Once a popular sugar producing island, St. Kitts is now the new "it" destination for travelers, cruise ship passengers and mega-rich jet setters. The larger of the 2 islands that make St. Kitts/Nevis, is located in the Leeward Islands approximately 1,300 miles south of Florida and is part of the British West Indies. The Caribbean Ocean is on one side of the island and the Atlantic to the other. Th
e capital city of Basseterre is home to a large cruise ship facility where the ships will dock. Kitts has been under rule from several countries in its past including Columbus claiming it for Spain in 1493. It changed hands between the French and British many times and as a result, the island has a mix of architecture. The town square in downtown Basseterre is called the "Circus" and modeled after London's Piccadilly Circus. Many colonial style buildings offer visitors much to see. Highlights and Sightseeing excursions are very popular such as our St. Kitts Island Sightseeing and Beach Excursion and getting around is very easy. The government built a road that circles the entire island so guests may see much of the 18 miles long x 5-mile wide island. The island today is split with a combination of old and new. At the north end of the island, you'll find the Brimstone Hill Fortress National Park which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site; at the south end of the island is where the amazing sandy beaches are, as a result of the ancient volcanic activity, guests may see white, gray and even black sand. A perfect combination for seeing both sides of the island is our St. Kitts Brimstone Fortress and Beach Escape Excursion. The weather is perfect for enjoying beach and ocean with sunny, warm year-round temperatures. Water sports such as boating, snorkeling and diving are also top on visitors lists; we also offer excursions for people looking for adventure such as our St. Kitts ATV Adventure Excursion. The US dollar is widely accepted and English is spoken everywhere on the island. Fun Fact: Locals are known as Kittitians and the interior of the island is too steep to inhabit with the highest peak at 3,793ft.
