Introduction
Sister islands of grace and elegance, St Kitts and Nevis epitomise the Caribbean of yesteryear, with a step-back-in-time atmosphere and good old-fashioned standards of service. Both are blessed with windswept beaches where the only footprints are yours, and both share a comforting passion for afternoon tea.
Nevis is distinctly old world in its charm, the pace of life deliciously slow and sleepy, the landscape undeveloped and delightfully unspoiled. Just seven miles long and five miles wide, this tiny island plays host to some of nature’s treasures, from hiking trails through the rain forest, where you may even catch a glimpse of the green vervet monkeys in their natural habitat, to the magnificent floral displays at the Botanical Gardens. Time almost stands still in charming Charlestown with its weathered colonial houses and elaborate gingerbread shutters, whilst elsewhere echoes of Nelson’s love affair with both Nevis and Fanny Nisbet abound. The waters too offer excellent snorkelling just offshore.
Neighbouring St Kitts is dominated by a dormant volcano, which has left its imprint at Black Rocks – a series of lava deposits that has been sculpted and moulded by the restless surf. At Romney Manor you can watch batiks being hand-printed and explore exotic gardens. A narrow gauge railway encircles the island and provides a fascinating way to explore. Time your visit between Christmas and New Year and you’ll witness the lively Carnival celebrations.
There are accommodation options to suit all tastes, from a first-class resort with a championship golf course to family-run plantation inns where convivial evenings are spent in the company of your hosts. And as flights to both islands are available with local airlines from Antigua, a two-centre holiday can be easily arranged.
Regional Info
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CLIMATE
The islands of St Kitts & Nevis offer a warm year round climate with average temperatures of 75°F-80°F. Expect the summer months to be hotter and more humid with occasional tropical showers
CAPITAL
St Kitts - Basseterre
Nevis - Charlestown
CURRENCY
Eastern Caribbean Dollar
TIME DIFFERENCE
GMT-4 hours
FLYING TIME
8 hours 40 minutes to Antigua, with a 30 minute onward flight
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