St. Kitts-Nevis

Guide to St. Kitts-Nevis






















Caribbean is home to over 40 unique destinations, providing a wide variety of tropical isles for all kind of vacationers. Every island in Caribbean is worth traveling to at one point in a lifetime, offering everything you could ever imagine for a perfect holiday. In fact, when 'Caribbean' is mentioned one automatically thinks of bright turquoise waters, white soft land, sunny skies and intoxicating natural beauty. The islands of St. Kitts and Nevis are no exception; like no other island in the Caribbean, they symbolize a kind of heavenly paradise one usually can only find in the South Pacific.

Geography and location: St. Kitts-Nevis is a federal two-island nation in the West Indies. Volcanic in origin, these two islands belong to the Lesser Antilles chain and lie at the northern end of Leeward Islands in the eastern Caribbean, about one-third of the way from Puerto Rico to Trinidad and Tobago. The total land area of the island is 261 sq km (Saint Kitts 168 sq km; Nevis 93 sq km) with a population of approximately 44,000 inhabitants. Its highest point is Mount Liamuiga (1,156 m) - a crater that thankfully has remained dormant.

Climate: St. Kitts-Nevis experiences a tropical climate tempered by the NE trade winds throughout most of the year with temperature hovering between 26째 C (79째 F) to 32째 C (89째 F). Sea breezes keep the islands relatively cool. Rain showers can occur throughout year, especially between the months of May and November. Summer months are characterized by high humidity. The best time to visit St. Kitts-Nevis is perhaps from January to April which are considered the driest months.

St. Kitts-Nevis vacations: If a peaceful vacation in a lavish and alluring corner of paradise is what you chase, you will certainly find it on St. Kitts and Nevis. Warm, sunny weather, gorgeous beaches, fresh air, unspoiled nature, jaw-dropping tropical jungles and friendly atmosphere are some of the typical features that make both islands ideal vacation destinations.

St. Kitts-Nevis 'must do' adventures include outstanding hiking, rain forest and volcano tours, eco-safari tour, nature trail explorations, heritage and historic tours. Because of the topography of St. Kitts-Nevis, there are many mountains, craters, hills, rivers and valleys to explore and experience. Brimstone Hill Fortress, one of the oldest sites in all of the Caribbean is something you shouldn't miss out. It's a well-restored 38-acre fortress and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Other St. Kitts-Nevis adventures include playing golf, bird watching and walking along the white, black, or gold sand of the beaches, relaxing by the sea, and a hopping nightlife on the Strip. And if you are somehow tired of land activities, the islands offer plenty of adventurous and fascinating water-based activities, including snorkeling, scuba diving, deep sea fishing, water skiing, body surfing, windsurfing and ocean-kayaking.

Whether your vacation calls for historical attractions, activity adventures or simply rest and relaxation, St. Kitts-Nevis offers everything to make your vacation even more memorable.

St. Kitts & Nevis Hotels: St. Kitts offers a wide variety of places to stay, including all-inclusive resorts, full-service affordable hotels, beautifully restored plantation inns, stunning luxury villas and simple beachfront cottages. Those who seek a wider choice of activities and accommodations can freely choose St. Kitts.

St. Kitts Marriott Resort & the Royal Beach Casino If you're looking for a full-service resort in St. Kitts, St. Kitts Marriott is your only real choice. The resort boasts luxury guest rooms and furnished balconies with majestic pool or ocean views, 3 freeform pools with live entertainment and organized games, Royal Beach Casino, championship golf course at the Royal St. Kitts Golf Club, an expensive Emerald Mist Spa, 8 restaurants with oceanfront dining and 3 lounges. Set on a surf-swept, four-mile stretch of sand of Basseterre ideal for long walks, this resort is an inspiring St. Kitts vacation getaway.

If you want to get away from the hustle and bustle of St. Kitts, go to the serene island of Nevis with less choice of activities and accommodations. Green and peaceful, Nevis is truly one of the remaining unspoiled places that proudly carries the name, "Queen of the Caribees."

Four Seasons Nevis is the only luxurious, high-end property on the island, popular with business travelers, couples, families, beach visitors, honeymooners and travelers with pets. Located on Pinney's Beach, the Four Seasons Resort is home to 196 spacious guestrooms and suites occupied in two-story cottages. Private villas or estate homes are also available. The 5-star hotel offers a wide variety of services, including two infinity-edge freeform pools facing the sea, award-winning ultra spa services, where you can find full tranquility, superb golf courses, baby sitting services and children's activity programs, water sports, tennis and three gourmet restaurants where you can taste the rich Mediterranean, Continental and West Indian cuisines.

Uncover the beauty of this little-known paradise, if you can afford it, as the resort is certainly one of the Caribbean's finest.