| St. Croix, USVI Facts |
Capital: Charlotte Amalie
Population: 53,234
Size: 84 sq. miles
Electric Current: 110
Official Language: English.
Currency: U.S. Dollar
Tipping and Taxes: Government tax is 8%, and hotels will often add a service charge of 10-15% to your bill. Restaurant tabs should be tipped 15%, but be sure it is not already added. Taxi driver should also get 15%.
Dress Code: Casual during the day. Many will dress up for evening activity. It's smart to pack a lightweight sweater or jacket for the sometimes cool, winter nights.
Telephone: Local area code is 340. |
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Exclamation points of shimmering sand, surf, and rolling hills dot the Atlantic, just as when Columbus discovered them 500 years ago. St. Thomas, St. Croix, and St. John are a true oasis, blessed with unspoiled beauty and perfect year round weather. But the US Virgin Islands are more than just turquoise waters and pretty palms. The three islands are highly sought after for their unique blend of US government, European charm and cosmopolitan lifestyle. Some of the Caribbean’s best diving and water sports are on the USVI, as well as world-class golf, unspoiled tropical beauty, nature reserves, tax-free shopping, and incredible nightlife!
In 1719 the US bought the islands, which had been former pirate hideouts and ruled by over 7 European monarchies. Just minutes apart, each of the US Virgin Islands has its own personality and characteristics. Aristocratic roots are seen in the 17th century castles and homes, 200 year-old sugar plantations and rum factories. Vacationers can Snuba dive, view famous sea horses and sharks with water visibility of 80 feet, camp on the ocean’s edge, rock climb, or sun bathe on what National Geographic describes as the most “beautiful beach in the world.” Duty-free shopping, beautiful beaches, ideal weather and lingering European charm, plus convenient transportation and accommodations, make the U.S. Virgin Islands an ideal destination any time of the year.
St. Croix is the largest US Virgin Island, with 82 sq. miles, and is the easternmost point of the United States. Island terrain goes from dry and rocky to crystal-white beaches and lush tropics, and is most famous for its incredible underwater activities! St. Croix has the United States’ only underwater National Park (Buck Island) and also world famous snorkeling and scuba diving sites. Gambling is a new activity to St. Croix, giving it another surge of tourism, different from its sister islands. For those not interested in the casinos, the island still has plenty of other diversions. Notable eats include the Whisky Lobster at Duggan's and the funky Cheeseburger in Paradise. Guests can ride horses, feed non-alcoholic beer to pigs, shop the duty-free stores, visit a rum factory, sail or golf. |
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Beginning January 2007, US citizens need a passport for all travel to and from the Caribbean, Bermuda, Panama, Mexico and Canada.
U.S. citizens do not need a passport to enter but do require proof of citizenship to return back to the states. A passport or birth certificate with photo ID is sufficient. Canadian and European travelers need a valid passport. |
| Airport: |
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Cyril E. King Airport; Flights from the U.S. are direct to St. Thomas. Transfers to St. Croix are via air or boat. |
| Departure Tax: |
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None. |
| Driving: |
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On the left. |
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| Process: |
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Apply for a marriage license by writing to: Territorial Court of the Virgin Islands, Box 70, St. Thomas, U.S.V.I. 00804 or call and request an application at (340) 774-6680.
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