2017-2018 Crucian Christmas Festival Winners
Congratulations to this year’s winners of St. Croix 2018 Festival Parade. “We Shall Rise,” a song about the Category 5 Hurricanes Irma and Maria, captured the People’s Choice Award. The St. Croix Festival Committee along with sponsor Banco Popular announced the winners of this year’s festival parade during an announcement event held at Banco Popular’s […]
Two hurricanes in two weeks! See what St. Croix has been up to.
Friends, Last month, the Virgin Islands experienced two powerful category-5 hurricanes in less than two weeks. Hurricane Irma severely damaged St. Thomas, St. John, Tortola, Virgin Gorda, and many islands in the northeast Caribbean. Twelve days later Hurricane Maria arrived and battered St. Croix, Puerto Rico, and Dominica. Many homes and businesses were destroyed, and […]
Coral Reef Restoration – An Interview with Local Hero Kemit-Amon Lewis
Elkhorn and Staghorn corals, on the critically endangered species list, are one classification away from being extinct in the wild. “The Caribbean without coral reefs is not some place I would like to imagine…The reefs really define our lives as islanders [our culture, the fish we eat, the snorkeling, our wildlife]…it’s not going to happen in my lifetime because I will continue to work…” said VI Native Kemit-Amon Lewis, Coral Conservation Manager for the […]
What’s Trending? Residential Market Continues To Thrive
Check out our latest insights into the latest market activity as of September 2014. Residential Sales The residential market continues to thrive! Inventory is down 6% and with new buyers entering the market, homes are selling at an impressive rate. Based on what we have seen this year, we think we’ve emerged from the flat […]
Discover Your Caribbean Treasure In An Historic Caribbean Property Makeover
Historic Properties dot the Caribbean Landscape. Most were built to last during times of great wealth, expansion and uncertain weather conditions. These enduring reminders of island history often become hidden treasures, buried in bush alongside a winding island road. Great rewards, tax benefits and an enormous sense of connection with history await those who decide […]
4th Annual Housing Expo Set for USVI June 21- STX & June 28 – STT
The Virgin Islands Housing Finance Authority (VIHFA) invites existing and prospective homeowners to attend the 4th Annual VI Housing Expos scheduled to be held on St. Croix and St. Thomas. The theme this year is “Go Green & Build Dreams.” Exhibitors, workshops, door prizes and more will be available to attendees. The goal of the event […]
Energy Grants for USVI Agriculture & Small Businesses
Much needed renewable energy grants and loans are available to small business owners and agricultural producers/farmers in the USVI! Download Fact Sheet! The Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) offers Grants, Guaranteed Loans, and Combinations of Grants/Guaranteed Loans to help agricultural producers and rural, small businesses install renewable energy systems in rural areas. The grants and loans available […]
Mooney Bay featured in prestigious Ocean Homes Magazine
Mooney Bay, Virgin Gorda’s largest private estate (MLS#13-476) shines as one of the featured properties in luxury lifestyle magazine Ocean Home. The October/November 2013 issue highlights the 22-acre property’s spectacular views of Sir Richard Branson’s Necker Island and newly acquired Mosquito Island. Check out their latest issue and get a glimpse of stunning and luxurious […]
Livable & Affordable – Real Estate Values Surprise on St. Croix
Sales Reveal Tremendous Opportunity for Buyers Have you priced quality living recently? What value do you attach to waking up to the gentle sound of ocean waves, a warm breeze touching your skin, rays of tropical sunshine coming through your window? You might be surprised at how affordable it has become to make your Caribbean […]
Exhibit On Christiansted’s History Open For Public Viewing At Fort Christiansvaern
The Christiansted National Historic Site unveils an exhibit featuring the rich culture of Christiansted and the story behind its neighborhoods. The exhibit has been open to public since August, and will run through September 2014. Located at the second floor of Fort Christiansvaern, the exhibit runs from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm daily, except on […]
