Getting to St. Croix
Airlines Serving St. Croix
The airport code for St. Croix is STX.
- Miami nonstop daily on American Airlines
- Atlanta nonstop Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Saturdays on Delta
- Charlotte nonstop Saturdays on US Airways
- On-demand charter service from/to San Juan and St. Thomas for up to five passengers
on Bohlke International Airways, 800-653-9177; e-mail: bohlke@viaccess.net
- Caribbean-wide charter service on Island Airlines LLC, 340-998-9599,
islandairlines@yahoo.com and on Bohlke (see above)
Many airlines fly to San Juan where connections to St. Croix may be made on
American Eagle
or Cape Air (800-352-0714).
From St. Thomas, fly to St. Croix on Cape Air (800 352-0714) or Seaborne Airlines
(866-FLY-USVI).
US Citizens Alternatives
No passports are required for US Virgin Islands travel.
When the new land and sea phase of the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI) by the Homeland Security and State Department goes into effect on January 31, U.S. citizens are reminded that they are exempt from needing a passport for travel to the U.S. Virgin Islands St. Croix, St. John, and St. Thomas.
The Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative passed by U.S. Congress requires that travelers, including U.S.citizens who travel via air, land or sea to and from the Americas, the Caribbean and Bermuda must travel with a passport in order to enter or
re-enter the United States. But since the U.S. Virgin Islands is a United States Territory, American citizens traveling to or from St. Croix, St. John and St. Thomas are considered not to have left the U.S., and thus do not need to present a passport. United States citizens can visit the State Departments travel website, www.travel.state.gov.
When traveling to the U.S. Virgin Islands, U.S. citizens enjoy all the conveniences of domestic travel -- including on-line
check-in -- making travel to the U.S. Virgin Islands easier than ever!
U.S. citizens traveling between the United States, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands will continue to be able to use established forms of identification, such as original birth certificates and government-issued photo ID, to board flights and for entry.
- Proof of U.S. citizenship required
- Tickets and documents for return or onward travel required
- Vaccination: Not required
Acceptable Proofs of U.S. Citizenship
- U.S. passport (must be valid) -or-
- Certified copy of birth certificate plus government issued photo ID -or-
- Official U.S. government document verifying citizenship
- Certificate of citizenship
- Certificate of naturalization
- Consular report of birth abroad of a U.S. Citizen
NOTE: A Voter's registration card does NOT constitute proof of U.S. Citizenship.
Customs and Immigration/Duty-free shopping
You will clear both customs and immigration in St. Croix. One benefit of this
is that when you arrive home, you won't have to spend time in customs processing at a big,
crowded airport. Shopping on St. Croix is duty free. Any U.S. resident, including children,
can return to the U.S. mainland with up to $1,200.00 worth of duty free imports, every 30
days. If your purchases exceed $1,200.00, the rate of duty is five percent on the next
$1,000.00. U.S. residents over the age of 21 can return with five bottles of liquor
duty-free, or six, if one of the bottles is produced locally.
St. Croix basics
- Time zone: Atlantic Standard Time. Daylight savings time is not used. In winter,
St Croix is one hour ahead of the eastern US coast. In the summer, the time is the
same.
- Currency: US dollar. Credit cards and traveler's checks are widely honored.
- Temperature: Winter 72-85F; Summer 77-89F
- Electricity: 110 volt current, the same as the continental US.
St. Croix Transportation
Airport transfers
Private taxi - $42 for 1-4 people one way for the 25 minute drive, arranged through our
reservations office,
. St Croix Taxi Association driver will be
at taxi kiosk near baggage claim.
Regular taxi - $20 for one or two people, $10 for each additional person.
Rental car –
Hertz maintains a fleet of cars at the airport.
Map and directions
.
Limousine service – e-mail stxvilla@viaccess.net
Transportation at The Buccaneer
Courtesy vans are available to transport guests around The Buccaneer property when needed.
Shuttle to Christiansted
- Shuttle service to Christiansted operates Monday - Saturday at 9, 10, 11 am, 1 and 3
pm.
- Shuttle service from Christiansted to The Buccaneer returns at 10:30,
11:30am, 1:30pm, 3:30pm, and 5:30 pm. (Shuttle does not operate on holidays.)
- Sunday shuttle to Holy Cross Catholic Church departs at 10:30am and
returns at 12:30pm.
- Fare for all shuttles is $6 per person round trip; children 4-12 $3.00.
- Evening transportation, or for trips at other hours, taxi service is available.
Rental Cars
Many guests enjoy renting a car for a day or two to explore St Croix, and experience
driving on the left. Families especially benefit from renting a car, as taxi fares are
based on the number of passengers. Cars are available both from the airport and at The
Buccaneer. Advance reservations are recommended.
Contact Hertz St. Croix.
Taxis and Sightseeing
The Buccaneer's concierge arranges local taxi service and sightseeing excursions for our
guests. A four-hour guided tour including visits to the Cruzan Rum Distillery,
antique-filled Whim Plantation Great House, the Botanical Gardens and the rain forest are
suggested.
Inter-Island Transportation
Flights to St Thomas are operated by Cape Air (800 352-0714) and Seaborne Seaplane
(1-800-FLY TOUR). Ferry service is required from St Thomas to St John.
Road Closure
All roads are closed in St Croix on Sunday May 6 for the St. Croix Half-Ironman Triathlon. Please
speak with the hotel if you are planning to arrive or depart on this date. The Buccaneer
Golf Club is also closed, however all other hotel services are fully operational.
During Your Stay
Check-in/Check-out times
Check-in is at 3 pm. Check-out is at 11 am. Hospitality rooms will be made available if
possible for early arrivals or late departures.
Dress Code
Breakfast at The Terrace, lunch at The Mermaid, and The Terrace Bar: Casual clothing, with
covered bathing suits, shirts and footwear as minimum requirements.
The Grotto for lunch: Bathing suits and bare feet acceptable.
The Terrace Restaurant for dinner: Collared shirts and knee-length shorts or slacks for
gentlemen and boys, casual chic for ladies and girls.
Internet Access
A public computer is available for guests’ use, free of charge, for checking e-mail.
Wireless access is available in all guest rooms and in most public areas of the hotel.
Dial-up is available from all guest rooms.
Drinking Water
Our tap water is safe to drink. We also provide fresh drinking water and ice twice daily
for your convenience.
Laundry and Dry-cleaning
Self-service coin laundry is available for guest use. Dry-cleaning service is available
weekdays, with a 24 hour return.
Shopping at The Buccaneer
The General Store carries toiletries, snacks, drinks, wine and beer, souvenirs, books
and more. Lady Martel Boutique offers high quality resort wear for ladies and gentlemen.
The Golf Shop and Tennis Shop stock name-brand sports apparel and merchandise. The Hideaway
Spa provides a selection of hair, skin and body products.
Family Topics
- Cots, cribs, and highchairs are available free of charge.
- Shovels, pails and beach toys are available for use at the beaches.
- Children's life preservers are available.
- Babysitters are available with 24 hour notice. $10 per hour for one child; $5 for second and third
children. Four children requires two sitters. Minimum three hours per session.
- Kids Camp operates year-round for 4-12 year olds, every day
from 9:30 to 5:30. Camp is complimentary. Register for camp
by 3pm on the day prior to your child's attendance in camp.
Kids enjoy activities ranging from yoga to supervised swimming to arts and crafts.
Children under four years old may join other children at Kids Camp provided
they are accompanied by a parent or sitter.
- Parents please note that the drinking age in St Croix is 18.
- DVD players are available in some rooms, and are available upon advance reservation.
Gift Certificates
Gift certificates are available for purchase by contracting the following gift suppliers:
Resort Credit
Spa Certificates
Wine, champagne, fruit and cheese baskets, chocolates, flowers
Golf Pro Shop for gift card for play, lessons, or merchandise
Tennis Pro Shop for gift play, lessons or merchandise
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