Often asked: Where Is Saint Croix?

What country owns St Croix?

Saint Croix (pronounced KROY, /ˈkrɔɪ/) is an island in the Caribbean Sea, and a county and constituent district of the United States Virgin Islands ( USVI ), an unincorporated territory of the United States. St. Croix is the largest of the islands in the territory.

Is St Croix dangerous?

St Croix has no more of a crime problem than any other tourist destination. That is not to say there is no crime on the island, of course, St. Croix, like anywhere, is not crime free, so just take normal precautions. Almost 100% of the crime is locals against locals.

Is St Croix expensive?

There’s great diving, snorkeling, fishing, and sailing off of St. Croix, but shopping is another big activity since prices are very low compared to most other Caribbean islands. St. Croix is mostly a mid-priced Caribbean island, so it’s not ideal for the real budget traveler or for those with limitless holiday budgets.

Is St Croix poor?

Croix, St. John and St. Thomas — have a combined population of 100,000 and a poverty rate of 22 percent, nearly 50 percent higher than where I live in Texas. Island life was hard for many before the devastating storms of September.

Do you have to have a passport to go to St Croix?

Required Travel Documents for Travel to St. Croix. Passports for U.S. Citizens are NOT required for the U.S. Virgin Islands, but you must be prepared to show evidence of citizenship upon leaving the territory (such as a government issued photo ID or your passport ).

Is St John or St Croix better?

St Croix is much quieter generally but there is way more beachfront accommodation than on St John (where there’s virtually none) and the accommodations are generally less expensive than on either STT or STJ.

What currency is used in St Croix?

Croix’s currency is US Dollars. Most credit cards and travelers checks are accepted. No sales tax. The language is English, yet many locals also speak English with a Caribbean twist.

What is the best time of year to go to St Croix?

St. Croix can be visited year -round, but based on the ideal climate conditions, cost of travel, and avoiding peak holiday periods, April-June is the best time to go. The very hottest temperatures in St. Croix get to around 29℃ (85℉) in the height of summer.

Are there sharks in St Croix?

Shark. Although there are sharks living within the waters around the Virgin Islands the likelihood of you seeing one is rare. On reef dives and sometimes while snorkeling it is possible to see nurse sharks; most other sharks avoid reefs during the day.

Are St Croix Rods good?

St Croix Avid’s are probably the best stick on the market for the money today. Definitely for light inshore spinning. Compare Avid to Loomis; same rod weight, guides, reel seat, cork quality.

How much is a gallon of milk in St Croix?

Cost of Living in St Croix

Restaurants	Edit
Coke/Pepsi (12 oz small bottle)	2.50$
Water (12 oz small bottle)	1.75$
Markets	Edit
Milk (regular), (1 gallon )	5.74$

Is St Croix a good vacation destination?

Croix is Best for: Culture, history, and food. Although it’s the largest of the three islands, St. Croix sees the fewest tourists, making it a great destination if you want a less commercialized Caribbean experience.

What is the crime rate in St Croix?

Crime rates in St Croix, Us Virgin Islands

Level of crime	73.33	High
Crime increasing in the past 3 years	73.33	High
Worries home broken and things stolen	55.77	Moderate
Worries being mugged or robbed	55.36	Moderate
Worries car stolen	57.14	Moderate

Is there a Walmart in the US Virgin Islands?

Grocery shopping tips and locations in the USVI. There are no Super Walmarts here – we have to go to multiple stores.

What airlines fly St Croix?

Which airlines offer direct flights to St Croix Island? jetBlue, Cape Air, United, American Airlines, Delta, Seaborne Airlines, Silver Airways and Air Sunshine all fly non-stop to St Croix Island.