Have you ever marveled at the sight of towering Caribbean stilt walkers dancing gracefully at festivals and parades? These vibrant, gravity-defying performers are known as Moko Jumbies, and they hold a significant place in the cultural tapestry of St. Croix. With their fascinating history and ...
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Living through two Category 5 hurricanes—Irma and Maria—in the US Virgin Islands was a life-changing experience. The 2017 devastation was unimaginable, and the aftermath was challenging. We had curfews that lasted through Thanksgiving (no cars on the road after dark). My neighborhood didn’t have power ...
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St Croix, the largest of the U.S. Virgin Islands, is a treasure trove of history and culture. Among its many fascinating stories is “chaney.” St Croix Chaney consists of colonial pottery shards that have been unearthed and then transformed into beautiful jewelry and other items. ...
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Just a short boat ride from the shores of St. Croix lies an ecological treasure – Buck Island Reef National Monument. This 19,000-acre protected area offers some of the most pristine snorkeling in the Caribbean Sea. By booking a Buck Island snorkel tour, you’ll discover ...
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Two years ago, I was so excited to bring home a Sandy Point Orchid hybrid from the annual St Croix Orchid Society show at the St George Village Botanical Garden. It’s taken two years of loving care and an enormous amount of patience (not my ...
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Updated October 6, 2023 In 1493 Christopher Columbus landed on what would later become St Croix, US Virgin Islands at Salt River Bay changing the course of the island’s history and setting the stage for 7 European Flags to fly over the island. Columbus landing on ...
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