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Top 5 Ways to Enjoy St. Croix
- Get in the Water! St Croix is a snorkeler's dream with vibrant tropical fish and reefs bordering numerous island beaches. Divers have more than 50 sites to choose from, including the Cane Bay Wall, Frederiksted Pier and underwater wrecks to the north and the west. A must for visitors is a half-day excursion to Buck Island Reef National Monument just offshore, where you'll swim and snorkel with gear provided by your boat captain.
- Paddle a Kayak. Join guided excursions through the Salt River National Historical Park and Ecological Reserve to see the place where hostile Indians greeted the landing party Christopher Columbus sent ashore. Besides enjoying a painless history lesson, you'll spot protected wildlife, glide past mangrove forests and swim at a deserted beach.
- Head Off the Beaten Path. Nature enthusiasts will revel in St. Croix's unspoiled, rugged landscape and hidden natural treasures, such as Annaly Bay, Creque Dam, the Monks Baths, and Jack and Isaac Bays. Hook up with a naturalist guide or call the St. Croix Environmental Association which hosts many eco-events.
- Meet The Locals. Check event listings before you arrive and ask your hotel staff what's happening. There may be a free or low-cost local event you won't want to miss. Sunset Jazz on the third Friday of each month in Frederiksted, and "Jump Up" street fairs in Christiansted are great places to chat with island residents, as are the summer Mango Melee at the Botanical Garden, Agriculture Fair and concerts at Whim Museum.
- Delve Into the Past. Track St. Croix's colorful history with walking tours of both towns, followed by visits to the Cruzan Rum Factory, Whim Plantation, St. George Village Botanical Garden and Lawaetz Museum. Be on the lookout for brown Heritage Trail signs that mark intriguing sites and roadside ruins.
Find a complete list of activities, island tours and day trips, tour operators, charter boats for dive, snorkeling, fishing and swimming, golf and water sports - right here in our Activities Directory.
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