West Indies Explorer

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  • 11 Days
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  • 8 Countries

St. Croix (Frederiksted), U.S. Virgin Islands

The largest of the US Virgin Islands, St. Croix’s rural expanses are dotted with the preserved ruins of sugar mills. Nestled on its western shores, historic Frederiksted is anchored by the stately Fort Frederik, an 18th-century Danish stronghold. The crimson walls of this fortress stand in stark contrast to the turquoise waters of the naturally deep harbor, which lured settlers during the colonial era. At sea, St. Croix’s reefs teem with vibrant marine life, while beyond the waterfront, quiet streets lined with neoclassical and Victorian architecture lead to shaded squares.