The Ideal Tourist Packages of St Kitts & Nevis – Different in Details, but Similar in Other Aspects

The pair of two islands carries on many similarities, but with contrasting differences; yet all forming a promising holiday destination. Both the islands are naturally decorated with beaches and wonderful mountains, many indulging activities, rich history, and local Caribbean culture. The fact where they stand apart is regarding the fine points.

St Kitts is larger in feeling, full of sugar estates and chimney stacks in visiting, and offers a pure holiday atmosphere, while on the other hand, Nevis is tidier with a single volcano. Both the islands are connected through regular ferry services, which give you the freedom to reside on any one of them, but enjoying both of them. The two isles are separated by a water channel.

St Kitts and Nevis Tourist Attractions

• Basseterre:
  This is the capital of St Kitts that has still preserves the historic magic of its British and French colonization. We visited the St George’s Anglican Church constructed by the French in 1670 A.D., but now it’s new look is since 1869 A.D. that has come out after passing through fires, earthquakes, and hurricanes. Next, the Circus whose design is based on London’s Piccadilly Circus is truly Georgian in its architecture located in the middle of the light green Berkeley Memorial Clock. The arched Treasury Building, the customs house, is a testimony of once a site of sugar production standing on the seafront. The Independence Square tells its story of been the original slave market and was erected in 1790 A.D. The current name is in contrast with it’s this history, but serves as a mark of the island’ independence from Great Britain in 1983 A.D. Lastly, we roamed for some time on the streets featuring exciting shops and boutiques.
• Brimstone Hill Fortress:
  Situated in St Kitts on the top of 800 foot hill, this massive citadel holds 49 guns and protective 7 foot high walls. Entitled as the ‘Gibraltar of the West Indies’, its construction laid its foundation in 1690 A.D. that was only over after nearly a century with the support of the African slaves. This size and majesty of the fort tells you that this island of St Kitts hold a lot of significance during the 17th and 18th centuries along with its prosperous state whose money was spend on this massive structure. Due to hilltop location, this area offers some spectacular views and a museum. You can visit this daily from 9.30 am to 5.30 pm with admission fee of $8 and $4 for children.
• Frigate Bay Peninsula:
  Imagine a tennis racquet outline for St Kitts whose thin and lining handle of the Frigate Bay Peninsula reaches to Nevis in the southeast. Yes! Exactly this is the introduction of the peninsula. The main feature of this peninsula is that there are wonderful beaches on the Atlantic and Caribbean coast. The northern bay on the Atlantic is flanked by sand and surf that is suitable only for surfing and for some most picturesque views on the island. On the other hand, the southern bay on the leeward side ensures that the fun of swimming, snorkeling, and other different water sports is fulfilled here that is missed in the north. It is here that you will find many resorts and hotels.
• Charlestown:
  This is the capital of Nevis and is considered among the most fascinating Caribbean towns with its small population and calm vibes. Its history is locked in the 18th and 19th century Georgian buildings of the colonial era whose ground floors are of stone and upstairs holds some wooden pieces. Further, this town is the birthplace of Alexander Hamilton, the great American statesman. His family home is now a museum that has wonderful collection of history along with the Hamilton memorabilia. Do also take a tour to the Jewish cemetery of the Sephardic Jews. These folk were responsible for the best sugar processing techniques that resulted in the success of the sugar industry in Nevis.
• Fort Charles:
  We headed towards the south from Charlestown to reach this fort. The citadel was erected by the British in 1690 A.D. and later rebuilt in 1783 A.D. with further alterations in 1790 A.D. The purpose of the fort was to act as an armed iron stronghold.
• Horatio Nelson Museum:
  Located next to the government House, this museum holds the biggest collection of Horatio Nelson memorabilia, who was the British Naval Admiral. Horatio Nelson came here in the late 18th century where he dated and married Frances Nisbet. In the museum, see the exhibits of appealing introduction of the life and times of Nelson ranging in form of photos of Nevis and his wedding, miniatures of his navy, and other souvenirs at that time on the island. The museum is opened from Monday to Friday between 9 am to 4 pm and on Saturdays until 12 pm with the admission of $13 for foreigners and $5 for children.
• Pinney’s Beach:
  In Nevis, this is a real natural delight; while on the Caribbean, it is among the best beaches. A 6 km expanse of superb white sands whose front lies the calm seawaters and whose rear lies the swaying palm trees and a wonderful lagoon is simple worth a visit.
• Memorial Square:
  Located in the middle of the Main Street in Nevis, this square pays a tribute to the men who lost their lives in the Great War of 1914-1918.
• The Charlestown Methodist Church:
  Located on the Chapel Street in Nevis, this is the church is worth visiting that was built in 1844 A.D and is often missed.

• Eden Brown Estate:
  This is the haunted house in the Butler’s Village of Nevis. Take a walk around this around the ground and scrutinize the land wherein it is believed that one can view a lament bride.

Best Time to Visit St Kitts and Nevis

Considering cost and weather, November and early December is recommended. Else, the peak season is from around mid-December until mid-April.

St Kitts and Nevis Accommodation

In St Kitts:

• Marriott Royal Beach Resort & Spa – $146 – $442
• Timothy Beach Resort – $99 – $330
• Frigate Bay Resort – $105 – $340
• Half Moon Villa – $200 – $257
• Island Paradise Beach Village – $120 – $325
• Bird Rock Hotel – $75 – $275
• Ocean Terrace – $40 – $430