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.
Crucian Culture Reigns at Stanleyville Village Opening
Thursday, December 26, 2019 was the Opening of Stanleyville. The Crucian Christmas Festival Village, named Stanleyville in honor of the iconic quelbe band. The opening ceremonies set the tone of preserving Crucian heritage by honoring culture bearers Stanley and the...
Autobiography Recounts ‘Long Journey to Paradise’ for Former UNICEF Worker
Former UNICEF worker and writer Horst Cerni who lives in the Virgin Islands shares his adventurous journey in his new autobiography “Journeying to Paradise”. The book is filed with filled with anecdotes about Cerni’s travels around the world, his family, the war and...
Crucian Christmas Parade Featured Culture Bearers and Newcomers
On January 4, 2020, the Adult's Parade of the Crucian Christmas Festival featured troupes dancing through the streets wearing beautifully hand crafted, vibrant, feathery costumes. Participants showcased the culture and traditions of the island. Read more at the St....
American Airlines Is Adding an Extra Daily Flight to St Croix
The USVI Tourism Commissioner Joseph Boschulte announced St Croix will soon have three daily flights from the Miami market. In midst of a tourism revival, St Croix will have an additional daily American Airlines flight coming from Miami starting next summer. Read more...
Sugar Mill Veterinary Center & the Sunshine Foundation Friendraiser
On January 11, 2020, Sugar Mill Veterinary Center & the Sunshine Foundation is celebrating their 10 years in the St Croix community with a Friendraiser party. For more details visit here. Sunshine Foundation is a 501c3 nonprofit organization with a mission to end...
16th Annual St. Croix Dolphins Sea Swim
January 5, 2020 is the date for the 16th Annual St.Croix Dolphins' Sea Swim. This fun family event will take place on a Sunday and the 1 mile swim will start at the Frederiksted Pier and finishes at Rainbow Beach. Lunch and a T-Shirt are included in the price of...
Ah Palate Of Cultural Cuisine
December 27, 2019. Ah Palate Of Cultural Cuisine is a night time fair at the Christian “Shan” Hendricks Vegetable Market located on Company Street in downtown Christiansted where residents and visitors will have the opportunity to purchase traditional cultural holiday...
Yappy Hour Thursdays
On December 26, Un Amore has 'Yappy Hour' for you and your pet. Looking for something to do after Christmas with your pets? Un Amore is offering their 'yappetizers' and puppy cocktails to satisfy a variety of palates. The restaurant also donates 5% of sales to the St....
Adventure Fun Sail Program
On December 21, 2019, children/teens aged 8-16 can spend an afternoon to improve on sailing and nautical skills with this upcoming sailing program. Explores the waters of the East End of St Croix from a variety of watercraft. Learn more here.
Crucian Christmas Festival
The Crucian Christmas Festival (which we call carnival) is one of our favorite times of the year. Mixed with modern day celebrations and long standing traditions, the monthlong celebration offers many festivities starting on December 8 and into January 4. Check out...
STX Bike Path Opens
The first section of the St. Croix Bike Path opened Wednesday at the crest of the Christiansted Bypass by the AARP national president and others involved with the project. The V.I. Trail Alliance, a nonprofit organization, received a $22,500 AARP challenge grant – the...
Excavation Offers Intimate Look at the Lives of Enslaved Africans
An archaeologist at Vanderbilt University in Nashville and nineteen middle and high school students from the Caribbean Center for Boys & Girls of the Virgin Islands in Christiansted take a close look at Estate Little Princess on St. Croix. The excavation findings...