Mar 29, 2025 | Island News
In honor of Virgin Islands History Month, the Community Foundation of the Virgin Islands (CFVI) held a virtual showcase to highlight the rich history, heritage, and culture of the Virgin Islands through projects funded by the National Endowment for the Humanities. According to the St Croix Source’s recent article, 8 grant recipients presented the projects they completed encompassing dance, documentary production, the creation of a primer teaching the alphabet, and a study of oral history traditions. Reviewers also viewed a presentation on a project designed to teach youths how to express their concerns over gun violence. Another ambitious project involved planning to establish a library at a St. Croix private school.
To read the full article go to St Croix Source.
Mar 29, 2025 | Island News
A $1 million in grant funds from The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation’s Humanities in Place program will help fund the redevelopment of Sunday Market Square as well as allow for sub-grants to be awarded to nonprofits engaged in keeping cultural traditions alive on St. Croix, according to a released statement from the St. Croix Foundation and reported by the VI Consortium in a recent article. Sunday Market Square holds deep cultural significance as one of the oldest, planned public squares under the U.S. flag. Located in downtown Christiansted, “it represents a unique history linked to Denmark’s colonization on the island of St. Croix from 1733 to 1917″ according to a statement by the foundation.
Read the full article on this and other projects that are part of this grant in this VI Consortium article.
Feb 21, 2025 | Island News
The VI Consortium recently reported that Lieutenant Governor Tregenza Roach has announced that property owners whose homestead property tax credits expire in 2024 must submit a new application and provide the necessary documentation to continue receiving homestead tax credits for their 2025 property tax bill. The Tax Credit must be renewed every five years, with the next renewal deadline set for March 1, 2025.
A Homestead Property Tax Credit is only applicable if the applicant is the legal owner of the property and uses it as their primary residence. Property owners cannot claim a homestead credit for more than one residence or apply for homestead credits in other jurisdictions. Additionally, the credit cannot reduce the tax obligation below the minimum of $180.00. Any changes to homestead status must be reported to the Office of the Tax Assessor by March 1 of each year.
Applications and homestead tax credit requirements are available online at ltg.gov.vi and propertytax.vi.gov, as well as at the Offices of the Tax Assessor on St. Thomas, St. Croix, and St. John.
Property owners eligible for the General Homestead Tax Credit ($400.00) may also apply for one additional credit like Veteran Tax Credit ($650.00), Senior Tax Credit ($500.00), and Disability Tax Credit ($500.00). See the VI Consortium full article and the St Croix Source full article for details.
Jan 28, 2025 | Island News
After a 5-year hiatus, JetBlue has returned to St Croix in December with New Flight to St Croix which is great news for the island and tourism. “JetBlue’s relaunch of service to St. Croix is part of JetBlue’s significant network enhancements in San Juan and focus on leisure and VFR (visiting friend and relatives) routes, aligned with the airline’s JetForward strategy,” the airline said in a statement in response to questions from The Daily News (read full article here).
New flight to St Croix include 1x/daily flights nonstop service to/from Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport (SJU) in Puerto Rico to St Croix, USVI started on December 12, 2024. See photos of the celebration at Henry E. Rohlsen Airport on St. Croix and read the full article by St Croix Source here.
Jan 28, 2025 | Island News
Fantastic tourism news! The VI Consortium shared the USVI had a record-breaking 2024, including over 932,000 air arrivals, a 9.8% rise in cruise passengers, and accolades like the world’s best beach. The V.I. Department of Tourism announced that the U.S. Virgin Islands has reached new milestones in tourism, with record-breaking passenger arrivals reflecting the growing popularity of St. Croix, St. Thomas, and St. John as premier Caribbean destinations. D.O.T. revealed that 2024 was a year of exponential growth for the territory, driven by innovative strategies, new airline routes, and strengthened cruise partnerships.
The territory also received multiple prestigious accolades in 2024, further solidifying its status as a top destination. These include:
- Best Caribbean Cruise Destination 2024 by Porthole Cruise and Travel Magazine
- Caribbean Culinary Destination (St. Croix) and Caribbean Yachting Destination of the Year by Caribbean Journal
- Top 10 Best Beach for Honeymoon Beach, St. John, by USA TODAY 10 Best Readers’ Choice Travel Awards
- Number 1 Best Beach in the World 2024 for Trunk Bay, St. John, by The World’s 50 Best Beaches
- Number 1 Domestic Trending Summer Destination for St. Thomas by Expedia 2024 Summer Outlook
- Experiential Marketing Bronze Award for the Caribbean Way of Sports & Lifestyle Tourism Integrated Campaign by HSMAI Adrian Awards
Read the complete article here.
Nov 26, 2024 | Island News
Question: “What are the top amenities that pet owners say they are looking for?”
Our Answer:
Buyers are showing an increased desire for more pet-friendly conveniences:
- Fenced-in backyard
- Durable flooring
- Proximity to a vet
- A dog wash station – either outside, or in a mudroom
- Specially designed grooming hand shower in an existing tub or shower
- Trails and sidewalks for walking and hiking
- Hidden food or watering stations, often in a kitchen island
- Under counter small refrigerator for separate ingredients to make the pet their food
- Crates built into cabinetry
- Custom made furniture pieces
- Adequate square footage
- Outdoor play areas
Contact us with any questions about real estate on St. Croix!
