JANUARY 2016
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FEATURES
It’s a Crucian Christmas!................................................. 3 Duty Free Allowance........................................................ 8 Farm Fresh—Where To Find It!.................................... 24 Restaurant Entertainment............................................. 30 Milk & Honey................................................................. 30 Meet Cover Artist Lucien Downes................................ 36 VI Bridal Guide.............................................................. 38 Our Danish Connection—VELKOMMEN!................. 39 A Special Resource of Our Danish Legacy.................... 39 ‘Gone Fishing’ with a Crucian!...................................... 41 Dolphins on the Move!.................................................. 46 Want to go Disc Golfing?............................................... 46 Always Remember to Drive Left!................................... 48 Island Worship............................................................... 48 Making a Difference in the Lives of At-Risk Island Youth........................................... 59 How to Move to St. Croix.............................................. 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
Lucien Downes.
ON THE COVERS DECEMBER 2015 “The Guardians”
DESTINATION ST. CROIX Helpful Info & Phone Numbers.............................48 Easy Hotel Guide.....................................................50 Accommodations....................................................51 Transportation........................................................52
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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
JANUARY 2016 “The Dancer”
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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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Christmas on St. Croix!
“Past, Present & Future Scenes, St. Croix Carnival 2015-2016” Crucian Christmas Carnival Schedule of Events
DECEMBER 11, 8 PM
Soca Monarch Eliminations Location TBA
DECEMBER 12, 5:30 AM
Christiansted J’ouvert Bassin Triangle to Altona Lagoon
DECEMBER 12, 7 PM
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Mocko Jumbies.
he Crucian Christmas Festival became an annual event in 1952 with the revival of old holiday traditions transformed into a modern event. Tradition plays a large role in the Virgin Islands and, back in former days of slavery, Christmas and Easter were the only times the enslaved population were given time off. That called for celebration, which consisted of dressing up in costumes, masquerading, and making calls at other plantations, and parading through the streets of the towns, where dancing and merrymaking marked these gatherings. But with religious life playing a large role, churchgoing to celebrate the birth of Christ was and remains a major seasonal activity.
Photos courtesy of Christmas Carnival Committee
selection all draw crowds to their venues, and the festival village and amusement park with booths offering traditional food and drink, cultural performances and trinkets for sale continue for two weeks.
Nothing equals the excitement of the parades at the end of the festivities— first the delightful Children’s Adult Parade Troupers. Parade, where steel pan orchestras from schools and churches and groups of majorette twirlers vie for being the favorite of the crowds along the King Street route in Frederiksted. The following day, the Three Kings Day Adult Parade is the grand finale, featuring over a hundred troupes, floats, and individual entries—an extravaganza to the beat of loud music, bodies swaying, fantastic costumes, pagChildren’s Parade. eantry and pulsating energy and merriment, starting before noon and continuing until after dark. The Crucian Christmas Festival has become Large crowds line the parade route, and vendors more and more organized each year and the Cruof food and drink are interspersed. cian Christmas Festival Committee has included additional events each year making it now a Frederiksted is the main venue of the festival month-long extravaganza. Highlighting St. Croix’s because of its wide streets for the parades, but traditions, history, crafts, food, and drinks, it begins Christiansted has its tramp and mini-festival kickin December and ends with the Three Kings Parade off with a food fair, vendors, and rides for the chilin January. But preparations for the celebrations and dren at Canegata Ball Park on December 12. elaborate parade costumes begin months ahead. Additional activities, not part of the official Starting with a prince and princess pageant, later a competition for the queen title, a calypso monarch singing contest for adults and youngsters, early morning tramps, or “Jouvert,” into the towns, a band competition and musical theme w w w.stcroix thisweek.com
program but equally anticipated every year, are the lighted Boat Parade in Christiansted Harbor, and Christmas Spoken Here at the St. George Village Botanical Garden. Check Events Calendar for dates and times.
Christiansted Mini Village Canegata Ball Park
DECEMBER 13, 3 PM
Prince & Princess Show Island Center
DECEMBER 20, 5 PM
St. Croix Carnival Queen Pageant Island Center
DECEMBER 26, 7 PM
Opening of Main Village Frederiksted through January 3
DECEMBER 29, 8 PM
Soca Monarch Competition Frederiksted Carnival Village
DECEMBER 30, 5:30 AM
Carnival J’ouvert Hannah’s Rest Corner, Frederiksted to Carnival Village
DECEMBER 30, 12 NOON
Food, Art, & Crafts Fair Eliza McBean Clock Tower, Frederiksted
DECEMBER 30, 8 PM
Calypso Monarch Competition Island Center
JANUARY 1, 10 AM
Children’s Parade Claude O. Markoe School to King Street
JANUARY 2, 10 AM
Adult’s Parade Claude O. Markoe School to King Street
FOR MORE INFORMATION:
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Events - St. Croix DECEMBER 2015 / JANUARY 2016
CRUISE ARRIVALS
how this 18th century property is transforming into a 21st century farm. $15pp. (340) 220-0466 or csa@ridge2reef.org
DECEMBER 2015
Thurs, December 3 Sat, December 5 Sun, December 6 Mon, December 7 Tues, December 8 Mon, December 14 Tues, December 15 Sat, December 19 Sun, December 20 Mon, December 28
8am 8am 7am 8am 9am 7am 7am 8am 7am 7am
Constellation Jewel Adventure Eurodam Carnival Sunshine Adventure Carnival Sunshine Jewel Adventure Adventure
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
JANUARY 2016
Sat, January 2 Sun, January 3 Mon, January 4 Mon, January 11 Sat, January 16 Sun, January 17 Wed, January 20 Mon, January 25 Wed, January 27 Sat, January 30 Sun, January 31
8am Jewel 7am Adventure 7am Artania 7am Adventure 8am Jewel 7am Adventure 11am Nieuw Amsterdam 8am Adventure 7am Carnival Pride 8am Jewel 8am Adventure
*Ship schedule subject to change. Call 772-0357. NOTE! The famous Blues Cruise (Nieuw Amsterdam IV) calls on St. Croix January 20th! NEW! Norwegian Airlines weekly arrivals from Copehhagen continue every Friday from December 4 through January 29.
ONGOING WINE & BEER TASTINGS Beach Side Café, Frederiksted Join us seasonally as we taste fine wines & beers paired with apps. Call for date, time & reservation. (340) 772-1205, (340) 772-1266 FIRST SUNDAYS, 5:30 PM Jazz Vespers St. Croix Reformed Church Feast your ears with the jazz sounds of our island’s talented musicians. Service features music with prayer. (340) 778-0520, www.stcroixreformed.org MONDAYS-SATURDAYS, 10 AM-4 PM Self-Guided Farm Tour Ridge to Reef Farm Grab an interpretive map and guide yourself on a tour of the USVI’s only certified organic farm. See the gardens & experience the lush peaceful setting at your own pace. $10pp (340) 220-0466, or csa@ridge2reef.org
Victor Preza Exhibit at Caribbean Museum Center for the Arts opens December 10.
MONDAYS, 5 PM Crab Races Ft. Christian Brew Pub The hermit crabs crawl; you cheer them on! (340) 713-9820 MONDAYS, 6 PM Caribbean Night The Palms at Pelican Cove Enjoy a Traditional West Indian Buffet, with Mocko Jumbies, fire dancers & live music! $30pp; $25pp for children ages 12 & under. Reservations (340) 718-8920. www.palmspelicancove.com MONDAYS 6:00 PM UNTIL Dinner and a Movie Night The Pink Spot, Frederiksted Big screen movies in the Courtyard at 7:30 pm followed by Big Screen Monday Night Football on 10 TVs! 340-778-7465 www.thepinkspotstx.com TUESDAYS, 7 PM Beach BBQ & Floor Show Harbormaster Beach Club Take a short ferry ride to Hotel on the Cay for an all-you-can-eat beach BBQ. Steel Pan Music, Mocko Jumbies, Broken Bottle & Limbo Dancing and Fire Eating! $31pp. Children 12 & under 1/2 price. Reservations (340) 719-5438. TUESDAYS & FRIDAYS, 9 AM-11 AM Nursery Open St. George Village Botanical Garden Shop here for tropical plants! (340) 692-2874 WEDNESDAYS, 12-3PM Laweatz Family Museum Walk-Up Tours Little La Grange, Frederiksted Learn about the Danish Lawaetz family and see
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THURSDAYS, 5:30 PM Disco Bingo Deep End Bar & Restaurant Revelry @ 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 West Indian Style BBQ & Floor Show Divi Carina Bay Resort & Casino Hear a steel pan band and see Mocko Jumbies; traditional West Indian Buffet. $35pp; $19pp for children ages 12 & under. Reservations (340) 773-9700 X 732. 2ND THURSDAYS, 4:30-7 PM Happy Hour Caribbean Museum Center for the Arts Works of local artists & offerings from chefs are featured with live music in the courtyard. Suggested donation: $5 (340) 772-2622 www.cmcarts.org FIRST FRIDAYS, 4:30 – 6:30 PM Café Christine Tastings Delicious complimentary Apps, cash bar, and a good time with friends. ‘Tis the season! (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 FRIDAYS 6-11:00 PM Friday Night Luau The Pink Spot, Frederiksted Join the fun with Kiki and the Flaming Gypsies, Guardians of Culture Moko Jumbie, Live Music or Comedy, Limbo Competition, & Luau lessons! Fresh fish, Crab legs, traditional Hawaiian dishes, Hibachi dinner. 340-778-7465 www.thepinkspotstx.com
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Events - St. Croix
SU N SE T JA Z Z , DE C E M B E R 1 8 & JA N UA RY 1 5 , F R E DE R I K ST E D BA N D STA N D SATURDAYS, 9 AM Qigong/ Meditation The Palms at Pelican Cove Practice qigong in the Palm Coconut Grove with Peter Stewart. $12. (340) 719-7564
DECEMBER 13, 5 AM The 14th St. Croix International Marathon Ft. Christiansvaern This national championship R/T event, hosted by The V.I. Pace Runners, goes along the ocean through Salt River Bay National Historic Park & Ecological Preserve near Columbus Landing. Register: (340) 643-2557, wallacewilliams@msn.com, www.virginislandspace.org
DECEMBER 2015 DECEMBER, CONTINUING ALL MONTH Woman to Woman, Island to Island Exhibit Caribbean Museum Center for the Arts Part of the “Mujeres Distintas Formas, Distintos Medios” series featuring international, Puerto Rican and Virgin Island artists. (340) 772-2622 www.cmcarts.org DECEMBER 4, 5:30 PM-10:30 PM Holiday Gala & Auction St. George Village Botanical Gardens “Crucian Holiday Magic”—an elegant evening of enchantment. It’s The Garden’s most important fundraiser (and fun) fundraiser! (340) 692-2874 www.sgvbg.org DECEMBER 6, 11 AM-5 PM Christmas Spoken Here St. George Village Botanical Garden While local choirs sing carols & vendors showcase arts & crafts, you enjoy festive holiday shopping. (340) 692-2874 www.sgvbg.org DECEMBER 6 Coakley Bay Shoreline Hike St. Croix Hiking Association Hike the shoreline of one of our prettiest beaches that looks out to Buck Island. (340) 772-2073 www.stcroixhiking.org DECEMBER 6, 2 PM Santa on the Beach Cane Bay Beach Krewe de Croix invites you to come out and have your picture taken with Santa. Great family fun! Free. (828) 447-3986 (817) 908-3912 DECEMBER 10, 5:30–6:30PM National Park Lecture Series Danish West India & Guinea Co. Warehouse The National Park Service 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 to join our mailing list! DECEMBER 10, 5-8 PM Victor Preza Exhibit Opening Caribbean Community Center for the Arts Eighty-year-old El Salvadoran artist, Victor Preza, has studied and shown his work around the world and now opens an exhibit here. He was w w w.stcroix thisweek.com
DECEMBER 13, 6 AM The 41st Virgin Islands Half-Marathon Arawak Bay: the Inn at Salt River Another national championship R/T race, this event shares its course with the international marathoners along the scenic seaside near Salt River. Hosted by V.I. Pace Runners. Register: (340) 643-2557, wallacewilliams@msn.com, www.virginislandspace.org St. Croix Christmas Boat Parade, Christiansted Boardwalk, December 12. Roy Lawaetz
a former Director of the National School of Painting & Drawing in El Salvador and Cultural Attache at the El Salvador Embassy in the US. Runs through January 9. Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays & all cruise ship days, 10 am - 5 pm. (340) 772-2622, www.cmcarts.org DECEMBER 10, 5-8 PM Christmas Art Exhibit Art @ Top Hat This “5 Dimensions” show features the works of Barbara Gelardi, Elwin Joseph, Dee Petrachenko, Marilyn May and Karen Grey—5 different styles and mediums! Kaeya Hill Jewelry Show. Runs through December 30. (340) 513-3558, www.artattophat.com DECEMBER 12, 2-7 PM Cookie Exchange Blue Mutt Gallery Volunteer cookie bakers contribute their favorites as a festive fundraiser for the St. Croix Animal Welfare Center. Buy a box! Think hostess gifts, Christmas presents or Treats for yourself. (340-643-7203.
DECEMBER 13, 10 AM-2 PM Basket Weaving Workshop Mt. Victory Camp Eco-Lodge Enjoy a day in the hills with Carmen Corradino teaching you to weave your own basket out of local vines and twigs. All levels welcome. Bring lunch. $25. Register, 340-201-7983 or mountvictorycamp@gmail.com DECEMBER 14, 10 AM-6 PM Customer Appreciation Day Rustico, Princess Plaza Celebrating 14 years! A day filled with eats & treats; ‘shop till you drop’ with the 15%-off-AllInventory-Sale; Rustico Coquito tastings! 340-718-7257 www.rusticostcroix.com DECEMBER 17, 5-8 PM Art Thursday Downtown Christiansted More than a dozen galleries & shops show the works of artists & jewelry makers. Stay for dinner in town. This Art Walk is a favorite of visitors & locals! (340) 713-4569
DECEMBER 12, 5:30 PM St. Croix Christmas Boat Parade Christiansted Boardwalk From mega yachts to dinghies, boats decorated to the 9s parade through the harbor. You’ll see Santa, Rudolf, the elves & neon Christmas palms. One of St. Croix’s most festive Yuletide events. Music, Coquito, carolers & fireworks! Free. (340) 643-0555 www.christmasparadestcroix.com December 2015 / January 2016 • Page 5
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JAZZ IN THE PARK, DECEMBER 25 & JANUARY 29, CHRISTIANSTED BANDSTAND JANUARY 8, 5 PM-8 PM Mark Mulherrin Art Opening Reception Walsh Metal Works Gallery Opening night for “Souvenir,” new mixed-media works from artist Mark Mulherrin! Runs through January. (340) 332-2504, www.facebook.com/WalshMetalWorksGallery
DECEMBER 17, 5-8 PM Holiday Art Show Henle Studio Annual Holiday Show, featuring Henle art and works of various other artists. Find great gifts—early VI photos & books by Fritz Henle, photographs by Tina Henle, prints & paintings by Maria Henle. (340) 718-0372, www.mariahenlestudio.com
JANUARY 9, 9 AM-11 AM Yoga Art with Cindy Male Caribbean Museum Center for the Arts Class features yoga and meditations, preparing you to engage in an artistic project. Bring mat or towel, sketch paper & color medium such as crayons, color pencils or watercolors. Novices welcome. $35. or $45. at door, $20 for teachers. Register, (340) 772-2622 www.cmcarts.org
DECEMBER 18, 6-8 PM Sunset Jazz Clock Tower, Buddhoe Park, Fredriksted Stanley and the 10 Sleepless Knights, famed for their Christmas spirit, will get you dancing to island “scratch” music! Bring a beach chair or blanket. Food and drinks available. Conviviality & music free. DECEMBER 19 The 32nd Cane Bay 5-Mile Road Race Cane Bay Known as the Jingle Bay Run, this last race of 2015 travels out-and-back on the north shore. Hosted by V.I. Pace Runners. (340) 643-2557, www.virginislandspace.org DECEMBER 20, 10AM-2PM Bamboo Bow Making Mt. Victory Camp Eco-Lodge Create your own bow & arrows (time permitting) in a beautiful natural setting and learn the use of several different hand tools. Bows will last many years with proper care. $20, bring lunch. Register, 340-201-7983, or mountvictorycamp@gmail.com. DECEMBER 27 Mt. Stewart Hike St. Croix Hiking Association Along Mahogany Road in the rainforest, you’ll hike the gut and see magnificent trees, vines & lush foliage. (340) 772-2073, www.stcroixhiking.org DECEMBER 25, 5:30-7:30 PM Jazz in the Park Ft. Chrisitansvaern Bandstand Jazz up Christmas night! Bring chairs, blankets, coolers & friends & catch fabulous music at the wharf. Presented by Community Music. Free! (340) 277-3914, (340) 332-4055 DECEMBER 27, 5 PM-11 PM Bracket Series Championships 2015 St. Croix Motor Sports Complex Check out performances of skilled race drivers and cool cars! Contact Ramon, Caribbean Drag Racing: (610) 986-2069, soulrbl67@yahoo.com, Facebook.
Mark Mulherrin Art Opening, Walsh Metal Works Gallery, January 8.
JANUARY 2016 JANUARY 1 The 29th Annual Children Race King Street, Frederiksted V.I. Pace Runners hosts this race for kids 13 & under. It takes the parade route and kicks off the Crucian Christmas Festival Children’s Parade. (340) 643-2557, www.virginislandspace.org JANUARY 2 The 34th Annual Three Kings Mile Race Claude O. Markoe School, Frederiksted A V.I. Pace Runners event, the short race kicks off the annual Three Kings Day Parade & runs along the packed-with-spectators parade route. (340) 643-2557, www.virginislandspace.org JANUARY 2, 11 AM St. Croix Festival Adult Parade Party Caribbean Museum Center for the Arts Watch the adult parade on the King Street sidewalk at the Museum. Duck into the courtyard for food options. Members only; membershiop may be purchased at the door. (340) 772-2622, www.cmcarts.org JANUARY 7, 5-8 PM Art Exhibit Opening Art @ Top Hat Presenting “Mixed Metaphors,” the works of two of St. Croix’s top artists—John Obafemi Jones and Lucien Downes. Island themes in mixed media formats. Runs through January 30. (340) 513-3558, www.artattophat.com
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JANUARY 9-10, 5 PM-11 PM BVI Invitational Showdown Drag Races St. Croix Motor Sports Complex Drivers from the USVI & the BVI face-off! Hosted by the Caribbean Drag Racing Association. Ramon, (601) 986-2069, soulrbl67@yahoo.com JANUARY 9, 7 PM Mardi Croix Season Kick-Off Party Off the Wall, North Shore Party with the 2016 Krewe, as Mardi Croix kicks off its season! The 2016 theme: Disco Fever in the Caribbean. (817) 908-3912, (828) 447-3986 JANUARY 10, 11 AM 12th Annual Sea Swim Frederiksted Pier to Rainbow Beach The St. Croix Dolphins invite swimmers of all ages & abilities, from triathletes to those with fins, to race one mile in the open sea. Barbeque at Rhythms at Rainbow afterwards & chat up teams from Harvard, Fordham & Montclair State University. Register: 340-719-7946, www.stcroixdolphins.org, or at Good Hope Country Day School.
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ST. CROIX CHRISTMAS BOAT PARADE, DECEMBER 12, CHRISTIANSTED! JANUARY 12 - FEBRUARY 16, 6:30-8:30 PM Adult Ceramics & Portrait Sculpture Classes Caribbean Museum Center for the Arts Bring out your inner artist! Larry Safady leads a six-session class with a live model & use of the studio & tools. $150, firing fee extra. (340) 772-2622, www.cmcarts.org JANUARY 14, 5-7:30 PM 2nd Thursday Happy Hour and John Jones Exhibit Opening Caribbean Community Center for the Arts John Jones’ bold paintings, using jazz themes and blues icons, are rooted in the need for self-discovery & expression. Runs through 2/12. (340)-772-2622 JANUARY 14, 5:30-6:30PM National Park Lecture Series Danish West India & Guinea Co. Warehouse The National Park Service 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 for information (340) 773-1460 to join our mailing list! JANUARY 15, 10 AM Victor Borge Listen & Learn Workshop Location TBA Learn about music, dance & song in a free workshop for children & seniors. Sponsored by St. Croix Landmarks Society. (340) 772-0598, www.stcroixlandmarks.org JANUARY 15, 6-8 PM Sunset Jazz Clock Tower, Buddhoe Park, Frederiksted Bring a beach chair or blanket & get prepared to catch the hip sounds of local & international jazz artists. Food & drinks available. Music & conviviality free! JANUARY 15-16, 7:30 PM Candlelight Concert Series Estate Whim Museum Classical performances by world class musicians in a historic, romantic setting. Sponsored by St. Croix Landmarks Society. (340) 772-0598, www.stcroixlandmarks.org. JANUARY 15 - FEBRUARY 13 Recycled Art Classes Caribbean Museum Center for the Arts Yemaya Jones leads students in collecting discarded materials for use in creating photo frames, masks, mobiles & sea creatures. 5th through 8th graders. Five 90-minute sessions. $95. Call for information (340) 772-2622, www.cmcarts.org w w w.stcroix thisweek.com
JANUARY 21, 5-8 PM Group Art Show Henle Studio This “Final Season Celebration” includes original paintings, prints and photographs by Maria, Tina & Fritz Henle, Sacha Tebo, Don Dahlke, Toni Lance, Lyn Voytershark, Nicolette Jelen. Sculpture by Larry Lipsky. Jewelry by Therese Donarski. (340) 718-0372, mariahenlestudio.com
Krewe de Barkus Parade, Christiansted Boardwalk, January 16.
JANUARY 21, 5-8 PM “Departures” Art Opening Designworks Sculptress Trudi Gilliam returns to St. Croix! See her unique metal sculptures made from copper, brass, nickel & found objects. Some whimsical, all delightful! (340) 713-8102
JANUARY 15, 16, 17, Artists Guild Art Exhibit Canegata Ball Park The Artists Guild presents its 2016 exhibition! Friday reception 6-9 pm. Works from St. Croix’s finest artists. Saturday, 10 am - 4 pm; Sunday, 11 am 4 pm. (718) 248-6027, www.artistsguildstx.com
JANUARY 24, 5AM & 7:30AM 7th Annual St. Croix Scenic 50 Ft. Christiansvaern to The Buccaneer Join in on the Individual 50-Mile Run, the Four-Leg, 50-Mile Team Relay, or the Individual 50-Kilometer Run! For info and to register go to www.stcroix50.com
JANUARY 16, 1 PM Krewe de Barkus Parade Christiansted Boardwalk Canines of all shapes, sizes and colors strut the boardwalk in crazy carnival style! Best costume wins! $10 entry. (817) 908-3912, (828) 447-3986
JANUARY 24, 9 AM-2 PM Wild Edible & Medicinal Plant Workshop Mt. Victory Camp Eco Lodge Sample the edible plants, learn how to avoid poisonous ones, & make your own tincture and salve! Bring a lunch. Call for information and to register, 340-201-7983
JANUARY 17, 6AM Martin Luther King Memorial Run King Street, Christiansted Traverse the island in this 31st Annual, 25K, Fort to Fort run that is challenging but noncompetitive. Begins at the harbor, where enslaved Africans disembarked, through the rainforest, and ends in Frederiksted where the emancipation of enslaved Africans in the West Indies took place. Hosted by V.I Pace Runners. (340) 643-2557, www.virginislandspace.org JANUARY 19-21, 9 AM-3:30 PM Creativity & Design Workshop Blue Mutt Art Studio and Gallery Watercolorist & instructor Alexis Lavine holds her 12th annual inspiring workshop. $225 by December 7; $250 after. (340) 690-4624, or bluemuttstx@gmail.com JANUARY 21, 5-8 PM Art Thursday Downtown Christiansted More than a dozen galleries & shops show the works of artists & jewelry makers. Stay for dinner in town. This Art Walk is a favorite of visitors & locals! Facebook.
JANUARY 29, 5:30-7:30 PM Jazz in the Park Ft. Christiansvaern Bandstand Bring chairs, blankets, coolers & friends & catch fabulous music by the sea. Presented by Community Music. Free! (340) 277-3914 (340) 332-4055 JANUARY 30 Women’s Coalition 35th Anniversary Gala Palms at Pelican Cove Celebrate with the Women’s Coalition of St. Croix: Here’s to 35 years of working for domestic peace on St. Croix! (340) 773-9272, www.wcstx.org JANUARY 30-31 Sweat-lodge & Nature Awareness Retreat Mt. Victory Camp Eco-lodge Using the sweat-lodge, dynamic meditation practices, and time in nature, we will seek to gain a deeper understanding of ourselves and the world around us at this 2-day retreat. Price includes stay at the camp and four meals. 340-201-798. Visit the workshops page at www.mtvictorycamp.com December 2015 / January 2016 • Page 7
Duty-Free Shopping
MAKE IMPORTANT PURCHASES HERE WITH DOUBLE THE DUTY-FREE ALLOWANCE!
Duty-Free Allowance “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! Water Bracelet, 5mm SS/14K, and Fire Bracelet, 5mm SS/14K Sonya Ltd.
COMPANY STREET The Blue Mutt—340-643-7203
Shopping that benefits St. Croix’s animals! Where can you see original art & crafts by more than a dozen island artists, buy a book to read at the beach, get a St. Croix t-shirt to wear at home, & find a collar for your dog decorated with sea turtles? Only at The Blue Mutt! Filled with color & creativity, The Blue Mutt is a ‘must stop’ gift shop & art gallery specializing in locally-made crafts & art, select books, fun, unique gift items & pet-related products. Also offering regular art & craft classes in their large art studio & participating monthly in Christiansted’s Art Thursday art walks. A portion of all sales support animal welfare & animal rescue groups on island. Facebook / The Blue Mutt.
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
Cache of the Day – 340-773-3648
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
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
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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!
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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.
attractive home décor items such as clever 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!
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Your Authorized Naot Dealer on St. Croix for classic men’s and ladies sandals! The Shoe Bar
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Hook up with the Original- Sonya’s St. Croix Hook. Located at #1 Company Street since 1964, an introduction to the hand-wrought jewelry at Sonya’s begins with the pleasantly inexpensive hook bracelet which is often imitated, never duplicated. Our designs include: hurricanes, hearts, flowers, sea life, breast cancer awareness, and so much more. All creations are crafted in sterling silver, 14 & 18 karat gold—bracelets, rings, earrings, and pendants. Our loyal customers continue to vote our jewelry #1 in the Virgin Islands. Visit us at www.sonyaltd.com Toll-free: 877-766-9284.
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Island Tribe of St. Croix – 340-719-0936
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
ib designs – 773-4322 (say “eye-bee”)
An island favorite in historic Christiansted, this gallery is home to the distinctive designs of local artist/metalsmith, Whealan Massicott. Whealan has been crafting for over 20 years and is fortunate to have a fabulous team of artisans join him in creating magical jewelry. Being a musician at heart allows life’s movements, patterns, and rhythms to play out in his raw, organic designs. Ib designs Feel Good Jewelry is a salute to the simplicity of life and to the inspiration of creativity. Come see our new Om, Gratitude, and Anchor collections.Truly artful, truly unique, truly Caribbean! Feel Good Jewelry for Feel Good People. Stop in to say hi to Whealan, Kris, and the rest of the ib family. Find us on Facebook. www.islandboydesigns.com
The Shoe Bar – 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.
For Women of ALL Sizes Small to 4X
Island Tribe of St.Croix of St.Croix
57 Company Street Christiansted, St. Croix
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QUEEN CROSS STREET Hotheads – 340-773-7888
This trendy shop has swimwear for all shapes and sizes including hard-to-find separates, cup sizes, long torso, and attractive styles for fullfigured 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.
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. 55 Company Street • 340-713-1445
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Art / Paintings Bath & Body Books / Cards Cameras Cigar Humidor Clothing - Children Clothing - Men Clothing - Women Coffee /T ea / Condiments Crystal / China Fashion Accessories Handbags Home Furnishings Jewelry Liquor Local Fruits / Preserves / Produce Music CD’s / DVD’s Perfume / Cosmetics Pet Supplies Shoes / Sandals / Hats Souvenirs / Gifts Sunscreen Supermarket / Deli / Bakery Swimwear Tee Shirts Toys Watches
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JOYIA-Inspirational Jewelry – 713-4JOY (4569)
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. Mon-Sat 10-5pm. Queen Cross Street www.Joyia.us
Tropical Bracelet Factory Outlet – 340-719-0672
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.
Celebrate the love!
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KING STREET My Girlfriend’s Closet
INSPIRATIONAL JEWELRY
My Girlfriend’s Closet (MGC) aims to ‘Empower Women Through Fashion’ by offering exclusive women’s apparel, footwear, and accessories and donating a percentage of sales to charities addressing women’s issues. Owned by local, Khnuma Simmonds, and situated on a historic, family-owned property off King Street, this classy boutique represents the bond that is shared between four girlfriends— “the casual bohemian” (for an island casual vibe), “the classy professional” (for the business woman on the go), “the comfy athlete” (for the fashionably fit) and “the chic trendsetter” (Miss ‘fashionista’)! Discover designer lines like Julian Chang, Eva Varro, Peace Love World and more—all one of a kind! Count on MGC to celebrate your uniqueness; enter as a stranger and leave as a girlfriend! Local Art as well! Tues – Thurs, Noon – 4 pm, Fri and Sat, 11:30 am – 5:30 pm. www.mgcstx.com
MY GIRLFRIEND’S CLOSET Empowering Women Through Fashion!
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KING STREET ...Cont. 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 size; accessories to mix and match! Island Tribe
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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$$!
Snakeskin by Belle Etoile. Hand-painted Italian enamels with White Stones set into Rhodium plated, nickel allergy free, 925 Sterling silver. Baci Duty Free
Purple Papaya for the largest selection of ladies & men’s swinwear! Purple Papaya
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STRAND STREET 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
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Crucian Gold Jewelry
The colors of the desert are reflected in this Snakeskin Desert Bangle by Belle Etoile. Hand-painted with Italian enamels and set in 925 Sterling silver. Baci Duty Free
The Royal Poinciana – 340-773-9892
Just a half block from the government parking lot, stop in for Caribbean-made specialties, Sunny Caribee spices, local condiments and jams, metal art, colorful pottery and hostess gifts, The Thymes Ltd. soaps, lotions, and bath gels, cook books, kitchen accessories, and unusual note cards, gourmet coffees and tea, island-design tee dresses and much more—gifts for your friends and family here or back home. This wonderful shop delights your senses!
◆ Tervis Tumbler Headquarters! ◆ Greeting Cards! ◆ ‘Diane’ Ornaments! ◆ Thymes, Ltd. Soaps & Lotions! ◆ Largest Collection of Metal Art! ◆ Unique Children’s Books & Toys! ◆ Sunny Caribbee Spices! ◆ 100% Cotton Dresses & Tops! Strand Street, Christiansted
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Nelthropp & Low – 340-773-0365
Crucian Feel Collection, hand-made and inspired by nature! Tropical Bracelet Co.
Baci Duty Free – 340-773-5040 On the corner of Queen Cross & Strand, we’re here to serve your island shopping needs. Elegant stones are set in precious metals by designers such as Vahan. Kattan, Lafonn & Colore; there’s a large assortment of handmade island hook bracelets in silver, gold & Black Titanium from The Hook Company; beautiful hand-painted enamel jewelry by Belle Etoile; amazing sterling silver jewelry from “butterfly wings’ to the Gem of the Caribbean—Larimar, or our local chaney. Consider our authentic treasure coins or South Sea Pearls for a one-of-a kind jewelry purchase. Sunglasses include Maui Jim, Oakley, Costa, Gucci, Juicy, Marc Jacobs, Polaroid & Suncloud. We have the best assort-
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Located in the heart of downtown Christiansted, Nelthropp & Low is tucked under the Danish arches at the entrance to Pan Am Pavilion. Inside you’ll find a variety of unique treasures for everyone’s tastes. Voted Best Diamonds in the VI Daily News Reader’s Poll since 2009 & Best Fine Jewelry in 2010, 2012 & 2013, they are the leader in diamond education and experience on St. Croix. Specialties include custom bridal, jewelry design, handmade island bracelets, Chaney jewelry, men’s titanium & alternative metal jewelry, charm bracelet beads, Australian opals, treasure coins, silver, watches & island-inspired designs. Owner Rob Low has been creating jewelry on St. Croix since 1978, and staff jeweler/gemologist Nicole Gariepy has been working with fine jewelry on island since 1997. www.nelthropp-low.com
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GALLOWS BAY
Small Wonder – 340-773-5551
Rare Finds – 340-713-9254
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.
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.
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
Sweet Magnolia Fashion Boutique black peplum dress modeled by Mireja Baxter. Susan Wall
If you are looking for an independent bookstore in St. Croix, Undercover Books & Gifts in Gallows Bay is it. The Bistro is located right next door, so you can enjoy a cup of coffee after browsing the shelves. Undercover has everything you need in a bookstore. You will find the latest in fiction, and non-fiction as well as a fantastic children’s section. Don’t be surprised if you run into one or two local writers while you’re there; they have a great local interest selection and provide a comprehensive representation of the local talent.
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.
Rare Finds antiques & collectibles.
Susan Wall
Undercover Books & Gifts
Sweet Magnolia
Fashion Boutique
Clothing, Shoes, & Accessories for the Stylish, Sophisticated Woman! Sizes XS - 3X
Antiques, Unique Gifts and Collectibles
Monday-Saturday, 10 am-5 pm
340-719-1288 • 1113 Strand Street
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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
Lila Linzer – 50 Years of Wonderful
Author Lila Linzer, along with her husband Morty, traveled the world for business and pleasure. Over the years they lived in a threehundred-year-old villa in Italy, a thatched cottage on an English village green, a rambling ranch house on the north shore of Long Island, and a cliff-hugging “castle-in-the-air” overlooking the Caribbean Sea. Read about her time on St. Croix where she is still a part-time resident! Find her book at the following locations: Undercover Books, The Blue Mutt, Arawak Bay Inn , UVI Book Store, Caribbean Museum Center, Divi Carina Bay Resort, Cheese & Bread, St. Croix Airport Gift Shop, Renaissance Carambola Gift Shop, The Buccaneer Gift Shop, Art @ Top Hat, The Freudian Slip, plus Amazon, Kindle, and Barnes & Noble. www.lilalinzer.com
Rustico, “Something Different” – 340-718-7257
Plaza Extra East – 340-778-6240
From Rustico’s Art Collection; unique home gifts and accessories!
LILA LINZER’S
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new book is out! “Something Different”
340-778-6240 everyday 6:30am - 11:00pm
Location Peter’s Rest, St. Croix, USVI
Princesse Plaza Bay, 5 La Grande Princesse Hours: Tuesday - Saturday, 10 am - 6 pm
“A romantic romp that plays out all over the world!”
Great Price. Right Value. With great low prices, Plaza Extra East features thousands of your favorite grocery store brands as well as foreign specialty
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
Author writes of her years on St. Croix!
“Uplifting and inspirational. The most incredible descriptions of life in faraway places.” “Lila Linzer encourages the reader to join her on her magical journey. Her vivid story-telling make you want to know more bout how this lucky couple lived and loved.” Undercover Books AND Gifts—St. Croix’s independent bookstore! Susan Wall w w w.stcroix thisweek.com
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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, Barr and Co., and Franklin’s signature scent “VOLCANO” from Aspen Bay. Franklin’s specializes in sumptuous Holiday and Home Decor. Franklin’s offers The Caribbean’s largest selection of luxury designer Kim Seybert Tabletop Decor. Cool, hip gifts and accessories from companies like Lunares 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 is proud to offer a gorgeous new line-Olivia Riegel. For Holiday, Weddings, or your special photos, Swarovski Crystal-embellished giftware is ALWAYS a tasteful choice! Franklin’s on the Waterfront
Look to Sweet Lime Furnishings for the beautiful and the unusual, like these pineapples in pops of Caribbean color.
Sweet Lime Furnishings – 340-719-6360
AN UPTOWN COFFEE SHOP
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 Worldharder. Class Our Coffee and Espresso outdoor furniture collection—the Fresh Hand-Blended Sterling • Winner "Best Coffee largest on St. Teas Croix—is elegant unfinished teak, manmade wicker over an aluminum and Espresso on St. Croix" 2011 • Ghirardelli Frappes frame or durable plastic lumber with a 20-year MONDAY - SATURDAY 10AM - 100% 5PM Fruit Smoothies • Organic Eggchairs Breakfasts warranty. Our sofas and are covered in AND ALL CRUISE SHIPFeaturing DAYS the Island's freshest Local Organic Produce washable or Sunbrella fabrics. Our woods are mahogany and other durable hardwoods. Light, Healthyteak, Wraps • Showcase Organic Salads And island life is also about fun, so you’ll also Frederik’s Award-Winning Vegan Loveburger find exotic, one-of-a-kind pieces and the work Sweet Pea's Gourmet Cheese Sandwiches of some ofGrilled St. Croix’s best-known artists. We’re also happy to special order for you. Local Ice Cream • Internet Stations • WiFi Find us open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 until Local Art4,Featured on ourand Gallery on Facebook, on theWalls web at www.sweetlimefurnishings.com.
FRANKLIN’S ON THE WATERFRONT IN DOWNTOWN FREDERIKSTED A CAribbeAn emporium • Phenomal Jewelry and Accessories • Super Chic Home Accents • Kim Seybert Couture Tabletop Designs • Scrumptious Seasonal Decor • Seda France Candles • Aspen Bay Candles • Archipelago Botanicals and Candles • Cool Dog & Cat Accessories • Franklin’s Logo Tee • Hand-Blended Sterling Teas • Gourmet Coffee and Tea Accessories • World-Class Wines
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#4 Strand Street,MONDAY - FRIDAY OPEN AT 7AM SATURDAY SUNDAY OPEN AT 8AM The&Museum Store – 340-692-2874 Frederiksted, St. Croix
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 Street, well, withFrederiksted, a focus on toysSt. andCroix books that #3 Strand both fun and educational. Remember your ThreeareDoors Down from the Pier trip to the Botanical Garden and St. Croix with a 340-719-WiFi (9434) 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
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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.
Snow & Rum Balls, Cotton Candy, Popcorn, Soft Serve Ice Cream & More!
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Ft. Christian Brew Pub – 340-713-9820 Enjoy casual boardwalk dining or up the stairs to a spectacular view of the Christiansted harbor at the Virgin Islands only micro-brewery and pub. Featured items include burgers, wings, and 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 Harbormaster Restaurant’s Grilled Lobster. Susan Wall
Barefoot Pirate Snow & Rum Ball Shack – 340-244-6599 ARRG!! Calling all Scallywags! Welcome to Barefoot Pirate Snow & Rum Cone Shack located Kings Alley off the Boardwalk near the Brew Pub. We offer New Orleans-style snow balls, rum balls, cotton candy, and popcorn. There is nothing better after a hot day at the beach, diving, snorkeling, sailing or just hanging out on the island than an ice-cold, fluffy snow cone. You can get them with or without rum and add your favorite toppings like ice cream, whip cream, condense milk, sprinkles, cookie dough and more. Add a Cruzan rum shot (s) to your snow ball—there are so many flavors to choose from. Mix them up for a ‘Cruzan Confusion.’ Tuesday – Sunday, 11 am – 6 pm, www.barefootpiratesnowballs.com 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.
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 IndoColonial 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. 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
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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
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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! 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! There’s a wellstocked 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. 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
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.
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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
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!
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Farm Fresh— Where To Find It!
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, 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
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
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5032 Anchor Way, Arawak Bldg. Suite 1, Christiansted (Across from Gallows Bay Hardware)
ARTfarm, LLC – 340-514-4873 Luca Gasperi offers quality organic fruits, vegetables, herbs & more! www.artfarmllc.com Christian “Shan” Hendricks Farmer’s Market Saturdays, 8 am – 3 pm, Christiansted Support our local growers at this revitalized VI Dept. of Agriculture market!
Extensive Wine Selection and Speciality Cheeses, Seaside Market & Deli has your holiday entertaining covered.
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, ready-made 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.
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.
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
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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. Bonbagaysailing.com
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 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 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,
Beach Side Café has a table and sunset waiting for you!
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.
Freedom City Surf Board Shop & Beach Grill – 340-713-5159 Eat and drink right on Frederiksted Beach on St. Croix’s West End! Freedom City Beach Bar & Grill Starter Apps include Chicken Wings, Nachos or Baleadas then move on to Nikki’s Famous Burgers (Angus Beef or Veggie), Sandwiches, Tacos. Wraps, and Salads. The bar serves a full drink menu of cocktails, including Painkillers & Frozen Margaritas, mixed drinks plus beer, wine, and spirits for the responsible enjoyment of those over 18. They also offer virgin frozen drinks, coconut water,
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fruit juices, sodas, and bottled water. Every night offers up a stunning West End Sunset! Serving Lunch and Dinner Daily 11 am–8 pm. For many years this spot was known as the “Sand Bar.” We try to uphold the legend! www.freedocitybar.blogspot.com 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! Facebook/L.D.P.West
The Pink Spot — 340-778-7465 Tapas, Spirits, and Grins! The Pink Spot, in historic Frederiksted on the West End, offers a Southern California-themed menu from Spanish Tapas to Asian-infused cooking. Enjoy a kickback atmosphere with waterfront views and Pink sunsets! Step into a trendy Comedy Club and a Caribbean paradise in The Pink Spot Courtyard— an intoxicating setting for those looking to enjoy the breeze and feel like they’ve found their beat again. Checkout Friday Night LUAUs, Sunday Brunch and Caribbean Pig Roast and Monday Night Dinner and a Movie followed by Football on the Big Screen. Monday - Friday 11am – 5pm join us for lunch with signature sandwiches and soups in the courtyard. Entertainment every Friday and Monday 6 - 11 pm and Sunday Noon – 9 pm. www.thepinkspotstx.com.
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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!
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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, Trivia, Wednesday,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. 340-773-3333. www.culturedpelican.com
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
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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 September 8 – 23. 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
Kendrick’s at The Buccaneer Spectacular Sunsets Fine dining seating 6pm - 9:30 pm Lounge menu seating 5pm - 9:30pm Live Entertainment Wine Spectator Award Winner
The Mermaid Casual Beachfront Lunches 11:30am - Close Flat Screen TVs Beachfront Games Seasonal Dinners 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.
Easy beach side dining at The Buccaneer’s Mermaid Restaurant.
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!
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Divi Carina Bay All Inclusive Resort Where there’s fun for everyone! www.divicarina.com
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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
Green Cay Marina
Free dessert with every entree ordered before 6 pm!
340-718-9948
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Dining on St. Croix A Taste of St. Croix — NORTHSHORE 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 all our visitors. Hearty, mid-toupper-scale dishes are prepared in a family-style atmosphere. Burton Peterson, our awardwinning, 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.
Breezez’s Chicken Parmesan.
The Pickled Greek’s healthy Greek Salad with crumbled Feta. Susan Wall
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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.
Intimate Seaside Dining Spectacular Natural Setting Beautiful Sunsets
Shoreline at Chenay Bay’s Local Catch Fish Tacos with Curry Slaw and Pineapple Marmalade. Susan Wall
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!
Milk & Honey
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 La Reine Chicken Shack – Fri, 5 - 10 pm, Sat, 1 pm – 12 am, Sun, 3 pm – 12 am
GUITAR & SONG The Waves at Cane Bay’s Lobster Waffles.
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 – Thurs, 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 The Pink Spot – Sun, 12 – 9, Mon, 5 – 10 pm, 3rd Fri, 5 – 10 pm
JAZZ & BLUES Angry Nates – Wed, 6 – 9 pm Beach Side Cafe – Sat, 6:30 – 9:30 pm Blue Moon – Fri, 8 pm – 11 pm Buccaneer Terrace Lounge – Wed, Thurs, Sun, 7 - 10 pm The Galleon – Wed, 6 - 9 pm
KARAOKE Ft. Christian Brew Pub – Thurs, 8:30 – 11:30 pm Lost Dog Pub – 3rd Sat, 9 pm – 2 am
MIXED VENUE Buccaneer Terrace Lounge – Fri, 7 - 10 pm Deep End Bar & Grill – Sun, 11 am – 2 pm Divi Casino Showbar – Fri, 10 pm - 2 am, Sat, 10 pm - 2 am, Sun, 6 pm - 10 pm Ft. Christian Brew Pub – Fri, 8 pm – 10 pm, Sat, 8 pm – 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 Harbormaster Restaurant – Tues, 7-10:30 pm, Sun, 2 - 6 pm The Palms at Pelican Cove – Sun, 11 - 2 pm
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Smoothies! Nut Bar! Dried Fruits! Granola! Susan Wall
“Chris Monbelly, of Ital in Paradise, and I, Ariela Hayes, proprietor of Love & Light Books & Inspirations, teamed up to make Milk & Honey a reality for the health nuts of our community! We picked that name to honor and recognize St. Croix as the beautiful, healing island that she is. Milk, the first thing babies taste, representing the purity of life, and honey the fun and sweetness that life thrives on seemed to us to be a combination that embodies what we want to share. With a background in Energy Healing/BodyMind Counseling and a metaphysical book store under my belt, it seemed natural to me to evolve into creating opportunities for people to actively practice feeding a healthy body. Chris is a published author and a master with food which is showcased at his popular restaurant, Ital In Paradise, in Christiansted. With Milk & Honey, we’ve combined the aspects of both our businesses and are able to provide mental and physical nourishment to everyone intent on longevity, authenticity and connecting to the land. Fruits, grains, nuts and berries are man’s original diet triggering our natural rhythm to holistically co-exist with our natural environment. We offer over fifteen kinds of smoothies and thick drinks, uniquely named, combined and consciously inspired by locations and places on St.Croix. Forty different nuts, dried fruits, and powders that can be purchased alone by the ounce or added as a healthy boost to any of our smoothies or warm cereals. When available, we utilize as much local produce and products as possible. Take a seat at our inside or outside bar tables, take it to go, or call and we will be happy to get your order ready for you before you arrive! We hope that locals and visitors who stop by can find a connection and increase peace and Love in their own life by experiencing ours.”
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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. 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 Flamboyant! Yvonne Villegas learned to cook from her mother who had
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a restaurant in Puerto Rico for many years. Now its Yvonne’s turn to cook and serve these coveted family recipes. The 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!
Restaurant - Bar
Caribbean • Latin • Seafood Open Mon & Tues, 11:30 - 6pm Wed, Thurs, Fri, Sat, 11:30 - 9pm Sun, 10:30 - 8pm
El Flamboyant’s Shrimp Salad.
Susan Wall
Mid-Island, Rt. 663
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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.
Joe’s Bar & Grille’s Seafood Marinara.
Susan Wall
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-
Ace Roti Shop’s Paratha Roti with Chicken or Shrimp. Susan Wall
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 pm Serving Lunch Lunch 10-4:30 10-5:30 pm Tuesday --Saturday Wednesday Saturday
We’ve Moved! • 10Christiansted Castle Coakley 182 Richmond,
340-719-(ROTI)-7684
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Dining on St. Croix
A QUICK LOOK AT ST. CROIX RESTAURANTS & ENTERTAINMENT
Easy Dining Guide Restaurant Ace Roti Shop Angry Nates Boathouse & Seafood Emporium Avocado Pitt 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 224-6599 772-1266 772-2222 692-2583 277-7660 717-7077
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Cast Iron Pot Restaurant & Bar
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Cultured Pelican Ristorante
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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 Joe’s Bar & Grille Kendrick’s at the Buccaneer La Reine Chicken Shack Lost Dog Pub Maria’s Cantina Milk & Honey Saman Restaurant at Carambola Savant 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 Pink Spot The Waves at Cane Bay You Are Here Zion Modern Kitchen
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Healthy / Smoothies / Nuts / Dry Goods
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Attractions & Tours
TRACE YOUR ANCESTRY AT THE WHIM MUSEUM RESEARCH LIBRARY & ARCHIVE!
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. Tours.
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 – 4 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
Divi Carina Bay Casino, your best bet for Table Games! Carol Lee
Born on St. Croix, Jill has been giving tours for 39 years! Help us feed over 50 rescued animals.
Estate
WHIM MUSEUM St. Croix Landmarks Society
The Museum of St. Croix’s Culture & History Explore the sugar factory, slave quarters and great house. Current Exhibits Who Ben Sen Yoh: Crucian Musicians & Their Music Emancipation Revisted . . . and Come Live With Me Ties That Bind My Granny House Trace Your Ancestry In our Research Library & Archive Open Wednesday to Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
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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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— St. Croix
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
Bohlke International Airways, your gateway to the Caribbean and beyond! Steve Friedman
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 DECEMBER & JANUARY!
Meet Cover Artist Lucien Downes
Lucien Downes.
Lucien Downes, Jr., born and raised on St. Croix, along with two siblings, Lu-ann and Eugene, has creative parents—mother, Ann, does crafts while father, Lucien, Sr., does woodworking and string art.
“I guess I let art find Me,” he says, it was something that I liked when I was young, but it really ‘found’ me later in life and, surprisingly, turned into a full time career! Mrs. Zuhara Bilal, my 8th grade Art teacher, was my inspiration. She saw something in me that I didn’t see in myself and tried to push me to follow my art, but I didn’t until nine years ago. The sad part is that she died from breast cancer before I could share with her the direction that my life was going.
Fisher of Men.
I’m self taught with books and with the observation of the world around me as my teachers. I’ve developed several techniques, using resin, acrylic, fibers, raw pigments, plexi-glass, and sometimes found objects, that I use separately or together to create my pieces. I love painting sea scapes—the movement of clouds and ocean that is never the same from one minute to the next. I also enjoy painting abstracts with the freedom to let your mind run wild but staying disciplined enough to let my style come through. Last year, I enjoyed working with Elizabeth Keith and a group of young apprentice artists to create the Frederiksted Mural. It was my first time doing something on that scale and I found it a great experience. This past summer, I was proud to represent the Virgin Islands in the Pan American Games “Water Colour” exhibit. It was amazing to see one of my paintings blown up on a sail, showcased with some of the top artists around the world!
Goddess of Life.
Red Sunset
I want my art to grow with me, taking me all over the world knowing full well that my heart and soul will always reside on St. Croix.”
at The Caribbean Museum Center for the Arts, Top Hat Gallery, and Marjorie Robbins Gallery. See his work in a show called “Mixed Metaphors” starting January 7 at Art @Top Hat Gallery, Company Street, Christiansted.
Lucien’s work has been exhibited in Atlanta, GA at the International Airport, The Alliance Theater for the Arts, Georgia Perimeter College, Sam Flax Art & Design, and Atlanta Foundation for Public Space; on St. Croix
Lucien Downes luciendownes@hotmail.com twitter: Lucien_art www.luciendownesart.com 404-437-4759
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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 year-round exhibitions, classes, and shows for all ages. The Artistsin-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 Ted Davis Galeria – 310-860-6001 (toll free!) After almost a decade in Christiansted, D&D Studio is now online! Visit us at www.ddstudio. smugmug.com/Travel/StCroix to purchase beautiful and collectable photographs by Ted Davis. These stunning images are unique St. Croix artworks, and are great additions to your home
FRIDAY Jan 8, 2016 5-8pm WALSH METAL WORKS GALLERY
“Souvenir”
memories of the Yucatan recent mixed media works by Mark Mulherrin 340-332-2504
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ART THURSDAY, CHRISTIANSTED, DECEMBER & JANUARY! 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 Henle Studio – 340-718-0372 Celebrating our final season of 23 years, this historic loft in Christiansted showcases the paintings and prints of the late Maria Henle, the photographs, books and films of St. Croix’s premier photographer Fritz Henle, and the fine art photographs of Tina Henle. Other featured artists are Toni Lance, Larry Lipsky, Steve Rockstein, Sydney Solis, Nicolette Jelen, Cynthia Hatfield, Sacha Tebo, Therese Donarski and Lyn Voytershark. New exhibitions and events during Season. Call for appointment. MariaHenleStudio.com 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. Richard A. Schrader – 340-513-2278 Native Crucian, Richard A. Schrader, Sr. has done it again! Book 28 is here just in time for the Holidays and gift-giving! “Celebration: Salute to the Living and the Dead” is a fun book of photographs, many taken by Schrader himself. Elders, musicians, culture bearers, fisherman, sailors, farmers, and shopkeepers line the pages in wonderful memory-lane style! A great gift and keepsake of Crucian history and social changes over the years. “Celebration…” is available in hardcover for $30. at these stores—Blue Mutt, Caribbean Museum Center for the Arts, Nanos Gift Shop, Sage Books and Gifts, St. George
Village Botanical Garden Museum Store, Art at Top Hat, Undercover Books and Gifts, and the Whim Museum Store. Mr. Schrader will be at Staving Artist Day and Chritmas Spoken Here! Walsh Metal Works Gallery–340-332-2504 Save the evening of FRIDAY January 8th, 2016 to meet returning artist MARK MULHERRIN and experience his new work at an opening reception at Walsh Metal Works Gallery from 5 to 8pm. Mark created unforgettable art during the years he lived on St. Croix. His unique style and imaginative explorations have never stopped and this exhibit, titled “Souvenir” explores memories from his recent trips to the Yucatan. The show continues Monday to Saturday 10am to 4pm throughout the month. The Gallery exhibits work from various artists who are part of the Caribbean and is located inside a large warehouse in Peter’s Rest. It is the home of Walsh Metal Works, a specialty metal fabrication shop, as well as the studio of sculptor, painter and designer Mike Walsh. Facebook
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See St. Croix’s elders, musicians, culture bearers, fisherman, sailors, farmers, and shopkeepers! Informative & Entertaining!
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FINE ART , ANTIQUES JEWELRY AND COLLECTIBLES
Celebrating Our Final Season
Maria Henle • Fritz Henle • Tina Henle & other artists #55 Company St., Christiansted mariahenlestudio.com • 340-718-0372
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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
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.
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
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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
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‘ Where Beauty Meets Art’
Special Occasion Hair for: Brides Bridesmaids Destination Weddings
I recently read an article titled 6 Reasons My Husband and I Probably Won’t Make Your Event, and Why We Don’t Want You to Take it Personal…Reason number one, “We Have Kids.” Although (as a mother) I agree with many of the theories presented, I feel there is a side to this argument that is missing: the article that is begging to be written entitled “6 Reasons You and Your Husband Probably Won’t Be Invited To Our Event, and Why We Don’t Want You to Take it Personal...,” Reason number one, “YOU HAVE KIDS!” Will you allow kids to attend your wedding? There are three schools of thought on this subject. One is a resounding, “NO!”The next is “maybe” and the last is “yes” (either because they have no other choice or they actually don’t mind). Wanting to be inclusionary, my husband and I fell into the “maybe” school of thought, while planning our wedding, and got lucky in the end. Weddings are expensive and tend to be more of an adult affair. Many of our friends and younger family members were unwed and/or childless and only two family members in attendance had one child each who were the same age. Instead of terrorizing the event, they stole the show with great photo ops throughout the day! Now, as a parent, I find one of the great things about being invited to a destination wedding is that no one is offended if we can’t make it, relieved even. If we do decide to attend, our first choice would be to go sans kids, second honeymoon kind of vibe, and bore the guests with stories and photos of our children. Second choice, bring the kids, family vacation style, and get assigned to a table in ‘no mans land’ where kids run wild and parents cry. What fun! For more info, planning tips, and resources visit www.vibridalguide.com
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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).
A Special Resource of Our Danish Legacy — by Nina York
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nlike our neighbor Puerto Rico, which became United States property in 1898 resulting from the SpanishAmerican War, our little island paradise of St. Thomas, St. Croix and St. John was duly purchased in 1917 from Denmark at a cost of $25 million. For over 200 years the Danes had run what started as a very profitable enterprise of sugar cane plantations but tainted by the slavery practice it entailed. The Danish West Indies, as our islands were called, were administered with thorough documentation of all official activities.
This extensive project of digitizing so many documents reaches far beyond the capability of the regular personnel of the National Archives in Copenhagen. As a result, an appeal has gone out to the general public for assistance by volunteers in entering selected data having to do with family history. If you know of anyone familiar with Danish who would be interested in taking on such a task, the person can contact https://cs.sa.dk/
We have just received word from Denmark that a website has been established that will eventually (by March 31, 2017, the centennial of the transfer to the U.S.) have available for viewing and research purposes all the 5 million records dealing with the Danish West Indies that are stored in the Danish National Archives. The website already holds a great deal of information that would be of interest to not just historians but the general public. www.virgin-islands-history.org is in Danish and English, and from the home page you can click on various sections on the toolbar to take you to a large assortment of interesting material, from old maps to personal biographies of West Indians. ww ww.stcroix w.stcroixthisweek.com thisweek.com w
When completed, this project will be a unique and wonderful gift to the people of the Virgin Islands from Denmark and will allow not just Virgin Islanders but the entire world to access a legacy from former days of impressive magnitude. There will be no cost involved to users, and it is hoped that many young people from our islands will want to deepen their knowledge of our history. The records are inclusive and sometimes present an ugly picture of a grim rule and inhuman treatment of the enslaved, but there will also be fascinating stories about many courageous persons who inspired their fellow men and women. Allow yourself a look at this impressive resource, and send Denmark a thank you for this generous gift.
This amusing watercolor of the Wharf in Christiansted dates from 1815. The artist, a Danish lieutenant Beenfeldt painted it from memory after returning to Denmark after having been stationed here.
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Watersports & Activities EXPLORE BUCK ISLAND REEF NATIONAL MONUMENT WITH THE PROS!
BUCK ISLAND EXCURSIONS & SUNSET SAILS 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.)
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.
Don’t miss Buck Island with Big Beard’s Adventure Tours!
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Less crowded trips! ● Private charters are our specialty!
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HOOK AND SUN FISHING CHARTERS— FUN, MEMORABLE, AND SAFE!
‘Gone Fishing’ with a Crucian! and I own the business. My primary goal is making your trip fun and memorable in a safe environment,” says Jens. I was born and raised on St. Croix. Yes! I am a ‘Crucian!’ I grew up fishing these waters and know them well. The boat is USCG equipped and I am a Certified Captain. The business is fully licensed and insured. We want to make sure you enjoy your experience, safely and reliably.”
Jens Hookanson was born on St. Croix and grew up fishing, swimming, and sailing in the waters off St. Croix. He is a certified yacht captain and world-class sailor. His 30+ years of fishing experience brings him a wealth of local knowledge, like where to catch and best times to catch to put fish in the boat! The boat is a Bluewater 2550 with twin Yamaha 150, 4-stroke engines that’s built for fishing. Equipped with a head, coolers, outriggers, and an array of top-of-the-line Shimano and Penn gear, it can accommodate a maximum of 6 people. The boat is located on the Christiansted Boardwalk next to Caribbean Sea Adventures and directly in front of the King Christian Hotel. Pickups are offered at The Buccaneer pier (guests only) and at the St. Croix Yacht Club (members and members guests only) at no additional charge. There’s also a pickup at the Frederiksted Cruise Ship Pier for those staying on the West End of the island. Conditions in Frederiksted offer great fishing and often calmer
Buck Island Charters
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waters as you’re fishing on the leeward side of the island. However, due to a 45-minute commute each way to pick you up, we do charge an additional $150.00 fee. “I have a personal interest in making your experience worth remembering. I am your Captain
Some of the services offered are Offshore Fishing Trips (Wahoo, Mahi, Tuna, Kingfish, and Marlin), Inshore Fishing Trips (Tarpon, Mackerel, Snapper, Jacks, Blue Runner, and Barracuda), Snorkeling Trips, and Combination Inshore Fishing & Snorkeling Trips. There’s a discount for locals and a special Cruise Ship Package. For more information, reservations, rates, payments, what to bring, and our Photo Gallery, check out the website below.
Captain Jens Hookanson Hook and Sun Fishing Charters 340-227-9650 • profish2121@gmail.com www.hookandsunfishingstcroix.com
Sail to Buck Island Reef National Monument on
Sailing Charters
Departing Teague Bay Teroro II & Dragonfly
9:00 am - 1:00 pm 1:30 pm - 5:30 pm 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
with Captain Carl or Captain Heinz
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Sail aboard Teroro II (42’) or Dragonfly (38’) Trimarans and experience a personalized tour of Buck Island National Monument. The National Underwater Trail is a snorkel sight second to none!
100% sail powered 6 passenger custom built 37’ trimaran
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Full-Day, Half-Day, Sunset
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● Snorkel equipment included ● Dragonfly exclusive to six guests ● Departs from Green Cay Marina “H” Dock
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PERSONALIZED SAILING
St Thomas, St John, BVI
Captains Courageous Specialty Charters Business, Personal Growth, Meditation
Llewellyn’s Charter 340-773-9027
American Sailing Association Instruction Green Cay Marina, Dock C
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Watersports & Activities TAKE THE FAMILY KAYAKING – A GREAT WAY TO SEE THINGS UP CLOSE!
Llewellyn’s Charter – 340-773-9027
Jolly Roger – 340-513-2508
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
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.
Lightheart Sailing Charters — 340-244-0240
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
Teroro II and Dragonfly – 340-718-3161
Head out with sailing legend and calypso recording artist, Llewellyn, on Charis+!
DIVE EXPERIENCE “The Name Says it All”
Grand Opening! NEW LOCATION! Celebrating 32 Years!
Buck Island Charters, with Captain Heinz and his son Carl, is one of the oldest charter boat companies sailing to Buck Island Reef National Monument. Teroro II, a 42’ trimaran, is the first commercially built boat by Gold Coast Yachts at Salt River and chartered by Captain Heinz. Carl followed his father’s passion, after sailing and competing in his youth and after helping to captain Teroro II to Buck Island for 16 years, and now has is own boat Dragonfly, a 38’ trimaran. He and his father love to share their local knowledge with the guests aboard and give them a very personalized snorkeling tour of Buck Island Reef. We are recommended by Fromer’s Tour Guide and sail from Green Cay Marina.
DIVING Dive a Wall — it drops over 13,000 feet! Dive a Reef — the largest living reef of any Caribbean island! Dive a Wreck — there are 5 within 100 yards of each other! Dive a Pier — the most phenomenal macro dive you’ll ever do! …all in one day! 1-day Intro Courses & Beach Dives get you in the water within hours of initial instruction!
Cane Bay Dive Shop – 340-718-9913
St. Croix’s First PADI 5 Star Center Owned by Michelle Pugh,Women Diver’s Hall of Fame
Christiansted Boardwalk Diver Training — Beginner to Instructor at Kings Alley PADI National Geographic Diver Course Local: 340-773-3307 Dive Equipment Retail & Rentals Toll Free: 800-235-9047 www.divexp.com Daily Boat DivesLion Fish HuntsSnorkel Trips Page 42 • December 2015 / January 2016
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 snorkeling or diving. The perfect spot for the most advanced divers. Boat, beach, wreck, night and pier dives all done daily. Try SCUBA diving any day no experience necessary! Just give us a call for one of the best times you will have on St. Croix! On a cruise ship? Just walk right across the street to our Frederiksted Store under the large red and white dive flag to set up a great day for the whole family.
Dive Experience – 340-773-3307
Get to know St. Croix’s underwater wildlife— Turtles, Eels, Sting Rays, Eagle Rays, Manta Rays, Dolphins, and even Humpback Whales with St. Croix’s Original PADI 5-Star IDC Center! Michelle
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Watersports & Activities DIVE A WALL, DIVE A REEF, DIVE A WRECK, DIVE THE PIER!
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
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.
KAYAK TOURS Bush Tribe Island Wide Eco Adventures – 340-277-2503
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 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
Dive beautiful, healthy corals at the famous Wall with Sweet Bottom Dive Center.
We are your One Stop for ecological and historical excursions! Come snorkel, hike, and kayak with us (day or night) and experience bioluminescent kayaking! Bush Tribe focuses on taking travelers of all ages off the beaten island path to learn about local vegetation, wildlife, and history. Adventurers get to see some of the most intriguing landscapes, breathtaking views, and coral reefs that St. Croix has to offer. Join us as we combine adventure, education, and culture into a relaxed and entertaining format led by experienced guides with a broad knowledge of island history and ecology. Ask about Private Events at our beautiful Salt River Palm Tree Grove. At Bush Tribe Eco Adventures we want to encourage people of all ages to get out and adventure more! www.bushtribe.com
Sweet Bottom Dive Center – 340-773-DIVE (3483) 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
SCUBA DIVING 340-772-3483
The Pier, Wrecks, Reef, Salt River Canyon, Night Dives, The Wall, and Shore Diving.
• Dive the Famous St. Croix Wall at Beautiful Davis Bay • Guided Shore Dives Daily • Full Concierge Diving Service • Discover Scuba Diving No Experience Necessary • Boat Diving, Pier Diving & Night Diving Available
Located at the Renaissance St. Croix Carambola Beach Resort & Spa (340) 773-DIVE (3483) www.sweetbottomdive.com
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Watersports & Activities
TRY THE FASTEST GROWING WATER SPORTS—STAND UP PADDLE SURFING & KITEBOARDING! Marine Park. Book a SUP Party or Full Moon Paddle. Get out of the gym and get fit through our 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!
Virgin Kayak Tours – 340-514-0062
Voted ‘Best Kayak Tour’ on St. Croix for the past eight years by the readers of the VI Daily News! Family owned and operated for 18 years, Virgin Kayak Tours offers nighttime Bioluminescent Tours, Salt River Historical Park & Ecological Preserve tours, and Custom Tours—half day, full day, or week long. They use the award-winning Hobie Mirage Pedal Kayaks, so your tour is effortless, even in windy conditions, and focus on St. Croix ecology, Pre-Columbian history, and the cultural landscape. “You’ll definitely see our passion shine through on every St. Croix kayak tour!” Located off Route #80 at Salt River Marina. jill@virginkayaktours.com virginkayaktours.com
Kitesurf/Paddlesurf St. Croix – 340-643-5824
JET SKIS
West End Water Sports – 340-277-8295
Rent Jet Skis, Kayaks, Snorkeling Gear, Umbrellas and Chairs, and Sunray Floats at West End Water Sports Located on Rainbow Beach, 1-mile north of the Frederiksted Pier. The Western waters are crystal clear and the riding area is second to none on St. Croix. Glide over the smooth clear blue water while enjoying beautiful views of the bottom of the Caribbean Sea on your own unguided jet ski or book a tour to see Hamm’s bluff lighthouse, snorkel in Butler Bay and cruise by Sandy Point. Come spend a day on Rainbow Beach for a relaxing good time, great music, volleyball and your favorite beverages and local catch of the day at Rhythm’s Beach Bar and Grill.
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Freedom City Surf & Grill – 340-277-0682
Stand Up Paddle Board Rentals
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
KITESURF PADDLESURF
Lessons • Rentals Tours • Sales
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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 halfday 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
Cool down with Hawaiin Lessons shaved ice at our beach shack SUP Safaris & store Board Sales Awesome food and specialty rum drinks Beach Chairs at our Beach Grill! & Umbrellas Surf, Skim Skateboarding Yoga & Fitness Activities Full Moon SUP Party Located on Liminʼ Beach just North of the Fʼsted Pier Board Shop • 340 227-0682 | Beach Grill • 340 713-5159 f r e e d o m c i t y s u p s t x . c o m December 2015 / January 2016 • Page 45
Watersports & Activities TRY A SUNSET SAIL ON SCHOONER ROSEWAY DURING THE HOLIDAYS!
Dolphins on the Move! Sunday, January 10th, 2016, marks the 12th year for the St. Croix Dolphins Swim Team’s Annual Sea Swim! A one-mile swim with some¬thing for everyone, this event is open to swimmers of all ages and abilities. The race begins with a leap from the Frederiksted Pier into the calm, crystal blue waters of St. Croix’s west end and finishes with a barbeque and awards at Rainbow Beach. Last year, the race included over 150 swimmers from ages 7 to 70, tri-athletes, college swim teams, the Dolphins Swim Team, members of the Puerto Rican National Team, and community members looking for some¬thing fun to do on a Sunday morning.
Make fishing fun with Hook and Sun Fishing Charters!
SPORTFISHING
Hook and Sun Fishing Charters – 340-227-9650
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
“We Make Fishing Fun!”
Captain Jens Hookanson
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The swim begins at 11:00 am with ten different age categories, includ¬ing a fin/snorkel category, and a special prize for the fastest parent/child teams. Swimmers last year took between 22 minutes and one hour to complete the event. The calm Frederiksted waters are perfect for an ocean swim but kayakers will be in the water to ensure safety. This event is the highlight of the annual college swimmers’ training trip to St. Croix (this
Pier Jump starts off the Dolphins Sea Swim! Eric Crossan
year to include Harvard, Fordham & Montclair State University), and it is one of the biggest fundraisers for the St. Croix Dolphins team. The Dolphins encourage as many people as possible to register for this wonderfully fun event. The registration fee includes a barbeque lunch, t-shirt, and “goodie bag.” Swimmers must preregister online or at the Dolphins’ office at Good Hope Country Day School. The Dolphins offer a wide variety of swim programs and all are welcome! St. Croix Dolphins • 340-719-7946 www.stcroixdolphins.org stcroixdolphins@gmail.com
Want to go Disc Golfing?
New at the Reef Golf Course, on St. Croix’s East End at Teague Bay—Disc Golf! This is a permanent new course in addition to their already beautiful 9-hole traditional golf course. Fun for all ages, this 9-Basket Course is easy to play. This is interesting, according to Wikipedia, “Disc Golf, also known Frisbee Golf, is a flying disc game as well as a precision and accuracy sport, in which individual players throw a flying disc at a target. According to Paul Ince of the Professional Disc Golf Association, ‘the object of the game is to traverse a course from beginning to end in the fewest number of throws of the disc.’ Growing in popularity every year, the game is played in about 40 countries around the world. The first known instance of anyone playing golf with a flying disc occurred in Bladworth, Saskatchewan, Canada in 1926 when some elementary school kids played a game throwing tin plates at targets such as trees and fence posts calling the game Tin Lid Golf. They played on a fairly regular basis on a disc golf course they laid out on their school grounds but the game came to an end as they got older and went their separate ways. It wasn’t until the 1970s that disc golf would be reintroduced to Canadians at the Canadian Open Frisbee Championships in Toronto.
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Take a turn at the new Reef Disc Golf Course!
Modern disc golf started in the early 1960s, when it seems to have been invented in many places and by many people independently. Students at Rice University in Houston, Texas, for example, held tournaments with trees as targets as early as 1963, and in the early 1960s, players in Pendleton King Park in Augusta, Georgia would toss Frisbees in 50-gallon barrel trash cans designated as targets.” Now the game has made its way to St. Croix at the Reef. Discs are available for rent or purchase. The course is open Monday – Sunday, 7 am - 5 pm. Enjoy panoramic views of the Caribbean and Buck Island as you play the course! The Reef Golf Course • 340-773-8844
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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.
Cane Bay - On St. Croix’s Northshore,
this is a long, sandy beach with shade and great snorkeling off the reefs near shore; relatively shallow and nice for swimming. Dive shop, kayaking, hotels, beach bars, and restaurants nearby.
Columbus Landing - The site of the 1493
landing of Columbus at Salt River. Accessed by the road to the left of Salt River Marina. Minimal facilities. Managed by the Territorial State Historic Preservation Office (DPNR), and is within the boundaries of the National Historical Park and Ecological Preserve. Great view of Salt River from the Visitor’s Center. Call for hours, 340-773-1460.
Cramer Park - Just before Pt. Udall, on
St. Croix’s East End, is a beautiful long, deep public beach with bathrooms, changing rooms, and picnic tables.
Dorsch Beach - South of Frederiksted is this
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TENNIS
We love tennis on St. Croix! Some courts are equipped for night play.
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!
Reef Beach – A nice slip-of-a-beach across the
street from the Reef Condos on the East End. With a very gradual decline, the beach is perfect for getting on and off your windsurfer or for swimming with small children. Restaurants and golf nearby.
Sandy Point - Located on St. Croix’s West End,
this spectacular beach is part of Sandy Point National Wildlife Refuge and is one the longest in the Caribbean! Park your car in the lot and take a short hike to the beach area for swimming, more hiking, and wildlife/nature photo ops. The beach is also a popular nesting site for the leatherback, hawksbill, green, and loggerhead sea turtles between April 1 and September 1 and is closed 7-days a week. Beach access is however open the rest of the year on weekends only, Saturday and Sunday, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. For info call the US Fish & Wildlife Service at 340-773-4554.
Shoy Beach - A popular local’s beach located
inside the entrance to The Buccaneer. Just tell the attendant at the guard gate to your right, that you are heading down to the beach. Parking lot at the end of the road. No facilities; some shade trees. Deep, lush sand. Great swimming.
St. Croix East End Marine Park - The USVI’s
first marine park encompasses approximately 60 square miles of coastal and marine habitats on St. Croix’s East End providing a great opportunity to experience the natural wonders of the island. Managed buy the Virgin Islands Department of Planning and Natural Resources (DPNR), a division of Coastal Zone Management. Beaches, watersports, hotels, restaurants, and the St. Croix Yacht Club within the parameters.
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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Sandy Point Beach, part of Sandy Point National Wildlife Refuge.
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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. 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. TELEPHONE SERVICE. The local area code is 340 but you need not dial it for local numbers. Phone cards are sold at many shops throughout the island. We have local Sprint and ATT stores plus Radio Shack for any forgotten cell phone accessories. POSTAL RATES. As part of the US postal system, 1st class mail is .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. 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. 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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A glassy ocean at sunrise.
Always Remember To Drive Left! Whether renting a car or crossing the street, it is vital to remember that traffic in the USVI flows from the left side of the road. St. Croix is 28 miles in length and 7 miles at the widest point with two major towns—Christiansted at the center on the north shore and Frederiksted at the west end. The Caribbean Sea which surrounds the island is always there to guide you along the roads that wind around the coast. Car rental agencies have a variety of vehicles available from sporty jeeps to roomy air-conditioned sedans, vans, and SUVs. The average price usually includes unlimited mileage but you fill the tank upon return! Both US and other driver’s licenses are recognized. The driver and front seat passenger are required by law to use seat belts and cell phone talking or texting is not allowed. Parking in Christiansted is limited and 2-hour parking on parts of Company and Queen Cross Streets is enforced. Look for the signs. There is daytime parking in the National Park Service lot near Fort Christiansvaern and a large public lot with fees just west of town on Strand and King Cross Streets. Major roads are asphalt and usually well maintained. The Melvin H. Evans Highway is the only 4-lane, divided highway running from mid-island west to within 1 mile of Frederiksted. The speed limit is 55. In other areas, the 35 mph limit applies; in town, 20 mph unless otherwise posted. Let our Attractions & Tours pages (34 & 35) and our St. Croix Road Map (54 & 55) and town maps (56-58) help you plan your island tour!
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Rejsemål St. Croix PRAKTISKE OPLYSNINGER OM US VIRGIN ISLANDS
Ankomst: Pas og visum fordres af danske besøgende. Beliggenhed. St.Croix ligger på 18 grader nord bredde og 65 grader vest længde, lidt over 1000 km fra Ækvator. Jomfruøerne er en del af Antilles økæden fra Bahama øerne ned til Trinidad. St. Croix er omgivet af det karibiske hav. Susan Wall
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. December 2015 / January 2016 • Page 49
Island Accommodations
Arawak Bay: the Inn at Salt River 340-772 1684 Buccaneer
340-712-2100
Carrington’s Inn
340-713-0508
Chenay Bay Beach Resort
340-718-2918
Classic St. Croix
340-332-2504
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 Sands Villa
972-747-7575
Discovery Grove
340-642-8322
Divi Carina Bay Beach Resort 340-773-9700 Frederiksted Hotel
340-772-0500
Holger Danske
340-773-3600
Hotel Caravelle
340-773-0687
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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Rattan Inn--enchanted, lush property!
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Island Accommodations Hotels, Guest Houses, Rental Villas, Eco Lodging
sandy beach and the view from the spacious covered wrap-around porch ! At Hotel on the Cay, step into an atmosphere of casual elegance! Located 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.
Join us for sunsets!
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!
Hotel on the Cay--your private island oasis!
Ted Davis
New! - RIGHT on the Beach! 3-4 Bedroom / 4.5 Bath - Northside!
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Transportation
now offers regular flights between
St Croix & Tortola • St Croix &Virgin Gorda • St Croix & Anegada
RENTAL CARS, TAXI
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!
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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Taxi Charges & Special Provisions ■ The charges to areas not listed in this schedule shall be arrived at by using the nearest place with a rate crossed to the next place ahead with a rate closest to the passenger’s destination. ■ A taxi driver, while on duty, shall not refuse any passenger unless the passenger is intoxicated and disorderly or in the possession of a pet (other than a seeing eye or service dog) that is not properly secured in a kennel. No charge for service dogs. Large kennel charge, $30., small kennel, $20. ■ Round-trip fares are double the oneway 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).
Website Reservations
budgetstcroix.com Airport 340.778.9636 Toll Free 888.264.8894
•Christiansted by Seaplane 340.713.9289 •Cruise Ship Frederiksted Pier at CHANT Bldg 340.778.4663
■ Signtseeing Tours—1-4 passengers, $100.00, 5+ passengers, $20. each for 3-hour tour. 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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■ Questions or Complaints—Call the VI Taxicab Division at 340-773-2226, 8 am – 5 pm, M – F.
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TAXI SERVICES
Sweeny Tours Taxi Service...340-514-7734, 514-1594 Antilles Taxi Service… 340-773-5020, 690-9585 Crucian Taxi................. 340-773-6388, 422-1856 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)
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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)
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION: VITRAN Buses serve the island with numerous routes, starting service at 5:30 am on weekdays, ending at 9:00 pm, starting later on weekends. If you are not in a hurry, you can tour the island for only $1, going between our two towns and to shopping centers (transfer at La Reine in midisland). Call 778-0898 or 773-1664. Alternate affordable ways of getting around are group taxi vans (marked Taxi) that ply many routes. Economy-minded visitors can pick up a ride from Christiansted to Frederiksted or reverse for $2.50, if they are willing to share with local riders. Departures are from the Market Square in Christiansted and Buddhoe Park in Frederiksted, but the vans can also be flagged down along the route. w w w.stcroix thisweek.com
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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. Kendrick’s at The Bucaneer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . K-1 16. La Reine Chicken Shack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . G-2 17. Saman at Renaissance Carambola . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-1 18. Shoreline at Chenay Bay. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . K-1 19. Starlite Grille at Divi Carina Bay Resort. . . . . . . . . . . N-2 20. Terrace at The Bucaneer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . K-1 21. Thali Indian Grill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-3 22. The Galleon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . K-2 23. The Palms at Pelican Cove . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-1 24. The Pickled Greek. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . J-2 25. 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 7. Walsh Metal Works Gallery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-3
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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. Kitesurf / Paddlesurf St. Croix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M-1 6. Lightheart Sailing Charters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . K-1 7. Llewellyn’s Charter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N-1 8. N2theBlue Scuba Diving. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . G-1 9. Randall “Doc” James Racetrack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F-4 10. Renaissance Carambola Golf Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-2 11. Sweet Bottom Dive. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-1 12. Teroro II & Dragonfly Day Sail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . K-1 13. The Reef Golf Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N-1 14. Virgin Kayak Tours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-1 15. West End Water Sports. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-3
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Twin Palms — Part of the Cane Bay Wall; sloping shelf starting in 30 feet. Lots of sand chutes, coral heads, snappers, lobster, Green and Hawksbill turtles and Black Durgeons can be found. 14. Davis Bay Wall — Located at the Carambola Beach Resort, this is the closest wall to shore. Sand chutes take you to the wall. Great place for turtles, sharks and even a resident seahorse in the shallows! Dive center on property to assist with this site.
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2. Budget . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F-4 3. Centerline. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-3, F-4 4. Olympic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I-2
Real Estate 1. Calabash Realtors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-1 2. Coldwell Banker St. Croix Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-4, J-1
Farms 1. ARTfarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . J-4 2. La Reine Farmers’ Market . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . G-3 3. Ridge to Reef (VISFI). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-2 4. Sejah Farm. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F-3 5. Sun Croix Foods, LLC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-3 6. Tropics Hydroponics Farm. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . G-2
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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). Wildlife Preserve Zone – Protects nesting female sea turtles using beaches in East End, Issac, Jack and Boiler Bays to lay eggs.
Other Interests 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12.
Captain Morgan Distillery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F-4 Caribbean Community Theater (CCT). . . . . . . . . . . . . . I-2 Cruzan Rum Factory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-4 Estate Whim Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-4 Gov. Juan F. Luis Hospital & Medical Center. . . . . . . H-2 Island Center for the Performing Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . H-2 Hams Bluff Lighthouse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-1 Salt River National Historic Park & Ecological Preserve. . . G-0 St. Croix Yacht Club. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N-1 St. George Village Botanical Garden . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-4 Sunny Isle Shopping Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-3 University of the Virgin Islands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F-3
Beaches
Buck Island. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M-0 Cane Bay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-1 Colombus Landing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . G-1 Cramer Park. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . O-1 Dorsch Beach. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-4 Rainbow Beach. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-3 Reef Beach. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N-1 Sandy Point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-5 Shoy Beach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . K-1 St. Croix East End Marine Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M-1 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 is NOW OPEN 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. December 2015 / January 2016 • Page 55
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Anglican Church Catholic Church Lutheran Church Moravian Church Public Library Rest Rooms National Park Service (NPS Headquarters)
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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. December 2015June / January / July 2016 2014 • Page 57
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Making a Difference in the Lives of At-Risk Island Youth With its beautiful waters, white sandy beaches, lush hills, and envy-inspiring climate, St. Croix is a veritable tropical paradise. But even this idyllic island is not problem-free—particularly when it comes to the challenges facing the youth. Many of the island’s at-risk youth live in poverty, suffer academically, lack positive role models, and don’t possess the necessary decision-making skills to succeed. “Times are different now,” said island native Resa O’Reilly, founder and president of Project Promise, a 501 (c) 3, nonprofit organization dedicated to improving Resa O’Reilly the lives of at-risk youth MRB Photo on St. Croix. “The challenges that children faced when we were growing up, don’t compare to what these children go through today.”
youth get an opportunity to experience it firsthand. The “Ticket to Ride Program” provides such an opportunity.” In 2015 more than 450 students got the opportunity to participate in the program. O’Reilly will implement Project Promise’s next major program, the Caterpillar Project, in January 2016. This comprehensive program will offer nine separate components— life coaching, mentoring, tutoring, career exploration, personal wellness, creative expression, cultural awareness, community service, and family support services—to a pilot group of twelve selected fifth-grade students. The students chosen for the pilot program will be tracked up through to the 12th grade and into college. The Caterpillar Project will initially be delivered at the Lew Muckle Elementary School during the after school hours, until Project Promise’s planned facility is renovated and ready for daily, onsite programming in fall 2017.
“We’re very excited to introduce the O’Reilly has worked with at-risk youth in Caterpillar Project; this approach will inthe Health and Human Services sector for a spire hope in the lives of these children number of years, and witnessed firsthand and provide them with the tools to sucthe challenges facing these youth. She real- Board Members & Teen Volunteers at Limpricht Park Vintage Fair cessfully change their lives and positively ized that while existing local programs can impact our community,” O’Reilly said help, they tend to be short-term and typiwhen discussing the launching of the cally only address one of the many issues program. One thing that makes the Caterat-risk youth may face. After being laid off pillar Project unique is its eight-year duraby the Virgin Islands Department of Justice tion. Participants will receive positive supin 2012, Resa did some soul-searching to port services that will have a long lasting figure out how to make a significant differimpact on their lives. ence in the lives of these kids. “I came up Getting laid off turned out to be a blesswith a concept that would be a holistic, ing in disguise for O’Reilly. She’s now lookmulti-systemic approach, a concept that ing forward to all of the exciting opportuniwould empower the whole child. I would ties to help at-risk youth on St. Croix. For incorporate several components that help her it’s been a journey of self-reflection, children succeed and tap into their full personal growth, and perseverance. “It’s potential.” Shortly thereafter, Resa got the been an amazing journey so far,” she said opportunity to purchase a building in the with a smile. From getting laid off, to purhistoric downtown Christiansted area of Future Home of Project Promise MRB Photo chasing the building, figuring out what to St. Croix. Despite being unemployed, she do with it, and starting the organization— jumped at the chance and bought the building sight unseen. Project doors have opened one after the other.” The community’s involvement Promise was born three months later. through financial support and partnerships is key in order for Project Project Promise’s first program, the Salt River Bay “Ticket to Ride Promise to keep its doors open. “Together we can change lives and imProgram” developed by O’Reilly, was implemented in January 2015. prove our community one youth at a time”, O’Reilly said. If you’d like to It’s a collaborative effort between Project Promise and the National help with the renovation of our building, or donate time or money to Park Service which gives public-school sixth-graders the opportuProject Promise’s efforts, see our contact information below. All contrinity to visit the Salt River Bay National Historical Park and learn about butions are tax deductible. its history—a history many of the island’s sixth-graders know little Project Promise • 340-244-3242 about. “It’s imperative that our students learn about our island’s hisP. O. Box 875, Christiansted VI 00821 tory,” O’Reilly said when describing why she started the Salt River Bay Program. “We have such a rich vibrant culture, it’s important that our www.projectpromisevi.com ww ww.stcroix w.stcroixthisweek.com thisweek.com w
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How to Move to St Croix, USVI Caribbean Journal, October 2, 2015 We continue our How to Move series with a look at the market in St Croix in the US Virgin Islands. Ever thought of moving to America’s Caribbean? We talked to Amy Land de Wilde, broker/owner at Coldwell Banker in St Croix, to find out how. To contact Amy, email her at amydewilde@coldwellbankervi.com. Why should I move to St Croix, USVI ? What attracts most people to consider a move to our beautiful island is the perfect year round climate, the striking crystal-clear blue waters and an escape from the faster pace of life up north. But what they discover when they get here is much, much more including a wonderful tight-knit and welcoming community, fabulous restaurants where dining is truly an event, endless water sports activities including world-class diving and fish-filled snorkeling, a deep sense of the island’s rich history and culture that is zestfully celebrated and the inclusive friendly attitudes of those who have already made the leap! Hooked yet? And can I live there? What are the residency laws, etc? If you are a U.S. citizen, then it’s a snap. You can be a Virgin Islands resident after 30 days. You will no longer be able to vote in the presidential elections, but you’ll find yourself involved in our local politics where your vote counts. Citizens of different countries will have to consult with their consulate. What are the advantages of living permanently vs. part time? If you’re lucky enough to be able to become a full-time resident, you’ll be able to continuously reap the benefits of our more relaxed lifestyle, the boundless natural island beauty, clean air and water, sense of community and much, much more. You’ll have friends with boats and be able to take advantage of activities on a regular basis that visitors wish they could do more often! And if there’s that special something that you’ve been wanting to try for years, we can pretty much guarantee one or more people here are already doing it and would be happy to show you the ropes – be it kite boarding, jewelry making, fire dancing or perhaps a more sedate activity like a thoughtful book club. Whatever your interests, island living fosters the creative nature within. And for some who are not quite ready for retirement and thinking of relocating their business here, there may be very attractive tax benefits of up to 90% federal tax abatement for 10-30 years www.usvieda.org. How much does the average home cost? There’s not an easy answer to this. The median cost of a home on St. Croix is $275,000. Prices are based on location, size, view, waterfront or not, amenities such as a pool and quality of building materials and finishes. You can count on spending at least $375,000 for a basic home with a water view and prices go up from there. How much does a beachfront condo cost? You can still purchase a beachfront condo for under $100,000 on St. Croix with prices going as high as $1,000,000. Because most are not new, you can count on doing some updating. Also, condo fees in the Virgin Islands may be higher than you’re used to because our insurance cost is high. Our property taxes are low, though!
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How much does it cost to build a home? Basic construction is at $250 per square foot, with higher quality design and materials being upwards of $350-500 per square foot. Other factors that will heavily influence building costs are the accessibility and overall slope of the building site. What are the real estate taxes like? Very low! The millage rate is 0.00377 per $100,000 in value for condos and homes and .004946 for undeveloped land. What are income taxes like? Identical to the United States, as we mirror federal tax codes to our own Virgin Island Internal Revenue Bureau. As a resident, you will be required to file here. All tax dollars owed are paid locally and stay in the Virgin Islands. Can I work here? Absolutely, if you’re a US citizen, it’s easy. And St. Croix is the perfect place to reinvent yourself and climb a new “corporate” ladder! Be a first mate on a boat, serve cold rum cocktails to thirsty patrons or if that sounds a little crazy, we also have more traditional careers as well. Find your niche! If you are not an American then you will be required to secure a resident alien status, work visa, student visa and/or temporary visa – as you would have to do in order to live and work in the United States mainland. The same federal immigration regulations that exist in the US mainland are in use in the Virgin Islands. For more information visit: Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services. What’s health care like? We have excellent physicians in a broad range of specialties and we have affordable access to air medical insurance in case of an emergency that can’t be handled here. It is advisable to check the availability of treatment options if you have special medical needs. What’s it like for kids? St. Croix is an excellent place to raise children. They make lifelong friends, our private schools are excellent and graduates get into the best U.S. universities. Children raised here feel like they all have extended families since we are so inclusive! If it takes a village to raise a child, then our island is the entire village. Can I bring my car? What’s the duty? Of course! Your ride is easily transported by any of our freighters, such as Crowley Transport, Paradise Freight, Tropical Shipping, or VI Cargo. There are several variables that affect shipping costs and shipping time. These include weight, location from which you are moving, and dimensions and make of car. There are also duty taxes depending on where your car was made and its weight. For example, a U.S. made car, which is identifiable by the vehicle ID number (VIN) starting with 145 is duty free, but Mexican and Canadian made cars are 6% and all other countries are 3.5%. There is also a road tax, which is $0.16/LB. And incredibly enough, it could take as little as 5 days to get here and cost a little over a $1,500 to get here. In this instance, size matters to your wallet and parking will be easier if you keep your ride small!
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STARS SHOPPING
ST. CROIX Sky Watch
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Our clear skies are perfect for star gazing!
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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 Winter begins on December 22nd
December 2015 Moon Phases:
January 2016 Moon Phases:
First Quarter...................18 December Full Moon.......................25 December Last Quarter.....................3 December New Moon.....................11 December
First Quarter...................... 16 January Full Moon.......................... 23 January Last Quarter........................ 2 January New Moon.......................... 9 January
December S unrise: 6:44 am December S unset: 5:46 pm
January Sunrise: January Sunset:
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s a comet passes through space, it leaves behind a cloud of gas and dust. When the Earth passes through such a cloud some of the dust burns up as it races through the air and we see many shooting stars, a meteor shower.
In the Northern Hemisphere winter begins on December 22nd the Sun will have reached its farthest position south as seen from the Earth. This marks the start of winter (Winter Solstice) in the Northern Hemisphere and the start of summer (Summer Solstice) in the Southern Hemisphere.
On the night of November 5-6th the Taurid meteor shower peaks. The light from the Moon will block out all but the brightest meteors. On the night of November 17-18th the Leonid meteor shower will produce an up to 15 meteors per hour. But, if you get up between midnight and dawn on the night of December 13-14th for the Geminids you may see over 100 meteors per.
Every year at this time people ask astronomers if they know what was the star of stars, the star which lead the Wise Men to Bethlehem at the time of the birth of Jesus? Long ago people thought of everything that they saw in the night sky as a “star”. Thus, the planets, the “fixed” stars, meteors, comets, etc. all were “stars”. So what might have been “The Star”? Meteors or shooting stars happen so quickly that if you see one, by the time you tell your friends to look, the flash will be gone. Certainly a meteor did not send the Wise Men to Bethlehem. Comets were well known, but were considered omens of bad tidings and thus a comet would not send the Wise Men in search of a great king. The fixed stars do not change from year to year, so they would not account for the search. For
In the pre-dawn sky look to the east and you’ll find up to three planets depending on the time. Jupiter, the largest of all the planets rises around 1:30 a.m. To the west of the bright Jupiter is a bright star Regulus, the heart of Leo, the Lion. Around 3:00 the red planet Mars rises and around 4:00 Venus rises. If you are up between 4:30 and dawn there will be a string of three planets visible in the east.
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time to time a star may “explode” as a nova or supernova, and for a short time may even become visible in the daytime. But, our records show no “guest star” at the time of Christ’s birth. The Wise Men followed the motions of the planets as these “wandering stars” moved against the background of fixed stars, for they believed that the motions of these wandering stars could foretell the future. With their knowledge of the motions of the heavens they could calculate that Jupiter and Saturn would pass each other three times and then be joined by Mars. But, what of Herod and his advisors, why did they not see this “star”? Most of the event would not be visible because it would happen during the day. But, the Wise Men knew that it was happening. They knew that this event would take place in Pisces, the Fish, a star group which for them was symbolic of the Hebrews. Thus some great event would take place in the land of the Hebrews and the Wise Men were off on their search. Was this meeting of the planets really “The Star”? Astronomers do not know; the final decision is yours.
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