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TABLE OF CONTENTS February/ March ‘19
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FEATURES
2019 The Caribbean Writer......................................3 Duty Free Allowance...............................................10 Club Comanche R.A W.—Now Open...................30 GET IT FRESH—Local Markets............................35 Cover Story—Artist Toni Lance.............................36 Our Danish Connection—VELKOMMEN...........38 A Special Group of Danish Friends Descends on St. Croix.............................................38 VI Bridal Guide—Bridal Psychosis?.......................39 6 Boats…Endless Escapes with Caribbean Sea Adventures......................................41 Roseway—Come On Board!..................................47 DRIVE SAFE—STAY LEFT....................................48 Island Worship........................................................49 The Discovery & Resurrection of a Lost Plantation—Estate Mt. Washington..............59 Make It a Spa Day!..................................................60 Why Make the Move?..............................................62
LEISURE
Events Calendar.........................................................4 Attractions & Tours...................................................7 Shopping.................................................................10 Easy Shopping Guide..............................................22 Dining......................................................................24 Easy Dining Guide..................................................34 Island Art.................................................................36 Island Weddings......................................................39 Watersports.............................................................40 Beaches / Golf & Tennis..........................................47 Treat Yourself...........................................................60
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ON THE COVERS
DESTINATION ST. CROIX
Helpful Info & Phone Numbers.............................48 Island Accommodations.........................................50 Easy Hotel Guide.....................................................50 Transportation........................................................52
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St. Croix Road Map...............................................54 Christiansted Map & Walking Tour....................56 Frederiksted Map & Walking Tour......................58
LIVING
Real Estate................................................................62 St. Croix Sky Watch.................................................64
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Welcome to our beautiful Virgin Islands of the United States. Our islands are unique in what they each offer and our communities are filled with people who are proud of our storied history. While visiting, I encourage you to immerse yourself in our culture and to explore the unique offerings of all four Islands that make up our paradise.
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2019 THE CARIBBEAN WRITER, VOLUME 32 “Rough Tides, Tough Times: Reflections and Transitions”
Derek Walcott
Sir Wilson Harris
Sir Vidiadhar Surajprasad Naipaul
Hot off the press, The Caribbean Writer, Volume 32 boasts insightful and exciting poetry, short-stories, personal essays, interviews and book reviews by established as well as emerging writers from the Caribbean and its diaspora; an annual refereed literary journal published by the University of the Virgin Islands each year. “The Caribbean Writer is a gem of the University that has garnered the support of each President since its existence, and I am honored to follow in that grand tradition,” said UVI President David Hall. “That support has been consistent because of the obvious and inherent worth and value of this publication, and its centrality to the mission of the University of the Virgin Islands.” Interim Dean of the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences, Kimarie Engerman, had high praises for Volume 32, stating that she is “proud of The Caribbean Writer which continues to provide a forum for a wealth of varied literary expressions in a high quality publication that is now known, read, and respected around the globe.” Volume 32 is, once again, edited by Alscess Lewis Brown, an award-winning author of young adult books and a member of the University’s adjunct faculty since 1990, teaching courses in literature, writing and the humanities. “Again, I am delighted to have the distinct privilege and honor of editing this prestigious literary journal. We are now the oldest continuously published journal in the Caribbean region. The Caribbean Writer - the living testimony of Caribbean people – is showing signs that we cannot escape the changes taking place globally and environmentally for we have literally weathered some of the toughest storms in the region and, since our inception in 1987, have never missed a publication year, ” Brown said. “Volume 32 is an imaginative and expressive review of the power, prescience and resilience of the Caribbean experience.” The editor went on to note that, as the journal went to press in 2018, the Caribbean region and, by extension, the world, was “once again pressed by the passing of giant scholars, thinkers, writers—literati of the stature that the Caribbean will not soon w w w.stcroix thisweek.com
forget. Last year (2017) in March, we lost an esteemed member of our editorial advisory board, Nobel Laureate Derek Walcott. This year in March (2018), Wilson Harris, regarded as one of the most influential writers over the last fifty years, departed this literary thoroughfare. His unconventional mystical style explored deeply the psychological journeys of his characters – and ours, the best example being lodged in his seminal novel Palace of the Peacock (1960). Paget Henry, Caribbean scholar and Brown University Chair, a personal friend of Harris, celebrates his work in this volume. Then, in August (2018), Nobel Laureate Sir Vidiadhar Surajprasad Naipaul, informally known as V.S. Naipaul, who published thirty books, both of fiction and nonfiction over some fifty years, slipped into the annals of history and, as he long envied, into Death’s release, having done his work, finished [his writing], and gone away (V.S. Naipaul, Between Father and Son: Family Letters, Charlie Rose, 01/25/2000, https://charlierose. com/ videos/26083). H. Adlai Murdoch, Tuft University professor of Francophone Studies and Director of Africana Studies, writes in this volume an insightful overview on Sir V.S. Naipaul. A number of emerging Virgin Islands authors are featured in this edition, including Semaj Johnson, Elaine Jacobs, Daisy Holder Lafond, Patricia Nelthrop-Fagan, and Clement White. We also recognize the winners of the 2018 literary prizes. Brenda Flanagan, a Trinidadian author won The Canute A. Brodhurst Prize for her short fiction “To Dance With My Brother”; Shani Isaac, a St. Croix resident and university student won The Daily News Prize for her story entitled, “Homecoming”; Mezan Ayoka of Jamaica won The David Hough Literary Prize for her poem entitled “Under the House”; Mary Duggan, a St. Croix resident won The Marvin E. Williams Literary Prize for her poem “Honey Bee”; and Kacy West, a Jamaican poet won The Cecile de Jongh Literary Prize for her work entitled “The Colour of Politics.” To maintain its high standard, Brown explains that “the local editorial board is comprised of Dr. Lomarsh Roopnarine, a professor at the Jackson State University, and professors from both UVI campuses, Dr. Vincent O. Cooper, Dr. Patricia Harkins-Pierre and Dr. Vanda Espinosa. The important work Administrative Specialist Charlene Spencer strengthens the work of The Caribbean Writer team.” The cover design features art work by the versatile and skillful Trinidadian artist Daniele Boodoo-Fortune, a longtime supporter of TCW. The Caribbean Writer 340-692-4122 – 340-692-4152 Available at Undercover Books, The Caribbean Museum Center for the Arts, UVI bookstores. Digital – www.joomag.com www.thecaribbeanwriter.org Februar y / March 2019 • Page 3
What To Do - Events FEBRUARY/MARCH 2019
Cruise Arrivals* FEBRUARY 2019
Tues, Feb 5 Wed, Feb 6 Wed, Feb 13 Tues, Feb 19 Tues, Feb 26 Wed, Feb 27
THURSDAYS, 6PM Disco Bingo Deep End Bar & Restaurant, Green Cay Reserve! (340) 718-7071, www.newdeepend.com.
Frederiksted Pier
7AM – 4PM 9AM – 6PM 8AM – 6PM 8AM – 5PM 7AM – 4PM 9AM – 6PM
Serenade/Seas Grandeur/Seas Silhouette Carnival Glory Serenade/Seas Grandeur/Seas
LAST THURSDAYS, 6PM Seaside Wine Club Seaside Market & Deli, Gallows Bay 4 wine & food pairings, free. (340) 719-9393. FRIDAYS, 5:30PM Crab Races Deep End Bar & Restaurant, Green Cay (340) 718-7071, www.newdeepend.com.
MARCH 2019 Tues, Mar 19 Wed, Mar 20 Wed, Mar 27 Sun, Mar 31
7AM – 4PM Serenade/Seas 9AM – 6PM Grandeur/Seas 8AM – 6PM Silhouette 8AM – 5PM Summit
*Check www.viport.com/Seaports/ Ship Schedule/St. Croix to confirm the most current schedule.
NOTE: Event info was at press time. Call or check websites to confirm. February 15 is the deadline for event entries for the Apr/May 2019 issue. Email info, in the format you see here, to Daisy LaFond at daisy.lafond@outlook.com.
ONGOING EVENTS CRUISE SHIP DAYS, 2-6:00 PM Caribbean Museum Center for the Arts Music, entertainment, refreshments, wifi. (340) 772-2622, www.CMCarts.org. SUNDAYS, 1-4PM “Make & Take” Bead on a Wire, Richmond Jewelry techniques with beads & crystals. (340) 718-2323, www.beadonawirestx.com. MONDAYS–SATURDAYS, 10AM-2PM Self-Guided and Guided Tours The Botanical Garden of the Virgin Islands (340) 692-2874, www.sgvbg.org. MONDAYS, 5:30PM Crab Races & Steak N’ Ale Night BREW STX, Boardwalk (340) 713-9820.
Feb 8. Jump Up for Love, Christiansted.
3RD TUESDAYS, 6PM Book Discussion Group Undercover Books & Gifts, Gallows Bay (340) 719-1567, www.undercoverbooksstcroix.com TUESDAYS & SATURDAYS, 9AM-2PM Nursery Open The Botanical Garden of the Virgin Islands (340) 692-2874, www.sgvbg.org.
FRIDAYS & SATURDAYS, 10AM-12:30PM Kids’ Painting & Jewelry Class Barbara’s Art Studio, Company Street $25. Text to reserve a spot! (340) 514-9038. SATURDAYS, 7-9 PM Music by Doc Petersen & Friends CHOP Bar & Grill, Sunny Isle (340) 778-2467, Facebook.
FEBRUARY 2019
WEDNESDAY–SATURDAY, 10AM-7PM Learn Stringing, Seed Beading, Pearl Knotting, Wire Work, Chain Maille. Bead on a Wire, Richmond (340) 718-2323. www.beadonawirestx.com.
FEBRUARY 3, 10AM-2PM Slate Knife Workshop Mount Victory Camp, Eco-Lodge Use stones to make a stone knife! $25. Bring lunch. Register at (340) 201-7983.
WEDNESDAYS, 5-9PM ‘2 for 1’ Bottles of Wine Un Amore Restaurant, 5 Corners (340) 692-2874, www.unamorestx.com.
FEBRUARY 3, 5:30PM Jazz Vespers St. Croix Reformed Church, Estate La Reine An inter-faith gathering; enjoy the talents of local artists. (340) 778-0520. www.stcroixreformed.org.
THURSDAYS, 5 -7PM ‘Yappy Hour’ for Dog Lovers & Canines Un Amore Restaurant, 5 Corners 5% of sales benefit STX Animal Welfare Center. (340) 692-9922, www.unamorestx.com.
MONDAYS, 6-8:30PM Grill Night—Live Music & Fire Dancers The Mermaid at the Buccaneer Hotel Reservations. (340) 712-2120.
THURSDAYS, 5:30PM-Close Seafood Boil Night BREW STX, Boardwalk Alex Scimeca, 7-9pm. (340) 713-9820, Facebook.
TUESDAYS, 10AM-NOON Creative Painting The Frame Up, Sion Farm With Aliza Rose; beginners welcome. (340) 778-3995, www.frameupstx.com.
THURSDAYS, 5:30-9PM Thirsty Thursday’s CHOP & Grill Restaurant, Sunny Isle Kid’s Eat Free 4-8pm; Unlimited Sounds. (340) 778-2467.
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FRIDAYS, 5:30PM Paint ’n Sip Classes w/Caribbean Themes Barbara’s Art Studio, Company Street $40. Text to reserve a spot! (340) 514-9038.
FEBRUARY 8, 6-10PM Jump Up for Love Christiansted Local bands, street vendors, Moko Jumbies, shopping and dining. Christiansted Restaurant & Retail Association. Facebook. FEBRUARY 8-9, 15-16, 22-23, 8PM FEBRUARY 17, 4PM “Guys & Dolls” Caribbean Community Theater, Golden Rock A Tony Award-winning musical. Directed by Leslie Highfield Carter and Eileen Bishop Des Jardin. The hustle and bustle of NYC and three small-time gamblers. (340) 778-1983, (340) 718-4229. w w w.stcroix thisweek.com
What To Do - Events SAVE THE DATE!
FEBRUARY 8—APRIL 13 “It’s a Matter of Birds” Original works by Toni Lance Caribbean Museum Center for the Arts Opening reception February 8, 5:30-7:30pm; music by Jacqueline Schwab. (340-)772-2622
FEBRUARY 20, 2-8:00PM Cultural Bamboula Workshop UVI Great Hall Annual UN-designated World Social Justin Day workshops and film screenings. Register at (340)-692-4272, viccc@live.uvi.edu, www.viccc.uvi.edu.
FEBRUARY 9, 8-9:30AM Southgate Trail Walk & Bird Watch Southgate Coastal Reserve Join S.E.A. guide, Jennifer Valiulis. Free for S.E.A. members and children, $10 for non-members. (340) 773-1989. FEBRUARY 9, 5:30-9PM The ‘Love & Peace’ Dining Experience Cafe Christine, Upper Apothecary Courtyard The Women’s Coalition of St. Croix benefit for victims and survivors of violence; promoting peace through advocacy. Live entertainment, hors d’ oeuvres, open bar. $125. (340) 773-9272, events@wcstx.org. FEBRUARY 9, 10-11:00AM Heart Rocks The Frame Up, Sion Farm Create beautiful painted heart stones; a class for children and adults. (340) 778-3995. www.frameupstx.com FEBRUARY 9, 6PM “Havana Nights” Ft. Frederik 3rd Annual Silent Auction Fundraiser with Live music, Cuban cuisine, Door prize, Tickets for 2 to Cuba, and more! (340) 513-0446, www.projectpromisevi.com. FEBRUARY 9, 10:00AM-12PM Orchid Awareness & Education Class Botanical Garden’s Bodine Center Talk on Latouria-type Dendrobiums. Buy a new plant! Members free, otherwise, $10. (340) 626-6735. FEBRUARY 10, 4-6PM Jacqueline Schwab in Concert Caribbean Museum Center for the Arts Pianist heard on the soundtracks of many PBS episodes. $40. (340) 772-2622. FEBRUARY 11, 2-8:00PM Cultural Heritage Education Workshop & Technology Exhibit UVI Great Hall In harmony with Annual UN-designated International Day for Women and Girls in Science (IDWGS). Register at 340-692-4272. viccc@live.uvi.edu, www.viccc.uvi.edu. w w w.stcroix thisweek.com
FEBRUARY 21, 5-8:00PM Art Thursday Christiansted Galleries and shops show the works of local artists and jewelry makers. Stroll and sip to live music! Facebook.
Feb 8-23. “Guys & Dolls.” (Sean Bailey as Sky Masterson, Alisha Udhwani as Sarah Brown). Stephanie Schoyer
FEBRUARY 13, 4-7:00PM Self-Love, Healing, & History ArtWorks UVI, VICCC Conference Suite In harmony with Annual Observances of African American/Black History Month. Heritage Education & Arts Legacy (HEAL) Bamboula Gathering. Register at 340-692-4272, viccc@live. uvi.edu, www.viccc.uvi.edu. FEBRUARY 14, 5:30PM NPS Lecture Series Danish West India & Guinea Company Warehouse Monthly lectures discuss current research at St. Croix’s 3 National Parks. (340) 277-9642. FEBRUARY 15, 6-9PM Sunset Jazz Buddhoe Park, Frederiksted Bring a blanket or beach chair and catch the cool sounds of local and international musicians. Food and drinks available. Free. FEBRUARY 16-18, 9AM- 6PM Agrifest 2019 Agricultural Fairgrounds, Lower Love 47th Annual Agriculture and Food Fair— Agriculture: “Still Growing in 2019.” Livestock, local produce, plants, local foods & drinks, vendors galore. Biggest Ag Fair in the Caribbean! (340) 778-0997x228, www.viagrifest.org. FEBRUARY 16-18, 9AM-6PM Children’s Museum of St. Croix Agrifest 2019 Visit our Pop-up Tent! Free books, toys, activities, games for children of all ages.
FEBRUARY 21, 5-8:00PM Art Thursday Henle Gallery, Christiansted “Images from India—a Pilgrimage” Recent Tina Henle photographs and works by Fritz Henle, Maria Henle, Jack Anglin and others. (340) 277-2811, www.henlegallery.com. FEBRUARY 22, 5:30-7:30PM Jazz in the Park Ft. Christianvaern Bandstand
December thru February 2018–2019 ScheDule CaliCo Cat Company
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A Musical Book by Abe Burrows & Jo Swerling Music & Lyrics by Frank Loesser February 8-9, 15-16, 22-23, 2019 Sunday Matinee: February 17 at 4 PM
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What To Do - Events TAKE TIME FOR THESE!
Continued from previous page. Catch cool sounds to the backdrop of Christiansted harbor! Bring chairs, blankets, coolers & friends. Presented by Community Music. Free!
McRae. Chronicles the strength and determination of women considered expendable in their day. (340) 778-1983 or (340) 718-4229. www.cct.vi
FEBRUARY 23-24, 9AM-5PM “The Magic of Orchids” Show The Botanical Garden of the Virgin Islands 48th Annual Show & Plant Sale. Hundreds of orchid displays! Raffles! (340) 514-5349.
MARCH 16, 10-00AM-NOON Orchid Awareness & Education Group Botanical Garden’s Bodine Center Orchid Clay Pot Workshop with Sara Hayes. Members free, otherwise $10. (340) 626-6735.
FEBRUARY 23 Shoreline Hike, Great Pond to Robin Bay St. Croix Hiking Association Time and meeting place posted one week prior on website. (340) 277-0508, www.st.croixhiking.org.
MARCH 16, 11AM St. Patrick’s Day Parade Downtown Christiansted The 50th Annual paints the town green! www.stpatricksdayparadestcroixvi.com
FEBRUARY 23, 10:00AM-NOON Mixed Media Collage The Frame Up, Sion Farm Create a unique piece of art on canvas! (340) 778-3995, www.frameupstx.com. FEBRUARY 23, 9-10:30AM Intro to GeoCaching Southgate Coastal Reserve A modern-day treasure hunt! Bring a GPS unit or we have some to loan. Free for S.E.A. members, UVI students and children, otherwise, $10. (340) 773-1989, info.atsea@gmail.com.
MARCH 2019 MARCH 1, 8AM-5PM Toastmasters Leadership Conference UVI Great Hall Certified Training & Workshops in Public Speaking, Communication, and Leadership. Organizers: VICCC@UVI, St. Croix Toastmasters Club 933 & Abdul Ali Consulting. Pre-Register at (340) 692-4272 or (340) 332-1835, viccc@live.uvi. edu or alia243@hotmail.com. www.viccc.uvi.edu. MARCH 2, 8AM-8PM 2nd Annual VI Youth Conference UVI Great Hall Workshops & Training in Youth Affairs, Leadership, Financial Literacy, and CHE Technologies. Organizers: VICCC@UVI & Abdul Ali Consulting. Pre-Register at (340) 692-4272 or (340) 332-1835, viccc@live.uvi.edu or alia243@hotmail.com. www.viccc.uvi.edu. MARCH 2, NOON Mardi Croix Parade North Shore Krewe de Croix presents “Haunted Island!” Park at La Valle Lutheran Church with donation collected at Sylvie’s. Awards and After-party, Above the Page 6 • Februar y / March 2019
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Cliff, 6pm. (817) 908-3912 or (828) 447-3986, gypsyrose1962@yahoo.com. MARCH 3, 5:30PM Jazz Vespers St. Croix Reformed Church, La Reine An inter-faith gathering; enjoy the talents of local artists. (340) 778-0520, stcroixreformed.org. MARCH 9, 5:30-9:00PM The Peace Event at balter Fundraiser for the Women’s Coalition of St. Croix. Tickets $125. Specials for couple and group purchases. (340) 773-9272, events@wcstx.org. MARCH 9, 10:00AM-NOON Tie Dye and Textile Design The Frame Up, Sion Farm ‘Get your green on’ for the St. Paddy’s Day Parade! (340) 778-3995, www.frameupstx.com. MARCH 14, 5:30PM NPS Lecture Series Danish West India & Guinea Company Warehouse Monthly lectures discuss current research at St. Croix’s 3 National Parks. (340) 277-9642. MARCH 15, 6-9PM Sunset Jazz Buddhoe Park, Frederiksted Bring a blanket or beach chair and catch the cool sounds of local and international musicians. Food and drinks available. Free!
MARCH 16, 6-9PM Remembering & Commemorating Queen Mary Exhibition UVI, VICCC Conference Suite Commemorative Cultural Heritage Arts Exhibition and Video Documentary on Mary Thomas aka Queen Mary, a significant Caribbean cultural icon. Register at (340)692-4272, viccc@live.uvi.edu, www.viccc.uvi.edu. MARCH 21, 5-8PM Art Thursday Christiansted Galleries and shops show the works of artists and jewelry makers. Stroll & sip to live music. Facebook. MARCH 21, 5-8PM Art Thursday “Images from India - A Pilgrimage” Henle Gallery Recent Tina Henle photographs and works by Fritz Henle, Maria Henle, Jack Anglin and others. (340) 332-1628. www.henlegallery.com MARCH 21, 9AM Experience Spring Equinox East of Cramer Park Led by East End Marine Park Interpretive Ranger. Geologic features that support coral stands and turtles at Boiler Bay. Meet at the Beach Access. Bring sun screen, water, binoculars. (340) 718-3367, caroline.pott@dpnr.vi.gov. MARCH 23, 9-11:00AM Turtle Season Kick Off with S.E.A. Southgate Coastal Reserve Talk and beach clean-up. Bring water, sun protection. (340)773-1989, info.atsea@gmail.com.
MARCH 15-16, 22-23, 8PM MARCH 17 & 24, 4PM “These Shining Lives” Caribbean Community Theater A play by Melanie Marnich. Directed by Heather
MARCH 29, 5:30-7:30PM Jazz in the Park Ft. Christianvaern Bandstand Catch cool sounds to the backdrop of Christiansted harbor! Bring chairs, blankets, coolers & friends. Presented by Community Music. Free!
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What To Do - Attractions & Tours SOAK UP SOME CULTURE!
ATTRACTIONS Caravelle Hotel Casino — 340-227-7156 Newest Slot Machines, Video Poker, Spin Wheel Games, Cash Raffles. In-town Transportation. Days and Hours, see Ad below. Christiansted Block Party Series; local and visiting legendary artists. Dates & Times, see Events Calendar. Caribbean Museum Center for the Arts — 340-772-2622. Exhibiting the arts of St. Croix and the Caribbean community. 18th Century Danish townhouse; Artist-in-Residence program. Gift Shop. Annual Calendar. Tues – Sat, 11am – 5 pm. Divi Carina Bay Casino —340-773-7529 Challenging Table Games for seasoned players and newcomers. Over 250 Slot, Video Poker, and Multi-game Machines—traditional and video reel. Ticket Play. Live entertainment. Carina Café. Estate Whim Museum – 340-772-0598 Includes Research Library and Archives, Sugar Factory and Mill, Slave Quarters, Great House. Days, Hours, and Exhibits, see Ad below.
Caribbean Museum Center for the Arts, Frederiksted.
Ft. Frederik Museum —340-772-2021 Built in the 1750s, this Historic Landmark, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Exhibiting collections of Moko Jumbie Art & Architectural Trim of Frederiksted. Open Monday – Friday, 9 am – 4 pm. See Frederiksted Walking Tour, Page 58. Government House —340-773-1404 Built for a Danish merchant in 1749, it now houses offices and a Governor’s apartment. Courtyard gardens and sweeping staircase to a 2nd-story ballroom. King Street, Christiansted. Historic Landmark. See Christiansted Walking Tour, Page 57.
Customs House, Christiansted.
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Lawaetz Family Museum - 340-220-0466. 18th Century Danish homestead. National Historic Registry. Open Wednesday and Saturday, 10 am – 3 pm. www.llgfarm.com Point Udall Millennium Monument Easternmost point in the US. A sundial marks the azimuth of the first sunrise of 2000. Roseway – 617-816-9247 National Historic Landmark Schooner. Gallows Bay, Christiansted. November – March. Sunset Sails, 4 – 6 pm. www.worldoceanschool.org.
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Open daily except Christmas 3:00 pm 9:00 am - 5:00 Museum Store: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Mon - Sat + Cruise Ship days infoatthegarden@gmail.com
Open Wed - Sat, 10 am - 3 pm & Cruiseship days, except Sundays.
Explore the sugar factory, slave quarters, and living museum Current Exhibits An African Venus on St. Croix Long Rows and Big Yards Hass, Hassman & Hass Racing A New Look at A Forgotten Life Alberta Viola Roberts Breaking the Silence: Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade My Granny House Trace Your Ancestry in our Research Library & Archives
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Attractions & Tours
PLAY MORE, EXPLORE MORE, SEE MORE! St. Croix’s National Parks —340-773-1460
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Buck Island Reef National Monument
Horseback by Sunset.
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Proclaimed a National Monument by President Kennedy in 1961. Spectacular beach, hiking and snorkeling trails. 7 miles from Christiansted. Accessible by NPS Authorized Concessioners; find them in Watersports, Pages 40-41. www.nps.gov/buis
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Established in 1952, includes Ft. Christiansvaern, Old Customs House, Danish West India & Guinea Company Warehouse & Slave Market, and Old Scale House. The Steeple Building is closed for renovations. Fort open 8:30 am – 4:30 pm daily; closed Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. Site parking; public restrooms on Church Street.
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Salt River Historical Park & Ecological Preserve —340-773-3183
Founded in 1992 in cooperation with the VI Government, the Park documents the human and natural Caribbean world of early indigenous settlements here about 4000 years ago through the 1500s. Christopher Columbus landed here in 1493. Nature preserve. Closed for major renovations after double hurricanes in 2017. New Visitor’s Center coming; exhibits moved to Ft. Christiasvaern in Christiansted.
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TOURS Aerial—Scenic, Island Hopping Cape Air 100 flights a day 800-CAPE-AIR. See ad below for Caribbean destinations. Around the Island — Sweeny’s St. Croix Safari Tours, narrated. Runs Monday, Wednesday, Friday. Departs 10 am, Christiansted Taxi Stand, King Street. (340)-773-6700, Evenings, (340)-773-9561. Christiansted — “Alexander Hamilton’s Christiansted,” Crucian Heritage & Nature Tourism (CHANT), 340-277-4834; Historic, Nina York, Danish and English, 340-332-4451. Frederiksted — Crucian Heritage & Nature Tourism (CHANT), 340-277-4834. | Guided Hikes — Crucian Heritage & Nature Tourism (CHANT), 340-277-4834, Maroon Ridge, Annaly Bay, Estate Hermitage and Parasol Mill; Mount Victory Camp, 340-201-7983, Nature and Rainforest; Bush Tribe Eco Adventures, Issac’s Bay, Green Cay Nat’l Wildlife Refuge, Tide Pools at Annaly Bay. 340-277-2503. www.bushtribe.com
We fly around you.
Crucian, Heritage & Nature Tourism
With more flights each day, find one that works for you. Easy connections in San Juan, too.
Historical Walking Tours Nature Hikes & Tours
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San Juan St. Thomas Tortola St. Croix Vieques Mayaguez
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NARRATED TOUR INCLUDES: ■ Botanical Garden ■ Drive Scenic Northshore & Columbus Landing ■ Frederiksted Lunch Stop ■ Cruzan Rum Distillery Tour runs Monday, Wednesday, Friday. Departs 10AM, Downtown Christiansted, from Taxi Stand, King Street, opposite Government House. Returns 3:45PM.
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What To Do Horseback — Beach, Rainforest, Ruins. Cruzan Cowgirls, 907-841-1990. Ridge to Reef Farm—Certified Organic. Tours and farm stays in camp-style eco lodging. Workshops in permaculture, agroforestry, and living skills. 340-220-0466, ridge2reef.org Rum Distilleries — Captain Morgan Visitor Center, Monday – Friday, 9 am – 5 pm. Gift Shop, 340-713-5654; Cruzan Rum Distillery, Visitors Pavilion, Store. Monday – Friday, 8 am – 5 pm, 340-692-2280. The Botanical Garden of the Virgin Islands, established in 1972. Sixteen acres, 1500 native and exotic species. Restored buildings and ruins of a 19th century Danish sugar cane plantation. Open daily, 9 am – 5 pm, except Christmas. Museum Store. 340-692-2874. VI Food Tours—Three-hour guided food tasting and cultural walking tour, 866-498-3684. See Ad below for details.
Virgin Islands Food Tours Transforms Visitors into Locals in One Afternoon! Taste firsthand why St. Croix is considered a Premier Culinary Destination!
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Duty-Free Shopping SNEAK IN A FEW SHOPS!
$1600.00
COMPANY STREET Asha World Designs - 340-778-2742
DUTY-FREE
Climb the steps next to Common Cents Pub and you will find the marvelous ASHA shop. British owner Sarajane sells eclectic world adornments and attire gleaned from her extensive global travels. Her signature clothing line is hand made with pride in India, Thailand, and Bali using hand-block printed, handloomed natural fabrics with globally-sourced fabulous prints. To compliment the ASHA collection, you will find a treasure trove of unique jewelry designs, accessories, gifts, textiles, and homewares. This season also brings Björg, The Handloom, The Beach People, Mungo, Bl-nk, Bird+Knoll, Star Mela, Spiritual Gangster, an extensive collection of Desigual, new capsule clothing lines from emerging indie designers and much, much more. www.ashaworlddesigns.com
ALLOWANCE! For US citizens, this is
DOUBLE the $800.00 limit from other islands! Customs and Border Protection (CBP) will allow visitors to the USVI to enter the US with up to $1600.00 per person of duty-free purchases.
Cueros Leather Goods- 340-773-5241 Let the pleasant smell of leather guide you to this wonderful shop on Company Street in historic Christiansted where you’ll find a variety of men’s and women’s leather goods from Colombia and Italy—art pieces beautifully handmade with delicate designs and highquality materials. As the only leather store on St. Croix, we carry exclusive labels like LAND from Colombia and, for the non-leather lovers, we have the DESIGUAL line of bags made in Spain, with unique designs and versatile uses. Also original “mochila” bags made by Colombian Wayu Indians. Choose from bags, backpacks, briefcases, carry-ons, jackets, wallets, belts, and more; something for you, your family, or friends. Stop by to browse, and try one of our Colombian toasted, chocolatecovered coffee bean treats! Open Monday Saturday, 10 am - 5 pm.
Caribbean Inspiration at ib designs. Nicole Canegata
EBBE’S STORE – 340-773-3020
Approaching their 50thAnniversary, opened by her parents in 1969, Vivian Ebbesen-Fludd swings open the shutters of EBBE’S STORE five days a week to welcome you in. The early-style, open-air storefront still remains today and inside you will find “a little bit of this, a little bit of that, a little bit of this and that.” Madras fabric in dozens of patterns, school plaids and solids, clear and printed plastic table coverings, craft and notion supplies, infant and children’s clothing, men’s and women’s accessories, local books, towels, fans, beautiful ribbon and lace, and gifts, just to name a few! Located on the corner of King Cross and Company Street, open Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri, and Sat, 11:30am – 5:30pm. Closed Wed and Sun. Facebook.
JOINT DECLARATION
This is a Customs Declaration that can be made by family members who live in the same household and return to the United States together. These travelers can combine their purchases to take advantage of a combined flat duty rate, no matter which family member owns a given item. The combined value of merchandise subject to a Flat Duty Rate for a family of four traveling together would be $4,000. Purchase totals must be rounded to the nearest dollar amount.
ALCOHOL
If you are at least 21 years old, you may also take up to five liters of alcohol duty-free as part of your $1,600 exemption, as long as at least four liters were purchased in the USVI, and at least one of them is a product of the USVI, like Cruzan Rum. Liquor boxes are free to check aboard your return flight.
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“A Little Bit of This, A Little Bit of That” Diego Conde
Returning resident travelers may import tobacco products only in quantities not exceeding the amounts specified in the personal exemptions for which the traveler qualifies. See below for up-to-date specifics on Customs Duty information concerning Rates, Duty-Free Shop articles, and Mailing and Shipping Goods.
LEARN MORE
US Customs & Border Protection www.cbp.gov • (877) 287-8667
4 King Cross Street Christiansted - 340-773-3020 EbbesStoreInfo@gmail.com
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Eden South – 340-713-1003
ib designs – 773-4322 (say “eye-bee”)
From the Gecko Boutique – 340-778-9433
The Shoe Bar – 340-713-1445
Located at historic #3 Company Street, Eden South is an unexpected oasis of divine and authentic Crucian treats. Come in to see our contemporary line of preserves and syrups from old-time recipes, books by local authors, colorful rainforest and recipe t-shirts and sample our famous Jack’s Bay Pepper Sauce—also available as a personal-sized bottle for easy carry-on when travelling. Our product line is made only from in-season, locally sourced fruit and is prepared in small batches for consistent quality. We are dedicated to bringing you the best time-honored traditions of St. Croix, conveniently packaged to help you enjoy and express Crucian culture, wherever you may be. www.edensouth.com
Stylish and fun “Island Lifestyle Apparel,” jewelry, apothecary items, and accessories for every day Caribbean casual, island professional and special events. Experience superior fashion at wallet-friendly prices for women and men at From the Gecko Boutique. Stop by our shop to browse colorful selections including breathable, organic fabrics, apparel from exclusive designers and fair-trade partners. Looking for a wardrobe upgrade or gift for someone special? – let us help. Our experienced style consultants will ensure you find what you’re looking for and leave with a smile. Shop in-store for full selection or purchase select items on-line with worldwide mailing or free in-store pick up. Home of the exclusive “HOME” collection...Stylishly serving St Croix since 1991! www.fromthegecko.com. Follow us on Facebook & Instagram.
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 25 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. 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. Voted 2017 Best Handmade Jewelry of the Virgin Islands. Find us on Facebook. www.islandboydesigns.com.
RING MASTER—Indian spinning rings. Asha World Designs
Located at 55 Company Street, The Shoe Bar is St. Croix’s premier shoe boutique, carrying styles for both men and women. 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,
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Duty-Free Shopping LOCAL, HANDMADE JEWELRY A MUST! COMPANY STREET...cont 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.
Sonya, Ltd. – 340-778-8605
Hook up with the Original- Sonya’s St. Croix Hook. Located at #1 Company Street since 1964, an introduction to the hand-wrought jewelry at Sonya’s begins with the pleasantly inexpensive hook bracelet which is often imitated, never duplicated. Our designs include: hurricanes, hearts, flowers, sea life, breast cancer awareness, and so much more. All creations are crafted in sterling silver, 14 & 18 karat gold—bracelets, rings, earrings, and pendants. Our loyal customers continue to vote our jewelry #1 in the Virgin Islands. Visit us at www.sonyaltd.com Toll-free: 877-766-9284. LOVE YOU—SS.14K Hugs and Kisses Sonya, Ltd. bracelet.
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Panache Jewelers – 340-719-6624
With over 20 years of fine jewelry experience, Kevin Banani established Panache Jewelers in 2009 to meet the needs of the St Croix customer—fine jewelry inspired by romance, passion, and the beauty of the Virgin Islands. Your Authorized Dealer for Bulova, Seiko, and Michael Kors watches, Angelique de Paris bracelets, rings, & earings, Maralago Larimar, Rebecca, & Lauren G. Adams jewelry. Panache also carries a wide assortment of hook bracelets, & 14K gold, silver, & diamond fine jewelry. Distinctive Style. Distinctive Quality. Distinctively You. Come visit Your Ultimate Jewelry Destination on King Street, Christiansted. Open Monday – Saturday, 9:306 pm and Sundays, 11 -3 pm during Season.
PAN AM PAVILION
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,
E•den South, [eed-n south] n: The Best of St. Croix
Tastes of History Within Your Reach
■ Handcrafted Preserves & Syrups ■ Rainforest-Inspired Tees, All Ages ■ Jack’s Bay Pepper Sauce Monday - Saturday, 10 am - 4 pm Company Street, Christiansted • 340-713-1003
Top Shoe Brands ■ Men’s ■ Women’s A glass of wine while you shop.
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Duty-Free Shopping SHOPPING ON MY MIND!
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$$!
QUEEN CROSS STREET Adorn - 340-227-1343
ADORN is a new warm and welcoming brick and mortar nestled in downtown Christiansted. ADORN was born to inspire making a home happier, to delight your loved ones, and to celebrate your inner whimsies. ADORN is bringing back the ART OF GIFTING offering a curated collection of unique, fun, and memorable items including home decor, jewelry, art, gift wrap, cards, and locally made products. ADORN is honored to support independent designers and handmade artists. Many of the entrepreneurs they support
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use their business and art to contribute to causes and projects globally. Follow them on Facebook & Instagram for new items, events, and more! Open 10 am - 5 pm Monday - Saturday. www.adornstcroix.com
Baci Duty Free – 340-773-5040 On the corner of Queen Cross and Strand Street, Baci has been here to serve you for the past 23 years! See our large assortment of local hand-made island hook bracelets, Made in the USA silver, black and gold Titanium bracelets. Celebrities Favorite Vahan stacking bracelets in silver, gold, and diamonds. Enamel jewelry by Belle Etoile priced right to buy. Amazing Larimar jewelry, authentic Atocha treasure coin jewelry, South Sea Pearl necklaces. Designer sunglasses from Gucci, Marc Jacobs and many more. Polarized sport sunglasses from Costa, Oakley, Maui Jim and Salt Life. Swiss watches from Alpina, Frederick Constant, Mido, Swiss Army, Luminox. Japanese made from Bering, Citizen, Fossil and Casio. The largest walk-in cigar humidor in VI with top selling brands from Arturo Fuente, Padron, My Father, R&J, Monte Cristo, Macanudo, Cohiba. Be tempted by single malt
VACATION STYLE—Create a custom jewelry piece unique to you! Your Authorized Panache Jewelers Pandora Dealer on St. Croix.
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Duty-Free Shopping FOUND ON ST. CROIX QUEEN CROSS ST...cont scotches and rums from around the world. Open Monday – Saturday 10am - 6pm. www.bacidutyfree.com
Hotheads – 340-773-7888
This trendy shop has swimwear for all shapes and sizes including hard-to-find separates, cup sizes, long torso, and attractive styles for full-figured women. We also carry colorful sarongs, cover-ups, bags, great accessories, casual and dressy clothing, and sandals. And…the reason for the name – hats, hats, and more hats! Come see us in our new ocation 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.
JOYIA-Inspirational Jewelry – 340-713-4JOY (4569)
DAY INTO NIGHT—For 50 years, VAHAN has been creating timeless collections of women’s luxury jewelry Baci Duty Free
Artist and jeweler, Joyia Jones, invites you to visit her family-operated studio where we create handcrafted jewelry using silver, gold, and precious stones. Set your intention with our free engraving that allows you to customize your Joyia jewelry with an inspirational word, name, or date. Check out our collection of one-of-a-kind antique spoon pendants, cuffs, and
SHOW PIECE—Moko Jumbie Sterling hook bracelet at RJS Handmade Designs. Susan Wall
rings. Jump on the trend of mixing metals with our stackable rings and bangles and don’t forget to take a look at our unique square jewelry – we have square rings, bangles, and necklaces! Be inspired. Be creative. Be intentional. Check us out on Facebook and Instagram! Monday-Saturday 10am-5pm. Queen Cross Street www.joyiajewelry.com
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
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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.
STRAND STREET Crucian Gold- 340-244-2996 FEEL THE LOVE and discover how Crucian Gold’s original designs are inspired by St. Croix’s natural beauty and culture. Visit our Christiansted store where Nathan Bishop and our family of jewelers create the Island Bracelets, Chaney Collection, and a wide array of stunning original silver and gold artisan jewelry and gifts. Mon-Sat 10am5pm, FB & IG, www.cruciangold.com
RJS Handmade Designs – 340-642-3291
Expect the best from Silversmith, Rosa Asencio! For over 14 years, her unique, handmade silver jewelry has received the highest level of customer satisfaction. In addition to forging, hammering, texturizing and soldering, Rosa uses the Lost Wax Casting Method— an ancient process dating back thousands of years to ancient Egypt, Greece and Rome. Although demanding, it is still the best method for capturing exquisite detail in metal objects rewarding the artisan with an object of great individuality. Visit the store to see the complete collections of earrings, necklaces, pendants, and bracelets, inspired by the island’s beauty and culture. “Something is bound to catch your eye!” New expanded store on Strand Street, across from Josephine’s Dessert & Wine. www.rjshandmadedesigns.com; Facebook
Small Wonder – 340-773-5551
A delightful children’s store filled with a large selection of swimsuits, sunhats, sunglasses, St. Croix tee shirts, sundresses & shirts in tropical prints—cool, 100% cotton & linen clothing for boys & girls in sizes from Newborn to Pre-teen. Also find sturdy wooden educational toys, doll houses, rocking horses & train sets by Plan & Brio. Special items include sterling silver feeding spoons, ceramic piggy banks, adorable stuffed animals, dolls & doll furniture, children’s tables & chairs, baby & children’s accessories, plus year-round holiday & event costumes. Layaway & Baby Shower Registry available. Our new location is just steps from the Government Parking lot at 1110 Strand Street.
GALLOWS BAY Rare Finds – 340-713-9254 This fascinating shop is found at the gateway to Gallows Bay — turn left on East End Road at the By-Pass traffic light. Here you’ll discover an assortment of different, fun gifts and collectibles. Open Wednesday thru Saturday, they offer something old, something new, something for every taste and budget. Browse here for a memento of St. Croix. 713-9254.
Undercover Books – 340-719-1567
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. Open Mon – Fri, 9 am – 5 pm, Sat, 10 am – 4:30 pm. www.undercoverbooksstcroix.com
Rosa Asencio Silversmith
BRIGHT YOUNG THINGS—Children’s clothing and toys from around the world. Small Wonder
AROUND THE ISLAND Ashley Furniture HomeStore – 340-778-6440
Your home is a haven and a reflection of your life and we are committed to helping you achieve your dream home with something to suit every room, every taste, and every budget. We have a large selection of Home Appliances, Accessories, Area Rugs, Bedding, Bedroom, Living Room, Dining Room, Entertainment, Home Office, and Outdoor furniture. We are passonate about serving you with the highest standards of excellence with knowledgeable sales professionals, friendly and polite delivery and service visits. Up to 36 Document1 1/26/07 10:18 AM months, 0% interest financing available. United Shopping Plaza, open Monday - Saturday 9 am - 6:30 pm, Sunday, 11 am - 3 pm. www.ashley. com.vi, Facebook.
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Tropical print Sundresses & Shirts Swimsuits and Sunglasses Sunhats St. Croix Tee Shirts Sun Hats, Swimsuits & Dresses Wooden Toys 4 Company St., Christiansted 1110 Strand Street, Christiansted
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Located off Centerline Road in the courtyard at Barron Spot Village Mall, this is your source for Reggae & VI Clothing, flags, essential oils, incense, soaps, accessories, novelties, and Smoke Shop. Come in for body and burning oils, rock incense, incense sticks, and burners, air fresheners, Shea butter, Dr. Bronner’s Pure Castile Soap, Dr. Woods Black Soap, African Black Soap, natural soaps, VI bandanas, scarves, tees, and sandals, Rasta patches and hats, Bob Marley tees and towels. Open Monday - Saturday, 9 am – 8 pm, Sundays, 11 am – 4 pm. Gomez Distributors, LLC, gomezdistributorsllc@gmail.com. Facebook
Plaza Extra East – 340-778-6240
STING RAY— Alma Sea Life Collection in Sterling and Exotic Wood Inlay at Tropical Bracelet. Susan Wall
Great Price. Right Value. With great low prices, Plaza Extra East features thousands of your favorite grocery store brands as well as foreign specialty foods, bulk packaged items, a full service bakery, deli, and prime meat counter. Plaza offers a large produce section featuring fresh fruits, vegetables and herbs, including locally grown items. In
addition to a wide selection of wine and spirits, Plaza Extra East is also home to Doctors Choice Pharmacy. Conveniently located in Peter’s Rest, Plaza Extra East is your one stop, shopping destination for all your grocery, home, and personal care needs. www.plazaextraeast.com
Sweet Lime Furnishings – 340-719-6360
Want that WOW factor in your home or condo? Sweet Lime Furnishings can help you get it, with indoor furniture made from teak, mahogany and other durable hardwoods; outdoor furniture in elegant unfinished teak, manmade wicker over aluminum frames or durable plastic lumber with a 20-year warranty; comfy sofas and chairs in washable or Sunbrella fabrics; exotic, one-of-a-kind pieces and the work of some of St. Croix’s best-known artists. We’re also happy to special order. Is your property a vacation rental? With 14 years’ experience owning and running a luxury inn, our store manager, Teri, can advise you on making it stand out from all the rest and that’s money in your pocket! Tuesday - Saturday, 10am – 4 pm, www.sweetlimefurnishings.com, Facebook.
Reggae & VI Clothing, Flags, Essential Oils, Incense Soaps, Accessories, Novelties Smoke Shop Mon – Sat, 9 am – 8 pm • Sun, 11 am – 4 pm Barren Spot Village Mall
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Duty-Free Shopping THAT CERTAIN SOMETHING! AROUND THE ISLAND...cont The Frame Up – 340-778-3995
This Arts, Crafts and Frame shop has been in operation for over 33 years! From the budding art enthusiast to the professional artist, there is something for everyone here. Want to pick up a new hobby? Try beading, macrame, or wood carving—we have all the supplies for your inspired creation. We can also frame your St. Croix momentos, family keepsakes, art, prints and posters with a wide selection of frames readily available. We can also custom frame special art pieces and mirrors. We carry Larson & Juhl frames, museum glass, conservation glass and non-reflective glass to complete your picture. Check our website for weekly art classes in painting, crafting, mixed media, and jewelry. Open Monday – Friday, 10am – 6pm, Saturday, 10am – 5pm. Located mid-island at the Sion Farm Shopping Center. www.frameupstx.com OFF WE GO—Horseback riding with Cruzan Cowgirls in Crucian Gold jewelry.
The Museum Store – 340-692-2874 The Botanical Garden of the Virgin Islands Museum Store specializes in botanically themed gifts, books and local art. Offering tasteful home decor and dazzling jewelry designs matched only by the Garden itself! If you’re a cook you’ll find one of the best collection of cookbooks on the island and other kitchen items. There’s great stuff for kids as well, with a focus on toys and books that are both fun and educational. Remember your trip to the Botanical Garden and St. Croix with a memento from The Museum Store. Open Mon - Sat, 10 - 4 pm & cruise ship days.
MIX UP—Feb 23, join Kelly Cory at The Frame Up for mixed-media collage! Susan Wall
The Frame Up Arts & Crafts Center Custom Framing for Art & Mirrors Art Classes • Packing & Shipping Art Paint, Paper, Brushes, Canvas, Beads, Hemp Cord, Yarn, Crochet Thread, Candle-making Supplies, Embroidery Thread, Kids Craft Kits, Glitter, Sketch Books, Candy-making Supplies, Incense, Artist Greeting Cards & Prints, Sewing Notions, Fabric Paint & Dyes, Gift Bags, Boxes & Bows, Jewelry Kits, Feathers, Felt, Books on Drawing, Beading, Zentangle, Crochet, & Painting!
Antiques, Unique Gifts and Collectibles
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Local Art & Crafts at your fingertips—Annual “Island Art & Soul” Calendars (buy online), Books, Cloth and Carved Bowls, Greeting Cards, Home Accessories, Jewelry, Dolls, Glass, Beaded, and Shell Ornaments, Paintings, Pottery, Prints, Tee Shirts, Tiles, Wall Hangings, and Wire Sculptures. Inventory changes regularly so check us out often! Visit the new Gift Shop at Caribbean Museum Center for the Arts, housed in an 18th-century Danish townhouse on the Waterfront, Strand Street, Frederiksted. Open Thursday – Saturday, 10am – 5 pm and ‘Cruise Ship Days.’ www.cmcarts.org. Like us on Facebook!
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WOOF—Custom USVI Bottle-Opener Dog Collars, made in the USA, waterproof, no-stink backing, latch-lock metal buckle, fun, safe, strong! The Fred Boutique Gift Shop
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Shop With Fred is the trendy little gift shop associated with St. Croix’s newest hotel, The Fred. This place is small but mighty! Here you’ll find hip and quirky souvenirs that are unique to St. Croix. We promise, their T-shirts are the most comfortable you’ll find on island, absolutely perfect for a tropical environment! This is also a great place to find travel accessories and beach gear for the experienced traveler. They’re exclusive distributors of Solar Recover skin care line which includes the ever-popular, all natural Don’t Bug Me (Deet Free bug spray) that smells and feels absolutely amazing on your skin. Don’t forget Fido! Shop With Fred carries Caribbean and nautical inspired pet supplies for your four-legged companions as well.
All Things Fred
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as you are and enjoy a relaxed atmosphere, delicious food, and tasty libations. We look forward to serving you and having you become a part of our family!” Live music events weekly. Catering services available, in your home our ours! Open 6 nights for dinner from 5 - 9:30pm. Closed Wednesdays. www.balterstx.com, Facebook, Instagram.
Open 6 nights! Happy Hour 5pm!
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Café / ART GALLERY. Vegetarian Platter.
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Avocado Pitt – 340-773-9843 This boardwalk bistro cafe, adjacent to Ft. Christiansvaern, on the harbor, is a must for your stay on St. Croix—visitors return year after year! Try our signature breakfast of granola with fresh fruit and yogurt; eggs served any style. Lunch features include spicy tuna wrap, deli-style sandwiches, burgers or a lunch special that changes daily. Afternoon ‘snackers’ find ice cream, smoothies, beer, and rum. Box lunches available for your Buck Island trip, beach day, or dive adventure. Call ahead or order on the day. Voted “Best Breakfast on St Croix” multiple years by the readers of the Daily News. Open daily from 7:00 am. Facebook. balter – 340-719-5896 balter is housed in a historic Danish building on the corner of Company and Queen Cross Street. The charming interior with modern elements creates a comfortable and fun vibe. Meals are prepared with a traditional European and modern Asian feel with a heavy Caribbean influence. Our bar uses a “Farm to Glass” concept utilizing local, seasonal fruits and vegetables and has an award-winning wine list, hand selected by Sommelier/Owner Patrick Kralik. “Come
BES Craft Cocktail Lounge – 340-773-2985 Whether we source our ingredients from one of St. Croix’s local farms, forage for them in the bush or utilize our local fisherman, we create the best quality house-made liquor infusions, syrups & bitters, craft cocktails, and tapas. Our mission is to provide cocktails and culinary artistry that connect our patrons to the magic that is St. Croix. You can come relax, listen to eclectic music, engage in conversation, and munch on some Saltfish Gundy & Breadfruit Tostones while sipping on a Crucian Queen. The vibe is love and all kind hearts are welcome. Wednesday – Saturday, 5 pm – 12 am. Facebook, Instagram. BREW STX – 340-719-6339 BREWSTX is the ONLY restaurant and mocrobrewery in the VI located on the beautiful Christiansted boardwalk. The two-level waterfront venue provides spectacular views and great photo ops! The menu features house-smoked meats and cheeses, fresh fish dishes, and many veggie options including a ‘build-your-own’ salad or wrap and tempeh Reuben sandwich! Enjoy any meal with one of our HOUSE brews on tap! (Full bar available). Monday – Saturday, kitchen open 11 am – 9:30 pm, Sunday, 11 am – 9 pm. Live music on Tuesdays and Thursdays nights. Facebook. Café / ART GALLERY – 340-713-1500 Nestled in a quiet historic courtyard, Café /ART GALLERY offers fresh salads & small batch cuisine, using local ingredients when available. House-made desserts. Menu changes daily but includes signature dishes like Vegetarian Platter, Croque Monsieur or Madame, Dark Chocolate
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Flourless Torte and Coconut Pie. You might also see Salmon Spread with Mixed Greens, Artichoke, Mushroom and Chevre Quiche, Basmati Rice with Fresh Pineapple Salsa or Linguine with Portobello Mushroom Cream Sauce. Open Monday through Friday from 11:30am to 2:30pm, reservations recommended. Join us for a glass of wine, a lovely lunch and 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. Menu posted daily on Instagram and Facebook. The Courtyard - 340-773-7728 Right across the street from Government House on King Street, you’ll find the hidden oasis called The Courtyard. Known for its locally-sourced, organic cold press juices, and fresh fruit smoothies, they now offer soups, salads, sandwiches and quiche along with Vegan and gluten- free options! Sip a cup of coffee, relax, and take a peek at our latest ‘artist-ofthe-month’ works on display. Most weekends, we offer Art, Yoga, or Wine and Food Workshops; schedule on our Facebook page. Open Monday Saturday, 8 am - 6 pm; give us a call for drive-thru or pick-up service! We’re available for private parties up to 50 people. www.thecoutyardstx.com, Facebook.
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rie and cheese plates, the Tokyo Burger, Seoul Fish Tacos, and more prepared before your eyes in the bar kitchen! Come socialize! Come imbibe! Come graze multiple different plates! Come to R.A.W.! Reservations available for parties of 6 or more. (facebook, Trip advisor, Instagram, twitter).
The Mill Boardwalk Brick Oven Pizza. Mutiny Island Vodka.
Club Comanche R.A.W. – 340-643-4RAW Located in a historic, former Danish Christiansted holding jail in Club Comanche, R.A.W is poised to be St. Croix’s premier raw bar destination for boutique R.um A.nd W.ine, and other gem libations. Small plates are the feature here including overnight oysters, steamed shrimp, lobster boils, crab legs, Sashimi of the day, octopus salad, ceviche, charcute-
Josephine’s Dessert & Wine – 340-473-6570 No sweet tooth required at Josephine’s, downtown Christiansted’s chilled-out destination for crushable treats of the sugar-dusted, caramel-slathered, and fruity-with-a-crisp-dry-finish kind. The house-made desserts reign supreme, but you can grab a chair, sip a glass of cellar-temp vino, and let the vintage soundtrack (and cranked A/C) wash over you while the sugar addicts in your crew do their thing. Namely: velvety cheesecake with prosecco-softened strawberries. Death-by-chocolatestyle pot de crème. Silky banana-chocolate panna cotta topped with ripe local fruit, then hit with the business end of a blowtorch. On the off-chance you get tempted, turns out smoky añejo tequila pairs magically with any chocolate-leaning dessert ($9 each; three for $21) getting spin-doctored around and around your table’s Lazy Susan. Just saying. Tuesday – Saturday, 5 pm – 11 pm.
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Luncheria — 340-773-4247 This restaurant is an institution on St. Croix - a taste of Mexico in Christiansted for 37 years! All the locals know owner, Lenny, and Louie, bartender on Thursday and Friday evenings, making the best Margaritas - your way! Enter through the big pillars and follow the Danish brick wall up to the bar for ordering. Enjoy all your favorites, at casual tables in a terraced, outdoor courtyard Nachos, Salads, Quesadillas, Burritos, Enchiladas, Tacos and Tostadas. Enjoy “Two’fer Tuesday” with 2 Tacos for $5, and 2 Beers for $5. End then there’s “Thursday Night Tacos,” 2 Tacos for $3, dine in only. Located on Company Street in Apothecary Hall and open Monday - Saturday, 11 am - 9 pm, Thursday 11 am - 10 pm, closed Sundays. The Mill Boardwalk Bar and Brick Oven Pizza – 340-643-MILL Very simply put, exceptional harbor views, friendly service, the best Pizza on the island, and more! This open-air, waterfront pizzeria is best described with these notes—Local woodfired, custom-built brick oven; fresh dough made in-house daily. Charred and chewy crust. Cosa nostra cheese. Open kitchen.
BREW STX. Thursday Seafood Boil.
Gluten free “anti” pizza menu items. Yellowfin tuna poke. Rum cake ice cream sandwiches. Amazing sunsets. Eclectic mix of locals and visitors. Fast and friendly service. That pretty much sums it up! Walk-ins welcome, take out available. (facebook, Trip advisor Instagram, twitter)
Nauti Bar & Grille – 340-718-0544 St. Croix’s hottest smokehouse, waterfront restaurant and sports bar on island is right on Hospital Street as you head East out of Christiansted. Again this season, we are offering our Holiday Special meal packages for family and friends. Let us cater your holiday events and parties from our select catering menus in our newly opened private dining room. Make your reservations now! Serving up daily our “smoked fresh” succulent Texas barbeque, USDA Choice beef brisket, ribs, sausage, chicken, “fresh catch” seafood, and daily specials. Familyfriendly dining, great staff, live music weekly, fun games, and dancing on the moonlit patio. We look forward to serving you! Open 7 days a week with food service from noon ‘til 10pm; drinks ‘til close. www.nautibargrille.com, Facebook SHUPE’S on the Boardwalk – 340-773-3400 Looking for something affordable and quick? Look no further! Shupe’s on the Boardwalk offers casual waterfront dining, featuring fresh, hand-ground burgers, hand-cut fries, chicken wings, soft-serve ice cream, and more. All meals served in an easytravel paper bag. Of course, a full bar at your dis-
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Dining on St. Croix CHRISTIANSTED / GALLOWS BAY please everyone. This top-rated restaurant has wooed both locals and visitors with a historic setting, exceptional service, and creative dishes. The originator of build-your-own-Mac-and-Cheese, you will find a diverse menu from comfort food to exotics like sous vide beef tenderloin, saffron hollandaise and crispy poached egg! Hand-crafted cocktails from local ingredients and Specials, including the freshest seafood the local waters have to offer, are the norm. Reservations suggested; walk ins are welcome! (facebook, Trip advisor, Instagram, twitter)
Nauti Bar & Grille. BBQ Ribs.
posal as well! The best spot on the Boardwalk for burgers and beer! Open Monday – Saturday, 11 am – 11 pm, Sunday, 11 am – 10 pm. Facebook. 40 Strand Eatery - 340-692-0524 An award-winning eatery, in an eclectic urban setting in downtown Christiansted, has something to
Toast Diner – 340-692-0313 This cozy, award-winning diner near the boardwalk waterfront boasts an extremely creative menu including Venezuelan-style arepas, breakfast all-day-long, rum cake French toast, the diner burger, biscuits and gravy, the decadent Peanut Butter and Jealous Sandwich, daily specials, and more! While a full bar is available, locals and visitors depend on the BuildYour-Own-Bloody-Mary, and the best coffee on St. Croix! Come with company or come alone and make a new friend. Toast is sure to become the ritual start to your day! Walk-ins only. Phone orders welcome. (facebook, Trip advisor, Instagram, twitter)
Maria’s Cantina. Shrimp Al Ajillo.
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You Are Here Bar & Grille – 340-713-0246 A unique, fun, and upbeat restaurant, merging local and continental cuisine, You Are Here Bar & Grille is just off the boardwalk in Kings Alley and next to the Kings Alley Hotel. As a ‘Taste of St. Croix’ Award Recipient, try our 1st Place Shrimp Corndawgs and our Award-winning Mahi Fish
Great Food! Great Fun! Great Times!
Best Pizza in the Caribbean! In Kings Alley just off the Boardwalk
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Authentic Mexican Food
Best Margaritas & 9 Draft Beers on Tap!
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CHRISTIANSTED / GALLOWS BAY / FREDERIKSTED Tacos! We think we have “The Best Pizza” in the Caribbean! Open Monday – Saturday, 11 am – 11 pm; Sunday, 12 – 9 pm. Free Wi-Fi and plug-in power station. Largest World Map on island here, so you’ll always know where you are, when You Are Here! www.yahstx.com, Facebook.
We feature a variety of convenient, readymade foods including a fresh soup and salad bar, and a buffet featuring hot entrees and sides plus a large selection of fresh produce, including local selections, and a coffee & juice bar featuring your favorite coffee drinks, fresh squeezed juices and smoothies. Seaside Market & Deli – Eat Fresh. Live Smart. Facebook.
GALLOWS BAY Maria’s Cantina & Sports Bar – 340-713-0222 This Mexican Restaurant & Sports Bar (little Mexico in Gallows Bay) is owned by Chef Maria Fonrouge—actually from Mexico! They will transport you there with authentic Mexican cui- sine—something for everyone— meat lovers to vegan. Burritos and Tacos, made-to-order, are served as fast as you can say “Andale!” Special-value Kids Menu. Margaritas, Sangria, Micheladas, 9 Draft Beers, and Maria’s Signature Drinks made fresh daily. There are 14 TVs for our Sport Fans. Eat in AC or in the courtyard. Kitchen open Monday, 11 am – 9 pm, Tuesday – Saturday, 11 am – 10 pm. Follow us on Facebook for menus and daily specials.
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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.
Featuring a fun menu, delicious cocktails, nightly specials and incredible sunset views! Plus Brunch every Sunday from 11am - 3pm
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NOW OPEN IN FREDERIKSTED! X ST FEATURING GREAT BBQ AND RETAILING SELECT WINES AND BBQ & BOTTLE SHOP CRAFT BEER.
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Beach Side Café — 340-772-1205 or 340-772-1266 The Beach Side Café at Sand Castle on the Beach Hotel in Frederiksted offers fresh catch seafood specials, American and local dishes with tropicallyinspired cocktails and mocktails hand-crafted from local juices, along with our house-made desserts on the island’s best beach for fun-in-the-sun and spectacular sunsets. Open Thursday – Monday, 11 am – 8:30 pm, and our fabulous Saturday and Sunday Brunch from 10am until 3pm with dinner following from 4:30 until 8:30. Join us Tuesday and Wednesday for our outdoor grill 11am until 6:30 pm featuring burgers, hot dogs, veggie burgers, chicken and Mahi sandwiches. Visit Sand Castle on the Beach and the Beach Side
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Café for everything you’ll need to enjoy a true St. Croix experience. Ciboné – 340-719-2663 Back and even better, Cibone is an exciting, intimate dining experience. Featuring local, farmfresh ingredients and wild-caught seafood, they were an Entre award-winner in the 2017 Taste of St. Croix. Located in the charming and historic Limetree Courtyard on King Street, they are open Tuesday – Saturday for dinner, 6 – 10 pm, and on Sunday for Brunch, 10 am – 3 pm. Like us on Facebook! Louie & Nacho’s Beach Bar – 340-772-5151 Come see one of the best sunset views on the island at Louie & Nacho’s! Our fun taco menu will keep you coming back for more. Whether you try our shredded Beef Brisket and Pork Carnitas Tacos or get one of the signature tacos, like a chicken parmesan or jambalaya, you’ll enjoy every last bite. Don’t feel like a taco, then have a rice bowl or salad. The menu also features authentic Buffalo wings and delicious shrimp ceviche as well as weekly specials and a breakfast/brunch menu on Sundays. Ask us about hosting or catering your next event. On Strand Street, next to The Fred and above Turtle’s Deli, we’re open daily from 11am - 10pm. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @louieandnachos. www.louieandnachos.com Tap Deck Bar & Billiards – 340-773-5227 Tune-out and tap-in at Tap Deck, located on the waterfront, in front of the Frederiksted Pier! Enjoy draft beer, fine wines, fresh cocktails and play pool inside our air-conditioned bar and dining room. Or watch the sun set from our outdoor gallery! Tap Deck serves a late lunch and dinner including cheese and charcuterie, salads, apps, flatbreads, small bites, and daily specials. Located on the 2nd floor, entrance via the beautiful “Pier
Restaurant & Catering St. Croix’s East End, Gorgeous Buck Island View! Photo Credit: Susan Wall
Beach Side Café. Salmon platter.
69” courtyard. Open daily from 3 pm – 11 pm. Tap Deck is also the headquarters of Lyric Sails, so come in, book a sail and relax pre-and postsail! Follow us on FB @TapDeckSTX and at lyricsails.com/tapdeckstx.
SEE YOU SOON, PAULI, LORI, & JEDI
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Blue Water Terrace – 340-692-BLUE (2583) A restaurant and catering business with a fabulous view across from Buck Island! Specialties are steaks
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Restaurant: Hand-cut Steaks & Fresh Local Seafood, Lori’s Famous Fried Chicken, Crab-Stuffed Wahoo, Apple BBQ Ribs, Rack of Lamb, Fresh Lobster Dishes & our Homemade Stone-Baked Pizza! Housemade Desserts from scratch and Ice Creams! Catering: LET US CATER FOR YOU! Spend less time in the kitchen and more time with your family!
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Closed Tuesday and Wednesday Call ahead for reservations, catering parties, or to have your food ready for pick up! www.bluewaterterrace.com, Facebook.
fusions international small plates. Conch Fritters.
and seafood, ‘Lori’s Famous’ Fried Chicken, BBQ ribs, lasagna, chicken pot pie, hot and cold sandwiches, salads, and pizzas. Find local produce, wine, beer, and imported cheeses in the Market along with ice cream, a bakery and coffee bar. Open Thursday – Monday for dinner, Sundays for brunch, 10 am – 3 pm.
The Buccaneer Restaurants – 340-712-2100 Minutes east of Christiansted, The Buccaneer celebrates its 70th year; family-owned and operated for three generations! Lunch is served beachfront daily at The Mermaid and the new Beauregard’s on the Beach which will make its debut this summer. On Monday night, The Mermaid hosts its Grill Night with live music, beach games and fire dancers. The Buccaneer’s Terrace restaurant and The Martel Lounge offer additional options for dinner in the evening as well as seasonal entertainment. Menus offer fresh and wild-caught fish and shrimp, prime meats, locally-sourced salads, pastas, and vegetarian dishes. There’s an extensive wine list and each restaurant features a children’s menu. Reservations are required for dinner. Member of Historic Hotels of America; awarded “Best Sunset Bar” by Bride’s Magazine. www.thebuccaneer.com, Facebook.
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Dine Undercover, Poolside, or on the Beach! 718-7071
Club Comanche R.A.W.
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Club Comanche R.A.W. is the 4th restaurant by the folks from 40 Strand Eatery, Toast Diner, and The Mill Boardwalk and Brick Oven Pizza. R.A.W. stands for Rum And Wine and that is what you will find and more when it comes to libations at R.A.W.! Jeff Sanford and crew are mixing up specialty cocktails with craft liquors, such as the world’s first island vodka distilled from breadfruit, created right here on St. Croix, MUTINY Island Vodka, juicing up fresh local fruits as mixers, presenting boutique wines, and featuring locally made Leatherback beers on tap. Constant innovation, exceptional food pairings, and seasonally based concoctions will keep you coming back to R.A.W. for the perfect, gem libations to quench your thirst! R.A.W. also stands for raw, as in raw bar, however you will be seduced by so much more with R.A.W.’s “something for everyone”, diverse menu! Chef Dave and staff not only have your overnight oysters, snow and king crab legs, steamed shrimp, ceviche, poke, and raw fish preparations, but also are cooking up hand cut steaks, island based chowders, and fish tacos. Some of the menu items you can expect to be dazzled by are the shrimp & lobster Kraken Burger, Sous Vide Peanut Chicken, Curried Cauliflower Bowl, Sticky Rice Bowl, Mushroom Risotto, Elevated Grilled Cheese, Smoking Salmon, Crab Cakes, local Fish of the Day, Seaweed Salad, Edamame Salad, and the list goes on and on! Vegan, Vegetarian, or Gluten Free? R.A.W. has you covered! R.A.W. also features several weekly specials including: Sunday Sushi Night, Chef’s Tasting Menu, and a half off Happy Hour (1/2 off Leatherback Beers, MUTINY Island Vodka Cocktails, and Oysters on the half shell) weekdays from 5PM to 6:30 PM. R.A.W. is open Wednesday through Sunday at 5PM and will be open 6 days per week soon. R.A.W. looks forward to giving you an exceptional experience and seeing you soon! Reservations suggested. Facebook. Instagram.
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Dining on St. Croix EAST END / NORTHSHORE and visitors alike, there’s an imaginative dinner menu with nightly specials served from 6 pm, 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. The entire menu is available for takeout and we have a complete catering menu. Delivery available. MC/VISA. Reservations suggested. 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
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 35 years—voted Best Seafood on St. Croix by readers of the Daily News! Start off with drinks or your choice from the wine list. 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, 10 am – 2 pm, with Eggs Benedict, weekly specials, Mimosas or Bloody Marys. Reservations welcomed! Dinner served 6 nights a week. Closed Mondays.
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Fusions International Small Plates – 340-692-4405 Before being professionally trained in the culinary arts, our chef spent many years in the military, stationed in locations around the world. This international exposure gave him a wide-ranging culinary scope allowing for a truly unique dining experience here at Fusions. Every culture has their own name for small plates. Our “International Small Plates” have their origins from many places around the world and these small portions and handcrafted specialty items are perfect for culinary exploration or sharing a one-of-a-kind dining experience with friends. Serving dinner Wednesday – Sunday, 5 – 10pm. We’re just outside Christiansted on East End Road. www.fusionsstx.com
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Cast Iron Pot – 340-692-2477 Here lies the essence of Local Cuisine! “We strive to preserve tradition and culture while keeping a modern flare and extend our hospitality and authentic flavors to the St. Croix community and our visitors.” Hearty dishes are prepared in a family-style atmo-
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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 the legendary 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 60s 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!” Facebook.
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Deep End Bar & Grill — 340-718-7071 Tucked between Tamarind Reef Resort & Spa and Green Cay Marina sits the Deep End Bar & Grill serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner 7 days a week! Dine undercover, poolside, or on the beach all with a smashing view of Green Cay! With a great selection of tropical blender drinks and a diverse menu, there is something for everyone. Come see us for Weeknight Specials – Monday, Mango BBQ Ribs, Tuesday, Jamaican Me Crazy, Wednesday, buy 1 burger and get 1/2 price on the 2nd one, Thursday, Disco Bingo, Friday, Crab Races, Saturday, Chef ’s Choice, Sunday Jazz Brunch. Open from 7 am - 9 pm daily. www.newdeepend.com, Facebook.
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Dining on St. Croix NORTHSHORE/MID-ISLAND
El Flamboyant. “for the best Latin food on island,” Ibon, Klary, Betsy & Jossie. Susan Wall
sphere by Burton Peterson, award-winning local chef and caterer. He prepares ‘land to sea’ dishes, such as Savory Stewed Chicken, Salt Fish Gundy, Red Peas Soup, Catch-of-the-Day, Pot Fish, fresh Local Beef, Coconut Bread Pudding and homemade cakes with love and passion. On Northside Road, Estate Princesse. Open Tuesday and Wednesday,11 am - 4 pm, Thursday - Saturday, 11 am - 9 pm, BBQ Friday nights with live entertainment! EAT @ Cane Bay – 340-718-0360 EAT is a casual beachfront restaurant and bar with a spectacular view of the famous Cane Bay Beach on the Northshore! Enjoy a refreshing tropical drink munching on a variety of delicious appetizers, from local conch fritters and fresh tuna to spicy chicken wings, burgers, and tacos. Daily Happy Hour, 4 - 6 pm; open Saturdays and Sundays for breakfast, 9 am – 12 noon. Our award-winning chef offers dinner entrees like Grilled Ribeye and Mahi and in-house Smoked BBQ. Relax at sunset listening to great music from local bands four times a week. Whatever time of day, you’ll be glad you decided to Eat @ Cane Bay. Open Monday – Friday, 11 am- 9 pm and Sunday, 9 am – 9 pm. Facebook.
The Palms – 340-718-8920 Located 3 miles west of Christiansted, the natural setting of The Palms Restaurant underscores the award-winning flavors coming from the kitchen. The atmosphere can be dressed up or down; Oceanfront dining is available in our open-air pavilion. The Palms Restaurant is a favorite among locals and has very reasonable prices. Options include Steak, Wings, Seafood, Burgers, Salads and more! We are open for Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Mon-Thurs 7:30 am-10 pm, Fri & Sat 7:30 am- 11 pm, Sun 8 am-10 pm. We have nightly Chef Specials, Daily Happy Hour 4pm-6pm and Live Entertainment on Friday & Saturday nights. Call ahead for takeout orders. Reservations suggested for groups over 6. Follow us on Facebook! Un Amore, One Love – 340-692-9922 Frank and Katherine Pugliese have added another restaurant to their roster. Formerly of Bacchus and eat@canebay, Un Amore “One Love” is a combination of Frank’s ancestral roots and their combined passion for all things Italian. In the heart of 5 Corners with plenty of parking, this lively, warm and welcoming restaurant has a relaxed vibe and fabulous food. The menu is mostly Southern Italian with Neapolitan-style pizza, fresh pastas, and ricotta and mozzarella cheeses made in house. Also find some of the classics like bolognese, tiramisu, and cannolis. There’s a well-rounded wine list, and every Wednesday they feature 2 for 1 bottles of wines from the entire list. If you have a soft spot for dogs, every Thursday they have Yappy Hour on the patio where you and your four legged friends can mix & mingle, 5% of sales every Thursday go to the St. Croix Animal Welfare Center. Dine in or take out! Open Tuesday-Sunday, 5 – 9 pm.
Baci Duty Free. Best-selling Padron Cigars, handcrafted since 1964.
MID-ISLAND CHOP & Grill Restaurant – 340.778.CHOP (2467) Savor local, continental and comfort foods; breakfast, lunch and dinner is served all day in a cool, air-conditioned dining room! We’re family-friendly, locally-owned and have an awesome Crucian Breakfast on Sundays. Conveniently located mid-island in the Sunny Isle Shopping Center, we offer free wifi, free meeting space (with food order) and we can cater your special event or office breakfast or lunch. Crucian Hospitality is Our Promise (CHOP) so stop in and let us show you some love! CHOP now has a 20-foot bar with all of your favorites! Come try awesome wines or our Tamarind Tequila-rita. Kids Eat Free is back, Fridays, 4 – 8 pm. We’re open daily at 8 am. Call to place your order or to make reservations. Facebook.
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Beach Front Dining BREAKFAST * LUNCH * DINNER
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BREAKFAST • LUNCH • DINNER Steaks, Seafood Cold Drinks
Steaks • Seafood • Cold Drinks Daily Chef Specials Live Music Friday & Saturday Daily CHEF Specials LIVE MUSIC EVERY
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Hotel Rooms w/Ocean View
tues-sun 5pm - 9pm • dine in or take out!
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Special Events/Functions
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340-718-8920 ONLY AT THE PALMS 340-718-8920
Restaurant - Bar
Caribbean • Latin • Seafood
Open Mon & Tues, 11:30 - 6pm Wed, Thurs, Fri, Sat, 11:30 - 9pm Sun, 10:30 - 8pm Happy Hour! Thurs & Fri, 4:30 pm – 7 pm
Mid-Island, Rt. 663
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El Flamboyant – 340-779-3285 “People like coming here,” says owner Yvonne Villegas. “I learned to cook from my mother who had a restaurant in Puerto Rico for many years and now its my turn to cook and serve these coveted family recipes!” This colorful, family restaurant offers up a Caribbean, Latin, and Seafood menu that has been pleasing patrons for over 13 years. If you like fresh fish, lobster, conch, and shrimp, or chicken, steaks, and pork chops, you must try the way they do it at here! Happy Hour tradition on Thursday and Friday nights is to stop for a drink then take shish-kabobs home from the drive-up booth! Located between Centerline Road and the Highway on Route #663 and open Monday – Tuesday, 11:30 am – 6 pm, Wednesday – Saturday, 11:30 am – 9 pm, Sunday, 10:30 am – 8 pm. Joe’s Bar & Grille – 340-692-2020 Joe serves up some of the best Italian food on St. Croix! Think Spaghetti and Meatballs, Mussels Marinara, Fried Calamari, Grilled Salmon, Mahi, or Shrimp, and local seafood dishes. Also on the menu find crispy Chicken Wings, great Smoked Ribs, and juicy Hamburgers. Located in the Sunny Isles Shopping Center Annex, they do catering and private parties and offer dining in or Take Out. This mid-island location, with free Wi-Fi, A/C, and lots of paved parking, is a convenient place to meet up for a business lunch or before or after the movie! Next to WAPA, across from Kmart Appliance Store, and near Caribbean Cinemas. Open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday, 11 am – 9 pm. Closed on Wednesday and Sunday. Like them on Facebook and find lunch and dinner menus.
Un Amore. Spaghetti and Meatballs.
Plaza Extra West Supermarket – 340-719-1870 The biggest, full-service supermarket on St. Croix features organic, fresh local produce. Our Dairy Department is filled with a variety of fine cheeses, a large selection of meats, organic eggs, and juices. Our Meat Department is stocked with the finest cuts prepared by our Master Butcher; USDA meats, Certified Angus meats, poultry, and seafood. Pair your favorite cheeses, seafood, meat and desserts with our wines from the largest liquor selection on island. We have catering available from our full-service Deli and Bakery. Try our delicious Stone House Subs, pastries and desserts. Artisan breads, platters, and hot foods served daily. We look forward to serving you. www.plazaextrawest.com, Facebook.
SUPERSTORE
BIGGEST SUPERMARKET IN THE VIRGIN ISLANDS! 5 minutes from the Airport • Open 7 days a week Largest selection of fine wines & spirits • Fresh produce Proud supporters of our local farmers Fresh USDA meats, poultry & seafood • Pharmacy in store
BREAKFAST, LUNCH, & DINNER ALL DAY!
MEET SMITHY @ THE BAR! Traditional Crucian Breakfast on Sundays!
KIDS EAT FREE, FRIDAYS, 4-8 PM
Mon–Thurs, 8 am–5 pm • Thurs, Bar open till 9 pm Fri & Sat, 8 am – 12 midnight • Sun, 8 am – 9 pm Sunny Isle Shopping Center near First Bank
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Dining on St. Croix EVERYONE TO THE TABLE!
Easy Dining Guide Restaurant
Local area code is (340) 773-9843 719-5896 772-1266
773-2985 692-2583 719-6339 713-1500
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Location
AE, MC, V
No
Christiansted
D
MC, V
Yes
Christiansted
L, D, BR
AE, MC, V
Yes
Frederiksted
D
M, V, D
No
Christiansted
Restaurant / Market / Deli
D, BR
MC, V
Yes
East End
Sandwiches / Smoked Wings / BYO Salads
L, D
MC, V, D
No
Christiansted
Fresh / Healthy / Café-style
L
None
Yes
Christiansted
692-2477
Local / Seafood / Grill
L, D
MC, V
Yes
Northside
718-1118 778-2467
Continental
L, D, BR
MC, V
No
East End
Local / Continental / Comfort
B, L, D
MC, V
No
Mid Island
719-2663
Farm & Sea-to-Table
D, BR
MC, V
Yes
Frederiksted
Club Comanche R.A.W. Cultured Pelican Ristorante
643-4RAW
Seafood / Locally-sourced Cocktails
D
MC, V, D
Yes 6+
Christiansted
773-3333
Italian / Seafood
D
MC, V
No
East End
Deep End Bar & Grill at Tamarind Reef Resort Duggan’s Reef EAT @ Cane Bay Fusions El Flamboyant Joe’s Bar & Grille Josephine’s Dessert & Wine La Reine Chicken Shack Louie & Nachos Beach Bar Maria’s Cantina & Sports Bar Nauti Bar & Grille Seaside Market & Deli Shupe’s on the Boardwalk 40 Strand Eatery Tap Deck Bar & Billiards The Courtyard The Mermaid at the Buccaneer The Mill Boardwalk Bar & Brick Oven Pizza The Palms The Terrace at the Buccaneer Toast Diner Un Amore You Are Here Bar & Grille
718-7071 773-9800 718-0369 277-9672
Casual, Beachside Dining
B, L, D, BR
MC, V
Yes
East End
Seafood / Steakhouse
D, BR
MC, V
Yes
East End
Burgers / Salads / Fish
L, D, BR
MC, V, D
No
Northshore
International Small Plates
L, D
AE,D,MC,V
No
East End
779-3285
Latin / Seafood / Caribbean
L, D, BR
None
No
Mid Island
692-2020 473-6570 778-5717 Not yet 713-0222 719-0544 719-9393 773-3400 692-0524 773-5227 773-7728 712-2100 643-MILL 718-8920 712-2100 692-0313 692-9922 713-0246
Italian / Local / Seafood
L. D
AE, MC, V
No
Mid Island
Homemade Desserts / Wine
D
MC, V
No
Christiansted
Open Pit BBQ / Seafood
B, L, D
ATM
No
Mid Island
Tasty Shareable Taco Meals
L, D, SB
AE, D, MC, V
No
Frederiksted
Authentic Mexican
L, D
AE, MC, V
No
Gallows Bay
Smoked Meats & Chicken / Fresh Seafood
L, D
MC, V, D
No
Christiansted
Gourmet /Salad Bar/ Prime Meats
B, L, D
AE, D, MC, V
No
Gallows Bay
Burgers / Wings / Ice Cream
L, D
MC, V, D
No
Christiansted
Seafood / Steaks / Craft Cocktails
D, BR
MC, V, D
Yes
Christiansted
Continental, Eclectic, Small Bites
L, D
AE, D, MC, V
No
Frederiksted
Juices / Smoothies / Healthy Food
B, L
D, MC, V
No
Christiansted
Burgers / Salads / Fish
L, D
AE, CB, D, MC, V
Yes
East End
Brick Oven Pizza / Waterfront
L, D
MC, V, D
No
American/Caribbean/Beachfront
B,L,D,BR
MC, V, D
Yes 6
Northside
Seafood / Steak / Continental
D
AE, CB, D, MC, V
Yes
East End
Eclectic / Venezuelan Food
B, L
MC, V, D
No
Christiansted
Pizza / Pasta / Italian
D
MC, V
No
Northside
Local / Continental / Delicious!
L, D
D, MC, V
No
Christiansted
Avocado Pitt balter Beach Side Café Bes Craft Cocktail Lounge Blue Water Terrace BrewSTX Café / ART GALLERY Cast Iron Pot Cheeseburgers CHOP & Grill Restaurant Ciboné
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Meals
Credit Cards
Continental / Deli
B, L
West Indian Contemporary American / Local / Seafood / Waterfront Local / Eclectic / Cocktails / Tapas
Christiansted +
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GET IT FRESH! Local Markets
ARTfarm, LLC – 340-514-4873 Sat, 10 am – 12 noon; Wed, 3 – 4:30 pm Check website to confirm dates & produce. www.artfarmllc.com Crescent Farm - 340-277-0707 Sat - Sun, 9 am - 5 pm or by appointment. Solar-powered, organic farm. Seasonal fruits & vegetables. Facebook
La Reine Chicken Shack – 340-718-5717 Are you ready to savor one of St. Croix’s bestkept 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 recently renovated outdoor seating area. Enjoy one of our most popular drinks “Cruzan Confusion” at our full bar. Located mid-island on Route #75, off Centerline Road, we’re open 7 days a week serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Eat in or Take out! Facebook.
La Reine Farmers Market – 340-778-0998 Sat, 6:30 am – 11 am, Wed, 6 am – 6 pm VI Dept of Agriculture features vendors with local vegetables, fruits, plants, & trees.
La Reine Chicken Shack. Classic BBQ chicken, eat in or take out. Coastal Living.
Sejah Farm – 340-277-6046 or 277-9392 Mon – Fri, 10 am – 5 pm, Sat, 7 am – 5 pm Dale and Yvette Browne offer livestock, eggs, & organically grown vegetables. www.sejahfarm.com. Accepts credit cards. Southgate Corner Farmer’s Market – 340-332-3932 Sat, 8 am – Noon Produce, fresh & preserved local fruit, fresh baked goods, local honey, handmade soaps, herb and ornamental plants.
JOE’S
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, 11 am – 3 pm; Sat, 11 am – 2pm Lawaetz Family Museum, Frederiksted. 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.
340-692-2020
BAR & GRILLE
Serving the Community for 11 years!
Mouth-Watering
Open-Pit BBQ Chicken Roast Pork Ribs • Steak Local Seafood
Catering for All Occasions!
Newly Renovated with Full Bar
Try our “Cruzan Confusion!”
Open 7 Days a Week! Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner Rt. 75 off Centerline Road
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ITALIAN • SEAFOOD • STEAKS RIBS • LOCAL DISHES • VEGETARIAN
MANY DINNERS UNDER $20 Chicken Parmesan ■ Eggplant Parmesan BBQ Ribs ■ Pork Chops ■ Chicken Alfredo Shrimp Alfredo ■ Veggie Alfredo Beef Lasagna ■ Spaghetti & Meatballs — Plus — Lobster ■ Steak ■ Grilled Salmon & Mahi
CATERING & PRIVATE PARTIES EAT IN OR TAKE OUT DAILY SPECIALS! Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday Saturday, 11 am – 9 pm Closed Wednesday & Sunday
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Island Art
LOCAL ART SAYS, “TAKE ME HOME!”
Meet Cover Artist Toni Lance
bird illustration away for a while. For the first 20 years that I lived on St. Croix, I painted local scenes — fishing boats, open markets, palm trees, banana plants, the old Danish architecture and colorful parades. My painting medium of choice has always been watercolor. I like that it is quick to work with and leans more toward my illustration background. Using photographs that I have taken, I am well known as a realistic painter. A few months after I came to St. Croix, I was at a beach where a boy had found an injured Redtailed Hawk. I convinced him to give the bird to me. With help building a large flight cage, I then cared for the bird and released it. And so began my bird rehab on St. Croix. Licensed by the Department of Natural Resources, I started a nonprofit, The St. Croix Avian Sanctuary, Inc. So, you can imagine, with the dream of pho-
“When I was 25 years old, I came to St Croix to visit my sister, who had, two years before, moved here. I loved it immediately and it has been my home for the past 39 years. My name is Toni Lance and I grew up in Southern California. I am the youngest of four girls. My parents and my older sisters all had an interest in art and nature. My father collected decoy ducks and was an avid bird watcher. I was hooked, spending my weekends riding my bike to wetlands to study and watch birds. My mother was into photography and that became my passion in high school. My older sisters were all very creative and I just followed what they were doing. In college, I studied photography, wildlife management and biomedical illustration. My dream was to be another John James Audubon or photograph birds for National Geographic. I
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would check out bird study skins from the Los Angeles Natural History Museum and paint them. I loved the colorful paintings of Gauguin and hoped that one day I might live on a tropical island. So here I was, in 1980, on a two week visit to St. Croix. I not only fell in love with the island, but also a man. I packed up my life in California and moved here. Life in the Caribbean was so different from California and it was just what I had dreamed of as an artist and photographer. It was and continues to be a visual paradise for an artist where everything is so bright with deep greens, purple bougainvillea, cerulean water, and orange sunsets. The light is amazing in the early morning and late afternoons, where fabulous shadows cast on the charming West Indian buildings. It was all so inviting as a painter, that I put the
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tographing and painting birds, working with them up close has been amazing. With such close contact, I have been able to appreciate their every detail — how their feathers lay, how their skin folds under their beak, how their intense eyes close, and how their feet still look like dinosaurs. Of course, it has been a thrill to photograph and paint these birds, but most of all to release them back to the wild. For the past 39 years, I have had a number of art and photography exhibits on St Croix, many at the Walsh Metal Works Gallery. This year, from February 8 through April 13, I am honored to be showing at The Caribbean Museum Center for the Arts in Frederiksted. The show is called “It’s a Matter of Birds” and will be watercolors and photography. St. Croix has been a dream come true for me and a magical place to live. My early hope of working with birds, both photographing and painting them, has been completely fulfilled living on this unique and treasured island.” www.tonilance.com lance.antonia@gmail.com
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SHOP HANDCRAFTED TREASURES! Art@Top Hat – 340-692-2787 Presents the best of local art, by contemporary and passed artists, who made St. Croix their home. The two-story townhouse, built in the 1800s, is a great venue for exhibits, West Indian antiques, jewelry, local pottery, photography, prints, maps, cards and estate sale collectibles. Not to be missed by homeowners, island builders, and interior designers! Isabelle Picard Art Classes. Located on Company Street across from the Post Office. Open Wednesday – Saturday, 1 – 5pm. Special Appointments, call 340-513-3558. Facebook. Caribbean Museum Center for the Arts – 340-772-2622 Our mission is to preserve, promote and exhibit the arts of St. Croix and the Caribbean community, to provide an interactive environment that encourages children, youth and adults to learn positive forms of expression, and to offer creative learning experiences which foster an understanding of the rich cultural and artistic traditions of the Caribbean, and their source. Housed in an 18th-century Danish townhouse. Artist-in-Residence program. Come visit and join us! www.cmcarts.org, Facebook.
Maria Henle • Fritz Henle • Tina Henle & other artists #55 Company St., Christiansted HenleGallery.com • 340-332-1628
Henle Studio – 340-332-1628 Celebrating 25 years, this historic loft, upstairs on Company Street in Christiansted, showcases the paintings and prints of Maria Henle, the photographs, books, and films of St. Croix’s premier photographer Fritz Henle, the fine art photography of Tina Henle, the beautiful Sea Glass Jewelry of Therese Donarski, paintings by Jack Anglin and various other artists. Call for scheduled hours and by appointment. www.henlegallery.com Bead on a Wire – 340-718-BEAD (2323) Learn how to make jewelry—Wire Work, Chain Maille, Pearl Knotting, Viking Knit, Stringing, Knotted Lariat, and Seed Beading— from Artisan/Instructor, Vanessa Harvey Hinds! Visit her bright, yellow and white Bead Store in the new Richmond Courtyard, on Soboetker Lane, between Rt. 75 and the Seaplane Ramp. Find tools, seed beads, semiprecious gemstone beads, Swarovski crystals and pearls, base and precious metal wire, and stringing supplies. Attend one of her many weekly two-hour classes—check the website or Facebook page for days and hours. Let her help you plan a Jewelry Party, Craft & Sip,
or Special Jewelry Event. Open Wednesday – Saturday, 10 am – 7 pm, Sunday, 12 -4 pm. www.beadonawirestx.com, Facebook. Maufe Gallery – 340-332-4556 Maufé Gallery owner/artist Thérèse Trudeau welcomes you to the gallery where she exhibits her own work and that of other local and international artists on St. Croix. Located at Crucian Gold on Strand Street in Christiansted, Maufe Gallery shares space with jewelry designer Nathan Bishop who oversees an on-site workshop for handmade designs. There is often a new exhibit every month and live music and performance art pieces taking place. Open Monday – Saturday, 10 am – 5 pm. Ted Davis Galeria - 310-860-6001 (toll free!) After almost a decade in Christiansted, D&D Studio is now online! Visit us at https://ddstudio.smugmug.com/Travel/StCroixPhotos to purchase beautiful and collectable photographs by Ted Davis. These stunning images are unique St. Croix artworks, and are great additions to your home or office decor. You can have a piece of St. Croix delivered right to your door! Call or email for more details. info@ddstudio.us
Vanessa Harvey Hinds Artisan / Instructor
Learn How to Make Jewelry! Weekly Classes in Stringing – Seed Beading Pearl Knotting – Wire Work Chain Maille – Viking Knit Fully-stocked Bead Store Tools – Beads – Gemstones – Crystals Pearls – Wire – Stringing Supplies Hours Wednesday – Saturday, 10 am – 7 pm Sunday, 12 – 4 pm
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Our Danish Connection VELKOMMEN!
A Special Group of Danish Friends Descends on St. Croix
Members of the Danish West Indian Society on tour with Nina York in Christiansted. Susan Wall
Her i det tidligere Dansk Vestindien er vi særlig glade for danske gæster. Til trods for de mange år siden salget af øerne til USA i 1917, bevarer vi en kulturarv fra næsten 200 år under Dannebrog. Derfor er det naturligt for besøgende danskere at ikke blot nyde det dejlige vejr og den smukke natur men også aflægge besøg på de historiske steder som denne ø har særlig mange af. Næsten alle ø-ture gør ophold på den både boanisk og historisk interessante botaniske have, romfabrikken og Whim plantagemuseum – alle af interesse for danskere. Seværdighder hvor danskere kan fornemme historiens pust omfatter Fort Christiansværn i Christiansted, (hvor en dansk oversættelse af vejledningsbrochuren findes ved indgangen)og de andre bygninger på Christiansteds nationalhistoriske område. Det restaurerede Guvernementshus med en dejlig baghave og imponerende balsal er et smukt minde fra Peter von Scholtens styre mellem 1827 og 1848. Det lillebitte apotekermuseum i Apotekergården på Dronningens Tværgade nær Kompagniets Gade viser de gamle krukker, vægte og møbler fra det oprindelige danske apotek der lå her mellem 1828 og 1970. Fort Frederik i Frederiksted har en udstilling med danske dokumenter om overdragelsen af øerne og en gribende udstilling om slavehandel og slaveri der omfatter fund fra det forliste slaveskib Fredensborg. Carl og Marie Lawaetz museet, omgivet af en vidunderlig have nord for Frederiksted var de kendte Lawaetz brødres barndomshjem og afspejler en dansk immigrantfamilies liv for hundrede år siden. På de danske afdelinger af kirke-gårdene i Christiansted og Frederiksted findes mange grave af historisk betydning. En ledet tur med guide kan hjælpe med at finde dem; spørg på hotellet derom. I Christiansted ligger kirkegården i den vestlige del af byen, bag den engelske kirke, nær ruinerne af det gamle hospital. I Frederiksted ligger den danske afdeling af kirkegården overfor den lutherske kirke, som også indeholder minder fra den danske tid; dette er også tilfældet i Christiansteds lutherske kirke på Kongensgade. Danskere er altid velkomne til søndagsgudstjenesten. Top Hat, et kunstgalleri og bar på Kompagnigade ejes og drives af herboende danskere Bent og Hanne Rasmussen som gerne ser besøg af deres landsmænd. I nødstilfælde, hvis man kræver dansktalende assistance, kan man kontakte den danske generalkonsul på St. Thomas Søren Blak, tlf. (340) 776-0656. Page 38 • Februar y / March 2019
by Nina York Every four years since 1967, the Virgin Islands receives a contingent of Danish members of an organization founded in 1917 known as the Danish West Indian Society for week-long visits to both St. Croix and St. Thomas, staying in private homes. The original members had been stationed here before Denmark sold their island possessions to the United States and celebrated their sentimental attachment to their time here with others having shared those experiences. In later years, the membership has grown to include many other individuals with an interest in island history and ancestral connections. At this end, its sister societies in St. Croix and St. Thomas originated considerably later, but a signature event for St. Croix and St. Thomas Friends of Denmark, as they are called, is the Festival, alternating every two years between Denmark and the Virgin Islands. St. Croix receives the group of 30+ visitors on March 25, but preparations started several months ago. Finding persons among members willing to house and feed in some cases total strangers is not easy, but the majority knows it is a requirement to reciprocate when you have enjoyed hospitality in Denmark at a previous Festival. What differentiates a Festival visit from the average tourist visit? Not just the savings on the usual hotel and meal expenses – all covered by Friends of Denmark and each of the hosts, but also tour access to special sites not open to the general public as well as parties in local residences of Friends of Denmark members. No wonder there is an interest in joining this organization! The impressive welcome given to the Virgin Islanders in 2017 for the double centennial of the Transfer of the Danish West Indies (as our islands were called) and that of the Danish West Indian Society, illustrated the warm relations between the Danes and Virgin Islanders, a unique phenomenon between a foreign colonial power and its former possession. After a week of educational and entertaining tours, beach picnics, parties, and renewing friendships, the early evening before the group’s departure for St. Thomas, a farewell dinner is held at St. George Botanical Garden on March 31, which normally in the recent past was celebrated as Transfer Day. After over 100 years since being a Danish possession, it seems appropriate for us to cherish our Danish heritage but also feel pride in being part of the United States of America that has come to our aid in so many ways after the serious storms that hit us in the fall of 2017. It bears mention that considerable support came from Denmark as well. We hope our Danish friends will receive a hearty island welcome wherever they go while in our islands. Velkommen! Nina York, born in Denmark but a St. Croix resident since 1976, has been a contributor for this publication since 2009 and was its Managing Editor from 1990 – 2003. She now offers tours for visitors from Denmark and the mainland, does translations, and volunteers for Rotary and the Friends of Denmark Society.
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Island Weddings MARRY ME ON ST. CROIX!
Bridal Psychosis?!
While scrolling through one of my social media feeds, I came across an interesting wedding related video from BuzzFeed. The video begins with the contributor (Sarah) laying across her bed, in her wedding dress, distraught because she purchased the dress in the wrong size and was now unable to zip up her wedding gown. Determined to fit into her dress, she began to explore various options to try to fit into her dress before the big day. After attempting crash diets and intense exercise regimens without success, her desire to fit into her gown became an obsession. At the height of her frustration, Sarah decided to visit a psycho therapist to see if there was an actual diagnosis for the obsessive/manic behavior she was demonstrating. It turns out, there is! It is called Bridal Psychosis. In a nutshell, Bridal or Wedding Psychosis can be defined as, feeling a loss of control due to an overwhelming need for perfection. This need results in emotional breakdowns and the subjection of oneself or others to obsessive, manic behaviors, as a means to control situations in an attempt to achieve said perfection and/or desired wedding outcomes. When your happiness is based on an external outcome, this, unfortunately, is not how sustainable happiness works. Happiness comes from within and it begins with gratitude for all things. The wedding is only one day. Yes, for many it may be the biggest and most expensive party you have ever planned. However, if you get so lost in the planning that you literally lose your mind, you have missed the point. In addition to looking your best and creating a memorable day, remember your ‘why.’ For most brides, myself included, your wedding day is a blur. The jitters and excitement you feel should be your main focus, not a mundane wedding detail that won’t matter in 24 hours. As long as you are married and happy about that fact, when all is said and done, consider the day a success. For more info, planning tips, and resources visit www.vibridalguide.com Quiana L. Adams, Managing Editor w w w.stcroix thisweek.com
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hat could be more romantic than beginning your life together on a beautiful island? Tying the knot here can be breathtaking and stress-free with experienced wedding planners committed to every detail of your special day. Accommodations, ceremony and reception sites, menu planning, floral arrangements, photographers, musicians, transportation, special themes, and gifts and activities for your guests are all taken care of for you. With historic churches, Danish architecture, luscious villas, yachts and palm-fringed beaches, we’ve got your perfect backdrop for a memorable day. Whether saying “I do” for the first time, or renewing your vows, St. Croix sets the stage of a lifetime! For a Wedding Proposal Request, List of Vendors, Marriage License Application, and Island Wedding Brochure, visit usvitourism. vi. When you get married on St. Croix, you’re also in a perfect location for a romantic honeymoon! Why not have your wedding here, as well as your honeymoon, or marry here and honeymoon on St. Thomas or St. John?
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Watersports & Activities BUCK ISLAND EXCURSIONS & SUNSET SAILS BUCK ISLAND EXCURSIONS & SUNSET SAILS
Big Beard’s Adventure Tours – 340-773-4482
Come aboard! Ride on our beautiful and spacious sailing catamaran Renegade or the 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. Our newest tour offers a relaxing exploration of Salt River Bay aboard the Discovery, our 24-foot pontoon boat. Services provided within Buck Island Reef National Monument are authorized by a National Park Service concession contract. www. bigbeards.com Facebook.
Caribbean Sea Adventures – 340-773-2628
Teroro II. Leaving Green Cay Marina headed to Buck Island. Susan Wall
Come explore Buck Island with us! Caribbean Sea Adventures offers a variety of boating packages to fit your every need. With options ranging from full, half day or private charter trips to explore Buck Island’s underwater snorkel trail, to sunset sails along the beautiful coastline, there is an option for every occasion. New to our fleet is a 32’ Boston Whaler, offering a more intimate charter experience. All Buck Island trips include snorkel gear
and instruction, guidance on the underwater trail, flotation devices, water and rum punch. Scuba diving trips and wedding ceremonies also available. www.caribbeanseaadventures.com Follow us on Facebook & Instagram.
Llewellyn’s Charter – 340-773-9027
Take a fast and exciting sail with local sailing legend and calypso recording artist Llewellyn Westerman aboard his 37-foot locally-designed and built, six-passenger performance trimaran Charis+. He’s been sailing to Buck Island National Monument since 1960 and assures a comfortable arrival to the beach or the first designated underwater National Park. Snorkel gear is provided. Departs from the St. Croix Yacht Club at Teague Bay 9 to 1:00 am, 1:30 to 5:30 pm, and 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. Personalized sails available. Call for more information and reservations
Lyric Sails – 340-201-5227
Combining her love for the ocean with a passion for music, food and wine, Captain Emily Weston, a marine biologist and dive instructor, has brought a unique venue to St. Croix—Lyric Sails! On her boat “Jolly Mon,” a 63ft custom-built, former racing catamaran, she and her amazing crew host sunset and moonlight sails with live music by local and visiting musicians, Thurs-Sun, out of beautiful Frederiksted. Also look for special events such as “Wine on the Water”--a 6-course wine and food pairing dinner, Reggae night and Spanish night. Each sail features catered appetizers, rum punch and an on-board bar. Private, customizable day sails and snorkel tours are available daily, and private evening charters are available on request. Book online at www.lyricsails.com.
Teroro II and Dragonfly – 340-718-3161
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.
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Watersports & Activities STEAL SOME TIME AND GET IN THE WATER!
Six Boats...Endless Escapes with Caribbean Sea Adventures “We love what we do, and it shows,” says Matt Ridgway, native Virgin Islander and owner of Caribbean Sea Adventures, a Buck Island tour company. “This is our home and we really enjoy sharing it with our guests. St. Croix has so much to offer when you are looking in the right place.” Buck Island Reef National Monument is ranked one of the top 10 places to snorkel in the world by Travel & Leisure Magazine. “Ever since the park expanded the no take boundaries to the surrounding 19,000 acres, we have seen a resurgence in marine life. There is a very special feeling you get when you dive down into a school of fish so thick you can’t see your snorkel buddy on the other side. We are very lucky to be out here every day and we take great pride in protecting the reef.” We offer public and private charters, sunset sails, snorkeling, scuba diving, and wedding ceremonies at beautiful Buck Island Reef National Monument, one of St. Croix’s three National Parks. We also offer parasail-
the personal attention our crew has become known for. We ask anyone that is joining us to please be mindful of how fragile the coral reef is, any contact can be extremely detrimental or fatal. The sunscreen you wear also makes a difference. Look for one that is oxybenzone free and apply it 30 minutes prior to getting in the water. We have reef-safe sunscreen available for purchase at our shop.
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ing and deep-sea fishing excursions. With six unique boats to choose from, there is something for everyone. CSA takes pride in specializing in private and small group charters, so you never need to worry about personal space. We limit our public excursions to 80% of each vessel’s U.S. Coast Guard capacity, ensuring that our guests never miss out on
Fun Fact: over half the oxygen we breathe comes from the ocean, anything you can do to reduce, recycle, and reuse in your daily lives will help keep places like Buck Island healthy and beautiful for your next vacation. Call us today or book online to plan your ideal day on the water. We are located on the Christiansted boardwalk next to King Christian Hotel.
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Watersports & Activities TAKE THE PLUNGE—MAKE SOME MEMORIES!
LLewellyn’s Charter. A booking with this legendary sailor is a must!
Sweet Bottom Dive Center. Clear as a bell. Snorkel or Dive to new discoveries!
SCUBA DIVING 340-773-DIVE (3483)
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SCUBA DIVING ST. CROIX, USVI Dive a wreck, wall, pier and reef all in one day!
Diving here is easy & accessible with an array of experiences. All dive boats are inspected by the U.S. Coast Guard and captains are USCG certified. Sea life is abundant and changes The Pier, Wrecks, Reef, Salt River Canyon with the time of day and time of year. More Night Dives, The Wall, and Shore Diving. than 500 species of fish, 40 types of coral and Located at the Renaissance St. Croix Carambola Beach Resort & Spa hundreds of invertebrates inhabit the water. (340) 773-DIVE (3483)• Dive the Famous www.sweetbottomdive.com St. • Dive Croix theWall Famous St. Croix WallReef National Monument – is Buck Island at Beautiful Davis Bay at Beautiful Davis Bay For a more personal experience 6,000 feet long, a ½-mile wide and includes the & the safety & service you desire, • Guided Shore Dives • Guided Daily Shore Dives176-acre Daily island and 18,839 acres of submerged N2theBlue stands out by landService and coral reef system. • Full Concierge Diving • FullService Concierge Diving specializing in smaller group diving Frederiksted Pier – Macro life abounds; • Dive the Famous St. Croix Wall • Discover Scuba Diving • Discover Scuba Diving limiting our boats to 6 guests. at Beautiful Davis Bay depths reach 50’ at the end of the pier; pilings No Experience Necessary No Experience Necessary • Guided Shore Dives Daily are at 25’. Want to try scuba diving? • Boat Diving, Pier Diving • Boat & Diving, Pier Diving & • Full Concierge Diving Service Butler Bay Wrecks – 5 wrecks together on St. Cane Bay Beach Night Diving Available Night Diving Available Call for the Beginners Half-day Intro Course. • Discover Scuba Diving Grand Opening in June Croix’s Northwest tip; the deepest is at 110’ and No Experience Necessary ■ Get Introduced. the shallowest is at 20’. • Boat Diving, Pier Diving & Davis Bay Beach Night Diving Available Salt River Canyon – This Northshore site has ■ Get Certified. Renaissance Carambola Resort two walls facing each other across a quarter ■ Improve Your Skills. Still Closed for Storm Recovery mile of blue water. Guided Shore Dives Cane&Bay Located at the Renaissance Located St. at Croix the Renaissance Carambola Beach St.Diving, Croix Resort Carambola & Spa Beach Resort SpaWall – Rated one of the top dives in Wall Diving, Boat Boat Dives • Night Dives all the Caribbean. Not to miss! Located at the Renaissance St. Croix Carambola Beach Resort & Spa Pier & Night Diving Available (340) 773-DIVE (3483) (340) 773-DIVE (3483) www.sweetbottomdive.com www.sweetbottomdive.com (340) 773-DIVE (3483) www.sweetbottomdive.com -The Scuba Diving Resource www.N2theBlue.com www.sweetbottomdive.com
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DIVING DIVING
Dive Experience – 340-773-3307
Get to know St. Croix’s underwater wildlife— Turtles, Eels, Sting Rays, Eagle Rays, Manta Rays, Dolphins, and even Humpback Whales with St. Croix’s Original PADI 5-Star IDC Center! Michelle Pugh, a member of the Women Divers Hall of Fame, opened Dive Experience in 1983 and has the most experienced dive staff on the island. Diver safety, combined with fun and preservation of the marine environment are our primary concerns. Daily boat dives, Lionfish hunting dives—take your fillets home with you (yum!), and “No Moon” String-of-Pearl night dives! We offer diver training from the Discover Scuba program to dive instructor and complete dive and snorkel rental gear plus air and nitrox fills. New, expanded location on the Chritiansted boardwalk at Kings Alley. We love to dive and it shows! www.divexp.com
N2theBlue Scuba Diving – 340-772-3483
Scuba Dive with N2theBlue — the Pier, Wrecks, Reefs, Night Dives, Salt River Canyon/Wall, Boat & Shore dives. For a personal experience with the safety & service you desire, we specialize in semi-private groups of 6 or less divers. Want to try scuba diving? Our 1/2-day introductory course for beginners gets you into the water the same day! Voted #1 Dive Shop by VI Daily News readers and #1 Activity by TripAdvisor, N2theBlue is a full-service PADI scuba diving center with rental gear, air fills & Nitrox. Located 100 steps from the Frederiksted pier, we dive more sites in the calm waters of the West & have a second location servicing the Salt River Canyon/Wall. Call for reservations. Look on Facebook for recent dive photos! www.N2theBlue.com
DIVE EXPERIENCE — Diving St. Croix for 35 years Michelle Pugh, a 39-year resident of St Croix, learned to dive in Los Angeles while high school and hasn’t stopped since! In 1992, along with Jacques Cousteau, she was inducted into the platinum Pro 5000 through SSI. In 2004, she was inducted into the Women Divers Hall of Frame for being the first woman to dive with killer whales in the wilds of Canada, the first American woman to teach diving in Moscow, Russia and for establishing the mooring system on St Croix to protect the coral reefs. Michelle was also given the SBDC and Congressional Award for Entrepreneurial Success for Dive Experience. Sam Halvorson, Captain, Instructor, Dive Master, and Videographer, has been on board for 29 years. He knows the reefs like the back of his hand. His videos are a favorite souvenir! Skeeter, the dog, loves the dive boat and swimming with the divers. Michelle, who’s made over 10,000 dives on St. Croix, is the only dive center owner that actually dives most everyday—guiding lots of customers by request. While developing the dive mooring
sites, she has explored most St Croix reefs and walls. Michelle has also traveled the world just to dive—like the East coast of the US from Florida to Rhode Island, the West coast from Canada to Mexico, The Red Sea, Australia, Solomon Islands, Borneo, Philippines, the Antarctic, and most of Susan Wall the Caribbean Islands. And, I recently returned from the Galapagos Islands! Dive Experience is St Croix’s first dive operator and the first PADI 5-star IDC center. They teach diving from novice to professional instructors. Located at Kings Alley on the boardwalk, their USCG-licensed dive boat is steps away on the dock. The full-service center features basic snorkel equipment to recreational and professional dive gear from Aqualung (US Divers) plus hats, towels, tees, Trudi Gilliam fish art and the largest Reef sandal selection on island. “With years in the business and my experience over time, I’d can say that Dive Experience is simply the best!” Advertisement
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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 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.
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Watersports & Activities TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE OUTDOORS LIKE A LOCAL! JET SKIS / FLYBOARDING West End Water Sports – 340-277-8295
We are your #1 destination for the perfect beach day! Rent Jet Skis, Stand Up Paddle Boards, Kayaks, Snorkeling Gear, Beach Chairs, Lounge Chairs, Umbrellas, and Sun Ray Floats. We also have the newest craze in Water Sports—the Fly Board! The Westside waters of St. Croix are calm and clear and our Jet Ski riding, swimming and snorkeling areas are second to none! Play unguided on a Jet Ski in a square mile of smooth clear water or, for the more adventurous, check out our extreme Wave Jumping Adventure Tour. Spend a day on Rainbow Beach for a relaxing and/or exhilarating good time, great music, volleyball, corn hole, giant jenga and your favorite food and beverages at Rhythms Beach Bar and Grill. Facebook.
KAYAK TOURS Bush Tribe Island Wide Eco Adventures – 340-277-2503 Virgin Kayak Tours. Peaceful and mysterious. Tour Salt River Bay day or night.
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
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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
Sea Thru Kayaks VI – 340-244-8696
travelers of all ages off the beaten island path to
Why Choose Us? The difference is clear! The best light show is beneath your totally clear kayak as you are engulfed in millions of lights. Other kayak styles give you a limited view over the side of the kayak or a small window. Our guest list includes National Geographic, New York Times, the leading Bioluminescent researchers in the world, Boston Globe, HGTV House Hunters International, American Airlines inflight magazine, and many others. All tours begin in the evening at Salt River Marina. Experience the bay that the scientific community is calling possibly the best year-round bay of the seven bays in the world. Reservation is required. Locally owned and operated. www.seathrukayaksvi.com
Virgin Kayak Tours – 340-514-0062
Voted ‘Best Kayak Tour’ on St. Croix for the past eight years by the readers of the VI Daily News! Family owned and operated for 18 years, Virgin Kayak Tours offers nighttime Bioluminescent Tours, Salt River Historical Park & Ecological Preserve tours, and Custom Tours—half day, full day, or week long. They use the award-winning Hobie Mirage Pedal Page 44 • Februar y / March 2019
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Watersports & Activities TOUR SALT RIVER BY KAYAK OR PONTOON! Kayaks, so your tour is effortless, even in windy conditions, and focus on St. Croix ecology, PreColumbian history, and the cultural landscape. “You’ll definitely see our passion shine through on every St. Croix kayak tour!” Located off Route #80 at Salt River Marina. jill@virginkayaktours.com virginkayaktours.com
PONTOON TOURS Big Beard’s Adventure Tours – 340-773-4482
West End Water Sports. Invented in 2012 by a French water-craft rider, Franky Zapata, flyboarding is not for the timid! West End Water Sports
Explore Salt River like you have never seen it before. Join us aboard our pontoon boat, the ‘Discovery,’ for a comfortable, informative trip around the back bays of Salt River. Learn about the rich history and the unique ecology of St. Croix’s largest remaining mangrove estuary. The ‘Discovery’ departs from the Salt River Marina several times a day. We can accommodate groups of up to 6 people in spacious comfort. We provide filtered drinking water and a cooler for you to bring drinks along. Relax and enjoy one of St. Croix’s hidden gems. www.bigbeards.com. Facebook. Big Beard’s Adventure Tours. Discover Salt River by Pontoon.
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Beaches Public
MAKE A BIG SPLASH! All beaches in the USVI are open to the public although access through private property and hotels may have restrictions. Buck Island Reef National Monument The National Park Service has operated Buck Island Reef as a National Park since 1961. Underwater trail, two beaches, two picnic areas, snorkeling, shade, hiking trail, limited facilities. Seven miles East of Christiansted; use authorized National Park Service concessionaires. www.nps.gov/BUIS
Buck Island. Ted Davis
Cane Bay Beach
On St. Croix’s Northshore, this is a long, sandy beach with shade and great snorkeling; relatively shallow and nice for swimming. Diving’s famous ‘Wall’ is located here. Sweet Bottom Dive Center and EAT@Cane Bay to serve you!
Columbus Landing
Christopher Columbus landed here in 1493 at the site of Salt River Bay. Take 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. www.nps.gov/SARI
Cane Bay Beach.
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Cramer Park
Before Pt. Udall, on the East End, is a beautiful long, deep beach with bathrooms, changing rooms, and picnic tables.
Dorsch Beach
On the right, just before Sandcastle on the Beach Hotel and Beach Side Café, is a wonderfully convenient beach with parking and some shade.
Frederiksted Beach.
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Frederiksted Beach
Right next to Ft. Frederik, it is a favorite of cruise ship passengers. Convenient parking and changing facilities.
Rainbow Beach
North of Frederiksted this is a lively beach with bar and restaurant. West End Watersports offers flyboard, Jetski, paddleboard, and kayak rentals. Live music on Sunday afternoons. A local favorite!
Reef Beach
Right next to Duggan’s Reef Restaurant on the East End is a nice slip-of-a-beach. With a very gradual decline, the beach is perfect for windsurfing or for swimming with small children. The Reef Golf Course is across the street.
Sandy Point
Sandy Point.
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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! Leatherback Turtle nesting is underway now and the beach is closed to the public until the first week in September. Follow on Facebook.
Shoy Beach
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Roseway—Get On Board!
Roseway.
Ted Davis
Built in 1925 in Massachusetts, Roseway has led a long and distinguished career, serving as a racing yacht, fishing vessel, and a pilot boat guiding Allied vessels through minefields and antisubmarine nets during World War II. When she was retired in 1972, Roseway was the last sailing pilot boat in the United States. She then began serving passengers as a charter vessel off the Main coast. In 1977, Roseway and her sister ship Adventure, starred in the television remake of Rudyard Kipling’s Captions Courageous, filmed in Camden, Maine. After falling into disrepair and eventually being condemned for service by the US Coast Guard, she was repossessed by the Bank that owned her. In 2002, the First National Bank of Damariscotta donated the ship to the World Ocean School where she underwent an 18-month restoration. Today, after more than 90 years of service, Roseway is again proudly sailing the Atlantic, one of only three still working Grand Banks schooners and a registered US National Historic Landmark. And don’t we feel proud and lucky, here on St. Croix, that she chose this island to spend her winters, not only educating and empowering our students to reach their potential as responsible, productive, and engaged community members, but offering locals and visitors the amazing experience of going aboard on sunset charters during the months of December – March. Viewing St. Croix from offshore is special enough, but aboard Roseway, there’s an extra thrill in feeling her weight and thrust through the water as the winds fills her sails! Its particularly fun to share the experience with others, enjoying life on board this legendary schooner, even for just two hours. You have two months—February and March—to catch a sunset sail on Roseway before she sails back to Glouster, MA. Get tickets for a magical and exciting Valentine’s Day sail, February 14, and a St. Croix Chamber of Commerce sunset sail on February 21! Read about Roseway’s programs online, make reservations, and donate to their Annual Appeal. Roseway 617-816-9247 www.worldoceanschool.org w w w.stcroix thisweek.com
PLAY TIME!
GOLF
TENNIS
Tee-off at one of St. Croix’s exceptional golf courses! Carambola Golf Club – 340-778-5638
Open to the public. Stay tournament-ready! The Buccaneer Hotel – 340-712-2143
Open 7 days a week, 7:30 am – 4 pm. Commissioned by Laurence Rockefeller and designed by Robert Trent Jones, Sr., a beautiful, challenging 18-hole course that stretches over 7,000 yards with water hazards coming into play on seven holes. Pro Shop. Clubs and cart rentals.Call for rates, specials, and tee times. www.golfcarambola.com
Open Monday – Saturday, 8 am – 11:30 am and 3 – 6:30 pm; Sunday, 8 am – noon. Eight East End courts; lighted courts by appointment. Pro Shop and Game Match Service. Tennis Pro available for lessons. Call to reserve court time. www.thebuccaneer.com
The Buccaneer Hotel – 340-712-2144
Open 7 days a week, 7:30 am – 6 pm. 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. www.thebuccaneer.com
Divi Carina Bay Resort – 340-773-9700
“The Links” Mini Golf Course, 18-Holes, Driving Range, Clubhouse. Temporarily closed for renovations. www.divicarinabay.com
The Reef Golf Course – 340-773-8844
Open Tuesday – Sunday, 8 am – 3 pm. A beautiful 9-hole course on the East End with phenomenal views over Teague Bay, offering traditional and Disco golf. Pro Shop. Clubs and cart rentals. Phone temporarily out. Tee times not required.
The Buccaneer courts.
Steve Simonsen
Par 72 Course Designed by Robert Trent Jones, Sr.
OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK Tee times from 7:30 am - 4 pm
CARAMBOLA
GOLF • CLUB ST. CROIX, US VIRGIN ISLANDS
72 Estate River – 340-778-5638
www.golfcarambola.com
Carambola Golf Clubhouse.
Photo by Kelly Greer
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Destination St. Croix GOOD TO KNOW!
take chances. Lock your car, don’t wear valuable jewelry wandering in town, keep to the main areas.
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ARRIVAL. US citizens don’t need a passport; departing visitors need a photo ID.
CURRENCY & BANKING. We use the US dollar and credit cards are accepted everywhere. First Bank (all branches), M – Th, 8:30 am – 4 pm, F, 8:30 am – 5 pm, Sat, 9 am – 1 pm (SI and Fsted); Banco Popular Sunny Isle, M – F, 8:30 am – 4 pm, Sat, 9 am – 1 pm, Banco Popular Orange Grove, M – F, 8 am – 4 pm; Scotia Bank Sunny Isle, M – W, 8:30 – 3:30, Th – F, 8:30 am – 5:30 pm. Bank of St. Croix, Gallows Bay & Peter’s Rest, M - Th, 9am - 3pm; Friday, 9am - 3:30pm. See maps for bank and ATM locations. TAXES. No sales tax but a 12.5% government tax is applied to hotel rooms.
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.
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.
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.
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 for any forgotten cell phone accessories.
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.
POSTAL RATES. As part of the US postal system, 1st class mail is .50 cents for the first ounce, postcards are .35 cents, international rates are $1.20 for cards and letters. See maps for post office locations.
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 Visitors’ Bureau is located upstairs in the Frederiksted Mall and next to the Caribbean Museum Center for the Arts on Strand Street; open weekdays and cruise ship days. The seasoned traveler doesn’t Page 48 • Februar y / March 2019
MARINE LIFE. All native plants, animals, fish (unless harvested for food), coral and shells are protected under the Indigenous Species Act. You will not be permitted to leave the territory with any plants or marine life in your possession. HOLIDAYS. We celebrate US Federal holidays and local ones as well. The government closes for all holidays, banks close for most. Shops stay open except on major holidays. HELPFUL NUMBERS. Police, Fire, AmbulanceLand line, .................911 Cell Phone, ................................340-772-9111 Divers Alert Network.....................919-684-2948 V.I. Territorial Emergency Management ........................................................340-773-2244 St. Croix Hospital...........................340-778-6311 AA......................................................340-776-5283 Alanon...............................................340-473-1497
Christiansted Harbor.
DRIVE SAFE— STAY LEFT Whether renting a car or crossing the street, it is vital to remember that traffic in the USVI flows from the left side of the road. St. Croix is 28 miles in length and 7 miles at the widest point with two major towns— Christiansted at the center on the north shore and Frederiksted at the west end. The Caribbean Sea which surrounds the island is always there to guide you along the roads that wind around the coast. Car rental agencies have a variety of vehicles available from sporty jeeps to roomy air-conditioned sedans, vans, and SUVs. The average price usually includes unlimited mileage but you fill the tank upon return! Both US and other driver’s licenses are recognized. The driver and front seat passenger are required by law to use seat belts and cell phone talking or texting is not allowed. Parking in Christiansted is limited and 2-hour parking on parts of Company and Queen Cross Streets is enforced. Look for the signs. There is daytime parking in the National Park Service lot near Ft. Christiansvaern, until 4:30 pm, and a public lot with fees on Strand and King Cross Street. Major roads are asphalt and usually well maintained. The Melvin H. Evans Highway is the only 4-lane, divided highway running from mid-island west to within 1 mile of Frederiksted. The speed limit is 55. In other areas, the 35 mph limit applies; in town, 20 mph unless otherwise posted. Let our Attractions & Tours pages (7-9) 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 Godt at Vide!
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 Seventh-Day 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-tofollow guide is actually the yellow pages of our local phone book beginning on Page 54.
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Befolkningen. Virgin Islands befolkning er venlig men tilbageholdende. Man hilser gerne med “Good morning”, “Good Afternoon” og “Good Night.” Alle taler engelsk eller et melodisk dialekt deraf. Klima. Solrigt, med årlige temperaturer omkring højt i 20erne om dagen, omkring 20 grader om natten – lidt varmere i sommermånederne. Østlige passatvinde holder fugtigheden lav. .De fleste byger er forbi i løbet af få minutter. Beboerne samler regnvand fra tagene ned i cisterner under husene. Saltvandsdestillering bidrager til forsyningen. Vi er nøjsomme med vores vandforbrug. Tider. Vi ligger på atlantisk standardtid; om sommeren minus 6 timer fra Danmark; mellem oktober og april minus 5 timer. En time før USAs østkyst om vinteren. Påklædning. Afslappet, men badedragt eller mænd uden skjorte på gaden og i butikker er ildeset. Mænd behøver ikke jakke og slips. En bredskygget hat er en god beskyttelse mod solen for alle. En adapter til 110VDC er nødvendig til strømforbrug ved f.eks. opladning. Hjælp til Besøgende. Turistkontoret er åbent hverdage og når krydstogtskibe ankommer. Det ligger i Frederiksted på 1ste sal i en baggård på Strandgade nær kajen. I Christiansted ligger et orienteringscenter til besøgende i den gamle vejerbod ved havnen. Her som alle vegne, vær forsigtig. Lås bilen, gå ikke med værdifulde smykker i byen, og hold dig til de befolkede områder.
Kontaktnumre i Nødstilfælde. Politi, Brandvæsen, Ambulance . ......Fastnet 911 Mobil,..........................................340-772-9111 Dyknings Alarm ............................919-684-2948 Katastrofe Tjeneste.........................340-773-2244 St. Croix Hospital ..........................340-778-6311 AA...................................................340-776-5283 Alanon............................................340-473-1497
Valuta og Banker. First Bank (alle filialer) har åbent mandag-torsdag kl. 8:30-16, fredag til kl. 17, lørdag kl. 9-13 (kun Sunny Isle og Frederiksted). Banco Popular Sunny Isle, man-fre kl. 8:30-16, lør kl. 9-13; Banco Popular Orange Grove, man-fre kl. 8-16. Scotia Bank Sunny Isle, man-ons kl. 8:30-15:30, tors-fre kl. 8:30-17:30. Se by-og økort om bankernes og kontantautomaternes beliggenhed. Bank of St. Croix, Gallows Bay og Peter’s Rest: Man.-Tors. 9 - 15, Fredag 9 - 15:30. Skatter. Ingen moms her; der lægges dog 12.5% skat på hotelværelser. Media. St. Croix har flere radiostationer og tre fjernsynsstationer; kabelfjernsyn viser alle de amerikanske kanaler. To aviser udgives daglig; også en netavis. Blade fra New York og Miami kommer daglig. Telefon. Den lokale.områdekode er 340, men bruges ikke ved lokalopringning. Telefonkort sælges mange steder. Mange danske mobiltelefoner fungerer ikke her; man kan købe billige telefoner med kort og andet tilbehør hos Sprint og AT&T. | 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. Februar y / March 2019 • Page 49
Island Accommodations 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
Easy Hotel Guide
Phone The local area code is (340)
ROOMS FOR EVERYONE!
Arawak Bay: The Inn at Salt River 340-772 1684 Buccaneer
340-712-2100
Caravelle Hotel & Casino 340-773-0687 Caribbean Breeze Apartments 340-227-9853 & Vacation Homes Carrington’s Inn 340-713-0508 Chenay Bay Beach Resort
340-201-1309
Club Comanche / Hotel St. Croix 340-773-0210 Club St. Croix
340-718-9150
Colony Cove
340-718-1965
Company House Hotel
340-773-1377
Cottages By The Sea
340-772-0495
Cruzan Classic
340-332-2504
Cruzan Sands Villa
972-747-7575
Divi Carina Bay Beach Resort*
340-773-9700
Holger Danske
340-773-3600
Hotel on the Cay
340-773-2035
Inn on Strand/ Frederiksted Hotel 340-772-0500 King Christian Hotel
340-773-6330
King’s Alley Hotel
340-773-0103
Mt. Victory Camp Eco Lodge
340-201-7983
Northside Valley
340-772-0558
Palms at Pelican Cove
340-718-8920
Renaissance Carambola Beach Resort* 340-778-3800 Sand Castle on the Beach
340-772-1205
Sugar Beach St. Croix
340-718-5345
Tamarind Reef Resort, Spa & Marina 340-718-4455 The Fred
1-844-789-8784
Vacation St. Croix
340-718-0361
Waves at Cane Bay
340-718-1815
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The Buccaneer offers tennis, watersports, shopping, a spa, beaches, pools, restaurants, and golf all on the same property. www.thebuccaneer.com *Divi Carina Bay Beach Resort and Renaissance Carambola Beach Resort remain closed for renovations and upgrades. Caribbean Breeze Apartments & Vacation Rentals is a gated, historic Frederiksted property, within walking distance to beaches, the pier, shopping, and dining. All new studios or 1 bedrooms with charming 1/2-acre garden, BBQ/kitchen, and pool. www.airbnb.com/rooms/2989620. Club Comanche, Hotel St. Croix is a small, landmark hotel within the Christiansted National Historic District. Overflowing with West Indian charm, stay in the Main House or on the waterfront in the Bridgehouse. Large pool and restaurants. www.clubcomanche.com Cruzan Sands “Villa on the Beach” is a luxury beachfront villa in Estate Salt River. Family friendly, it sleeps 8 comfortably. Relax and enjoy the wonderful sandy beach and the view from the spacious covered wrap-around porch! www.cruzansands.com At Hotel on the Cay, step into an atmosphere of casual elegance! On a private cay in Christiansted Harbor, the 53-room resort is ideal for couples, families and adventure seekers and features a restaurant, terraces, pristine beach, pool, and water sports. A short ferry ride to the Wharf. www.hotelonthecay.com The Fred, introducing the first new hotel on St. Croix since 1986! Its a 22-room beachfront, boutique resort and spa located in historic Frederiksted town. We’re the only beachfront hotel that is also located in town. Rest easy knowing that you’re staying in an eco-friendly resort that operates “off the grid.” www.SleepWtihFred.com w w w.stcroix thisweek.com
Island Accommodations A PLACE IN THE SUN!
Caribbean Breeze Apartments & Vacation Homes
Hotel on the Cay
Club Comanche
Susan Wall
Ted Davis
Cruzan Sands
The Fred
New! - RIGHT on the Beach! 3-4 Bedroom / 4.5 Bath - Northside!
Tuesday - Saturday, 11am - 9 pm 972-747-7575 www.CruzanSands.com • Relax@CruzanSands.com A Historic Caribbean Retreat on the Christiansted Boardwalk
340-773-0210
NOW OPEN
SleepWithFred.com
/SleepWithFred (340) 777.FRED (3733) 605 Strand Street, Frederiksted, VI 00840
EXPERIENCE THE CHARM OF FREDERIKSTED!
HISTORIC DANISH PARSONAGE • LUSH GATED COURTYARD
ALL NEW STUDIOS AND 1 BEDROOMS
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Apartments & Vacation Homes
Prince Street, Frederiksted • 340-227-9853 https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/2989620
“Step into an atmosphere of casual elegance” Hotel on tHe Cay (855) 654-0301 reservations www.hotelonthecay.com Februar y / March 2019 • Page 51
Island Transportation BOOK WITH A SENSE OF ADVENTURE!
TAXI INFORMATION ■ Christiansted Taxi Stands are on King Street
near Government House & in Frederiksted near Ft. Frederik. ■ These taxi rates to and from the Airport and Towns were obtained from the Taxi Commission and have been approved by the VI Legislature. Look for only licensed taxis which carry a dome light and the letters TP on their license plate. Rates must be posted. Since taxis aren’t metered, confirm the rate before getting in the taxi!
Taxi Charges & Special Provisions
■ The charges to areas not listed in this schedule
Keep left.
Ted Davis
OLYMPIC—ACE Rent A Car
Over 40 years in St. Croix Experience Olympic’s Friendliness! www.olympicstcroix.com
• CARS: Wranglers, 4WD, Soft Top, w/AC, Hyundai Sonata, Nissan Versa, Focus, Toyota Yaris, Minivans, SUV’s •Unlimited Mileage - Low Rates • Most Credit Cards Honored • FREE pickup & return to most locations. We meet all flights at anytime.
340-718-3000 • 1103 Richmond Conveniently located 1 minute away from the seaplane at the entrance to Christiansted.
shall be arrived at by using the nearest place with a rate crossed to the next place ahead with a rate closest to the passenger’s destination. ■ A taxi driver, while on duty, shall not refuse any passenger unless the passenger is intoxicated and disorderly or in the possession of a pet (other than a seeing eye or service dog) that is not properly secured in a kennel. No charge for service dogs. Large kennel charge, $30., small kennel, $20. ■ Round-trip fares are double the one-way fare plus waiting charges of $1. per minute. First 5 free. ■ Radio/Phone call—the fare plus 1/3 of the basic fare. ■ Exclusive Taxi Request— pays the rate charged for 4 passengers. ■ Luggage—A flat rate of $2. Per bag is added for each passenger. The rate for items larger than 30” x 29” will not exceed $4. ■ Hourly Rates—Sedan/Mini Van (1-4 passengers), $40., Van (up to 14), $55., Safari (up to 25), $80. Rates for additional passengers will be negotiated between the taxi operator and passenger(s). ■ Signtseeing Tours—1-4 passengers, $100.00, 5+ passengers, $20. each for 3-hour tour. ■ Questions or Complaints—Call the VI Taxicab Division at 340-773-2226, 8 am – 5 pm, M – F.
QE IV FERRY SERVICE St. Croix to St. Thomas
$50 One Way
Schedule subject to weather conditions
rent@olympicstcroix.com Call us direct: 888-USVI-CAR (888-878-4227) or fax: (340) 718-9000 No other discounts apply.
Restrictions may apply.
10% DISCOUNT
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TAXI SERVICES Antilles Taxi Service....340-773-5020, 690-9585 Rudy’s Taxi & Tours:.... 340-773-6803, 514-4600 St. Croix Taxi Association, Airport:...340-778-1088
Taxi Rates
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)
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)
Free Vehicle Delivery to many hotels Cars Jeeps Vans Low Rates!
FROM FREDERIKSTED TO: Carambola..................................$27..($11) Christiansted..............................$24..($11) Divi Carina Bay..........................$36..($18)
EPIDEL Taxi Service & Tours
Car Rental
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Consistently Voted Best Car Rental Since 2011 budgetstcroix.com or Call 340.713.9289 • Toll Free 888.264.8894 • Airport 340.778.9636 • Christiansted by Seaplane 340.713.9289 • Cruise Ship Passengers call for reservations 340.713.9289
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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1. Arawak Bay: The Inn at Salt River . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . G-1 2. Carrington’s Inn. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I-3 3. Chenay Bay Beach Resort . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . L-1 4. Cottages By the Sea. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-4 5. Cruzan Sands Villa. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . G-0 6. Discovery Grove. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F-1 7. Divi Carina Beach Resort and Casino. . . . . . . . . . . . . N-2 8. Hotel on the Cay. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . J-2 9. Mt. Victory Camp Eco Lodge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-2 10. Northside Valley. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-1 11. Renaissance St. Croix Carambola Beach Resort . . . . D-1 12. Sand Castle On the Beach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-4 13. Tamarind Reef Resort & Spa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . K-1 14. The Buccaneer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . K-1 15. The Palms at Pelican Cove. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-1 16. The Waves at Cane Bay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-1
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Beach Side Café . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-4 Blue Water Terrace . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M-1 Cast Iron Pot. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-1 Cheeseburger’s In Paradise. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . K-1 CHOP & Grill Restaurant. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-3 Cultured Pelican . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M-1 Deep End Bar & Grill. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . K-2 Duggan’s Reef. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N-1 EAT@Cane Bay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-1 El Flamboyant. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F-4 Fusions Int’l Small Plates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F-4 Joe’s Bar & Grille . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-3 La Reine Chicken Shack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . G-2 Plaza Extra West. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-4 The Mermaid & The Terrace at The Bucaneer. . . . . . . K-1 Un Amore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I-2
Ashley Furniture HomeStore. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-3 My Lord Variety Store . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . G-3 Plaza Extra East. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-3 Sweet Lime Furnishings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I-3 The Frame Up. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I-3 The Museum Store at Botanical Gardens. . . . . . . . . . D-4
Sports
1. Beeston Hill Health & Wellness. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I-2 2. Big Beard’s Adventure Tours. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . G-1 3. Buccaneer Golf / Tennis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . K-1 4. Bush Tribe Eco Tours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . G-0 5. Carambola Golf Club. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-2 6. Llewellyn’s Charter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N-1 7. N2theBlue Scuba Diving. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-3, G-1 8. Sea Thru Kayaks VI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . G-1 9. Sweet Bottom Dive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . K-1 10. Teroro II & Dragonfly Day Sail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . K-1 11. The Reef Golf Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . K-1 12. Virgin Kayak Tours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . G-0 13. West End Water Sports. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-3
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Rust – op – Twist – Named after the plantation on shore. Lots of nice coral, tons of Black Durgans. Remains of upwelling pipes from a shrimp farm that Texas AM had in the 1970s. 10. The Pennicle – This is a small sea mount that starts in 90 feet of water. Many times, Reef Sharks are seen here as well as larger fish such as Grouper and Snapper.
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No Take Zone – Protects near shore environments including mangroves, sea grass beds, lagoonal patch reefs, and linear reefs. OPERATING A PERSONAL WATERCRAFT IS PROHIBITED. ALL FISHING AND EXTRACTION IS PROHIBITED. Recreational Zone – Allows snorkeling, diving, boating, and recreational shoreline fishing. Catch-and-release guide fishing, and cast-net bait fishing are allowed with a Marine Park Permit. ALL OTHER TRADITIONAL FISHING IS PROHIBITED (including but not limited to: fish traps; spear fishing; collection of lobster, conch whelk). Wildlife Preserve Zone – Protects nesting female sea turtles using beaches in East End, Issac, Jack and Boiler Bays to lay eggs.
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Rental Cars
1. Avis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F-4 2. Budget . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F-4 3. Centerline Car Rentals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F-4 4. Olympic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I-2
Real Estate 1. Coldwell Banker St. Croix Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-4
Farms
1. ARTfarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . J-4 2. La Reine Farmers’ Market . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . G-3 3. Ridge to Reef (VISFI). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-2 4. Sejah Farm. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F-3 5. Southgate Corner Farmer’s Market. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . K-1 6. Tropics Hydroponics Farm. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . G-2
Banks / Post Offices 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.
Banco Popular ATM. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I-2, H-3 Bank of St. Croix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-3 First Bank ATM. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I-2, H-3 Scotia Bank ATM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-3 Kings Hill Post Office. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . G-3 Richmaond Post Office. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I-2
Healthcare
1. Beeston Hill Health & Wellness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I-2
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Captain Morgan Distillery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F-4 Caribbean Community Theater (CCT). . . . . . . . . . . . . . I-2 Cruzan Rum Factory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-4 Estate Whim Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-4 Gov. Juan F. Luis Hospital & Medical Center. . . . . . . H-2 Island Center for the Performing Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . H-2 Hams Bluff Lighthouse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-1 Library for the Blind . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-1 Point Udall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P-1 Randall “Doc” James Racetrack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F-4 Salt River National Historic Park & Ecological Preserve. . . G-0 St. Croix Montessori. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N-1 St. Croix Yacht Club. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N-1 St. George Village Botanical Garden . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-4 Sunny Isle Shopping Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-3 University of the Virgin Islands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F-3
Beaches
Buck Island. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M-0 Cane Bay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-1 Colombus Landing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . G-1 Cramer Park. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . O-1 Dorsch Beach. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-4 Rainbow Beach. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-3 Reef Beach. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N-1 Sandy Point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-5 Shoy Beach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . K-1 St. Croix East End Marine Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M-1
FOR YOUR SAFETY “St. Croix, the Island With a Heart” AED Locations Go to stcroixaed.home.comast.net for all current locations; updated constantly. Of interest to our visitors: Cruise Ship Pier, Carambola Golf Course, St. George Village Botanical Gardens & Whim Museum; Cost U Less & Plaza East, hotels, condos, police stations. Download Crowdsav App to your smartphone & press the “Locate AED” button for location & directions to the nearest one. Know where one is closest to where you live, work, pray, play, and shop before you need it!
PETER’S REST CONVENIENCE CENTER Located on Rt. 62 between Rt. 68 and Rt. 70 taking Residential Household Waste, Green Waste, Bulk Waste, Scrap Metal & White Goods plus Household Hazardous Waste. You can also recycle your aluminum and steels cans here to support the Boys & Girls Club. Operated by Virgin Islands Waste Management. Operating Hours — Monday – Friday, 6 am – 7 pm, Saturday & Sunday, 6 am – 5 pm, Holidays, 6 am – 2 pm. Februar y / March 2019 • Page 55
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9. Maria’s Cantina, Pg 27 10. Nauti Bar & Grille, Pg 26 11. Seaside Market & Deli, Pg 27 12. Shupe’s on the Boardwalk, Pg 26 13. 40 Strand Eatery, Pg 25 14. The Courtyard, Pg 26 15. The Mill Boardwalk Bar & Brick Oven Pizza, Pg 25 16. Toast Diner, Pg 25 17. You Are Here, Pg 27
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Watersports
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1. Big Beard’s Adventure Tours, Pg 40 2. Caribbean Sea Adventures, Pg 40 3. Dive Experience, Pg 43
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Coldwell Banker St. Croix Realty, Pg 63 Joe & Julie San Martin at RE/MAX St. Croix, Pg 62 Emeyln Sayre at RE/MAX St. Croix, Pg 62 RE/MAX St. Croix, Pg 2
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THIS NATIONAL PARK COMMEMORATES OUR DANISH HERITAGE (1733-1917).
CHRISTIANSTED WALKING TOUR Let’s start a leisurely walking tour of CHRISTIANSTED at the site of the Old Scale House 1 on the harborfront, known as the Wharf. One section of the 1856 structure displays the scale used in former days to weigh barrels of rum and sugar. The other section holds a bookstore and gift shop as well as an information center about all things St. Croix. This is one of a complex of five buildings comprising the Christiansted National Historic Site, established in 1952, administered by the National Park Service.
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Originally, Government House 6 on King Street, was built as a home for a Danish merchant. That section dates from 1749; another section, the previous town house of a wealthy Danish plantation owner, was joined to it in 1826, together becoming the seat of the Danish West Indies government. The grand staircase and portico were added in 1830, as was the impressive ballroom/reception hall on the second floor by Governor General Peter von Scholten, who had his office and official residence here. The former are open to the public (entrance at mid-building on King Street). The Lutheran Church 7 across Queen Cross Street on King Street, was originally the Dutch Reformed Church, built in the 1740’s and transferred to the Lutherans in 1831, who brought the furnishings here from the Steeple Building. Later, the steeple was added. Walking up Queen Cross Street to Company Street takes you to Apothecary Hall 8 on the left corner, which holds both the tiny Apothecary Museum on Queen Cross Street, open anytime, and in the courtyard the Archaeological Museum, open only Saturdays 10 am-2 pm. Nearby on Company Street is the Old Market 9 , laid out in the original town plan from 1735, and still being used. The well dates from 1863. On this square you will also find the downtown Post Office.
Christiansted National Historic Site Established in 1952, Christiansted National Historic Site was the first unit of the National Park Saystem in the US Virgin Islands. The park’s historic buidings and grounds commemorate the Danish heritage (1733-1917) of the town of Christiansted, St. Croix, which was named in honor of the reigning King of Denmark and Norway, Christian VI. In the 1700s, Christiansted was part of a mercantile system that linked Europe,West Africa, and the Caribbean in the infamous “Triangular Trade.” Christiansted was the first town in the Lesser Antilles to be built on the grid system and to have a building code. Its distinctive colonial architecture reflects the town’s status as capital of the Danish West Indies (1755-1871); the great wealth generated by the export of cane sugar, molasses, and rum; and the influence of government building inspectors. Februar y June / March / July2019 2014 • Page 57
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Tour an early Danish homestead, the Lawaetz Family Museum 1 at Estate Little La Grange on Mahogany Road. Plantation ruins offer 702 visitors a tranquil backdrop for peace and contemplation at the 63 Mt. Washington Labyrinth 2, 2 miles North of Frederiksted. Open every day, year-round. The entrance gate is to the left when you reach the property and parking lot. The Whim Museum 3, on Centerline Road, is a fully-restored sugar cane plantation for self and guided tours and the St. George Village Botanical Garden 4, also on Centerline, showcases 1500 native & exotic species. Award-winning Ridge to Reef Farm 5, on Creque Dam Road, is a USDA Certified Organic Farm with produce, tours, and workshops. The Sandy Point National Wildlife Refuge is .5 mile beyond the west end of the Melvin H. Evans highway. See Events Calendar and Attractions & Tours for more info.
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Governor General Peter von Scholten proclaimed the emancipation of the enslaved population in the Danish West Indies on July 3, 1848, from adjacent Buddhoe Park 2. The park contains a bronze bust of the renowned slave rebellion leader. The Oscar E. Henry Customs House 3 was built in the 1800s. The Freedom Fountain 4, facing the pier, was installed for the Emancipation 150th Anniversary Celebration. After severe damage during a labor insurrection in 1878, the town was rebuilt in Victorian style. Victoria House 5, on Strand Street, and Apothecary Hall 6, 63 on King Cross Street between King and Queen Streets, preserve the Frederksted architecture of that time. Both received storm damage in September. The Visitor’s Bureau 7, is located upstairs on Strand Street above the Frederiksted Mall and next door to the historic light blue building housing the Caribbean Museum Center for the Arts 8. Frederiksted is home to a number of historic churches, including St. Paul’s Episcopal Church 9, Holy Trinity Lutheran Church 10, Friedensberg Moravian Church 11, and St. Patrick Roman Catholic Church 12. The newly restored Old Danish School 13, on Hospital Street and Market Street, is a handsome building. At Strand and Queen Cross Streets is the Athalie McFarlane Petersen Public Library 14, built in 1803. The Market Place 15, is still in use today, as it was in 1751 at the founding of Frederiksted.
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The Discovery and Resurrection of a Lost Plantation Tony and Nancy Ayer's Estate Mount Washington
by Nina York It is hard to believe that on this tiny island, 84 square miles in all, there are areas unexplored that can yield ruins of a former sugar plantation with its many structures. To be sure, when driving around St. Croix you spot many mementos of the past, the remnants of the numerous windmills that were prominently situated for optimum efficiency. But since sugar plantations covered 80% of the island around the early 1800’s, and over 150 of them were active as generators of huge profits, we realize that the tropical forest, known as “bush” has overtaken many other important plantation structures today. With all these parts, each plantation was a town unto itself, some with several hundred enslaved inhabitants. We actually know that there are named former plantations that are still hidden in the bush, presenting an interesting challenge to explorers. Such was the experience that ensued for Anthony (known as Tony) Ayer and his wife Nancy back in 1982. Tony’s mother and stepfather, along with his 2 brothers, had moved here in the 1940’s when Tony was eight. He grew up at Estate Northside north of Frederiksted in a historic residence, attending school stateside and later college at Cornell University. But the island and its history intrigued him and he returned after graduation. Meanwhile his stepfather and mother had
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developed St. Croix’s Hotel Carlton and golf course in 1952; Tony and stepfather Dick Richards started Richards and Ayer Real Estate office, the first real estate office in Frederiksted in 1960. Over the years, a large tract of land that included Estate Mt. Washington had had many owners but it had not been more than marginally developed. A Danish immigrant Lauritz Tranberg, who married locally and had 7 children, decided to sell part of his holdings in that area, and this was bought by an investor group assembled by Tony to acquire not only Mt. Washington but two other estates totaling over 200 acres and an attractive beach. The lush rainforest growth in the area inw w w.stcroix thisweek.com
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trigued Tony and his wife Nancy, and on a hike through the jungle they stumbled on impressive ruins they had never known about. It was the dawn of a dream to make the restoration of this great estate their life’s mission. Tony’s deep involvement with the St. Croix Landmarks Society prompted a lot of his commitment to historic restoration. This was the start of the restoration of Estate Mt. Washington, an incredible drama described in great detail in a new full-color book featuring a spectacular array of photographs. From the clearing of the site, including relocating a pig farm that occupied and did not enhance the property, to getting the drawings of the original structures from the archives in Denmark, hiring an architect, Tony’s nephew Peter Ayer, and hiring capable local crews for clearing and later reconstructing the vast complex, are all described in colorful detail. The many obstacles they were faced with did not deter them because their vision of the completion was so clear to both. But decisions had to be made how to create a home for the family with comforts of the present day without compromising the historic authenticity of the structures. The idea was not to recreate a sugar plantation or rum factory, since instead of cane fields the dense forest was still part of the property. But the ruins could be stabilized and help tell a story about their former function, and so it turned out. The former stables became a lovely antique shop run by Nancy, who furnished their home with exquisite taste, primarily with an important, notable collection of antique West Indian
mahogany furnishings. Much of the property became a citrus farm and in more recent years Nancy created a Labyrinth that is open at no cost to the public, as are the 18 century ruins. The residence itself remains private. The Ayers have offered the property for sale, furnished, and are confident that a new buyer will preserve its historic significance. This book is a love story detailing a long and challenging undertaking by two people of great vision and great generosity. We think it will find a place on many island coffee tables and on those of visitors enchanted by the history and beauty of St. Croix. ESTATE MOUNT WASHINGTON Book Sales and Signings February 15 Undercover Books & Gifts, Gallows Bay. February 23 Caribbean Museum Center for the Arts, Frederiksted.
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Beeston Hill Health & Wellness – 340-778-8888 We’re a comprehensive athletic and medical facility with chiropractic care, physical therapy, and rehabilitative services, and a fullyequipped gym and fitness complex. With a full weight floor, there’s all you need to build mass and strength. We offer a separate Cardio Studio with treadmills, stair climbers, bikes and rowing machines. A 25-meter pool, steam room, yoga and stretching areas round it out. Sign up for one of our group fitness classes from RealRyder 360 Cycling to Step, Pilates, Boot Camps and Dance. Personal training with certified personal trainers by appointment. Our new Café serves up juices, smoothies, and healthy meals. Gym open Mon – Fri (5am – 9pm), Sat & Sun (7am – 3pm). Café open Mon – Fri, 7am – 4 pm. Rehab Center open Mon, Wed, Fri (7:30am – 7pm), Tues & Thurs (7:30am – 1 pm). www.beestonhealth.com
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The Fred’s Spa — 340-777-FRED (3733) Experience the hip vibe of St. Croix’s newest beachfront, boutique resort & spa. YOU can get a makeover even while our hotel is still undergoing its own! Select from massages, energy work, wraps & masques to relax and unwind or let our master aesthetician, Felix Koziarski, diagnose your skin and advise you on the best treatments. We’re proud to offer the very best Zenz Therapy & Dermalogica products. Open Mon – Fri, 10 am – 4 pm; Sat & Sun, by appointment. Book Online at RelaxWithFred.com or give us a call. Men’s & Women’s Euro-Cuts & Styles by John Eland available Fri, 9am–4pm. Pampered VI — 340-773-7728 Tucked away in downtown Christiansted (King Street at the Kalmia Center), we’re a boutique spa offering exceptional, personal services. We aim to create an unforgettable client experience—let us show you what sets us apart! Luscious lashes, flawless skin, relaxing massage? We have you covered. Arrive early to enjoy our facility; beautiful showers and an infrared sauna available. The Center includes The Courtyard for healthy, locally-sourced juices, smoothies, and more! Have your next party with us! Group packages available, or let us come to you with mobile services! Book Online and see a full list of our services! Pamper Yourself! www.pamperedvi.com, Facebook.
Deep Tissue Massage Therapy is beneficial in releasing chronic muscle tension and reducing stress hormone levels and heart rate while boosting mood and relaxation and improving posture. This type of massage reaches the deepest layer of muscles and tendons, breaking down tense areas that may cause pain and inflammation, limiting motion of the muscles and joints. Aromatherapy uses natural oils extracted from flowers and plants to enhance psychological and physical well-being. Benefits include its ability to reduce anxiety, ease depression, boost energy levels, speed up the healing process, eliminate headaches, boost cognitive performance, induce sleep, strengthen the immune system, reduce pain, improve digestion and increase circulation. Reflexology uses pressure to the feet and hands with thumb, finger, and hand techniques and without the use of oil or lotion, to help organs and glands via the body’s energetic pathways. In use for thousands of years, benefits include stimulating nerve function, increasing energy, boosting circulation, inducing a deep relaxation, and eliminating toxins from the body. Body Wraps are a pampering experience to improve the texture and appearance of the skin by helping to rid the body of excess fluids and toxins. Benefits include detoxification, boosting of the lymphatic system and metabolism, body contouring, skin tightening and softening, and balance depending on the type of wrap chosen—aroma, seaweed, sea salt, and others. Facials are a skin care treatment for the face using steam, exfoliation, extraction, creams, lotions, facial masks, peels, and massage. They deeply cleanse and help fight certain skin problems, such as mild acne or dryness. Treatments leave faces glowing and are typically very relaxing, as they include a massage component. A sauna is a room designed as a place to experience dry or wet heat sessions andhas a strong impact on your health and wellbeing. The heat relieves stress, relaxes muscles, soothes aches and pains, cleanses the skin, induces a deeper sleep, improves cardiovascular performance, burns calories, and helps fight illness by boosting the immune system; emerge relaxed and revived! w w w.stcroix thisweek.com
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Tropical Therapy - 340-773-5333 You will love visiting us in our tranquil setting with eight treatment rooms. Highly reputable, our therapists are Nationally Certified and Virgin Islands licensed. We offer Therapeutic and Deep Tissue Massage, Stone Massage, Foot Reflexology and Rolfing. Dermalogica products, the number 1 choice of skin care professionals, are used exclusively for Facials to deep-cleanse, exfoliate and hydrate your skin. Other treatments include Microdermabrasion and Microcurrent. All of this helps to make us St. Croix’s # 1 spa since 1990. Read more about our many treatments on our website. We are conveniently located above the post office in Gallows Bay where parking is right across the street. Open Monday through Saturday, 9 am to 5 pm with some flexibility in there; some Sundays are available. www.tropicaltherapyvi.com
Urzola Dentistry - 650-587-4960 Dr. Esteban Urzola is an Aesthetic and Implant Specialist based in San Hose, Costa Rica. What makes him unique is the verifiable fact that he is one of the few dental practitioners who is board-certified as a Specialist in Oral Implantology by the Costa Rican College of Dentistry. He has an in-house laboratory which utilizes the Zirkonzahn Milling Machine, the most advanced in dental prosthetic manufacturing technology. Dr Urzola has made it his professional mission to serve a global network of communities seeking better treatment options for dental care at a reasonable price while maintaining a high degree of quality, integrity, and affordability in the work that he delivers. His dental practices are located in highly touristic areas, surrounded by restaurants, cafes, and boutique stores. www. urzoladentistry.com
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1. Starting with the most obvious, St. Croix is so beautiful – the clear skies, the sparkling clear, blue waters, the near-constant cooling trade winds, the night sky filled with stars. 2. We are a food lover’s paradise. From the locavore movement to four-hour slow-down dinners on a farm in the rainforest. From Caribbean street vendors and food trucks to the popular St. Croix Food and Wine experience with visiting celebrity chefs. 3. The 45-minute commute with bumper-tobumper traffic that you may be used to, you won’t find here! The closest thing to a traffic jam may be waiting for a heard of goats to cross the road. Less commute means more time to do the things you love - time with family and friends, sports, exercise, reading. 4. A beautiful sandy beach is never far away. Choose one for a quiet morning walk or a colorful snorkel. You’ll never have to jostle for towel space!
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STARS SHOPPING
ST. CROIX Sky Watch FEBRUARY / MARCH 2019
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.
By: Tom Lesser, formerly Senior Lecturer at the American Museum-Hayden Planetarium and frequent island visitor.
February Moon Phases
March Moon Phases
New Moon........................4 Feb. First Quarter...................12 Feb. Full Moon........................19 Feb. Last Quarter...................26 Feb.
New Moon....................... 6 Mar. First Quarter...................14 Mar. Full Moon........................20 Mar. Last Quarter...................27 Mar.
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FEBRUARY AND MARCH ARE STAR SHOWS. In February, the bright stars of Orion are almost overhead, Sirius is high in the southeast, Procyon is northeast of Sirius, high in the northeast are Castor and Pollux, Capella is high in the northern sky, and Canopus is low in the south. In March they have all moved toward the western part of the sky
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igh in the sky are seven bright stars that form one of the best known constellations or star groups; Orion the Hunter. Two bright stars mark his shoulders, Betelgeuse and Bellatrix; two more bright stars his knees, Saiph and Rigel; and three mark his belt, Alnitak, Anilam and Mintala. To the south of Orion you will again come to the bright star Sirius, in Canis Major, the Great Hunting Dog. Canis Major is one of Orion’s two hunting dogs. North of Sirius and West of Orion is a bright star, of course fainter than Sirius, this is Procyon, marking Canis Minor, the Lesser Hunting Dog. To the north of Procyon are two bright stars of about the same brightness, Castor and Pollux. These stars mark the heads of twin brothers, the Gemini Twins. These two sons of Jupiter traveled with Jason and the Argonauts in the quest for the Golden Fleece. Pollux
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was renowned for his accomplishments with arms and as a fighter. His brother Castor was famous for his mastery of horses. If it is clear and dark, look between the stars of Gemini and the stars of Orion and you will see a hazy band of whitish light arcing across the sky. This is the Milky Way our city of stars in the universe. The hazy band is caused by the combined light of millions of stars so far away that you cannot see them as individual points of light, but rather their light combines into this hazy band. East of the Gemini Twins and north of Orion is a bright red star, Aldebaran, the red right eye of Taurus, the Bull. Taurus may be one of the oldest constellations created by humans. Some four thousand years ago it marked the location of the Sun at the beginning of Spring and the Bull was known as the “Bull of light”. In Egypt, Assyria
and elsewhere people worshipped the Bull. February finds Mars high in the western sky after sunset, Jupiter high and Venus lower in the eastern sky before dawn. In the early evening in March, Mars is high in the western sky and is seen against the background of stars of Aries, the Ram. Jupiter rises in the southeast around 1:15 a.m. and is seen east of Antares, in Scorpius and Saturn rises around 3:00 a.m. in Sagittarius. If you are up early in the morning, before the Sun overpowers the night, the very, very Bright Venus will dominate the northeastern sky. On March 20th the Sun will shine directly over the equator and this will be the first day of Spring in the Northern Hemisphere and the first day of Autumn in the Southern Hemisphere. w w w.stcroix thisweek.com
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