Whilst nestling just 2 miles apart, St Kitts and Nevis are two very distinct islands. Both though are refreshingly uncommercialised and have been careful to develop their hotels and other tourist attractions to reflect and blend in with the local architecture, culture and history.
This means they are perfect destinations for people who want a Caribbean holiday that is that extra bit special. For the best advice and the latest prices just enter your travel details on the right and we will produce some wonderful St Kitts & Nevis holiday options for you!
You can still enjoy the warm Caribbean waters and golden sandy shores but with the added treat that both islands are ecological havens.
Discover pristine coral reefs, spot rare birds and butterflies, or maybe catch a glimpse of the elusive Green Vervet monkeys that inhabit the tropical hillsides of Nevis.
If you can drag yourself away from wildlife watching for an afternoon or two then you can learn something of the intriguing history of St Kitts and Nevis.
Colonised by the British and French in the early 1600's, the islands remain full of yesteryear charm including plantation houses and sugar mills. Over 250 heritage sites are documented on St Kitts alone, of which Brimstone Hill is a Unesco World Heritage site.
On St Kitts you can admire Basseterre and hear the stories of events in Independence Square and Bloody Point.
St Kitts hasn't always been as peaceful as it is now Nevis is home to Hamilton House and the Nelson Museum, it was on Nevis that Admiral Horatio Nelson married Fanny Nisbet. Adventurous nature lovers should head for the islands heartlands. Take a spectacular volcano hike up Mount Liamuiga on St Kitts and view the bubbling hot springs of the crater. On Nevis, a three in one hike is a fine way to experience Devils Copper, the New River Springs Complex and the Three Water Falls. St Kitts and Nevis are among the Caribbeans finest destinations for eco-tourism, your biggest challenge will be how to squeeze so much nature, history, sun and fun into just one holiday!
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