TOURISM - TRAVEL - TOURS

Soon Come: Club Med St. Croix

M.A. Dworkin St. Croix - Club Med, the pioneer of the all-inclusive resort is coming back to U.S. shores with a magical redevelopment of the historic Carambola Beach Resort. Nestled between a crescent-shaped beach and a lush tropical rain forest in a protected stretch of coastline, on the island’s northwest coast, Club Med St. Croix will bring new life to the iconic Carambola Beach Resort. Reimagined as part of Club Med’s Exclusive Collection, the $75 million redo promises to

St Croix Times-News

United Launches Newark to St. Croix Nonstop

A.J. Pike St. Croix - United Airlines is launching a new nonstop service from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Henry E. Rohlsen Airport (STX) in St. Croix starting on October 31, 2026. After more than a three decade hiatus, United Airlines will start regular once-weekly Friday flights. The airline will become the only carrier offering a nonstop service to the New York metropolitan area, and will be United’s only route to the U.S. Virgin Islands. This mark

Tourism, Travel, Tours

Staycation at the Fab Tamarind Reef Resort

St. Croix - Wake up to mesmerizing Ocean views! Unwind by the Sea! And Reconnect without the stress of travel! You don’t have to leave the Big Island to feel like you’ve truly escaped! This season the Tamarind Reef Resort, Spa & Marina is inviting the St. Croix community to celebrate life’s special moments on the beautiful seaside grounds of one of St. Croix’s premier resorts. Whether you’re planning something special for: Prom Weekend - Make it unforgettable Mother’s Day -

Entertainment Highlight

USVI Record 1st Q Visits

M.A. Dworkin USVI - The Virgin Islands Department of Tourism is announcing record-breaking visitor arrival numbers for the first quarter of 2026, reinforcing the Territory’s continued momentum as a leading Caribbean destination. March 2026 delivered strong performance with 121,716 total arrivals, representing a 23% increase year-over-year and 14% above the previous high set in 2024. St. Thomas led the growth with 95,284 arrivals, up 24% compared to 2025 and 17% over 20

St Croix Times-News

Cruise Ship Arrivals Frederiksted Pier

April 2026 4/7/26 Tues 8-5pm Jewel/Seas 3432 4/8/26 Wed 8-6pm Adventure/Seas 5238 4/8/26 Wed 8-6pm Scarlett Lady 4020 4/14/26 Tues 8-5pm Jewel/Seas 3432 4/21/26 Tues 8-5pm Jewel/Seas 3432 4/22/26 Wed 8-6pm Adventure/Seas 5238 4/22/26 Wed 8-5pm Vision/Seas 3208 4/26/26 Sun 8-5pm Jewel/Seas 3432 4/30/26 Thurs 8-6pm Rhapsody/Seas 3201 May 2026 5/4/26 Mon 8-6pm Rhapsody/Seas 3201 5/4/26 Mon 8-6pm

Tourism, Travel, Tours

Women’s History Month: USVI Tourism’s Women Leaders

M.A. Dworkin USVI - As the national conversation transitions from Black History Month into Women’s History Month, the U.S. Virgin Islands offers a powerful story of legacy, resilience, and modern leadership - one led by women who carry forward a tradition of strength rooted deep in the Territory’s history. The spirit of women’s leadership in the Virgin Islands dates back to the legendary Three Queens - Mary, Agnes, and Mathilda, who courageously led the 1878 Fireburn l

St Croix Times-News

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CASTLE ST. CROIX

What Guests Are Saying about Castle St. Croix

Mark Dworkin The only castle in the Caribbean, through the eyes of the people who've stayed there. There are places you visit, and then there are places that visit you — the ones that settle into your memory long after you've returned home, that come up in conversation months later, that make you start quietly planning a return trip before you've even unpacked. Castle St. Croix has a way of doing exactly that. Perched high on a hilltop on the east end of St. Croix in the U.S.

Castle St. Croix

Castle St. Croix: An Iconic Caribbean Estate - The Perfect Place for Once-in-a-Lifetime Moments

Perched high above the island of St. Croix in the U.S. Virgin Islands, offering sweeping 360-degree views of the Caribbean Sea, Castle St. Croix is one of the most extraordinary private estates in all of the Caribbean. This architectural landmark offers an unforgettable setting for weddings, celebrations, retreats, and immersive island stays - where every experience turns into a snapshot of remembrance that will never be forgotten. So, close your eyes, dream your most

Castle St. Croix

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DPNR & DLCA NEWS

VI Trail Opens New Pathway Through Maroon Park

M.A. Dworkin ST. Croix - The Virgin Islands Trail Alliance is thrilled to announce the completion and opening of the first new segment of pathway through the Maroon Sanctuary Territorial Park, St. Croix. This new one-mile segment stretches from the island’s highest peak, Mount Eagle, descending to Scenic Road, just East of the top of the Beast. This connects with existing dirt roads and traditional trails to create a 3-mile loop. The VI Trail Alliance has been working

DPNR Launches Life Jacket Loaner Program

Axel Dash USVI - In observance of National Boating Week, May 16 - May 22, 2026, Commissioner Jean Pierre L. Oriol of the Department of Planning and Natural Resources (DPNR) is announcing the launch of a new Life Jacket Loaner Program through the Division of Fish and Wildlife (DFW), aimed at increasing access to safe recreational boating throughout the USVI. The program will help both adults and children participate in boating activities who may not otherwise have acces

DPNR Coral Reef Week

DPNR ANNOUNCES THIRD ANNUAL VIRGIN ISLANDS CORAL REEF WEEK Commissioner Jean-Pierre L. Oriol of the Department of Planning and Natural Resources (DPNR) is pleased to announce that the Division of Coastal Zone Management will host the Third Annual Virgin Islands Coral Reef Week from April 12–19, 2026. This weeklong celebration invites the St. Croix community to enjoy a variety of free, family-friendly events designed to highlight the importance of the Territory’s vibrant

DLCA Launches New Pricing Tools for Consumers

A.J. Pike USVI - Following a directive by Governor Albert Bryan Jr. to prioritize cost-of-living relief, Commissioner Nathalie Hodge of the Department of Licensing and Consumer Affairs (DLCA) announced the launch of the 2026 Comprehensive Pricing & Inflation Report, a data-driven initiative designed to empower consumers through transparency, promote competition, and provide immediate tools to navigate rising market costs. This new initiative is highlighted by Territori

Delta Jackson Dorsch - A True American Heroine

M.A. Dworkin St. Croix - Transfer day in the U.S. Virgin Islands is celebrated annually on March 31. It marks the formal transfer of the islands from Denmark to the United States in 1917. It commemorates the end of colonial rule, the lowering of the Danish flag, and the raising of the American flag. Over the last 109 years there have been many heroes and heroines who have graced the Territory stage in the name of freedom, in the name of resilience, in the name of advancement.

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