How do people dress in St Croix?

Men usually do not wear ties or jackets and no one bothers with raincoats. During the day, shorts and sleeveless blouses or tees are the norm. In the Virgin Islands, it is not acceptable for a woman to wear a bathing suit without a cover-up, however, except on the beach.



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The Natives Croix are called Crucians, sometimes spelled 'Cruzan'. Crucians are very friendly but are reserved people. Behavior that is loud and boisterous is often times frowned upon. A smile and a greeting such as 'good evening' will surely help you fit in.

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You will find St. Croix to be safe, very friendly and very relaxing!

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Some of the more well-known Caribbean dishes you will find here on St. Croix are saltfish, conch in butter sauce, kallaloo, and fried kingfish steaks. Saltfish is fresh fish that has been salt-cured and dried until all the moisture has been extracted.

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Croix had the highest poverty rate of the islands at 40.6% (nearly the same as the rate in 2013: 40.5%). In St. Thomas, 34% of children lived in families in poverty (up from 29% in 2013). In St.

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While St. Croix is not known for it's nightlife, many restaurants, bars and hotels feature live music with everything from pop to reggae to jazz, including piano bars. You can also find several Traditional West Indian Dance and musical troupes. There are many other events and festivals held throughout the year.

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Long pants and hiking shoes are recommended for hiking. You should also note that it is an offence for anyone, including children, to dress in camouflage clothing.

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The North Shore It is the most touristy region of St. Croix, site of the best beaches, the most hotels, and the densest shopping. It is also the takeoff point (at Christiansted Harbor) for excursions to Buck Island, St. Croix's most popular attraction.

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The water in town and at most hotels is perfectly safe to drink. If you are in doubt simply ask. The water at most of the villas on the island is collected rain water that is stored in cisterns below the villas. It may be safe to drink, but we recommend buying bottled water for drinking purposes.

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Taxes on beer, wine, and spirits in the US Virgin Islands is very low. In particular, you will find that spirits are much more favorably priced than elsewhere. You can take take 6 bottles back with you as long as one of the bottles is a product made in the Virgin Islands such as rum.

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We suggest that you use the same precautions you would whenever you are in an unfamiliar place: don't carry a lot of cash with you (there are plenty of ATM's on the island to resupply as you go), lock your doors at night, don't leave any valuables in your vehicle or on any beach unattended, don't walk into dark areas ...

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The largest of the US Virgin Islands, Saint Croix boasts the clearest turquoise blue water, sink your toes in sand, eclectic Caribbean cuisines and rich history and culture. There is so much to see and explore, we advise at least a week-long stay.

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Croix Known For? St. Croix is known for its historic sugar plantations, white-sand beaches and the surrounding coral reef that's popular with snorkelers and scuba divers. Its two main towns – Christiansted and Frederiksted – have a colonial feel with arched, shaded walkways and sorbet-colored buildings.

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