St Kitts & Nevis

Why St Kitts & Nevis are special
The tourism infrastructure of the two-island nation St Kitts and Nevis is only modestly developed. This a plus for travelers seeking more of a laid-back getaway than an action-packed vacation.

The two islands
St Kitts
It is twice as large as Nevis and has three times the population. St Kitts' top two highlights:

• Frigate Bay
  It lies on the Caribbean Sea side of the southern peninsula and has St Kitts' finest beach. Frigate Bay has become the island's resort center.
  
• Brimstone
  The Brimstone Hill Forest National Park is home to a sizeable 18th century fortress. It commandingly sits on an extinct volcano cone and has been semi-restored.

Basseterre (bahss-tehr) is the capital city. Though it's energetic, it lacks sufficient must-do-and-see attractions to warrant an overnight stay.

Nevis
It's even more laid back than St Kitts. It has fewer tourists and resorts - and less nightlife and fine dining.

• Pinney's Beach
  This palm-fringed beach is the best one on the island.
  
• Resort
  Two of its resorts, the Nevis Four Seasons and the Nesbit Plantation, are among the nation's finest.

More St Kitts & Nevis tips & insights
Island seperation
The sibling islands of St Kitts and Nevis are separated only by a 3 kilometer (2 mile) wide channel. A short ferry ride connects them. This makes it easy for tourists staying on St Kitts to make a day trip to Nevis.

Hiking
Both islands have interesting trails through mountainous terrain blanketed with tropical vegetation. Each has a trail reaching its highest peak. Seasoned hikers prefer Nevis' "Nevis Peak" to St Kitts' "Mount Liamuiga" (formerly named Mount Misery).

Diving and snorkeling
Both islands have interesting plantations that are open for lunch and tours. Some even offer accommodations.

Sugar can plantations
The language is English, cricket is popular, and you drive on the left side of the road.

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