On a vacation to the American Virgin Islands, stay in a St Croix rental. Get great deals on a host of condos and beach villas with all the amenities you require. Blessed with sun-drenched white sandy beaches, secluded coves and blue-green waters, the island is a holiday maker’s paradise. Here are some of the best beaches to visit.
Buccaneer Beach
This beach is a series of 3 beaches located on the eastern side of Christiansted. The beaches are privately owned, and the entry fee to the beach is $4 per person as of January 2011. The beach is suitable for swimming and snorkeling, and a number of water sports are also available here. Amenities include changing rooms and a beach bar and restaurant.
Cane Bay Beach
This palm-fringed beach is located on the northwestern coast. The coral reefs and walls off the beach offer you one of the best snorkeling and diving sites in the Caribbean. You can also scout the area on horseback or explore the coastline in a kayak. There are many bars and restaurants just off the beach.
Chenay Bay Beach
Chenay Bay Beach is located to the east of Christiansted at the Chenay Bay Beach Resort. The placid waters off the beach make it a safe location for families. The sandy bottom makes it an ideal place for snorkeling. You can also paddle around on a rented kayak. Hammocks and beach chairs are also available for rent. There is a restaurant and a bar on the beach.
The Coakley Bay Beach and Buck Island Beach also offer a variety of water sports and are worth visiting. Stay in a St Croix vacation home; choose your rental from a wide range of choices at Vacationhomes.com. You can search by location and price.