St. Croix is known for its historic sugar plantations, white-sand beaches and the surrounding coral reef that's popular with snorkelers and scuba divers. Its two main towns – Christiansted and Frederiksted – have a colonial feel with arched, shaded walkways and sorbet-colored buildings.

Experience our rich culture and storied history, pristine beaches, turquoise waters, natural diversity and smiling, friendly people who can't wait to warmly welcome you to America's Caribbean Paradise. St. St Croix is known for gorgeous beaches, world-class activities, fine dining, resorts, and golf courses.

St. Croix is part of the U.S. Virgin Islands. The territory is considered an unincorporated U.S. territory.

St. Croix is home to the oldest Baobab tree in the Caribbean. While the tree is native to South Africa, it was brought to the US Virgin Islands and planted during the 18th century. Baobab trees can grow up to 25 meters high and live for thousands of years, so it's expected to be on the island for a very long time.

At the island's tip stands Point Udall and its signature sundial monument, marking the easternmost point in the United States. But St. Croix is not only about history. We're also known for our gorgeous beaches, world-class recreational activities, fine dining, resorts, casinos and golf courses.

St. Croix is known for it's top notch snorkeling and scuba diving. Outside of the town are white sandy beaches, turquoise waters, and stunning views. Tourists will love duty-free shopping, delicious cuisines, hiking, sailing, snorkeling, scuba diving, and surfing.

These Caribbean island hideaways are world-renowned for their water sports, shipwreck dives and underwater adventures, surf-worthy waves, and perfect beaches. Whether you're planning a romantic honeymoon or a family getaway, this pocket of islands has it all.

The U.S. Virgin Islands are "America's Caribbean Paradise" – the place to see moko jumbies (stilt walkers) dance at a Carnival parade, hear the lilting patois of a Creole dialect or smell the spices in a saltfish pate (all without losing cell phone reception). You can visit either St. Thomas, St. John or St.

English has been the dominant language on St. Croix since the 1700s and has been the official language since 1917, when the Danish West Indies were purchased by the United States. Previously, the official language was Danish, although it was not widely spoken.

History & Political Status In 1917, the United States purchased the Danish part for $25 million, mainly for strategic reasons to assure tranquility in the Caribbean Ocean. U.S. citizenship was conferred on U.S. Virgin Islanders in 1927.

The landscape in the islands is beautiful and can be enjoyed year-round. Water activities are world-renowned. There is no sales tax or state tax. It is the Caribbean but when in the U.S.V.I you are in a United States territory, so you enjoy all protective laws of the United States including the legal system.

The natives of St. Croix are called Crucians, sometimes spelled 'Cruzan'. Crucians are very friendly but are reserved people. Behavior that is loud and boisterous is often times frowned upon.