|
|
St Barths
|
|
|
From the traditional to the trendy, hotels, restaurants, shops, and houses, all present a range of styles extraordinarily broad for a so small an island.
Every continent, every culture is represented here in the human cocktail which gives St Barth’s its unique original character.
How to get there ?
By plane: departures several times per day, from L’Espérance airport, Grand Case, or from Princess Juliana Airport, Dutch side
By boat: departures every day, from the ferry docks in Marigot or from Oyster Pond and from Philipsburg, Dutch side.
Language: French and English
Currency: euros and US dollar
Formalities: Valid passport for foreign nationals and identity card for French travellers.
What to do?
*Visit Gustavia: traditional architecture and luxury shopping.
Admire the mega-yachts during high season.
*Beaches: many and varied: St Jean Bay:
An idyllic spot for sunbathing and a quiet swim.
Tourist Office:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
 |
|
|
|
Anguilla
|
|
|
Dive into crystalline turquoise water, succumb to the irresistible charm of the white sand beaches, relax to the rhythm of the trade winds’ caress and take time to discover the people…
How to get there?
By plane: departures several times per day, from Princess Juliana Airport, Dutch side.
By boat: departures and returns every half-hour, from Marigot ferry docks
Language: English
Currency: US dollar and East Caribbean dollar
Formalities: Valid passport required.
What to do?
*Swim with the dolphins: Imagine yourself so close to dolphins that you can touch their silky skin, look into their eyes and kiss them on the nose!
*Beaches: many and varied: Shoal Bay: not to be missed. One of the 10 most beautiful beaches of the world! What more can we say? You must see for yourself.
Tourist Office:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Saba
|
|
|
Let your heart beat to the off-beat rhythm of a truly authentic Caribbean island, where the friendly population lives in symbiosis with Nature. The sights are spectacular, the hiking trails lush and exotic, the diving indescribable….
How to get there?
By plane: departures several times per day, from Princess Juliana Airport, Dutch side.
By boat: departures from Philipsburg
Language: English and Dutch
Currency: US dollar and Guilder. No ATM machines.
Formalities: Valid passport required.
What to do?
*Climb the Volcano: Mount Scenery, is a dormant volcano with steep slopes which culminates at 872m above sea level. Many make it to the top, and all agree that the 1064 steps through tropical vegetation are a challenge rewarded by a spectacular view.
*Diving: For diving lovers!
The rocks and lava flows form a colourful marine landscape teeming with marine life. But there is more to it than the unusual coral reefs! In the depths, you will discover a form of beauty that offers its own rewards. Get out your diving masks and cylinders!
Tourist Office:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Saint Kitts
|
|
|
Drink in the rich cultural heritage to be regenerated by the spirituality of this island, whose people will transport you back to a time when happiness was synonymous with simplicity. Be prepared for anything.
How to get there?
By plane: departures several times per day, from Princess Juliana Airport, Dutch side.
Language: English
Currency: US dollar and East Caribbean dollar
Formalities: Valid passport required.
What to do?
*Climb the Volcano: a spectacular track ascends through the rain forest onto the slopes of Mount Liamuiga, a dormant volcano. Go at the top of the mountain to look down on the hot water springs at the bottom of the crater. You will need an experienced guide.
*Brimstone Hill Fortress: One of the historic sites of the island, its construction by slaves started in 1690 and lasted more than 106 years.
Tourist Office:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Navis
|
|
|
Nevis offers something for every visitor: natural beauty, pleasant and friendly inhabitants, activities for all tastes and a peaceful atmosphere.
It is said that Nevis reflects the Caribbean of yesteryear
How to get there?
By plane: departures several times per day, from Princess Juliana Airport, Dutch side.
Language: English
Currency: US dollar and East Caribbean dollar
Formalities: Valid passport required.
What to do?
*The botanical garden: Located on an old part of the historical Montpelier estate, it deserves without any question its reputation as the "most beautiful garden () this side of the paradise". Forty minutes of strolling are enough to see the principal points of interest spread over four hectares but one could spend much more time exploring it further.
* Nevisian village: the " Nevisian heritage Village " illustrates the evolution of the social history of Nevisians through their housing. The houses representative of the era of the Carib Indians are reproductions but they are furnished with antiques and relics of the period
Tourist Office :
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
