STX News
On a monthly basis, we send out our newsletter with current St Croix news and upcoming events. We try to give a glimpse into life on our incredible island and hope it entices you to come feel the sand between your toes.
Birdwatching on St. Croix
The White-crowned Pigeon is a near threatened species and we have been seeing them in our front yard! Christie lays out seeds for them and we enjoy their occasional visits. Coincidentally, we came across an article by writer and photographer Robbie Lisa Freeman in the...
Long-awaited Rebuild of Paul E. Joseph Stadium Resumes
The construction can now resume after FEMA’s clearance on the project. The new stadium is state-of-the-art sports complex in Frederiksted that will be adjacent the Festival Village. It is part effort to revitalize Frederiksted according to the VI Consortium. The...
Vincent F. Mason Sr. Coral Resort in Frederiksted Groundbreaking
We are excited to hear that work is underway to rebuild the pool and facilities destroyed four years ago by Hurricanes Irma and Maria at the new Vincent F. Mason Sr. Coral Resort in Frederiksted. Local leaders broke ground on Tues. October 19, 2021. Reconstruction is...
Q&A: Has there been an increase in people looking to retire to the US Virgin Islands?
Published on our September 2021 Newsletter Christie's Answer: Over the past few years, we have noticed more people looking to St. Croix as a place to retire. Over the past 18 months we have certainly seen this trend accelerate. They usually have a 1 to 5 year...
Q&A: What is an inspection contingency, and how is it handled?
Published in our September 2021 Newsletter Chris' Answer: Once an offer to purchase a property has been accepted, the inspection contingency ensures that the Buyer receives vital information about the property. It allows the Buyer to potentially negotiate repairs, a...
All Inclusive Divi Carina Beach Resort and Casino in St Croix
That hotel has been shut down for 4 years since Hurricane Maria and we get a lot of questions about when that’s going to re-open. We are so happy to seeing the relaunch in October! According to their September announcement on Facebook, the resort will be a room-only...
St. Croix Pickleball
Pickleball is a sport that combines tennis, badminton, and ping-pong all in one, and it’s growing in popularity in the US Virgin Islands! The St. Croix Pickleball Committee thinks the sport gained traction in the territory about 2 years ago and has been organizing...
St Croix: World Central Kitchen
There’s no denying that the heart and soul of the Virgin Islands lies in the territory’s robust agriculture. With its rich, premium soil and its proximity to the equator, this combination creates a unique taste and texture in produce that surpasses the flavor of food...
Savant Restaurant in St Croix
Fresh, Flavorful & Creative Cuisine with an Eclectic Twist Since 1998, Savant has delivered on its promise of providing fresh, flavorful and creative cuisine to residents and visitors of St. Croix. Owner Tom Miller recalls the soft opening on the September night...
The Toxic 3 O’s in Sunscreen
This US Virgin Islands — St. Croix, St. John and St. Thomas — has lush green hillsides and beautiful beaches surrounded by colorful coral reefs. According to the Nature Conservancy, coral reefs in the Virgin Islands are essential for a healthy ocean, thriving...
Grapetree Bay Hotel and Villas Return
A renowned St. Croix hotel returns! Thirty-two years after Hurricane Hugo ravaged St. Croix, an iconic hotel has returned to its former space after its doors were shuttered due to the catastrophic 1989 storm. Grapetree Bay Hotel & Villas is located on St. Croix’s...
Q&A: Interview with Sweet Lime Furnishings, St. Croix
Living on St. Croix, we spend a lot of time outside enjoying the beautiful weather. Having outdoor living spaces are an important factor for many of our clients when they shop for a home. This month, we spoke with Pat Sellegren, owner of Sweet Lime Furnishings, about...