Is St Kitts or Nevis better?

Kitts is the more outgoing sister, with the widest selection of restaurants, bars and hotels. Shy and lush Nevis showcases the opulence that has become this region's calling card. Seclusion might be the No. 1 draw (Nevis doesn't have a single streetlight), but there are many other lures.



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It's an island that used to be pretty focus on agriculture (sugar, specifically) and so is a relative newcomer to the whole tourism game which means this is one of the most authentic Caribbean islands you can visit (you truly get to see what life is like on the islands here – not what like is like stuck in a resort in ...

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Discrimination, sexist rhetoric, and intimidation toward women and their families discourage many from engaging in the political environment. The population of St. Kitts is primarily Afro-Caribbean and Anglican, but other ethnic and religious groups engage in the political process.

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Crime. Most visits are trouble-free, but there have been incidents of crime including murder, armed robbery and sexual assault. You should maintain at least the same level of personal security awareness as you would in the UK and make sure your accommodation is secure. This also applies if you are staying on a yacht.

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It is more expensive to live in St Kitts and Nevis than in most of the Caribbean islands due to the fact that the country has to import many of its products. However, the favorable tax system makes up for the extra spending.

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Land of Many Firsts: St. Kitts was the first English colony in the Caribbean, earning it the title “The Mother Colony of the West Indies,” and Nevis is the home to the region's first hotel, The Bath Hotel built in 1778, as well as the Caribbean's first integrated church, the Cottle Church established in 1824.

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The Nevis to St Kitts crossing is a significant open water swim of 4.1 km/2.5mile across The Narrows. Conditions during the event may be challenging and swimmers should have a good understanding of open water swimming.

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St Kitts and Nevis are not the cheapest Caribbean islands. St Kitts and Nevis are not the cheapest destinations among the Caribbean islands. But the total cost will solely depend on your preferences.

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Three days is the perfect amount of time to enjoy everything the island has to offer—a storied history, picturesque scenery, scenic train rides, and some of the most beautiful beaches in the world. We recommend renting a car or hiring a taxi for this immersive itinerary, assuming you're based in Basseterre.

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Kittian Village is a luxurious, purpose-built resort area on the eastern coast of St Kitts, around 20 minutes' drive from the capital. With a host of hotels and many restaurants to choose from, this is the most popular place to stay on the island.

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St. Thomas will be a bit more crowded and has better and more Duty Free shopping than St. Kitts but St. Kitts has been discovered in recent years so the number of tourists and cruise ships visiting the island has increased dramatically in the last few years as has the number shops and tourist oriented activities.

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The best time to visit Saint Kitts and Nevis is between February and May, which are the driest months and the temperatures aren't as sweltering. The climate is hot and tropical all year round, with average highs of around 82°F. July to November is the wettest period.

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The beautiful little island of St Kitts is one I'd been looking forward to visiting for a while. The plan to visit had been on the books for ages and yet somehow, it managed to surprise me when it was time to hop aboard that BA flight in search of Caribbean sunshine.

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Generally, most residents are of the opinion that no snakes are present on St. Kitts and Nevis due to the presence of the mongoose but there are in fact snakes on both islands (Horwith and Lindsay 1999).

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If you're arriving via cruise ship, you can simply walk through the port and into downtown Basseterre to browse the offerings in the island's capital city, and much of the rest of the island is walkable too.

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