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ST. KITTS
The Authentic Caribbean
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amed after Saint Christopher, World Heritage site whose imposing the patron saint of travellers, citadel overlooks the ocean. Marvel at St. Kitts is as welcoming as demonstrations of traditional craftsmanship its informal name suggests. at Caribelle Batik while taking a tour of At just 68 square miles it’s a small but historic Romney Manor. Then climb aboard perfectly-formed hidden gem in the northern the ‘Sugar Train’, originally built to transport Leeward Islands that offers an authentic sugar cane, for a gentle two-hour ride while Caribbean experience without the crowds. being serenaded by a choir in colourful Known for its cloud-shrouded mountains Kittitian dress. Take a stroll around historic and rich heritage, St. Kitts’ appeal is beyond Basseterre on a walking tour and let its secluded beaches. storytellings transport you Those on the weekly British through history. St. Kitts is Airways service from Londondominated by Gatwick to Robert Llewellyn KicK bacK the dormant Mount Bradshaw International Fresh-off-the-boat Liamuiga volcano, home to Airport, close to the capital seafood and local a crater lake, green vervet city of Basseterre, can produce are on offer touchdown in style at the across the island. monkeys and rainforest airport’s Kayanjet Lounge: Kick back on the crisscrossed with here they can relax on the black-sand beach in hiking trails outdoor terrace and sample Dieppe Bay at Arthur’s some island food while staff deal restaurant, which offers a seawith their luggage and entry formalities. to-table dining feast. A holistic health experience is served up at Ital SWeet SpotS Creations at Fari Organic Farm, pairing vegan Iconic heritage sites await history buffs and veggie food with a yoga session among and those looking to delve into St. Kitts’ mango and pineapple trees. culture. The big guns are out at Brimstone Bars at the hotspot ‘The Strip’ in Frigate Hill Fortress National Park, a UNESCO Bay are alive with local brews, refreshing
cocktails and mellow Caribbean sounds. And no Caribbean visit would be complete without sampling the local rums of Brinley, HiBiscus and Belmont. Cheers!
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Pick up handmade, hand-painted wooden accessories from Denica, who draws on her Caribbean heritage when crafting bold designs for DenicaConnorDezignz. Or check out Caroline Joseph, who makes jewellery from Lionfish spines, sea glass, palm husk and volcanic lava rock. Take home some Mother Becky Bush Tea made with local ingredients and infused with Kittitian tradition.
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