Cruse ship at the Frederiksted Pier on St. Croix. Photo Credit: V.I. CONSORTIUM
St. Croix's 2025 cruise ship season is gearing up to be a busy one, with 98 scheduled calls expected throughout the year, providing an impactful boost to the island's tourism sector.
The season kicks off on October 1, 2024, with the arrival of the "Adventure of the Seas," followed by a steady stream of cruise ships making their way to the island, including popular vessels like the "Carnival Sunrise," "Rhapsody of the Seas," and "Norwegian Sky." The season will span into September 2025, with multiple ships visiting each month, providing a continuous flow of visitors eager to experience the rich culture, history, and natural beauty that St. Croix has to offer.
Among the key highlights of the season are the regular visits from "Rhapsody of the Seas," which alone will make 49 stops on the island. The season also includes calls from luxury liners such as the "Silver Dawn" and "Silver Shadow".
Local businesses and the hospitality industry are advised to prepare for the anticipated economic boost, as hundreds of thousands of passengers and crew members visit the Big Island, as St. Croix is called. See full schedule here.
