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ViewsSaint Kitts and NevisFrom eTripTips Wiki
Saint Kitts'[1] and Nevis [2] are a pair of tropical islands in the Caribbean, about one-third of the way from Puerto Rico to Trinidad and Tobago.
[edit] Regions Map of Saint Kitts and Nevis For more information on the islands of St. Kitts and Nevis visit www.myislands.myeyez.net and www.discover-stkitts-nevis-beaches.com [edit] Cities
[edit] Other destinations[edit] UnderstandAs if it were the custom in the Caribbean, St-Kitts and Nevis changed hands many times between English and French, which has left it a heritage of cities with names from both countries. Contrariwise, the architecture there is very Anglo-Saxon (Style Victorian) with driving on left and especially in downtown Basseterre: Circus Place the reproduction of the 'Berkeley Memorial Clock'. The islands became an associated state of the United Kingdom with full internal autonomy in 1967. The island of Anguilla rebelled and was allowed to secede in 1971. Saint Kitts and Nevis achieved independence in 1983. In 1998, a vote in Nevis on a referendum to separate from Saint Kitts fell short of the two-thirds majority needed. There are also several ancient British fortifications which have been restored with minutiae and reproducing the tiniest details of original construction. St-Kitts and Nevis will be called to be developed in the near future, in fact many projects are in progress or completion, notably vast dockings to accommodate the largest liners and cruisers with terminals, loading docks, etc. What is really remarkable on St-Kitts and Nevis is the natural aspect. Many tropical birds which one rarely finds elsewhere are present in great concentration in the nature and there are also the famous monkeys which, it is said, were introduced by the pirates. An all-new road permits going to the southeast end of St-Kitts (Turtle Beach) where one feels that a certain febrility in the air will make of this part of the island an appreciated place. Indeed, one has only to take a little adventure in the underwoods with some fruit in hand to see oneself quite soon surrounded by monkeys coming gently to meet one to get fed. For the inhabitants of the islands, on the other hand, the monkeys are not perceived as as big a joy, for these pretty little hairy beings plunder the harvest and nose around everywhere they can go. [edit] ClimateTropical tempered by constant sea breezes; little seasonal temperature variation; rainy season (May to November) [edit] LandscapeWith coastlines in the shape of a baseball bat and ball, the two volcanic islands are separated by a three-km-wide channel called The Narrows; on the southern tip of long, baseball bat-shaped Saint Kitts lies the Great Salt Pond; Nevis Peak sits in the center of its almost circular namesake island and its ball shape complements that of its sister island. The highest point is Mount Liamuiga (St Kitts) at 1,156 meters. [edit] Get in[edit] By planeFrom the US  Daily flights are available from San Juan, PR from American Airlines and Caribbean Sun, as well as through British Virgin Islands/Tortola. American Airlines also has weekend flights from Miami (more flights during the tourist season), and US Airways has direct flights from Philadelphia. American Airlines has also offered charter flights direct from Dallas/Ft. Worth on 767's.
Direct flights from the Britain have been suspended from 3rd November 2008 with no alternative provision being made by either the Airline or the Tour Operator. The best alternative is probably to take a direct flight via Virgin to one of the other Caribbean islands, and then use Liat to make the short flight between islands.
There is a non-stop charter flight from Toronto to St. Kitts beginning December 19th until April with Skyservice. [edit] By boatThere is a cruise ship terminal as well as a marina for yachts in Basseterre. Take a catamaran/snorkel excursion with Blue Water Safaris or Leeward Island Charters. You can also charter a boat with No Problem Boat Charters. [edit] Get around[edit] By trainThere is a scenic railroad tour that goes through portions of the narrow gauge railroad formerly used for the sugar mill. www.stkittsscenicrailway.com [edit] By carTaxis and buses out number those needing them in St. Kitts. Be sure to negotiate upfront the costs of the trip, pay special attention if the fare is in US or EC dollars. Temporary drivers licenses are available, as well as several car rentals agencies. There are many popular taxi drivers in St. Kitts that will give you a tour of the island. One such tour guide is Thenford Grey's Island Tours. www.thenfordgrey.com [edit] By busMicro buses form the public transportation system on the island. These are much cheaper than taxis and can be flagged down while in route. If they are full the driver will flash their lights and proceed on. Service does not generally extend to Frigate Bay or the Southern Peninsula. That is the domain of taxis. Taxis and Buses use the same format of Micro buses, the difference is that taxis have a yellow license plate and buses have a green one. Bus fare varies but in 2005 was between 1.25 EC and 5 EC depending on length of trip. [edit] Talk[edit] BuyJust in the Sun Boutique, Marriott Resort, Frigate Bay, St. Kitts
Caribelle Batik www.caribellebatik.com
[edit] Costs[edit] EatThere are many dining options in St. Kitts. Some of the popular restaurants are: Sprat Net - Old Road Ballahoo Restaurant, Basseterre www.ballahoo.com Marshall's, Frigate Bay www.marshalls-stkitts.com You'll find lots of beach bars located in the Frigate Bay and South East Peninsula. [edit] DrinkZiggy's Beach Bar www.ziggysbeachbar.com Mr. X's Shiggidy Shack www.mrxshiggidyshack.com Lion's Beach Bar - Cockleshell Beach Chevy's Beach Bar - Pinney's Beach Bar in Nevis [edit] Sleep[edit] LearnFor more information on St. Kitts and Nevis visit: www.myislands.myeyez.net www.discover-stkitts-nevis-beaches.com www.stkitts-tourism.com www.nevisisland.com www.nevis1.com [edit] Work[edit] Stay safe[edit] Stay healthy[edit] RespectIt is important when in the city and other public places (airport, downtown, stores) to be sure to wear shoes and a shirt. It is a sign of disrespect to be wearing beach attire in the city. Loud public swearing is also looked down upon and you can be fined for it. [edit] Contact
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