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St Croix
Less developed than St Thomas, St Croix is the largest and most
remote of the three inhabited Virgin Islands, covered in forested
hills, fertile lowlands and surrounded by coral reefs with
excellent diving, particularly along the north coast.
Located 40 miles (64km) south of St Thomas, the island has two
main towns, Christiansted on the north east coast and Frederiksted
to the west. Both prospered as commercial ports during the 18th and
19th centuries. Christiansted is a lively town offering trips to
the tiny Buck Island as a popular excursion. Frederiksted is
smaller and a sleepy place until the occasional cruise ship arrives
for a spree of duty-free shopping. Both towns contain numerous
examples of fine Danish colonial architecture. The surrounding
landscape is scattered with remnants of sugar plantations, stone
windmill towers and ruined houses from the island's commercial
heyday in the sugarcane industry. Whim Greathouse is an impressive
planter's mansion, restored to reflect its glory days in the 1700s,
and is one of the main historical sights on St Croix. Rum
production was another of the island's primary industries and
visitors can visit the Cruzan Rum Distillery for guided tours and
free tastings. The Heritage Trail is a self-guided trip that links
the main sights of interest on the island.
Along with its picturesque beaches and superb diving, St Croix
has a variety of indoor and outdoor activities, including hiking,
historic sights and attractions, golf and horse riding. There are
fine hotels, excellent dining and casinos.
Information & Facts
Climate
St Croix enjoys a year round sunny climate with little variation
in temperature. Average daily temperatures range from 77ºF (25ºC)
in the winter to 82ºF (28ºC) in the summer. Overnight lows average
around 72ºF (22ºC) and 78ºF (26ºC) in the summer.
Language
English is the official language. Spanish, Creole and
some French are also spoken.
Money
The official currency is the US Dollar (USD) divided into 100
cents. Most credit cards are accepted, including American Express,
Diners Club Mastercard and Visa, and are useful for withdrawing
cash at ATMs. Travellers cheques are widely accepted in hotels,
shops and restaurants provided they are in US Dollars. Foreign
exchange bureaux are available to exchange other currencies, but it
is best to arrive with US Dollars as many banks and hotels will not
exchange foreign currency.
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