Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Beach Tips
Never swim at a deserted beach strip.
Keep a wary eye out for sea urchins (black and
spiny).
Lock your car and leave all valuables behind at
your hotel.
Bring blankets, towels and food.
Don't forget sunscreen and a hat.
In Christiansted
Protestant Cay:
This tiny island, four minutes from
Christiansted dock by ferry ($3), has a hotel with a good
beach strip and an active watersports center. Non-guests
can rent loungers and gear.
On the East End
The East End of the island has beaches on both its northern
and southern shores. Closest to Christiansted and moving
eastward along the northern coast are the following.
Buccaneer's Beaches:
There are three beaches within the
grounds of this hotel and one is open to the public. Beaugard
Beach is approached through the guard gate and the en-
trance fee includes the use of the changing facilities. There
are no rentals to non-guests, but there is a nice beachfront
eaterie. Route 82 East.
Shoy's Beach
:
This long, sandy beach strip is adjacent to
Buccaneer's beaches and offers a great view of Christiansted
Harbour. Turn right at Buccaneer's gate and proceed to the
parking lot. Follow the dirt path to the beach, which is rarely
crowded. No facilities. Route 82 East.
Tamarind Reef Beach
:
This is a quiet shade-tree-studded
beach that fronts Tamarind Reef Hotel and Green Cay Ma-
rina. It offers great views of Buck Island. There is good snor-
