St. Croix This Week Magazine - January 2015

JANUARY 2015

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ST. CROIX THIS WEEK

Guiding Visitors & Locals for 44 Years

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50th Anniversary Year

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TABLE OF CONTENTS Dec / Jan 2015

Crucian Christmas Traditions & Crucian Christmas Carnival Schedule..................... 3 Duty-Free Allowance....................................................... 8 Farm Fresh — Where To Find It................................... 22 Galangal’s Evolving........................................................ 25 Meet Cover Artist Ken Daley......................................... 36 VI Bridal Guide — Devil In the Details........................ 38 Our Danish Connection — VELKOMMEN!............... 39 A Tradition of Holiday Giving & Goodwill Endures... 39 A Family Who Found Their Way to the Water............. 41 Swim With the Dolphins!.............................................. 46 Always Remember to Drive Left.................................... 48 Island Worship............................................................... 49 Christiansted National Historic Site............................. 57 St. Croix’s National Parks, Part 2................................... 59 A Week in the Life.......................................................... 63

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Cover Artist

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FEATURES

Susan Wall

LEISURE

Events Calendar..................................................... 4-7 Shopping...................................................................8 Easy Shopping Guide..............................................10 Dining......................................................................22 Easy Dining Guide..................................................32 Restaurant Entertainment......................................32 Attractions & Tours.................................................34 Island Art.................................................................36 Island Weddings......................................................38 Watersports.............................................................40 Recreation/Beaches.................................................47 Treat Yourself...........................................................60

Ken Daley self portrait.

ON THE COVERS DECEMBER 2014 “Christiansted” Acrylic on Canvas

DESTINATION ST. CROIX

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

Don Diddams

MAPS

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

LIVING

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

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Publisher...................................................Frances Newbold Art Director.......................................................Kevin Amsler Managing Editor................................................. Susan Wall Distribution................................................. Debbie Bradley Mocko Jumbies. www.stcroix thisweek .com

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

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

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

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

On behalf of the people and Government of the United States Virgin Islands, I applaud St. Croix This Week magazine for highlighting the best in entertainment, siteseeing, dining, shopping, and a myriad of recreational activities available on St. Croix. Both residents and visitors will find on page after page of this helpful resource guide eyecatching attractions, on-island features, and other points of interest.

Whether with family, friends, or on your own, this magazine has the inside track and advance view of all the upcoming events and activities on the “Big Island.”

St. Croix’s relaxing beaches and rolling hillsides are the perfect complement for a weekend get-away, and the downtown shopping and restaurants in Christiansted and Frederiksted offer a variety of choices. There are hiking tours, snorkeling and scuba excursions, rainforest sights, and an abundance of other natural and cultural attractions throughout the island. The options for fun and entertainment are truly limitless, and St. Croix This Week provides immediate access to all of St. Croix’s major attractions, while highlighting those that are off-the-beaten path.

As the largest of the U.S. Virgin Islands, St. Croix has a natural beauty that is both charming and awe-inspiring. Its wondrous landscapes, hillside views, oceanfronts, and downtown areas tell the story of an island rich in culture and history. The influence from Denmark is readily visible in our architecture and windmills, offering a pleasant introduction to the experience of our people of strong Caribbean traditions.

With a long history of providing the inside scoop on the latest and best in family fun and island excursion entertainment, St. Croix This Week truly captures the beat and pulse of our people. It is my pleasure to extend best wishes to all readers of St. Croix This Week for a safe and enjoyable experience in paradise.

We hope you will enjoy our home as much as we enjoy hosting you.

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Crucian Christmas Traditions

by Nina York Tradition plays a large role in the Virgin Islands and, back in former days of slavery, Christmas and Easter were the only times the enslaved population were given time off. That called for celebration, which consisted of dressing up in costumes, masquerading, and making calls at other plantations, where dancing and merrymaking marked these gatherings. But with religious life playing a large role, churchgoing to celebrate the birth of Christ was and remains a major seasonal activity.

“A Majestic Scene for Crucian Carnival 2014-2015” Crucian Christmas Carnival Schedule of Events DECEMBER 7, 7 PM Carnival Princess Pageant St. Croix Educational Complex DECEMBER 13, 5 AM J’ouvert Morning Bassin Triangle to Canegata Ball Park DECEMBER 13, 8 PM Mini Village (One Night) Canegata Ball Park

The official Crucian Christmas Carnival today extends for a whole month, from early December to a Three Kings Day parade the first week in January. But preparations for the celebrations and elaborate parade costumes begin months ahead.

DECEMBER 13, 8 PM Party Soca Monarch Preliminaries Caribbean Community Theater DECEMBER 14, 8 PM Calypso Elimination Show Preliminaries Gertrude’s Restaurant

St. Croix Teen Royalty.

Crucian Christmas Carnival

DECEMBER 21, 7 PM Miss St. Croix Queen Pageant Island Center DECEMBER 26, 7 PM Opening of Carnival Village Frederiksted DECEMBER 27, 8 PM Party Soca Monarch Finals Carnival Village, Frederiksted DECEMBER 29, 8 PM Cultural Night Carnival Village, Frederiksted

Parade Trouper.

DECEMBER 30, 11 AM – 8 PM Food Fair, Budhoe Park, Frederiksted

Susan Wall

Starting with a prince and princess pageant, later a competition for the queen title, a calypso monarch singing contest for adults and youngsters, a band competition and musical theme selection all draw crowds to their venues, and the festival village and amusement park with booths offering traditional food and drink, cultural performances and trinkets for sale continue for two weeks.

Donkey races, and early morning tramps into town are other popular activities, but nothing equals the excitement of the parades at the end of the festivities – first the delightful children’s parade, where steel pan orchestras from schools and churches and groups of majorette twirlers vie for being the favorite of the crowds along the King Street route in Frederiksted. The following day, the Three Kings Day adult parade is the grand finale, featuring over a hundred troupes, floats, and individual entries – an extravaganza to the beat of loud music, bodies swaying, fantastic costumes, pageantry and pulsating energy and merriment, starting be-

UMB Twirlers.

Crucian Christmas Carnival

fore noon and continuing until after dark. Large crowds line the parade route, and vendors of food and drink are interspersed. The village closes the following day with an old-time Calypso Show that evening.

Frederiksted is the main venue of the festival because of its wide streets for the parades, but Christiansted has its tramp and mini-festival kickoff with a food fair, vendors, and rides for the children at Canegata Ball Park on December 13.

Additional activities, not part of the official program but equally anticipated every year are the Boxing Day horse races and, in Christiansted harbor, the lighted Boat Parade.

Santa Claus appears for many occasions, starting with Christmas Spoken Here at the St. George Village Botanical Garden followed by the Gallows Bay Christmas Festival. Check Events Calendar for dates and times.

DECEMBER 30, 8 PM Latin Night Carnival Village, Frederiksted JANUARY 1, 8 PM Calypso Show Finals, Island Center JANUARY 1, 5 AM J’ouvert (Roast-A-Time) Ann Abramson Bus Station to Carnival Village JANUARY 2, 10 AM Children’s Parade From Claude O. Markoe School to King Street JANUARY 2, 8 PM Reggae Night, Carnival Village JANUARY 3, 10 AM Adult’s Parade From Claude O. Markoe School to King Street JANUARY 4, 8 PM Old-time Calypso Show, Carnival Village FOR MORE INFORMATION: www.stxcarnival.com Facebook, Crucian Christmas Carnival December 2014 / January 2015 • Page 3

Events - St. Croix DECEMBER 2014 / JANUARY 2015

CRUISE ARRIVALS DECEMBER 2014 Wed, December 3 Thu, December 4 Sat, December 6 Sun, December 7 Mon, December 15 Wed, December 17 Sat, December 20 Sun, December 21 Mon, December 29 Wed, December 31

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8 AM Adventure 8 AM Summit 8 AM Norwegian Pearl 8 AM Maasdam 9 AM Norwegian Pearl 7 AM Eurodam 8 AM Adventure 7:15 AM Jewel 8 AM Summit 8 AM Constellation 9 AM Norwegian Pearl 7 AM Eurodam 7 AM Jewel 8 AM Adventure

Constellation Jewel Adventure Summit Jewel Constellation Adventure Summit Jewel Explorer

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

BRAVO TOURS FROM DENMARK Tues, December 23 2014 Tues, January 6 2015 Tues, January 20 2015

ONGOING MONDAYS, 5 PM Crab Races Fort Christian Brew Pub The hermit crabs crawl; you cheer them on!

For info, call (340) 713-9820

MONDAY, 6 PM Caribbean Night The Palms at Pelican Cove Enjoy a buffet of island favorites, with Mocko Jumbies, fire dancers & live music! $30 pp; $25 pp for children ages 12 & under.

For reservations, call (340) 718-8920 FIRST TUESDAYS, 6 PM Wine Club The Galleon Taste fine wines paired with hors’d oeuvres.

For reservations, call (340) 718-9948 TUESDAYS, 7 PM Beach Bar-B-Que & Floor Show Harbormaster Beach Club Take a short ferry ride to Hotel on the Cay for an all-you-can-eat beach BBQ with Steel Pan Music, Mocko Jumbies, Broken Bottle & Limbo Dancing + Fire Eating! $30 pp.

For reservations, call (340) 773-2035 TUESDAYS & FRIDAYS, 9 AM-11 PM Nursery Open St. George Village Botanical Garden Shop here for beautiful tropical plants!

For info, call (340) 692-2874 WEDNESDAYS, 5 PM Crab Races Divi Carina Bay Resort The hermit crabs crawl; you cheer them on!

For info, call (340) 773-9700 WEDNESDAYS, 7-9 PM Trivia Night The Palms at Pelican Cove Test your knowledge at this fun evening event.

For info, call (340) 718-8920 FIRST & THIRD WEDNESDAYS, 11:30 AM Lunch in the Garden St. George Village Botanical Garden Enjoy a 3-course luncheon prepared by culinary students from St. Croix Career & Technical Education Center. There’s an ever-changing gourmet menu. $20 pp Garden members, $25 non-members. Call, (340) 692-2874 FIRST WEDNESDAYS CORE LUNCH, 11:30 AM cafe fresco, Christiansted SECOND WEDNESDAYS CORE LUNCH, 11:30 AM Turtle’s Deli, Frederiksted Buy lunch & hear updates on the territory’s lionfish management plans & what’s new in lionfish research around the globe. Sponsored

by CORE (Caribbean Oceanic Outreach and Restoration). For info, call (340) 201-2340

Gallows Bay Christmas Festival, December 10.

Quiana Duncan

THURSDAYS, 6 PM BUFFET, 8 PM ENTERTAINMENT West Indian Style BBQ & Floor Show Divi Carina Resort & Casino Come hear a steel pan band & see Mocko Jumbies; traditional West Indian buffet. $35 pp; $19 pp for children ages 12 & under.

For reservations, call (340) 773-9700 x 732 FRIDAYS, 5:30 PM Crab Races Deep End Bar & Restaurant, Tamarind Reef Hotel The hermit crabs crawl; you cheer them on!

For info, call (340) 773-4455 SECOND FRIDAYS, 6:15 PM Wine Club Beach Side Café Enjoy sampling fine wines paired with hors d’ oeuvres. For reservations, call (340) 772-1205 or (340) 772-1266

DECEMBER 2014 DECEMBER 3, 8 AM-3 PM Crucian Fusion: Chef’s Farmers Market Agricultural Fair Grounds See what grows on St. Croix! Free. For info, call (340) 719-5455 or (340) 277-4834 DECEMBER 3, 6, 7, 15, 17, 20, 21, 29 & 31, 8:40 AM Frederiksted Historic Walking Tour Meet at Freedom Statue, across from Frederiksted Pier for a 2 ½-hour guided tour of historic Frederiksted hosted by CHANT (Crucian Heritage & Nature Tourism). $20 pp. For reservations, call (340) 719-5455 or (340) 277-4834 DECEMBER 3, 6, 7, 15, 17, 20, 21, 29 & 31, 8:45 AM Mount Washington Nature Walk & Tour Meet at Rainbow Beach Parking Lot, Frederiksted for a 3 ½-hour guided tour of a Danish estate with native Bush Doctor (herbalist) Veronica Gordon

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S U N S E T J A Z Z , D E C E M B E R 1 9 & J A N UA RY 1 6 , F R E D E R I K S T E D & hosted by CHANT (Crucian Heritage & Nature Tourism). Great photo ops! Moderate to strenuous hike.$55 pp. Call (340) 719-5455 or (340) 277-4834

DECEMBER 12, 15 & 17, 6 PM Lecture: ‘Art History, an Ongoing Pursuit’ Henle Studio, Christiansted Artist Cindy Male gives three separate lectures & discussions on Art History. Free. For info, call (340) 690-5403

DECEMBER 3, 6, 7, 15, 17, 20, 21, 29 & 31, 8:45 AM Maroon Ridge Hike Meet at Rainbow Beach Parking Lot, Frederiksted for a 3 ½-hour guided tour of Rainforest attractions led by Ras Lamumba, master gardener, herbalist, naturalist & hosted by CHANT (Crucian Nature & Heritage Tourism). Strenuous hike. $55 pp. Call (340) 719-5455 or (340) 277-4834 DECEMBER 5, TBA Crucian Fusion: Dining & Sailing on Bon Bagay Frederiksted Pier Enjoy dining afloat this 48-foot sailing yacht.

For info, call (340) 719-5455 or (340) 277-4834 DECEMBER 5, 6 PM ‘Rockin Around the Christmas Tree’ Gala St. George Village Botanical Garden Enjoy fabulous fifties food, amazing array of live & silent auction items & prizes for dance & costumes. $125 pp. For info, call (340) 692-2874 DECEMBER 6, 3 PM On Stage – The Mysterious Case of the Missing Ring Caribbean Community Theatre The Calico Cat Company presents a variety show for all ages. Directed by Jan Hart & Sonja Sundaram. Cost: $5 pp adults & teens; $2 pp for children age 12 and under. For info, call 778-1983 or 718-4229 DECEBER 6, 6-11 PM Crucian Fusion: Traditional Gone Gourmet Fort Frederik, Frederiksted Come taste the culinary offerings of our guest & local chefs at this food competition & celebration of traditional Crucian cuisine. $50 pp.

For info, call (340) 719-5455 or (340) 277-4834 DECEMBER 7, 11 AM-5 PM Christmas Spoken Here St. George Village Botanical Garden Scores of craft vendors, sales in the Nursery & the Museum Store, food & drink vendors, a White Reindeer Flea Market, children’s activities, Christmas Choirs & Santa photos. $5 adults; Children under 12, free.

For info, call (340) 692-2874 DECEMBER 10, 5-7 PM Gallows Bay Christmas Festival Gallows Bay Join the Gallows Bay merchants for holiday cheer with traditional holiday music and dance by the WDY Cultural Dancers & a visit by Santa at Undercover Books & Gifts. Donations for www.stcroix thisweek .com

DECEMBER 12, 5 PM Art Show: ‘Harrowing of Hell’ Caribbean Museum Center for the Arts Check out the mixed media sculptures by Kevin Rames. Show runs through January 10. For info, (340) 772 -2622 or visit www.cmcarts.org

St. Croix Christmas Boat Parade, December 13.

Trish Rhodes

holiday pictures with Santa by Q Studios, LLC benefit the Queen Louise Home. For info, call (340) 719-1567 DECEMBER 11, 4:29-7 PM 2nd Thursday Happy Hour Caribbean Museum Center for the Arts Works of local artists & chefs are featured along with live music. Donation, $8. For info, call (340) 772 -2622 or visit www.cmcarts.org DECEMBER 11, 5 PM Art Show: ‘Blurred Lines’ Caribbean Museum Center for the Arts This group exhibition, through January 10, features Niarus Walker, John Jones & Gail Widmer.

For info, (340) 772 -2622 or visit www.cmcarts.org DECEMBER 11, 5:30-6:30 PM National Park Lecture Series Danish West India & Guinea Company Warehouse Michael Morgan, UVI Agricultural Experiment Station, discusses the history of agroforestry in the Caribbean during this NPS-hosted event.

For info, call (340) 773-1460

ST. CROIX THIS WEEK

Space Closing for the Feb / Mar issue - Dec 15th

DECEMBER 13, 8:30-10 AM Reptile Ramble Sandy Point National Wildlife Refuge Join SEA (St. Croix Environmental Association) & the US Fish & Wildlife Service for a look at St. Croix reptiles. Bring sunscreen, old, comfortable shoes & drinking water. Free.

To register, call (340) 773-1989 DECEMBER 13, 10 AM-2 PM Wild Edible and Medicinal Plant Workshop Mount Victory Camp Eco-Lodge Explore & sample the edible green world & learn how to avoid the poisonous ones. Make your own tincture & salve! $25 pp. Bring a lunch. To register, call (340) 201-7983 DECEMBER 13, 6 PM St. Croix Christmas Boat Parade Christiansted Harbor Watch festively decorated boats sail through the harbor, followed by a fireworks display. Shops & restaurants stay open late. Local vendors line the Boardwalk; live music.

For info, call (340) 690-0006 or (340) 643-0555 DECEMBER 14 St. Croix International Marathon – 26.2 miles St. Croix International Half-Marathon – 13.1 miles. 1st Finish The Fight – 4 mile Run/Walk (Benefits American Cancer Society) VI Pace Runners hosts these events. For info, times & start locations, call (340) 643-2557 DECEMBER 14, 10 AM-3 PM Bamboo Bow Making Mount Victory Camp Eco-Lodge Learn the art of bow-making & go home with a functional piece of art. $25 PP. Bring a lunch.

To register, call (340) 201-7983 or email mountvictorycamp@gmail.com DECEMBER 15, 10 AM-6 PM Customer Appreciation Day Rustico, Northside Road Celebrate our 13th anniversary with a store-wide sale & refreshments! For our family |& friends. For info, call (340) 718-7257 December 2014 / January 2015 • Page 5

Events - St. Croix

JAZZ IN THE PARK, DECEMBER 26 & JANUARY 30, CHRISTIANSTED BANDSTAND JANUARY 4, 6, 10, 14, 15, 17, 18, 20, 21, 22, 26 & 31, 8:45 AM Mount Washington Nature Walk & Tour Meet at Rainbow Beach Parking Lot, Frederiksted for a 3 ½-hour guided tour of a Danish estate with native Bush Doctor (herbalist) Veronica Gordon, hosted by CHANT (Crucian Heritage & Nature Tourism). Great photo ops! Moderate to strenuous hike. $55 pp. For reservations, call (340) 719-5455 or (340) 277-4834

DECEMBER 17, 18, 19 & 20, 5:30-8:30 PM Old-Time Crucian Christmas Estate Whim Museum A festive family event open to all. Free!

For info, call (340) 772-0598 or visit www.stcroixlandmarks.org DECEMBER 17, 5-7 PM Book Signing – Michael Connors Undercover Books & Gifts, Gallows Bay Caribbean design expert, author & historian, Michael Connors signs his newest book “HAVANNA MODERN: Twentieth Century Architecture and Interiors.” For info, call (340) 719-1567 DECEMBER 18, 5-8 PM Art Sale Henle Studio, Christiansted Annual holiday sale on Henle art, books & films. Photographs by Fritz & Tina Henle.

Etchings, paintings & giclee prints by Maria Henle. For info, call (340) 690-5403 DECEMBER 18, 5-8 PM Art Thursday Christiansted Visit more than a dozen galleries and shops that show the works of local artists.

Stay after for dinner in town. This Art Walk is a favorite of visitors & locals!

For info, call (340) 719-1201 DECEMBER 19, 6-8 PM Sunset Jazz Clock Tower, Buddhoe Park, Frederiksted Bring a beach chair or blanket & listen to local & international jazz artists. Food & beverages available for sale. Free.

DECEMBER 20 & 21, 9 AM-3 PM Art in the Courtyard Polly’s at the Pier Shop for the holiday! Local arts & crafts vendors sponsored by the Artists Guild of St. Croix.

For info, call (386) 237-8414 DECEMBER 26, 5:30-7:30 PM Jazz in the Park Ft. Christiansvaern Bandstand Bring blanket, chairs, coolers & friends! For info, call (340) 277-3914 or (340) 332-4055 DECEMBER 22, 5-7 PM Book Signing – Tiphanie Yanique Undercover Books & Gifts, Gallows Bay Virgin Islander Tiphanie Yanique, “How to Escape from a Leper Colony”, “I Am the Virgin Islands” & “Land of Love and Drowning,” was recently featured on NPR. For info, call (340) 719-1567

“Blurred Lines” at Caribbean Museum Center for the Arts, December 11.

John Jones

DECEMBER 27, 7 PM Movie Night Ft. Christiansvaern The National Park Service invites you to pack a picnic to enjoy during the movie, but pack up all trash afterwards. Bathrooms available.

To see what’s playing, visit: facebook.com/stcroixmoviesatthefort DECEMBER 28, 3:30-5:30 PM Bird Watch: Ducks!

See blue-winged teal & other ducks on St. Croix!

Bring binoculars & field guides. Wear old, shoes & bring a hat, insect repellant & drinking water.

Free for SEA (St. Croix Environmental Association) members & kids; $10 for others.

To register, call (340) 773-1989 DECEMBER 30, 5:30 PM 4th Annual FARM B-Que Ridge to Reef Farm Celebrate the farm’s holiday traditional Pig Roast & Music Concert. BYOB & chair. $25 pp.

For reservations, call (340) 220-0466

JANUARY 2015 JANUARY 4, 6, 10, 14, 15, 17, 18, 20, 21, 22, 26 & 31, 8:40 AM Frederiksted Historic Walking Tour Meet at Freedom Statue, across from Frederiksted Pier for a 2 ½-hour guided tour of historic Frederiksted hosted by CHANT (Crucian Heritage & Nature Tourism). $20 pp. For reservations, call (340) 719-5455 or (340) 277-4834

JANUARY 4, 6, 10, 14, 15, 17, 18, 20, 21, 22, 26 & 31, 8:45 AM Maroon Ridge Hike Meet at Rainbow Beach Parking Lot, Frederiksted for a 3 ½-hour guided tour of Rainforest attractions led by Ras Lamumba, a master gardener, herbalist, & naturalist, hosted by CHANT (Crucian Nature & Heritage Tourism). Strenuous hike. $55 pp. Call (340) 719-5455 or (340) 277-4834 JANUARY 8, 4:29-7 PM 2nd Thursday Happy Hour Caribbean Museum Center for the Arts Works of local artists & chefs are featured along with live music. Donation: $8. For info, call (340) 772 -2622 or visit www.cmcarts.org JANUARY 8, 5:30-6:30 PM National Park Lecture Series Danish West India & Guinea Company Warehouse The National Park Service holds monthly lectures that discuss topics regarding current research at the islands’ three National Parks.

For info, call (340) 773-1460 JANUARY 10, 9 AM-NOON Estate Hermitage & Parasol Mill Hike Meet across from the entrance to Carambola Golf Course for this moderate hike led by Ras Lumumba, sharing his natural and cultural history knowledge. Bring sturdy shoes, hats, water, snacks, cameras & binoculars. Free for SEA (St. Croix Environmental Association) members & kids; $10 for others. To register, (340) 773-1989 JANUARY 11, 5:30 PM Ridge to Reef Farm Pig Roast Little La Grange, Frederiksted Enjoy the New Year with good food, music & friends. Smokey’s Farmland Band live in concert.

BYOB. $25 pp donation. Call, (340) 220-0466 JANUARY 15, 10 AM Story Hour at the Garden St. George Village Botanical Garden A volunteer reader shares a botanical story on the Garden grounds. Bring a blanket & snack. $8 for adults, $1 for children 12 & under; Garden members free. For info, call (340) 692-2874

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ART THURSDAY, DECEMBER 18 & JANUARY 15, CHRISTIANSTED! JANUARY 15, 5-8 PM Art Show Henle Studio, Christiansted See original paintings & photo imagery giclees of local landscspes & island motifs by Lyn Voytershark plus Henle art & other artists.

For info, call (340) 690-5403

JANUARY 25, 5 AM The St. Croix Scenic 50 This sunrise to sun-set race enables individual runners or relay teams to see much of St. Croix’s natural beauty. Well-stocked aid stations every 3 to 5 miles. For info, call (340) 244-1430 or email: stcroix50@yahoo.com

JANUARY 15, 5-8 PM Art Thursday Christiansted Visit more than a dozen galleries & shops that show the works of local artists. Stay after for dinner in town. This Art Walk is a favorite of visitors & locals! For info, call (340) 719-1201

JANUARY 25, 10 AM-2 PM Basket Weaving Workshop Mount Victory Camp Eco-Lodge Learn how to weave your own basket out of local vines & twigs. $25 pp. All levels welcome.

Bring a lunch. To register, call (340) 201-7983 or email mountvictorycamp@gmail.com

JANUARY 16, 6-8 PM Sunset Jazz Clock Tower, Buddhoe Park, Frederiksted Bring a beach chair or blanket & listen to local & international jazz artists. Food & beverages available for sale. Free.

JANUARY 30, 5:30-7:30 PM Jazz in the Park Ft. Christiansvaern Bandstand Bring blanket, chairs, coolers & friends!

For info, call (340) 277-3914 or (340) 332-4055

JANUARY 16-19 Ayurvedic Bliss & Detoxification Retreat Renuatum Spa &Yoga Studio Take part in integrated yoga asanas, massage, meditation, healthy organic foods & workshops for an all-encompassing experience.

For reservations, call (340) 201-8289 or visit www.renuatumretreats.com JANUARY 16, 5 PM Art Show: ‘Collectors’ Edition’ Caribbean Museum Center for the Arts View this first in a series of exhibitions of St. Croix art collections. For info, call (340) 772 -2622 or visit www.cmcarts.org JANUARY 16, 6-9 PM JANUARY 17 & 18, 11 AM-4 PM The Art Show Canegata Ball Park Recreation Building Guests vote for a ‘Popular Choice’ painting at the Artists’ Champagne Reception on January 16. $20 pp. Art open to the public January 17 & 18. Free. Hosted by the Artists Guild of St. Croix.

For info, call (386) 237-8414 JANUARY 16 & 17, 7:30 PM Candlelight Concert Series Estate Whim Museum Listen to the classics in a historic setting. $40 pp members; $45 pp non-members.

For reservations, call (340) 772-0598 or visit www.stcroixlandmarks.org JANUARY 17, 1 PM Mardi Croix – Krewe de Barkus Parade Christiansted Boardwalk Come out and participate with your dressed-up www.stcroix thisweek .com

Toni Lance, St. Croix Avian Sanctuary Tour, January 31.

dogs and help us support Animal Welfare. $10 entry. Registration & judging at 1 PM, with parade to follow. Awards at Angry Nate’s at 2 PM. For info, call (340) 332-6801 or (828) 447-3986 JANUARY 18 The Martin Luther King Fort-To-Fort Run VI Pace Runners hosts this 15.5-mile run between the historic forts in Christiansted & Frederiksted. For info & time, call (340) 643-2557 JANUARY 18, 10 AM-3 PM Atl-Atl (spear thrower) Workshop Mount Victory Camp Eco-Lodge The Atl-Atl is a weapon that pre-dated bows and arrows. Learn to make your own & a spear for throwing long distances. $25 pp. Bring a lunch. To register, call (340) 201-7983 or email mountvictorycamp@gmail.com JANUARY 24, 10 AM-NOON Grow & Learn St. George Village Botanical Garden Enjoy the Garden’s series of educational workshops for adults led by local experts & enthusiasts. $5 members; $15 for nonmembers.

For reservations, call (340) 692-2874 JANUARY 24, 2-9 PM SEAStock!

SEA’s (St. Croix Environmental Association) 1960’s-themed fundraiser gets a family twist this year. Kid-friendly activities from 2 – 6 PM followed by live music from 6 – 9 PM. Costumes encouraged, but not required. To register, call (340) 773-1989

JANUARY 31, 9-11 AM St. Croix Avian Sanctuary Tour Southshore Road Toni Lance, Certified Bird Rehabilitator and Falconer, welcomes you to meet the current residents, including peregrine falcons, red-tailed hawk & American kestrels. A special opportunity for an up-close look at birds usually seen only from afar.

Donations to help feed the birds are appreciated & tax deductible. Great for school-aged children 5 & up. To register, call SEA (St. Croix Environmental Association) at (340) 773-1989.

JANUARY 31, 7 PM Movie Night Ft. Christiansvaern The National Park Service invites you to pack a picnic to enjoy during the movie, but pack up all trash afterwards. Bathrooms available.

To see what’s playing, visit: facebook.com/stcroixmoviesatthefort

Save the Date!

9th Annual Holiday Hope Benefit Thursday, December 4, 2014 6:00pm - $40 or 2 unwrapped toys Palms at Pelican Cove Benefits Marines Toys for Tots Boys & Girls Club CASA P. Henry Hospitality Scholarship December 2014 / January 2015 • Page 7

Duty-Free Shopping

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

Duty-Free Allowance “The Duty-Free allowance for US citizens is $1600.00— Double That of Other Islands!”

Check the Easy Shopping Guide on Page 10 to find what you’re looking for. ● When shopping on St. Croix, US citizens can enjoy a Duty-Free Allowance of $1600.00 per person, including children, every 30 days whether buying to pack or mail. This could add up to a $6400.00 joint declaration for a family of four residing in one household and traveling together!

Sonya Ltd. celebrates 50 years in their shop on Company Street with this commemorative bracelet. Sonya Ltd.

COMPANY STREET The Blue Mutt—340-643-7203

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

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

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

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

Cache of the Day – 340-773-3648

Whim”sea”cal treasures await you when you step into this charming colorful shop on historic Company Street in Christiansted. Under the sea critters will delight kids and adults alike from pretty mermaids to cuddly seahorses & turtles as well as puzzles, books & light-up bath tub toys for all ages. You’ll find attractive home décor items such as clever sink strainers, embroidered guest towels, beautifully designed shell & palm tree serving pieces with napkins to match as well as prints & handicrafts from local artists. Sea glass jewelry, fragrant soaps, colorful beach cover-ups, tropical beach bags, the best cards on the island, the cutest shop dog & so much more are just inside the door strung with dancing Mocko Jumbies at #55 Company Street!

● When returning to the US you will be required to fill out a separate customs form for these items. You may be asked to show your receipts so it is important to keep a good record of what you buy.

This Duty-Free Allowance is double the $800.00 limit from other islands, so make your important purchases on St. Croix. ● You may also take 5 cartons of cigarettes and 6 bottles of liquor back as long as 1 of the bottles is a product made in the VI such as Cruzan Rum. Liquor boxes are free to check aboard your return flight! ● Outside this allowance you can mail gifts to friends and relatives (not includ­ ing tobacco and alcohol)—one package a day to the same address up to $100.00 in value with no declaration.

Sonya’s – 340-778-8605

Hook up with the Original- Sonya’s St. Croix Hook.

Located at #1 Company Street since 1964, an introduction to the hand-wrought jewelry at Sonya’s begins with the pleasantly inexpensive hook bracelet which is often imitated, never duplicated. Our designs include: hurricanes, hearts, flowers, sea life, breast cancer awareness, and so much more. All creations are crafted in sterling silver, 14 & 18 karat gold—bracelets, rings, earrings, and pendants. Our loyal customers continue to vote our jewelry #1 in the Virgin Islands.

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

ib designs – 773-4322 (say “eye-bee”)

An island favorite in historic Christiansted, this gallery is home to the distinctive designs of local artist/metalsmith, Whealan Massicott. Whealan has been crafting for over 20 years and is fortunate to have a fabulous team of artisans join him in creating magical jewelry.

Being a musician at heart allows life’s movements, patterns, and rhythms to play out in his raw, organic designs. Ib designs Feel Good Jewelry is a salute to the

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feel good hook bracelets by ib designs.

simplicity of life and to the inspiration of creativity.

Come see our new Om, Gratitude, and Anchor collections.Truly artful, truly unique, truly Caribbean!

Feel Good Jewelry for Feel Good People. Stop in to say hi to Whealan, Kris, and the rest of the ib family.

Find us on Facebook. www.islandboydesigns.com

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

This unique women’s store specializes in batik clothing for women of all sizes, Small to 4X. Island Tribe of St. Croix features a casual line of “patchwork” styles and an “island elegant” signature line. Beaded jewelry, sarongs, scarves, hats in all the vibrant, rich colors of the Caribbean compliment any style. New arrivals weekly. Special orders welcome. Gift certificates available. Great prices and a fun place to shop.

Open Monday through Saturday 10am to 6pm. www.islandtribestcroix.com

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The Broken Compass – 340-626-8251

The Old World meets the New World here at the Broken Compass with a charming mix of upcycled antiques, vintage and new home décor as well as a variety of high quality and unique home accessories, furnishings, and distinctive gifts. The Broken Compass has a little bit of everything from nautical accents to Asian inspirations. You can find the perfect gift for birthday, wedding, housewarming, or just-because. We’re located in an old Great House courtyard up a Danish brick walkway & open Monday – Friday, 10 am – 5 pm and Saturdays from 10 am to 3 pm. “It was a dream to open a store of my own. Looking forward to your visit.”

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Queen Cross Street

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.

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SEE PAGE 3 FOR THE CRUCIAN CHRISTMAS CARNIVAL SCHEDULE! Tropical Bracelet Factory Outlet – 340-719-0672

We are not only a store but an attraction not to be missed specializing in magnificent jewelry made on the premises. See how your special piece is designed, created, and finished through our studio’s glass windows. View our extensive collection of stainless steel, copper, platinum, gold, and silver earrings, pendants, and rings. We have the largest selection of island bracelets, chaney, Larimar, conch, diamonds of all colors and sizes, certified ancient coins, natural pearls including the most unique of them all— “The Queen Conch Pearl.”

Free rum samples from our extensive liquor collection available daily. Stop in for a rare cigar to commemorate your vacation. Known for our locally made crafts and collectables, take home a real souvenir made right here on St. Croix.

Open Monday – Saturday, 10-6pm.

My Girlfriend’s Closet—women’s designer apparel, footwear, & accessories!

Hand-wrought Sterling Tree of Life earrings.

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

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

Be creative. Be intentional. Mon-Sat 10-5pm.

Queen Cross Street www.Joyia.us

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Panache Jewelers – 340-719-6624 Finally, Panache Jewelers has arrived on St. Croix! With over 20 years of fine jewelry experience, Kevin Banani established Panache Jewelers in 2009 to meet the needs of the St Croix customer—fine jewelry inspired by romance, passion, and the beauty of the Virgin Islands. Your Authorized Dealer for Bulova, Seiko, and Michael Kors watches, Pandora, Angelique de Paris bracelets, rings, & earings, Maralago Larimar, Rebecca, & Lauren G. Adams jewelry. Panache also carries a wide assortment of hook bracelets, & 14K gold, silver, & diamond fine jewelry. Distinctive Style. Distinctive Quality. Distinctively You. Come visit Your Ultimate Jewelry Destination on King Street, Christiansted. Open Monday – Saturday, 9:30 - 6 pm and Sundays, 11 -3 pm during Season.

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

Durable, washable Mouflon bags, with several compartments, soften with time; adjustable shoulder strap.

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My Girlfriend’s Closet – 340-514-8008

My Girlfriend’s Closet is a darling boutique that aims to ‘Empower Women Through Fashion’ by offering women’s designer apparel, footwear & accessories intended to celebrate the positive qualities of four girlfriends—the casual bohemian (for an easy going style), the classy professional (for the business woman on-the-go), the comfy athlete (for the fashionably fit) and the chic trendsetter (for the sexy ‘fashionista’). Regardless of which ‘girlfriend’ you are, MGC will celebrate your uniqueness, quench your thirst for trendy fashions &, most

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New, Exclusive Apparel, Accessories & Art

Wednesday - saturday, 11:30am - 5pm 15 King Street, Christiansted Text 340-514-8008

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importantly, empower you while you empower others. After all, what are girlfriends for? For every item purchased, a donation will be made to a charitable organization addressing women’s issues on the island. Now featuring exclusive art by El’Roy Simmonds! Wed – Sat, 11:30 – 5 pm. www.mgcstx.com

Nelthropp & Low – 340-773-0365

Located in the heart of downtown Christiansted, Nelthropp & Low is tucked under the Danish arches at the entrance to Pan Am Pavilion. Inside you’ll find a variety of unique treasures for everyone’s tastes. Voted Best Diamonds in the VI Daily News Reader’s Poll since 2009 & Best Fine Jewelry in 2010, 2012 & 2013, they are the leader in diamond education and experience on St. Croix.

Specialties include custom bridal, jewelry design, handmade island bracelets, Chaney jewelry, men’s titanium & alternative metal jewelry, charm bracelet beads, Australian opals, treasure coins, silver, watches & island-inspired designs. Owner Rob Low has been creating jewelry on St. Croix since 1978, and staff jeweler/gemologist Nicole Gariepy has been working with fine jewelry on island since 1997. www.nelthropp-low.com

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The Purple Papaya – 340-713-9412

Nested in St. Croix’s historic Christiansted, and embedded in the hearts and minds of everyone who has entered through its doors, is the Purple Papaya Souvenir and Gift Shop. The store is loaded with a full line of souvenirs, cold drinks and snacks, the largest selection of embroidered tee shirts and sweatshirts, Hawaiian shirts and dresses, sun tan lotions, sunglasses, towels, hats & caps, disposable cameras, batteries, and quality beach/swimwear for the entire family. So, if you are looking for excellent customer service, and quality merchandise, come on in. It’s the island’s number one spot for ALL your Duty Free shopping, and vacation needs. It’s where you always get more for Le$$!

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

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Baci Duty Free â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 340-773-5040 On the corner of Queen Cross & Strand, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re here to serve your island shopping needs. Elegant stones are set in precious metals by designers such as Vahan. Kattan, Lafonn & Colore; thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a large assortment of handmade island hook bracelets in silver, gold & Black Titanium from The Hook Company; beautiful hand-painted enamel jewelry by Belle Etoile; amazing sterling silver jewelry from â&#x20AC;&#x153;butterfly wingsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; to the Gem of the Caribbeanâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Larimar, or our local chaney.

Consider our authentic treasure coins or South Sea Pearls for a one-of-a kind jewelry purchase.

Sunglasses include Maui Jim, Oakley, Costa, Gucci, Juicy, Marc Jacobs, Polaroid & Suncloud.

We have the best assortment of fine Swiss & fashion watches on St. Croix. Be tempted by our wide selection of liquors, fine bourbons, scotches & rums from around the world plus cigars in our humidor. Stateside packaging service! Open Mon - Sat 10 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 6 pm. www.bacidutyfree.com

The Royal Poinciana â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 340-773-9892

Just a half block from the government parking lot, stop in for Caribbean-made specialties, Sunny Caribee spices, local condiments and jams, metal art, colorful pottery and hostess gifts, The Thymes Ltd. soaps, lotions, and bath gels, cook books, kitchen accessories, and unusual note cards, gourmet coffees and tea, island-design tee dresses and much moreâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;gifts for your friends and family here or back home.

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Crucian Gold- 340-773-5241 Crucian Gold is home to a family of jewelry artisans. Discover how Crucian Goldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s original designs are inspired by the history, people, and natural environment of St. Croix. Visit our studio where we hand make jewelry in our on-site workshop. Enjoy unique silver and gold pieces crafted from recycled and eco-friendly sources.

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

Crucian Gold Shard Necklaces, infinity necklaces, Chaney pendant, and Four Corner hoop earring.

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Live It! Jewelry – 340-227-6380

This unique gallery and the custom creations of artist Sheri Mount have captured the hearts of both locals and tourists alike. Live it!—the name says it all. Sheri’s pieces reflect the energy and influence of real life with an eye for quality. This hand-crafted jewelry embodies Sheri’s passion for design, art and her love of music. Live It! Jewelry has been featured in Los Angeles, Las Vegas, New Orleans, Palm Beach, Miami and New York but you can stop by Sheri’s shop here in St. Croix and witness the creation of these compelling works in person. With her island-inspired signature St. Croix Coin and Longitude and Latitude line or something custom-made just for you, carry your Caribbean memories home with Live it! Jewelry.

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

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Baci Duty Free 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.

Violette Boutique – 340-773-2148

Tropical print Sundresses & Shirts Swimsuits and Sunglasses Sunhats St. Swimsuits Croix Tee &Shirts Sun Hats, Dresses Wooden St., Toys Christiansted Just Steps from the 4 Company Gov’t Parking Lot!

1110 Strand Street, Christiansted

Also across from the Post Office in Gallows Bay

Located in the heart of Christiansted, our staff has offered exceptional service on St.Croix since 1962. We carry European imports at Duty-Free prices. Our lines include fragrances by Vera Wang, Chanel, Givenchy, Lalique, Creed, Issey Miyake, Jean Paul Gaultier, Marc Jacobs, Fendi, and Dolce & Gabbana. Our cosmetic lines include Estee Lauder, Clinique, Lancome, Clarins and Fashion Fair. We also carry a beautiful selection of designer fashion jewelry by Lalique, watches by Gucci, Technomarine, and Swiss Army, bags by Dooney & Bourke, Kipling, and Land, sunglasses by Cartier, and Swiss Army Knives. Call us toll-free 1-800-5445912 or email us at vboutique@aol.com, Like us on Facebook, Keyword: Violette-Boutique.

Nelthropp & Low’s Handcrafted “Chaney” Jewelry.

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Seaside Market & Deli – 340-719-9393

The old Schooner Bay Marketplace has a new name— Seaside Market and Deli! The interior has been completely remodeled and boasts all new state-of-the-art equipment making it, without question, the most upscale supermarket on St. Croix! And, owner Mike Yusuf, one of the owner’s of Plaza Extra, knows how to run a supermarket! Check out the fabulous salad bar, hot food, and rotisserie chicken plus beautiful new deli and bakery, and smoothie, fresh juice and cappuccino bar! The meat, seafood, and produce are the highest quality and specialty items hard to find in other stores. The grocery section has been expanded and there’s a large selection of cold beer, wine and liquors. Opening in July, Seaside Market and Deli is going to make you say “Wow !”

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“Satine” by Lalique. An intensely modern seductive perfume, like the woman it portrays.

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FOR SPECIAL EVENTS — Assorted Party Platters All-Occasion Specialty Cakes! Wines & Cheeses galore!

FOR HEALTHY LUNCHES — Fresh ‘Salad & Soup Bar,’ Fresh Fresh Produce & Prime Meats

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has the largest selection of fine timepieces on St. Croix from prestigious Swiss brands.

We have a very large selection of hand made island hook bracelets. Our fashion brands in silver from Lafonn & Colore are not only impressive but also are affordable.

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has the latest sunglasses styles from Gucci, Marc Jacobs, Juicy, sports frames from Costa, Maui Jim and Oakley. Our fashion watches from 49Nine are vibrant in color, fun to wear and very cool and only $49.00.

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

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.

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AROUND THE ISLAND ARTfarm, LLC • 340-514-4873

Local farmer Luca Gasperi and family grow a great diversity of high quality salads, tomatoes, vegetables, herbs and fruits in small interplanted gardens on the South Shore. Now in their 4th season on the South Shore (14th year farming organically on St. Croix), ARTfarm is known for sweet local tomatoes in the winter months and pineapples in the summer, and local restaurant chefs prize their microgreens and edible flowers. Luca is always experimenting with new crops and the shady farmstand sits near several of the gardens and a tiny art gallery.

Arrive early to the stand to greet your neighbors and for the best selection. The farm is available for weddings and farm-to-table events. Current produce listings on their website: ARTfarmLLC.com

Rustico – 340-718-7257

Rustico is a gallery of treasures for your home or office.

From original art to unique custom gifts, Rustico specializes in aroma therapy, candles, unique wood carvings, jewelry and floral designs by Manuela, silk and latex flowers and plants, original paintings, patio furniture, pottery and many other authentic Caribbean arts and crafts. Conveniently located in Princesse Plaza, heading west on Route 75 (0.3 miles from 5 Corners). Twelve years meeting the decoration needs of St Croix`s local clientele and visitors from around the world, Rustico works hard to keep its merchandise fresh and original.

Sweet Lime Furnishings – 340-719-6360

At Sweet Lime Furnishings we believe two things—You should be as comfortable outdoors as you are indoors and your home furnishings should make your life easier, not harder. Our outdoor furniture collection—the largest on St. Croix—is elegant unfinished teak, manmade wicker over an aluminum frame or durable plastic lumber with a 20-year warranty. Our sofas and chairs are covered in washable or Sunbrella fabrics. Our woods are teak, mahogany and other durable hardwoods. And island life is also about fun, so you’ll also find exotic, one-of-a-kind pieces and the work of some of St. Croix’s best-known artists. We’re also happy to special order for you. Find us open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 until 4, on Facebook, and on the web at www.sweetlimefurnishings.com.

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Franklin’s on the Waterfront

Come west and experience St. Croix’s chic destination gift emporium. Delight your senses with St. Croix’s largest scented candle selection. Olfactory nirvana from companies such as Seda France, Trapp, Lafco, Barr and Co, and Franklin’s signature scent, “VOLCANO” from Aspen Bay. Franklin’s specializes in sumptuous Holiday Decor, and is The Caribbean’s largest distributor of Patience Brewster Designs.

Cool, hip gifts and accessories from companies like Lunares will inspire you. Franklin’s offers a large organic tea selection, and all the accouterments to complete your tea experience. We offer phenomenal bath and body products from Archipelago, Hand in Hand, and others. We offer super cool jewelry and and others. We offer super cool jewelry and and others. We offer super cool jewelry and and others.

The Museum Store – 340-692-2874

Oprah’s Favorite…Franklin’s Favorite…”Japanese Quince” from Seda France. Franklin’s on the Waterfront, Frederiksted. Delight Your Senses!

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

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

Pretty, practical, weather-proof pillows from Elaine Smith at Sweet Lime Furnishings.

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.

AN UPTOWN COFFEE SHOP

FRANKLIN’S ON THE WATERFRONT IN DOWNTOWN FREDERIKSTED A CAribbeAn emporium • Funky objet d’art • Super Chic Home Accents • Patience Brewster Seasonal Decorations • Scrumptious Seasonal Decor • Seda France Candles • Aspen Bay Candles • Archipelago Botanicals and Candles • Cool Dog & Cat Accessories • Franklin’s Logo Tee • Hand-Blended Sterling Teas • Gourmet Coffee and Tea Accessories • World-Class Wines

World Class Coffee and Espresso Fresh Hand-Blended Sterling Teas • Winner "Best Coffee and Espresso on St. Croix" 2011 • Ghirardelli Frappes MONDAY - SATURDAY 10AM - 100% 5PM Fruit Smoothies • Organic Egg Breakfasts AND ALL CRUISE SHIPFeaturing DAYS the Island's freshest Local Organic Produce Light, Healthy Wraps • Showcase Organic Salads DELIGHT Frederik’s Award-Winning Vegan Loveburger Sweet YOUR Pea's Gourmet Grilled Cheese Sandwiches Local Ice Cream • Internet Stations • WiFi SENSES!Local Art Featured on our Gallery Walls

Gifts OPEN AT 7AM #4 Strand Street,MONDAY - FRIDAY Home & Garden SATURDAY & SUNDAY OPEN AT 8AM Frederiksted, St. Croix Accessories

“Something Different” ALWAYS LOCAL! ALWAYS FRESH! 340.718.7257 ALWAYS FUN, FUNKY, AND FRIENDLY...POLLY'S!

#3 Strand Street, Frederiksted, St. Croix Three Doors Down from the Pier Princesse Plaza Bay, 5 La Grande Princesse 340-719-WiFi (9434) Hours: Tuesday - Saturday, 10 am - 5 pm

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and craft center

One of the largest manufacturers of fine jewelry in the USVI

340.719.0672

www.islandbracelets.com On the corner of Queen Cross and Strand Streets, Christiansted. www.stcroix thisweek .com

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Farm Fresh Where To Find It!

Angry Nates Boathouse & Seafood Emporium – 340-692-6283 Enjoy breakfast, lunch, or dinner on our boardwalk patio or in our breezy open-air restaurant overlooking the beautiful Christiansted Harbor. Sit back and watch the local fishing boats deliver their daily catch of Wahoo, Tuna, or Mahi-Mahi (a fish so nice we named it twice). We specialize in the fresh seafood that is brought to our dock every day. Voted Best New Restaurant in St. Croix, 2008 (VI Daily News), we feature a creative dinner menu incorporating an eclectic blend of world cuisines, a unique and affordable wine list, and drink specials from the most complete bar on the island. Open 7 days a week. MC, Visa.

Avocado Pitt – 340-773-9843 This bistro cafe, located adjacent to Christiansted Fort on the Boardwalk overlooking the harbor, is a must for your stay in St Croix. Visitors return year after year. Enjoy breakfast, lunch, afternoon snacks, ice cream, smoothies, beer or even a rum.

Try our signature breakfast, granola with fresh fruit and yogurt. Eggs served any style. Lunch features include spicy tuna wrap, deli style sandwiches, burgers or our lunch special (changes daily). Box lunches available for your Buck Island trip, beach day, or dive adventure. Call ahead or order on the day. Voted “Best Breakfast on St Croix” multiple years by the readers of the Daily News. Open daily from 7:00am.

Club Comanche Rum & Wine Bar — 340-773-0210 The island famous Rum & Wine Bar is located within the National Historic District on Strand Street in the quaint, storied Hotel St. Croix, a rambling establishment overflowing with West Indian charm. The Rum & Wine Bar is where locals & visitors come together to enjoy traditional offerings along with specialty “island” cocktails—it’s St. Croix’s home for the “Best Mojito east of Frederiksted!” Live jazz, blues & island sounds can always be heard on the weekends at The Rum & Wine Bar or the connecting Palm

ARTfarm, LLC – 340-514-4873 Mon & Wed, 3 – 6 pm, Sat, 10-12 noon Luca Gasperi offers quality organic fruits, vegetables, herbs & more! www.artfarmllc.com Christian “Shan” Hendricks Farmer’s Market Saturdays, 8 am – 3 pm, Christiansted Support our local growers at this revitalized VI Dept. of Agriculture market!

Salmon & Roe Smørrebrød from Strand Street Eatery with sour cream potato spread, cucumber, dill pistou, asparagus, & house made dill bread.

Susan Wall

Garden, a lush, tropical hideaway. On-property establishments now include the new 40 Strand Eatery! Celebrating the charm, history, and tradition of a landmark hotel! We hope to see you soon! www.st-hotel-st-croix Ft. Christian Brew Pub – 340-713-9820 Enjoy casual boardwalk dining or up the stairs to a spectacular view of the Christiansted harbor at the Virgin Islands only micro-brewery and pub. Featured items include burgers, wings, and beef or chicken Crunchito! Dine from 11 am to 10 pm daily, except Wednesdays in the summer. In addition to nightly specials, on Tuesdays its “Two for Tuesday” and on Thursdays its “Thirsty Thursday” featuring our draft beers paired with one of our great appetizers. Proud winner of the 2014 Taste of St. Croix Best Appetizer award and voted the bar with the Best Live Entertainment in the Virgin Islands by the readers of the Daily News for 2011. www.fortchristianbrewpub.com

La Reine Farmers Market – 340-778-0998 Sat, 6:30 am – 11 am VI Dept of Agriculture features vendors with local vegetables, fruits, plants, & trees.

Ridge to Reef Farm – 340-220-0466 Wed, 3:30 pm A USDA certified organic farm with pick up at Polly’s at the Pier & Pickled Greek. Pre-order at www.vilocallygrown.net Sajah Farm – 340-773-8065 or 277-6046 Mon – Fri, 10 am – 5 pm, Sat, 7 am – 5 pm Dale and Yvette Browne offer livestock, eggs, & organically grown vegetables. www.sejahfarm.com Sun Croix Foods, LLC – 340-422-1398 Gary & Laurie Pokorny grow 4 dozen produce varieties! Visit or order online! www.suncroix.com Tropics Hydroponics Farm – 340-227-5546 Mon - Fri, 8 am - 4 pm, Sat, 8 - 12 noon, Sat, La Reine Market Brian McCulough specializes in Bibb lettuce, vine-ripened tomatoes, & other vegetables.

Farm locations, pages 54-56. Days & times may change seasonally; call ahead or check websites.

Open 7 Days a Week for Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

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For Tuesday Night Reservations, call 340-719-5438

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Dining on St. Croix A Taste of St. Croix — CHRISTIANSTED Harbormaster Restaurant – 340-719-5438 A real treat in the middle of Christiansted Harbor at Hotel on the Cay—the Harbormaster serves up breakfast and lunch every day right on the beach!

Tuesdays enjoy a fabulous West Indian BBQ Feast & Floorshow, from 7 – 10:30 pm, complete with Steel Pan music, Mocko Jumbie, & Broken Bottle & Limbo Dance! Here’s a chance to experience true St. Croix culture and get photographed with a stilt dancer! Sunday’s there’s live music from 2 pm so come for breakfast or lunch and spend the afternoon relaxing with friends. Breakfast is served from 7:30 – 11:00 am and lunch from 11:30 – 4:30 pm. Just a short ferry ride from Kings Wharf. Call for Tuesday night reservations or if we can help with catering your next banquet or wedding!

Galangal’s Fresh PEI Mussels in a Red Curry Coconut Broth.

Nicole Gariepy

Galangal – 340-773-0076 As one approaches the 1729 House, the tan one across from Fort Christiansvaern Park, the Galangal sign, made from wine corks by a patron, is hardly visible from the street.

Opening the aubergine door is almost magical as one steps inside an elegant white-table dining room filled with original paintings, and Indo-Colonial architectural elements.

Sitting down at the cool, dry granite bar, one just knows their Martini is going to be ice cold and the red wine will be at 65 degrees.

Galangal specializes in authentic modern Thai cuisine, combining traditional ingredients with international flavors and techniques.

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

Closed Sunday and Monday.

Ital In Paradise ­­— 340-473-7373 A great place to eat! Looking for the #1 Ital & Vegetarian restaurant to eat? You have found it! Ital in Paradise offers homemade veggie burgers, roasted cauliflower, & gluten- free, egg-free & dairy-free daily specials that will delight your senses & stimulate your tastebuds. Thirsty on a hot day? Refresh with one of our island favorites such as green foods speciality drink chlorophyll or creamy delicious peanut punch. Never tried a vegetarian meal

Angry Nates fresh Local Lobster, Seafood Pasta, & Pesto Crust Salmon.

Susan Wall

before? Come on through we are sure to wow you with our coconut curry tofu & coconut rice served with kale & baby bella mushrooms. Hungry? Find your way to Ital in Paradise located upstairs next to Riddims. We are open Monday - Saturday 11:30 am - 8:30 pm. Like us on Facebook!

Ft. Christian Brew Pub offers up hand-crafted ales, brewed on the premises, served frosty cold on tap.

THE RUM & WINE BAR

Tuesday - Saturday, 11am - 9 pm

The Best Mojito east of Frederiksted!

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FIND CHRISTIANSTED & GALLOWS BAY RESTAURANT LOCATIONS ON PG. 56.

Savant – 340-713-8666 This little place is hard to describe. It has the ultimate food with a really cool vibe. Inside is cozy and sophisticated as well. The Courtyard is an open-air piece of art they do tell. The food is the most creative they say (voted “Most Creative Cuisine,” Daily News 2009 Readers’ Poll). From our kitchen comes fresh fish, grilled baby calamari, and our famous stuffed filet. The specials are over the top — you just won’t know what to order in this little spot. As hard as you try, you might never find as interesting a place as this to dine — from the food, to the wine, to the magic of this place and even to your waiter’s happy little face. People travel from one place to the next but always return and say Savant is the best. We could list all of our awards and all our grand fetes, but the best thing to do is just ask anybody on the streets! Dinner, Monday-Saturday, 6-10pm.

Kasteel’s Winter Quad with a warming scent of Coffee, Toffee, and Dried Fruits will help make your season jolly!

Ale House

40 Strand Eatery – 340-201-8633 We are a cozy, urban restaurant focusing on bringing you great food by Chef Todd Manley and Chef Brant Pell. We feature signature housecrafted cocktails, a stellar wine list & unique dining offerings, such as the Danish Smorrebrod, a traditional Danish open-face sandwich. Vegan, vegetarian and gluten free options as well! We’ve tried to bring something new to the dining scene on St. Croix that feels welcoming and where you can enjoy good company, food, drink & A/C! We have a passion for sustainability and use locally-sourced fresh, seasonal ingredients to support our island community. Lunch, Tues – Fri, 11:30 am - 3 pm, Dinner, Tues – Sat, 6 9:30 pm, Drinks at the Bar, Tues - Sat at 5 pm.

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Tavern 1844 – 340-773-1844 If you’re craving an incredible burger and a draft beer to wash it down with, come to Tavern 1844. How about a dozen fresh-shucked oysters, or our signature lobster mac ‘n cheese or award-winning handmade Ravioli? Tavern 1844 has the largest beer menu in the VI and a burger menu just as compelling. Every dish is made to order, so be prepared to have your taste buds re-vitalized! Try out never-beenfrozen mussels steamed in the broth of the day along with some hand-cut, duck-fat fries or just Brussels sprouts sauteed with bacon. In a great atmosphere just two blocks up from the boardwalk, Tavern 1844 is the best place on island for burgers and seafood and the only place on island for a draft Guinness! Facebook us!

You Are Here Bar & Grille – 340-713-0246 You Are Here Bar & Grille is tucked away in Kings Alley, just off the Boardwalk. Owner,

Great Food!

Great Fun! Great Times!

Tavern 1844 now has great, house made pizza! Eat in or take out!

Andrew Havanchak, moved to St. Croix three years ago and fell in love with St. Croix and decided to build on it! The atmosphere at You Are Here is Unique, Fun, and Upbeat merging Local and Continental culture. We have free WiFi, a power strip at the bar for plug-ins, and the menu offers food that is both Quick and Savory. Open 11 am – 11 pm every day, it is home of the largest World Map on island so you’ll always know where You Are... when You Are Here! 1st Place Entrée at A Taste of St. Croix 2013 for Shrimp Corndogs; 3rd Place 2014 for Lobster Shrimp Rolls! Add us on Facebook and check us out on Trip Advisor!

Mon-Fri 3-6 pm

Saturday 9-6 pm

Home of the “Best Pizza” on Island!

In Kings Alley just off the Boardwalk

Burgers & Beer

Burgers  Seafood  Draft Beer Christiansted  773-1844

340-713-0246 www.yahstx.com

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170 plus Craft Beers & More A Retail Liquor Store

with food purchase! One per customer per day.

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Galangalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Evolving

The slickest dish on Galangalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s current menu isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t one of the white-tablecloth restaurantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s signature curries, made from fragrant pastes imported direct from Bangkok. It isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t the tamarind-laced pad thai noodles. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not even the burnished-crust New York stripâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;the islandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most decadent take on steak fritesâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;garnished with fiery-sweet Thai chile jam and a pipinghot pile of crispy, generously seasoned fries.

No, as Galangal enters its sixth season of offering national-caliber modern Thai, we predict the sleeper hit will be the Trio of Fresh Fish (pictured), a new dish featuring seared bronzino with pickled vegetables and caper butter; grilled organic salmon over silky turnip purĂŠe; and a hot, crispy spring roll bursting with sashimi-grade tuna tartare.

Dreamed up by new chef de cuisine Kenneth Biggs, this pescatarian tour de force encapsulates in one single, breathtaking entree Galangalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s distinctive approach to Thai cuisineâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;the freshest ingredients, the most authentic flavors, gussied up with classical French techniqueâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;and the direction the restaurant continues to evolve. Even better: The nuanced flavors just so happen to pair beautifully with the restaurantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Wine Spectatorâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;recognized list of grand cru wines served at cellar temperature.

A graduate of Johnson & Wales, Biggs honed his culinary talents at restaurants throughout the Northeast and St. Croixâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;listed in The Best Chefs in America 2013. A multiple winner at the annual Taste of St. Croix, Biggs is also a veteran when it comes to featuring the islandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s bounty of fresh-picked fruits and vegetables, organic salad greens, and local wahoo, tuna, and mahi.

So please, come on in for the authentic curries. Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re still here; theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re still terrific. Just donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be surprised if you get tempted by the beurre blanc and foie gras, too.

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Ale House, all things beer and MOREâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Your Complete Beverage Store! Located in Gallows Bay behind Caribbean Printing and Marketing, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re open Monday â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Friday, 3 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 6 pm and Saturdays, 9 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 6 pm.

Jaccarâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Gelato & Sorbet by the scoop in vanilla waffle bowls!

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Jaccar Sorbet & Gelato â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 340-719-6999 Try one of these new Organic & Natural Sorbet flavors-- Carambola Passionfruit, Guava Soursop, Lime, Mango, Pineapple Ginger, Lemongrass Mint, Soursop, Baobab! These, and Fruit Pops, are made in house with fruit pulp, lime juice, & organic Blue Agave Nectar in 4oz & 8 oz biodegradable containers. Also Fruit Smoothies! New Artisan Gelato flavorsâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; Chocolate, Madagascar Vanilla, Coconut, Aztec Chocolate, Peppermint Candy, Passionfruit, Local Lime, & Cookies & Cream! Also Gelato Sandwiches, Push Ups, & Gelato & Sorbet served by the scoop in house-made waffle bowls. Housemade Butter Cookies, & Butter Toffee (almonds, coconut peanuts, Ambrosia Chocolate), sold in Âź -lb containers. Located in Gallows Bay around the corner from Undercover Books, Jaccar has won 2012 & 2013 Certificates of Excellence from Trip Advisor. Open Monday â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Saturday, noon â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 6 pm. jaccarsorbets.com

Mariaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Cantina â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 340-713-0222 This Mexican Restaurant & Sport Bar (little Mexico in Gallows Bay)Â is owned by chef Maria Fonrougeâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;actually from Mexico!

They will transport you there with Authentic Ale House â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 340-277-1656 Mexican Cuisineâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;something for everyoneâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;meat Ale House is proud to offer St Croix the larglovers to vegan. Busy? No problem! Burritos and est selection of craft beers in the USVI. With Tacos, made-to-order, are served as fast you can say over 200 different beers, from around the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Andale!â&#x20AC;? Special-value Kids Menu. Margaritas, world, on the shelves and growing, we can Sangria, Micheladas, and Mariaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Signature Drinks more than satisfy your beer taste. From the made fresh daily. There are 14 TVâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s for our Sport â&#x20AC;&#x153;Sacred Sevenâ&#x20AC;?  Trappist beers to Lambics.

Fans. Eat in AC or out in the new courtyard.

From hard root beer to an organic chocolate Kitchen open Monday 11 am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 9 pm, Tuesday â&#x20AC;&#x201C; stout, and gluten free beers. There are even Saturday, 11 am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 10 pm. Winner! Tied for First beers for those who donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t like beer. Ale House Place EntrĂŠe, A Taste of St. Croix 2013, with Pescado also carries boutique wines, spirits and sodas.

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Beach Side Café ­— 340-772-1205 or 340-772-1266 Dine alfresco overlooking the Caribbean Sea! At lunch, sip your favorite libation & enjoy your choice of burgers, sandwiches, salads & creative wraps. At dinner, eclectic seaside dining with fresh seafood, quality meats—steaks, rack of lamb, pork chops, plus pastas & more! Bar menu at Iguana Lounge, in between lunch & dinner, try frozen & specialty cocktails all day long!

Open Thursday - Monday for Lunch, 11:30 2:30 pm, & Dinner, 6-9 pm & Sunday Brunch from 10 - 3 pm. Live music every Saturday night from 6:30-9:30 pm. Wine Club 2nd Friday of the month. Great location to capture the green flash and book your next special occasion!

Beach Side Café’s Mussels with white wine, cream, garlic, shallots, tomato & herbs.

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The Blue Moon — 340-772-2222 where jazz has a home, is located in historic Victoria House at 7 Strand Street. Awardwinning cuisine with a Cajun flair, featuring fresh local fish, great salads, their unique New Orleans Alfredo, and homemade desserts.

A discerning wine list is available to complement your meal. Join us Wednesdsay and Friday

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nights for the island’s best live jazz scene, in an eclectic open-air setting on the Frederiksted waterfront. Be sure to stop in for a cocktail at sunset. Open 6 days a week – lunch Tuesday – Friday 11:30 am – 2:30 p.m., dinner Tuesday – Saturday 6 pm – until. Call for reservations.

Bon Bagay Sailing — 340-277-7660 Working with local chefs and ingredients there is always something new cooking up on sailing vessel Bon Bagay. Operating from the Frederiksted pier Friday and Saturday evenings, our 48 ft. sailing yacht offers a truly intimate dining experience. We are focused on providing high quality, locally sourced, food and feature different dishes by different chefs each week. Enjoy an unforgettable evening as we sail the tranquil waters of the

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17 Strand Street, Frederiksted

Call: 340-778-7465

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spot was known as the “Sand Bar.” We try to uphold the legend! www.freedocitybar.blogspot.com

west. Visit our website to find out what’s cooking this week. Reservations are required. Private charter also available. Bonbagaysailing.com Freedom City Surf Board Shop & Beach Grill – 340-713-5159 Eat and drink right on Frederiksted Beach on St. Croix’s West End! Freedom City Beach Bar & Grill Starter Apps include Chicken Wings, Nachos or Baleadas then move on to Nikki’s Famous Burgers (Angus Beef or Veggie), Sandwiches, Tacos. Wraps, and Salads. The bar serves a full drink menu of cocktails, including Painkillers & Frozen Margaritas, mixed drinks plus beer, wine, and spirits for the responsible enjoyment of those over 18. They also offer virgin frozen drinks, coconut water, fruit juices, sodas, and bottled water. Every night offers up a stunning West End Sunset! Serving Lunch and Dinner Daily 11 am–8 pm. For many years this

Deep End Bar & Grill’s hearty Fish Tacos served poolside at Tamarind Reef Resort.

Susan Wall

The Pink Spot — 340-778-7465 Tapas, Spirits, and Grins! The Pink Spot, located in historic Frederiksted on the West End of St. Croix, offers a Southern California-themed menu from Spanish Tapas to Asian- infused cooking. With waterfront views & Pink Sunsets, The Pinks Spot provides a kick-back atmosphere full of Grins! Step into a trendy Comedy Club inside with covered seating and Caribbean Roasting Pit in the courtyard— an intoxicating setting for those that just want to enjoy the breeze and feel like you once again found your beat. Open Friday – Tuesday, 5 – 10 pm; Sunday from 12 noon – 9 pm with live music and a Caribbean Pig Roast in the Courtyard.

Music and Prime every Monday. Giggle time is everyday from 5 – 6 pm. Every third Friday, there’s Stand Up Comedy and Music. www.thepinkspotstx.com

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

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

Open 365 Days

Dine Undercover, Poolside, or on the Beach!

718-7071 www.stcroix thisweek .com

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

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Brunch Lunch • Dinner Happy Hour Bar Menu

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

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Restaurant: Hand-cut Steaks & Fresh Local Seafood, Lori’s Famous Fried Chicken, Lasagna, Rack of Lamb, Fresh Lobster Dishes & our Homemade Stone-Baked Pizza!

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

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

SEE YOU SOON, PAULI, LORI, & JEDI

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The Buccaneer Restaurants – 340-712-2100 The Buccaneer, just minutes east of Christiansted, offers casual beachside dining at The Mermaid for lunch and seasonal dinners. Daily 11:30 – 5:30pm.

The Buccaneer is proud to welcome Chef Dave Kendrick to the new Kendrick’s at The Buccaneer, now open Wednesday through Sunday. The fabulous new menu will feature Chef Dave’s signature dishes, including fresh fish piccata, maple leaf breast of duck, and more! A light-fare lounge menu will be available nightly with new favorites including fresh tuna tacos, housemade pan-seared salmon burger, and Kendrick’s classic cheeseburger. Live entertainment seasonally. Cocktails begin at 4pm, lounge menu 5-9:30pm and fine-dining 6-9:30pm. See menus at www.TheBuccaneer.com. A member of Historic Hotels of America. Awarded “Best Sunset Bar” by Brides magazine. Wine Spectator Award of Excellence. www.thebuccaneer.com

Tuesday, Trivia, Wednesday,Buy 1 Burger and get ½ price on the 2nd one, Thursday, Bingo at 6:30 with cash prizes, Friday, Crab Races, Saturday, Chef ’s Choice with DJ, Sunday, Brunch with Steve Katz (live band second Sunday of the month).

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

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

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

340-773-3333. www.culturedpelican.com

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

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

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

Say welcome to Dave Kendrick, new Executive Chef at Kendrick’s at The Buccaneer. Formerly Chef / Owner of Kendrick’s in Christiansted, he is well-known for his classical cuisine with French & Caribbean influence.

Divi Carina Bay Resort – 340-773-9700 Monday & Friday night experience ‘stone-aged dining’ with a modern twist with our Rok Dinner Menu where any protein you order will come out sizzling on a hot lava rock! Tuesday night is Italian Night with Kiki & the Flaming Gypsies. Get over that hump on Wednesday night at the Crab Races with Tito & Sue followed by Karaoke with Dean Hodge. Thursday night is the Caribbean Beach Barbeque, complete with Steel Pans, Quadrille Dancers and Mocko Jumbies! Friday night there’s a DJ party at East End Pizza. From daily lunch seaside at Dockside to the island’s best brick-oven pizza at East End Pizza and everything in between, there’s always a great dining experience at Divi Carina Bay All Inclusive Resort! Reservations Required. www.divicarina.com Duggan’s Reef — 340-773-9800 It’s easy to see why this beachfront restaurant, an informal, open-to-the-breeze spot overlooking Buck Island, has been a local favorite for more than 30 years—voted Best Seafood on St. Croix by readers of the Daily News! Start off with drinks or your choice from the wine list with local conch chowder. We specialize in local lobster and fresh fish. Also enjoy pasta, filet mignon, and our choice of freshly prepared desserts. Try Frank Duggan’s Sunday Brunch, 11 am – 2 pm, with Eggs Benedict, weekly specials, & $3. Mimosas or Bloody Marys.

Reservations welcomed! Dinner served 7 nights a week December – May, 6 nights, closed Tuesdays, June – Labor Day, & 5 nights, closed Monday & Tuesday, Labor Day – December.

The

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Pickled Greek

1st Tuesdays The Galleon 718-9948

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

2nd Fridays Beachside Cafe 772-1205 or 772-1266

Open 6 days a week from 11am til 9 “NEVEr oN SUNDAy” www.pickledgreek.com 1/4 mile East of Christiansted • Reservations 340-713-1868

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The Pickled Greek – 340-713-1868 Peter Skrivanos & his family welcome you with open arms & old world recipes! Our award-winning menu was inspired by the home-cooked Greek meals that Peter’s mother & grandmother prepared for him as a child.

As with many of these recipes, nothing was written. Instead they were handed down with a pinch of this & a dash of that. His chefs work with Peter to recreate them complete with favorites like dolmades (stuffed grape leaves), souvlaki, authentic Greek gyros & mousake.

Enjoy one of our famous Greek pizzas—highly recommended! Don’t forget Peter’s famous Bakalava ice cream! Located 1/4 mile East of Christiansted. Mon – Sat, 11 am - 9 pm. Call for reservations, takeout, private parties. Ask about our monthly dinner with belly dancers!

“Its like Greece without the airfare!”

Dinner at Divi ‘s Dockside restaurant is a festive affair with themed buffets, live entertainment, Caribbean Beach Barbeque & Mexican & Italian buffets.

The Galleon – 340-718-9948 A classic Island favorite overlooking the yachts at Green Cay Marina. Happy Hour 4-6pm and dinner 6-10pm seven days a week, Sunday Brunch 10-2pm.

Try imaginative appetizers like Homemade Pasta, Housemade Duck Liver Pate, Escargot Provencale, or Caesar salad prepared tableside, and a gourmet entrée – fresh local lobster when available, osso bucco, Chateaubriand for two, or “The Galleon” filet mignon topped with lobster medallions – then let our knowledgeable staff suggest a wine from our extensive, award-winning Wine Spectator Award cellar to compliment your meal. Vegetarian specials, luscious desserts. Piano bar and live music nightly

by St. Croix’s best! New Bar Menu! Secure parking, air-conditioned, reservations recommended. www. galleonrestaurant.com

~Winner~

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Serving best appetizer wine spectator Dinner nightly and entree magazine’s sunday brunch, “a taste of st. croix” “award of excellence” 10 am - 2 pm 2012 2009-2012 340-718-9948 THE GALLEON ON THE WATERFRONT AT GREEN CAY MARINA

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Kendrick’s at The Buccaneer Spectacular Sunsets Fine dining seating 6pm - 9:30 pm Lounge menu seating 5pm - 9:30pm Live Entertainment Wine Spectator Award Winner

Imaginative appetizers, fresh salads and seafood, choice meats and luscious desserts, complimented by an extensive wine cellar.

Serving Dinner Nightly.

340-773-9949

The Mermaid Casual Beachfront Lunches 11:30am - Close Flat Screen TVs Beachfront Games Seasonal Dinners 340-712-2100 www.TheBuccaneer.com

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

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

Reservations are required.

Call (340) 773-9700!

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

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

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

The Palms at Pelican Cove – 340-718-8920 Trivia Night on Wednesday and Caribbean Night on Monday. Enjoy Sunday Brunch from 10 am - 2 pm, and throughout the rest of the week, The Palms has an exciting schedule of live entertainment and events such as Caribbean Night on Monday, and Trivia Night on Wednesday. The chefs have put together a tantalizing menu to please every palate, including our special bar menu served until 10 pm. And for special holidays like Easter, Mother’s Day and Father’s Day, the Palms does a lovely menu for you to celebrate with family in a beautiful beachside setting. The Palms at Pelican Cove is an ideal location for your St. Croix destination wedding or other special event. Business travelers will enjoy the 1000 square foot air-conditioned meeting room. Please call for reservations.

Renaissance Carambola Beach Resort Restaurants – 340-778-3800 Sunday Champagne Brunch! Bring family & friends to enjoy culinary delights paired with a complimentary glass of champagne or experience our build-your-own Bloody Mary bar while relaxing to the sounds of a live band. Saman Restaurant, 10 am – 3 pm, $35.95. Friday Night Pirate’s Buffet!

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

Hit the dance floor to the tunes of the live band or the late night DJ & soak in the Caribbean spirit with performances by Kiki & the Flaming Gypsies & Mocko Jumbies. Saman Restaurant, 6:30pm, $44.95. Happy Hour at Flamboyant Lounge! Relax into the evening & enjoy happy hour specials on beer, rum, and wine every day from 4pm-6pm and 20% off Appetizers. Call for reservations. www.renaissdancestcroix.com

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St. Croix’s #1 Dining Destination Editor’s Pick, gotostcroix.com

Salud Bistro • 340-718-7900 Salud is your unique dining destination for St. Croix’s most creative cuisine (The Daily News), a Wine Spectator award-winning wine list, and St. Croix’s best mojitos and martinis. Salud’s menu bursts with the sun-soaked flavors of Southern France, Italy, Greece, Turkey, and North Africa — with every menu item from bread to desserts made in-house, and featuring fresh local fish, duck, lamb, and steaks. Enjoy Spanish cuisine? Join Salud every Tuesday night when we celebrate Spain with 2 for 1 bottles of wine from the Spanish speaking world and paella. Salud’s lively atmosphere gets more boisterous on Friday nights with live spanish and classical guitar. There’s plenty of parking at Salud’s convenient, central location just 5 minutes west of Christiansted on Northside Rd. Rt. 75. So, join us at Salud, St. Croix’s #1 Dining Destination (gotostcroix.com).

Closed Sundays. 718-7900. www.saludbistro.com

The Waves at Cane Bay – 340-718-1815 or 340-718-4745 Small & intimate, this seaside restaurant has beautiful views of Cane Bay & Hamm’s Bluff. Arrive early to watch spectacular sunsets; linger to enjoy moonlight sparkling on the water. Choose a lobster from the grotto pool or select a fine cut of meat, locally caught seafood, Virgin Islands pasta, or one of the chef’s creative & delicious specials. Try our award-winning fish cakes. Bread, pasta, deserts and ice cream are prepared in-house. The Waves has a well-stocked bar and a collection of eclectic cocktails. Your server will assist with wine pairings from our wine list; reserve wines and champagnes are also available. The Waves is open for dinner from 6 - 10 pm, Tues. – Sat. & Sun. nights in season. Reservations suggested. The Waves at Cane Bay…fine dining on the rocks.

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Passionate Mediterranean-Inspired Bistro Fare

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718-7900 Reservations • saludbistro.com

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Open-air Beachside Dining with Casual American Cuisine

Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner | Open 7 Days a Week | Air Conditioned Private Party Room Available 4131 La Grande Princesse | Christiansted | St.Croix | 340.718.4042 Formally Hibiscus Beach Resort/H2O

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Dining on St. Croix A Taste of St. Croix — MID-ISLAND

Ace Roti Shop – 340-719-(ROTI)7684 “Calling All Curry Eaters!” Are you craving curry dishes at an affordable price? Look no further!

Ace Roti Shop specializes in traditional Trinidadian Indian curries. Find chicken, beef, goat, shrimp, fish, & conch curry on our daily menu. We offer two types of roti (bread) to soak up our delicious curry— Dhal Puri & Paratha aka buss-up-shut. Saturdays, we serve a traditional Trinidadian hot appetizer called “Doubles,” featured on Andrew Zimmern’s Bizarre Foods, with our homemade Tamarind Chutney.

Local drinks include Sorrel, Mauby, Peanut Punch, &Tamarind, & try our delicious Indian desserts!

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

Joseph returns to St. Croix as Executive Chef cooking Italian, Seafood, and Local Island favorites. Look for Eggplant & Chicken Cutlet Parmesan, Spaghetti with Meatballs, Mussels Marinara, Fried Calamari, Grilled Salmon, Mahi or Shrimp plus Saltfish & Provisions, and Conch in Butter Sauce. Try our best Chicken & Wings or Macaroni & Cheese! New— refreshing Armstrong’s ice cream! Extensive App and Entrée menu, Daily Lunch Specials & changing Weekly Specials each month. Catering for all occasions, available for Private Parties, eat in or take out.

Open Monday – Saturday, 11 am – 9 pm. A great Center-Island Meeting Place!

El Flamboyant’s Shrimp Salad!

El Flamboyant – 340-779-3285 “People like coming here.” This colorful, family restaurant offers up a Caribbean, Latin, and Seafood menu that has been pleasing patrons for over ten years. If you like fresh fish, lobster, conch, and shrimp, or chicken, steaks, and pork chops, you have to try the way they do it at El Flamboyant! Yvonne Villegas learned to cook from her mother who had a restaurant in Puerto Rico for many years. Now its

“All Curry Eaters”

Susan Wall

Yvonne’s turn to cook and serve these coveted family recipes. The Happy Hour tradition on Thursday and Friday nights is to stop for a drink then take shishkabobs home from the drive-up booth on the road!

Located mid-island between Centerline Road and the Highway on Route #663, they are open every day.

See the ad for hours or give us a call 340-779-3285.

Joe’s Bar & Grille – 340-692-2020 Located at the Sunny Isle Annex, enjoy great Italian food, in air-conditioned comfort, mid-island! With his New York experience behind him, Crucian Gary

Joe’s

La Reine Chicken Shack – 340-718-5717 Are you ready to savor one of St. Croix’s best-kept secrets? Taste La Reine Chicken Shack’s mouthwatering BBQ chickens, slowly-cooked on wood-chip coal over an open pit! Get in line! Other menu favorites include, Roast Pork, Ribs, Steak, Local Seafood, daily specials and many other island delicacies. Come mingle with our friendly staff and local patrons in our newly renovated outdoor seating area. Enjoy one of our most popular drinks “Cruzan Confusion” at our full bar. Located mid-island on Route #75, off Centerline Road, we’re open 7 days a week serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Eat in or Take out!

Bar & Grille

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

We’ve Moved! • 10Christiansted Castle Coakley 182 Richmond,

340-719-(ROTI)-7684 10th year!

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Open for Lunch & Dinner

ITALIAN FOOD LOCAL DISHES SEAFOOD SOUTHERN FOOD SOUPS Great Center-Island 12:17:04 PM Meeting Place!

Restaurant - Bar

Monday - Saturday, 11am - 9 pm Sunny Isle Annex

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

Armstrong’s Ice Cream

Caribbean • Latin • Seafood

Mid-Island, Rt. 663

340-779-3285

Air-conditioned 340-692-2020

Serving the Community for 12 years!

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

Newly Renovated with Full Bar

Try our “Cruzan Confusion!”

Open 7 Days a Week!

Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner Rt. 75 off Centerline Road

Eat In or Take Out • 340-778-5717

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EASY GUIDES TO RESTAURANT DINING & ENTERTAINMENT!

Easy Dining Guide Restaurant Ace Roti Shop Ale House Angry Nates Boathouse & Seafood Emporium Avocado Pitt Beach Side Café Blue Moon Blue Water Terrace Bon Bagay Sailing Breezez Cheeseburgers Comanche Rum & Wine Bar Cultured Pelican Ristorante Deep End Bar & Grill at Tamarind Reef Resort Dockside at Divi Carina Bay Duggan’s Reef East End Pizza at Divi Carina Bay El Flamboyant Flamboyant Beach Bar at Carambola Fort Christian Brew Pub Freedom City Surf Board Shop & Grill Galangal Harbormaster Restaurant Ital In Paradise Jaccar Sorbet Joe’s Bar & Grille Kendrick’s at the Buccaneer La Reine Chicken Shack Maria’s Cantina Salud Bistro Saman Restaurant at Carambola Savant Starlite Grille at Divi Carina Bay 40 Strand Eatery Tavern 1844 The Galleon at Tamarind Reef Resort The Mermaid at the Buccaneer The Palms at Pelican Cove The Pickled Greek The Pink Spot The Sands at Turtle Bay Beach Resort The Waves at Cane Bay You Are Here *See ads for more info and location

LOCATION KEY: Phone (340) 719-7684 277-7617 692-6283 773-9843 772-1205 772-2222 692-2583 277-7660 717-7077 718-1118 773-0210 773-3333 718-7071 773-9700 773-9800 773-9700 779-3285 778-3800 713-9820 713-5159 773-0076 719-5438 473-7373 719-6999 692-2020 712-2100 778-5717 713-0222 718-7900 778-3800 713-8666 773-9700 201-8633 773-1844 718-9948 712-2100 718-8920 713-1868 778-7465 718-4042 718-1815 227-6498

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Restaurant Entertainment CALYPSO / REGGAE / LATIN Buccaneer Terrace Lounge — Sat 7-10pm Cheeseburger’s — Sat 6-9pm

DJ La Reine Chicken Shack — Fri 5-10pm, Sat 1pm – 12 am, Sun 3 pm – 12 am

GUITAR & SONG Buccaneer Terrace Lounge — Tues 6-10pm Cheeseburger’s — Sun 6-9pm Fort Christian Brew Pub — Fri 7-10pm The Galleon — Sat 6-10pm www.stcroix thisweek .com

The Pink Spot — Sun, 12 noon – 9 pm The Pink Spot — Mon, 5 pm – 10 pm The Pink Spot — 3rd Fridys—5 pm – 10 pm

JAZZ & BLUES Angry Nates — Wed 5-8 pm Beach Side Café — Sat 6:30-9:30pm Blue Moon — Fri 9-Midnight, Wed 7-10pm Buccaneer Terrace Lounge — Wed, Thurs, Sun 7-10pm

KEYBOARD & SONG The Galleon — Fri 6-10pm

MIXED VENUE

Beach Side Café — Sat 6:30-9:30pm Buccaneer Terrace Lounge — Fri 7-10pm Cheeseburger’s — Fri 6-9pm Divi Casino Showbar — Fri 10pm-2am, Sat 10pm-3am,

Sun 6pm-10pm The Palms at Pelican Cove — Fri – Sat 6-9pm

STEEL PAN

Buccaneer Terrace Lounge — Mon 7-10pm Duggan’s Reef — Fri 7 – 10pm (starting in Jan) Harbormaster Restaurant – Tues 7-10:30pm, Sun 2-6pm Palms at Pelican Cove — Sun 11-2pm December 2014 / January 2015 • Page 33

Attractions & Tours

TRACE YOUR ANCESTRY AT THE WHIM MUSEUM RESEARCH LIBRARY & ARCHIVE!

ATTRACTIONS

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

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

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

Buck Island Reef National Monument

www.nps.gov/buis. See Watersports.

Christiansted National Historic Site www.nps.gov/chri. Tours.

Salt River Historical Park

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

Historic 1742 landmark. Tours.

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

Cruzan Cowgirls

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

Horseback Riding Tours

Randall “Doc” James Racetrack — 340-713-7228, Live horse racing every month.

“Come Ride With Us”

St. George Village Botanical Garden — 340-692-2874 1500 native & exotic species. Tours. Store.

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

Sunset sails, Sun – Fri, 4:30-6:30 pm Whim Museum — 340-772-0598 Restored sugar cane plantation. Tours. Store.

The Roseway returns for day sails starting November 25.

Jenny Villone

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

Estate

WHIM MUSEUM St. Croix Landmarks Society

The Museum of St. Croix’s Culture & History Explore the sugar factory, slave quarters and great house.

Current Exhibits Who Ben Sen Yoh: Crucian Musicians & Their Music Emancipation Revisted . . . and Come Live With Me Ties That Bind My Granny House

The Millennium Monument at Point Udall. Ted Davis

Trace Your Ancestry In our Research Library & Archive Open Wednesday to Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

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— St. Croix

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

TOURS

Island — Sweeny’s St. Croix Safari Tours, 340-773-6700

Aerial — Bohlke International Airways 340-778-9177, www.bohlke.com

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

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

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

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

Sweeny’s

St. Croix Safari Tours

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

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

Email: sjtouss@gmail.com

Call: 773-6700 for Reservations!

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

(340) 719-5455 • www.chantvi.org

Paul & Jill’s Stable

Sightseeing on Horseback 340-772-2880

Beach/Rain Forest • Tropical Trail Combo • Nature Tour A photographer’s paradise • Beginners and families welcome

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Island Art

CARIBBEAN MUSEUM CENTER for the ARTS SHOW OPENINGS DEC 11 & 12!

Meet Cover Artist Ken Daley “My parents emigrated to Canada in 1972 and moved to Cambridge, Ontario where my younger brother and I were born,” says Ken. “I’ve been to St. Croix many times to visit family and stayed for Ken Daley. weeks at a time. My grandma lives on St. Croix as well as my uncle and many cousins.

My father used to draw when he was back in Dominica, so I believe that he passed on that gift to me. Both my parents noticed my growing interest in drawing and music, so they enrolled me into art and music classes at an early age.

Caribbean Riddims.

I had a great childhood, but I also encountered racial ignorance and prejudice.

Being a person of color, in a predominately white town, did have its difficulties but having a small close-knit black community growing up helped formed my identity and instilled a sense of pride of who I am. It’s through these social gatherings where I learned about my roots and culture.

My parents would often bring us to Dominica and St. Croix. I always looked forward to going there because I loved the heat and the breathtaking scenery. It fostered my fascination about my culture and understanding where my parents came from. When I got older, I continued to travel to Dominica on my own. It is the many trips down to Caribbean that became the inspiration and source for my artwork.”

Washing Day.

From as far back as he can remember, Ken was certain of one thing—he would live his life as an artist. As Ken explains, “Art is what I am.”

He draws inspiration for his work from his African-Caribbean roots, his life experiences, and the people and cultures he encounters along the way. He explores art through different styles and materials—oil, acrylic, ceramic tiles, wood, nails and found materials—each spilling onto and infusing the other. His work is an explosion of colour and emotion, indelibly marking ‘forever’ impressions onto the mind of the viewer.

Ken is an honorary graduate from the Art Centre of Central Technical School as well as an architectural technology graduate from Humber College in Toronto. He has exhibited his artwork within Canada, the United States, and the Caribbean, most recently at the annual Good Hope School Fine Art Shows. His work can be found in numerous private collections and, locally, at Many Hands, in Pan Am Pavilion, Christiansted.

Ken has been featured in many print publications as well as on television and radio.

www.kendaleyart.com ken@kendaleyart.com • 601-287-3243

Art@Top Hat – 340-513-3558 Art @ Top Hat is a fun place to shop! The Gallery is located on Company Street across from the market and the US Post Office in Christiansted. In the renovated townhouse dating back to the mid-1800s, the Gallery presents great local & international fine art, changing special exhibits, handcrafted, one-ofa-kind jewelry, local pottery, antiques & gently used classic furniture, maps, cards, books & prints, silver & collectibles. We are happy to help you find that special painting for your home or office & a great gift for a friend or yourself. Open on a daily schedule, special art-events and for Art Thursday (3rd Thursdays, Nov-May). Call for more information or appointment. Do not miss the fun. www.artattophat and Art at Top Hat on Facebook Caribbean Museum Center for the Arts – 340-772-2622 A showcase for local talent and international arts, the Museum Center is housed in an 18th century Danish townhouse on Frederiksted’s magnificent waterfront. CMCArts offers yearround exhibitions, classes, and shows for all ages. The Artists-in-Residence Program offers special classes, demonstrations and “open studio” time. Make a trip to Frederiksted to visit this unique and captivating destination which may be available to rent for your next special occasion! For more information, visit www.cmcarts.org D&D Studio – 340-719-1201 After almost a decade in Christiansted, D&D Studio is now online! Visit us at www.ddstudio. us to purchase the popular, beautiful and collectable photographs of Ted Davis. These stunning pictures are unique St. Croix artworks, and are great additions to your home décor. Have a piece of St. Croix delivered right to your door!

It’s easy, no need to carry back on the plane!

FINE ART , ANTIQUES JEWELRY AND COLLECTIBLES

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

340-513-3558 Seascape.

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Island Art

THE ARTIST GUILD OF ST. CROIX ANNUAL ART SHOW JANUARY 16 – 18!

Henle Studio – 340-718-0372 Celebrating 20 years, this historic loft in Christiansted showcases the paintings and prints of the late Maria Henle, the photographs, books and films of St. Croix’s premier photographer Fritz Henle, and the fine art photographs of Tina Henle. Other featured artists are Toni Lance, Larry Lipsky, Steve Rockstein, Sydney Solis, Nicolette Jelen, Cynthia Hatfield, Sacha Tebo, Janet Morgan and Lyn Voytershark. New exhibitions and events during Season. Call for appointment.

MariaHenleStudio.com Maufe Gallery – 340-332-4556 There is always something interesting at Maufé Gallery, featuring an array of artists and artwork. Gallery owner/artist Thérèse Trudeau welcomes you to Maufé Gallery, where she exhibits her own work and that of other local and international artists on St. Croix, USVI. Located at Crucian Gold, on Strand Street in C’sted., Maufe Gallery shares space with jewelry designer Nathan

Bishop. There is often a new exhibition every month, and other activities such as live music and performance art pieces taking place. Check the local newspaper, or call for more information about current events at the Gallery.

True Blue Art Studio – 720-341-8354 True Blue Art Studio is a new business in Christiansted owned by Nicole and David Brown. Nicole is an artist and teacher, originally from Colorado, where she taught Art for 15 years, but has always had a dream to open her own art studio. She works closely with her mother, Linda Krug (a Glass Artist in Colorado), her father, her husband, and 2 children. True Blue specializes in Dichroic Glass Jewelry, Fine Art Glass: Fish and Sea Life, Photographic Glass, and offers Workshop Classes. Come make your own glass pendant or jewelry piece! Check our website for Summer Art Classes for Children and Adults! We also offer Art Birthday Party Packages. Website: www.trueblueartstudio.com and email: nicolebrown@trueblueartstudio.com

Walsh Metal Works Gallery – 340-332-2504 Save the FIRST THURSDAY of December and January for fresh new art exhibits featuring young Crucian artists at Walsh Metal Works Gallery. On Thursday, December 4th at 5pm, NIARUS will show her new mixed media works entitled “Built to last….” On Thursday January 1st at 5pm, David Berg and Lucien Downes bring photography and mixed media together in their show “Elements of Culture: Fire, Earth, Water.” For over ten years Walsh Metal Works Gallery has featured the art of various artists who are part of the fabric of the Caribbean. The Gallery is located inside a large warehouse in Peter’s Rest and is used for art shows as well as the studio of sculptor Mike Walsh. www.facebook.com/ WalshMetalWorksGallery

FIRST THURSDAYS

5pm - 8pm Walsh Metal Works Gallery

December 4th NIARUS

Caribbean Museum Center for the Arts

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

January 1st

David Berg/Lucien Downes 340-332-2504

Maria Henle • Fritz Henle • Tina Henle & other artists #55 Company St., Christiansted mariahenlestudio.com • 340-718-0372 www.stcroix thisweek .com

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Island Weddings MARRY ME ON ST. CROIX!

Devil In the Details

W

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

Whether you say your vows on a spectacular hilltop, a white-sandy beach, or floating on a boat, our reflective turquoise waters will surround you for the occasion.

St. Croix has the accommodations, caterers, ceremony and reception sites, churches, clothing, consultants, flowers, invitations, jewelry, photographers, planners, restaurants, and transportation to make it happen.

For a complete listing of Wedding Planners and Consultants, Places of Worship, Weddings at Sea, Photographers, Transportation, and Florists, visit www.usvitourism.vi. Here you can also download an application for a wedding license. For more info, call 800-372-USVI or 340-772-0357.

St. Croix Caribbean Wedding Expo – 340-772-2386 All Brides register now online to participate in the St. Croix Caribbean Wedding Expo at Sunshine Mall on Sunday, January 25, 2015!

It will be Grand. Brides get a Goody Bag, chance to participate in Bride Cake Dive and win prizes! Bring the Groom for the Man Cave. Prepare for your wedding day.

Meet Wedding Professionals - Exhibitors.

Participating Chef Dana Herbert winner of TV TLC’s Cake Boss: Next Great Baker and Celebrity Wedding Planner Sandy Malone from TV TLC’s “Wedding

Bare feet encouraged at a beachside wedding!

Quiana Duncan

Island.” Friday, January 23, 2015 VIP Reception, Saturday, January 24, 2015 attend seminar on “Becoming a Successful Destination Wedding Planner” by Sandy Malone. Wedding Cake, Floral and Table Top Competitions, Fashion Shows and more. stcroixcaribbeanweddingexpo.com, caribbeanweddingexpo@fastmail.fm

Q Studio, LLC – 340-332-6921

Through classic and contemporary techniques, Quiana introduces a fresh myriad of perspectives depicted in her photographic images. From sassy to exotic to romantic, Quiana’s background in photojournalism and fine art gives her a vast creative range.

Understanding the unique qualities of the island experience, she encourages clients to be spontaneous, bringing out their personality and feelings in that moment. For a more creative approach to wedding photography, visit www.qstudiovi.com

Sunday, January 25

St. Croix Caribbean Wedding Expo

Sunshine Mall, Frederiksted Reception, Fri, Jan 23 - Seminar, Sat, Jan 24 See & Hear TLC’s Reality Star Wedding Planner, Sandy Malone & TLC’s “Cake Boss” Winner, Dana Herbert!

Fashion Shows • Exhibits • Door Prizes Cake Competition • Bride Goodie Bags

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

Brides & Vendors Register Online www.stcroixcaribbeanweddingexpo.com

340-772-2386

Everyone loves a deal and, when your planning a wedding, the deals seem few and far between. As soon as you mention the word wedding, the price tag seems to magically double. Every bride wants to have a fabulous event, but at what cost?

I recently had an experience with a perspective client who wanted to book my service, but made another choice purely based on price.

I am a believer that every experience is an opportunity for growth. I also feel that every bride should do what they feel is best.

What I want to share with brides, however, (no matter what vendors they choose) is be cautious about the “deals” you accept during your planning process. As the old saying goes, the ‘devil is in the details.’

Any newlywed will happily give you an earful about what they would have done differently in hindsight. When a deal or discount works, it’s awesome. When it doesn’t it can wreak havoc on on your post wedding bliss for months. If this is your first wedding, it’s challenging to know how everything will actually unfold until the day of and the weeks following your wedding. Scary, but true.

It is very easy to balk at vendor prices. Even I have been shocked at what some brides have paid for products and services. Although nothing in life is guaranteed, generally when you pay a higher price point for a service or a product it (usually) directly correlates to a proven track record of success and satisfaction with said product or service.

In other words, you get what you pay for.

I understand budgets vary from couple to couple. However, I would advice any couple planning a wedding to first create a budget, second, fully understand the terms and services you’ve agreed to with your service providers especially if they include a discount, promotion, or credit. Third, assume nothing, and lastly get it in writing.

www.qstudiovi.com

Quiana L. Adams, Managing Editor

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Our Danish Connection

Her i det tidligere Dansk Vestindien er vi særlig glade for danske gæster. Til trods for de mange år siden salget af øerne til USA i 1917, bevarer vi en kulturarv fra næsten 200 år under Dannebrog. Derfor er det naturligt for besøgende danskere at ikke blot nyde det dejlige vejr og den smukke natur men også aflægge besøg på de historiske steder som denne ø har særlig mange af.

VELKOMMEN!

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

Seværdighder hvor danskere kan fornemme historiens pust omfatter Fort Christiansværn i Christiansted, (hvor en dansk oversættelse af vejledningsbrochuren findes ved indgangen)og de andre bygninger på Christiansteds nationalhistoriske område. Det restaurerede Guvernementshus med en dejlig baghave og imponerende balsal er et smukt minde fra Peter von Scholtens styre mellem 1827 og 1848. Det lillebitte apotekermuseum i Apotekergården på Dronningens Tværgade nær Kompagniets Gade viser de gamle krukker, vægte og møbler fra det oprindelige danske apotek der lå her mellem 1828 og 1970. Fort Frederik i Frederiksted har en udstilling med danske dokumenter om overdragelsen af øerne og en

gribende udstilling om slavehandel og slaveri der omfatter fund fra det forliste slaveskib Fredensborg. Carl og Marie Lawaetz museet, omgivet af en vidunderlig have nord for Frederiksted var de kendte Lawaetz brødres barndomshjem og afspejler en dansk immigrantfamilies liv for hundrede år siden.

På de danske afdelinger af kirkegårdene i Christiansted og Frederiksted findes mange grave af historisk betydning.

En ledet tur med guide kan hjælpe med at finde dem; spørg på hotellet derom.

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

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

A Tradition of Holiday Giving & Goodwill Endures — by Nina York There is a marked difference between plantations, thereby saving many a child the seasonal ambiance in Denmark and from severe illness or death. The home, the U.S. Virgin Islands at this time of year. located outside Frederiksted, is now manWhile Denmark, thanks to its northerly aged by Lutheran Social Services of the location, has to deal with days of relaUnited States Virgin Islands. They carry on tively brief daylight periods and often the tradition of loving care, which is also cold and clammy weather, in great conreflected in the other institutions run by trast to the bright days of summer, our them in St. Croix and St. Thomas, such area as it experiences the winter solstice as various residences for the disabled in just before Christmas, enjoys far less abFrederiksted. breviation of our usual sunny days and This time of year can be both sad and the seasonal temperature difference is happy for a child in need, as there are not nearly as dramatic.

Children and child care workers of one of earlier Queen Louise Home many initiatives to bring gifts and cheer What does unite both locations is sites, circa 1915. to youngsters, both from the Governor’s the celebration of Christmas, and while official Children’s Christmas Party to Holithere understandably would be a difference in the manner this holiday day parties by various commercial and community organizations. But season is enjoyed in two different cultures and climates, the expression not all children can be reached, and some who live with a single mothof good will toward mankind, especially the needy, is common to both. er with limited means may be disappointed at this time of year. Many churches offer a helping hand, and on the whole, this season is one of One favorite local charity for holiday donations is actually a legacy joy and merriment for all to share. of Danish times. It is an institution that since 1904 has had a great impact on this community, the Queen Louise Home for Children. Founded In Denmark, lots of candles, indoor decorations and holiday parties at the urging of the Danish queen who learned of the alarming infant contribute to the “hygge” – coziness - that every Dane seeks at Christmortality in the Danish West Indies, it has over the years provided a carmas. With a much livelier outdoor celebration here than in Denmark, ing home for neglected and abused children until their families were our Christmas Carnival parades and allied activities provide great enable to fulfill their role as parents. tertainment for young and old, and so much of this can be enjoyed at no cost. But donations to the good causes, especially those that benefit During the early days, deaconesses were dispatched from Denmark local children, are welcome at this time of year, indeed anytime! Have a to care for the children in the Queen Louise Home and provide instrucgreat Holiday Season in St. Croix! tion in hygiene and other guidance for young working mothers on the www.stcroix thisweek .com www.stcroix thisweek .com

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Watersports & Activities EXPLORE BUCK ISLAND REEF NATIONAL MONUMENT WITH THE PROS!

BUCK ISLAND EXCURSIONS & SUNSET SAILS Big Beard’s Adventure Tours – 340-773-4482

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

Caribbean Sea Adventures – 340-773-2628

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

Buck Island Tours

Come enjoy the light-hearted time of your life! Sit back, relax, or take the helm!

Lightheart Sailing Charters

Buck Island Charters

Sailing Charters

on advenTure & renegade Teroro II & Dragonfly

with Captain Carl or Captain Heinz

national Park service sanctioned

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

Full day or HalF day Full day Beach BBQ

all you can eat & drink!

Sunset Sails • Weddings Private charters Historical Tours

www.BigBeards.com

(340) 773- 4482

Email: info@BigBeards.com Located on Queen Cross Street by the Christiansted Boardwalk

sail • snorkel • hike

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

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

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

PERSONALIZED SAILING

 Private Day Sails

Full-Day, Half-Day, Sunset

 Extended Charters

St Thomas, St John, BVI

 Captains Courageous Specialty Charters Business, Personal Growth, Meditation

Recommended in Frommer’s Tour Guide www.gotostcroix.com/heinz

 American Sailing Association Instruction Green Cay Marina, Dock C

(340) 718-3161 • teroro@msn.com

www.lightheartsailing.com

svlightheart@gmail.com • 340-244-0240

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Watersports & Activities

DAILY LESSONS, RENTALS, & CUSTOM SUP SAFARIS AT FREEDOM CITY SURF BOARD SHOP!

A Family Who Found Their Way to the Water Freedom City Surf Board Shop and Grill started in 2010 as SUP Adventure Fitness with owners Pi Presto, her son Q Everest, and life partner Bill Ruggiero. Bill, a professional ice hockey goaltender, Q, a youth hockey goalie, and Pi, a classical dancer, fitness trainer, and mom of three, decided to take a break from the ‘cold’ and head to St Croix, USVI to learn permaculture at Creque Dam Farm (now Ridge to Reef Farm).

Nine years ago, Pi was a flight attendant and first read about Stand Up Paddle boarding in a magazine left behind by a passenger. She thought it would be a great off-season training tool for ice hockey players, working their core, balance, and endurance and getting them out of the gym in the summer months.

With only a backpack apiece and with SUP on the back burner, Pi, Bill, & Q made their journey to the St. Croix farm where their adventure begins. Even while homeschooling Q, working several restaurants on the West End and Bill doing construction up on the farm and all three cooking, they always found there way to the water. It wasn’t long before all three

Board Shop & Beach Grill, Frederiksted Beach.

decided to ‘go all the way’ and invest in 10 SUP and start SUP Adventure Fitness.

First, Pi found that the shack next to the old Sand Bar in Frederiksted was for rent and, a month later, that the restaurant itself was for rent. Pi, and sister Nikki’s grandmother Rose left them a small ‘nest egg’ that they used to invest in the business, becoming partners.

Everyone worked around the clock to get the business off the ground, making friends with the community, the core to their success today.

Freedom City Surf Board Shop & Beach Grill

went through some name changes along the way and now incorporates Teres Veho Stand Up Paddle Adventures into the mix. Catering to island youth, they sponsor local SUP racers and skateboarders and offer Stand Up Paddle lessons and a half pipe for community skate board use.

Pi and Bill offer a Full Moon SUP Party and Weekend Warrior Sup Races for all levels— part of the Produce Cup that precedes the Coconut Cup SUP Festival, May 22-35, 2015.

SUP Adventure Fitness X training is also offered every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday at 8:30 am at Freedom City Surf, and Fridays 8:30 am Chaney Bay Beach Resort.

The Board Shop is an all-in-one outfitter for a day on the water that offers Ogies Famous Authentic Hawaiian Shave Ice. The Beach Grill is the perfect place to enjoy some great homemade nachos and delicious frozen concoctions. Rent two loungers and large beach umbrella to receive discounts on SUP, Snorkel gear, and beverages!

Freedom City Surf Board Shop & Beach Grill Shop—340-227-0682 • Grill—340-713-6159 www.freedomcitysupstx.com

Sail to Buck Island Reef National Monument on Departing Teague Bay

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9:00 am - 1:00 pm 1:30 pm - 5:30 pm 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

9:57 AM

100% sail powered 6 passenger custom built 37’ trimaran

Less crowded trips! ● Private charters are our specialty!

Llewellyn’s Charter 340-773-9027

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Watersports & Activities Take the family kayaking – a great way to see things up close!

Teroro II and Dragonfly – 340-718-3161

Jolly Roger – 340-513-2508

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.

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

Lightheart Sailing Charters—340-626-8104

Come enjoy the light-hearted time of your life! Lightheart is an elegant 40-foot European sloop designed for comfort and performance. Captain Peter Branning invites you aboard for a private half- or full-day sailing excursion. You can sit back and relax or even take the helm, plus enjoy snorkelling and swimming on an outing designed just for you. If you prefer, an idyllic 2-hour sunset cruise is the perfect end to a day of exploring the island. We also offer extended charters around the U.S. and British Virgin Islands, as well as a learn-to-sail program with certifications from the American Sailing Association. With our partner Captains Courageous, we offer customized business events, personal growth adventures, and sunrise or sunset meditation sails. Welcome aboard Lightheart! www.lightyeartsailing.com

DIVING

Scuba dive the pier, wrecks, reefs, and go night diving with N2 the Blue!

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, sixpassenger performance trimaran Charis+. He’s been sailing to Buck Island National Monument since 1960 and assures a comfortable arrival to the beach or the first designated underwater National Park. Snorkel gear is provided. Departs from the St. Croix Yacht Club at Teague Bay 9 to 1:00 am, 1:30 to 5:30 pm, and 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.

Personalized sails available.

Call for more information and reservations

SCUBA DIVING 340-772-3483

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

www.N2theBlue.com www.facebook.com/N2theBlue

Dive a Wall — it drops over 13,000 feet!

Dive a Reef — the largest living reef of any Caribbean island!

Dive a Wreck — there are 5 within 100 yards of each other!

Dive a Pier — the most phenomenal macro dive you’ll ever do! …all in one day!

1-day Intro Courses & Beach Dives get you in the water within hours of initial instruction!

Cane Bay Dive Shop – 340-718-9913

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

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

Dive Experience – 340-773-3307

Get to know St. Croix’s underwater wildlife— Turtles, Eels, Sting Rays, Eagle Rays, Manta Rays, Dolphins, and even Humpback Whales with St. Croix’s Original PADI 5-Star IDC Center! Michelle 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

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

N2 the Blue SCUBA Diving - 340-772-3483

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

Scuba dive with N2theBlue—the pier, wrecks, reefs, night dives, Salt River Canyon/Wall, boat dives & shore-dive rentals. For a personal experience with safety & service, we specialize in semi-private scuba groups of 6 or less divers. Want to try scuba diving? Our half-day introductory course for beginners gets you into the water the same day!

Try guided snorkeling, photography or PADI dive instruction up to Dive Master level. Voted #1 Dive Shop in 2013 by Daily News readers and #1 Activity

by TripAdvisor, N2theBlue is a full-service PADI scuba diving center with rental gear, air fills, and Nitrox. Located 100 steps from the Frederiksted pier, we dive more sites out West and have a second location servicing the Salt River Canyon/Wall. Call for reservations. www.N2theBlue.com

Sea-Thru Kayaks VI – 340-244-8696

Sweet Bottom Dive – 340-773-3483

Sweet Bottom Dive Center, at the Renaissance St. Croix Carambola Beach Resort & Spa has earned the #1 rated dive shop status on St. Croix with TripAdvisor®. We offer daily shore dives to the famous Davis Bay Wall just a 100 yards off shore.

Our Discover Scuba Experience can teach you the basics in 2 ½ hours right on the beach &, as a full-service PADI 5-Star Dive Center, we offer PADI instruction from Open Water Certification through Assistant Instructor. Air & enriched air fills available along with scuba & snorkel gear rentals. After your dive, experience a full-service restaurant, bar & lounge located right next to the dive shop! Diving is always Sweeter at Sweet Bottom Dive Center! Visit us at www.sweetbottomdive.com, facebook, or Twitter.

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

We are your One Stop for ecological and historical excursions! Come snorkel, hike, and kayak with us (day or night) and experience bioluminescent kayaking! Bush Tribe focuses on taking travelers of all ages off the beaten island path to learn about local vegetation, wildlife, and history. Adventurers get to see some of the most intriguing landscapes, breathtaking views,

Come with us off the beaten path and learn about local vegetation, wildlife, history & turtle nesting beaches!

Bnush Tribe Island Wide Eco Adventures

BIOLUMINESCENT BAY TOURS in the only clear kayaks on STX. Visit our bay at Salt River National Park, which is currently being studied by the National Park Service and Dr. Michael Latz of Scripps Institute California. Experience the bay that the scientific community was unaware existed until a year ago and now is being called possibly the best of the six or seven year round bioluminescent bays in the world. Our see-through boats are the best way to view this—definitely better than swimming through it! Business owned by life-long, father and son residents offering award-winning clear kayaks in two styles. Also check out our morning tour and nighttime “Creepy Crawler Critter Hunt” at Altona Lagoon. www.seathrukayaks.com

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SUP, aka “KU Hoe He’e Nalu,” originated in Hawaii, has arrived on the West End of St. Croix! With a quick learning curve our trained crew will have you “standing strong” in no time. Daily lessons & rentals or customized SUP Safaris through the mangroves of Altoona Lagoon or the East End Marine Park. Book a SUP Party or Full Moon Paddle. Get out of the gym and get fit through our SUP Fitness program – build core strength, improve muscle mass and endurance.

We also teach Kids SUP including water safety, balance, and stroke. Full Service SUP and surf retail and rental shop at Limin’ Beach across from Frederiksted ballpark.

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Kitesurf/Paddlesurf St. Croix – 340-643-5824

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

With s.u.p. you benefit from a great work out while gliding over the beautiful Caribbean water. S.u.p. can be practiced on flat water but we also teach wave riding. For the more adventurous visitors, kiteboarding is the thrill of a lifetime. The beginner package is a three half-day course while we also offer advanced lessons for the experienced riders. Call us.

We work inside the East End Marine Park. www.kitestcroix.com

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Sunday, January 11th, 2015, marks the 11th year of the St. Croix Dolphins Swim Team’s Annual Sea Swim, a one-mile swim with something for everyone, this event is open to swimmers of all ages and abilities.

The race begins with a leap from the Frederiksted Pier into the calm, crystal blue waters of St. Croix’s west end and finishes with a barbeque and awards at Rainbow Beach. Last year, the race included over 150 swimmers from ages 7 to 70, tri-athletes, college swim teams, the Dolphins Swim Team, members of the Puerto Rican National Team, and community members looking for something fun to do on a Sunday morning.

The swim begins at 11:00am. There are ten different age categories, including a fin/snorkel category, and a special prize for the fastest parent/child teams.

Swimmers last year took between 22 minutes and one hour to complete the event. Kayakers will be in the water to ensure safety.

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the college swimmers’ training trip to St. Croix, and it is one of the biggest fund raisers for the Dolphins team,” says Program Director Cinthia Sanes. For those seeking a fast race, MontClair State will return for their third year to compete against local talent, including last year’s winner 15-year-old Matthew Mays.

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R E C R E AT I O N GOLF

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

Carambola Golf Club – 778-5638

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

Name brand sportswear and golf accessories in the Pro Shop. Club rental and carts available. Call for rates, specials, and tee times.

The Buccaneer Hotel – 712-2144

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

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

The Reef Golf Course – 773-8844

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

Club rental and carts are available.

Non-Hotel Beaches sunbathe, swim, snooze

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

Buck Island Reef National Monument -

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

Cane Bay - On St. Croix’s Northshore,

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

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

Columbus Landing - The site of the 1493

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

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

Call for hours, 340-773-1460.

Cramer Park - Just before Pt. Udall, on

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

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

TENNIS

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

Rainbow Beach - North of Frederiksted is this lively beach with bar and restaurant plus watersports and volleyball. Live music on Sunday afternoons. Great for swimming!

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

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

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

this spectacular beach is part of Sandy Point National Wildlife Refuge and is one the longest in the Caribbean! Park your car in the lot and take a short hike to the beach area for swimming, more hiking, and wildlife/nature photo ops. The beach is also a popular nesting site for the leatherback, hawksbill, green, and loggerhead sea turtles between April 1 and September 1 and is closed 7-days a week. Beach access is however open the rest of the year on weekends only, Saturday and Sunday, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. For info call the US Fish & Wildlife Service at 340-773-4554.

Shoy Beach - A popular local’s beach located

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

Deep, lush sand. Great swimming.

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

first marine park encompasses approximately 60 square miles of coastal and marine habitats on St. Croix’s East End providing a great opportunity to experience the natural wonders of the island.

Managed buy the Virgin Islands Department of Planning and Natural Resources (DPNR), a division of Coastal Zone Management. Beaches, watersports, hotels, restaurants, and the St. Croix Yacht Club within the parameters.

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

Chenay Bay Beach Resort – 773-2918

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

The Buccaneer Hotel – 773-3036

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

Call to reserve court time.

The Reef Tennis – 773-8844

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

Open to the public.

Public Courts

Three courts located at Canagata Ball Park just East of Christiansted. Lighted for night play. One court located near Fort Frederik in Frederiksted. www.stcroix thisweek .com

Dorsch Beach, Frederiksted.

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Destination St. Croix BASIC INFORMATION ABOUT THE US VIRGIN ISLANDS

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

First Bank (all branches), M – Th, 8:30 am – 4 pm, F, 8:30 am – 5 pm, Sat, 9 am – 1 pm (SI and Fsted); Banco Popular Sunny Isle, M – F, 8:30 am – 4 pm, Sat, 9 am – 1 pm, Banco Popular Orange Grove, M – F, 8 am – 4 pm; Scotia Bank Sunny Isle, M – W, 8:30 – 3:30, Th – F, 8:30 am – 5:30 pm. See maps for bank and ATM locations.

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

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

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

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

POSTAL RATES. As part of the US postal system, 1st class mail is .49 cents for the first ounce, postcards are .33 cents, international rates are $1.10 for cards and letters. See maps for post office locations.

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

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

Shops stay open except on major holidays.

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

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Always Remember To Drive Left!

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

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

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

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

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

Look for the signs. There is daytime parking in the National Park Service lot near Fort Christiansvaern and a large public lot with fees just west of town on Strand and King Cross Streets.

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

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

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Rejsemål St. Croix PRAKTISKE OPLYSNINGER OM US VIRGIN ISLANDS

Ankomst: Pas og visum fordres af danske besøgende.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Many other faiths offer places of worship—a Jewish synagogue, a Hindu temple, and a Moslem mosque, to name a few. An easy-to-follow guide is actually the yellow pages of our local phone book beginning on Page 63. www.stcroix thisweek .com

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

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

Vi er nøjsomme med vores vandforbrug.

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

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

Hjælp til Besøgende. Turistkontoret i Christiansted ligger i Guvernementshuset med indgang fra Queen Cross Street; åbent hverdage. I Frederiksted ligger kontoret i en baggård på Strandgade nær kajen; åbent ugedage og når krydstogtsskibe ankommer. I Christiansted ligger et orienteringscenter til besøgende i den gamle vejerbod ved havnen.

Her som alle vegne, vær forsigtig. Lås bilen, gå ikke med værdifulde smykker i byen, og hold dig til de befolkede områder.

Kontaktnumre i Nødstilfælde.

Politi, Brandvæsen, Ambulance ........Fastnet 911 Mobil,..........................................340-772-9111 Dyknings Alarm ............................919-684-2948 Katastrofe Tjeneste (VITEMA)..................................340-773-2244 Eftersøgning og Redning...............787-729-6775 St. Croix Hospital ..........................340-778-6311

Valuta og Banker. First Bank (alle filialer) har åbent mandag-torsdag kl. 8:3016, fredag til kl. 17, lørdag kl. 9-13 (kun Sunny Isle og Frederiksted). Banco Popular Sunny Isle, man-fre kl. 8:30-16, lør kl. 9-13; Banco Popular Orange Grove, man-fre kl.

8-16. Scotia Bank Sunny Isle, man-ons kl.

8:30-15:30, tors-fre kl. 8:30-17:30. Se by-og økort om bankernes og kontantautomaternes beliggenhed.

Skatter. Ingen moms her; der lægges dog 10% skat på hotelværelser.

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

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

Posttakster: Vi er en del af USAs postsystem, hvor taksterne for et brev er 46 cents og postkort 33 cents. International posttakst er $1.10 for brev og postkort.

Se by- og økortene for at finde postkontorerne.

Plante-og dyreliv på land og i hav.

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

Man må ikke hjembringe nogen af disse levende organismer.

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

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

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Island Accommodations

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

340-712-2100

Carrington’s Inn

340-713-0508

Chenay Bay Beach Resort

340-718-2918

Classic St. Croix

340-332-2504

Club St. Croix

340-718-9150

Colony Cove

340-718-1965

Company House Hotel

340-773-1377

Cottages By The Sea

340-772-0495

Cruzan Sands Villa

972-747-7575

Discovery Grove

340-642-8322

Divi Carina Bay Beach Resort

340-773-9700

Frederiksted Hotel

340-772-0500

Holger Danske

340-773-3600

Hotel Caravelle

340-773-0687

Hotel on the Cay

340-773-2035

Hotel St. Croix

340-773-0210

King Christian Hotel

340-773-6330

King’s Alley Hotel

340-773-0103

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

340-772-0558

Palms at Pelican Cove

340-718-8920

Rattan Inn

340-718-5098

Renaissance St Croix Carambola Beach Resort 340-778-3800 Sand Castle On The Beach

340-772-1205

Sugar Beach

340-718-5345

Tamarind Reef Resort, Spa & Marina 340-718-4455 Turtle Bay Beach Resort

340-718-4042

Vacation St. Croix

340-718-0361

Waves at Cane Bay

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Choose The Buccaneer, Renaissance St. Croix Carambola Beach Resort & Spa or Divi Carina Bay All Inclusive Resort & Casino and get tennis, watersports, shopping, spas, beaches, and restaurants. The Buccaneer and Renaissance Carambola also offer golf.

Or choose a personal vacation rental or boutique hotel.

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 !

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

House with birds eye views of Government House and the Harbor or on the waterfront in the Bridgehouse. Large pool and home to 40 Strand Eatery and the Rum & Wine Bar. Mt. Victory Camp Eco Lodge is a unique rainforest getaway; comfortable lodging in a natural site. Take advantage of workshops, tours, walks, hikes and other activities. Relax here in nature’s splendor!

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

Tuesday - Saturday, 11am - 9 pm Tamarind Reef Resort, Spa & Marina features 40 beach-front rooms, 2 restaurants, pool, tennis, fitness,

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Welcome to our charming boutique hotel in Historic Christiansted.

meeting/event space, business lounge, spa, snorkels, kayaks, paddle boards, & volleyball plus their Blue Flag accredited Green Cay Marina with sailing, cruising & fishing charters.

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

Turtle Bay Beach Resort on the Northshore, is St. Croix’s newest boutique hotel that includes The Sands Beach Bar and Restaurant—Open-air beachside dining serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner with casual, American cuisine, 7 days a week.

West Indian charm in the heart of Christiansted.

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Transportation

Offering seaplane flights between St Croix & Tortola St Croix & Virgin Gorda St Croix & Anegada

RENTAL CARS, TAXI

TAXI INFORMATION ■ These taxi rates to and from the

Airport and Towns were obtained from the Taxi Commission and have been approved by the VI Legislature. Look for only licensed taxis which carry a dome light and the letters TP on their license plate. Rates must be posted. Since taxis aren’t metered, confirm the rate before getting in the taxi!

Call 340-642-3000 for schedule and fares

Taxi Charges & Special Provisions

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

■ A taxi driver, while on duty, shall not refuse any passenger unless the passenger is intoxicated and disorderly or in the possession of a pet (other than a seeing eye or service dog) that is not properly secured in a kennel. No charge for service dogs. Large kennel charge, $30., small kennel, $20.

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

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

Low Rates Friendly Service JEEPS CARS VANS

■ 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.

Free Pick-up & Delivery to some locations

■ 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).

Car Rental

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Airport

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•Christiansted Prince St. (opposite Seaplane) 340-713-9289 •Frederiksted (near Pier at CHANT Building) 340-778-4663 •TOLL FREE 888-264-8894

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

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

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

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TAXI SERVICES

Antilles Taxi Service… 340-773-5020, 690-9585 Crucian Taxi................. 340-773-6388, 422-1856 Rudy’s Taxi & Tours:.... 340-773-6803, 514-4600 St. Croix Taxi Association, Airport:...340-778-1088 Sweeny Tours Taxi Service...340-514-7734, 514-1594 Christiansted Taxi Stands are on King Street near Government House & in Frederiksted near Ft. Frederik.

FROM AIRPORT TO:

1 or 2 3+ Persons Persons

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

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• Cars: Wranglers, 4WD, soft Top, w/AC, Taurus, Focus, Suzuki SX4s, Toyota Yaris, Minivans, SUV’s • Unlimited Mileage - Low Rates • Most Credit Cards Honored • FREE pickup & return to most locations. We meet all flights at anytime.

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

rent@olympicstcroix.com call us direct: 888-USVi-caR (888-878-4227) or fax: (340) 718-9000 No other discounts apply

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FROM CHRISTIANSTED TO:

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

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

PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION: VITRAN Buses serve the island with numerous routes, starting service at 5:30 am on weekdays, ending at 9:00 pm, starting later on weekends.

If you are not in a hurry, you can tour the island for only $1, going between our two towns and to shopping centers (transfer at La Reine in midisland). Call 778-0898 or 773-1664.

Alternate affordable ways of getting around are group taxi vans (marked Taxi) that ply many routes. Economy-minded visitors can pick up a ride from Christiansted to Frederiksted or reverse for $2.50, if they are willing to share with local riders. Departures are from the Market Square in Christiansted and Buddhoe Park in Frederiksted, but the vans can also be flagged down along the route. www.stcroix thisweek .com

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

0 1/2 1 kilometre Shopping and Services 1. Hideaway Spa at the Buccaneer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . K-1 2. Rustico . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I-2 3. Sweet Lime Furnishings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I-3 4. Tamarind Reef Resort Spa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . K-1 5. The Museum Store at Botanical Gardens. . . . . . . . . . D-4

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

Rental Cars

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

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feet and goes well below 1,000 feet. Great place to see Sting Rays.

Lots of Barred Squirrel Fish, Yellow Tail Snapper, and Turtles.

2. Scotch Banks — There’s a slopping wall on the west side and sand chutes and flats that goes all the way to Buck Island. Good place to find Nurse Sharks under ledges, Conch, Eels and Peacock Flounders.

In deep water you will find Black Coral and Elephant Ear Sponges.

Brought to you by Dive Experience, Strand Street, Christiansted.

Real Estate 1. Calabash Realtors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-1 2. Coldwell Banker St. Croix Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . J-1

Farms 1. ARTfarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . J-4 2. La Reine Farmers’ Market . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . G-3 3. Ridge to Reef (VISFI). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-2 4. Sejah Farm. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F-3 5. Sun Croix Foods, LLC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-3 6. Tropics Hydroponics Farm. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . G-2

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

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

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

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

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Beaches

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

FOR YOUR SAFETY AED Locations Outside of Towns in case you need them Airport Departure Lounges Bassin Triangle Police Station Buccaneer Hotel Canagata Ballpark Cane Bay Dive Carambola Hotel Club St. Croix Coakley Bay Condos Country Day School

Divi Carina Bay Casino Divi Carina Bay Resort East End Fire Station Fire Service Office, Sunny Isle Palms at Pelican Cove Patrick Sweeney Police Station Richmond Fire Station St. Croix Yacht Club

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

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

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Advertiser Locations

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 barrel of rum and sugar. The other section holds a bookstore and gift shop as well as an information center about all things St. Croix. This is one of a complex of five buildings comprising the Christiansted National Historic Site, established in 1952, administered by the National Park Service.

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Furnishings from that era are on display; also an exhibit on local military history. At the entrance admission tickets to the Fort and Steeple Building are sold ($3) and brochures available.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

in the infamous “Triangular Trade.” Christiansted was the first town in the Lesser Antilles to be built on the grid system and to have a building code. Its distinctive colonial architecture reflects the town’s status as capital of the Danish West Indies (17551871); the great wealth generated by the export of cane sugar, molasses, and rum; and the influence of government building inspectors.

Take two tours—“Free Gut” is the freed black neighborhood of Christiansted established by the Danish in 1748 and “Gallows Bay” is the fishing community that sustained Christiansted’s fish market for more than two centuries. Free Gut, $35., Gallows Bay, $15. Make Reservations with Eastern National Bookstore at the Scale House.

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Frederiksted Map

SUNSET JAZZ IN FREDERIKSTED DECEMBER 19 & JANUARY 16!

Getting West St. Croix’ West End offers beautiful sandy, calm beaches, great snorkeling and wreck or pier diving, spectacular sunsets, and the lush subtropical forest. You can reach Frederiksted with its quaint, historic town architecture in several ways. The four-lane Melvin Evans Highway is your speediest route, if you are coming from the east. Most drivers take Queen Mary Highway (Centerline Road), which also takes you to the St. George Village Botanical Garden, the Cruzan Rum Factory, and Whim Plantation Museum, all just off the Queen Mary Highway.

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The Oscar E. Henry Customs House was built in the 1800’s. The building is undergoing renovations. The Visitors’ Bureau, normally located here, has been temporarily moved to an upstairs location in the courtyard of a nearby building on Strand Street.

The Freedom Fountain facing the pier was installed for the Emancipation 150th anniversary celebration. In a historic light blue building down a block is the Caribbean Museum Center for the Arts.

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

Frederiksted is home to a number of historic churches, including St. Paul’s Anglican Church, Holy Trinity Lutheran Chruch, Friedensberg Moravian Church, and St. Patrick’s Catholic Church.

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

There are ATMs at the Scotiabank and First Bank locations on Strand Street. After hours, swipe your card at the door to get inside.

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Frederiksted town is rebounding, thanks to a recent $14 million revitalization project.

To get to Strand Street, Fort Frederik and the beautifully landscaped waterfront and the Pier, turn right just before the fishermen’s boat ramp and market shed at the end of Fisher Street. This is a great starting point for a walking tour of the town with its many historic buildings.

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★ Apothecary Hall 1 ★ Buddhoe Park 2 ★ Customs House 3 ★ Fort Frederik 4 ★ Freedom Fountain 5 ★ Friedensberg Moravian Church 6 ★ Holy Trinity Lutheran Church 7 ★ Market Place 8 ★ Public Library 9 ★ St. Patrick’s Roman Catholic Church 10 ★ St. Paul’s Anglican Church 11 ★ Victoria House 12 F’sted Points of Interest

ATM (3) 1 Boat Ramp/Fish Market 2 4Caribbean Museum Center for the Arts 3 4C.H.A.N.T 4 4Fire Station 5 4Ingeborg Nesbitt Clinic 6 4Post Office 7 4Public Restrooms 8 4Visitors’ Bureau (upstairs) 9

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Hotels and Inns

4Cottages By The Sea 1 4Frederiksted Hotel 2 4Sand Castle on the Beach 3

Real Estate / Rentals 4Calabash Realtors

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St. Croix’s National Parks

Salt River Bay National Historical Park & Ecological Preserve Part 2 in a series Salt River Bay National Historical Park and Ecological Preserve (NHP&EP) is on the north coast of the island of St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands (USVI). St. Croix is the largest of our four islands that comprise the USVI that include St. John, St. Thomas, and Water Island. The USVI part of the Lesser Antilles and lie on the boundary between the Greater and Lesser Antilles island chain of the Caribbean, making this an important crossroad in the settlement and colonial history of the New World. Salt River Bay, a rich and diverse natural estuarine ecosystem, has been the site of human habitation for 2000 years. The park preserves, protects, studies, and interprets internationally significant historical and cultural sites that encompass millennia of human use of the diverse tropical, marine, and terrestrial ecosystems that comprise the Salt River watershed.

On February 24, 1992, Public Law 102-247 established Salt River Bay National Historical Park and Ecological Preserve as a national park unit.

The enabling legislation for the park framed a co-management structure between the Government of the Virgin Islands and the National Park Service (NPS). The park’s legislated boundary protects 1,015 acres, which are the responsibility of the Government of the Virgin Islands of the United States and the NPS. The legislated boundary encompasses lands along both sides of Salt River Bay, the bay itself, and extends into the open ocean to include coral reefs and portions of a submarine canyon. The park is a complex mosaic of federally, territorially, and privately owned property as well as waters under territorial jurisdiction within the park’s boundary. This park uses a congressionally mandated collaborative management strategy between NPS and the Department of Planning and Natural Resources of the Government of the Virgin Islands of the United States.

The primary goal of Salt River Bay’s enabling legislation was to protect its critical cultural resources and the ecosystem that contributed to human activity in the bay. The archeological resources at Salt River Bay NHP&EP span all major periods of human habitation in the USVI from the Arawak language groups, the first Amerindian settlers, through European contact and colonial activity. All of these visitors were drawn to Salt River Bay’s safe natural harbor and dynamic coastal habitats and their resources that represent St. Croix’s diverse ecology. Here an upland watershed feeds into a bay fringed with mangrove forests and protected by coral reefs. These unique ecosystems continue to be dramatically influenced by human habitation and have been the sites of agricultural production, settlement and international commerce. The park holds unparalleled opportunities for scholarly research into the complete history of the Caribbean. www.stcroix thisweek .com www.stcroix thisweek .com

More specifically, Salt River Bay NHP&EP protects the site of the only known Amerindian ceremonial stone-lined ball court in the Lesser Antilles. The ball court was established by Eastern Taino Amerindians with strong cultural ties to Puerto Rico and the

Above: Salt River Bay Beach.

Below: Salt River Bay landscape transformation, 1950 - 2014.

Lesser Antilles. The site was largely excavated in the 1920s and most of the remains are in the National Museum in Denmark. The park also boasts the first documented visit by Christopher Columbus’s crew on United States soil. On November 14, 1493, during Columbus’s second voyage, his expeditionary force landed at Salt River Bay, resulting in the earliest recorded armed resistance

by Amerindians to European colonization. This same site is where Fort Salé guards the Salt River Bay. The fort was constructed in 1641 as a collaboration between the Dutch, French and English, representing one of the earliest and few surviving examples of European earthen fortifications in the New World.

Salt River Bay NHP&EP’s watershed flows into open marine conditions uniquely positioned on the edge of a world-class submarine canyon that empties into the 3-mile-deep basin, Virgin Islands Trough, to the north of St. Croix. From the terrestrial uplands to the canyon’s depth the park protects

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a complete ridge-to-reef ecosystem that provides habitat and sustains rare, threatened, and endangered plant and wildlife species on the island of St. Croix. For the past 15 years the manmade Mangrove Lagoon on the park’s east side has been known for its exceptional bioluminescence phenomenon. By Fall 2015 a small 300-squarefoot educational center will be available for K-12 educators to use on the park’s east side.

The co-management of Salt River Bay NHP&EP is collaborative, using the federal government, the USVI government, and the wider Virgin Islands community to provide stewardship, research, and understanding of the park’s diverse resources.

From November 14 - June 1, the NPS operates a Visitor’s Center above Columbus Landing on the park’s west side. The building is open two days a week, 9:30 am - 3:30 pm, and by appointment.

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Gov. Juan F. Luis Hospital & Medical Center – 340-778-6311 Did You Know? JFL provides the following in-patient care services for you and your family: General & Specialty Surgeries (Operating Department), Intensive & Progressive Care Services (critical care & continuous monitoring of patients), Medical & Surgical Services (overnight & surgical recovery), and Women & Children Health Services (Labor & Delivery, Nursery including Neonatal ICU, PostPartum, OB/GYN surgeries & Pediatrics). You don’t have to be admitted to utilize the following outpatient services: Cardiovascular Services (VI Cardiac Center), Diagnostic Imaging (x-ray), including the Women’s Health Imaging Suite, Emergency Services, including the Fast Track (urgent care walk-in facility), Gastroenterology (digestive system & its disorders), Laboratory & Blood Bank (clinical testing and blood donation), Rehabilitation Services (physical therapy), and Nephrology (5 Diamond Hemodialysis Unit for patients with end stage renal dialysis). JFL’s mission is to “drive improvement in the health care of those we serve, while exemplifyJFL provides the following in-patient care services for you and your family: ing compassion and respect.” Visit www.jflusvi.org Ź General and Specialty Surgeries (Operating Department) Ź Care Services (critical care & continuous monitoring of patients) orIntensive email& Progressive info@jflusvi.com

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JFL provides the following outpatient services for you and your family:

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

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

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Paradise Waits Tattoo Studio & Gallery – 340-220-1206 Thinking of Inking? If you want to go home with a vacation tattoo—meet your tattoo artist!

Owner/Artist, “Mama Jenni,” has been a tattooist for 6+ years, combining her innate creativity with the skills of her previous career, a Registered Nurse. She has a light touch, will put you at ease & always uses sterile, disposable materials & high quality ink. Tattoos require special care to promote healthy healing, so it’s best to have your tattoo done towards the end of your vacation.

To have your new tattoo design look its best, skin needs to be free of sunburn, scabs, or other damage. Unless you plan on visiting more frequently, choose a tattoo design that can be done in a single session, usually from 1 to 3 hours. Of course, it’s good to know we have a free touch-up policy! 54 King Street, Christiansted. www.tattoostcroix.com The Buccaneer Hideaway Spa & Salon – 340-712-2149 We offer a variety of relaxing, rejuvenating and therapeutic spa treatments, services, and packages reducing stress and promoting wellness using seawater and marine products that address the needs of every skin type. Choose from dozens of Waxing, Manicure, and Pedicure Services along with Deep Tissue, Aromatherapy, Deluxe Therapeutic, and Reflexology Massage.

Specialized Scrubs and Wraps can be followed by an application of Protective Anti-aging Cream with sunscreen. Choose from Three Spa Packages or “create your own” Day of Indulgence. Proud to feature Jane Iredale (make-up), Phytomer (skin care), Surface (hair), OPI (nails) & Carols Daughter products. Come shop today! Located at the Buccaneer Hotel. Open Mon through Fri, 9 am - 7 pm, Sat 10 am - 6 pm and Sun 12-6 pm. www.thebuccaneer.com/spa Renuatum Spa/Yoga Studio - 340-718-2440 Visit us for ‘island fresh’ spa regimens like our Aloe and Noni After-Sun Treatment or one of our Farm Fresh Facials. Other offerings include Ayurveda, Reiki/Energy healing, Bamboo massage, a sensational AromaTouch massage, locally, hand-made skincare products, and exclusive Eminence Organics prod-

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Treat Yourself R el ax, Indulge, R ecover relaxing sound of the ocean as you unwind and let our caring and educated professionals cater to your body, nail and hair care needs. Open Tuesday – Saturday, 10am to 6pm. Located 10 minutes east of Christiansted in Suite 9 of Tamarind Reef Resort (adjacent to Deep End Restaurant, Galleon Restaurant and Green Cay Marina). Offering 15% discount to St. Croix Residents! www.TamarindReefResort.com

Tropical Therapy offers the award-winning dermalogica system of products along with a full menu of body treatments!

ucts! Manduka yoga gear, bamboo clothing, hand-made jewelry, crystals and Doterra essential oils are other reasons to come visit and indulge! Our new location on Queen Cross Street (former Namaste Café) features a beautiful indoor yoga studio with daily classes. Renuatum Spa is the perfect place to Relax, Revive, and Renew your wellness.

Open Tuesday-Saturday 10am-5pm (yoga class schedule may be within but not limited to these hours). Renuatum hosts ongoing health and wellness workshops and welcomes the community as an educational center.

For more info visit www.renuatumspa.com Tamarind Reef Resort Spa – 340-718-3782 Tamarind Reef Resort welcomes you to revive your spirit at our tranquil day spa. Our intimate spa overlooks the ocean and features a variety of massages, manicures, pedicures and more. Tamarind invites you to treat yourself and enjoy a little pampering or treat a loved one with a gift of indulgence. Experience the

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Real Estate R ent, O wn, Invest

Blue Sky Real Estate – 340-719-1409 What is your dream? The Sky is the limit! At Blue Sky Real Estate, your needs are our priority. We are known throughout the islands as agents with universal appeal who respect clients – big or small – equally. With over 200 years combined experience in the Virgin Islands – and deep ancestral roots beyond we are authentically Caribbean. Our contacts and experience deliver the smoothest possible real estate transactions in the USVI and BVI. Buying real estate is likely one of your largest transactions. We respect that. Whether it takes one call or 20, we make sure your questions are answered and interests served. We want to see you in a home or property you LOVE. That’s why we do what we do. It’s that simple. www.homebuyvi.com Calabash Real Estate – 340-718-5285 Experience the Difference! Service – Market Knowledge – Expertise. Our dedicated team of 20 licensed Realtors, led by Broker Honnie Edwards, offers professional brokerage services to buyers and sellers – residential, commercial,

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our data is accurate and up-to-date. We’re “high tech and high touch” and we’re here for you. Gallows Bay and Buccaneer Hotel. www.coldwellbankervi.com and www.stcroixforrent.com Lisa Christensen-Harris – 340-778-7000 x104 Lisa Christensen is a third generation “Cruzan” dating back to when St. Croix was under the Danish Flag. Lisa’s family has served the Virgin Islands in the government, business and public sectors. As a Sales Associate and Real Estate Specialist with Coldwell Banker St. Croix Realty I have the privilege of working with some of the most experienced and knowledgeable realtors on the island. I look forward to showing off “my island” to other local islanders or ‘statesiders’ new to St. Croix. One of the things I like to share with off island clients is touring St. Croix from east to west introducing you to the local way of life on St. Croix. “I’ll work with you from a $10 piece of land to million dollar house!” Cell, 340.227.7899. Email, www.coldwellbankervi.com

Coldwell Banker St.Croix Realty – 340-778-7000 With broker Amy Land-deWilde at the helm, the professionals at Coldwell Banker St Croix Realty are eager to help you buy, sell or lease real estate. We offer a host of lovely homes, outstanding building sites, and both historic and commercial properties. Coldwell Banker St. Croix Realty also lists an array of rental properties, ideal for your next dream vacation or long-term lease. From a bungalow on the beach to a villa with a view, we have the perfect property for you Because we keep up with the latest technology and market trends, This Week ad 09-14_Layout 1 8/21/14 2:04 PM Page 1

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MOVING HERE Dream – Build – Retire More vacationers every year find a way to move to “America’s Paradise.” They like that we are part of the US, have no state taxes, enjoy great year-round climate and are surrounded by beautiful beaches and turquoise water.

Newcomers learn the traditions of culture and history on the island. Being home to dozens of community organizations, with volunteer opportunities, and annual events to attend, it’s easy to get involved quickly and form new friendships.

St. Croix is an ideal second home for some and a wonderful year-round residence for others. Houses and condos are available for rent or purchase along with undeveloped land for those who want to build.

Job openings exist in many fields and we have an Economic Development Commission (EDC) program that offers tax incentives for business owners who qualify.

St. Croix retains a relaxing pace even though cosmopolitan in many ways. We say, “ Good Morning” before beginning a conversation, say “no problem” and mean it, and celebrate lots of holidays without commercializing them.

A few challenges might be not being able to find your favorite brand all the time, finding water scarce during dry spells (although you can buy it by the truckload), and erratic electricity (making generators popular along with the use of solar panels).

A Week in the Life…

by Amy Land-de-Wilde

As I was scanning back through this last

week on St. Croix, I was reminded how much there is to see and do on our tiny island in the middle of the deep blue Caribbean. And just to remind you, St. Croix is totally surrounded by the Caribbean Sea and doesn’t have the rougher waters of the Atlantic touching our shores.

On a drive I take every day, I’m greeted by a glorious male peacock or two grazing in a grassy area for all to admire. I have to say that no matter how many times I drive by, I still smile each and every time. The peacock owners used to have an emu, too. He once escaped and was galumphing toward one of our loveliest neighborhoods adjacent to a golf course. The juxtaposition of “emu” to “manicured golf course” was hilarious. Because of the nature of small-island living, we all knew who to call to come and corral the emu. Talk about putting a smile on your face! (Actually, that was more like a guffaw!)

This week, I joined friends (all of us transplanted from the States) on their sailboat at sunset.

What I adore about these impromptu trips is that they seem to bring people together who’ve seen each other only to nod and say “hi”, but who may not know each other so well. By the time you ease up to the mooring, you’ve made fast friends. Your circle is ever-expanding, here on St. Croix. It’s an easy place to decide to pop out to a restaurant alone or whip up a casual last-minute dinner with friends bringing part of the meal. And you make friends easily here!

Evenings often include moments outside watching the sun drop into the water and hoping for that split-second green flash--always a thrill. The sunsets here are spectacular and these events have smart phones popping up skyward with the inevitable posting to one’s favorite social media site. On the boat the other night, we all agreed that the beauty of our St. Croix and the friends we’ve made here root us, and that our lives have all changed for the better as a result of making this island our home.

On another night this week, I reunited with snowbirds just back to their winter home. This is how we full-timers track the seasons….not by leaves changing or colder weather. Nope…. always about 85 and sunny here with palm fronds swaying in the tradewinds. We look forward to colder weather up north so we can see our friends again and make new ones. St. Croix is a low-key island. We have our share of celebrities and they want to be low-key as well.

I always tell people interested in moving here or spending more time here that St. Croix isn’t as socially stratified as life in many parts of the U.S. You come to really know people who’ve done very important things with their lives as well as others with perhaps a smaller footprint and much different from yourself. All have so much to offer and share. Our lives here are enhanced by the rich diversity of our islanders.

If this seems like a week you’d like to have, we at Coldwell Banker St. Croix Realty would love to help you get settled more quickly and make the learning curve of our St. Croix seamless.

Come and stay for a short or long time.

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6:55 am the sky is the bright star Regulus December Sunset: 5:46 pm January Sunset: 6:04 pm the Wise Men knew that it was in Leo, the Lion. happening. They knew that Sunrise and sunset times are based on the 15th of each month.

On December 21st the this event would take place in Earth’s north pole will be tilted Pisces, the Fish, a star group at its maximum angle away from the Sun, marking the start of winter which for them was symbolic of the Hebrews. Thus some great event in the northern hemisphere. would take place in the land of the Hebrews and the Wise Men were off on their search. Was this meeting of the planets really “The Star”?

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