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ST CROIX VIRGIN ISLANDS
Adventures in St. Croix
By Caitlin Moore
Fine beaches, lush forests, historical landmarks, and a touch of
Europe make a visit to St. Croix, the largest of the US Virgin Islands, a
journey through land and time. The attitude of this island is fun-loving
and welcoming to tourists, so start planning a jaunt in this direction if
you feel like sampling the finest features that the Caribbean has to
offer.
Eighty two square miles is a lot of ground to cover, so a little
investigation into the sights and sounds of St. Croix will better allow
you to do and see what you want while you’re here, while saving time
for plenty of lounging on the beach, of course. History buffs, party
animals, and nature lovers will all have several options, so prepare for
endless entertainments to punctuate your vacation of variation.
To relive St. Croix’s past, a full tour of the island might be a good idea.
Definitely make a stop at Estate St. George Botanical Garden, a fertile
area of land that contains the ruins of a 19th century sugar cane plant,
rum distillery, the worker’s buildings that accompany them, as well as
a stone dam and watermill. Salt River is the place where Columbus
first set foot on “Santa Cruz” in 1493 during his second voyage to the
Caribbean. Finally, Whim Greathouse, which has been restored to its
original glory after having been built over two hundred years ago, is
where you’ll view the windmill, main house, and several other
structures that help to define St. Croix’s image. A museum will help
explain what you see and a gift shop will supply you with souvenirs.
The rainforests of St. Croix make for another eye-popping adventure.
Though owned privately, several acres of land in the western part of
the isle are accessible to the public and reveal clusters of mahogany
trees, Tibet trees, and yellow cedars. Listen for the sounds of
mountain doves and take a few moments to breathe in the fragrant,
fruit-scented air. For a one-of-a-kind token of your trip, order a
sculpture made from these very trees by the artists who work in the
area. As you watch the woodcarvers in action and then commission
them to create a piece of furniture to be sent to your home, you’ll know
you’re doing something special.
For more traditional island pursuits, you’ll want to save plenty of time
to hang out at the parks and beaches that sweeten the shores of St.
Croix. Buck Island Reef is home to a National Monument; the only
underwater park in the country. This expanse of terrain is filled with
lovely beaches and plenty of recreational amenities like picnic tables
and barbecue pits. Cramer Park is another choice that makes getting
together for food, drink, and even dancing an easy choice. Live music
is a regular occurrence on the weekends while the weekdays stay a
bit quieter.
From the Danish-influenced towns of Christiansted and Frederiksted,
which appreciators of architecture should definitely take note of, to the
peaceful forests and beaches, St. Croix has what it takes to make a
vacation memorable. By seeing the sights and allowing yourself to
enjoy some downtime as well, the few days you spend here will be
both enriching and relaxing, an unbeatable combination.
To fully take advantage of all that is here in St. Croix, it would be wise
to consider renting a vacation home in order to ensure that your home
base is a stress-free part of your getaway. A seaside villa that gives
you goose bumps when you first lay eyes on it will serve as a good
omen for the entire trip. Unpack your bags and settle in to the sound of
the waves hitting the beach, and leave the windows open all night to
watch the curtains sway with the gentle breeze.
If traveling with several people, vacation homes keep everyone happy
by providing lots of space and entertainment options. This means no
arguing over what channel to watch on TV (not that you’ll be doing too
much of that) and no running out of clean towels. Small groups and
couples will be equally well taken care of, as a number of cozy little
casitas make for the possibility of a true escape from reality.
St. Croix is a heavenly place to spend a few days, so if the mood has
struck, start planning a trip today. Go online to reserve the perfect St.
Croix Vacation Rental for your needs, and let the island take it from
there.
HomeAway.com has all the resources you’ll need to end up enjoying
your next vacation from the privileged position of a vacation rental.
Adventures in St. Croix
By Caitlin Moore
Fine beaches, lush forests, historical landmarks, and a touch of
Europe make a visit to St. Croix, the largest of the US Virgin Islands, a
journey through land and time. The attitude of this island is fun-loving
and welcoming to tourists, so start planning a jaunt in this direction if
you feel like sampling the finest features that the Caribbean has to
offer.
Eighty two square miles is a lot of ground to cover, so a little
investigation into the sights and sounds of St. Croix will better allow
you to do and see what you want while you’re here, while saving time
for plenty of lounging on the beach, of course. History buffs, party
animals, and nature lovers will all have several options, so prepare for
endless entertainments to punctuate your vacation of variation.
To relive St. Croix’s past, a full tour of the island might be a good idea.
Definitely make a stop at Estate St. George Botanical Garden, a fertile
area of land that contains the ruins of a 19th century sugar cane plant,
rum distillery, the worker’s buildings that accompany them, as well as
a stone dam and watermill. Salt River is the place where Columbus
first set foot on “Santa Cruz” in 1493 during his second voyage to the
Caribbean. Finally, Whim Greathouse, which has been restored to its
original glory after having been built over two hundred years ago, is
where you’ll view the windmill, main house, and several other
structures that help to define St. Croix’s image. A museum will help
explain what you see and a gift shop will supply you with souvenirs.
The rainforests of St. Croix make for another eye-popping adventure.
Though owned privately, several acres of land in the western part of
the isle are accessible to the public and reveal clusters of mahogany
trees, Tibet trees, and yellow cedars. Listen for the sounds of
mountain doves and take a few moments to breathe in the fragrant,
fruit-scented air. For a one-of-a-kind token of your trip, order a
sculpture made from these very trees by the artists who work in the
area. As you watch the woodcarvers in action and then commission
them to create a piece of furniture to be sent to your home, you’ll know
you’re doing something special.
For more traditional island pursuits, you’ll want to save plenty of time
to hang out at the parks and beaches that sweeten the shores of St.
Croix. Buck Island Reef is home to a National Monument; the only
underwater park in the country. This expanse of terrain is filled with
lovely beaches and plenty of recreational amenities like picnic tables
and barbecue pits. Cramer Park is another choice that makes getting
together for food, drink, and even dancing an easy choice. Live music
is a regular occurrence on the weekends while the weekdays stay a
bit quieter.
From the Danish-influenced towns of Christiansted and Frederiksted,
which appreciators of architecture should definitely take note of, to the
peaceful forests and beaches, St. Croix has what it takes to make a
vacation memorable. By seeing the sights and allowing yourself to
enjoy some downtime as well, the few days you spend here will be
both enriching and relaxing, an unbeatable combination.
To fully take advantage of all that is here in St. Croix, it would be wise
to consider renting a vacation home in order to ensure that your home
base is a stress-free part of your getaway. A seaside villa that gives
you goose bumps when you first lay eyes on it will serve as a good
omen for the entire trip. Unpack your bags and settle in to the sound of
the waves hitting the beach, and leave the windows open all night to
watch the curtains sway with the gentle breeze.
If traveling with several people, vacation homes keep everyone happy
by providing lots of space and entertainment options. This means no
arguing over what channel to watch on TV (not that you’ll be doing too
much of that) and no running out of clean towels. Small groups and
couples will be equally well taken care of, as a number of cozy little
casitas make for the possibility of a true escape from reality.
St. Croix is a heavenly place to spend a few days, so if the mood has
struck, start planning a trip today. Go online to reserve the perfect St.
Croix Vacation Rental for your needs, and let the island take it from
there.
HomeAway.com has all the resources you’ll need to end up enjoying
your next vacation from the privileged position of a vacation rental.
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