From protected reefs to rum distilleries, here’s how to get to know the Caribbean island.
But despite its convenient access from the United States mainland, this island seems to fly under the radar.
Go for a night dive at Frederiksted Pier to see underwater in a new light.
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Indulge in St. Croix’s culinary scene one of the best among the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Visit Protestant Cay for beautiful beaches with an unusual history.
Tour a famous distillery and try regional rums, too.
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Read on for their tried-and-true suggestions.
Sail and swim at Buck Island.
With that in mind, a trip toSt.
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Local companies offer half and full-day excursions to the island and its protected ecosystem.
Dive at Frederiksted Pier at night.
Indulge in a burgeoning food scene.
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Patio space and frequent live music makeShupe’s On the Boardwalka favorite in Christiansted.
Visit Protestant Cay.
This beautiful cay gets its name from its past as an age-old Protestant burial ground.
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Tour a historic rum distillery.
Celebrate with locals at the Crucian Christmas Festival.
There’s plenty of delicious local food available at every turn, too.
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Spend a day at Rainbow Beach.
Sample local Crucian fare.
Explore hidden beaches.
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“White-sand beaches like Shoys Beach are local favorites, quiet despite being so lovely,” she says.
Visit St. Croixs botanical garden.
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Over 1,500 species of tropical plants await at theSt.
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Visit Christiansted National Historic Site.
Snorkel in tidal pools.
That also means it’s not overcrowded.
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Adventurous visitors will want this spot on their island itinerary.
Shop in Christiansted.
Colorful King’s Alley has a high concentration of shops in Christianstedand is worth exploring.
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Enjoy a sunset sail.
There’s nothing like taking in a St. Croix sunset from the water.
Local charters offer plenty of options for group excursions and private sailings year-round.
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Sip drinks by the ocean at AMA at Cane Bay.
Sustainably sourced local ingredients shine, while the cocktail menu features both island favorites and new creations.
Kayak through bioluminescent bays.
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Feast at the Taste of St. Croix.
Explore Fort Frederik.
Hit the links at Buccaneer Beach & Golf Resort.
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Dive at Butler Bay.
The wreck of a colossal oil barge is home to some of the bay’s most stunning marine life.
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Bush Tribe Eco Adventures
A Taste of St Croix
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