Earth Month: Trade Winds
As if our island's natural beauty isn't enough, Mother Nature is kind to St. Croix with our trade winds. Much of the time, trade winds hold temperatures between 75 and 85 degrees Fahrenheit, seldom going above 90 and never below 60. But how does she do it? Within a...
Earth Month: Point Udall Named for “Advocate of the Planet Earth”
St. Croix's Point Udall is the easternmost point (by travel, not longitude) in the United States. It was named in honor of Stewart Lee Udall (1920-2010), one of the founders of the modern conservation and environmental movement in the United States, and United States...
Earth Month – Is St. Croix a Volcano?
St. Croix is known as the “The Don’t Hurry” and our formation was no different. Many of our neighboring Caribbean islands have volcanoes and were formed by volcanic activity; however, there are no volcanoes on St. Croix. Our island can be attributed to a very slow...
The Cost of Living (or NOT living) in Paradise
Have you ever considered moving to paradise, but wonder how the cost of living compares? St. Croix lifestyle and homes are somewhat different than on the mainland. Oftentimes, an expensive category is offset by a no- or low-expense category. Though data is somewhat...
A Special Announcement from Coldwell Banker St. Croix Realty
It is with great pleasure and excitement that I announce, after considerable thought and due diligence, that Coldwell Banker St. Croix Realty has joined forces with the Coldwell Banker Schmidt Family of Companies. The Schmidt Family of Companies is a five-generation...
Moving with Kids to St. Croix
Some people may think that packing up and moving your life to an island is a bold move reserved only for those with no strings attached, but parents move with their kids to St. Croix all the time. If you're ready to leave your winter coats, boots and snow shovels...
Island Survival Skills
Gilligan: Hiya, Professor. What are you doing? Professor: I'm making notes for a book. It's to be a chronicle of our adventures on the island... I think it's a book people will want to buy, don't you? Gilligan: Sure, I'll buy one. I'm dying to find out what happens to...
A St. Croix Wedding
Congratulations to all of the St. Croix wedding service providers who were recently recognized by Wedding Wire with 2018 Couples' Choice Awards! St. Croix is a beautiful backdrop for your special day and there are many resources to help make your wedding day one to...
Krewe de Barkus – St. Croix Dog Parade 2018
In 2002, a group of St. Croix residents decided that St. Croix needed a Mardi Gras celebration. Krewe de Croix was born. Since then Krewe has grown to host several fun family-friendly events throughout the year, including Krewe de Barkus, a.k.a. Dog Parade. Krewe de...
Waterfront House Hunting on St. Croix
FYI Network's Waterfront House Hunting recently featured St. Croix and our very own Amy Land-de Wilde had a cameo. Chris and Renee were looking for their dream island home to share with their pets and stateside visitors. They saw three homes ranging from $525,000 to...
10 New Year’s Resolutions for St. Croix Homeowners
Happy New Year! Don't worry, we're not going to suggest that you make room for a treadmill or clear out your snack cabinet. But we do have some ideas that are good annual practices for homeowners and what better time than when we turn the page of the calendar to a new...
2017-2018 Crucian Christmas Festival – We Ga’ Festival Fever!
The Crucian Christmas Festival committee has announced this year's live music line-up, which kicks off today, Tuesday, December 26! We've added the performances to our St. Croix Calendar for an easy reference to all of the great live music happening during this...
