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3","arrival":"08:00","departure":"17:00","departure_date":null,"berth":"","tender_status":"unknown","sources":["cruisemapper-itinerary"],"ship_url":"/s/msc-explora-journeys/explora-3","voyages":[{"url":"/v/msc-explora-journeys/explora-3/20261015-20261101/","label":"17 nights \u00b7 Quebec City to San Juan \u00b7 2026-10-15"},{"url":"/v/msc-explora-journeys/explora-3/20261025-20261101/","label":"7 nights \u00b7 Miami to San Juan \u00b7 2026-10-25"},{"url":"/v/msc-explora-journeys/explora-3/20261025-20261108/","label":"14 nights \u00b7 Round trip to Miami \u00b7 2026-10-25"}],"anchor":"call-af36001804107bd6"},{"date":"2026-10-28","ship":"Valiant Lady","arrival":"09:00","departure":"18:00","departure_date":null,"berth":"","tender_status":"unknown","sources":["cruisemapper-itinerary"],"ship_url":"/s/virgin-voyages/valiant-lady","voyages":[{"url":"/v/virgin-voyages/valiant-lady/20261019-20261031/","label":"12 nights \u00b7 New York to San Juan \u00b7 2026-10-19"}],"anchor":"call-57694fdd3d92a1fa"},{"date":"2026-10-29","ship":"Rhapsody Of The Seas","arrival":"08:00","departure":"17:00","departure_date":null,"berth":"","tender_status":"unknown","sources":["cruisemapper-itinerary"],"ship_url":"/s/royal-caribbean/rhapsody-of-the-seas","voyages":[{"url":"/v/royal-caribbean/rhapsody-of-the-seas/20261024-20261031/","label":"7 nights \u00b7 Round trip to San Juan \u00b7 2026-10-24"}],"anchor":"call-95ff73bf47417892"},{"date":"2026-10-29","ship":"Star Pride","arrival":"08:00","departure":"18:00","departure_date":null,"berth":"","tender_status":"unknown","sources":["cruisemapper-itinerary"],"ship_url":"/s/windstar-cruises/star-pride","voyages":[{"url":"/v/windstar-cruises/star-pride/20261028-20261108/","label":"11 nights \u00b7 Round trip to San Juan \u00b7 2026-10-28"}],"anchor":"call-0fdbfd5e50a2f5af"}],"rowStart":1,"rowEnd":9,"monthTotal":9,"pagination":[{"number":1,"path":"/p/us-virgin-islands/st-croix-island-usvi/timetable/2026-10"}],"timetablepath":"/p/us-virgin-islands/st-croix-island-usvi/timetable/2026-10","about":{"currency":"USD","currencyurl":"https://www.xe.com/currencyconverter/?Amount=1&From=USD","facts":[["Getting ashore","Frederiksted cruise pier on the west coast"],["Local outing","Frederiksted waterfront and nearby beach"],["Longer outing","Christiansted requires a road transfer"],["Currency","US dollar \u00b7 USD"]],"sections":[["Getting ashore","Large cruise calls normally use the Ann E. Abramson Marine Facility at Frederiksted, confirmed by the [Virgin Islands Port Authority](https://www.viport.com/ann-e-abramson-marine-facility). The long pier leads into the town, not Christiansted on the other side of the island. Ask about pier transport and the day\u2019s taxi or excursion collection area before leaving. Match any independently booked meeting point to the actual ship berth."],["A relaxed Frederiksted day","Walk the waterfront, look at Fort Frederik and explore the streets behind the seafront, checking opening and admission before relying on a fort interior visit. The town\u2019s buildings reflect Danish colonial history and the island\u2019s later changes. A beach near Frederiksted can pair with a short town visit without crossing the island. Allow around two to three hours for streets, a caf\u00e9 and an unhurried waterfront look, adding any swimming time separately."],["Christiansted and its historic fort","Christiansted is a separate road excursion. Arrange both journeys before setting off and leave room for traffic and waiting. The [National Park Service](https://www.nps.gov/chri/planyourvisit/index.htm) manages the historic site around Fort Christiansvaern, with exhibits explaining Danish colonial life, trade and the people whose labour supported the economy. Check the current opening and admission; its fee normally covers three days, which is useful context when comparing tickets, not a reason to buy more than your call needs."],["Boat excursions and Buck Island","A snorkelling trip to Buck Island needs a boat excursion and usually a transfer to its departure point. Ask where you board, whether transport from Frederiksted is included and how the return fits your ship. Compare the full duration, sea conditions, swimming requirements and flotation provision. A beach stop and an underwater trail are different activities. Follow the operator\u2019s protected-area instructions and do not touch coral or marine life."],["Taxi and island tours","[CruiseMapper\u2019s St Croix information](https://www.cruisemapper.com/ports/st-croix-island-usvi-port-823) is useful for seeing the two-town geography before choosing a tour. Obtain the current taxi rate and clarify whether it is per person, one-way or return; waiting and extra stops may be separate. If considering a rental car, remember traffic keeps left and allow time for collection, fuel and return formalities. For a short call, a planned taxi or excursion avoids spending the morning on rental administration."],["Food, spending and the return","Look for a local lunch or bakery stop, and check the menu and any added tax or service charge. Prices are in US dollars; small cash is useful alongside a card. Carry sun protection and water and keep valuables secure while swimming. Save your pier name and driver\u2019s contact offline. If visiting Christiansted or taking a boat, begin the return while there is still room for delays; reaching Frederiksted town is not the same as reaching the gangway."]],"access":"The pier is long and exposed; ask the ship about the port trolley and whether it accommodates your wheelchair or scooter. Confirm the precise boarding arrangement on any excursion boat. Historic forts, pavements and beach access have different surfaces and steps. Pre-book a suitable vehicle if needed rather than assuming a shared taxi can take an occupied wheelchair.","maps":[{"label":"Official cruise pier information","url":"https://www.viport.com/ann-e-abramson-marine-facility","detail":"Frederiksted landing, separate from Christiansted"},{"label":"Christiansted historic site maps","url":"https://www.nps.gov/chri/planyourvisit/maps.htm","detail":"Official downloadable orientation"}],"links":[{"label":"CruiseMapper St Croix port information","url":"https://www.cruisemapper.com/ports/st-croix-island-usvi-port-823","detail":"Primary destination and berth context"},{"label":"Christiansted National Historic Site","url":"https://www.nps.gov/chri/planyourvisit/index.htm","detail":"Opening, history and visitor planning"},{"label":"Fort Christiansvaern admission","url":"https://www.nps.gov/chri/planyourvisit/fees.htm","detail":"Current fees and pass eligibility"},{"label":"Buck Island official visitor information","url":"https://www.nps.gov/buis/planyourvisit/index.htm","detail":"Check current tour and protected-area guidance"},{"label":"Convert local currency","url":"https://www.xe.com/currencyconverter/?Amount=1&From=USD","detail":"Reference exchange rates"}]}}}