Are you longing for a Caribbean vacation where you can dive, snorkel, party and play golf? Search no further! Take a 3-hour flight from the east coast of the US and visit this amazing US Virgin Island.
With temperatures in the 70s and 80s year round, St. Cross is also quite safe to visit. Although crime can occur, it usually happens on remote beaches or at night.
Be surrounded by traditional sugar plantations, Instagram-worthy beaches and an amazing coral reef that is quite popular among adventure seekers.
LATEST NEWS from St. Croix:
March 25 – VIPD arrests two people in a murder case in St. Croix
After a few years of investigation, VI police have finally succeeded to arrest Darren Bess and Ian Benjamin Jr. about the murder of 30-year-old Kevin Jerome.
On February 26, 2021, authorities found Jerome dying after being shot on Main Street in Williams Delights. He was rushed to hospital, but unfortunately he could not survive.
Benjamin was taken into custody on March 1, but released into the care of his mother on March 3. Meanwhile, Bess was arrested in California, where he awaits extradition to the Virgin Islands.
Local authorities have urged citizens to contact Crime Stoppers or the VIPD tip line at 340-778-4950 if they have any information about this case.
Crime Stats in St. Croix:
St. Croix has a crime rate of 73.15, which is considered high compared to other Caribbean destinations. Here are some other keys St. Croix crime statistics.
| Crime level | 73.15 | High | |
| Crime has risen in the past three years | 75.93 | High | |
| Worries about a home invasion and stolen items | 61:00 | High | |
| Worries about robberies or robberies | 57.69 | Moderate | |
| Getting your car stolen | 52.88 | Moderate | |
| Getting things stolen from your car | 69:00 | High | |
| Afraid of being attacked | 48.08 | Moderate | |
| Worries about insult | 49.04 | Moderate | |
| Concerns about physical assault because of skin color, ethnicity, gender, or religion | 34:00 | Low | |
| Problems with drug addicts or drug dealers | 72.12 | High | |
| Vandalism and theft | 76.92 | High | |
| Concern about becoming a victim of violent crimes such as assault and armed robbery | 70.19 | High |
Areas to avoid
Wandering around St. Croix is not dangerous, but not entirely without risk. The island consists of two towns, Christiansted and Frederiksted.
While Christiansted has better facilities and better nightlife, Frederiksted has better accommodation options and better beaches.
Both cities are safebut it is recommended to be extra careful when visiting Frederiksted in the dark.
St. John Crime has also increased in Christiansted in recent years.
Official travel advice
Travel advice for Great Britain
Considering that St. Croix is a U.S. territory, the British government does not provide its citizens with specific advice about traveling to this island.
Instead, it informs British people about traveling to the US as a whole. This Ministry of Foreign Affairs has few reports of citizens who have fallen victim to violent crimes. But it does advise its nationals to avoid visiting isolated areas and keep themselves informed about terrorism and mass shootings.
Travel advice for Canada
Take normal safety precautions when traveling to St. Croix, says the Canadian government. This means that the island is considered very safe.
However, petty crime can occur. To avoid becoming a victim of pickpocketing or bag snatching, make sure your belongings and travel documents are protected at all times.
Canada also recommends sticking to reputable hotels, well-known beaches and tourist areas, especially after dark.
Safety Tips for St. Croix
It’s entirely possible that you will never feel unsafe when visiting St. Croix. However, follow these general recommendations to enjoy a safer trip.
- Americans do not need a visa to enter the island, but they may need their passport to reenter the US mainland. So make sure you take this with you.
- Buy travel insurance and make sure it covers recreational activities such as diving, sailing or swimming.
- Make sure you are healthy enough to participate in adventure tourism.
- Keep your family and friends informed of your whereabouts.
- Don’t hesitate to take the public buses on the island. They are quite safe.
- Roads are not in the best condition – Do not rent scooters as this is a common cause of death.
- There is no need to carry large amounts of cash as most local businesses accept credit and debit cards.
- Follow local authority warnings regarding swimming. Some coastal currents can be dangerous.
