, 10 am – 5:30 See our menu on Facebook.

SUPERSTORE

BIGGEST SUPERMARKET IN THE VIRGIN ISLANDS! 5 minutes from the Airport • Open 7 days a week Largest selection of fine wines & spirits • Fresh produce Proud supporters of our local farmers Fresh USDA meats, poultry & seafood • Pharmacy in store

#14 Plessen • Frederiksted, VI 00840-4621

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Blue Water Terrace Restaurant & Catering

“Join us and let time stand still as you relax and take in the sweeping view of Buck Island, the Caribbean breeze, the old-country aroma of apple and pecan pie baking in the oven, and the decadent flavors you’re about to experience,” says owner Lori Giordano.

Operating multiple delis, restaurants, and markets during their 30 years combined experience on St. Croix, Lori and husband Pauli have built a reputation of excellence and expedience, and a knack for getting you what you need on the fly—from elegant wedding parties, last minute caterings, and Buck Island box lunches, to replacing the Thanksgiving turkey you’ve decided not to cook anymore!

And they’ve worked hard for the VI Daily News Reader’s Poll recognition as ‘Best Restaurant,’ and ‘Best Variety Menu’ on St. Croix.

Enjoy dinner all week and Brunch on Sunday on the terrace. As Captain Llew’s Charis dances through the reef, you’ll catch a wisp of Grandma Meme’s old country pastries fresh from the oven, woopie pies and magic squares, brownies and cookies as big as your head, and Taylor’s homemade cheesecakes plus ice cream.

Lori bakes daily to fill our quaint specialty and necessity market that takes on the feel of the old Killington Lodge in Vermont, built by her grandfather, where she began her love of hospitality.

The not-to-be-missed, all-you-can-eat lobster and prime rib Monday Night Seafood Bake, also features mussels and Pauli’s Alaskan Salmon and Snow Crab Legs, plus our local tuna, wahoo, snapper, lobster and conch!

“Let us cater your next birthday or wedding, office or house party, boat trip or picnic. Call early to reserve your Holiday seats or take-away dinners and pies. Those of you who are already part of our family, we thank you for your love and support, and to our future family we look forward to meeting you.”

— Pauli, Lori, and Jedi, and Grandbabies

Blue Water Terrace • 340-692-2583 www.bluewaterterracevi.com • Facebook

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El Flamboyant – 340-779-3285 “People like coming here,” says owner Yvonne Villegas. “I learned to cook from my mother who had a restaurant in Puerto Rico for many years and now its my turn to cook and serve these coveted family recipes!” This colorful, family restaurant offers up a Caribbean, Latin, and Seafood menu that has been pleasing patrons for over 13 years. If you like fresh fish, lobster, conch, and shrimp, or chicken, steaks, and pork chops, you must try the way they do it at here! Happy Hour tradition on Thursday and Friday nights is to stop for a drink then take shish-kabobs home from the drive-up booth! Located between Centerline Road and the Highway on Route #663 and open Monday – Tuesday, 11:30 am – 6 pm, Wednesday – Saturday, 11:30 am – 9 pm, Sunday, 10:30 am – 8 pm.

Try Lunch Express, for the on-the-go diner, Mon – Fri, 10:30-2:30 pm.

CHOP & Grill Restaurant (formerly IHOP) 340.778.CHOP (2467) Savor local and comfort cuisine and continental favorites for breakfast, lunch or dinner. We’re family-friendly, locally owned and boast a traditional Crucian Breakfast on Sundays, fresh Lunch Xpress options for on-the-go, and Kids Eat FREE Thursdays, 4 – 8 pm; activities start at 5:30 pm.

Celebrate special moments, enjoy the Wine & Dine Series, or let us cater your event, prepare box lunches or deliver platters. Crucian Hospitality is Our Promise! Open Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, 7:30 am – 9 pm; Friday, 7:30 am - 12 midnight; Saturday, 24 hours (7 am - Sunday, 9 pm. Closed Tuesdays. Sunny Isle Shopping Center. Facebook.

CHOP, Sunny Isle

BREAKFAST, LUNCH, & DINNER ALL DAY!

Kids Eat FREE* Thurs, 4 - 8 pm; ask for *details!

Traditional Crucian Breakfast on Sundays!

Mon, Wed, Thurs, 7:30am - 9 pm Fri, 7:30 am - 12 midnight Sat, 24 hours, 7:00 am - Sun, 9pm - Tues, Closed.

Sunny Isle Shopping Center near First Bank

340-778-CHOP (2467)

CHOP, Crucian Hospitality, Our Promise!

“All Curry Eaters”

Chicken • Beef • Goat • Shrimp • Fish Serving Lunch 10-4:30 Serving Lunch 10-5:30 pm pm Tuesday --Saturday Wednesday Saturday

We’ve • 10 Castle Coakley 182Moved!

Richmond, Christiansted

340-719-(ROTI)-7684

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tues-sun 5pm - 9pm • dine in or take out!

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Dining on St. Croix EVERYONE TO THE TABLE!

Easy Dining Guide Restaurant Ace Roti Shop Ale House Angry Nates Boathouse & Seafood Emporium Avocado Pitt balter Barefoot Pirate Snow & Rum Ball Shack Beach Side Café BES Craft Cocktail Lounge Blue Water Terrace BrewSTX

Phone (340) 719-7684 277-7617 692-6283 773-9843 719-5896 224-6599 772-1266

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Meals

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Indian / Caribbean

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Mid Island

Best Beer Anywhere

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Gallows Bay

Seafood / World Cuisine

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Christiansted Christiansted

Continental / Deli

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West Indian Contemporary

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Snow & Rum Ball Cones

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773-2985

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Yes

East End

Sandwiches / Smoked Wings / BYO Salads

L, D

MC, V, D

No

Christiansted

Cast Iron Pot

692-2477

Local / Seafood / Grill

L, D

MC, V

Yes

Northside

Cheeseburgers CHOP & Grill Restaurant Ciboné Deep End Bar & Grill at Tamarind Reef Resort Dockside at Divi Carina Bay Duggan’s Reef East End Pizza at Divi Carina Bay EAT@ Cane Bay El Flamboyant Flamboyant Beach Bar at Carambola Ital In Paradise Joe’s Bar & Grille La Reine Chicken Shack Lost Dog Pub Maria’s Cantina & Sports Bar Saman Restaurant at Carambola Seaside Market & Deli Shupe’s on the Boardwalk Starlite Grille at Divi Carina Bay Tap Deck Bar & Billiards The Courtyard The Galleon The Mermaid at the Buccaneer The Palms at Pelican Cove The Terrace at the Buccaneer Un Amore You Are Here Bar & Grille Zion Modern Kitchen

718-1118 778-2467

Continental

L, D, BR

MC, V

No

East End

Local / Continental / Comfort

B, L, D

MC, V

No

Mid Island

719-2663

Farm & Sea-to-Table

L, D, BR

MC, V

Yes

Frederiksted

718-7071 773-9700 773-9800 773-9700 718-0360

Casual, Beachside Dining

B, L, D, BR

MC, V

Yes

East End

Burgers / Salads / Fish

L, D

AE, MC, V

No

East End

Seafood / Steakhouse

D, BR

MC, V

Yes

East End

Brick-Oven Pizza

D

AE, MC, V

No

Burgers / Salads / Fish

L, D, BR

D, MC, V

No

East End Northshore

779-3285

Latin / Seafood / Caribbean

L, D, BR

None

No

Mid Island

778-3800 473-7373 692-2020 778-5717 772-3526 713-0222 778-3800 719-9393 773-3400 773-9700 773-5227 773-7728 718-9948 712-2100 718-8920 712-2100 692-9922 713-0246 773-9466

Beer / Frozen Drinks / Grill

L. D

AE, D, MC,V

Yes

Ital / Vegetarian / Fish Italian / Local / Seafood Open Pit BBQ / Seafood Pizza / Subs/ Salads Authentic Mexican Breakfast / Pirates Buffet Gourmet /Salad Bar/ Prime Meats Burgers / Wings / Ice Cream Caribbean / American Continental, Eclectic, Small Bites Juices / Smoothies / Healthy Food Waterfront / Contemporary / American Burgers / Salads / Fish Continental / Seafood / Sushi Seafood / Steak / Continental Pizza / Pasta / Italian Local / Continental / Delicious!

Pasta / Lobster / Steaks

L, D

AE, D, MC, V

No

L. D

AE, MC, V

No

B, L, D

ATM

No

L, D

D, MC, V

No

L, D

AE, MC, V

No

B, D

AE, D, MC, V

Yes

B, L, D

AE, D, MC, V

No

L, D

MC, V, D

No

B, D

AE, MC, V

Yes

L, D

AE, D, MC, V

No

Northshore Christiansted Mid Island Mid Island Frederiksted Gallows Bay Northshore Gallows Bay Christiansted East End Frederiksted

B, L

D, MC, V

No

Christiansted

D, BR

AE, MC, V

Yes

East End

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L, D

AE, CB, D, MC, V

Yes

East End

B, L, D, BR

D, MC, V

Yes

Christiansted

D

AE, CB, D, MC, V

Yes

East End

L, D

MC, V

No

Northside

L, D

D, MC, V

No

Christiansted

D

D, MC, V

Yes

Christiansted

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Dining on St. Croix MID-ISLAND

La Reine Chicken Shack – 340-718-5717 Are you ready to savor one of St. Croix’s best- kept secrets? Taste La Reine Chicken Shack’s mouthwatering BBQ chickens, slowly-cooked on woodchip coal over an open pit! Get in line! Other menu favorites include Roast Pork, Ribs, Steak, Local Seafood, daily specials and many other island delicacies. Come mingle with our friendly staff and local patrons in our recently renovated outdoor seating area. Enjoy one of our most popular drinks “Cruzan Confusion” at our full bar.

Located mid-island on Route #75, off Centerline Road, we’re open 7 days a week serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Eat in or Take out! Facebook.

El Famboyant’s Beef Steak Mofongo with salad.

Susan Wall

Joe’s Bar & Grille – 340-692-2020 Located in the Sunny Isle Annex, Joe serves up some of the best Italian food on St. Croix!

Think Spaghetti and Meatballs, Mussels Marinara, Fried Calamari, Grilled Salmon, Mahi or Shrimp, and local seafood dishes.

Lunch specials and eat-in dinners, served with Fresh-baked garlic bread. Home of the $15 Eggplant or Chicken Cutlet Parmesan Dinner and $25 Lobster Dinner plus crispy chicken wings, great smoked ribs or a juicy hamburger.

Freshly made desserts and brownie cupcakes.

We do catering and private parties; eat-in or take-out. This mid-island location, with free WI-FI, A/C and paved parking, makes a great Center-Island Meeting Place! Next to WAPA and across from Kmart Appliances. Open Monday – Friday, 11 am - 9 pm, Saturday 2 pm - 10 pm. Facebook.

13th year!

Restaurant - Bar

Caribbean • Latin • Seafood

Open Mon & Tues, 11:30 - 6pm Wed, Thurs, Fri, Sat, 11:30 - 9pm Sun, 10:30 - 8pm Happy Hour! Thurs & Fri, 4:30 pm – 7 pm

Mid-Island, Rt. 663

340-779-3285

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Plaza Extra West Supermarket – 340-719-1870 The biggest, full-service supermarket on St. Croix features organic, fresh local produce. Our Dairy Department is filled with a variety of fine cheeses, a large selection of meats, organic eggs, and juices. Our Meat Department is stocked with the finest cuts prepared by our Master Butcher; USDA meats, Certified Angus meats, poultry, and seafood. Pair your favorite cheeses, seafood, meat and desserts with our wines from the largest liquor selection on island. We have catering

Joe’s Bar & Grille for Italian, seafood, Southern, Susan Wall BBQ, and local dishes!

available from our full-service Deli and Bakery.

Try our delicious Stone House Subs, pastries and desserts. Artisan breads, platters, and hot foods served daily. We look forward to serving you. www.plazaextrawest.com, Facebook.

JOE’S 340-692-2020

BAR & GRILLE

Serving the Community for 11 years!

Mouth-Watering

Open-Pit BBQ Chicken Roast Pork Ribs • Steak Local Seafood

Catering for All Occasions!

Newly Renovated with Full Bar

ITALIAN FOOD • SEAFOOD STEAKS & RIBS • LOCAL DISHES Home of the $25 Lobster Dinner!

Eggplant or Chicken Cutlet Parmesan only $15!

Call for Early Dinner Specials between 4 - 6 pm!

Fresh-baked Garlic Bread served with all In-house Dinners!

Try our “Cruzan Confusion!”

GREAT CENTER ISLAND Meeting Place

Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Rt. 70 across from Kmart Applicances & next to WAPA

Rt. 75 off Centerline Road

Mon- Fri, 11am-9pm • Sat, 2-10pm

Open 7 Days a Week!

Eat In or Take Out • 340-778-5717

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Attractions

PLAN YOUR NEXT ST. CROIX ADVENTURE!

ATTRACTIONS

Casino

Downtown Christiansted’s first casino!

Pull up a seat and beat the heat in air-conditioned comfort! o enter 21 t e on b st teracti You mu dge in

na ing e & cutt ew games o d n u n so r!

Color, th classic & odern floo ou! m i w for Y etely compl ew Games N Plus 4 Mon - Wed, 11 am - 12 am Thurs, Fri, Sat, 10 am - 1 am Sun, 12 noon - 1 am

Round-trip Golf Cart Valet Transport from our parking lot on Watergut Street.

Queen Cross Street at the Caravelle Hotel

Caravelle Hotel Casino — 340-227-7156 Newest Slot Machines, Video Poker, Spin Wheel Games, Cash Raffles.

Transportation; hours, see ad this page.

Divi Carina Bay Casino —340-773-7529 Table Games, Video Poker, Slot Machines.

Live entertainment. Restaurant.

Open 10 am – 3 am daily.

Fort Frederik Museum —340-772-2021 Frederiksted. Art Gallery, Exhibits, Store.

Open Mon – Fri, 8 am – 4 pm.

Government House —340-773-1404 King Street, Christiansted. Historic landmark.

Point Udall Millennium Monument Easternmost point in the US! A sundial marks the azimuth of the first sunrise of 2000.

Lawaetz Family Museum - 340-220-0466 Danish Homestead; National Historic Registry.

Wed, 11 am – 2 pm; Sat, 10 am – 2 pm, groups other days by request. www.ridge2reef.org St. Croix’s National Parks —340-773-1460 ■ Buck Island Reef National Monument NPS Authorized Concessioners, See Watersports, Page 40-41. www.nps.gov/buis

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Christiansted National Historic Site Includes Scale House, Customs House, Fort Christiansvaern, Steeple Building, & Danish West India & Guinea Company Warehouse. Fort open 8 am – 4:30 pm daily; closed Thanksgiving & Christmas Day. www.nps.gov/chri ■ Salt River Historical Park & Ecological Preserve —340-773-3183 July 1 to Oct 31, Open Monday - Friday, 10 am - 3 pm. Use App NPS-St.Croix for directions.

TOURS Aerial —Bohlke International Airways 340-778-9177, www.bohlke.com Around the Island —Sweeny’s St. Croix Safari Tours, 340-773-6700 Botanical Garden —St. George Village Botanical Garden, Daily (except Christmas), 9 am – 5 pm. Museum Store. 1500 native and exotic species. 340-692-2874 Christiansted — Alexander Hamilton’s Christiansted, Crucian Heritage & Nature Tourism (CHANT), 340-277-4834, Nina York, Danish & English, 340-718-7017

Cruzan Cowgirls Horseback Riding Tours

ht, Monday - Saturday Midnight, Sundays

“Come Ride With Us”

The Museum of St. Croix’s Culture & History

Open daily except Christmas 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Museum Store: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Mon - Sat + Cruise Ship days infoatthegarden@gmail.com

Explore the sugar factory, slave quarters and great house Current Exhibits An African Venus on St. Croix The Long Row and the Yard Hass, Hassmann & Hass Racing Freedom’s Army, Liberty’s Vanguard Roebuck Family Who Bin Sen Yoh My Granny House Trace Your Ancestry in our Research Library & Archives

Our proceeds are used to fund 907-841-1990 the rescue of horses on St. Croix. www.cruzancowgirls.com

Open Wednesday to Saturday 10:00 am to 3:00 pm

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& Tours

ON-ISLAND EXPERIENCES FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY! Frederiksted — Crucian Heritage & Nature Tourism (CHANT), 340-277-4834.

Guided Hikes —Crucian Heritage & Nature Tourism (CHANT), 340-277-4834, Mount Victory Camp, 340-201-7983 and Bush Tribe Eco Adventures, 340-277-2503.

Horseback —Cruzan Cowgirls, 907-841-1990 and Paul & Jill’s, 340-772-2880

Restored Sugar Cane Plantation — Estate Whim Museum, Research Library & Archives, Sugar Factory and Mill, Slave Quarters, Great House.

Exhibits, Store. Open Wed – Sat, 10 am – 3 pm.

Scenic Aerial Tours & Island Hopping Red Carpet Service & Complimentary Champagne Romantic Sunset Tours Available Award Winning Service & Fleet

Rum Distillery — Captain Morgan Visitor Center, 340-713-5654. Open Mon – Fri, 9 am – 5 pm. Gift Shop, and Cruzan Rum Distillery, 340-692-2280, Visitors Pavilion, Store. Open Mon – Fri, 8am – 5 pm

Sweeny’s Tours

+1 340-778-9177 contact@bohlke.com

NARRATED TOUR INCLUDES: ■ Botanical Garden ■ Ft. Frederik Museum ■ Frederiksted Lunch Stop ■ Cruzan Rum Distillery

Departs 10 a.m., Downtown Christiansted, opposite Government House, King Street Returns 3:30, Monday - Friday

SINCE 1959

Voted #1 FBO and Charter Fleet in the Caribbean by ProPilot Magazine

Email: sjtouss@gmail.com

Call: 773-6700 for Reservations!

PRIVATE CHARTER FLIGHTS TO

British & US Virgin Islands • Caribbean • Mainland USA bohlke.com • Henry E. Rohlsen Airport, St Croix, USVI

CHANT Crucian, Heritage & Nature Tourism

 Historical Walking Tours  Nature Hikes & Tours

(340) 277-4834 • www.chantvi.org

TRAIL RIDE TOURS Beach, Rainforest, Ruins No Experience Necessary!

Paul & Jill’s 340-772-2880 340-332-0417 Since 1976

Private Rides or Small Groups Step-Stool Access for Seniors • www.paulandjills.com

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Island Art

ART SHOWS & EXHIBITS, PAGES 4-7

Meet Cover Artist David A. Berg The founder of Blackwood Imaging, a photography collective, David Berg is dedicated to showcasing the culture and artists of the Caribbean Islands.

He is a Caribbean native and lives, shoots, and edits just outside David A. Berg.

Nicole Canegata. of Fredriksted, St. Croix on an old Danish plantation close to his family home.

David’s philosophy is ‘keep it simple.’ He lives in a spartan studio without a definitive boundary from the lush grounds of the plantation surrounding it. He just got his first real computer; he’s been editing his photos on an old laptop for years now. He shoots underwater solely with a GoPro, and when land calls, he typically travels with two lenses, a flat lens and a fish-eye. His other equipment includes a mask, snorkel, and fins, all the easier to chase down the perfect underwater light, catch Moko Jumbies midstride, or island hop to the next Carnival.

David never thought he would be a photographer. During his childhood on St. Croix, he danced as a Moko Jumbie, which early on solidified as his artistic identity. This creative outlet morphed into wrestling and mixed martial arts when he moved stateside in his teens. The beauty of the body, and all it was capable of, captivated him and easily translated to success in the ring. A misplaced kick left him on crutches, unable to express himself physically for six months. During this time, a teacher put a camera in his hands hoping to distract him and reignite his spirit.

David quickly found that the view finder captured the beauty of the body and its surroundings in a whole new way. The camera could be used to add another dimension to the frozen moment: what was present, and what was missing. He vividly remembers his first picture of a bench, an empty bench, and how that emptiness brought out a feeling that the presence of a body could not have portrayed. The camera also offered him a chance to reconnect, with St. Croix, Page 36 • August / September 2017

Caribbean culture, and his past. From this new perspective behind the camera, David found a reflection, and expansion, of his early Moko Jumbie experiences.

David currently uses his photography to capture not only the present but also the past—that which has been largely forgotten or ignored. The history, the hidden depths of each person, each family, each building, place, and culture fascinates him and he is constantly on a mission to illuminate it through his view finder. He describes himself as a “student of his camera,” discovering new lessons of composition, balance, and opposition in the very moment he is capturing the photo. He shoots for himself, to better himself, and is still pleasantly surprised when others find value in his work. He hopes he can use his newfound talent to preserve and document Caribbean culture, as well as express its rich depths to visitors and new arrivals.

When David isn’t in the ocean or in the rainforest with his camera, you can find him working as a veterinary assistant, renovating the Danish plantation where he lives, or enjoying a famous West-end sunset on the beach with his dogs, Ray and Wolfie.

“I showcased “Casa Las Americas” in Cuba this past May and with the traveling show, “Invisable Heritage,” in Denmark at the VI Cultural Embassy in June where I will return to showcase again in September at the Borreby Estate owned by the Castenschiold/van Holten family. Museum Vestsjaelland and the family are arranging the event together.

“Invisable Heritage,” opened on St. Croix at the Caribbean Museum Center for the Arts in Frederiksted prior to Transfer Day in March and continued through July. Next, I will have a photography exhibit of neverseen-before images, called “Memories of noname,” on St. Croix in August and September at the Peachcan Gallery on Strand Street, Christiansted. The photos in this feature, and others, can be purchased from my website below.”

David A. Berg, Blackwood Imaging www.blackwoodimaging.com 340-201-6145

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Island Art

GET CHARMED BY LOCAL ART & CRAFTS, AN EASY GIFT OR SOUVENIR! Maufe Gallery – 340-332-4556 Maufé Gallery owner/artist Thérèse Trudeau welcomes you to the gallery where she exhibits her own work and that of other local and international artists on St. Croix.

Located at Crucian Gold on Strand Street in Christiansted, Maufe Gallery shares space with jewelry designer Nathan Bishop who oversees an on-site workshop for handmade designs. There is often a new exhibit every month and live music and performance art pieces taking place. Open Monday – Saturday, 10 am – 5 pm.

Art@Top Hat – 340-692-2787 Presents the best of local art, by contemporary and passed artists, who made St. Croix their home. The two-story townhouse, built in the 1800s, is a great venue for exhibits, antiques, jewelry, local pottery, photography, prints, maps, cards and estate sale collectibles. Not to be missed by homeowners, island builders, and interior designers! Located on Company Street across from the US Post Office, “Summer Art Festival VI” is presented during August and September, Wednesday – Saturday, 1 – 5 pm, with Open House & refreshments on Thursdays, 5 – 7 pm. Facebook.

Caribbean Museum Center for the Arts – 340-772-2622 Our mission is to preserve, promote and exhibit the arts of St. Croix and the Caribbean community, to provide an interactive environment that encourages children, youth and adults to learn positive forms of expression, and to offer creative learning experiences which foster an understanding of the rich cultural and artistic traditions of the Caribbean, and their source.

Housed in an 18th-century Danish townhouse.

Artist-in-Residence program. Come visit and join us! www.cmcarts.org, Facebook.

Henle Studio – 340-718-0372 Celebrating 24 years, this historic loft, upststairs on Company Street in Christiansted, showcases paintings and prints of the late Maria Henle, the photographs, books, and prints of St.Croix’s premier photographer Fritz Henle, the fine art prints of Tina Henle and the beautiful Sea Glass and Larimar Jewelry by ThereseDonarski. The gallery shows other local and off island artists an during season. Meet landscape and portrait painter, Jack Anglin, and watch RealLiveArtist.com for special events and live portrait socials! Call for scheduled hours and appointments. HenleGallery.com

George Zebot King Sugar, Tribal Series #49.

CMCAs July Artist-in-Residence, exhibited and taught drawing / painting for Summer Cultural Arts Program.

Ted Davis Galeria - 310-860-6001 (toll free!)

After almost a decade in Christiansted, D&D Studio is now online! Visit us at https://ddstudio.smugmug.com/Travel/StCroixPhotos to purchase beautiful and collectable photographs by Ted Davis. These stunning images are unique St. Croix artworks, and are great additions to your home or office decor. You can have a piece of St. Croix delivered right to your door! Call or email for more details. info@ddstudio.us

FINE ART , ANTIQUES JEWELRY AND COLLECTIBLES 52 Company Street, Christiansted Across from the Post Office

340-513-3558 www.artattophat.com

10 STRAND ST. FSTED 340.772.2622 THU-SAT 10am-5pm & CRUISE SHIP DAYS WWW.CMCARTS.ORG

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Maria Henle • Fritz Henle • Tina Henle & other artists #55 Company St., Christiansted HenleGallery.com • 340-718-0372 August / September 2017 • Page 37

Our Danish Connection VELKOMMEN!

Her i det tidligere Dansk Vestindien er vi særlig glade for danske gæster. Til trods for de mange år siden salget af øerne til USA i 1917, bevarer vi en kulturarv fra næsten 200 år under Dannebrog.

Derfor er det naturligt for besøgende danskere at ikke blot nyde det dejlige vejr og den smukke natur men også aflægge besøg på de historiske steder som denne ø har særlig mange af.

Næsten alle ø-ture gør ophold på den både boanisk og historisk interessante botaniske have, romfabrikken og Whim plantagemuseum – alle af interesse for danskere.

Seværdighder hvor danskere kan fornemme historiens pust omfatter Fort Christiansværn i Christiansted, (hvor en dansk oversættelse af vejledningsbrochuren findes ved indgangen)og de andre bygninger på Christiansteds nationalhistoriske område. Det restaurerede Guvernementshus med en dejlig baghave og imponerende balsal er et smukt minde fra Peter von Scholtens styre mellem 1827 og 1848. Det lillebitte apotekermuseum i Apotekergården på Dronningens Tværgade nær Kompagniets Gade viser de gamle krukker, vægte og møbler fra det oprindelige danske apotek der lå her mellem 1828 og 1970. Fort Frederik i Frederiksted har en udstilling med danske dokumenter om overdragelsen af øerne og en gribende udstilling om slavehandel og slaveri der omfatter fund fra det forliste slaveskib Fredensborg. Carl og Marie Lawaetz museet, omgivet af en vidunderlig have nord for Frederiksted var de kendte Lawaetz brødres barndomshjem og afspejler en dansk immigrantfamilies liv for hundrede år siden.

På de danske afdelinger af kirke-gårdene i Christiansted og Frederiksted findes mange grave af historisk betydning. En ledet tur med guide kan hjælpe med at finde dem; spørg på hotellet derom. I Christiansted ligger kirkegården i den vestlige del af byen, bag den engelske kirke, nær ruinerne af det gamle hospital.

I Frederiksted ligger den danske afdeling af kirkegården overfor den lutherske kirke, som også indeholder minder fra den danske tid; dette er også tilfældet i Christiansteds lutherske kirke på Kongensgade. Danskere er altid velkomne til søndagsgudstjenesten. Top Hat, et kunstgalleri og bar på Kompagnigade ejes og drives af herboende danskere Bent og Hanne Rasmussen som gerne ser besøg af deres landsmænd.

I nødstilfælde, hvis man kræver dansktalende assistance, kan man kontakte den danske generalkonsul på St. Thomas Søren Blak, tlf. 776-0656, eller Leif og Elisabeth Pedersen tlf. 773-8049 (ikke om sommeren).

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Today’s Technology Advances Facilitate Danish Research

by Nina York There was a time when being a researcher required many hours spent in libraries and museums, frequently requiring appointments made months in advance, travel costs and uncertain outcomes. In the case of research about the Danish West Indies, history buffs in the Virgin Islands knew of the rich lode of information sitting in the archives in Denmark, but accessing it from here was cumbersome and expensive.

Yet the deep interest was there, especially in family records, and has now become far more accessible on the virgin-islands-history.org internet site of the Danish National Archives, holding over 5 million documents, many of which have been translated into English.

What can we learn in these sources about the past of over a hundred years ago? The records can be studied randomly, but they are organized into five sections that cover Personal History, Ownership History, Slavery, Colonial Power, and Trade and Shipping. These categories cover not just official documents, some of which can be cumbersome and dull, but others such as manifests of what the ships brought here for general consumption. With the knowledge that many food products would spoil in the heat before refrigeration was invented, we note that salting and curing meats and seafood was a necessity, but we wonder why the diet of former days used so little of the produce readily available for growing here that did not require much preservative efforts. We note that so much wine was imported but learn it may have been used for medicinal purposes. So many hats were also purchased from abroad, but seldom useful for sun protection. A lot of machinery was needed and brought here for the sugar industry that was the basis of the local economy.

We notice in the burial records of Christiansted detailed information about each deceased person, such as his or her age, occupation, birthplace, marital status, cause of death and gravesite number and cemetery location. These records reveal not only the high infant mortality rate but the existence of diseases that proved fatal in those days, some of which, like leprosy and elephantiasis, no longer pose a threat, nor do dropsy and tuberculosis. Cause of death for infants is listed as “teeth” which is puzzling. Living in a community with a high death rate must have caused a lot of distress, and we realize our good fortune in having a basically good health care system today.

There are interesting court cases to read about, some offering testimony from enslaved persons, where we can gather a glimpse of the misery that filled their lives. The cruelty of punishments that prevailed in those days makes us shudder, yet such was the administration of justice in almost all of western society, and not any better in Asia and Africa. We leave the site with relief that those days are over, at least here.

A St. Croix laundromat circa 1844—washing in the stream. Swollen leg of woman on the right rear due to elephantiasis. Artist Frederik von Scholten, brother of the Governor, was a man of many talents; he is buried in Frederiksted.

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Island Weddings MARRY ME ON ST. CROIX!

Party Flames

As a Bridal Guide and photographer, many of the couples I work with have a fantasy that their wedding reception will last all night long and, in the end, they will exit through a crowd of cheering guests and sparklers into the night!

But as with many things in life, great parties should be measured by how they are sustained, not how they end. Like a campfire, great parties often start slow, eventually build to a great height of fun and excitement but die down at some point.

Destination weddings are great because ‘the party’ seems to go on for days. Yet, usually by 10 pm on the night of a wedding, when most venues in the USVI need to observe noise ordinances by 10 or 11 pm, most guests are still excited and willing to rally even though tired from days of travel, sun, and cocktails.

Do not despair! The next day still has a lot to offer in the way of celebration but, if you are planning a **Dramatic Exit, I would recommend not waiting until the end of your reception. “Then what’s the point,” you ask?

Hear me out.

Parties are about flow and timing. Again, like a campfire, when the party flames begin to die the party needs to be stoked. To make this happen, consider opening the dessert bar, or perform the bouquet and garter tosses, etc. Also, instead of holding the **Dramatic Exit at the end, stage it with your photographer earlier in the reception while the kids and grandparents are still awake and everyone is still looking “fresh.”

With photography, images can be placed in any order to tell a story; only you and your guests will know how it really happened! After this, everyone can continue to party like Rock Stars.

You get an awesome photo op and your guests get to keep the party going...at least until 11 pm. **Dramatic Exit: when a couple leaves or exits their reception through a soul train-esque line of people waving sparklers, pom-poms or any other wavy, sparkly attention grabbing device.

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My Happy Day (with a little help from my friends)!

hat could be more romantic than beginning your life together on a beautiful island?

Tying the knot here can be breathtaking and stress-free with experienced wedding planners committed to every detail of your special day.

Accommodations, ceremony and reception sites, menu planning, floral arrangements, photographers, musicians, transportation, special themes, and gifts and activities for your guests are all taken care of for you.

Q Studio VI

Q Studio, LLC – 340-332-6921

Through classic and contemporary techniques, Quiana introduces a fresh myriad of perspectives depicted in her photographic images.

From sassy to exotic to romantic, Quiana’s background in photojournalism and fine art gives her a vast creative range. Understanding the unique qualities of the island experience, she encourages clients to be spontaneous, bringing out their personality and feelings in that moment. For a more creative approach to wedding photography, visit www.qstudiovi.com

With historic churches, Danish architecture, luscious villas, yachts and palm-fringed beaches, we’ve got your perfect backdrop for a memorable day. Whether saying “I do” for the first time, or renewing your vows, St. Croix sets the stage of a lifetime!

For a Wedding Proposal Request, List of Vendors, Marriage License Application, and Island Wedding Brochure, visit usvitourism.vi.

When you get married on St. Croix, you’re also in a perfect location for a romantic honeymoon!

Why not have your wedding here, as well as your honeymoon, or marry here and honeymoon on St. Thomas or St. John?

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Watersports & Activities

EXPLORE BUCK ISLAND REEF NATIONAL MONUMENT WITH THE PROS! BUCK ISLAND EXCURSIONS & SUNSET SAILS

Jolly Roger – 340-513-2508

Sail, hike, snorkel, and relax on the Jolly Roger 42’ Catamaran with Captain Mike. Sail to Buck Island on a half or full day trip and experience the colorful reefs, beautiful hiking and white sand beach (snorkel gear and instruction included). The Jolly Roger can accommodate small groups up to six or private groups up to twenty to Buck Island. Most trips depart from the boardwalk in Christiansted. Jolly Roger is a National Park Service Concessionaire.

Big Beard’s Adventure Tours – 340-773-4482

Ride on our beautiful and spacious sailing catamaran Renegade or the newest and quickest power cat Adventure from Christiansted Wharf to Buck Island. Try our famous beach BBQ on Renegade’s full day trip, or take a fast ride on Adventure’s half day trip, or enjoy a sunset cruise at the end of your day. Captain Big Beard is also and ordained minister and performs weddings on board or around the island. (Services provided within Buck Island Reef National Monument are authorized by a National Park Service concession contract.)

Lightheart Sailing Charters — 340-244-0240

Caribbean Sea Adventures – 340-773-2628

Come explore Buck Island with us! Caribbean Sea Adventures offers a variety of boating packages to fit your every need. With options ranging from full, half day or private charter trips to explore Buck Island’s underwater snorkel trail, to sunset sails along the beautiful coastline, there is an option for every occasion. New to our fleet is a 32’ Boston Whaler, offering a more intimate charter experience. All Buck Island trips include snorkel gear

Buck Island Reef National Monument Tours Buck Island Tours Snorkel & Sail

Personalized Day Sails, Charters, and Instruction!

Lightheart Sailing Charters

and instruction, guidance on the underwater trail, flotation devices, water and rum punch. Scuba diving trips and wedding ceremonies also available. www.caribbeanseaadventures.com Follow us on Facebook & Instagram.

Come enjoy the light-hearted time of your life on an elegant 40-foot European sloop designed for comfort and performance. Captain Peter Branning, awarded “Outstanding Sailing Instructor” by the American Sailing Association for 2015, invites you aboard for half or full-day sailing excursions. Sit back, relax or take the helm. Enjoy snorkeling and swimming on a custom outing. An idyllic sunset cruise is the perfect end to a day of exploring the island. We also offer charters around the U.S. and British Virgin Islands, and a sailing program with certifications from the American Sailing Association. Along with Captains Courageous, we offer custom business events, personal growth adventures, and meditation sails. Voted “Best of the VI—St. Croix Charter Boat” for 2014-2015 in the VI Daily News Readers’ Poll. www.lightheartsailing.com

Buck Island Charters

on advenTure & renegade Teroro II & Dragonfly

with Captain Carl or Captain Heinz

national Park service sanctioned Authorized

Services provided within BuckConcessioner Island Reef National Monument are authorized by a National Park Service concession contract.

Full day or HalF day Full day Beach BBQ

all you can eat & drink!

Sunset Sails • Weddings Private charters Historical Tours

www.BigBeards.com

(340) 773- 4482

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SAIL • SNORKEL • HIKE

Sail aboard Teroro II (42’) or Dragonfly (38’) Trimarans and experience a personalized tour of Buck Island Reef National Monument.

The National Underwater Trail is a snorkel sight second to none!

Authorized Concessioner

● Snorkel equipment included ● Dragonfly exclusive to six guests ● Departs from Green Cay Marina “H” Dock

Recommended in Frommer’s Tour Guide

www.gotostcroix.com/heinz

(340) 718-3161 • teroro@msn.com

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What kind of sailing magic would you like to experience?

“There is something magical that occurs while sailing in open waters – so totally steeped in nature with its awesome beauty, power and motion – that naturally brings people together, creating trust, authenticity, friendship and fun. For me, that’s what Lightheart Sailing is all about.” – Captain Peter Branning

40-foot Hanse sloop. She’s a modern performance cruiser, light to the touch, quick on her feet, and a joy to sail with beautiful teak decks, comfortable cockpit cushions, and awnings to provide shade at anchor. Below is a light and airy European interior featuring three staterooms, salon, galley, head and shower. She provides comfort, beauty and performance whether you’re aboard for a sunset sail or an extended cruise through the islands.

Lightheart Sailing has been named “Best Charter Boat on St. Croix” for three of the four years it’s been in business – and for good reasons: the experiences offered, the boat, and the crew.

Lightheart Sailing offers a wide-ranging menu: full-day and half-day charters, sunset sails, islandhopping cruising charters, and award-winning sailing instruction. On St. Croix charters, your experience will be custom-designed for you. You are welcome to take the helm, handle lines, or just sit back and relax. You can stop at a reef for snorkeling, sail offshore, or sail through the anchorage along the boardwalk in Christiansted. Lovingly prepared food and beverages will be close at hand, as will the crew to support and encourage you.

If you want to learn to sail, Captain Peter Branning is among the best of the best to teach you.

Named “Outstanding Instructor” by the American Sailing Association, Peter has been sailing since he was a wee lad, and instructing for almost that long. He offers ASA certification courses 101 through 105 as well as informal instruction. He’s won multiple state, national and continental

Sail to Buck Island Reef National Monument on Departing Teague Bay 9:00 am - 1:00 pm 1:30 pm - 5:30 pm 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

Authorized Concessioner

100% sail powered 6 passenger custom built 37’ trimaran

racing championships himself, and has coached many individuals and teams to success in local through international competitions.

Peter is a USCG-licensed captain and master.

He’s a life coach who has also been a commercial pilot and flight instructor, a firefighter, lifeguard, and schoolteacher. His wife and business partner Martha Boston is also a USCG-licensed captain and master. She has spent most of her professional life designing and facilitating personal and professional development experiences, in settings from corporate boardrooms to sailboats, mountaintops, and even online.

In 2008 Peter and Martha went to Marblehead, MA to buy their beautiful boat Lightheart - a

Peter & Martha spent several years living aboard, sailing Lightheart down the U.S. eastern seaboard, throughout the Florida Keys and the Bahamas, and cruising the eastern Caribbean. Now settled at Green Cay Marina on St. Croix, Lightheart and her crew are eager to help you create your own magical experiences on the water.

Peter and Martha both say that their favorite thing about Lightheart Sailing is their guests. “However they participate, we’ve found that almost always the conversations aboard Lightheart are interesting, and the experiences we share on the water are fun. Our guests tell us their time on Lightheart was the highlight of their vacation.”

What kind of sailing magic would you like to experience? Check availabilities and book online.

Lightheart Sailing Charters www.lightheartsailing.com 340-244-0420 – 340-642-8080

Llewellyn’s Charter – 340-773-9027

Take a fast and exciting sail with local sailing legend and calypso recording artist Llewellyn Westerman aboard his 37-foot locallydesigned and built, six-passenger performance trimaran Charis+. He’s been sailing to Buck Island National Monument since 1960 and assures a comfortable arrival to the beach or the first designated underwater National Park.

Snorkel gear is provided. Departs from the St. Croix Yacht Club at Teague Bay 9 to 1:00 am, 1:30 to 5:30 pm, and 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.

Personalized sails available. Call for more information and reservations

Sailing Charters

Sail to Buck Island Reef National Monument PERSONALIZED SAILING

Authorized Concessioner

 Private Day Sails

Full-Day, Half-Day, Sunset

 Extended Charters

St Thomas, St John, BVI

 Captains Courageous Specialty Charters Business, Personal Growth, Meditation

Llewellyn’s Charter 340-773-9027

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Less crowded trips! ● Private charters are our specialty!

 American Sailing Association Instruction Green Cay Marina, Dock C

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Try Scuba Diving!

Get Introduced. Get Certified.

Improve Your Skills.

340-772-3483 Guided Shore Dives • Boat Dives • Night Dives

■ PADI Beginners Intro Course ■ PADI Discover Scuba Diving Course ■ Certification Course Promo Code 2017 STX EXPIRES NOVEMBER 2017

Dive The Pier, Wrecks, Reef, Salt River Canyon.

Night Dives, The Wall, Shore Diving and More!

Watersports Lyric Sails – 340-201-5227

Combining her love for the ocean with a passion for music, food and wine, Captain Emily Weston, a marine biologist and dive instructor, has brought a unique venue to St. Croix—Lyric Sails! On her boat “Jolly Mon,” a 63ft custom-built, former racing catamaran, she and her amazing crew host sunset and moonlight sails with live music by local and visiting musicians, Thurs-Sun, out of beautiful Frederiksted. Also look for special events such as “Wine on the Water”--a 6-course wine and food pairing dinner, Reggae night and Spanish night. Each sail features catered appetizers, rum punch and an on-board bar. Private, customizable day sails and snorkel tours are available daily, and private evening charters are available on request. Book online at www.lyricsails.com.

Teroro II and Dragonfly – 340-718-3161

“For a more personal experience and for safety and service, we specialize in smaller-group scuba diving by limiting our boats to 6 guests. Our three boats and two locations offer greater flexibility and fewer divers plus beach access to the famous Frederiksted Pier. Call to reserve your spot onboard!

We’re a Full-service PADI Scuba Diving Center just 100 steps from the Cruise Ship Pier with a second location servicing the Salt River Canyon/Wall. Equipped with rental gear, air fills, and Nitrox.”

www.N2theBlue.com • wwwfacebook.com/N2theBlue

Buck Island Charters, with Captain Heinz and his son Carl, is one of the oldest charter boat companies sailing to Buck Island Reef National Monument.

Teroro II, a 42’ trimaran, is the first commercially built boat by Gold Coast Yachts at Salt River and chartered by Captain Heinz. Carl followed his father’s passion, after sailing and competing in his youth and after helping to captain Teroro II to Buck Island for 16 years, and now has is own boat Dragonfly, a 38’ trimaran. He and his father love to share their local knowledge with the guests aboard

• Dive the Famous St. Croix Wall at Beautiful Davis Bay • Guided Shore Dives Daily • Full Concierge Diving Service • Discover Scuba Diving No Experience Necessary • Boat Diving, Pier Diving & Night Diving Available

Located at the Renaissance St. Croix Carambola Beach Resort & Spa (340) 773-DIVE (3483) www.sweetbottomdive.com

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& Activities and give them a very personalized snorkeling tour of Buck Island Reef. We are recommended by Fromer’s Tour Guide and sail from Green Cay Marina.

DIVING Adventures in Diving STX – 941-504-3222

We’re the Official NAUI Dive Shop on St. Croix, USVI! Located on King Street in Frederiksted, across from the ‘Moko Jumbie Wall’ and next to Pier 69, we are the newest dive shop on St. Croix!

Whether you want to snare a lobster or view the beauty under the sea, we can provide you with excellent quality gear for diving/snorkeling. We offer dive packages and snorkel tours for both day and night. Our retail shop carries a wide variety of high quality merchandise including; Reef Safe sun protection, rash guards, Tormenter, Hammerhead, Akona, Oceanic, waterproof identification cards for sea life and Dimes and Nickels VI wear. We love for our customers to stop by, see our new merchandise, chat at our table! www.adventuresindivingstx.com, Facebook

Cane Bay Dive Shop – 340-718-9913

It’s always a great day at Cane Bay. There’s something for the entire family. Dive, snorkel or just relax on the beach at beautiful Cane Bay. A perfect place for beginner or advanced snorkeling or diving. Boat, beach, wreck, night and pier dives all done daily. Try SCUBA diving any day no experience necessary! Just give us a call for one of the best times you will have on St. Croix!

On a cruise ship? Just walk right across the street to our Frederiksted Store under the large red and white dive flag to set up a great day for the whole family.

Dive Experience – 340-773-3307

Get to know St. Croix’s underwater wildlife—Turtles, Eels, Sting Rays, Eagle Rays, Manta Rays, Dolphins, and even Humpback Whales with St. Croix’s Original PADI 5-Star IDC Center! Michelle Pugh, a member of the Women Divers Hall of Fame, opened Dive Experience in 1983 and has the most experienced dive staff on the island. Diver safety, combined with fun and preservation of the marine environment are our primary concerns. Daily boat dives,

DIVE EXPERIENCE — Diving St. Croix for 33 years Michelle Pugh, a 39-year resident of St Croix, learned to dive in Los Angeles while high school and hasn’t stopped since! In 1992, along with Jacques Cousteau, she was inducted into the platinum Pro 5000 through SSI. In 2004, she was inducted into the Women Divers Hall of Frame for being the first woman to dive with killer whales in the wilds of Canada, the first American woman to teach diving in Moscow, Russia and for establishing the mooring system on St Croix to protect the coral reefs. Michelle was also given the SBDC and Congressional Award for Entrepreneurial Success for Dive Experience.

Sam Halvorson, Captain, Instructor, Dive Master, and Videographer, has been on board for 28 years. He knows the reefs like the back of his hand. His videos are a favorite souvenir!

Skeeter, the dog, loves the dive boat and swimming with the divers.

Michelle, who’s made over 10,000 dives on St. Croix, is the only dive center owner that actually dives most everyday—guiding lots of customers

by request. While developing the dive mooring sites, she has explored most St Croix reefs and walls. Michelle has also traveled the world just to dive—like the East coast of the US from Florida to Rhode Island, the West coast from Canada to Mexico, The Red Sea, Australia, Solomon IsSusan Wall lands, Borneo, Philippines, the Antarctic, and most of the Caribbean Islands. And, I recently returned from the Galapagos Islands!

Dive Experience is St Croix’s first dive operator and the first PADI 5-star IDC center.

They teach diving from novice to professional instructors. Located at Kings Alley on the boardwalk, their USCG-licensed dive boat is steps away on the dock. The full-service center features basic snorkel equipment to recreational and professional dive gear from Aqualung (US Divers) plus hats, towels, tees, Trudi Gilliam fish art and the largest Reef sandal selection on island. “With years in the business and my experience over time, I’d can say that Dive Experience is simply the best!”

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Watersports & Activities TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE OUTDOORS LIKE A LOCAL!

Sweet Bottom Dive Center – 340-773-DIVE (3483)

Lionfish hunting dives—take your fillets home with you (yum!), and “No Moon” String-of-Pearl night dives! We offer diver training from the Discover Scuba program to dive instructor and complete dive and snorkel rental gear plus air and nitrox fills.

New, expanded location on the Chritiansted boardwalk at Kings Alley. We love to dive and it shows! www.divexp.com

Located at the Renaissance St. Croix Carambola Beach Resort & Spa, we offer daily shore diving to the famous ‘Wall’ only 100 yards off our Davis Bay Beach. Dive our beautiful, healthy corals and see tropical fish, turtles, rays and reef sharks or schedule a boat or pier dive. Whether you’re interested in a Discover Scuba Diving experience or are working towards a certification such as Open Water, Advanced Open Water, one of (50+) Specialty Courses, Professional Instructor Ratings or Technical Diving, we can accommodate you. Air, Nitrox or Trimix tank fills available along with top-notch scuba and snorkeling equipment to rent. After your dive, enjoy the full-service restaurant, bar and lounge next to the dive center. Discover why diving with Sweet Bottom Dive Center is a sweet experience! www.SweetBottomDive.com, FaceBook.

N2theBlue Scuba Diving – 340-772-3483

Scuba Dive with N2theBlue — the Pier, Wrecks, Reefs, Night Dives, Salt River Canyon/Wall, Boat & Shore dives. For a personal experience with the safety & service you desire, we specialize in semiprivate groups of 6 or less divers. Want to try scuba diving? Our 1/2-day introductory course for beginners gets you into the water the same day! Voted #1 Dive Shop by VI Daily News readers and #1 Activity by TripAdvisor, N2theBlue is a full-service PADI scuba diving center with rental gear, air fills & Nitrox. Located 100 steps from the Frederiksted pier, we dive more sites in the calm waters of the West & have a second location servicing the Salt River Canyon/Wall. Call for reservations. Look on Facebook for recent dive photos! www.N2theBlue.com

Dive at night, dive the pier, or dive a wreck with Cane Bay Dive Shop!

Sea Thru Kayaks VI

Bioluminescent Bay Tours Why 340-244-8696

Choose Us?

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Us Sea Thru Kayak

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Watersports & Activities ST. CROIX, WHERE WATERSPORTS IS KING! edge of island history and ecology. Ask about Private Events at our beautiful Salt River Palm Tree Grove. At Bush Tribe Eco Adventures we want to encourage people of all ages to get out and adventure more! www.bushtribe.com

Sea Thru Kayaks VI—Bioluminescent Bay Tours – 340-244-8696

The adventure’s waiting at Virgin Kayak Tours!

KAYAK TOURS Bush Tribe Island Wide Eco Adventures – 340-277-2503

We are your One Stop for ecological and historical excursions! Come snorkel, hike, and kayak with us (day or night) and experience bioluminescent kayaking! Bush Tribe focuses on taking travelers of all ages off the beaten island path to learn about local vegetation, wildlife, and history. Adventurers get to see some of the most intriguing landscapes, breathtaking views, and coral reefs that St. Croix has to offer. Join us as we combine adventure, education, and culture into a relaxed and entertaining format led by experienced guides with a broad knowl-

Why Choose Us? The difference is clear!

The best light show is beneath your totally clear kayak as you are engulfed in millions of lights. Other kayak styles give you a limited view over the side of the kayak or a small window. Our guest list includes National Geographic, New York Times, the leading Bioluminescent researchers in the world, Boston Globe, HGTV House Hunters International, American Airlines inflight magazine, and many others. All tours begin in the evening at Salt River Marina.

Experience the bay that the scientific community is calling possibly the best yearround bay of the seven bays in the world.

Reservation is required. Locally owned and operated. www.seathrukayaksvi.com

Virgin Kayak Tours – 340-514-0062

Voted ‘Best Kayak Tour’ on St. Croix for the past eight years by the readers of the VI Daily News! Family owned and operated for 18 years, Virgin Kayak Tours offers nighttime Bioluminescent Tours, Salt River Historical Park & Ecological Preserve tours, and Custom Tours—half day, full day, or week long. They use the award-winning Hobie Mirage Pedal Kayaks, so your tour is effortless, even in windy conditions, and focus on St. Croix ecology, Pre-Columbian history, and the cultural landscape. “You’ll definitely see our passion shine through on every St. Croix kayak tour!” Located off Route #80 at Salt River Marina. jill@virginkayaktours.com virginkayaktours.com

Go off the beaten path with Bush Tribe Eco Adventures, here Northshore Tide Pools!

JET SKIS / FLYBOARDING West End Water Sports – 340-277-8295

Rent Jet Skis, Kayaks, Snorkeling Gear, Umbrellas and Chairs, and Sunray Floats at West End Water Sports Located on Rainbow Beach, 1-mile north of the Frederiksted Pier. The Western waters are crystal clear and the riding area is second to none on St. Croix. Glide over the smooth clear blue water while enjoying beautiful views of the bottom of the Caribbean Sea on your own unguided jet ski or book a tour to see Hamm’s bluff lighthouse, snorkel in Butler Bay and cruise by Sandy Point. Come spend a day on Rainbow Beach for a relaxing good time, great music, volleyball and your favorite beverages and local catch of the day at Rhythm’s Beach Bar and Grill.

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Watersports & Activities MUCH TO EXPLORE & SO MANY MEMORIES TO COLLECT!

Part 2 in The Nature Conservancy Series

by Kemit-Amon Lewis and Lisa Terry The Nature Conservancy Caribbean Program

Learn to Kiteboard or perfect your skill with Kite St. Croix!

KITE / PADDLE / SURF Kitesurf/Paddlesurf St. Croix – 340-643-5824

If you want to enjoy St Croix’s best playground, come try the fastest growing water sports: Stand Up Paddle surfing and kiteboarding. Our full service operation is the only school on St Croix run by professional athletes, fully insured, and P.A.S.A. certified.

With s.u.p. you benefit from a great work out while gliding over the beautiful Caribbean water.

S.u.p. can be practiced on flat water but we also teach wave riding. For the more adventurous visitors, kiteboarding is the thrill of a lifetime. The beginner package is a three half-day course while we also offer advanced lessons for the experienced riders. Look for us at our new location at Chenay Bay Beach Resort. www.kitestcroix.com

KITE ST. CROIX

East End Paddle Club

Lessons • Rentals Private Parties Sales

340-643-5824

Full service watersports operation

Located at Chenay Bay Beach Resort

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I stress, you stress, we all stress! And it’s not just us. In fact, all living organisms stress, from the largest whale to the smallest plankton. In the case of corals, small marine animals, stress can cause severe impacts including death, increased cases of diseases, and the inability to sustain their symbiotic relationship with zooxanthellae—a microscopic, photosynthetic, dinoflagellate algae.

Corals and zooxanthellae share a symbiotic relationship in that zooxanthellae live in the tissue of corals. In return, zooxanthellae provide food to corals. They also give corals a colored appearance, which is based on the pigment of the zooxanthellae. You may think of it as a landlord (coral) – tenant (zooxanthellae) relationship. Under normal conditions, this symbiotic relationship works well for both the coral and the zooxanthellae but when stressed, corals evict their zooxanthellae tenants to conserve energy. With the white calcium carbonate skeleton that the corals grow exposed, through the colorless coral tissue, coral colonies appear white or “bleached”.

Coral bleaching typically occurs during extremely warm water events and is the result of a combination of elevated sea surface temperatures and light intensity. If conditions return to normal within a few short weeks, corals may recover but, if the sea surface temperature stays above normal for extended periods of time, the corals may die. In some instances, even if corals recover, the stress from the bleaching event may weaken corals so much that they become more susceptible to coral diseases.

Some natural and man-made stressors that impact coral reefs include storms and high wave events, land-based sources of pollution, in-water discharge of waste and sewage, removal of herbivorous fishes, destructive fishing practices, ocean acidification, and invasive species. The most massive

Mound Boulder Coral Bleaching.

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and widespread stressor in recent years has been climate change and its associated impacts.

For reefs to survive, we must continue the serious global conversations about climate change and be innovative in our approach to reduce our dependence on fossil fuels and the over-production of greenhouse gasses. We must also continue to protect and restore critical coral reef sites on national and local scales.

Since the 1980s, The Nature Conservancy has worked with partner organizations to implement coral conservation programs throughout the Caribbean with the goal to eliminate or reduce man-made stressors that harm Caribbean coral reefs. By doing so, we can build resilience – making reefs stronger against the impacts that we cannot easily control, like mass bleaching events.

Whether it is our coral reef restoration work, our support for Marine Protected Areas, our BleachWatch VI community-monitoring program, or the Reef Responsible Sustainable Seafood Initiative, TNC is committed to creating “hope” for reefs—that coral reefs and the many ecological, economic, and cultural benefits that they provide to Caribbean Islanders [and visitors] will continue to exist now and into the future.

Do you snorkel, swim or dive around reefs in St. Croix? Then you can help monitor the extent and severity of bleaching events when they occur. Become a BleachWatch Virgin Islands volunteer and report what you see on the reef using reefconnect.org or the BleachWatch VI mobile app. The BleachWatch VI program that prepares for, monitors, and responds to bleaching events. Come to an in-person training, or take the training online.

There will be a BleachWatch VI training open to the public in St. Croix on August 22, 2017 from 5:30pm-6:30pm @ The Nature Conservancy, 3052 Estate Little Princess; contact Lisa Terry at lisa. terry@tnc.org for more information.

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R E C R E AT I O N GOLF

Tee-off at one of St. Croix’s exceptional golf courses!

Carambola Golf Club – 340-778-5638

A beautiful, challenging 18-hole Robert Trent Jones award-winning course nestled in the lush rainforest.

Name brand sportswear and golf accessories in the Pro Shop. Club rental and carts available.

Call for rates, specials, and tee times.

The Buccaneer Hotel – 340-712-2144

An East End, 18-hole course that takes the player over rolling hills to the water’s edge with incredible views! Call for rates and tee times. Pro Shop.

The Links at Divi Carina Bay Resort – 340-773-9700 Mini 18-Hole Golf Course, Driving Range, Clubhouse. Thursday – Friday, 2-9:00pm, Saturday & Sunday, 12-9pm.

The Reef Golf Course – 340-773-8844

A beautiful 9-hole course located on the East End of St. Croix with phenomenal views of Teague Bay. Our Pro Shop offers top brands in golf apparel and accessories. Call for rates. Tee times are not required.

Club rental and carts are available.

Non-Hotel Beaches MAKE A BIG SPLASH!

All beaches in the U.S. Virgin Islands are open to the public, although access through private property and hotels may have restrictions.

Buck Island Reef National Monument -

See the first designated underwater National Park; the first National Park whose primary designation was to protect a coral reef system. Celebrating 51 years! Two beaches, two picnic areas. Great snorkeling, shade, hiking trail, limited facilities. Located 7 miles East of Christiansted and reached by authorized National Park concessionaires. See Watersports section for more information on getting there.

Cane Bay - On St. Croix’s Northshore,

this is a long, sandy beach with shade and great snorkeling off the reefs near shore; relatively shallow and nice for swimming.

Dive shop, kayaking, hotels, beach bars, and restaurants nearby.

Columbus Landing - The site of the 1493

landing of Columbus at Salt River. Accessed by the road to the left of Salt River Marina.

Minimal facilities. Managed by the Territorial State Historic Preservation Office (DPNR), and is within the boundaries of the National Historical Park and Ecological Preserve. Great view of Salt River from the Visitor’s Center.

Call for hours, 340-773-1460.

Cramer Park - Just before Pt. Udall, on

St. Croix’s East End, is a beautiful long, deep public beach with bathrooms, changing rooms, and picnic tables.

Dorsch Beach - South of Frederiksted is this deep, white-sand beach with hotels, beach bars, and restaurants nearby; great swimming and snorkeling.

TENNIS

We love tennis on St. Croix! Some courts are equipped for night play.

Rainbow Beach - North of Frederiksted is

this lively beach with bar and restaurant plus watersports and volleyball. Live music on Sunday afternoons. Great for swimming!

Reef Beach – A nice slip-of-a-beach across the

street from the Reef Condos on the East End. With a very gradual decline, the beach is perfect for getting on and off your windsurfer or for swimming with small children. Restaurants and golf nearby.

Sandy Point - Located on St. Croix’s West End,

this spectacular beach is part of Sandy Point National Wildlife Refuge and is one the longest in the Caribbean! Park your car in the lot and take a short hike to the beach area for swimming, more hiking, and wildlife/nature photo ops. The beach is also a popular nesting site for the leatherback, hawksbill, green, and loggerhead sea turtles between April 1 and September 1 and is closed 7-days a week. Beach access is however open the rest of the year on weekends only, Saturday and Sunday, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm.

For info call the US Fish & Wildlife Service at 340-773-4554.

Shoy Beach - A popular local’s beach located

inside the entrance to The Buccaneer. Just tell the attendant at the guard gate to your right, that you are heading down to the beach. Parking lot at the end of the road. No facilities; some shade trees.

Deep, lush sand. Great swimming.

St. Croix East End Marine Park - The USVI’s

first marine park encompasses approximately 60 square miles of coastal and marine habitats on St. Croix’s East End, providing a great opportunity to experience the natural wonders of the island. Managed by the Virgin Islands’ Division of Coastal Zone Management, under the Department of Planning and Natural Resources (DPNR). Beaches, watersports, hotels, restaurants and the St. Croix Yacht Club are all accessible from the park. For more information, call the park office at (340) 718-3367.

Chenay Bay Beach Resort – 340-773-2918

Two East End courts open to the public. Non-guests, $5.00 per person per hour. Call for reservations.

The Buccaneer Hotel – 340-712-2143

Eight East End courts, two lighted. Pro Shop and Game Match Service. Tennis Pro available for lessons. Open to the public.

Call to reserve court time.

The Reef Tennis – 340-773-8844

Located on the East End, on the road to Duggan’s Reef Restaurant, and across the street from the Reef Golf Course. Two courts. $5.00 per person per hour.

Open to the public.

Public Courts

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Destination St. Croix

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and cruise ship days. The seasoned traveler doesn’t take chances. Lock your car, don’t wear valuable jewelry wandering in town, keep to the main areas.

CURRENCY & BANKING. We use the US dollar and credit cards are accepted everywhere.

First Bank (all branches), M – Th, 8:30 am – 4 pm, F, 8:30 am – 5 pm, Sat, 9 am – 1 pm (SI and Fsted); Banco Popular Sunny Isle, M – F, 8:30 am – 4 pm, Sat, 9 am – 1 pm, Banco Popular Orange Grove, M – F, 8 am – 4 pm; Scotia Bank Sunny Isle, M – W, 8:30 – 3:30, Th – F, 8:30 am – 5:30 pm. Bank of St. Croix, Gallows Bay & Peter’s Rest, M - Th, 9am - 3pm; Friday, 9am - 3:30pm.

See maps for bank and ATM locations.

TAXES. No sales tax but a 12.5% government tax is applied to hotel rooms.

ARRIVAL. US citizens don’t need a passport; departing visitors need a photo ID. LOCATION. St. Croix lies 18 north latitude and 65 west longitude, about 700 miles from the equator. The Virgin Islands are part of the Antilles chain from the Bahamas down to Trinidad.

St. Croix is surrounded by the Caribbean Sea. VIRGIN ISLANDERS. Virgin Islanders are a reserved but friendly people. “Good Morning,” “Good Afternoon,” and “Good Night” are welcome Crucian greetings. Everyone speaks English or a lilting version of it.

CLIMATE. Year-round temperatures range in the 80s during the day, 70s most nights, with summer somewhat warmer. Easterly trade winds keep the humidity down. Most island showers are over in minutes. Residents collect rainwater from rooftops into household cisterns. Saltwater distillation plants help the supply. With water scarce, it is used sparingly.

TIME. We are on Atlantic Standard in the winter, one hour ahead of Eastern Standard.

During the summer, we are the same time as Eastern Daylight Savings.

WHAT TO WEAR. Island dress is casual but bathing suits and men without shirts in town or grocery stores is frowned upon. Men don’t need ties or jackets; hats are great sun protectors for everyone. No adaptors needed for personal plug-ins.

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COMMUNICATIONS. St. Croix has several radio stations and three television stations; Cable TV carries the national news stations.

Two newspapers are published daily; also an online daily. New York and Miami papers arrive each morning.

TELEPHONE SERVICE. The local area code is 340 but you need not dial it for local numbers. Phone cards are sold at many shops throughout the island. We have local Sprint and ATT stores plus Radio Shack for any forgotten cell phone accessories.

POSTAL RATES. As part of the US postal system, 1st class mail is .47 cents for the first ounce, postcards are .35 cents, international rates are $1.20 for cards and letters. See maps for post office locations.

MARINE LIFE. All native plants, animals, fish (unless harvested for food), coral and shells are protected under the Indigenous Species Act. You will not be permitted to leave the territory with any plants or marine life in your possession.

HOLIDAYS. We celebrate US Federal holidays and local ones as well. The government closes for all holidays, banks close for most.

Shops stay open except on major holidays.

HELPFUL NUMBERS. Police, Fire, Ambulance ................ Land line, 911 Cell Phone, .................................340-772-9111 Divers Alert Network.....................919-684-2948 V.I. Territorial Emergency Management .....................................................340-773-2244 St. Croix Hospital. .........................340-778-6311 AA......................................................340-776-5283 Alanon...............................................340-473-1497

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Always Remember To Drive Left!

Whether renting a car or crossing the street, it is vital to remember that traffic in the USVI flows from the left side of the road.

St. Croix is 28 miles in length and 7 miles at the widest point with two major towns—Christiansted at the center on the north shore and Frederiksted at the west end. The Caribbean Sea which surrounds the island is always there to guide you along the roads that wind around the coast.

Car rental agencies have a variety of vehicles available from sporty jeeps to roomy air-conditioned sedans, vans, and SUVs. The average price usually includes unlimited mileage but you fill the tank upon return! Both US and other driver’s licenses are recognized.

The driver and front seat passenger are required by law to use seat belts and cell phone talking or texting is not allowed.

Parking in Christiansted is limited and 2-hour parking on parts of Company and Queen Cross Streets is enforced.

Look for the signs. There is daytime parking in the National Park Service lot near Ft. Christiansvaern, until 4:30 pm, and a public lot with fees on Strand and King Cross Street.

Major roads are asphalt and usually well maintained. The Melvin H. Evans Highway is the only 4-lane, divided highway running from mid-island west to within 1 mile of Frederiksted. The speed limit is 55. In other areas, the 35 mph limit applies; in town, 20 mph unless otherwise posted.

Let our Attractions & Tours pages (34 & 35) and our St. Croix Road Map (54 & 55) and town maps (56-58) help you plan your island tour!

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Rejsemål St. Croix

PRAKTISKE OPLYSNINGER OM US VIRGIN ISLANDS Ankomst: Pas og visum fordres af danske besøgende.

Beliggenhed. St.Croix ligger på 18 grader nord bredde og 65 grader vest længde, lidt over 1000 km fra Ækvator. Jomfruøerne er en del af Antilles økæden fra Bahama øerne ned til Trinidad. St. Croix er omgivet af det karibiske hav.

water, endless view.

Caribbean Sea Adventures

Island Worship The history of our island is mirrored in its old church structures, many of which have recently been restored. The Moravian brethren, arriving here in the 1730s from Saxony in today’s Germany, founded their mission to bring Christianity to the enslaved part of the population.

The historic Anglican (Episcopalian) churches built in Gothic style include St. John’s in Christiansted and, in Frederiksted, the beautifully restored St. Paul’s church.

The large number of Irish settlers, along with Englishmen and Hispanics, have contributed to the presence of the Catholic church; Holy Cross in Christiansted is the oldest in the Virgin Islands.

The Danish rule of the island from 1733 to 1917 brought the Lutheran church, which still plays a large role here. Lord God of Sabaoth in Christiansted occupies the former Dutch Reformed Church; Holy Trinity in Frederiksted was built shortly after the town was founded.

The Dutch Reformed church (Presbyterian) now has a new mid-island home.

These are just a few of the many (over 150) churches on St. Croix, from SeventhDay Adventist to Methodist, Baptist, Church of God, and many more. Church attendance and activities are important to a large part of our population; visitors are always welcome at services, often a high point in their island experience.

Many other faiths offer places of worship—a Jewish synagogue, a Hindu temple, and a Moslem mosque, to name a few. An easy-to-follow guide is actually the yellow pages of our local phone book beginning on Page 54. w w w.stcroix thisweek.com

Befolkningen. Virgin Islands befolkning er venlig men tilbageholdende. Man hilser gerne med “Good morning”, “Good Afternoon” og “Good Night.” Alle taler engelsk eller et melodisk dialekt deraf.

Klima. Solrigt, med årlige temperaturer omkring højt i 20erne om dagen, omkring 20 grader om natten – lidt varmere i sommermånederne. Østlige passatvinde holder fugtigheden lav. .De fleste byger er forbi i løbet af få minutter. Beboerne samler regnvand fra tagene ned i cisterner under husene. Saltvandsdestillering bidrager til forsyningen.

Vi er nøjsomme med vores vandforbrug.

Tider. Vi ligger på atlantisk standardtid; om sommeren minus 6 timer fra Danmark; mellem oktober og april minus 5 timer. En time før USAs østkyst om vinteren.

Påklædning. Afslappet, men badedragt eller mænd uden skjorte på gaden og i butikker er ildeset. Mænd behøver ikke jakke og slips. En bredskygget hat er en god beskyttelse mod solen for alle. En adapter til 110VDC er nødvendig til strømforbrug ved f.eks.opladning.

Hjælp til Besøgende. Turistkontoret er åbent hverdage og når krydstogtskibe ankommer.

Det ligger i Frederiksted på 1ste sal i en baggård på Strandgade nær kajen. I Christiansted ligger et orienteringscenter til besøgende i den gamle vejerbod ved havnen. Her som alle vegne, vær forsigtig. Lås bilen, gå ikke med værdifulde smykker i byen, og hold dig til de befolkede områder.

Kontaktnumre i Nødstilfælde.

Politi, Brandvæsen, Ambulance ........Fastnet 911 Mobil,..........................................340-772-9111 Dyknings Alarm ............................919-684-2948 Katastrofe Tjeneste.........................340-773-2244 St. Croix Hospital ..........................340-778-6311 AA...................................................340-776-5283 Alanon............................................340-473-1497

Valuta og Banker. First Bank (alle filialer) har åbent mandag-torsdag kl. 8:30-16, fredag til kl. 17, lørdag kl. 9-13 (kun Sunny Isle og Frederiksted). Banco Popular Sunny Isle, man-fre kl. 8:30-16, lør kl. 9-13; Banco Popular Orange Grove, man-fre kl. 8-16. Scotia Bank Sunny Isle, man-ons kl. 8:30-15:30, tors-fre kl. 8:30-17:30. Se by-og økort om bankernes og kontantautomaternes beliggenhed. Bank of St. Croix, Gallows Bay og Peter’s Rest: Man.-Tors. 9 - 15, Fredag 9 - 15:30.

Skatter. Ingen moms her; der lægges dog 12.5% skat på hotelværelser.

Media. St. Croix har flere radiostationer og tre fjernsynsstationer; kabelfjernsyn viser alle de amerikanske kanaler. To aviser udgives daglig; også en netavis. Blade fra New York og Miami kommer daglig.

Telefon. Den lokale.områdekode er 340, men bruges ikke ved lokalopringning. Telefonkort sælges mange steder. Mange danske mobiltelefoner fungerer ikke her; man kan købe billige telefoner med kort og andet tilbehør hos Sprint, AT&T og Radio Shack.

Posttakster: Vi er en del af USAs postsystem, hvor taksterne for et brev er 49 cents og postkort 35 cents. International posttakst er $1.20 for brev og postkort.

Se by- og økortene for at finde postkontorerne.

Plante-og dyreliv på land og i hav.

Alle lokale planter, dyr og fisk (undtagen fanget som føde), er beskyttede, inklusive koraller, skaller og andet levende fra havet.

Man må ikke hjembringe nogen af disse levende organismer.

Helligdage. Her fejrer man amerikanske helligdage foruden en hel del lokale.

Regerings-kontorer er lukkede da, ligeledes som regel banker, mens butikker kun lukker de vigtigste helligdage.

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Island Accommodations

Phone

Easy Hotel Guide Arawak Bay: The Inn at Salt River 340-772 1684 Buccaneer

340-712-2100

Caravelle Hotel & Casino

340-773-0687

Carrington’s Inn

340-713-0508

Chenay Bay Beach Resort

340-718-2918

Club Comanche / Hotel St. Croix 340-773-0210 Club St. Croix

340-718-9150

Colony Cove

340-718-1965

Company House Hotel

340-773-1377

Cottages By The Sea

340-772-0495

Cruzan Classic

340-332-2504

Cruzan Sands Villa

972-747-7575

Divi Carina Bay Beach Resort 340-773-9700 Holger Danske

340-773-3600

Hotel on the Cay

340-773-2035

Inn on Strand Street

340-772-0500

King Christian Hotel

340-773-6330

King’s Alley Hotel

340-773-0103

Mt. Victory Camp Eco Lodge 340-201-7983 Northside Valley

340-772-0558

Palms at Pelican Cove

340-718-8920

Rattan Inn

340-718-5098

Renaissance Carambola Beach Resort 340-778-3800 Sand Castle on the Beach

340-772-1205

Sugar Beach Condo Resort

340-718-5345

Tamarind Reef Resort, Spa & Marina 340-718-4455 Vacation St. Croix

340-718-0361

Waves at Cane Bay

340-718-1815

Air Conditioned Beach Casino Children facilities / daycare Fitness Center Full Kitchen and Patio / Deck Golf Hiking Trails Internet Non-Smoking Pets Allowed Pool Restaurant Spa Tennis Watersports Wetbar / Microwave Whirlpool

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Choose The Buccaneer, Renaissance St. Croix Carambola Beach Resort & Spa or Divi Carina Bay All Inclusive Resort & Casino and get tennis, watersports, shopping, spas, beaches, and restaurants. The Buccaneer and Renaissance Carambola also offer golf. Or choose a personal vacation rental or boutique hotel.

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Club Comanche, Hotel St. Croix is a small, quaint, landmark hotel within the Christiansted National Historic District.

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Cruzan Sands Villa on the Beach is a luxury beachfront villa in Estate Salt River.

Family friendly, it sleeps 8 comfortably.

Relax and enjoy the wonderful sandy beach and the view from the spacious covered wrap-around porch!

Rattan Inn, a tranquil bed & breakfast is nestled into five acres of rolling hills and the ruins of a sugar cane plantation, c. 17501850. This enchanted lush property features five secluded residences, by the night or by the month, and a large, welcoming pool.

Sugar Beach Condo Resort offers spacious, oceanfront condos, studios to 4-bdrm, with A/C, kitchens, over-sized baths, free WiFi, and private verandas! Enjoy a fresh-water pool, sundeck, clubhouse, two lighted tennis courts, and use of kayaks and zayaks. Located a ½ mile from Christiansted, its a great base for exploring the rest of the island!

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New! - RIGHT on the Beach!

3-4 Bedroom / 4.5 Bath - Northside!

Tuesday - Saturday, 11am - 9 pm Hotel on the Cay, just minutes from the boardwalk!

Ted Davis

Welcome to our charming boutique hotel in Historic Christiansted. www.clubcomanche.com

972-747-7575 www.CruzanSands.com • Relax@CruzanSands.com Five secluded residences on five acres with sea views, lush landscaping, pool, and historical ruins.

340-718-5098 340-773-0210

RATTAN INN rattaninnstx.com rattaninn-stcroix.com (Mobile)

“Step into an atmosphere of casual elegance” Hotel on tHe Cay (855) 654-0301 reservations www.hotelonthecay.com

800-524-2049 340-718-5345 www.sugarbeachstcroix.com

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Island

OLYMPIC—ACE Rent A Car

Over 40 years in St. Croix Experience Olympic’s Friendliness! www.olympicstcroix.com

• CARS: Wranglers, 4WD, Soft Top, w/AC, Hyundai Sonata, Nissan Versa, Focus, Toyota Yaris, Minivans, SUV’s •Unlimited Mileage - Low Rates • Most Credit Cards Honored • FREE pickup & return to most locations. We meet all flights at anytime.

340-718-3000 • 1103 Richmond Conveniently located 1 minute away from the seaplane at the entrance to Christiansted.

rent@olympicstcroix.com Call us direct: 888-USVI-CAR (888-878-4227) or fax: (340) 718-9000 No other discounts apply.

Restrictions may apply.

10% DISCOUNT

with this coupon presented at the time of rental on direct reservations only. Valid April 15 - December 1.

Cars, Jeeps, SUVs, Vans Friendly Service, Low Rates!

Website Reservations

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■ These taxi rates to and from the Airport and

Towns were obtained from the Taxi Commission and have been approved by the VI Legislature.

Look for only licensed taxis which carry a dome light and the letters TP on their license plate.

Rates must be posted. Since taxis aren’t metered, confirm the rate before getting in the taxi!

Taxi Charges & Special Provisions ■ The charges to areas not listed in this schedule shall be arrived at by using the nearest place with a rate crossed to the next place ahead with a rate closest to the passenger’s destination.

■ A taxi driver, while on duty, shall not refuse any passenger unless the passenger is intoxicated and disorderly or in the possession of a pet (other than a seeing eye or service dog) that is not properly secured in a kennel.

No charge for service dogs. Large kennel charge, $30., small kennel, $20.

charged for 4 passengers.

Consistently Voted Best Car Rental Since 2011

Visa MasterCard American Express

RESERVATIONS Call 340.713.9289 • Toll Free 888.264.8894 • Airport 340.778.9636 • Christiansted by Seaplane 340.713.9289 • Cruise Ship Passengers call for reservations 340.713.9289

near Government House & in Frederiksted near Ft. Frederik.

■ Radio/Phone call—the fare plus 1/3 of the basic fare.

■ Exclusive Taxi Request— pays the rate

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*PRESENT AD AT START of rental; Direct reservations at budgetstcroix.com or 340.778.9636 or 340.713.9289 only; no other discounts or promotions, etc apply; Valid for rentals 3 days or longer however black out periods apply. All other rental conditions apply.

■ Christiansted Taxi Stands are on King Street

■ Round-trip fares are double the one-way fare plus waiting charges of $1. per minute. First 5 free.

LOWEST Rates Cars, Jeeps, SUVs, Vans!

Seasonal Specials!

Ask about our AARP, AAA or Seasonal Discounts* when you present this ad!!!

TAXI INFORMATION

■ Luggage—A flat rate of $2. Per bag is added for each passenger. The rate for items larger than 30” x 29” will not exceed $4.

■ Hourly Rates—Sedan/Mini Van (1-4 passengers), $40., Van (up to 14), $55., Safari (up to 25), $80. Rates for additional passengers will be negotiated between the taxi operator and passenger(s).

■ Signtseeing Tours—1-4 passengers, $100.00, 5+ passengers, $20. each for 3-hour tour.

■ Questions or Complaints—Call the VI Taxicab Division at 340-773-2226, 8 am – 5 pm, M – F.

NATIVE SON Taxi & Tours

Clean, Courteous, Dependable and Informative Service Cell: 340-626-2767 Home: 340-718-7026

Renter must be 25 or older (ages 23-24 an underage driver fee applies), have valid driver's license & major credit card. An independent Budget Systems Licensee.

E-mail: nativesonstx@yahoo.com

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Transportation

We fly around you.

With more than 100 flights each day, find one that works for you. Easy connections in San Juan, too.

BOOK WITH A SENSE OF ADVENTURE!

TAXI SERVICES Antilles Taxi Service… 340-773-5020, 690-9585 Rudy’s Taxi & Tours:.... 340-773-6803, 514-4600 Native Son Taxi & Tours.... 349-718-7026, 626-2767

San Juan St. Thomas Virgin Gorda Tortola

Epidel Taxi & Tours.......................340-643-0205 St. Croix Taxi Association, Airport:...340-778-1088

St. Croix

FROM AIRPORT TO:

Vieques Culebra ..

Mayaguez

1 or 2 3+ Persons Persons

The Buccaneer.......................... $20....($10) Carambola................................ $20....($10) Christiansted............................ $16......($9) Cotton Valley........................... $24....($11) Divi Carina Bay....................... $24....($12) Frederiksted............................. $12......($6) Green Cay................................. $22....($11) Shoy’s......................................... $20....($10) The Palms at Pelican Cove...... $16......($9) Tamrind Reef Resort...............$21…($11)

FROM CHRISTIANSTED TO: The Buccaneer............................ $9......($5) Cane Bay................................... $24....($11) Carambola................................ $30....($12) Divi Carina Bay........................ $18......($9) Frederiksted.............................. $24....($11) Gallows Bay................................ $6......($3) The Palms at Pelican Cove...... $16......($9) Tamrind Reef Resort.................$12…($6)

Keep left.

Ted Davis

capeair.com 800-CAPE-AIR

10% OFF RENTALS COMPLETED BY 11/15/17 WEBSITE DISCOUNT CODE: STXWEEK17

FROM FREDERIKSTED TO: Carambola................................ $27....($11) Christiansted............................ $24....($11) Divi Carina Bay........................ $36....($18)

EPIDEL Taxi Service & Tours

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St. Croix Road Map

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Ashley Furniture HomeStore. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-3 Hideaway Spa at the Buccaneer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . K-1 Plaza Extra East. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-3 Sweet Lime Furnishings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I-3 The Museum Store at Botanical Gardens. . . . . . . . . . D-4 The Spa at Renaissance St. Croix Carambola Beach Resort . . D-1

Sports

1. Buccaneer Golf / Tennis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . K-1 2. Bush Tribe Eco Tours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . G-0 3. Cane Bay Dive Shop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-1, N-2 4. Kitesurf / Paddlesurf St. Croix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M-1 5. Lightheart Sailing Charters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . K-1 6. Llewellyn’s Charter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N-1 7. N2theBlue Scuba Diving. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . G-1 8. Randall “Doc” James Racetrack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F-4 9. Renaissance Carambola Golf Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-2 10. Sea Thru Kayaks VI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-1 11. Sweet Bottom Dive. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-1 12. Teroro II & Dragonfly Day Sail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . K-1 13. The Reef Golf Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N-1 14. Virgin Kayak Tours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . G-0 15. West End Water Sports. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-3

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Twin Palms — Part of the Cane Bay Wall; sloping shelf starting in 30 feet. Lots of sand chutes, coral heads, snappers, lobster, Green and Hawksbill turtles and Black Durgeons can be found.

14. Davis Bay Wall — Located at the Carambola Beach Resort, this is the closest wall to shore. Sand chutes take you to the wall.

Great place for turtles, sharks and even a resident seahorse in the shallows! Dive center on property to assist with this site.

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Rental Cars

1. Avis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F-4 2. Budget . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F-4 3. Centerline. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-3, F-4 4. Olympic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I-2

Real Estate

1. Calabash Realtors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-1 2. Coldwell Banker St. Croix Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-4, J-1

Farms

1. ARTfarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . J-4 2. La Reine Farmers’ Market . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . G-3 3. Ridge to Reef (VISFI). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-2 4. Sejah Farm. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F-3 5. Southgate Corner Farmer’s Market. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . K-1 6. Tropics Hydroponics Farm. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . G-2

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Airlines

1. Bohlke International Airways . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-4 2. Cape Air. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-4

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No Take Zone – Protects near shore environments including mangroves, sea grass beds, lagoonal patch reefs, and linear reefs.

OPERATING A PERSONAL WATERCRAFT IS PROHIBITED. ALL FISHING AND EXTRACTION IS PROHIBITED. Recreational Zone – Allows snorkeling, diving, boating, and recreational shoreline fishing. Catch-and-release guide fishing, and cast-net bait fishing are allowed with a Marine Park Permit. ALL OTHER TRADITIONAL FISHING IS PROHIBITED (including but not limited to: fish traps; spear fishing; collection of lobster, conch whelk).

Wildlife Preserve Zone – Protects nesting female sea turtles using beaches in East End, Issac, Jack and Boiler Bays to lay eggs.

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Captain Morgan Distillery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F-4 Caribbean Community Theater (CCT). . . . . . . . . . . . . . I-2 Cruzan Rum Factory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-4 Estate Whim Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-4 Gov. Juan F. Luis Hospital & Medical Center. . . . . . . H-2 Island Center for the Performing Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . H-2 Hams Bluff Lighthouse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-1 Library for the Blind . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-1 Point Udall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P-1 Salt River National Historic Park & Ecological Preserve. . . G-0 St. Croix Montessori. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N-1 St. Croix Yacht Club. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N-1 St. George Village Botanical Garden . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-4 Sunny Isle Shopping Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-3 University of the Virgin Islands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F-3

Beaches

Buck Island. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M-0 Cane Bay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-1 Colombus Landing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . G-1 Cramer Park. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . O-1 Dorsch Beach. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-4 Rainbow Beach. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-3 Reef Beach. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N-1 Sandy Point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-5 Shoy Beach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . K-1 St. Croix East End Marine Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M-1

FOR YOUR SAFETY “St. Croix, the Island With a Heart” AED Locations Go to stcroixaed.home.comast.net for all current locations; updated constantly. Of interest to our visitors: Cruise Ship Pier, Carambola Golf Course, St. George Village Botanical Gardens & Whim Museum; Cost U Less & Plaza East, hotels, condos, police stations.

Download Crowdsav App to your smartphone & press the “Locate AED” button for location & directions to the nearest one.

Know where one is closest to where you live, work, pray, play, and shop before you need it!

PETER’S REST CONVENIENCE CENTER Located on Rt. 62 between Rt. 68 and Rt. 70 taking Residential Household Waste, Green Waste, Bulk Waste, Scrap Metal & White Goods plus Household Hazardous Waste. You can also recycle your aluminum and steels cans here to support the Boys & Girls Club. Operated by Virgin Islands Waste Management.

Operating Hours — Monday – Friday, 6 am – 7 pm, Saturday & Sunday, 6 am – 5 pm, Holidays, 6 am – 2 pm.

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Real Estate & Rentals

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Local Art

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THIS NATIONAL PARK COMMEMORATES OUR DANISH HERITAGE (1733-1917).

CHRISTIANSTED WALKING TOUR Let’s start a leisurely walking tour of CHRISTIANSTED at the site of the Old Scale House 1 on the harborfront, known as the Wharf. One section of the 1856 structure displays the scale used in former days to weigh barrels of rum and sugar. The other section holds a bookstore and gift shop as well as an information center about all things St. Croix. This is one of a complex of five buildings comprising the Christiansted National Historic Site, established in 1952, administered by the National Park Service.

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The exhibit rooms have shifting exhibits of local relevance. See Events Calendar for current exhibits.

Admission tickets are sold at the entrance ($3); Senior passes are accepted.

Open every day from 8:30 am – 4:30 pm which also coincides with the hours of the adjacent Fort Parking Lot whose hours are strictly enforced. Brochures for all three parks available.

The Steeple Building 4 across Hospital Street, formerly the Lutheran Church dates from 1753. This site, on the Walking Tour, is currently closed for renovation.

Across Company Street lies the onetime Danish West India & Guinea Company Warehouse 5 , built in 1749. In its courtyard, slave auctions were formerly held. NPS 2nd Thursday Lectures held here.

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Treat Yourself

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Originally, Government House 6 on King Street, was built as a home for a Danish merchant. That section dates from 1749; another section, the previous town house of a wealthy Danish plantation owner, was joined to it in 1826, together becoming the seat of the Danish West Indies government. The grand staircase and portico were added in 1830, as was the impressive ballroom/reception hall on the second floor by Governor General Peter von Scholten, who had his office and official residence here. The former are open to the public (entrance at mid-building on King Street).

The Lutheran Church 7 across Queen Cross Street on King Street, was originally the Dutch Reformed Church, built in the 1740’s and transferred to the Lutherans in 1831, who brought the furnishings here from the Steeple Building. Later, the steeple was added.

Walking up Queen Cross Street to Company Street takes you to Apothecary Hall 8 on the left corner, which holds both the tiny Apothecary Museum on Queen Cross Street, open anytime, and in the courtyard the Archaeological Museum, open only Saturdays 10 am-2 pm.

Nearby on Company Street is the Old Market 9 , laid out in the original town plan from 1735, and still being used. The well dates from 1863. On this square you will also find the downtown Post Office.

Christiansted National Historic Site Established in 1952, Christiansted National Historic Site was the first unit of the National Park Saystem in the US Virgin Islands. The park’s historic buidings and grounds commemorate the Danish heritage (1733-1917) of the town of Christiansted, St. Croix, which was named in honor of the reigning King of Denmark and Norway, Christian VI. In the 1700s, Christiansted was part of a mercantile system that linked Europe,West Africa, and the Caribbean in the infamous “Triangular Trade.”

Christiansted was the first town in the Lesser Antilles to be built on the grid system and to have a building code.

Its distinctive colonial architecture reflects the town’s status as capital of the Danish West Indies (1755-1871); the great wealth generated by the export of cane sugar, molasses, and rum; and the influence of government building inspectors.

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The Oscar E. Henry Customs House 3 was built in the 1800s. The Freedom Fountain 4, facing the pier, was installed for the Emancipation 150th Anniversary Celebration.

63 After severe damage during a labor insurrection in 1878, the town was rebuilt in Victorian style. Victoria House 5, on Strand Street, and Apothecary Hall 6, on King Cross Street between King and Queen Streets, preserve the Frederksted architecture of that time.

The Visitor’s Bureau 7, is located upstairs on Strand Street above the Frederiksted Mall and next door to the historic light blue building housing the Caribbean Museum Center for the Arts 8.

Frederiksted is home to a number of historic churches, including St. Paul’s Episcopal Church 9, Holy Trinity Lutheran Church 10, Friedensberg Moravian Church 11, and St. Patrick Roman Catholic Church 12.

The newly restored Old Danish School 13, on Hospital Street and Market Street, is a handsome building. At Strand and Queen Cross Streets is the Athalie McFarlane Petersen Public Library 14, built in 1803. The Market Place 15, is still in use today, as it was in 1751 at the founding of Frederiksted.

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Treat Yourself

1. The Fred’s Spa, Pg 61

Other Interests

1. Coldwell Banker Real Estate, Pg 63 1. Albert Edwards Fish Market 2. American Legion Hall Restaurants 3. Emile Henderson, Sr. Fire Station 1. Beach Side Café, Pg 25 4. Ft. Frederik Beach Bathhouse 2. Cibone, Pg 26 5. Frederiksted Community Boating & Sailing Assoc.

3. Lost Dog Pub, Pg 26 6. Frederiksted Health Care 4. Tap Deck Bar & Billiards, Pg 25 7. Hams Bluff Lighthouse (north of Frederiksted) Shopping 8. Legislature of the Virgin Islands 1. Caribbean Museum Center 9. Our Town Frederiksted for the Arts, Pg 37 2. Franklin’s on the Waterfront, Pg 21 10. Paul E. Joseph Stadium 11. Police Bike Patrol Unit Sports 12. Post Office 1. Adventures In Diving, Pg 43 13. Public Library 2. Cane Bay Dive Shop, Pg 44 3. Crucian Heritage & Nature Tourism, Pg 35 14. Public Restrooms 15. Rotary Club of St. Croix West 4. Cruzan Cowgirls, Pg 35 70 5. Lyric Sails, Pg 42 16. St. Croix Country Club

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by Nataki Finch Richards, Executive Director

o you find yourself taking hikes or long walks around the island in awe of its natural beauty? Do you marvel in the beauty of our hillsides, natural forests and pristine beaches? If so, then you are a natural ally to the conservation movement in the United States Virgin Islands. How can you join the conservation movement? Spend time outdoors and get involved in one of the organizations working to protect and preserve the island.

This feature highlights one organization on island that is making a difference.

The Trust for Virgin Islands Lands (TVIL) is a local land trust whose goal is protect scenic views, save wildlife habitats, identify and maintain rare plant species, as well as save culturally significant lands from development. Over the last ten (10) years TVIL has protected and preserved over 100 acres in the Virgin Islands. Contributions from individual donors and charitable foundations have made it possible for the Trust to acquire land and steward it responsibly. TVIL monitors its properties annually and operates in accordance with the policies and procedures of the Land Trust Alliance. The Trust for Virgin Islands Lands (TVIL) is now conducting its Annual Fundraising Appeal. “TVIL’s annual fund drive is vital for the continued preservation and protection of natural landscapes for generations to come,” explains Ms. Richards.

There are other ways to support conservation in the territory. Property owners can give TVIL a conservation easement on undeveloped property. With the passage of legislation by Congress at the end of 2015, landowners who give conservation easements on their property to qualifying organizations can obtain federal tax incentives. Landowners can deduct up to fifty percent (50%) of their adjusted gross income on their federal income taxes.

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perpetual easement on thirty (30) acres of privately held land near Annaly Bay in 2009, obtained title to fifteen (15) acres in Estate Marienhoj in 2013, and raised funds to acquire ten (10) acres in Estate Spring Garden in 2015. In cooperation with the Nature Conservancy and the Virgin Islands Department of Agriculture, TVIL acquired twenty-two (22) acres of pristine, mature forest in the Coral Bay watershed in St. John in 2012.

In 2015, TVIL acquired ten (10) acres in Estate Spring Garden that will serve as the centerpiece of a park adjacent to Maroon Ridge.

Over the past year, TVIL has made significant additions to its natural land holdings. It acquired forty (40) acres of historic agricultural land in Estate Lowry Hill from a generous donor. The property is significant because is it a part of the historic Castle Nugent area on island. This year, TVIL aims to continue to acquire land with the ultimate goal of establishing a territorial park system where locals and visitors will be able to learn about rich heritage while connecting with the land.

“The land that we have protected would otherwise have remained vulnerable to development,” states Mike Walsh, Board President of TVIL. “Its our belief that through preservation, TVIL will contribute to the economic vitality of St. Croix and the Virgin Islands. Our islands are rich in heritage, cultural diversity, community engagement, and natural beauty. This is what sets us apart and will allow us to move forward despite the challenging economic times.”

Mike talked about the TVIL, as part of the Friends of the St. Croix National Parks Lecture Series, on June 8. Watch the video at www.stxparkfriends.org.

“If you would like to support the work of TVIL with a financial contribution,” says Walsh, “you can send your tax-deductible gift to: TVIL, P.O. Box 25842, Christiansted, VI 00824.” Gifts in honor or memory of someone special are encouraged.

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The Spa at Renaissance St. Croix Carambola Beach Resort – 340-778-3800 Take a break and get pampered! Relax and rebalance yourself, in our Mediterraneaninspired spa, with a Hot Stone Massage, relaxing pedicure or one of our luxurious Marriott Signature Facials. We also offer Couples Beach Massages, Reflexology, Body Scrubs and other rejuvenating, therapeutic services. Renew your appearance or restore your hair, after a day in the sun, in our upscale Hair Salon, offering deep conditioning, styling, Keratin treatments, coloring, and cuts. Spoil yourself or a friend!

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STARS SHOPPING

ST. CROIX Sky Watch SUMMER 2017

Our clear skies are perfect for star gazing!

NORTH LITTLE DIPPER North Star CASSIOPEIA DRACO ANDROMEDA

Constellation names are in upper case. Star and planet names in lower case.

The sun, moon, planets and stars all rise in the east and set in the west.

In the northern hemisphere Fall begins on September 22nd

July Moon Phases:

Aug. Moon Phases:

Sept. Moon Phases:

Oct. Moon Phases:

First Quarter...... 30 July Full Moon.............9 July Last Quarter...... 16 July New Moon........ 23 July

First Quarter.....29 Aug. Full Moon........... 7 Aug. Last Quarter.....14 Aug. New Moon.......21 Aug.

First Quarter.... 27 Sept.

Full Moon...........6 Sept.

Last Quarter.... 13 Sept.

New Moon...... 20 Sept.

First Quarter...... 27 Oct. Full Moon.............5 Oct. Last Quarter...... 12 Oct. New Moon........ 19 Oct.

July Sunset: Aug. Sunset: Sept. Sunset: Oct. Sunset:

6:59 pm 6:46 pm 6:22 pm 5:57 pm

July Sunrise: Aug. Sunrise: Sept. Sunrise: Oct. Sunrise:

5:52 am 6:02 am 6:08 am 6:14 am

Sunrise and sunset times are based on the 15th of each month.

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ver these months the sky over the Virgin Islands will dazzle with planets, stars, meteors, and an eclipse of the Sun.

As the sky grows dark, high in the west is the very bright star-like object Jupiter. Just south of Jupiter is the bright star of Spica, a grain of wheat being held in the hand of Virgo, the goddess of the harvest. At the same time, high in the southern sky is a bright red star, Antares, the red heart of Scorpius, the scorpion. Antares is the heart of the scorpion; perhaps you can see the stars that form the scorpion’s long curved tail. Scorpius is one of the few constellations, or star groups, that looks something like you thing it should. North of Antares is a bright star-like object, not as bright as Jupiter, this is Saturn. Venus will dominate t early morning eastern sky. Venus is the third brightest natural object in the sky after the Sun and the Moon.

You should be able to easily spot three bright stars which form a large triangle. Since the triangle is visible all night long during the Summer up north, it is called the Summer Triangle. Each bright star marks a different star group or constellation. Farthest West and lowest in the sky is Vega, part of Lyra the Harp.

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By: Tom Lesser, formerly Senior Lecturer at the American Museum-Hayden Planetarium and frequent island visitor.

CEPHEUS Deneb

Vega LYRA HERCULES Milky Way

PEGASUS Altair

PISCES

EAST

VIEW THE MAP SO THAT THE NORTH INDICATOR IS FACING NORTH

AQUILA SCORPIUS

AQUARIUS

Antares CAPRICORNUS SAGITTARIUS

SOUTH

CONSTELLATIONS: UPPER CASE • Stars: Lower Case

Cygnus, the Swan. Perhaps you can see other stars which form the Swan’s body, neck and head and its wings which spread wide. Cygnus is flying South along the Milky Way. The Milky Way looks like a hazy band of light arcing across the sky. It is the light from billions and billions of stars so far away, that all we see is their light combined into this haze.

From time-to-time the Earth passes through a cloud of dust left behind by a comet and you can see a meteor shower. The dark clear skies of the Virgin Islands make the islands a great place to see these “shooting stars”. About fifty miles above the Earth, walnut size pieces of dust and ice are passing through the air so quickly that they burn up and you see a flash of light, a shooting star. The flash happens so quickly that if you say to a friend “look over there”, by the time they look the flash will be gone. July, August, and October all bring meteor showers.

The Delta Aquarids is an average shower that can produce up to 20 meteors per hour at its peak on the night of July 29th to the morning of July 30th.

In the early morning hours of August 12th you will be able to see the Persid meteor shower, the best meteor shower of the year.

The comet which left the dust behind which forms the Persids is comet Swift-Tuttle. Swift-

Tuttle was discovered in 1862. It was found again in 1992 and astronomers have since found records of it going back to 69 BC. The Orionids is an average shower producing up to 20 meteors per hour at its peak. It is produced by dust grains left behind by comet Halley, which has been known and observed since ancient times. The shower peaks this year on the morning of October 22nd.

On August 21st there will be a solar eclipse as the Moon will come directly between the Earth and the Sun. From the northern Pacific Ocean, across much of the United States, and out into the Atlantic Ocean the Moon will completely block out the Sun and people will experience a Total Solar Eclipse. In USVI the Moon will only partially cover the Sun: the partial eclipse begins at 2:14 pm, the maximum of the eclipse is at 3:36 pm, and the partial eclipse ends at 4:47 pm. It is important to never look directly at the Sun without proper eye protection. Sunglasses are NOT proper eye protection.

The Sun will shine directly overhead on the equator on September 22nd and there will be nearly equal amounts of day and night throughout the world. This is the first day of Fall (autumnal equinox) in the Northern Hemisphere and the first day of Spring (vernal equinox) in the Southern Hemisphere.

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