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Covid-19 Updates

St Croix on Pause: More COVID-19 Updates

August 14, 2020 by Cindy @ MyStCroix.VI 3 Comments

st croix on pause covid 19 updates

Well, it’s officially been announced yesterday that St Croix and the rest of the USVI are going on a bit of a pause. As of Monday, August 17th all non-essential businesses will be closed down for at least 2 weeks. If you have reservations on the island in after Wednesday August 19th for the next 30 days, you will need to contact your accommodations for more information about cancellations or rebooking as you will not be able to check-in. It is anticipated that businesses may reopen for local business after August 31st, I’ll let you know as things unfold and we are able to resume entertainment on the island.

What does this mean for travelers ✈️ ?

? All non-essential businesses ordered closed as of Monday, August 17th for at least 2 weeks.

? Hotels, Villas, Air BnBs, etc are prohibited immediately from taking any new reservations. You will not be able to check-in after Wednesday, August 19th regardless of a current reservation and for the next 30 days. You will need to cancel or rebook your reservation as all guest accommodations are prohibited from checking in new guests.

✈️ All airports remain open (only the FAA – Federal Aviation Administration – can close airports within the United States and its Territories)

⛱️ All beaches are ordered closed on the weekends and holidays at 12 noon.

?️ All restaurants are restricted to takeout, delivery or drive-thru food service only until at least August 31st.

? All businesses are required to follow mass gathering restrictions of no more than 10 people inside the business at any time (exception: big box stores), enforce the wearing of masks (facial coverings) and maintain 6-foot social distancing. (folks not wearing masks in public will be fined $50 for their first offense; $100 for subsequent violations)

Locals are encouraged to restrict travel to urgent and essential business travel only.

The Territory is not expected to move back to Phase Blue: Open Doors for at least a month but will be reevaluated on August 31st (in two weeks) when we will hopefully transition to Phase Yellow: Safer at Home which means that locally more things will open, but leisure travel will remain restricted for 30 days at a minimum.

USVI Tourism Update

If you are traveling to the USVI

As of July 15, 2020, there were 11 states and territories under travel restrictions into the Virgin Islands:  Arizona; Florida; Georgia; Idaho; Kansas; Mississippi; Nevada; Puerto Rico; South Carolina; Texas and Utah. Travelers from those states and territories and any other that shows a percent positive rate over 10% must present test results showing they have tested negative for COVID-19 within 5 days of their arrival into the Territory.

These requirements affect travelers as follows:

  • Residents of a state with a positivity rating of greater than 10%
  • Travelers who have spent more than 7 days in and are traveling from a state with a positivity rating of greater than 10%
  • Travelers who are age 15 and older
  • Travelers unable to produce the required test results will be subject to quarantine for 14 days or until they are able to receive the required test results. 

Resources for USVI Travel updates:

  • For USVI Travel Updates visit: https://usviupdate.com/
  • USVI Travel Portal (to upload COVID-19 Test results for travelers)
  • Click for Flight Updates
  • Click for Hotel Updates
  • For USVI Port Authority updates: https://www.viport.com/news.html

Phase Orange: Stay-at-Home Orders

There is a State of Emergency in effect. The Territory is currently in Phase Orange: Stay-at-Home as of Monday August 17, 2020 and is closed to leisure travelers for at least the next 30 days.

  • Effective Monday August 17 at 6am, the Territory reverts to Stay at Home Orders.
  • All non-essential businesses ordered closed.
  • Non-essential public workers are to remain at home.
  • The prohibition of new leisure travel reservations is effective immediately, and on Wednesday, August 19, 2020, those businesses are prohibited from admitting any new check-ins or registering any new guests for 30 days unless the order is lifted sooner. The new restriction does not apply to business travelers, , emergency personnel, flight crews or government guests with written authorization from the government agency they are visiting. As of Wednesday, August 19, 2020, All hotels, guest-houses, villas, bed and breakfasts, shared economy hospitality bookings, AirBnBs, any temporary vacation housing, charter vessels, or any similar business known by any other terminology, shall not accept, receive, check-in, or register any guest for a period of thirty (30) days unless earlier lifted, extended, or amended by order of the Governor of the U.S. Virgin Islands, except for emergency personnel, flight crews, business travelers and government guests with written authorization from the Government Agency for whom rendering services.
  • Locals are encouraged to restrict travel to urgent and essential business travel only.
  • All public, private, and parochial school campuses in the Territory are ordered closed. Virtual learning is still permissible.
  • Churches are to remain closed during the Stay-At-Home Order.
  • All beaches are ordered closed on the weekends and holidays at 12 noon.
  • Also beginning Monday, August 17 and lasting until August 31 unless earlier lifted, restaurants are restricted to takeout, delivery or drive-thru food service only.
  • All bars, nightclubs and cabarets are to remain closed so long as the Territory remains in a State of Emergency.
  • All taxis and safaris are limited to half capacity as long as the Territory remains in a State of Emergency.
  • The prohibition against mass gatherings remains in effect; however, under the “Stay at Home” status, mass gatherings are defined as any event or convening that brings together more than 10 persons in a single room. A mass gathering does not include operations for standard essential services and infrastructure, such as grocery stores and bi-box stores, airports and seaports or medical facilities.

The Governor stated that the administration has worked to balance public health, economic well-being and personal freedom throughout the pandemic. But, at this moment the Public Health crisis is most pressing. The goal of this order is to stop all movement and all gatherings until the spread of COVID-19 is back to a manageable state.

Masks/Facial Coverings

  • Any individuals gathering for any purpose, including but not limited to visitors, patrons, employees, or owners of businesses, public or private, are required to wear a face mask or facial covering when entering in any business, office, or in any public areas not their private home when:
    • 2 or more individuals of different households meet or interact in any manner; and
    • not able to utilize social distancing techniques
  • Masks should NOT be worn by children under the age of 2 or anyone who has trouble breathing, is unconscious, incapacitated, or otherwise unable to remove the mask without assistance.
  • Masks do not have to be worn during active exercise, indoor or outdoor.
  • Masks with exhalation valves or vents should NOT be worn to help prevent the person wearing the mask from spreading COVID-19 to others.
  • Violations of this Section shall be punishable by a fine of fifty dollars ($50) for a first offense and one hundred dollars ($100) for each additional offense.

Executive Orders related to COVID-19

Executive Orders provide more detail on the current status and allowed business operations

  • View all current US Virgin Islands Executive Orders and Guidance for Businesses

Filed Under: Covid-19 Updates, Travel Tips

St Croix Entertainment, Dining & Activity COVID-19 Updates

March 17, 2020 by Cindy @ MyStCroix.VI 3 Comments

As we all know, things are changing at a rapid rate worldwide and this is a fluid situation. I’ve shifted to doing what I can to support those really hit hard by the closings and the reason for the St Croix Calendar – our local musicians and performers. I’ll be adding their live stream performances online as I receive them – so check back often! Please consider sending them a tip for all the times their music made you dance and lifted you up. You’ll find tip info below and on their event pages.

Remember we are all in this together – all across the globe. We can’t wait to see you again on St Croix, but in the meantime we’re sending you lots of sunshine and good vibes. ✨

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Listen to your Favorite St Croix & Virgin Islands Music Online

Steve Katz (click for performance schedule)

Tips for Steve Katz: (PayPal) stevenkatzmusic@gmail.com


Michael Justis (click for performance schedule)

Tips for Michael Justis:

  • PayPal is territorialjustis@yahoo.com
  • Venmo is Michael Justis 4

Kurt Schindler’s music can be purchased on his website at  www.kbschindler.com His music can also be found on all major sites like iTunes, Amazon, Spotify, and Pandora.

Take-Out Options

For restaurants offering take-out and curbside pick up and delivery drivers, please consider tipping at the customary dine-in rate of 20%. Servers live off their tips and restaurants are doing their best to keep them employed.

Many Restaurants continue to offer take-out and many are offering special menus and curbside service – below are current updates that we have compiled.

Island Direct In an effort to help prevent the spread of Corona Virus, www.IslandDirect.com will be opening FREE delivery from all restaurants and supermarkets on island. Delivery will be FREE within 3 miles of that vendor or $5 off for distances greater. Order online or download the app. Make sure to sign up to add your home or work location.


Christiansted

Brew STX & Shupe’s On the Boardwalk will be closed Saturday and Sunday (March 21 & 22) They will be deep cleaning and preparing a special takeout menu for lunch and dinner starting Monday. To-go orders are available during business hours. Call at 340-719-6339.
Menu & Updates: https://www.facebook.com/brewstx/ and https://www.facebook.com/shupesontheboardwalk


Café Christine is closed


Maria’s Cantina (Gallows Bay) is offering take-out orders. Call 340-713-0222


Nauti Bar & Grille closed.

savant takeout orders only; nightly menu posted on their Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/savantstx. They will also offer discounted wine by the bottle. You can call in orders starting at 4:00pm. Pick up will start at 5:00 pm and we will take orders until 8:00 pm. Orders will be picked up at their open-air courtyard bar. Tips appreciated for the staff. Delivery via Island Direct now available!


Common Cents Pub to-go orders only; full menu available for delivery available through Island Direct.
Menu: https://www.facebook.com/commoncentspubstx


Nate’s Boathouse will remain open as long allowed to accommodate Holger Danske hotel guests and the community. Take out and Curbside available every day between 8:00am and 9:00pm.  The pickup location will be at the far north end of King Cross St. (corner between Seaplane & Holger Danske) Orders can be placed by calling 340-692-6283.  Take-out and delivery from Island Direct is also available. Menu: https://www.facebook.com/NatesBoathouse/menu/

They always offer gift certificates via email Nates Boathouse natesboathouse@gmail.com


No Bones Cafe take-out only. Their regular menu is available via takeout from 12pm-8pm, Tuesday-Saturday. To place orders please call 773-2128. Menu & Daily Specials: https://www.facebook.com/NoBonesSTX/


Hotel on the Cay is only allowing current Hotel on the Cay guests or those with a pre-existing reservation & their staff access to the ferry, The Hotel, The Beach Bar and beach facilities. Hotel guests will be required to show their room key and/or be on the ferry captain’s current list of confirmed guests.


Duke’s at Company House Hotel is closed.

Mid-Island

Un Amore take-out only. They are open Tuesday-Sunday at 4:00 to start taking orders with 2 for 1 wine EVERY NIGHT! Some restrictions apply.

They are also offering a prixe fix “feed your family” special nightly that will feed 4 people (more if you know Frank’s portions).  $75 please call 340-692-9922 to reserve ahead for pick up.

  • Wednesday: Meatloaf w/ Mashed Potatoes, Roasted Brussels Sprouts, Brownies & Focaccia
  • Thursday: Chicken Piccata, Sauteed Greens, Bread Pudding & Focaccia
  • Friday: 3 Cheese Lasagne, Mista Salad, Tiramisu, Focaccia
  • Saturday: Shrimp Scampi w/ tomato & basil over Linguine w/ Broccoli, Olive Oil Cake & Focaccia
  • Sunday: Spaghetti & Meatballs, Caesar Salad, Cruzan Rum Cake & Focaccia

They can take credit cards over the phone and bring food to the car if needed. Delivery within a 10-mile radius is being worked on. Get updates at https://facebook.com/unamorestx


CHOP Bar & Grill is open but adhering to all guidelines: Any dine-in guests will be seated 6 feet away from each other; Free Delivery with Island Deliveries, take out and curbside pick up available. Family portioned meals available for pick up starting 3/25. 778-CHOP(2467) For updates: https://www.facebook.com/chop.usvi/


Palms at Pelican Cove Resort, Restaurant & Bar – food service closed.

Frederiksted

The Fred – order online for take-out at eatwithfred.com

For updates: https://www.facebook.com/SleepWithFred/


Tap Deck Bar & Billiards The bar and restaurant at Tap Deck is closed. However, they will be offering curbside pickup starting March 18th and a delivery/meal plan option soon after. Stay tuned for options and some exciting menu specials Jamison is planning! https://www.facebook.com/TapDeckSTX/


Rhythms at Rainbow Beach take-out only.


East End

Goat Soup & Whiskey (Coakley Bay Condos) closed until next season


Ziggy’s Island Market is open, the Libation Station (bar) is closed. Take-out available. Menu options: https://www.facebook.com/ZiggysIslandMarketSTX/

Activities and Things to Do

Artist Barbara Gelardi is offering art kits to-go for kids and adults! This project is in the works, including video tutorials – so visit her Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/stcroixart/ for more details! Check out the first one below – how to paint a “Fire Moko Jumbie”


Caravelle Casino is closed.


Divi Carina Bay Casino is closed


St George Village Botanical Garden is closed to the public. In the meantime, check out their new SGVBG YouTube Channel for episodes of “In the Garden with Dewey”


Online Shopping & Gift Certificates

Adorn in downtown Christiansted is closed, but you can shop online at www.adornvi.com


ib designs store is closed, but offering Free shipping 3pm 3.16.20 – 3.20.20 11:59pm USPS Domestic Priority Only. Orders $50 or more; Must use promo code “ONELOVE” Call 340.643.5230 to inquire about a private appt. or island delivery options. www.ibdesignsvi.com


FantaSea Jewelry https://fantaseajewelry.com/ your shipping is free with code: SHOPSAFE (local pickup also available) and check out Nicole’s FantaSea Facebook page for some great inspirational images and videos about gem stones and other topics like connectivity. Good stuff!


Joyia-Inspirational Jewelry store is closed, but they are offering FREE shipping on all priority mail orders and if you spend $100 or more, Joyia is sending you a FREE charm with your inspirational word of choice (type it in the “order note” section at check out). The same goes for local family on island, if you need birthday presents or just some retail therapy at this challenging time, they’ve got you. Order online and we will ship it to your door, even if it is just around the corner because supporting each other is important! Joyia will continue to fulfill orders and share inspirational jewelry with you. https://www.joyiajewelry.com/

Helpful Resources

To get factual and up-to-date information, I recommend the following links

  • Virgin Islands Department of Health (VIDOH) COVID-19
  • VITEMA (Virgin Islands Territorial Management Association)
  • VIDOH Information for Travelers
  • Virgin Islands Department of Tourism COVID-19 Updates
  • CDC: Coronavirus and Travel in the United States

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