| Thanks to long ago volcanic activity, the Caribbean | | | | seeking. |
| Sea is sprinkled with handfuls of now-settled islands | | | | Or, if seeking out a few thrills is on the menu, head |
| that act as magnets to tourists looking for the | | | | inland to sneak a peek at the impressive array of |
| ultimate getaway experience. There are many | | | | flora and fauna. In addition to colorful and fragrant |
| choices, few of them regrettable, but if a quiet and | | | | plant life unlike any you've seen before, the flitting |
| nature-oriented escape from reality is desired, you | | | | hummingbirds and friendly monkeys will most certainly |
| certainly wouldn't go wrong with a trip to St. Kitts | | | | catch your eye. A few tidbits of fruit will entice the |
| and Nevis, a pair of islands that maintains a French | | | | furry creatures to come close, offering up photo-ops |
| English identity as well as many unspoiled swaths of | | | | that will make the perfect souvenir. Mountain |
| wilderness. | | | | rainforest hikes provide exercise, fresh air and |
| British-style buildings and cars that drive on the left | | | | enjoyable off-the-beaten-path moments, so check |
| side of the road will immediately help to create a | | | | them out if you're so inclined. |
| sense of away-ness, and the interior of the islands | | | | St. Kitts and Nevis is adept at offering a bit of |
| are delightfully uninhabited - an exotic treat for city | | | | everything; quiet afternoons and thrilling adventures, |
| dwellers and residents of sprawling suburbia. Combine | | | | deserted stretches of beach and lively festivals. A |
| these elements with a predictably pleasant climate | | | | number of music celebrations dot the calendar and |
| and constant cycle of sea breezes and the | | | | often feature parades with salsa, calypso and steel |
| foundation has been laid for a top-five vacation. | | | | pan infusions, while tennis courts and golf courses |
| Some say that St. Kitts and Nevis resemble a | | | | provide more traditional vacation pursuits. No matter |
| baseball bat and baseball, something to notice when | | | | what you and your companions look for on holiday |
| flying in for a landing or looking at a map but a fact | | | | (as the Brits would say) it's certain to be contained |
| that will be forgotten once you've become immersed | | | | within the perimeter of this charming island nation. |
| in the pure loveliness of the landscape. A narrow | | | | This includes stellar lodging options in the form of |
| channel separates the two isles, making going back | | | | dozens of vacation rental properties that have a way |
| and forth no big deal, so every inch of the terrain, | | | | of making visitors feel immediately at home in this |
| both untouched and populated, is available to be | | | | far-flung tropical paradise. Villas offering panoramic |
| explored and enjoyed. | | | | views and easy access to the beach make all the |
| All the standard beach activities are up for grabs, | | | | difference when it comes to you and your |
| although the word "standard" doesn't really apply to | | | | companions coexisting peacefully while feeling |
| snorkeling, sea kayaking, relaxing at a beach bar or | | | | comfortable and connected to the surroundings. A |
| watching for rainbows and sunsets off the pristine | | | | day of swimming and snorkeling can be just a stroll |
| coast. Timothy Beach is a popular spot for finding the | | | | away, as are horseback riding stables, one of the |
| activities you need to check a few entries off the | | | | vibrant towns, a fabulous restaurant or an engrossing |
| itinerary, and if you don't have one of those, you'll | | | | view of Mt. Nevis. Sorting through the options online |
| wander your way through a perfectly agreeable day. | | | | is a fun exercise that will certainly lead to inventing |
| After getting your fill of being barefoot, it'll be time | | | | the perfect scenario framed by hibiscus and |
| to head to one of the towns for some shopping and | | | | bougainvillea, not to mention a set-up of bedrooms, |
| fine dining. Try Basseterre, Charlestown or Newcastle | | | | baths and grounds that will lend an air of elegance |
| for a taste of local cuisine, shopping and culture | | | | and luxury to the whole affair. |