April 2016 - St Croix This Week

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Guiding Visitors & Locals for 45 Years

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50th Anniversary Year

Often imitated, but never duplicated...

Sonya’s original “St. Croix Hook.”

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

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TABLE OF CONTENTS Apr / May 2016

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FEATURES

Come Together in Support of Local Cuisine, the Caribbean Writer, World-class Athletes, Regional Rums, & Abandoned Animals................................. 3 Duty Free Allowance........................................................ 8 Farm Fresh—Where To Find It..................................... 24 Restaurant Entertainment............................................. 30 balter............................................................................... 30 Meet Cover Artist Juhrista Jacobs................................. 36 VI Bridal Guide—‘Next Level’ Wedding Portraits....... 38 Our Danish Connection—VELKOMMEN!................. 39 Our Island Still Retains a Few Danish Food Traditions...... 39 Adventures in Diving STX Joins Frederiksted Vibe!.... 41 Cruzan Open, One-Design Regatta— Qualifier for the Opti Worlds................................. 46 Always Remember to Drive Left!................................... 48 Island Worship............................................................... 49 Christiansted National Historic Site............................. 57 Conserving our Coral Reefs on Earth Day & Lionfish Awareness Day...................................... 59 Island Living—The Sky’s the Limit!.............................. 63

LEISURE

Events Calendar..................................................... 4-7 Shopping...................................................................8 Easy Shopping Guide..............................................10 Dining......................................................................22 Restaurant Entertainment......................................30 Easy Dining Guide..................................................33 Attractions & Tours.................................................34 Island Art.................................................................36 Island Weddings......................................................38 Watersports.............................................................40 Recreation/Beaches.................................................47 Treat Yourself...........................................................60

Juhrista Jacobs.

ON THE COVERS APRIL 2016 “Crucian Pineatopia”

DESTINATION ST. CROIX

Carved Fruit Arrangement

Courtyard Fountain.

Susan Wall

Helpful Info & Phone Numbers.............................48 Easy Hotel Guide.....................................................50 Accommodations....................................................51 Transportation........................................................52

MAPS

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

LIVING

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

MAY 2016 “Melon Melody”

ST. CROIX THIS WEEK

Carved Fruit Arrangement

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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 new 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!

Sincerely, Kenneth Mapp Governor

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Come Together in Support of Local Cuisine, the CaribbeanWriter, World-Class Athletes, Regional Rums, & Rescued Animals.

Kelly Greer

Ramon Serrano

Nicole Canegata

April 8-12

May 1

St. Croix Food & Wine Experience—Food, Fun, and Philanthropy! Named by ForbesTravel as one of the Top 10 food and wine events! Experience this exciting series, with visiting Celebrity Chefs, that includes Cork & Fork Dinners, Sunset BBQ, Wine in the Warehouse, Cuisine on the Green, and a Gourmet Vintner Dinner with proceeds going to the St. Croix Foundation for Community Development. All dates and times listed in the Events Calendar, Page 5. Facebook, Twitter

Since 1988, St. Croix has hosted one of the world’ great endurance events, the Captain Morgan Ironman 70.3 Triathlon.

From a choppy 1.2-mile swim in Christiansted harbor, racers are on to the challenging bike leg, a 56-mile circumnavigation of the island including the treacherous “Beast.” Bikers finally morph into runners and head out on a 13.1-mile run with the Finish back at the Fort. Featuring 30 Ironman World Championship Spots. www.stcroixtriathlon.com

April 14

May 28-29

Attention Foodies! A Taste of St. Croix invites you to sample dishes from over 50 restaurants and caterers and taste wines from all over the world at this amazing event in its 15th year.

From ‘soup to nuts,’ something for everyone. Island personalities, Red Carpet, Music under the stars. Divi Carina Bay Resort, 6 pm. www.tasteofstcroix.com, Facebook.

April 20-23 Celebrating the imagination, the 2nd Annual VI Literary Festival & Book Fair showcases local and regional literature, art, dance, poetry, and theater with panel discussions and workshops on writing, film production, and publishing, topping it all off with a Book Bacchanal at the Caribbean Museum Center for the Arts. The Caribbean Writer will celebrate 30 years!

UVI Albert A. Sheen Campus Great Hall. www.uvi.org, https:// vilitfest.wordpress.com, Facebook w w w.stcroix thisweek.com

Celebrating St. Croix’s historical culture of spirits, food, music and arts, attend the 1st Annual St. Croix Rum Festival, “Flavor of Rum,” at Fort Frederik, Frederiksted, 3 pm – 1 am. Get a head start the night before at a Pre-Rum Festival Cocktail Party at The Palms from 7 pm – 10 pm with performances from Maria Carmona, Blakness Creese, Kenya Eugene and featuring 19-time, World Champion Bartender Flair Champion Christian Delpech. www.stcroixrumfestival.com, Facebook

May 29 The 3rd Annual Animal Jam is a ‘feel good’ fundraiser to support the ongoing services of The Animal Welfare Center, Healing Paws Sanctuary, Cruzan Cowgirls Horse Rescue, The VI Humane Learning Center, and the Sunshine Foundation.

A day-long music event on the beach with games, raffles, demos, food and drink—a great way to celebrate Memorial Day Weekend! Rhythms at Rainbow Beach. Facebook April / May 2016 • Page 3

Events - St. Croix A PR I L / M AY 2 0 1 6

CRUISE ARRIVALS* APRIL 2016 Mon, April 4 Wed, April 6 Sun, April 10 Mon, April 18 Sun, April 24

7am Adventure 8am Maasdam 8am Adventure 7am Adventure 8am Adventure

MAY 2016 Mon, May 2

7am Adventure

THURSDAYS, 5:30 PM Disco Bingo Deep End Bar & Restaurant Revelry at the bingo table! The DJ plays disco between games; you go wild! Reservations.

340 718-7071. www.newdeepend.com THURSDAYS, 6 PM BUFFET ENTERTAINMENT 8 PM Caribbean Beach BBQ Divi Carina Resort & Casino Hear steel pans & see Mocko Jumbies at this traditional West Indian Buffet. $35pp, $19 children 12 & under. Call (340) 773-9700x732.

*Ship schedule subject to change. Call 772-0357.

NEW! Norwegian Airlines weekly arrivals from Copenhagen continue on Fridays, April 1 – 15.

NOTE: Event dates, time, and location were at press time. Please call to confirm.

ONGOING EVERY FULL MOON, AT SUNSET Stand Up Paddle Party & Beach Fire Freedom City Surf Board Shop & Grill Music, food, entertainment. (340) 642-2985 (340) 277-0682 FIRST SUNDAYS, 5:30 PM Jazz Vespers St. Croix Reformed Church Feast your ears & open your hearts with the jazz sounds of our island’s talented musicians, featuring music with prayer. (340) 778-0520 www.stcroixreformed.org MONDAY - SATURDAYS, 10 AM-4 PM Self-Guided Farm Tour Ridge to Reef Farm With map in hand, take the Selfie Tour, Mon, Tues, Wed, Fri or Sat! $10pp (340) 220- 0466 or csa@ridge2reef.org MONDAYS, 6 PM Caribbean Night The Palms at Pelican Cove Enjoy a Traditional West Indian Buffet with Mocko Jumbies, fire dancers & live music! $30pp, $25 for children 12 & under. Reservations (340) 718-8920. www.palmspelicancovecom TUESDAYS & FRIDAYS, 9 AM-11 AM Nursery Open St. George Village Botanical Gardens Shop here for beautiful tropical plants!

(340) 692-2874 www.sgvbg.org TUESDAYS, 7 PM Beach BBQ & Floor Show Harbormaster Beach Club Take a ferry ride to Hotel on the Cay for an all-youcan-eat Beach BBQ with Steel Pan Music, Mocko

April 16, Basket Weaving Workshop, Mt. Victory Camp Eco Lodge.

Jumbies, Broken Bottle & Limbo Dancing, & Fire Eating. $31pp; children 12 & under 1/2 price.

Reservations (340) 719-5438.

WEDNESDAYS, 12-3PM SATURDAYS, 10 AM-2 PM Laweatz Family Museum Walk-Up Tours Little La Grange, Frederiksted Learn about the Danish Lawaetz family that arrived at the turn of the 20th century & see how this 18th century property is transforming into a 21st century farm. $15pp. RSVP: (340) 220-0466 or email csa@ridge2reef.org.

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

(340) 773-9700 WEDNESDAYS, 7 PM-UNTIL Trivia Night The Palms at Pelican Cove Test your knowledge at this fun evening event.

(340) 718-8920 TWICE MONTHLY ON WEDNESDAYS Lunch in the Garden St. George Village Botanical Gardens Enjoy a creative 3-course luncheon prepared by Chef Anton Doos & the students from St. Croix Career & Technical Education Center. April 13 & 27, May 11 & 25. Garden members $25, non-members $30. Reservations (340) 692-2874 www.sgvbg.org THIRD WEDNESDAYS, 6:30 PM Artists Guild of St. Croix Monthly Meeting The Palms at Pelican Cove The meeting commences at 7pm, after a fun 30 minutes of conviviality. Join us; bring a friend.

(781) 248-6027 Facebook.

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2ND THURSDAYS, 5-6:30 PM Happy Hour Caribbean Museum Center for the Arts A community social gathering featuring artists from the museum, music & lite bites; cash bar. Free to CMCA members, or a $5 donation suggested.

(340) 772-2622 www.cmcarts.org FIRST FRIDAYS, 4:30-6:30PM After Hours Café Christine Delicious complimentary hors d’oeuvres, cash bar & good times with friends. (340) 713-1500 Facebook.

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

(340) 718-7071 www.newdeepend.com

APRIL 2016 APRIL 1, 5 PM-10 PM “Art St. Croix” Exhibition Opening Art @ Top Hat Gallery Features St. Croix’s finest artists & benefits art programs for our island’s public & private schools.

Runs through Saturday & Sunday, 10 am - 4 pm.

Facebook. (340) 513-3558 APRIL 1-2, 8-9, 8 PM, APRIL 3, 4 PM Rumors (Neil Simon Comedy) Caribbean Community Theater Four couples gather to celebrate their friends’ 10th wedding anniversary only to discover the host unconscious and unresponsive. His wife is nowhere to be found! (340) 778-1983 www.cct.org APRIL 2 - 3 3rd Annual Coconut Cup SUP Festival Freedom City Surf Board Shop & Grill Show off your skills during a weekend of stand-up paddling & fun at this World Paddle Associationsanctioned “Luxury Destination” race in Frederiksted. (340) 642-2985

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Events - St. Croix

SU N SE T JA Z Z , A P R I L 1 5 & M AY 2 0 , F R E DE R I K ST E D BA N D STA N D APRIL 2, 8 - 10 AM Clean the Beach for the Turtle’s!

Southgate Coastal Reserve Join SEA to prepare the beach for turtle nesting season. Open to the community. Students earn Community Service hours. (340) 773-1989, www.stcroixenvironmental.org

APRIL 11, 4 PM-10 PM Hawaiian Caribbean Fusion Luau Carambola Golf Club Celebrity Chef Sam Choy and his Crucian friends prepare a delicious fusion of 2 cultures! Music by Kev’s Pan Vibes & The Drunk Dumplings Trio adds more fun. Entertainment by Kiki & the Flaming Gypsies! $75 Tickets: www.eventbrite.com (340) 778-5638 www.golfcarambola.com

APRIL 4, 6, 10, 18, 24, 8:30 AM Walking Tour of Frederiksted Freedom Statue Across from the Pier Enjoy a 1 ½- hour tour, sponsored by CHANT (Crucian Heritage & Nature Tourism), taking in the Frederiksted waterfront, Fort Frederik, and Victorian townhouses & historic churches. $20 adults / $10 children 8-12. Reservations, (340) 277-4834.

APRIL 7, 5:30-6:30 PM 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 three National Parks. Ft. Christiansvaern parking lot open till 7 pm. Call (340) 773-1460.

APRIL 8-9, 9:45-10:45 AM Victor Borge Listen & Learn John H. Woodson Jr. High Auditorium St. Croix Landmarks Society invites all school & homeschooled children & seniors to enjoy this program of music, dance & song. Free. To register, (340) 772-0598 www.stcroixlandmarks.com APRIL 8, 6 PM Food & Wine Experience: Sunset BBQ Historic Frederiksted Talented chefs Billy Desimone, Negust Kaza & our own Crucian son Ralph Motta team with young culinary students to show off their grilling talents. With bars, grills & room to roam, attendees enjoy beautiful views & tropical breezes. Adult $50, Children $25 (340) 773-9898 www.stxfoodandwine.com APRIL 8, 6 PM Food & Wine Experience: Cork & Fork Dinners Private homes, Historic sites How about an exclusive dinner for your group?

Sophisticated wines, and an intimate setting?

Renowned executive Chefs Sam Choy & Robyn Almovodar prepare decadent dinners at stunning locations around the island. $1000 pp. Reservations: (340) 773-9898 www.stxfoodandwine.com APRIL 8-9, 7:30 PM Candlelight Concert Series Estate Whim Museum Let Mr. Yevgeny Dokshansky on clarinet & Mr. Hayward Mickens on piano enchant you in this lovely great house setting. Hosted by St. Croix Landmarks Society. $40 members, $45 non-members.

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APRIL 12, 6 PM Food & Wine Experience: Gourmet Vintner Dinner Ha’Penny Beach Club An all-time favorite with a new twist: for 2016, it’s an All Silver Jubilee in honor of the St. Croix Foundation’s 25th Anniversary. Customary elegant pairing of perfect wines with the dishes!

With its gourmet themed auction, this event is the ultimate in indulgence & generosity. $250.pp, 773-9898 www.stxfoodandwine.com

April 22, Jazz in the Park, Christiansted Bandstand.

Susan Wall

APRIL 9, 6 PM Food & Wine Experience: Wine in the Warehouse Leeward Island Warehouse Travel back in time to experience the Great Gatsby & Prohibition Era while you enjoy wine tastings, cocktail samplings, small bites & music. $125.pp (340) 773-9898 www.stxfoodandwine.com APRIL 10, 12:30 PM Food & Wine Experience: Cuisine on the Green Carambola Golf Club Experience a Robert Trent Jones Golf Course while enjoying culinary bites & cocktail samples at selected tees. Registration, 10:30 am. $800 per team, $200 individual, $75 for cart tasting only.

(340) 773-9898, (340) 778-5638 www.golfcarambola.com www.stxfoodandwine.com APRIL 10, 10 AM-12 NOON Free Public Snorkel Clinic Southgate Coastal Reserve Learn to snorkel or advance your skills! School-aged children to adults are welcome. Instruction, gear & light refreshments provided. Sponsored by Reef Jam. Call (340) 773-1989 www.stxenvironmental.org

APRIL 16, 6 PM A Taste of St. Croix Divi Carina Bay Resort STX showcases its hospitality industry! Sample delicious dishes from over 50 local restaurants & taste wines from around the world at this amazing event. Celebrity chefs & special guests judge! $95pp Tickets: www.tasteofstcroix.com APRIL 15, 6-9 PM Sunset Jazz Clock Tower, Buddhoe Park, Frederiksted Bring a blanket or beach chair & prepare to catch the hip sounds of local & international musicians.

Food & drinks available. Music & conviviality free.

APRIL 16, 10 AM-3 PM Basket Weaving Workshop Mount Victory Camp Eco Lodge Enjoy a day learning the age-old skill (the warpand-weft style) with materials collected from the wild. $25. Bring lunch. Register: 340-201-7983 or mountvictorycamp@gmail.com

APRIL 10, 3 PM Places That Matter: Hubert Harrison Birthplace Estate Concordia East St. Croix Landmarks historians takes you to the birthplace of this writer, lecturer, editor, orator & radical socialist who moved to Harlem & became known to some as “The Black Socrates.” $15 adults; $12 for members; students K- age12 free.

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Events - St. Croix

JAZZ IN THE PARK, APRIL 22 & MAY 27, CHRISTIANSTED BANDSTAND APRIL 17, 6 AM The 34th Annual National Library Week Run Florence Williams Public Library Run or walk among the historic Christiansted buildings & celebrate National Library Week in this flat route 5K race. (340) 643-2557 www.virginislandspace.org

APRIL 30, 9-11 AM Kayak Tour of Salt River St. Croix Environmental Association SEA staffers Carol Burke & Jen Valiulis share info about mangrove & marine ecology as well as birdlife in this rich ecosystem. $10 for members & kids age 10-18. $15 non-members. To register, (340) 773-1989 www.stxenvironmental.org

APRIL 20-23 2nd Annual VI Literary Festival & Book Fair UVI Campus & Venues Island-wide Celebrating the imagination through literature, art, dance, poetry, theater, panel discussions & workshops on writing, film production & publishing; The Caribbean Writer celebrates its 30th anniversary! (340) 201-6381 APRIL 20-24 Women’s Coalition 24th Annual Tennis Classic Buccaneer Hotel Tennis Club Join the Women’s Coalition for games featuring players from all over the Caribbean & the mainland. Supports WCSC’s free programs & services in the community. Contact Don deWilde, (340) 718-3036. www.wcstx.org APRIL 21, 5-8 PM Art Thursday Downtown Christiansted More than 20 galleries & shops show the works of artists & jewelry makers. Stay for dinner in town. This Art Walk is a favorite of visitors & locals.

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APRIL 21, 5-8 PM “Havana” Art Exhibition Café Christine Gallery Photographer Stephan Larsen has an eye! See his look at Cuba for Art Thursday. (340) 713-1500 APRIL 21, 5-8 PM “Art All Ways & Forever” Exhibition Henle Studio The Henle Studio celebrates its 23rd season with tropical landscape paintings by Maria Henle, vintage Caribbean photographs by Fritz Henle, contemporary fine art photographs by Tina Henle & authentic Crucian Chaney Jewelry Collection by Tanja McPherson. (340) 718-0372 APRIL 22, 5:30-7:30 PM Jazz in the Park Ft. Christiansvaern Bandstand Catch cool jazz sounds to the backdrop of lovely Christiansted harbor! Bring chairs, blankets, coolers & friends. Presented by Community Music.

Free! (340) 277-3914, (340) 332-4055 APRIL 22, 6 PM Annual Community Passover Sedar B’nai Or Synagogue The St. Croix Jewish Community invites everyone

APRIL 30, 7 PM Movie Night Ft. Christiansvaern Bandstand The National Park Service invites you to bring a blanket & enjoy the movie! Please pack up trash afterwards. Bathrooms available. See what’s playing: www.facebook.com/stcroix-moviesatthefort.

April 29, Christiansted Triathlon Jump Up!

Steve Simonsen

to their sedar feast, marking the onset of Passover.

Members $30, non-members $35. Reservations

by April 18. Text Marina Ricci at (847) 409-8517 or email Marina-r@comcast.net APRIL 23-24 Triathlon Cleanup Island-wide with SEA St. Croix Environmental Association needs You! Volunteer for its important annual CLEAN program (Crucian Litter Elimination Action Now), a roadside cleanup across the island. (340) 773-1989 www.stxenvironmental.org APRIL 23 Full Moon Hike Ham’s Bluff Light House Naturalist Olasee Davis leads you to the Ham’s Bluff Lighthouse, constructed by the Danes circa 1915 on the island’s northwest end. Hosted by St. Croix Hiking Association. See website for time and meeting point. www.stcroixhiking.org (340) 772-2073 APRIL 29, 6 PM 17th Annual ‘The Children Run’ Sunday Market Square, Christiansted Kids 13 & under kick off the Triathlon events in this short race down King Street. Everyone wins a certificate & medal. Registration, 4pm.

(340) 643-2557 www.virginislandspace.org APRIL 29, 6-10 PM Triathlon Jump Up! Downtown Christiansted This Jump Up tips its hat to kids and triathletes!

The Children Run run kicks off the fun! Local bands, street vendors, Mocko Jumbies. Stores open late. Restaurants & bars offer specials.

Sponsored by Christiansted Restaurant & Retail Association (CRRA). Facebook.

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MAY 2016 MAY 1, 6:30 AM START Captain Morgan Ironman 70.3 Triathlon Islandwide One of the oldest & greatest, this triathlon is widely known as “Beauty and the Beast” & draws the world’s top triathletes. This year, it celebrates its 28th anniversary, features 30 Ironman 70.3 World Championship spots, & plans to make history. www.stcroixtriathlon.com MAY 2, 8:30 AM CHANT: Walking Tour of Frederiksted Freedom Statue Across from the Pier Enjoy a 1 ½- hour tour, taking in the Frederiksted waterfront, Fort Frederik, Victorian townhouses & historic churches. $20 adults/$10 children 8-12.

To register, (340) 277-4834 MAY 5, 5 -8 PM “Depth of Field” Photography Exhibit Art @ Top Hat Gallery The gallery showcases the works of photographers from St. Croix, St. Thomas & St. John; each has a unique eye. Through May 18. (340) 513-3558

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“A RAISEN IN THE SUN,” CARIBBEAN COMMUNITY THEATER, MAY 6 – 21!

MAY 29 Memorial Day Race St. Croix Yacht Club SCYC invites sailboats of all classes to race from the club in Teague Bay to Buck Island & break for a picnic followed by a race back to the club. Info: Doug DeReu (340) 626-8614 STYC (340) 773-9531 www.stcroixyc.com

MAY 6-7, 13-14, 20-21, 8 PM MAY 15, 4 PM A RAISIN IN THE SUN - PLAY Caribbean Community Theater Set in Chicago’s south side in the 1950s, this award-winning play by Lorraine Hansberry revolves around the dreams of & conflicts within three generations of the Younger family.

Directed by Sylvia Smith Brady & Lionel Downer.

(340) 778-1983 www.cct.org MAY 12, 5:30-6:30 PM 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 three National Parks. Ft. Christiansvaern parking lot open till 7 pm. Call (340) 773-1460.

MAY 14, 10 AM-12 NOON Free Public Snorkel Clinic Fort Frederik Learn to snorkel or advance your skills! For school age children to adults. Instruction, gear & light refreshments provided. Sponsored by Reef Jam. Call (340) 773-1989 www.stxenvironmental.org MAY 14-15 Round the Island Race St. Croix Yacht Club Racers start from Pull Point, just east of Green Cay, head East around Udall Point for a sail along the South Shore to the West End. Next day, race back via the North Shore to the Pull Point finish.

Doug DeReu (340) 626-8614 STYC (340) 773-9531 www.stcroixyc.com MAY 19 , 20, 21, 22 Annual Casa-Viva Tennis Tournament Buccaneer Hotel Tennis Club Grab your racket, play your best, and fundraise for Court Appointed Special Advocates.

Contact Don deWilde (340) 718-3036 MAY 19, 5-8 PM Art Thursday Downtown Christiansted More than 20 galleries & shops show the works of artists & jewelry makers. Stay for dinner in town. This Art Walk is a favorite of visitors & locals.

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MAY 19, 5-8 PM Joyce Hickok Art Exhibition Café Christine Gallery Stop into the gallery on Art Thursday & see the works of featured artist Joyce Hickok! (340) 713-1500 MAY 19, 5-8 PM “Art All Ways & Forever” Exhibition Henle Studio The Henle Studio celebrates their 23rd season with tropical landscape paintings by Maria Henle, w w w.stcroix thisweek.com

May 29, Animal Jam, Rhythms at Rainbow Beach.

vintage Caribbean photographs by Fritz Henle, contemporary fine art photographs by Tina Henle and authentic Crucian Chaney Jewelry Collection

by Tanja McPherson. (340) 718-0372 MAY 20, 6-9 PM Sunset Jazz Clock Tower Buddhoe Park, Frederiksted Bring a blanket or beach chair & prepare to catch the hip sounds of local & international musicians.

Food & drinks available. Music and conviviality free.

MAY 29, 1-5 PM Animal Jam Rhythms at Rainbow Beach Celebrate Memorial Day weekend with a beach party to benefit abandoned animals. Proceeds go to The Animal Welfare Center, Healing Paws Sanctuary, Cruzan Cowgirls Horse Rescue, The VI Human Learning Center & Sunshine Foundation. www.healingpawssanctuary.org MAY 30, 6 AM The 33rd Annual Memorial Day 2-Mile Run Beeston Hill Fitness Center This scenic race honors those who have sacrificed their lives for our country. (340) 643-2557 www.virginislandspace.org

MAY 21-22, 4 PM The 15th Annual ‘Relay for Life’ St. Croix Educational Complex Track Communities around the world unite to celebrate people who have battled cancer or have lost loved ones to the disease. (340) 778-2882 MAY 22, 10 AM - 3 PM Bamboo Bow Making Mount Victory Camp Eco-Lodge Create your own functioning bow and arrows in a beautiful, natural setting! Bring lunch. $20 To register, (340) 201-7983 or mountvictorycamp@gmail.com MAY 27, 5:30-7:30 PM Jazz in the Park Ft. Christiansvaern Bandstand Catch cool jazz sounds to the backdrop of lovely Christiansted harbor! Bring chairs, blankets, coolers & friends. Presented by Community Music.

Free! (340) 277-3914, (340) 332-4055 MAY 28, 7 PM Movie Night Ft. Christiansvaern Bandstand The National Park Service invites you to bring a blanket & enjoy the movie! Please pack up trash afterwards. Bathrooms available. See what’s playing: www.facebook.com/stcroix-moviesatthefort.

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Duty-Free Shopping

MAKE IMPORTANT PURCHASES HERE WITH DOUBLE THE DUTY-FREE ALLOWANCE!

Duty-Free Allowance

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.

Cache of the Day – 340-773-3648

Mother’s Day is almost here! Show your love! Sonya Ltd.

Whim”sea”cal treasures await you when you step into this charming colorful shop on historic Company Street in Christiansted. Under the sea critters will delight kids and adults alike from pretty mermaids to cuddly seahorses & turtles as well as puzzles, books & light-up bath tub toys for all ages.

You’ll find attractive home décor items such as clev-

“The Duty-Free allowance for US citizens is $1600.00— DOUBLE THAT OF OTHER ISLANDS!”

When shopping on St. Croix,

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!

When returning to the US

you will be required to fill out a separate customs form for these items. You may be asked to show your receipts so it is important to keep a good record of what you buy. 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 $100.00 in value with no declaration.

Check the Easy Shopping Guide on Page 10 to find what you’re looking for.

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Shopping continued

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CHECK MAPS ON PAGES 54-58 FOR STORE LOCATIONS

Island girl vibes. Get yours exclusively at ib designs.

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er sink strainers, embroidered guest towels, beautifully designed shell & palm tree serving pieces with napkins to match as well as prints & handicrafts from local artists. Sea glass jewelry, fragrant soaps, colorful beach cover-ups, tropical beach bags, the best cards on the island, the cutest shop dog & so much more are just inside the door strung with dancing Mocko Jumbies at #55 Company Street!

ers continue to vote our jewelry #1 in the Virgin Islands. Visit us at www.sonyaltd.com Toll-free: 877-766-9284.

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 custom-

For Women of ALL Sizes Small to 4X

Island Tribe of St.Croix of St.Croix

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4 Company Street Christiansted, St. Croix

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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

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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

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

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

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Tropical Bracelet Factory Outlet – 340-719-0672

Island Tribe of St. Croix – 340-719-0936

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.

This unique women’s store specializes in batik clothing for women of all sizes, Small to 4X. Island Tribe of St. Croix features a casual line of “patchwork” styles and an “island elegant” signature line.

Beaded jewelry, sarongs, scarves, hats in all the vibrant, rich colors of the Caribbean compliment any style. New arrivals weekly. Special orders welcome. Gift certificates available. Great prices and a fun place to shop. Open Monday through Saturday 10am to 6pm. www.islandtribestcroix.com

The Shoe Bar – 350-713-1445 (99)

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.

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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.

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Artist and jeweler, Joyia Jones, invites you to her working studio to experience handcrafted jewelry utilizing gold, gold-filled, silver, copper, and precious stones. Come see our “intention jewelry” line and have names, dates, or inspirational words hand- engraved on your pendants, bracelets, and rings…perfect to commemorate any occasion! Stop by and transform your inspirations into wearable art.

Be inspired. Be creative. Be intentional. MonSat 10-5pm. Queen Cross Street www.Joyia.us

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Panache Jewelers – 340-719-6624

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, Pandora, 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.

Panache Jewelers—your Authorized Dealer for Pandora on St. Croix. Create a custom jewelry piece unique to you!

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Beautiful batiks in every color and every size; accessories to mix & match!

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The Purple Papaya – 340-713-9412

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$$!

See the Caribbean’s rare, blue Larimar collection at Tropical Bracelet.

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Baci Duty Free’s Love in Plume Collection bracelet— delicately hand-painted Italian enamels in the cool and playful colors of a peacock’s plumage surrounded by pave-set stones on sterling silver.

Purple Papaya for the largest selection of ladies & men’s swimwear.

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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 eco-friendly sources.

Monday-Saturday 10-5pm, www.cruciangold.com, sales@cruciangold.com

Colore Marquise, Green Amethyst and Diamond Statement Ring in 14K Gold.

Baci Duty Free Handful of fun at Crucian Gold.

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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 oneof-a kind jewelry purchase. Sunglasses include Maui Jim, 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

Nelthropp & Low – 340-773-0365

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GALLOWS BAY

Small Wonder – 340-773-5551

Rare Finds – 340-713-9254 This fascinating shop is found at the gateway to Gallows Bay — turn left after Tutto Bene on East End Road. 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.

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.

Undercover Books – 340-719-1567

Sweet Magnolia Fashion Boutique – 340-719-1288 Nestled in the cozy, downtown shopping district overlooking a slice of the Christiansted harbor, you’ll find an inviting and contemporary boutique with styles for the fashionforward woman. Our sizes range from XS to 3X and feature classic and modern designs.

So whether you’re planning for a night on the town or heading to work or church, you’ll find something at Sweet Magnolia Fashion Boutique. We carry a beautiful collection of shoes and accessories to include bags, necklaces, earrings, belts, brooches, and more.

1113 Strand Street. Open Monday – Saturday, 10 am – 5 pm. www.sweetmagnolia-vi.com, Facebook, Instagram

Rare Finds antiques and collectibles.

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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.

Violette Boutique – 340-773-2148

Located in the heart of Christiansted, our staff has offered exceptional service on St.Croix since 1962. We carry European imports at DutyFree prices. Our lines include fragrances by Vera Wang, Chanel, Givenchy, Lalique, Creed, Issey Miyake, Jean Paul Gaultier, Marc Jacobs, Fendi, and Dolce & Gabbana. Our cosmetic lines include Estee Lauder, Clinique, Lancome, Clarins and Fashion Fair. We also carry a beautiful selection of designer fashion jewelry by Lalique, watches by Gucci, Technomarine, and Swiss Army, bags by Dooney & Bourke, Kipling, and Land, sunglasses by Cartier, and Swiss Army Knives. Call us toll-free 1-800-544-5912 or email us at vboutique@aol.com, Like us on Facebook, Keyword: Violette-Boutique.

Sweet Magnolia Fashion Boutique—custom shoes & bags for any outfit!

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Clothing, Shoes, & Accessories for the Stylish, Sophisticated Woman!

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Antiques, Unique Gifts and Collectibles

Monday-Saturday, 10 am-5 pm

340-719-1288 • 1113 Strand Street

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Gallows Bay, St. Croix

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AROUND THE ISLAND Plaza Extra East – 340-778-6240

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

Visit Rustico’s extensive gallery of island art & home accessories!

Rustico, “Something Different” – 340-718-7257

After a long summer rest, Rustico re-opened its doors this past fall, and will remain open for the season until mid-May. Come see all the new accessories, floral designs and decorative art items for renewing your home deco. Many gift and souvenir items are also available for your gift-giving. Check out our gallery of new art, paintings and ceramic pots. Located at Princesse Plaza, just outside of Christiansted town, north of the Five Corners traffic light.

Open Tuesday – Saturday, 10 am - 6 pm. rusticostcroix@gmail.com

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Gifts Home & Garden Accessories 340.718.7257

“Something Different”

Princesse Plaza Bay, 5 La Grande Princesse Hours: Tuesday - Saturday, 10 am - 6 pm

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AROUND-THE-ISLAND STORE LOCATIONS, PG 54; FREDERIKSTED LOCATIONS, PG 58.

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 Seda France, Trapp, 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 designer Kim Seybert Tabletop Decor. Cool, hip gifts and accessories from companies like Lawrence and Crane and Star Home will inspire you. Franklin’s offers a large organic tea selection, and all the accouterments to complete your tea experience.

We offer a phenomenal bath and body product lineup from acclaimed manufacturer Archipelago.

Franklin’s offers a phenomenal jewelry and accessory collection at prices that you will love! West is Best!

Franklin knows how much we love our sea critters and has found a fabulous line of serving pieces with Sea Horses, Turtles and Octopus! Come West for all our new Spring merchandise!

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Hand-carved cabinet made from reclaimed teak.

Sweet Lime Furnishing’s collection of Balinese furniture never fails to delight.

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FRANKLIN’S ON THE WATERFRONT A CAribbeAn emporium • Phenomal Jewelry and Accessories • Great Selection of Clever Greeting Cards • Kim Seybert Couture Tabletop Designs • Whimsical Dog and Cat accessories • St. Croix Moko Jumbie Dog collars, harnesses, and leashes • Super Chic Home Accents • Scrumptious Seasonal Decor • Seda France Candles • Aspen Bay Candles • Archipelago Botanicals • Tasteful “St. Croix” branded items • Franklin’s Logo Tee • Hand-Blended Sterling Teas • Gourmet Coffee and Tea Accessories

MONDAY - SATURDAY 10AM - 4PM AND ALL CRUISE SHIP DAYS

DELIGHT YOUR SENSES! #4 Strand Street, Frederiksted, St. Croix

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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.

And island life is also about fun, so you’ll also find exotic, one-of-a-kind pieces and the work of some of St. Croix’s best-known artists. We’re also happy 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.

The Museum Store – 340-692-2874

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.

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One of the largest manufacturers of fine jewelry in the USVI

From the ‘Crucian Feel’ Collection, hand-made and inspired by nature!

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Dining on St. Croix A Taste of St. Croix — CHRISTIANSTED

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 (a fish so nice we named it twice). We specialize in the fresh seafood that is brought to our dock every day. Voted Best New Restaurant in St. Croix, 2008 (VI Daily News), we feature a creative dinner menu incorporating an eclectic blend of world cuisines, 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.

Avocado Pitt – 340-773-9843 This bistro cafe, located adjacent to Christiansted Fort on the Boardwalk overlooking the harbor, is a must for your stay in St Croix. Visitors return year after year.

Enjoy breakfast, lunch, afternoon snacks, ice cream, smoothies, beer or even a rum. Try our signature breakfast, granola with fresh fruit and yogurt. Eggs served any style. Lunch features include spicy tuna wrap, deli style sandwiches, burgers or our lunch special (changes daily). 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 7:00am.

balter Located at the intersection of Company St. & Queen Cross St., balter is a casual fine dining experience unlike any other on St. Croix. Chef Digby Stridiron utilizes fresh, locally grown ingredients to create a Contemporary West Indian cuisine with a unique flair. Stop by the bar to learn more about their “Farm to Glass” program, where delicious. seasonal cocktails are created using produce from around the VI. Wine lovers are able to choose from more than 120 wines, hand-chosen

by Sommelier and GM Patrick Kralik. At balter, you may come in as a stranger, eat & drink as a friend, and leave feeling like family. Looking forward to opening at the end of March. Tuesday-Saturday dinner served 6-10pm, bar opens from 4-11pm. Sunday brunch 11am-4pm. www.balterstx.com Barefoot Pirate Snow & Rum Ball Shack (153) – 340-244-6599 Arrg!! Calling all Skallywags to Barefoot Pirate Snow & Rum Ball Shack. We offer New Orleans-style snow balls with 25 flavors to choose from; make it into a rum ball by adding a shot of Cruzan Rum made on St. Croix. Try our icy snow or rum shakes. We also serve hot dogs, gourmet dogs, spicy sausage on a stick, ice cream, nachos, cotton candy, popcorn, chips, beer, wine, rum drinks and our famous FRITO PIE loaded with cheese and our homemade chili with jalapeños and onions! Located off the boardwalk in Kings Alley,

we are closed on Tuesdays, but are open Monday, Wednesday and Thursday from 11:30 am - 7 pm, Friday & Saturdays, 11:30 am - 8:30 pm and Sundays 11:30 am - 6 pm. www.barefootpiratsnowballs.com, Facebook,Twitter, Trip advisor.

Café Christine – 340-713-1500 Nestled in a quiet historic courtyard, Café Christine offers fresh salads & French-style cuisine. Open Monday through Friday from 11:30 to 2:30, reservations are recommended. Join us for a glass of wine, a lovely lunch & admire the local art work in the cafe.

A unique setting, not to be missed; a best kept secret... until now. Company Street in Apothecary Hall.

Ft. Christian Brew Pub – 340-713-9820 Enjoy casual boardwalk dining or up stairs to a spectacular view of the Christiansted harbor, the Virgin Islands only micro-brewery and pub. Featuring burgers, wings, beef or chicken Crunchito! Dine from 11 am to 10 pm daily, except Wednesdays in the summer. In addition to nightly specials, on Tuesdays its “Two for Tuesday” and on Thursdays its “Thirsty Thursday” featuring our draft beers paired with one of our great appetizers. Proud winner of the 2014 Taste of St. Croix Best Appetizer award and voted the bar with the Best Live Entertainment in the Virgin Islands by the readers of the Daily News for 2011. www.fortchristianbrewpub.com

Snow & Rum Balls, Hot Dogs, Ice Cream, Beer, Wine & More!

340-244-6599

Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, 11:30 am-7 pm Friday & Saturday, 11:30 am-9 pm • Sunday, 11:30 am-6 pm Kings Alley off the Boardwalk • www.barefootpiratesnowballs.com

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Beachfront Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner Tuesday Beach BBQ & Floorshow, 7-10:30 pm (Steel Pan • Mocko Jumbie Broken Bottle & Limbo Dance) Sunday Live Music from 2 pm

For Tuesday Night Reservations, call 340-719-5438

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Galangal – 340-773-0076 As one approaches the 1729 House, the tan one across from Fort Christiansvaern Park, the Galangal sign, made from wine corks by a patron, is hardly visible from the street. Opening the aubergine door is almost magical as one steps inside an elegant white-table dining room filled with original paintings, and Indo-Colonial architectural elements. Sitting down at the cool, dry granite bar, one just knows their Martini is going to be ice cold and the red wine will be at 65 degrees. Galangal specializes in authentic modern Thai cuisine, combining traditional ingredients with international flavors and techniques.

Freshness is the key to Galangal’s bold flavors and consistent quality. Spices from Vietnam and Singapore, curry pastes from Bangkok and unusual Asian vegetables grown in our own gardens give Galangal’s dishes their unique and authentic flavors. Even the soup is made à la minute. St. Croix’s #1 dining destination- (tripadvisor. com). Dinner 5:30 - 9:30. Closed Sunday and Monday.

Ital In Paradise ­­— 340-473-7373 A great place to eat! Looking for the #1 Ital & Vegetarian restaurant to eat? You have found it! Ital in Paradise offers homemade veggie burgers, roasted cauliflower, & gluten- free, egg-free & dairy-free daily specials that will delight your senses & stimulate your tastebuds. Thirsty on a hot day? Refresh with one of our island favorites such as green foods speciality drink chlorophyll or creamy delicious peanut punch. Never tried a vegetarian meal before? Come on through we are sure to wow you with our coconut curry tofu & coconut rice served with kale & baby bella mushrooms. Hungry? Find your way to Ital in Paradise located upstairs next to Riddims. We are open Monday - Saturday 11:30 am - 8:30 pm. Like us on Facebook!

Savor St. Croix’s vegan strawberry ice cream topped with gooseberry stew.

Harbormaster Restaurant – 340-719-5438 A real treat in the middle of Christiansted Harbor at Hotel on the Cay—the Harbormaster serves up breakfast and lunch every day right on the beach! Tuesdays enjoy a fabulous West Indian BBQ Feast & Floorshow, from 7 – 10:30 pm, complete with Steel Pan music, Mocko Jumbie, & Broken Bottle & Limbo Dance! Here’s

a chance to experience true St. Croix culture and get photographed with a stilt dancer! Sunday Local Brunch from 11:30 am – 2:30 pm and there’s live music from 2 pm so come and spend the afternoon relaxing with friends. Breakfast is served from 7:30 -11 am, lunch from 11:30 am – 4:30 pm, and dinner from 6:30 – 9:30 pm, 7 days a week! Call for Tuesday night reservations or if we can help with catering your next banquet or wedding!

Armstrong‛s & Edy‛s Ice Cream

Raw, Organic, Local & Fresh!

Mix in your own toppings!

Rum Cake & Butter Cookies VI Treats shipped anywhere in the US! www.savorstcroix.com

Mon -Thur, 12 noon - 7 pm • Fri & Sat, 11 am - 8 pm • Sun, 12 noon - 5 pm

Queen Cross Street, Christiansted

Dried Fruits, Granola Raw Nuts, Nutrition Powders Fruit & Veggie Smoothies Open 7 days from 7 am

340-773-1212 22-20 Queen Cross Street

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Milk & Honey – 340-773-1212 Nestled on Queen Cross Streeet in the middle of historic Christiansted, Milk & Honey is a cozy, eclectic shop where Health never tasted so good! Every smoothie and drink bears the name of a beautiful and/or fruitful area on St. Croix, honoring the land that so freely shares its abundance. Interesting and unique ingredient combinations keep your pallet entertained while your body can fully enjoy being blessed with nutritious nourishment. Come in or call any day of the week to order your favorite smoothie—just the way you like it!

Great Food!

Great Fun! Great Times!

Home of the “Best Pizza” on Island!

In Kings Alley just off the Boardwalk

340-713-0246 www.yahstx.com

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There’s a well-stocked Nut Bar with nuts, grains, specialty granolas, dried fruits, powders and nut butters to add to your smoothie or to enjoy at home. Healthy, Fresh, Local, Organic,Yummy! Open 7 days from 7 am.

Red Right Return Sports Bar & Restaurant – 340-713-0544 Don’t miss this great new place with a Caribbean menu!

Two-story, ocean-front, family-style restaurant has an incredible view of Gallows Bay, a relaxed ambiance, and free Wifi.

Chef Dex serves tasty seafood, steaks, ribs, pork chops, veggie dishes, pasta, chicken, and burgers. Lunch is from 11 am – 2 pm, Happy Hour from 4 – 6 pm, and Dinner from 6 - 10 pm.

Red, Right, Return features signature drinks, a pool table, Karaoke Tuesdays, regular live entertainment, and is available for special events. Located in Bryan’s Marine Emporium, one block east of Christiansted, next to Savant, for 31 years offering boat rentals, marine parts and repairs, moorings, showers, a fish market, and short-stay studio apartments. Relax, Refresh, Return! Facebook 40 Strand Eatery – 340-201-8633 We are a cozy, urban restaurant focusing on bringing you great food by Chef Todd Manley and Chef Brant Pell. We feature signature house-crafted cocktails, a stellar wine list & unique dining offerings, such as the Danish Smorrebrod, a traditional Danish open-face sandwich. Vegan, vegetarian and gluten free options as well! We’ve tried to bring something new to the dining scene on St. Croix that feels welcoming and where you can enjoy good company, food, drink & A/C! We have a passion for sustainability and use locally-sourced fresh, seasonal ingredients to support our island community. Lunch, Tues – Fri, 11:30 am - 3 pm, Dinner, Tues – Sat, 6 - 9:30 pm, Drinks at the Bar, Tues Sat at 5 pm. Facebook, Twitter, Instagram.

Savant – 340-713-8666 This little place is hard to describe. It has the ultimate food with a really cool vibe. Inside is cozy and sophisticated as well. The Courtyard is an open-air piece of art they do tell. The food is the most creative they say (voted “Most Creative Cuisine,” Daily News 2009 Readers’ Poll). From our kitchen comes fresh fish, grilled baby calamari, and our famous stuffed filet. The specials are over the top — you just won’t know what to

order in this little spot. As hard as you try, you might never find as interesting a place as this to dine — from the food, to the wine, to the magic of this place and even to your waiter’s happy little face. People travel from one place to the next but always return and say Savant is the best. We could list all of our awards and all our grand fetes, but the best thing to do is just ask anybody on the streets! Dinner, Monday-Saturday, 6-10pm.

Savor St. Croix – 340-201-6380 Savor St. Croix is a Virgin Islands subscription box, online store, catering company and ice cream shop!

At our Sweets & Treats location in Christiansted, on Queen Cross Street, we offer locally-made candies, preserves, baked goods and more. Some of our popular items include butter cookies, gooseberry stew, Tamarind balls, Vienna cake, Coquito, Red Grout, and pound seasoning. You can savor the Virgin Islands from anywhere in the continental US, US territories and US military bases overseas with Savor St. Croix! Experience Paradise In A Package online or stop into our Christiansted location for homemade ice cream, tasty cakes and other unique confections. www.savorstcroix.com, Facebook, Instagram You Are Here Bar & Grille – 340-713-0246 You Are Here Bar & Grille is tucked away in Kings Alley, just off the Boardwalk. Owner, Andrew Havanchak, moved to St. Croix three years ago and fell in love with St. Croix and decided to build on it! The atmosphere at You Are Here is Unique, Fun, and Upbeat merging Local & Continental culture. We have free WiFi, a power strip for plug-ins, & the menu offers food that is both Quick and Savory. Open 11 am – 11 pm every day, it is home of the largest World Map on island so you’ll always know where You Are... when You Are Here! 1st Place Entrée at A Taste of St. Croix 2013 for Shrimp Corndogs; 3rd Place 2014 for Lobster Shrimp Rolls! Add us on Facebook and check us out on Trip Advisor!

Zion Modern Kitchen – 340-773-ZION On King Cross Street, in the historic courtyard of Quin House formerly known as Kendrick’s, Zion Modern Kitchen is a breath of fresh air in Christiansted. Our

motto is simple, quality ingredients & back-to-basic traditional preparations. Menu highlights are pastas, ricotta & mozzarella, made in house daily, fresh fish, lobster & main courses that allow you to pick your own sauce & side. Our lively bar is right in the kitchen so you can watch the chefs, interact & even pick up some cooking tips! Our award-winning cocktails highlight local juices, syrups & bitters with fruits, flowers & roots.

Our wine list covers flavor, region & price with a knowledgeable & friendly staff to guide you. Private A/C dinning room for parties up to 50. Open Tues-Sun, 5 - 10 pm. www.zionmodernkitchen twitter: zionstx, facebook: zionmodernkitchen Jaccar Natural Sorbet & Gelato – 340-719-6999 A healthy lifestyle brand of homemade desserts using mostly locally sourced, organic ingredients and serving YOU in a comfortable, friendly environment. Conveniently located in Gallows Bay Marketplace, just east of Christiansted, we are known as a “hidden treasure,” tucked away in the Gallows Bay Commercial Center. We offer 27 flavors of sorbet (22 Vegan), 15 Vegan popsicle flavors, 19 flavors of gelato, 5 cookie varieties, 2 kinds of toffee, various flavors of gelato cookie sandwiches and locally made beverages including Passionfruit Juice, Tamarind Juice and Peanut Punch. Have your gelato by the scoop in a homemade

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Historic courtyard setting with open air seating.

Really good food, it’s that simple!

Fresh pasta, local seafood & lobster, steaks & chops.

Homemade desserts & unique cocktails.

“We cook with fresh and sustainably raised foods when possible and treat each meal and customer with love and respect.”

Tuesday-Sunday 5:00-10:00 pm King Cross Street, Christiansted 340-773-ZION

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Mexican Restaurant & Sports Bar

Authentic Mexican Food Best Margaritas & Ice Cold Draft Beer!

LUNCH & DINNER

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

340-713-0222

5032 Anchor Way, Arawak Bldg.

Suite 1, Christiansted (Across from Gallows Bay Hardware)

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Eat Fresh. Live Smart Fresh Fish  Certified Angus Beef Store Deli  Specialty Cheeses  Salad & Soup Bar Extensive Wine Selection  Fresh Local Produce Your one-stop shop for everything gourmet.

6:00 am - 9:00 pm • Open Every Day 2001 Estate Mt. Welcome, Christiansted, VI 00820

340-719-9393

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The Blue Moon — 340-772-2222 where jazz has a home, is located in historic Victoria House at 7 Strand Street. Award-winning cuisine with a Cajun flair, featuring fresh local fish, great salads, their unique New Orleans Alfredo, and homemade desserts. A discerning wine list is available to complement your meal. Join us Wednesdsay and Friday nights for the island’s best live jazz scene, in an eclectic open-air setting on the Frederiksted waterfront. Be sure to stop in for a cocktail at sunset.

Lunch, Tuesday – Friday, 11:30am – 2:30pm, dinner, Tuesday – Saturday, 6 – 9pm, Friday, 6-10pm.

Facebook. Call for reservations.

vanilla waffle bowl, cone or cup. For more details, check us out on Facebook, follow us on Twitter and Instagram @JaccarNaturalVI, and read about us on Trip Advisor..

Maria’s Cantina – 340-713-0222 This Mexican Restaurant & Sport Bar (little Mexico in Gallows Bay) is owned by chef Maria Fonrouge—actually from Mexico! They will transport you there with Authentic Mexican Cuisine—something for everyone—meat lovers to vegan. Busy? No problem! Burritos and Tacos, made-to-order, are served as fast you can say “Andale!” Special-value Kids Menu.

Margaritas, Sangria, Micheladas, and Maria’s Signature Drinks made fresh daily. There are 14 TV’s for our Sport Fans. Eat in AC or out in the new courtyard. Kitchen open Monday 11 am – 9 pm, Tuesday – Saturday, 11 am – 10 pm. Winner! Tied for First Place Entrée, A Taste of St. Croix 2013, with Pescado a la Veracruzana! Follow us on Facebook for menu 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 for a huge selection of wines, gourmet cheeses, specialty food items, and the freshest meat and seafood on island. Hungry now? Seaside features a variety of convenient, readymade foods including a fresh soup and salad bar, and a buffet featuring hot entrees and sides. Seaside also features 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.

Bon Bagay Sailing—different dishes by different chefs every week!

Small Plates menu is available at the Iguana Lounge throughout the day and evening. Open Thursday Monday for Lunch 11:30 - 2:30 pm, Dinner 6 - 9 pm, Sunday Brunch 10 - 3 pm. Live music every Saturday night 6:30 - 9:30 pm. Wine & Beer Tastings seasonally.

Great for special occasions! beachsidecafestx.com

Bon Bagay Sailing — 340-277-7660 Working with the best local ingredients and chefs, there is always something new on S/V Bon Bagay.

Join us aboard our 48-foot sailing vessel for a truly intimate dining experience. We are focused on providing high-quality, locally-sourced food and feature different dishes by different chefs every week. Enjoy an unforgettable evening as we sail the tranquil waters of the West End. Visit our website to find out what’s cooking this week. Reservations are required. Private charters also available.

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Beach Side Café ­— 340-772-1205 or 340-772-1266 Dine beach side or right on the beach over looking the Caribbean Sea! Frozen drinks and cocktails served all day long! Enjoy with lunch featuring sandwiches, salads, creative wraps and burgers and more! Catch a gorgeous sunset everyday with an eclectic dinner of fresh local seafood, steaks, rack of lamb, pork chops, pastas, and vegetarian options plus our delicious desserts! Our

Live Music in our Beautiful Courtyard Amazing Island Drinks Great, Food

• Come Fresh Pizza, • Sit Subs & More!

• Stay Juke Box, Darts, 7 days a week

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Video Games, Sports TV!

Open 4pm - 2am Kitchen, 5 – 10pm 14 King Street, Frederiksted

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Lost Dog Pub – 340-772-3526 Off the beaten track, and 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 Daily News. Unique decorum, eclectic juke box, darts, foosball and always sports on TV. Yearly events include Jouvert All Night Pajama Party, St. Paddy’s Day week long party with our legendary parade float, Prom Fundraiser, and July 4th Pizza Eating Competition. Third Saturdays its karaoke and Thursdays its crafts.

Affordable, fun menu. Our pizzas are custom and made in-house. Open 7 days until 2 am.

Cool, casual vibe, awesome pizza and family friendly. Come for the Pizza. Stay for the party!

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Paradise St. Croix – 340-692-2233 Located on Strand Street in Frederiksted, we offer weekly entertainment, great casual food, amazing island drinks, friendly service, and a beautiful courtyard. Open for lunch, 11 am – 3 pm, and dinner, 5 – 9 pm, for eat-in or take-out, every day except Tuesdays but always on cruise ship days, with the bar staying open later on nights with entertainment. Check our Facebook page for current listings. Our menu showcases casual island favorites, healthy salads, marinated chicken and beef skewers, mahi and tuna selections, and our popular pulled pork sliders and sandwiches. We have an ATM and are approved for selling lottery tickets. Join us, and you’ll know why Paradise is the Place To Be! www.paradisestx.com. Facebook.

Paradise St. Croix’s Caribbean Rice Bowl with chicken or pulled pork, black beans, peppers, and sour cream.

Restaurant • Market • Deli St. Croix’s East End Gorgeous Buck Island View!

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Brunch Lunch • Dinner Happy Hour Bar Menu

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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.

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Blue Water Terrace – 340-692-BLUE (2583) We’re a restaurant, market, AND deli located across from Buck Island on St. Croix’s East End so all meals have a fabulous view! Specialties include steaks & seafood, Lori’s Famous Fried Chicken, BBQ ribs, lasagna, chicken pot pie, hot & cold sandwiches, pannis, salads, & pizzas. Hours will be Thursday thru Monday lunch and dinner. The New Market features local produce, wine, beer, & imported cheeses. Our New Deli offers ice cream, a bakery, coffee bar, & take out. Open through the season every day but Wednesday where, at 8am in the Market, your espresso, breakfast, and lunch can be ordered a la carte for here or out. Dinner begins at 5pm. We can cater any party, here or at your house!

Always call ahead for your reservations, catering parties or to have your food ready for pick up! Find sample menus at www.bluewaterterrace.com

Open 365 Days

Restaurant: Hand-cut Steaks & Fresh Local Seafood, Lori’s Famous Fried Chicken, Lasagna, 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!

Dine Undercover, Poolside, or on the Beach!

SEE YOU SOON, PAULI, LORI, & JEDI

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The Buccaneer Restaurants – 340-712-2100 The Buccaneer, just minutes east of Christiansted, offers casual beachside dining at The Mermaid for lunch and seasonal dinners. Daily 11:30 – 5:30pm. The Buccaneer is proud to welcome Chef Dave Kendrick to the new Kendrick’s at The Buccaneer, now open Wednesday through Sunday. The fabulous new menu will feature Chef Dave’s signature dishes, including fresh fish piccata, maple leaf breast of duck, and more! A light-fare lounge menu will be available nightly with new favorites including fresh tuna tacos, housemade pan-seared salmon burger, and Kendrick’s classic cheeseburger. Live entertainment seasonally. Cocktails begin at 4pm, lounge menu 5-9:30pm and fine-dining 6-9:30pm.

See menus at www.TheBuccaneer.com.

A member of Historic Hotels of America.

Awarded “Best Sunset Bar” by Brides magazine.

Wine Spectator Award of Excellence. www.thebuccaneer.com

Ribs, Tuesday, Jamaican Me Crazy, Buy 1 Burger and get ½ price on the 2nd one, Thursday, Disco Bingo at 6:30 with cash prizes, Friday, Crab Races, Saturday, Chef ’s Choice with DJ, Sunday, Jazz Brunch. Second Sundays, live music from 3–6 pm.

Open from 7 am to 9 pm daily, we specialize in private parties, weddings, receptions, and meetings oceanside!

Tuesday - Sunday evenings. Enticing starters lead up to entrees like pastas, veal and fresh fish. Pizza and calzones are offered to eat in or take out. Super Thursday’s feature’s buy one entrée and get the second of equal or lessor value for FREE. The entire menu is available for takeout as well as a complete catering menu.MC/VISA. Reservations suggested.

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Cultured Pelican Ristorante – 340-773-3333 Located in the Coakley Bay Condos, the Cultured Pelican is a great spot for sipping a daiquiri or glass of wine at sunset while enjoying a Buck Island view.

Count on a tempting selection of home style Italian favorites at this open air east end haunt. A favorite of locals and visitors alike. An imaginative dinner menu with nightly specials is served from 6pm

Deep End Bar & Grill — 340-718-7071 Tucked away between Tamarind Reef Resort & Spa and Green Cay Marina sits the Deep End 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

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Cheeseburgers in Paradise – 340-718-1118 For the best in local and off-island entertainment, check out this schedule. We have Llewellyn singing songs of the Caribbean on Saturday nights and Brian Wilson on Sunday. Two Fridays a month, we feature one of Chicken Charlie’s amazing bands from the states. Come out and dance to your favorite sixties rock-n-roll and feast on fresh local lobster, great steaks and other specials. “There’s nothing like a hamburger at Cheeseburger’s (overheard recently), the East End Headquarters for food, fun, and frolic!”

Pickled Greek Saturdays 4 pm until $5 GyroS! (eat in only)

Divi Carina Bay Resort – 340-773-9700 Monday & Friday night experience ‘stone-aged dining’ with a modern twist with our Rok Dinner Menu where any protein you order will come out sizzling on a hot lava rock! Tuesday night is Italian Night with Kiki & the Flaming Gypsies. Get over that hump on Wednesday night at the Crab Races with Tito & Sue followed by Karaoke with Dean Hodge. Thursday night is the Caribbean Beach Barbeque, complete with Steel Pans, Quadrille Dancers and Mocko Jumbies! Friday night there’s a DJ party at East End Pizza. From daily lunch seaside at Dockside to the island’s best brick-oven pizza at East End Pizza and everything in between, there’s always a great dining experience at Divi Carina Bay All Inclusive Resort! Reservations Required. www.divicarina.com

Waterfront Dining Every Day, 11 am - 9 pm

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Open 6 days a week from 11am til 9 “NEVEr oN SUNDAy” www.pickledgreek.com

Live Entertainment 3 - 6 pm

1/4 mile East of Christiansted • Reservations 340-713-1868

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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 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 Beautifully 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 to satisfy even the most discerning omnivore. Our signature dish is a 10-oz Angus Tenderloin Filet crowned with succulent local lobster, béarnaise sauce and cabernet demi-glace. The Galleon works with local fishermen to offer the freshest fish on island

The Terrace Executive Chef Dave Kendrick Fine Dining and Casual Fare Spectacular Sunsets Live Evening Entertainment

The Mermaid Casual Beachfront Lunches TVs and Beachfront Games Chillin n’ Grillin night Crucian Pig Roast 340-712-2100 www.TheBuccaneer.com

and vegetarians will be sure to love our Meatless Meatballs! Guests arriving early will be treated to beautiful waterfront sunsets and friendly happy hour prices from our eclectic wine list. The Galleon also features gated security, ample parking and cool A/C! And remember, reservations are always a good idea!

Open daily, 4 - 10 pm. Facebook

Shoreline at Chenay Bay’s Crispy Braised Short Ribs.

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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!

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

The Pickled Greek – 340-713-1868 Peter Skrivanos & his family welcome you with open arms & old world recipes! Our award-winning menu was inspired by the home-cooked Greek meals that Peter’s mother & grandmother prepared for him as a child. As with many of these recipes, nothing was written. Instead they were handed down with a pinch of this & a dash of that. His chefs work with Peter to recreate them complete with favorites like dolmades (stuffed grape leaves), souvlaki, authentic Greek gyros & mousake. Enjoy one of our famous Greek pizzas—highly recommended!

Don’t forget Peter’s famous Bakalava ice cream!

Located 1/4 mile East of Christiansted. Mon – Sat, 11 am - 9 pm. Call for reservations, takeout, private parties. Ask about our monthly dinner with belly dancers! “Its like Greece without the airfare!”

Shoreline at Chenay Bay – 340-643-3400 Shoreline at Chenay Bay offers unique, waterfront dining at St. Croix’s picturesque & secluded Chenay Bay Beach Resort. Their delicious menu consists of regionally-inspired dishes utilizing locally grown ingredients & freshly caught seafood. Enjoy mouthwatering appetizers, refreshing salads with house made vinaigrettes & a variety of sandwiches, seafood dishes & unique entrees.

Shoreline serves lunch daily from 11 am -5:30 pm & dinner from 5:30 pm – 9 pm. Shoreline also offers a full bar with specialty cocktails & the same beautiful Caribbean view, open daily from 11am - until. Don’t miss live music, parties and special events at Shoreline as well! Check out the Events Calendar for upcoming events. www.facebook.com/shorelineatchenay

Open daily 4pm - 10pm

Free dessert with every entree ordered before 6 pm!

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

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Farm Fresh Where To Find It!

all our visitors. Hearty, mid-to-upper-scale dishes are prepared in a family-style atmosphere. Burton Peterson, our award-winning, local chef, prepares our dishes with love and passion. He cooks ‘land to sea’ dishes such as Savory Stewed Chicken, Salt Fish Gundy, Red Peas Soup, Catch-of-the-Day Snapper or Mahi Mahi in a Creole sauce, fresh Local Steak, and mouth watering Coconut Bread Pudding for dessert. Open Wed – Sat, 11 am – 8 pm, Lunch to Dinner. Happy Hour, Wed – Fri, 5 – 7 pm.

ARTfarm, LLC – 340-514-4873 Wed, 3 – 6 pm, 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 VI Dept of Agriculture features vendors with local vegetables, fruits, plants, & trees.

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 Sun Croix Foods, LLC – 340-422-1398 Gary & Laurie Pokorny have local cucumbers galore for you this summer!

Call for appointment! www.suncroix.com 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.

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.

Pot Fish Dinner at Cast Iron Pot.

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Breezes – 340-718-7077 Located poolside at Club St. Croix, overlooking Turquoise Bay & just five minutes west of Christiansted, Breezez is a relaxing place for dinner served 4 to 9 pm. Enjoy fresh Local Lobster, grilled fish, Black Angus steaks & Prime Rib, creative specials, cold beer and festive tropical libations. Come for lunch served 11:30 am – 4 pm & chill with savory salads, sumptuous pastas & original sandwiches. Stay for Happy Hour 4 pm – 7 pm ‘seven days a week’ with beer & most cocktails 1/2 off! Make sure you don’t leave our beautiful island without biting into some Danish Aebelskiver pancakes or the island’s best Eggs Benedict at our Sunday Brunch, 9:30 am – 2 pm. Call for orders To Go or to place an appreciated reservation.

Cast Iron Pot – 340-692-2477 Right off Northside Road, in the heart of Estate Princesse, lies the essence of local cuisine! Just like an old-fashioned cast iron pot, we strive to preserve tradition and culture while keeping a modern flare. We extend our hospitality and delectable and authentic flavors to our St. Croix community and

The Palms at Pelican Cove – 340-718-8920 Trivia Night on Wednesday and Caribbean Night on Monday. Enjoy Sunday Brunch from 10 am - 2 pm, and throughout the rest of the week, The Palms has an exciting schedule of live entertainment and events such as Caribbean Night on Monday, and Trivia Night on Wednesday. The chefs have put together a tantalizing menu to please every palate, including our special bar menu served until 10 pm. And for special holidays like Easter, Mother’s Day and Father’s Day, the Palms does a lovely menu for you to celebrate with family in a beautiful beachside setting. The Palms at Pelican Cove 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. Please call for reservations.

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Restaurant Entertainment FIND YOUR FAVORITE MUSIC HERE!

Come dine at Christiansted’s newest restaurant!

CALYPSO / REGGAE / LATIN Buccaneer Terrace Lounge – Sat, 7 - 10 pm Cheeseburgers – Sat, 6 - 9 pm Deep End Bar & Grill – Tues, 6 – 9 pm

DJ Deep End Bar & Grill – Thurs, 6 pm Divi Casino Showbar – Sat, 10 pm – 2 am East End Pizza – Fri, 6:30 – 9:30 pm La Reine Chicken Shack – Fri, 5 - 10 pm,

Sat, 1pm – 12 am, Sun, 3 pm – 12 am Red Right Return Bar & Restaurant –

Thurs, 6 – 10 pm, Sat, 6-10 pm

GUITAR & SONG

Breeze’z Zydeco Salad.

Renaissance Carambola Beach Resort Restaurants – 340-778-3800 Sunday Champagne Brunch! Bring family & 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, 10 am – 3 pm, $35.95. Friday Night Pirate’s Buffet!

Kick off the weekend with a celebration by enjoying all-you-can-eat crab legs & local-inspired cuisine.

Hit the dance floor to the tunes of the live band or the late night DJ & soak in the Caribbean spirit with performances by Kiki & the Flaming Gypsies & Mocko Jumbies. Saman Restaurant, 6:30pm, $44.95. Happy Hour at Flamboyant Lounge! Relax into the evening & enjoy happy hour specials on beer, rum, and wine every day from 4pm-6pm and 20% off Appetizers. Call for reservations. www.renaissdancestcroix.com The Waves at Cane Bay – 340-718-1815 or 340-718-4745 Small & intimate, this seaside restaurant has beautiful views of Cane Bay & Hamm’s Bluff. Arrive early to watch spectacular sunsets; linger to enjoy moonlight sparkling on the water. Choose a lobster from the grotto pool or select a fine cut of meat, locally caught seafood, Virgin Islands pasta, or one of the chef’s creative & delicious specials. Try our award-winning fish cakes. Bread, pasta, deserts and ice cream are prepared in-house. The Waves has a well-stocked bar and a collection of eclectic cocktails. Your server will assist with wine pairings from our wine list; reserve wines and champagnes are also available. The Waves is open for dinner from 6 - 10 pm, Tues. – Sat. & Sun. nights in season. Reservations suggested. The Waves at Cane Bay…fine dining on the rocks.

Angry Nates – Wed, 6 – 9 pm Buccaneer Terrace Lounge – Tues, 6 - 10 pm Deep End Bar & Grill – Mon, 6:30 – 9 pm The Galleon – Thurs, 6 – 9 pm

Owners Digby Stridiron and Patrick Kralik.

balter is a Contemporary West Indian Kitchen located in the heart of Christiansted on the corner of Company & Queen Cross Streets. With fresh, locally sourced ingredients, creatively composed by award-winning chef Digby Stridiron, one-of-a-kind cocktails & wines selected

by Sommelier Patrick Kralik, and unparalleled service, balter is the new standard when it comes to Crucian hospitality.

A native of St. Croix, Chef Digby draws much of his culinary inspiration from the environment around him. After gaining experience at multiple restaurants throughout the U.S., Chef Digby returned to his home, where he has been serving as the Culinary Ambassador of the US Virgin Islands. Chef Digby uses local recipes and forages seasonal ingredients from the mangroves, ocean beds, and the rainforest to bring you this Contemporary West Indian Cuisine.

Patrick Kralik, Owner & General Manager, hopes to foster a culinary experience unlike any other here on St. Croix. His unique concept of “Farm to Glass” cocktails utilizes seasonal fruits and vegetables from around the Virgin Islands to create one-of-a-kind signature cocktails.

With an extensive wine list of more than 145 wines, guests can utilize Patrick’s Sommelier knowledge to choose the perfect bottle to complement their meal.

Housed in a newly renovated, historic Danish building, the old-world charm of the structure is offset with bright, modern elements to give the space an eclectic feel. balter’s dining room is open Tuesday-Saturday from 6 -10 pm, with the bar open from 4 - 11pm. Sunday brunch is served from 11am-4pm, bar open until 6pm.

Come dine at balter, where you come in as a stranger, eat & drink as a friend, and leave feeling like family!

JAZZ & BLUES Angry Nates – Wed, 6 – 9 pm Beach Side Cafe – Sat, 6:30 – 9:30 pm Blue Moon – Fri, 8 – 11 pm Buccaneer Terrace Lounge – Wed, Thurs, Sun, 7 - 10 pm Deep End Bar & Grill – Sun, 12 – 3 pm 40 Strand Eatery – Wed, 6 – 9 pm

KARAOKE Ft. Christian Brew Pub – Thurs, 8:30 – 11:30 pm Lost Dog Pub – 3rd Sat, 9 pm – 2 am Red Right Return Bar & Restaurant – 7 pm – until

MIXED VENUE Buccaneer Terrace Lounge – Fri, 7 - 10 pm Deep End Bar & Grill – Sun, 11am – 2pm Divi Casino Showbar – Fri, 10 pm - 2 am,

Sat, 10 pm - 2 am, Sun, 6 pm - 10 pm East End Pizza – Mon, 6:30 – 9:30 pm Ft. Christian Brew Pub – Fri, 8 pm – 10 pm,

Sat, 8 pm – 10 pm Paradise St. Croix – Thurs, Fri, Sat, 7-10 pm Renaissance Carambola Beach Resort – Sat & Sun,

12 – 5 pm, Sun, 11 am – 2:30 pm, 7 days, 6:30 – 9 pm Shoreline at Chenay Bay – Sun, 3 – 6 pm Thali Indian Grill – Fri, 6 – 9:30 pm The Pickled Greek – Wed, 6 – 9 pm 40 Strand Eatery – 1st Sat, 7 – 10 pm

STEEL PAN Buccaneer Terrace Lounge – Mon, 7 - 10 pm Divi Carina Bay Resort – Thurs, 8 - 10 pm Duggan’s Reef – Fri, 7 – 10 pm Harbormaster Restaurant – Tues, 7-10:30 pm,

Sun, 2 - 6 pm The Palms at Pelican Cove – Sun, 11 - 2 pm

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Ace Roti Shop – 340-719-(ROTI)7684 “Calling All Curry Eaters!” Are you craving curry dishes at an affordable price? Look no further! Ace Roti Shop specializes in traditional Trinidadian Indian curries. Find chicken, beef, goat, shrimp, fish, & conch curry on our daily menu. We offer two types of roti (bread) to soak up our delicious curry—Dhal Puri & Paratha aka buss-up-shut. Saturdays, we serve a traditional Trinidadian hot appetizer called “Doubles,” featured on Andrew Zimmern’s Bizarre Foods, with our homemade Tamarind Chutney. Local drinks include Sorrel, Mauby, Peanut Punch, &Tamarind, & try our delicious Indian desserts!

Located at 10 Castle Coakley, we’re open Tuesday – Saturday, 10 am – 5:30 pm. At the Sunny Isles traffic light go south towards the oil refinery turn at the first right, look for our sign on the yellow fence. See our menu on Facebook.

El Flamboyant – 340-779-3285 “People like coming here.” This colorful, family restaurant offers up a Caribbean, Latin, and Seafood menu that has been pleasing patrons for over ten years. If you like fresh fish, lobster, conch, and shrimp, or chicken, steaks, and pork chops, you have to try the way they do it at El

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Happy Hour tradition on Thursday and Friday nights is to stop for a drink then take shishkabobs home from the drive-up booth on the road! Located mid-island between Centerline Road and the Highway on Route #663, they are open every day. See the ad for hours or give us a call 340-779-3285.

10th year!

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The Waves at Cane Bay’s Local Greens Salad with tomatoes, artichokes, Parmesan crisp and Passion Fruit vinaigrette.

Flamboyant! Yvonne Villegas learned to cook from her mother who had a restaurant in Puerto Rico for many years. Now its Yvonne’s turn to cook and serve these coveted family recipes. The

Caribbean • Latin • Seafood Open Mon & Tues, 11:30 - 6pm Wed, Thurs, Fri, Sat, 11:30 - 9pm Sun, 10:30 - 8pm

Mid-Island, Rt. 663

340-779-3285

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Dining on St. Croix A Taste of St. Croix — MID-ISLAND or a juicy hamburger—menu selections to please all.

Freshly made desserts like Armstrong’s ice cream and brownie cupcakes. Voted “Best Italian Cooking on St. Croix,” Daily News Readers’ Poll, 2014 & 2015. 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, 11am 9 pm, Saturday 2 pm - 10 pm.

El Flamboyant’s Shrimp Salad.

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Joe’s Bar & Grille – 340-692-2020 Find the freshest Italian food on St. Croix at Joe’s Bar and Grille like 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, change daily. Home of the $15. Eggplant or Chicken Cutlet Parmesan dinner and $25. Lobster dinner plus crispy chicken wings, great smoked ribs

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 mouth-watering BBQ chickens, slowly-cooked on wood-chip 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 newly 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!

Thali Indian Grill – 340-226-3349 Hidden off Route #70, mid-island, is a new and exciting restaurant that serves the world’s most celebrated cui-

Thali Indian Grill’s Channa with Naan (chick peas).

sine. Thali Indian Grill might be hard to find but, once found, it is an explosion of flavors! Quiet, peaceful & with low volume Bollywood music in the background, it is a perfect place to unwind. The meals are prepared full of spices, just like you would expect in Indian cuisine, but these are flavorful, not hot. Home made hot sauce is available. Expect nothing less that a celebration of flavor and healthy food. Open Tues.–Fri., 11 am–9:30 pm for lunch and dinner, and Sat. and Sun., 5:30–9:30 pm for dinner. Located across from Cost-U-Less.

Daily specials. www.thaliindiangrill.com, Facebook.

JOE’S 340-692-2020

BAR & GRILLE

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!

GREAT CENTER ISLAND Meeting Place Rt. 70 across from Kmart Applicances & next to WAPA Mon- Fri, 11am-9pm • Sat, 2-10pm

Air Conditioned, Free WI-FI

Authentic Indian Restaurant

Serving the Community for 11 years!

Mouth-Watering

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

Tuesday - Friday, 11 am - 9:30 pm Saturday & Sunday, 5:30 - 9:30 pm

www.thaliindiangrill.com

340-226-3349 • Peter’s Rest across from Cost U Less

“All Curry Eaters”

Catering for All Occasions!

Newly Renovated with Full Bar

Try our “Cruzan Confusion!”

Open 7 Days a Week!

Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner Rt. 75 off Centerline Road

Eat In or Take Out • 340-778-5717

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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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Dining on St. Croix A QUICK LOOK AT ST. CROIX BARS & RESTAURANTS

Easy Dining Guide Restaurant Ace Roti Shop Angry Nates Boathouse & Seafood Emporium Avocado Pitt balter Barefoot Pirate Snow & Rum Ball Shack Beach Side Café Blue Moon Blue Water Terrace Bon Bagay Sailing Breezez Café Christine

Phone (340) 719-7684 692-6283 773-9843

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Christiansted

West Indian Contemporary

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Snow & Rum Ball Cones

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Eclectic Seaside Dining

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AE, MC, V

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Contemporary

L, D, BR

MC, V

Yes

Restaurant / Market / Deli

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MC, V

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Guest Chef’s / Rotating Menu

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Cast Iron Pot Restaurant & Bar

692-2477

Local / Caribbean / Grill

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Cheeseburgers

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Christiansted Christiansted Frederiksted Frederiksted East End Frederiksted Northshore Christiansted Northside East End

Cultured Pelican Ristorante

773-3333

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Deep End Bar & Grill at Tamarind Reef Resort Dockside at Divi Carina Bay Duggan’s Reef East End Pizza at Divi Carina Bay El Flamboyant Flamboyant Beach Bar at Carambola Ft. Christian Brew Pub Freedom City Surf Board Shop & Grill Galangal Harbormaster Restaurant Ital In Paradise Jaccar Natural Sorbet & Gelato Joe’s Bar & Grille La Reine Chicken Shack Lost Dog Pub Maria’s Cantina Milk & Honey Paradise St. Croix Red Right Return Sports Bar & Restaurant Saman Restaurant at Carambola Savant Savor St. Croix Seaside Market & Deli Shoreline at Chenay Bay Starlite Grille at Divi Carina Bay 40 Strand Eatery Thali Indian Grill The Galleon The Mermaid at the Buccaneer The Palms at Pelican Cove The Pickled Greek The Terrace at the Buccaneer The Waves at Cane Bay You Are Here Zion Modern Kitchen

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

Casual, Beachside Dining

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MC, V

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East End

Burgers / Salads / Fish

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Seafood / Steakhouse

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779-3285

Latin / Seafood / Caribbean

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Mid Island

778-3800 713-9820 713-5159 773-0076 719-5438 473-7373 719-6999 692-2020 778-5717 772-3526 713-0222 773-1212 692-2233 713-0544 778-3800 713-8666 201-6380 719-9393 643-3400 773-9700 201-8633 226-3349 718-9948 712-2100 718-8920 713-1868 712-2100 718-1815 713-0222 773-9466

Beer / Frozen Drinks / Grill

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Northshore

Cajun / Continental

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Christiansted

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Casual Beachside Dining

B, L, D

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Frederiksted

Authentic / Modern / Thai

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Christiansted

Continental / BBQ / Seafood

B, L, D, BR

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Christiansted

Ital / Vegetarian / Fish Local / Sorbet / Gelato / Desserts Italian / Local / Seafood Open Pit BBQ / Seafood Pizza / Subs/ Salads Authentic Mexican Healthy / Smoothies / Nuts / Dry Goods Casual / American / Caribbean Local / Steaks / Seafood Breakfast / Pirates Buffet Thai / Mexican / Caribbean VI Candies / Baked Goods / Ice Cream Gourmet /Salad Bar/ Prime Meats Waterfront / Regional / Seafood Caribbean / American

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Authentic Indian

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Waterfront / Contemporary / American Burgers / Salads / Fish Continental / Seafood / Sushi Authentic Homemade Greek Seafood / Steak / Continental International / Seafood Local / Continental / Delicious!

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D, BR

AE, MC, V

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L, D

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East End

B, L, D, BR

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Christiansted

L, D

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East End

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D, BR

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Northshore

L, D

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Christiansted

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Attractions & Tours

DON’T MISS NATIONAL PARK SERVICE LECTURES APRIL 7 & MAY 12!

ATTRACTIONS

St. Croix’s National Parks — 340-773-1460

Divi Carina Bay Casino — 340-773-7529 Table games, video poker, slot machines.

Buck Island Reef National Monument Christiansted National Historic Site

Ft. Frederik Museum — 340-772-2021 Frederiksted, Tours, Art Gallery, Store.

Monday – Friday, 8 am – 4 pm.

www.nps.gov/chri

Salt River Historical Park

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

Historic 1742 landmark. Tours.

Lawaetz Family Museum — 340-220-0466 History & tours of an 18th century farm.

Frederiksted. Wednesdays, 12 – 3 pm Randall “Doc” James Racetrack — 340-713-7228, Live horse racing every month.

St. George Village Botanical Garden — 340-692-2874, Frederiksted, Daily, 9 am – 5 pm.

1500 native & exotic species. Tours. Store.

The Roseway — 340-626-7877 National Historic Landmark Schooner.

Christiansted. Nov–April, Sunset Sails/Charters.

Whim Museum — 340-772-0598 Frederiksted. Wed – Sat, 10 am – 3 pm Restored sugar cane plantation. Tours. Store.

www.nps.gov/buis. See Watersports.

& Ecological Preserve www.nps.gov/sari. Tours.

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

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

Ride Northshore beaches with Paul & Jill’s.

Born on St. Croix, Jill has been giving tours for 39 years!

Help us feed over 50 rescued animals.

infoatthegarden@gmail.com

The Museum of St. Croix’s Culture & History 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 Open Wednesday to Saturday 10:00 am to 3:00 pm

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Bush Lady Tours — Veronica M. Gordon Frederiksted Walking Tours Ay Ay Eco Hike Tours

(340) 277-4834 • www.chantvi.org

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PLAY TABLE GAMES, VIDEO POKER & SLOTS AT DIVI CARINA BAY CASINO!

TOURS

Horseback — Cruzan Cowgirls, 907-841-1990 & Paul & Jill’s Stable, 340-772-2880 Island — Sweeny’s St. Croix Safari Tours, 340-773-6700

Aerial — Bohlke International Airways 340-778-9177, www.bohlke.com Shoreline Aviation, 340-642-3000, 800-468-8639

Mixed Venue — C.H.A.N.T. (Crucian Heritage & Nature Tourism), 340-277-4834 & Mt. Victory Camp, 340-201-7983

Christiansted — Nina York Danish & English, 340-718-7017

Wheelchair & Scooter — C.H.A.N.T., 340-277-4834

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

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

Sweeny’s

St. Croix Safari Tours

NARRATED TOUR INCLUDES: ■ Botanical Garden ■ Ft. Frederik Museum ■ Frederiksted Lunch Stop ■ Drive through Rain Forest ■ 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

Hike the Rainforest with Mt. Victory Camp.

Cruzan Cowgirls Horseback Riding Tours

“Come Ride With Us”

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

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Island Art

CHECK EVENTS CALENDAR FOR ALL ART SHOWS IN APRIL & MAY!

Meet Cover Artist Zuhrisha Jacobs “I, a true Caribbean woman, was born to parents from neighboring Caribbean islands who migrated to St. Croix in search of enriching their lives. As a Crucian native I have become well known for creating unique, artistic and delecZuhrisha Jacobs. table fruit creations.

Emerging from humble beginnings, I have had the distinct pleasure and honor of cultivating and nurturing my skills right here beneath the warmth of St. Croix’s sun, and in the gentle breeze of our local trade winds.

As a youth, I worked alongside my mother, a native of Tortola, who was known for her “green thumb” cultivating fruits, vegetables and various other crops. These crops were nurtured, watered, and would later be harvested for sale at St. Croix’s Annual Agricultural Fair. My father is a business owner from Antigua. Working with him at his local laundry mat, gave me hands-on training into the amount of work and effort it takes to be an entrepreneur.

Growing up in the hills and valleys of Little Fountain, I enjoyed venturing with neighborhood friends throughout the area in search of fruits to sell and to eat. We never missed a fruit that was in season: Mangos, Guinep, Locust Tamarind, Passion Fruit, Gooseberry and Jo-Jo, just to name a few. My favorite fruit would be found among the pages of Virgin Islands history as the major cash crop of these islands and in my very own backyard. That’s right, I’m speaking of none other than The Sugar Cane. It was a toe-curling experience for me to go out, chop, peel and eat a tender long joint cane.

A bit later in life, hair braiding became a craft from the age of 8. I also played with Alfredo Andrews’ Blazers throughout 5th and 6th grade and played at tournaments against other elementary/junior high schools throughout the U.S.V.I. After my 7th grade school year at the John H. Woodson Junior High School, I lived in New York City for a year after a 3-month trip with my mother to Ghana, West Africa.

I was back in St. Croix by the beginning of my 9th grade school year at the Education Complex High School. Where I gained vocational skills in computer systems, agriculture, and accounting. After graduating in 2002, I Page 36 • April / May 2016

joined the U.S. Navy and toured overseas to Guam, Saipan, Australia, Japan, Thailand, and China. Following my tours, and during a brief residency in Southern California, I learned to incorporate a variety of colorful fruits and vegetables in my daily diet, before returning home to St. Croix in 2008. As a result, I am very health conscious, and maintain a diet mainly of fresh fruits and vegetables, and I encourage others to do the same. I soon desired to see and even encourage others eat healthfully. In fact, I am known to family and friends as the watchful eye making sure everyone has lots of colorful fruits and veggies on their plates.

In October of 2013, my co-worker’s birthday was fast approaching and various gift ideas were battling for supremacy. In an effort to make that birthday gift unique, I decided to offer something unusual and edible. The gift created was a variety melon skewer, which was both beautiful and nutritious. That variety melon skewer unveiled a passion hidden deep inside: turning fruit into edible art. That passion gave birth to Edible Eden Designz (EED).

I am often asked about my visions and goals with EED and I would like people to know: My vision in forming Edible Eden Designz was to create works of art inspired by nature, and to blend them with the natural beauty rooted in the culture of the VI. My goals are to simply stimulate the senses by creating new and innovative ways to see fruit, evoke emotions, and of course encourage more fruit consumption. Furthermore, I hope that my creations encourage us to cherish the blessings of the earth in its simplest form as brought to us by Mother-Nature.

Since 2013, I have created dozens of unique pieces for family, friends and other groups. The positive feedback that I have received has nurtured my creative passion into full bloom and has ignited a desire to take fruit carving, as we know it, to a higher level.

These mouthwatering images are of the VI’s favorite canvases and are available for purchase via postcards, bookmarks, mousepads, calendars, wall decor and other variations to come as the inspiration presents itself.”

Zuhrisha Jacobs 340-626-7717 edibleedendesignz@gmail.com

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ART THURSDAY, CHRISTIANSTED, APRIL 21 & MAY 19—LAST OF THE SEASON! Art@Top Hat – 340-513-3558 Where Art Happens—All the Time! We proudly present the best of local and internationally wellknown artists with year-round special exhibits.

Our beautifully restored, 1800s townhouse and gallery, across from the US Post Office in Christiansted, is a great setting for our everchanging shows of original contemporary and traditional fine art, photography, handmade jewelry, St. Croix ceramics, prints, posters and artcards. Antiques and collectibles from estate-sales round out the unique offerings. This spot is not to be missed by home or condo owners and island builders and interior decorators! Find that special gift for yourself, your friends, your home or your office! Open Tuesday – Friday, 10 am – 4 pm, or by appointment. The Gallery is available for special events. www.artattphat.com Facebook Caribbean Museum Center for the Arts – 340-772-2622 A showcase for local talent and international arts, the Museum Center is housed in an 18th century Danish townhouse on Frederiksted’s magnificent waterfront. CMCArts offers yearround exhibitions, classes, and shows for all ages.

The Artists-in-Residence Program offers special classes, demonstrations and “open studio” time.

Make a trip to Frederiksted to visit this unique and captivating destination which may be available to rent for your next special occasion!

For more information, visit www.cmcarts.org

Maufe Gallery – 340-332-4556 There is always something interesting at Maufé Gallery, featuring an array of artists and artwork.

Gallery owner/artist Thérèse Trudeau welcomes you to Maufé Gallery, where she exhibits her own work and that of other local and international artists on St. Croix, USVI. Located at Crucian Gold, on Strand Street in C’sted., Maufe Gallery shares space with jewelry designer Nathan Bishop. There is often a new exhibition every month, and other activities such as live music and performance art pieces taking place. Check the local newspaper, or call for more information about current events at the Gallery.

“Depth of Field” Photo Exhibit, Art @ Top Hat Gallery, May 5-18.

MRB Photography

Fritz Henle, the fine art prints of Tina Henle and the beautiful Crucian Chaney Jewelry Collection

by Tanja McPherson. The gallery shows other local and off island artists and new exhibits open during season. Call for scheduled hours and by appointment. mariahenlestudio.com

Henle Studio – 340-718-0372 Exciting things are happening at the Henle Studio and the Gallery will remain open!! Celebrating 23 years, this historic loft, #55 Company Street in Christiansted showcases the paintings and prints of the late Maria Henle, the photographs, books and prints of St. Croix’s premier photographer,

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

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

FINE ART , ANTIQUES JEWELRY AND COLLECTIBLES

The Fun Place to Shop 52 Company Street, Christiansted Across from Post Office & Market

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Island Weddings MARRY ME ON ST. CROIX!

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hat could be more romantic than beginning your life together on St. Croix? Whether you say your vows on a hilltop, beach, or boat, our reflective turquoise waters will surround you for the occasion. And, when you get married here, you’re also in an idyllic location for a honeymoon! St. Croix has the planners, hotels, caterers, flowers, hair stylists, photographers, restaurants, and transportation to make your storybook wedding happen. So, whether you’re saying “I do” for the first time or renewing your vows, St. Croix sets a stage for unforgettable memories. Download the

Romancing the Magic – 815-517-8733

“My first love is hairstyling and creating Hair Art,” says Professional Hair Stylist Gail Riggs. ”St. Croix is a perfect escape for a Destination Wedding and I’m here to go on location, work my magic, and create that bridal hairstyle of your dreams for you and your party! It has been a privilege to work with many brides and their families, over the years, allowing me to be part of the experience of ‘Romancing the Magic!” Where Beauty Meets Art. Professional, Special Occasion Hair on Location featuring high performance, all natural Surface botanical hair products—certified organic!

Consider something healthy for you and something extraordinary for your Special Day! Head out with hair that looks great, smells wonderful, and feels amazing. romancingthemagic@yahoo.com, www.romancingthemagicbygailriggs.com, Facebook, Pinterest, Instagram

Taking their vows seaside. Quiana L. Adams, Q Studio

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

Romancing the Magic

815.571.8733

by Gail Riggs

‘ Where Beauty Meets Art’

Special Occasion Hair for: Brides Bridesmaids Destination Weddings

For many of my wedding clients, the wedding day is their first or second experience being photographed professionally. They have an idea of how they want their images to look and feel, which influences how they select their photographer.

When I begin a session, I do a quick assessment of my clients, watching how they interact, how they move, and how they move together. Then I observe how each person interprets my direction—do they improvise, feel comfortable, feel awkward? Only then can I begin to get everyone to a place of comfort for some awesome photos!

Here are a few things that can help improve your experience in front of the camera.

Breathe — With directions or a request for a specific movement or gesture, some clients stiffen up like mannequins and stop breathing; when I put my camera down they gasp for air. Everything is better when you breathe, I promise.

Face each other — To avoid the side-by-side pose seen in every casual photo ever taken of every couple everywhere in the history of couples and cameras and to achieve the romantic, intimate, and sometimes sexy feel of wedding portraiture, it is important to face one another and get close.

I’m not here — This experience is about the couple so it’s perfectly fine to pretend the photographer is not there. Occasionally you will be asked to “break the fourth wall” and look at the camera because there will be those who just want a more posed photo of the pair of you.

Keep moving — The more you move, the better everything looks. If you are placed in a particular position don’t get stuck there—move your hands, bring your heads together, pull them apart, embrace, pull away, kiss the forehead, the cheek, laugh, make a silly face, just keep moving and have fun!

Remember the camera — I know I just said pretend like the photographer is not there but think of yourself as stage actors playing to their audience. Play all of your movements towards the camera. Everything makes more sense when we can see it.

For more info, planning tips, and resources visit www.vibridalguide.com

On Location Service! romancingthemagic@yahoo.com www.romancingthemagicbygailriggs.com

5 Tips for ‘Next Level’ Wedding Portraits

USVI Tourism Island Wedding Brochure at www.visitusvi.com. Download a wedding license application from the Territorial Court of the US Virgin Islands. For more info, call 800-372-USVI (8784) or contact the USVI Tourism Office on St. Croix, 340-772-0357.

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Our Danish Connection

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.

VELKOMMEN!

Næsten alle ø-ture gør ophold på den både botanisk 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 kirkegårdene 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).

Our Island Still Retains a Few Danish Food Traditions — by Nina York

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ne would have thought that St. Perhaps the most popular island remCroix, under almost two hunnant of Danish food traditions is the fruit dred years of Danish ownerdessert amusingly known here as red grout, ship from 1733 to 1917, would which is the local adaptation of Danish have been greatly influenced by rødgrød, a compote in Denmark made from the cuisine of Denmark. But for red currants and/or strawberries thickened many reasons that is not the case. Among with potato starch; here we can use guava them is the fact that the tropical climate and other delicious local fruit ingredients is totally different from Denmark’s, and the with tapioca instead of starch. availability of the typical ingredients for preA few years ago, our local Friends of paring Danish dishes was severely limited.

Denmark Society celebrated our Danish In the days before electric power and refrigculinary traditions, offering an evening of eration, so many food ingredients had to be Danish-inspired foods prepared with a losalted or cured in brine if they were to be Red Grout. cal accent. For many years until the early kept beyond the brief period of freshness in 2000’s in Christiansted, the Top Hat Restaurant owners Bent and a tropical environment. The long journey for ships coming from Hanne Rasmussen served gourmet cuisine that included traditionDenmark caused many foodstuffs transported to the islands to al Danish comfort food like frikadeller, medisterpølse, flæskesteg, and have spoiled. Furthermore, the diets of former days were tailored leverpostej. Their establishment now features fine art instead. The to a much more arduous lifestyle and many dishes would be seen menu of one of our Christiansted restaurants, 40 Strand, features as too heavy, especially in our tropical environment. smørrebrød, a local adaptation of the famous Danish open-faced But among those dishes, that even today are part of the trasandwiches. ditional cuisine in both areas, we find the salted fish which was With the large number of Danish visitors to our island, maybe very much a daily staple in the diet of the Danish military stationed we will be seeing a few more imaginative food innovations with a here and is still served in Denmark, albeit in a somewhat different Danish flair. Some might even be presented in April at St. Croix ‘s recipe from our saltfish, as klipfisk. Fish cakes, another local staple, great Food & Wine Experience that always brings an amazing vaare Danish fiskefrikadeller. The gundy we serve here is close to Danriety of culinary delights. Bon appetit! or, as the Danes say it: Velish sildesalat, and what Crucians know as asha, a pickled cucumber bekomme! and lime condiment, has its origins in Danish asier.

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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

Located adjacent to Fort Christiansvaern, CSA hosts several excursions to this US underwater National Park. Enjoy a full-day sail aboard our 32’ catamaran “Wavedancer” or our 32’ trimaran “Trine.” We also offer half-day glass bottom powerboat excursions, which are the fastest way to get there! Don’t miss out on our famous West Indianstyle BBQ—all you can eat and drink. Ask about our underwater video systems.

Teroro II— Sail one of the oldest charter boat companies to Buck Island Reef National Monument.

Tina Henle

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

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

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Watersports & Activities BUCK ISLAND EXCURSIONS, SUNSETS, & CHARTERS

Adventures in Diving STX Joins Frederiksted Vibe!

Before moving to St. Croix from Sarasota, Florida in November of last year, Mitchell Nestor worked for one of the largest dive shop retailers in Florida, worked for one of the largest NAUI certification agencies, and owned a regional dental supply company; Andrea Hemphill was a Middle School Science Teacher in Minnesota and Florida.

Andrea received her open water diver certification in March, 2015, and Mitchell, who has been diving in Jamaica, Honduras, Tortola, Bahamas, and the Turks and Cacos, was certified in 1979 becoming a NAUI instructor 15 years ago.

Adventures in Diving STX is the Official NAUI Dive Shop on St. Croix and Mitchell and Andrea were both certified in the NAUI Program.

“We both feel the Caribbean waters around St. Croix offer the visibility, diverse sea life, diverse diving depths, and wreck opportunities for any type of diver ability and we liked the pace of life and the “vibe” in Frederiksted when we were looking for a store front,” says Andrea. “We both feel Frederiksted offers many opportunities for

Mitchell & Andrea.

business growth. There is a positive energy here and we excited to be a part of the possibilities.”

Locals get a discount on tank fills, SCUBA instruction from beginner to instructor level, snorkel lessons and tours, pier and shore dives, rental/purchase gear for snorkel and SCUBA, boat dives, and high quality retail merchandise.

For visitors to St. Croix, they offer pier dives and shore dives, boat dives, diving instruction from beginners to instructors, St. Croix “goodies,” high-quality retail merchandise, and SCUBA/ Snorkel gear for rental or purchase.

Come on in for Tormenter board shorts and visors for divers or fishermen, Oceanic Gear one-of-a-kind rash guards rated at UV 50, Akona masks and wet suits, Reef Safe sun lotion, Hammerhead spear guns and dive gloves, Sherwood gear, dry boxes, Dimes and Nickels VI shirts, Dohler beach towels, water shoes, and decals and a variety of SCUBA and snorkel gear— if you want it and don’t see it, they can order it! Full sets of snorkel and dive gear can be rented or individual pieces can be rented separately.

Packages include a Pier Snorkel Tour and a Night Pier Dive with more on our website. A flexible class schedule is offered according to the needs of divers and snorkelers.

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Sail to Buck Island Reef National Monument on

Sailing Charters

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

SeaLife micro HD camera. Capture the tranquil beauty of the undersea world with the first permanently sealed, flood-proof underwater camera.

Baci Duty Free

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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HELP PROTECT OUR MARINE ENVIRONMENT—LEAVE PARADISE IN ITS PLACE. Llewellyn’s Charter – 340-773-9027

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 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.

Take a fast and exciting sail with local sailing legend and calypso recording artist Llewellyn Westerman aboard his 37-foot locally-designed and built, sixpassenger 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

DIVING Adventures in Diving STX – 941-504-3222

Lyric Sails, LLC – 340-201-5227

Combining both their love of the water with their passion for music, Emily Weston, marine biologist & dive instructor, and Licensed Captain, RC Sanders, bring a new venue to the islands—Lyric Sails, a floating performing arts company on ‘Jolly Mon,’ a 63-ft, custom-built sailing catamaran. She’s US Coastguard-inspected and can hold 3 crew and 49 passengers. Sunset and Moonlight Sails are offered on Friday and Saturday nights, featuring live music by local and visiting musicians with an onboard bar and catered hors d’oeuvres. Yoga and meditation sails on Friday mornings are led by certified yoga instructors and energy healers. Each sail is bookable in advance online. Custom or

Sail with a floating performing arts company on 63-foot Jolly Mon. Lyric Sails

Private Charters in St. Thomas and the BVI are also available. www.lyricsails.com, Facebook

Teroro II and Dragonfly – 340-718-3161

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

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

• 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

Sunset and Moonlight Sails Featuring

Live Music & Full Bar. And Yoga in the Morning!

All Aboard our Beautiful 63-ft Custom-Built Sailing Catamaran Book Online at www.Lyricsails.com

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

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Private Charters & Weddings Call 340-201-5227

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Watersports & Activities DIVE A WALL, DIVE A REEF, DIVE A WRECK, DIVE THE PIER!

Cane Bay Dive Shop – 340-718-9913

Dive Master level. Voted #1 Dive Shop by VI Daily News readers and #1 Activity by Trip Advisor, 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. www.N2theBlue.com

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.

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

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, 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

Official NAUI Dive Shop on St. Croix, USVI

■ Authorized Sherwood, Akona, and Genesis Dealer ■ Tormenter Board Shorts for diving and fishing!

■ Dive Instruction levels-Resort-Instructor ■ ”Dimes and Nickels” USVI Apparel ■ Air fills, spear guns and supplies ■ Dive and snorkel rental gear 941-504-3222 ■ Hammerhead products King Street, Frederiksted • Open 7 days, 8am - 5pm

Discover Davis Bay Reef with Sweet Bottom Dive Center.

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 safety & service, we specialize in semi-private scuba 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! Try guided snorkelling, photography, or PADI dive instruction up to

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.

DIVE EXPERIENCE Celebrating 33 Years!

“The Name Says it All”

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SCUBA DIVING 340-772-3483 St. Croix’s First PADI 5 Star Center Owned by Michelle Pugh,Women Diver’s Hall of Fame

The Pier, Wrecks, Reef, Salt River Canyon, Night Dives, The Wall, and Shore Diving.

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Christiansted Boardwalk at Kings Alley

Local: 340-773-3307 Toll Free: 800-235-9047 www.divexp.com

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

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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.

use the award-winning Hobie Mirage Pedal Kayaks, so your tour is effortless, even in windy conditions, and focus on St. Croix ecology, PreColumbian 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

JET SKIS / FLYBOARDING

Island Revel – 340-201-8319

Calling all enthusiasts, prepare for take off !

The latest in hydro-technology has arrived on St. Croix, and now it’s time for you to enjoy! Soar up to 20 feet high with Zapata Racing’s Jetpack and Flyboard Pro Series near Christiansted. Worried about safety? Relax.

Our certified Master Instructors and training techniques will keep you exhilarated with piece of mind. And just to make sure, you can talk with us throughout the flight with waterproof communication mounted in your helmet. Whether you’re 15 or 83, the skies are calling your name. Contact us today to redefine your leisure travel. www.islandrevel.com, Facebook, Trip Advisor

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Freedom City Surf & Grill – 340-277-0682

Soar up to 20 feet with Zapata Racing’s Jetpack and Flyboard Pro Series with Island Revel.

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

SUP, aka “KU Hoe He’e Nalu,” originated in Hawaii, has arrived on the West End of St. Croix! With a quick learning curve our trained crew will have you “standing strong” in no time. Daily lessons & rentals or customized SUP Safaris through the mangroves of Altoona Lagoon or the East End Marine Park. Book a SUP Party or Full Moon Paddle.

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3RD ANNUAL COCONUT CUP SUP FESTIVAL, FREDERIKSTED, APRIL 2-3!

Cruzan Open, One-Design Regatta Qualifier for the Opti Worlds

Cruzan Open Optis.

Perfect conditions make St. Croix a great place to learn to kiteboard or take your riding to the next level. Kitesurf / Paddlesurf St. Croix

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SUP Fitness program – build core strength, improve muscle mass and endurance. We also teach Kids SUP including water safety, balance, and stroke. Full Service SUP and surf retail and rental shop at Limin’ Beach across from Frederiksted ballpark. Living the Stoke!

Hook and Sun Fishing Charters – 340-227-9650

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

We catch fish and have FUN doing it!

Offshore its Mahi Mahi, Tuna, Wahoo, Marlin and Kingfish; Inshore its Snapper, Tarpon, Mackerel, Jacks and Barracuda. St. Croix born, Captain Jens Hookanson, is the owner and your guide with over 25 years of fishing experience. He, and fishing mate Belinda Gardiner, know how to fish and have a wealth of knowledge about local culture, history and what to do on island. The boat is a Bluewater 2550, 26-center console, with quiet 4-stoke Yamaha 150 engines, equipped with top-of-the-line gear. Avid fisherman or novice, we strive to put fish on the boat and make your trip memorable and safe. East End of the Christiansted Boardwalk. Profish2121@gmail.com, www.hookansunfishingstcroix.com

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Cruzan Open Sunfish.

The St. Croix Yacht Club at Teague Bay invites sailors of all ages to race in classes of like design: optimists, lasers, 420s, sunfish.

Top sailors from across the VI compete.

The Cruzan Open Regatta will be held April 16th and 17th with sailors from St. Croix, the British Virgins, St. Thomas, St. John, and Puerto Rico competing in one-design boats.

The St. Croix sailors, coached by Tino Santiago, have been gearing up for this event.

17 sailors from St. Croix just competed in the Martin Luther King Day regatta in St. Thomas and placed well. The youth sailing at the St. Croix Yacht Club has grown immensely under Coach Tino. We have a lot of young sailors competing in the Optimist Class. The Optimist will be a very competitive class, since this regatta is a qualifier for the Opti Worlds, which is being held in Portugal this year.

Other classes to be sailed – Sunfish, 420’s and Lasers. Courses to be sailed will be either windward- leeward or triangles. Two full days of racing in Teague Bay followed by an awards ceremony in the late afternoon. See the Events Calendar for more races scheduled for May. Founded in 1952, the St Croix Yacht Club is located on a sensational sandy beach on Teague Bay in the US Virgin Islands, facing the Buck Island Reef National Monument. Covering nearly 6 acres, the manicured grounds of the club are host to a fleet of both sailing and motorized vessels and a membership capacity of 500.

St. Croix Yacht Club, Doug DeReu, Manager (340) 626-8614 or (340) 773-9531 www.stcroixyc.com

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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 – 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 – 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 – 773-9700 Mini 18-Hole Golf Course, Driving Range, Clubhouse. Thursday – Friday, 2-9:00pm, Saturday & Sunday, 12-9pm.

The Reef Golf Course – 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.

Announcing NEW Disc Golf Courses

Non-Hotel Beaches sunbathe, swim, snooze

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.

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

Sandy Point - Located on St. Croix’s West

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

Shoy Beach - A popular local’s beach located

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.

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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.

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.

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.

Call For More Info: 340-773-8844

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

deep, white-sand beach with hotels, beach bars, and restaurants nearby; great swimming and snorkeling.

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!

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.

Vincent F. Mason, Sr. Coral Resort - South of Frederiksted, you’ll find this white, sandy beach and the refurbished Frederiksted pool. New park, paved parking, tables, grills, facilities.

Chenay Bay Beach Resort – 773-2918

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

The Buccaneer Hotel – 773-3036

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

Call to reserve court time.

The Reef Tennis – 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.

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Dorsch Beach, Frederiksted.

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Destination St. Croix BASIC INFORMATION ABOUT THE US VIRGIN ISLANDS

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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.

WE ARE HERE TO HELP YOU. The Christiansted Visitors Bureau is located in Government House on Queen Cross Street; open weekdays.

The Frederiksted Visitor’s Bureau is located in a Strand Street courtyard near the Pier; open week-

days & cruise-ship days. A Christiansted National Historic Site Visitor’s Orientation Center is located at Scale House on King Street at the Wharf.

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. See maps for bank and ATM locations.

Christiansted and Gallows Bay.

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.

TAXES. No sales tax but a 10% government tax is applied to hotel rooms.

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.

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.

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.

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.

POSTAL RATES. As part of the US postal system, 1st class mail is .49 cents for the first ounce, postcards are .35 cents, international rates are $1.20 for cards and letters. See maps for post office locations.

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 Fort Christiansvaern and a large public lot with fees just west of town on Strand and King Cross Streets.

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.

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.

EMERGENCY NUMBERS. Police, Fire, Ambulance ................ Land line, 911 Cell Phone, .................................340-772-9111 Divers Alert Network.....................919-684-2948 V.I. Territorial Emergency Management (VITEMA....................................340-773-2244 VI Search and Rescue ....................787-729-6770 St. Croix Hospital. .........................340-778-6311

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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.

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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 63. w w w.stcroix thisweek.com

Befolk-ningen. 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 i Christiansted ligger i Guvernementshuset med indgang fra Queen Cross Street; åbent hverdage. I Frederiksted ligger kontoret i en baggård på Strandgade nær kajen; åbent ugedage og når krydstogtsskibe ankommer. 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 (VITEMA)..................................340-773-2244 Eftersøgning og Redning...............787-729-6775 St. Croix Hospital ..........................340-778-6311

Valuta og Banker. First Bank (alle filialer) har åbent mandag-torsdag kl. 8:3016, 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.

Skatter. Ingen moms her; der lægges dog 10% 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

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

340-712-2100

Caravelle Hotel 340-773-0687 Caribbean Breeze Apartments 340-227-9853 & Vacation Homes Carrington’s Inn 340-713-0508 Chenay Bay Beach Resort

340-718-2918

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 Frederiksted Hotel

340-772-0500

Holger Danske

340-773-3600

Hotel on the Cay

340-773-2035

Hotel St. Croix

340-773-0210

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

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.

A short ferry ride takes you to Hotel on the Cay in Christiansted Harbor.

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Island Accommodations Hotels, Guest Houses, Rental Villas, Eco Lodging

Caribbean Breeze Apartments & Vacation Rentals is a gated, historic property on Prince Street in Frederiksted, within walking distance to West End beaches, the Pier, shopping and dining. Choose from all new studios, or 1 and 2 bedroom units. Relax in their charming ½-acre garden with outdoor barbeque/kitchen and a soon-to-becompleted pool.

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 wraparound porch!

At Hotel on the Cay, step into an atmosphere of casual elegance! Lo-

Join us for sunsets!

cated on a private cay in Christiansted Harbor, the 53-room resort is ideal for couples, families and adventure seekers and features a restaurant, terraces overlooking the town, a quaint, pristine beach, pool, and water sports.

Shops, sights, eateries, and entertainment are just minutes away.

Hotel St. Croix is a small, quaint, landmark hotel within the Christiansted Historic Site. Overflowing with West Indian charm, stay in the Main House with birds eye views of Government House and the Harbor or on the waterfront in the Bridgehouse.

Large pool and home to 40 Strand Eatery and the Rum & Wine Bar. Mt. Victory Camp Eco Lodge is a unique rainforest getaway; comfortable lodging in a natural site.

Take advantage of workshops, tours, walks, hikes and other activities.

Relax here in nature’s splendor!

Rattan Inn, a tranquil bed & breakfast is nestled into five acres of rolling hills and the ruins of a sugar cane plantation, c. 1750-1850. This enchanted lush property features five secluded residences, by the night or by the month, and a large, welcoming pool.

The Waves at Cane Bay, a spectacular natural setting for an intimate, seaside inn, offers spacious rooms with large, private balconies overlooking the sea! Choose from Standard Suites with mini-kitchen to Superior Rooms with full kitchen. Fine dining in their secluded, open-air restaurant and Cane Bay’s best diving sites!

New! - RIGHT on the Beach!

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Transportation

now offers regular flights between

RENTAL CARS, TAXI

St Croix & Tortola • St Croix &Virgin Gorda • St Croix & Anegada

TAXI INFORMATION ■ 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

Call 340-642-3000 for schedule and fares Flights operate Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday Other days available on request Richard O’Such, Mgr-Caribbean Ops St Croix Cell 340-642-3000 Shoreline Aviation, Inc. In the U.S. call 800-468-8639 FAA approved Carrier FVAA-052E St Croix this week.indd 1

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Free Vehicle Delivery to many hotels

Save 5% April, May Taste of St. Croix & Triathlon!

Must present ad at start of rental. Direct

reservations at regular rates at budgetstcroix.com or 340778-9636 only; no other discounts or promotions, etc apply; Valid for rentals 3 days or longer during April & May 2016, however black out periods may apply.

All other rental conditions apply.

■ 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.

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

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

■ Exclusive Taxi Request— pays the rate

charged for 4 passengers.

■ 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.

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St. Croix Airport

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

• Christiansted opposite Seaplane 340-713-9289

• Cruise Passengers: Frederiksted (CHANT Building) 340-778-4663

Toll Free 888-264-8894

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.

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& TOUR INFORMATION

TAXI SERVICES

Antilles Taxi Service… 340-773-5020, 690-9585 Crucian Taxi................. 340-773-6388, 422-1856 Epidel Taxi & Tours.......................340-643-0205 Native Son Taxi & Tours.... 349-718-7026, 626-2767 Rudy’s Taxi & Tours:.... 340-773-6803, 514-4600 St. Croix Taxi Association, Airport:...340-778-1088 Christiansted Taxi Stands are on King Street near Government House & in Frederiksted near Ft. Frederik.

FROM AIRPORT TO:

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)

Rent A Car

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

• CARS: Wranglers, 4WD, Soft Top, w/AC, Taurus, Focus, Suzuki SX4s, 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

10% DISCOUNT

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

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)

FROM FREDERIKSTED TO:

Carambola................................ $27....($11) Christiansted............................ $24....($11) Divi Carina Bay........................ $36....($18)

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1. Ace Roti Shop. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . G-3 2. Beach Side Café . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-4 3. Blue Water Terrace . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M-1 4. Breezes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I-2 5. Cast Iron Pot. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I-2 6. Cheeseburger’s In Paradise. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . K-1 7. Cultured Pelican . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M-1 8. Deep End Bar & Grill. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . K-2 9. Dockside at Divi Carina Bay Resort. . . . . . . . . . . . . . N-2 10. Duggan’s Reef . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N-2 11. East End Pizza at Divi Carina Bay Resort. . . . . . . . . . N-2 12. El Flamboyant. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F-4 13. Flamboyant Bar & Grill at Renaissance Carambola. . D-1 14. Joe’s Bar & Grille . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-3 15. La Reine Chicken Shack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . G-2 16. Saman at Renaissance Carambola . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-1 17. Shoreline at Chenay Bay. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . K-1 18. Starlite Grille at Divi Carina Bay Resort. . . . . . . . . . . N-2 19. Thali Indian Grill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-3 20. The Galleon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . K-2 21. The Palms at Pelican Cove . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-1 22. The Pickled Greek. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . J-2 23. The Terrace at The Bucaneer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . K-1 24. The Waves at Cane Bay. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-1

1. Hideaway Spa at the Buccaneer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . K-1 2. Plaza Extra East. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-3 3. Rustico. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-2 4. Sweet Lime Furnishings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I-3 5. Tamarind Reef Resort Spa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . K-1 6. The Museum Store at Botanical Gardens. . . . . . . . . . D-4

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Sports

1. Buccaneer Golf / Tennis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . K-1 2. Bush Tribe Eco Tours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . G-0 3. Cane Bay Dive Shop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-1, N-2 4. Freedom City Sutf Board Shop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-3 5. Island Revel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . K-1 6. Kitesurf / Paddlesurf St. Croix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M-1 7. Lightheart Sailing Charters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . K-1 8. Llewellyn’s Charter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N-1 9. N2theBlue Scuba Diving. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . G-1 10. Randall “Doc” James Racetrack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F-4 11. Renaissance Carambola Golf Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-2 12. Sweet Bottom Dive. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-1 13. Teroro II & Dragonfly Day Sail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . K-1 14. The Reef Golf Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N-1 15. Virgin Kayak Tours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . G-0 16. West End Water Sports. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-3

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18. Rainbow Reef — A shallow reef filled with all the Tropicals in the book! Great place for Eels, Arrow Crabs and Cleaner Shrimp. Good place to hunt for Lion Fish.

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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

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Airlines 1. Bohlke International Airways . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-4 2. Shoreline Aviation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 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).

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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 Vincent F. Mason, Sr. Coral Resort. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-4

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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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 barrel 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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Open Monday through Friday 8 am to 5 pm, weekends 9 am to 5 pm. 2 hour parking available on site.

The Steeple Building 4 across Hospital Street, formerly the Lutheran Church and dates from 1753. It houses a display documenting aspects of the religious history of St. Croix. Ask for opening hours at the Fort.

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Government House 6 on King Street was in part the former home of 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 Virgin Islands Tourism office (open weekdays only) is downstairs fronting the Lutheran Church.

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 building is undergoing renovations. 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’s 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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6. Frederiksted Health Care 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 10. Paul E. Joseph Stadium 2. Franklin’s on the Waterfront, Pg 20 11. Police Bike Patrol Unit Sports 12. Post Office 1. Adventures In Diving, Pg 43 13. Pubic Restrooms 2. Cane Bay Dive Shop, Pg 44 14. Rotary Club of St. Croix West 70 15. St. Croix Country Club

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Conserving our Coral Reefs on Earth Day and Lionfish Awareness Day

by Hilary Lohmann, Project Coordinator, Friends of the St Croix East End Marine Park

Spring is a great time for enjoying our natural surroundings. April 22 is Earth Day, an internationally recognized day to celebrate environmental protection. We take Earth day to honor our exceptional coral reefs! St Croix is blessed with the largest living reef of any Caribbean island and the second longest barrier reef in the Caribbean. Our reefs provide shoreline protection, recreation, tourism and fish to eat.

The benefits abound, but so do the threats. One such concern, the invasive Lionfish, is also highlighted in spring.

Lionfish (Pterois volitans/miles) have become a common sight on Caribbean and St. Croix reefs. They are hard to miss—with reddish/brown and white stripes and fanciful protruding spines, they loiter on reefs and rocky outcrops, areas also favored by snorkelers and divers. They take after their namesake African mammal in several ways. Their fan of fins and spines resemble a lion’s mane and they have an element of danger, as their spines are venomous to the touch.

They have a voracious appetite, and in the Atlantic and Caribbean, they are a top predator of other coral reef fish. Just as one would expect if a lion were introduced into your neighborhood, they are wreaking havoc on the Caribbean reef ecosystem.

Lionfish are native to the Indo-Pacific, where other large predatory fish, like groupers, evolved to prey upon them and keep their population numbers in balance. Unfortunately, they have no natural predators here, and have found an abundance of unsuspecting prey. The way a lionfish swims and hunts is unique and not found in other species in the Caribbean making it hard for prey to recognize it as danger, and hard for predators to recognize it as food.

Caribbean reefs are already under an unprecedented number and degree of pressures including landbased pollution, unsustainable fishing, as well as coral bleaching, ocean acidification, and disease outbreaks catalyzed by climate change. In a vulnerable underwater world, coral reef species face exacerbated pressure from Lionfish that feast upon the smorgasbord of prey options they find here, particularly juvenile fish and crustaceans, and have cascading effects on reef foodwebs.

May 15 is Lionfish Awareness Day! All over the southern Atlantic and Caribbean, people are rallying in support of coral reefs by taking a stand against Lionfish. Local derbies and hunting trips reduce the populations while training workshops demonstrate safe handling and cook-offs provide a chance to taste the delicious, meaty monster.

Mid-May is a time to gain knowledge and take action against invasive Lionfish. The more knowledgeable our public and visitors are, the more resources we can assemble, and the bigger impact we can have.

If you see a lionfish while snorkeling, report it to the CORE (corevi.org) hotline (340) 201-2340. If you see it in a marine protected area, report it to the managing agency (East End Marine Park at (340) 718-3367; Buck Island Reef National Monument, National Park Service at (340) 773-1460).

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by offering lionfish hunting trips with the necessary gear. Lionfish are not generally aggressive, but contact with their venomous spines (even after the lionfish is deceased) can cause pain, redness and swelling.

So go ahead, help your reefs and hunt a lion!

Just keep these tips in mind: ■ Be certain of your identification! Some Scorpaena spp. (Scorpionfish) and Equetus spp. (Drums, Jackknife fish) have been mistaken for lionfish.

■ Take care not to touch or injure coral when capturing or killing lionfish.

■ Don’t feed them to the sharks; leave them on the seafloor for predators to find naturally.

■ Handle them with care; you may want to use a specially designed lionfish ‘keeper’ for transporting them.

Friends of the St Croix East End Marine Park support the programs and mission of the St Croix East End Marine Park (STXEEMP). By promoting responsible recreation, enhancing community outreach and education, and improving compliance, Friends of STXEEMP is dedicated to conserving and managing the valuable, and vulnerable, marine ecosystems of today for tomorrow.

For more information, please contact friends.stxeemp@gmail.com.

The Friends of STXEEMP and DPNR are hosting an Earth Day Beach Day, Friday, April 22, on the shores of the East End Marine Park! A beach clean up will start at 9 am, and the Park’s mobile learning lab, the EcoVan, will be on hand. Family activities may include ocean trivia, coloring books for kids, treasure hunt and beach games. Feel free to bring a picnic and make a day of it at the beach; Come enjoy your marine park! Let’s do our part in helping to create a greener, more sustainable future for St. Croix.

Friends of the St. Croix East End Marine Park (340) 718-3367 • friends.stxeemp@gmail.com. • Facebook East End Marine Park Location & Management Zones, see Page 55.

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Treat Yourself R el ax, Indulge, R ecover

Gov. Juan F. Luis Hospital & Medical Center – 340-778-6311 JFL provides these in-patient care services for you and your family—General & Specialty Surgeries, Intensive & Progressive Care Services, Medical & Surgical Services, and Women & Children Health Services (Labor & Delivery, Nursery including Neonatal ICU, Post- Partum, OB/GYN surgeries & Pediatrics). Out-patient services include Cardiovascular Services (VI Cardiac Center), Diagnostic Imaging, including the Women’s Health Imaging Suite, Emergency Services, including the Fast Track (urgent care walk-in facility), Gastroenterology, Laboratory & Blood Bank, Rehabilitation Services, and Nephrology (5 Diamond Hemodialysis Unit for patients with end stage renal dialysis). JFL’s mission is to “drive improvement in the health care of those we serve, while exemplifying compassion and respect.”

For more info, www.jflusvi.org Frongillo Hair Care Salon — 340-719-7575 Now you can experience the difference in a new location! After 14 years in Gallows Bay, Frongillo JFL provides the Salon followinghas in-patient care services you and your family: Hair Care moved into aforrenovated, hisŹ General and Specialty Surgeries (Operating Department) toric building at 40 King Street in Christiansted Ź Intensive & Progressive Care Services (critical care & continuous monitoring of patients) Ź Medical & Surgical Services (overnight and surgical recovery) with new, expanded services.

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Cardiovascular Services (Virgin Islands Cardiac Center) Diagnostic Imaging (x-ray), including the Women’s Health Imaging Suite Emergency Services, including the Fast Track (urgent care walk-in facility) Gastroenterology (digestive system & its disorders) Laboratory & Blood Bank (clinical testing and blood donation) Rehabilitation Services (physical therapy) Nephrology (5 Diamond Hemodialysis Unit for patients with end stage renal dialysis)

 Cardiovascular Services (Virgin Islands Cardiac Center)  Diagnostic Imaging (x-ray), including the Women’s Health Imaging Suite  Emergency Services, including the Fast Track JFL visitors can also enjoy special amenities (urgent care walk-in facility) such as The Gift Box gift shop and Tropical Treats Café, where we serve more (digestive than just  Gastroenterology system & its disorders) hospital food!  Laboratory & Blood Bank (clinical testing & blood donation) For more details please call  Rehabilitation (physical therapy) 855-247-8364 or email usServices at info@j usvi.com (5 Diamond Hemodialysis Unit  Nephrology for patients with end stage renal dialysis) www.jusvi.org

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service hair care, including cuts and coloring, they now offer a fully-equipped nail salon and a highend beauty products boutique. Upcoming expansions will include full wedding and spa packages with makeup, facials, and massages, as well as a healthy café with tea and light snacks, outdoor café seating and a courtyard bed and breakfast.

Open Tuesday – Friday, 10 am to 6 pm, and Saturday, 8:30 am – 5 pm. Online appointment scheduling at www.frongillobeauty.com.

Massage To Go — 850-291-5506 Enjoy the benefits of a relaxing, soothing, therapeutic massage “wherever you are”... home, office, hotel, rental condo/villa, beach/poolside or in studio. Whether one person, a couple, family, or group - Sandra Sanford, LMT will come to your desired location and expertly tailor your massage to suit your individual needs. Let MASSAGE TO GO be one of the best memories you have of your island vacation, or if your an island resident, enjoy the ease and convenience of having massage be a regular part of your wellness program. Rates: 1 hour $100 or 1 1/2 hour $140 (discounts for two or more).

Gift Certificates Available too! Ready to feel relaxed and refreshed? Visit STXMassageToGo.com for more info or call to make an appointment today!

Paradise Waits Tattoo Studio & Gallery – 340-220-1206 Thinking of Inking? Meet your tattoo Artist/ Owner, “Mama Jenni!” A tattooist for 9 years, she combines her innate creativity with the skills of her previous career—a Registered Nurse. With a light touch, Jenni will put you at ease, always using sterile, disposable materials and high quality ink.

Because tattoos require special care to promote healthy healing, its best to have this done towards the end of your stay. New tattoos look best when skin is free of sunburn, scabs, or other damage.

Unless you plan on several visits, choose a tattoo design that can be done in a single session, usually from 1 to 3 hours. Free touch-up policy! 54 King Street, Christiansted. www.tattoostcroix.com

The Buccaneer Hideaway Spa & Salon – 340-712-2149 We offer relaxing, rejuvenating and therapeutic spa treatments, services, and packages that reduce stress and promote wellness. Our seawater and marine products address the needs of every skin type.

Choose from the latest must-have MOOD changing GEL manicures to fun, unique silk hair shimmers plus waxing, traditional Manicure/Pedicure, Deep Tissue, Aromatherapy Therapeutic, and Reflexology Massage. Specialized Scrubs and Wraps can be followed by an application of Protective Anti-aging Cream with sunscreen. Choose from Three Spa Packages or “create your own” Day of Indulgence.

Retail lines include Jane Iredale (make-up), Phytomer (skin care), Surface (hair) & OPI (nails)!

Located at the Buccaneer Hotel. Winter Hours, Mon-Fri, 9am-7pm, Sat, 10am-6 pm, Sun, 12-6 pm.

Summer Hours, Mon-Fri, 9am-6pm, Sat, 10am5pm, Sun 12-4pm. www.thebuccaneer.com/spa =Lorna / Psychic Advisor – 340-227-0378 =Lorna is available to answer all types of queries. She offers guidance for making the best choices, looking at options, and providing solutions to difficulties. Those who focus on soul work can receive information to heal the past in order to move on to a positive future.

There is no future prediction because futures are malleable and can change. Instead, =Lorna will help you achieve your dreams. An accomplished Astrologer, and a hands-on healer, she sees herself as a translator of messages that come from spiritual entities, revealing important knowledge for growth and well-being. “I am grateful to be able to share these enlightened insights with you. There are no problems, only solutions.”

Visit her blog at wordpress.com for Astrological forecasts and articles.

Tamarind Reef Resort Spa – 340-718-3782 Rejuvenate your senses at our oceanfront oasis— no vacation is complete on St. Croix without an appointment at Tamarind Reef Spa! An oceanfront sanctuary with treatments to revitalize 2015 VI Daily News Readers Poll

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REMAX St. Croix – 340-773-1048 Lisa Christensen-Harris – 340-773-1048 Joe and Julie of Team San Martin are the most Lisa Christensen is a third generation “Crucian” datrespected and knowledgeable REALTOR® Team ing back to when St. Croix was under the Danish on St. Croix. We are a long established, service-oriFlag. Lisa’s family has served the Virgin Islands in the ented business, selling St. Croix since 1984 and St government, business and public sectors. As a Sales Croix’s first buyers agents. Clients know that Team Associate and Real Estate Specialist with REMAX San Martin is truly connected with the successful I have the privilege of working with some of the outcome of each real estate transaction, has a genumost experienced and knowledgeable realtors on the ine concern for your best interests, and is always island. I look forward to showing off “my island” to prepared to go the extra mile. When we find your other local islanders or ‘statesiders’ new to St. Croix. dream property, we will walk you through the Offer One of the things I like to share with off island clients to Purchase terms so that you’ll have all the facts to is touring St. Croix from east to west introducing you make a good decision and use our negotiating skills to the local way of life on St. Croix. “I’ll work with that have helped hundreds of buyers acquire their you from a $10 piece of land to million dollar house!” dream properties. We live by our motto: Teamwork Cell, 340-227-7899. lisa@crucianrealtorstx.com, makes dreams work! www.teamsnmartin.com www.crucianrealtorstx.com REMAX St. Croix – 340-773-1048 Joe and Julie of Team San Martin are the most respected and knowledgeable REALTOR® Team on St. Croix. We are a long established, service-oriented business, selling St. Croix since 1984 and St Croix’s first buyers agents. Clients know that Team San Martin is truly connected with the successful outcome of eachus realabout estate transaction, has a genuContact buying, selling ine concern for your best interests, and is always or renting the USVI BVI. prepared to go the in extra mile.

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Island Living— The Sky’s the Limit!

by Amy Land-de Wilde

Every season, we hear envious queries from our island visitors about how long we’ve lived here and how did we make the move. Blending into our lifestyle comes easily. Visitors often pair off with locals on the tennis courts, on kayak tours and scuba dives, and on the golf courses. (That’s courses, plural! How many islands have more than one?) Sports provide a great avenue into the community. So do island events-and there are many!

As the February 18th, 2016 Caribbean Journal article said, “Perhaps the best-kept secret in the US Virgin Islands, St Croix is quickly developing as the USVI’s culinary hub, with a host of hot new restaurants helmed by upand-coming chefs. This is a great villa destination marked by a thriving US expat community. But the star here is historic Christiansted, a charming, walkable town that is a unique jewel in the Caribbean.”

Many people choose to buy property on St. Croix because of our inclusiveness and all the recreational and social activities the island offers--not to mention the eternal sunshine and hypnotic seashore. We have concerts under the stars with local and visiting musicians, art shows galore, and a strong community theater. I’ve mentioned golf, tennis, kayaking and scuba diving, but how about horseback riding, paddle boarding, kite surfing and snorkeling?

courses or up 900 feet above sea level with outstanding panoramas. Some choose to invest in rental properties. Because we have a team devoted to property management, we can help with reservations, maintenance, income strategies and a cleaning service.

If you have more questions about buying, or you already own and you’d like an assessment of your property’s market value, please be in touch! We’ll always get back to you right away.

The high-touch, high-tech professionals at Coldwell Banker St. Croix Realty will always go the extra mile for you. You are our top priority. Because we constantly expand our education in the field and keep up with the latest real estate trends and technology, our data is accurate and up-to-date. We’ve got island know-how and lots of resources to make things easy for you. Visit our website and preview the beautiful island properties we have to offer. We hope you’ll stop by for a chat!

Broker Amy Land-de Wilde owns Coldwell Banker St. Croix Real Realty. She fell in love with the island on first sight and has lived here now for over 35 years.

Back to making St. Croix a part of your life...

St. Croix accommodates a wider range of tastes and affordability than most islands.

You can buy a condo on the beach for $70,000 or $1 million. Home prices range wider than that. If you are not ready to commit to a developed property but want to build your own castle (or bungalow) in paradise later, we can show you a variety of sites at good values.

Perfect poolside living with condo convenience.

Many tell us at Coldwell Banker St. Croix Realty that they consider this an ideal time to buy, and they are right. The intersection of many positive elements for buyers--low interest rates, motivated sellers, a wide range of choices--exists right now.

Close to beautiful beaches and Divi Carina amenities… simply fabulous!

Coldwell Banker St. Croix Realty has something for every taste. Many of our buyers want to live on the sparkling Caribbean Sea, others prefer homes in the lush rain forest.

You can reside on one of our challenging golf

Coldwell Banker St. Croix Realty Gallows Bay Marketplace, 340-778-7000 The Buccaneer, 340-718-7000 Strand Street, Frederiksted, 340-643-3333 www.coldwellbankervi.com

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St. Croix Custom – 340-220-2531 With over 15 years experience in the textile and design industry, St Croix Custom offers great prices on designer indoor and outdoor fabrics for your home or boat! Wholesale pricing available. We also offer Space Planning Services, as well as Kitchen and Bath Design, Drapery Design and Window Treatment Installation.

Accessories, wallpaper, custom seating, awnings, slipcovers, and pillows are all services we can do for those finishing touches! We will always be conscious of your budget and keep you as the most important focus for any project, large or small. Reasonable rates, great pricing on products, and the experience you need to get the job done right. Give us a call! info@ stcroixcustom.com, www.stcroixcustom.com

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STARS SHOPPING

ST. CROIX Sky Watch APRIL + MAY 2016

Our clear skies are perfect for star gazing!

NORTH Polaris North Star little diPPer caSSioPeia

VIEW THE MAP SO THAT THE NORTH INDICATOR IS FACING NORTH 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 Spring begins on March 20th

April 2016 Moon Phases:

May 2016 Moon Phases:

First Quarter........................... 13 April Full Moon............................... 22 April Last Quarter........................... 29 April New Moon............................... 7 April

First Quarter.............................. 13 May Full Moon.................................. 21 May Last Quarter.............................. 29 May New Moon.................................. 6 May

April Sunrise: April Sunset:

May Sunrise: May Sunset:

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Regulus is the heart of Leo, the Lion.

Regulus is also the point at the base of a backwards question mark. The top of the question mark is Leo’s head and a triangle of fainter stars toward the East marks the Lion’s hind quarters and tail.

Don’t worry if you cannot see a Lion here, most people can’t either, but you should be able to find the backwards question mark.

Two other planets are visible now; Maris rises in the east at about 9:40 p.m. and Saturn rises around 10:15.

Wait an hour or so for them to climb

auriga

capella

gemiNi castor caNcer Pollux

tauruS aldebaran bellatrix

leo Spica

virgo

rugulus

Procyon caNiS miNor

hydra

betelgeuse

orioN

rigel Sirius Saiph caNiS major

milky Way

5:46 am 6:46 pm

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

hree planets are visible in the current night sky; Jupiter, Mars, and Saturn.

The giant gas planet Jupiter will be at its closest approach to Earth for this year and the side facing the Earth will be fully illuminated by the Sun. Look high in eastern sky just after at sunset, the brightest star-like object you see is Jupiter. Nearby Jupiter is the bright star Regulus.

arcturus

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

6:03 am 6:37 pm

PerSeuS

big diPPer

EAST

draco

SOUTH

CONSTELLATIONS: UPPER CASE • Stars: Lower Case

higher in the eastern sky and they too will be easy to find. Both planets are seen against the background of stars of Scorpius, the Scorpion, just east of the bright red star Antares.

If it is very clear and dark you will see a hazy patch of light by these two planets and the hazy light arcs across the sky. Once your eyes have adapted to the darkness, look between Sagittarius and Scorpius and you should be able to see a hazy band of light. This is the Milky Way, our city of stars in the universe.

Galileo was the first person to point a telescope at the Milky Way (by the way, he did not invent the telescope).

When he looked through his telescope he discovered that the band of light was really an uncountable number of stars.

Today we know that the band you see is light from billions and billions of stars so far away that you cannot see them as individual stars, just as a hazy band of light. When you look at the Milky Way in the direction of Scorpius, you are looking toward the center of our galaxy.

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Dominating the western sky are seven bright stars that form Orion, the Hunter. Two stars form his shoulders (bright red Betelgeuse and Bellatrix), two more his knees (Saiph and the very bright Rigel) and three his belt. Orion is not alone in his celestial hunt. By Orion’s feet are his two hunting dogs.

Canis Major the Big Dog is easy to find.

Look for the brightest star in the night sky, Sirius, and you have found the Big Dog. Between Sirius and Orion is a somewhat fainter star, this is Procyon and Canis Minor, the Little Dog. Above Procyon in the Little Dog and Betelgeuse in Orion, look for two bright stars nearby each other and of about the same brightness. They almost look like twin stars, and in fact these two stars, Castor and Pollux, mark the heads of the Gemini Twins.

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