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Beaches
Buck Island:
A Diver's delight! This uninhabited island lies 1.5 miles off the northeast side of St. Croix. Enjoy its 176 acres via a nature trail, underwater reef trail, or one of its beautiful beaches. A haven for endangered brown pelicans and a nesting area for three species of sea turtles. Two-thirds of the island is surrounded by a coral barrier reef (the largest in the Caribbean), which includes a Marine Garden Area, both closed to fishing. Visit the world's only underwater National Park!
Cane Bay Beach:
"Jump off the Wall" at this excellent diving and snorkeling spot on the northwest coast on Route 80. About a quarter-mile offshore, the depth plunges dramatically to 1000 feet, providing world-class diving opportunities. Beautiful sandy beach, crystal-clear water, restaurant and dive center.
The Beach at Hotel on the Cay:
A very short ferry ride away (about two minutes) from Christiansted Harbor lies Protestant Cay, Home of the Hotel on the Cay. The sandy islet beach is a great swimming and sunning spot with a fantastic view looking back at picturesque Christiansted. Lunch and drinks are served beachside, Sundays feature a steel band on the beach. Watersport equipment also available for rent.
Reef Beach:
Windsurfing haven and a local favorite offering soft white sand, watersport equipment and lounge chairs for rent, a great restaurant on shore and plenty of shady spots for picnics. On the East End of the Island on Route 82.
Take an adventure and travel back in time with a trip to the historic Cruzan Rum Distillery, located in the heart of St. Croix. Since 1760, the Cruzan Rum Distillery has been producing specialty hand-crafted, ultra-premium rums-some of the best and most flavorful on the market. A pioneer in the rum industry, the distillery is the originator of the world's first "single-barrel" rum, Cruzan Single barrel estate Rum. Tour the distillery and experience the history and workmanship involved in this centuries-old trade.
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