"We believe that St. Croix is going to be the big new attraction for tourism in the Caribbean," said Joseph Boschulte, commissioner of tourism for the U.S. Virgin Islands.

You can enjoy some of the best things to do in St. Croix in a week or even a day. From water sports to cultural experiences, the island has so much to offer.

The Pothole trail gives you the best vantage points, with the widest view of the St. Croix River Gorge, from a safe distance. Click here for trail map of Interstate Park in Wisconsin.

As the St. Croix nears its crest, people come from near and far to capture the moment. "Flood tourism is a real thing I'm discovering," said Stillwater Mayor Ted Kozlowski on Monday.