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  Adventures On St. Kitts & Nevis - Points of Interest
Basseterre, set against the irresistible backdrop of St. Kitts' emerald green hills and punctuated by elegant Georgian architecture, is one of the best of the Caribbean's small capitals.
At the edge of the estate, standing as mute witness to the island's ancient, pre-Columbian history, is a cluster of large boulders marked heavily with petroglyphic symbols and human figures.
Liamuiga, or 'fertile land,' was the Carib name for the island; in the 1980s, that name was given to St. Kitts' central mountain, a lush, 3792-ft volcanic peak known during the colonial period as Mount Misery.
www.geographia.com /stkitts-nevis/knpnt01.htm   (566 words)

  
  Saint Kitts and Nevis - MSN Encarta
Saint Kitts and Nevis achieved full independence from the United Kingdom on September 19, 1983, and is a member of the Commonwealth of Nations.
Saint Kitts and Nevis is the smallest country in the Western Hemisphere in area and in population.
Green vervet monkeys, introduced by the French in the 17th century, live in the forests of both islands.
encarta.msn.com /encyclopedia_761552904/Saint_Kitts_and_Nevis.html   (759 words)

  
 ST. KITTS contest info
The dense rainforest of St. Kitts, renowned as the world’s only rainforest to have grown in size in the last twenty years, is filled with wild tropical fruits like papayas, bananas, mangos and breadfruit and is the home of the green vervet monkey, which was introduced to the island from Africa in the 17th century.
The waters of St. Kitts are abundant with yellowtail snapper, wahoo, mackerel, tuna, dolphinfish, shark and barracuda.
Kitts is an island that loves to celebrate in style with dozens of street parties, events and festivals.
www.stallercenter.com /contest/stkitts.html   (2640 words)

  
 st. kitts
Kitts is green and pleasant, with a dramatically steep central mountain range rising 3,750 feet high.
The land between the mountains and the sea is gently sloping and fertile, planted mainly in sugar cane.
The Caribs called St. Kitts "Liamuiga," which means "fertile isle." Columbus renamed it after his patron saint, and nowadays it is known either as St. Christopher or by the abbreviated St. Kitts.
www.doyleguides.com /stkitts.html   (435 words)

  
 st. kitts and nevis map and information page
Discovered by Columbus in 1493, St. Kitts and Nevis were settled by the British and French in the early 17th Century.
Kitts is today a (growing in popularity) cruise ship destination, and the surrounding waters are a magnet for scuba divers and snorkelers.
Separated by a narrow channel from St. Kitts, Nevis is dominated by the remnants of a single volcano, and famed for its restored sugar plantations (now secluded inns), fl sand beaches and local charms.
www.worldatlas.com /webimage/countrys/namerica/caribb/kn.htm   (343 words)

  
 Sail Caribbean
Kitts, the largest and tallest, is nearly 4,000 feet high while Statia reaches only 2,000 feet and is merely five miles long.
Kitts has a population of 90,000 of which half are greenback monkeys living in the tall mountains and rain forests.
The southern part of St. Kitts is connected to the main island by a long narrow peninsula.
www.usac.com /trips/StKitts.html   (1674 words)

  
 Alken Tours - Tour St. Kitts & Nevis
Most visitors fly into St. Kitts, which on a clear day provides a glimpse of the island's mountainous interior, the patchwork of cane fields that carpets its lowlands, and the rugged hills, salt ponds and deeply indented bays of its southeastern peninsula.
Kitts is the larger of the two and has more people and resorts, but they tend to be family-run operations that are relatively small.
On St, Kitts, the biggest event is the week-long Carnival, held from December 24 to January 2.
www.alkentours.com /carib/kitts.html   (449 words)

  
 St. Kitts : Attractions | Frommers.com
A tall green Victorian clock stands in the center of the Circus.
This is certainly the quickest and easiest way to see "St. Kitts in a nutshell," especially if you're a cruise-ship passenger with limited time.
The ascent to the volcano is usually made from the north end of St. Kitts at Belmont Estate.
www.frommers.com /destinations/stkitts/2388010029.html   (826 words)

  
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On St. Kitts the best white sand beaches are on the southern end of the island.
Kitts and the neighboring island of Nevis are said to offer two separate versions of paradise.
Kitts, the larger island, features volcanic peaks with lush green forests, endless sugarcane fields and an arid southeastern peninsula.
sip.greensheet.com /travelpublishing/stkitts_nevis.html   (313 words)

  
 Kitts Green - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Kitts Green is an area of Birmingham, England which is situated on the boarders of Stechford, Ward End, Shard End, Lea Village and the Meadway.
The original green which belonged to 'Mr Kitts' is located opposite St. Richards church near Lea Hall Station.
Kitts Green's main local attractions are St. Richards Church, The Glebe Shopping Centre, Ridpool Primary School and Alcoa.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Kitts_Green   (161 words)

  
 St. Kitts : Introduction | Frommers.com
Kitts has become a resort mecca in recent years.
The monkeys were brought in as pets by the early French settlers but were set free when the British took control of the island in 1783.
The capital of St. Kitts, Basseterre, lies on the Caribbean shore near the southern end of the island, about 2km (1 1/4 miles) from the airport.
www.frommers.com /destinations/stkitts/2388010001.html   (325 words)

  
 St. Kitts & Nevis
Off the port side the western shore of St. Kitts strikes an arc into the northwest, showing a panorama of rugged hills and green fields.
Off the bow, a troop of green velvet monkeys playfully makes their way to the north end of the bay, along the stony beach.
Kitts & Nevis is not high on the list of potential destinations for many of our cruising friends.
www.caribbeancompass.com /stkitts.htm   (1142 words)

  
 Islands.com | St. Kitts   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-31)
In the late 18th century, the massive fortress of Brimstone Hill was known as "The Gibraltar of the West Indies." Built of fl volcanic rock (then called "brimstone"), it was held at times by both the English and French, but was a neglected, almost forgotten legacy when efforts to restore it began in 1965.
This is mostly a low-key island, but shoppers can survey duty-free bargains in the capital of Basseterre, while hikers can tackle a variety of mountain and cloud forest trails in the green interior – including a trek to a crater lake in the caldera of Mount Liamuiga volcano.
Meanwhile, greens of a more manicured variety can be found at the championship Royal St. Kitts Golf Course (designed by Peter Thompson, five-time winner of the British Open).
www.islands.com /stkitts   (762 words)

  
 St. Kitts Information - Caribbean Islands
Kitts, sister island to Nevis in the Caribbean island nation of St. Kitts and Nevis, has incredibly diverse scenery..
Kitts was the first English settlement in the Leeward Islands and afterwards fought many battles with France in order to keep her.
You can take a full or half-day guided hike through the rainforest, or a full day hike to the volcanic rim and on the way learn about the plants and birds you are seeing as well as spotting green vervet monkeys.
www.islandinns.com /islands/stkitts.html   (706 words)

  
 St. Kitts - Welcome to the Mountains, Monkeys and Beaches page
Kitts exhibits a range of ecosystems that combine to produce a whole range of activities for your enjoyment whilst you are on holiday.
Kitts' Northern, Central and Southern mountain ranges are carpeted in thick rainforest supporting huge bio-diversity.
St. Kitts is blessed with a myriad of beautiful, complex ecosystems containing a range of photogenic wildlife and a whole host of relaxing (and in some cases deliberately not so relaxing) things to do.
www.skyviews.com /stkitts/nature.html   (598 words)

  
 Fodor's Travel Guides | Forums Messages | St. Kitts, the Green Flash and Cruise Ships, Oh My! Or, how ejcrowe spent her ...
All of the main roads on St. Kitts are wide and in good repair, which made the driving quite easy for those of us accustomed to driving on the righthand side of the road.
Overall, DH and I enjoyed St. Kitts very much, but while we would not hesitate to return to the island or recommend it to other travelers, we probably will not be planning a return trip any time soon.
There was a thread about the Green Flash on this board about a year ago, where several people posted their experience with seeing it as well as website links to see photographs of the green flash and scientific reasons behind it.
www.fodors.com /forums/pgMessages.jsp?fid=5&tid=34906506&numresponses=23&start=0   (4887 words)

  
 St. Kitts Travel Basics | stkitts-guide.info
Before setting off on your island adventure to St. Kitts or Nevis, you may want to know a thing or two about your final destination.
The majority of natives on both St. Kitts and Nevis are friendly and accepting of tourists as long as they are shown respect.
Along with sugary white-sand beaches, St. Kitts and Nevis are both lush and green with fertile growth that starts at the shoreline with scrub and grassland and rises into rainforest.
stkitts-guide.info /travel.basics   (345 words)

  
 St Kitts 4X4 Truck Safari
The St Kitts 4X4 Truck Safari is an exciting Caribbean driving adventure along the back roads, sugar cane field paths and mountain trails in the Caribbean island of St. Kitts.
Your St Kitts 4X4 truck safari will stop at strategic lookouts to allow you to be captivated by the breath taking views of St. Kitts and the villages below.
At a point in excursion, the St Kitts 4X4 truck safari reaches an elevation of about 2000 ft. It is here that your Caribbean 4X4 driving safari will stop to take you for a short stroll through the rainforest, where you will get a closer view of the tropical plants.
www.discover-stkitts-nevis-beaches.com /st-kitts-4X4-truck-safari.html   (674 words)

  
 Marriott St. Kitts Resort 800-621-1270 reservations
The 471 room Marriott St. Kitts Resort rests on a white, sandy beach which stretches for miles along the eastern shore of St. Kitts.
The resort has a full spa,, two outdoor pools, solarium, a 15,000 sq ft health club, a whirlpool and sauna, tennis courts and the 27,000 sq.
The 18 hole championship golf course at the Royal St. Kitts is one of the finest in the Caribbean.
www.caribbeans.com /2stkitts/3royal/3royal.htm   (519 words)

  
 St.Kitts / Basseterre - Points of Interest
Set before the dramatic backdrop of St. Kitts' lush green hills, Basseterre today retains much of the elegant Georgian character of Nelson's days.
In the middle of the Circus stands the bright green bronze of the Berkeley Memorial Clock, an ornate, cast iron tower with four clock faces and more than a little architectural decoration.
Built in 1790 for slave auctions and council meetings, this public square was officially named in 1983 to commemorate the independence of the island Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis from Great Britain.
www.geographia.com /stkitts-nevis/knpnt02.htm   (296 words)

  
 OAS Children's Page
The shield is supported on either side by pelicans with wings extended, displaying a sugar cane plant and the coconut palm tree, which are extensively cultivated throughout St. Kitts and Nevis.
The national flower of St. Kitts and Nevis is the Poinciana or flamboyant, named after Monsieur de Poincy, the first French Governor of St. Kitts, who is said to have introduced it to region.
The National bird of St. Kitts and Nevis is the brown pelican, whose scientific name is Pelecanus occidentalis.
www.oas.org /children/members/natSymbols/St_Kitts.html   (474 words)

  
 Alcoa Europe, European Mill Products (Kitts Green)
May 11, 2005 Kitts Green is focusing on helping visually impaired children by providing specially adapted computer equipment for them through Birmingham Focus on Blindness.
August 10, 2004 Employees of Alcoa Europe, European Mill Products in Kitts Green, Birmingham, UK have "adopted" the children''''s ward of Heartlands Hospital, the nearest hospital to the plant.
July 19, 2004 Employees of Alcoa Europe, European Mill Products in Kitts Green, Birmingham, UK are making a difference in their community in several ways.
www.alcoa.com /locations/alcoa_location/en/home.asp?code=190   (168 words)

  
 The Birmingham (Kitts Green and Shard End) Education Action Zone (Extension and Variation) Order 2001
This Order shall be cited as the Birmingham (Kitts Green and Shard End) Education Action Zone (Extension and Variation) Order 2001 and shall come into force on 1st January 2002.
"Birmingham (Kitts Green and Shard End) Education Action Zone" means the Education Action Zone established by the Birmingham (Kitts Green and Shard End) Education Action Zone Order 1998[2].
The Birmingham (Kitts Green and Shard End) Education Action Zone is extended for a further period of two years beginning with 1st January 2002.
www.opsi.gov.uk /SI/si2001/20013837.htm   (625 words)

  
 Saint Kitts and Nevis Travel Tips - Saint Kitts and Nevis Travel Guide - VirtualTourist.com
But the local folks I talked to in St. Kitts seem very optimistic about the island's future, referring to it as "life after sugar." Tourism, which has long been neglected here, is seen as one of the keys to the country's economic salvation, and great strides are being made in developing that industry.
Fortunately, St. Kitts is one of the most scenic islands in all of the Caribbean, and once visitors discover what the Kittians have to offer, it is bound to become a strong tourist magnet.
The result is a rain forest in the center of this small island, which is a key to the lush green landscape, as well as abundant plant and animal life.
www.virtualtourist.com /travel/Caribbean_and_Central_America/Saint_Kitts_and_Nevis/General_Tips-Saint_Kitts_and_Nevis-BR-1.html   (1291 words)

  
 Paradise By Marriott
Your personal discovery of St. Kitts begins as the plane circles the airport and you catch a first glimpse of the lush green sugarcane fields and clear blue of the Caribbean Sea and Atlantic Ocean.
Our friends, the elusive green Vervet monkeys, may also be curious to see how you are faring on your day’s hike through the mountains.
Upon returning to St. Kitts, your group’s final dinner is a grand affair under the stars of Brimstone Hill.
www.paradisebymarriott.com /agenda/stkitts.htm   (788 words)

  
 Discover St Kitts Nevis Beaches, The Ultimate for Family Beach Vacations
Then it suddenly dawned on me how much St Kitts Nevis beaches offer, that I can share with you from the unique perspective of one who has walked the shores, swam in the waters, picnicked and partied on the sandy coastline and at times just relaxed and enjoyed the calm and soothing surroundings.
As a native of St Kitts, I grew up in the south eastern section of Basseterre, the capital city, where the closest beach was a mere 120 meters away.
The navigation links I have laid out for you on the left will ensure that your journey to discover St Kitts Nevis beaches is packed with fantastic glimpses of the tranquil beaches, lush landscapes and rich history and culture.
www.discover-stkitts-nevis-beaches.com /index.html   (964 words)

  
 Renovation of Royal St. Kitts Golf Club complete after two-year renovation project
Located at the St. Kitts Marriott Resort and the Royal Beach Casino, the Royal St. Kitts Golf Club is a 6,900-yard, par 71 course that overlooks the Atlantic Ocean and Caribbean Sea.
The renovation of the Royal St. Kitts Golf Club on the West Indies island of St. Kitts is now complete with the re-opening of the front nine holes after a two-year renovation project.
The Royal St. Kitts Golf Club also will be home to the Faldo Institute by Marriott and will feature a short-game practice area, putting green and practice range.
www.pga.com /news/travel/international/royal_st_kitts030905.cfm   (350 words)

  
 Beach Vacations & Travel St. Kitts and Nevis | Caribbean Tourism Organisation
Nevis is the smaller of the twin islands state, St. Kitts and Nevis.
This 36 square miles of paradise is one of the few remaining unspoilt places, a true haven for nature lovers that has a world of flora and fauna just waiting to be explored.
Nevis is green and lush with rainforest and tropical flower gardens.
www.doitcaribbean.com /stkittsandnevis/index3.html.en-US   (439 words)

  
 St.Kitts - Local Reports (Caribbean Hurricane Network)
The weather is St. Kitts is at it's normal...beautiful!
Congratulations to St. Kitts and Nevis on their 20th year of Independence.
Well, we here in St. Kitts are prepared to feel tropical storm force winds/rain today...but so far, it's bright and sunny outside, and the ocean seems relatively quiet.
www.stormcarib.com /reports/2003/stkitts.shtml   (2771 words)

  
 St. Kitts Destination Weddings
Head to St. Kitts for your destination wedding, the luxurious Caribbean island reminiscent of the South Pacific, where stars come to escape from the world.
Kitts has so much to offer for your honeymoon.
In the center of St. Kitts is Mt. Liamuiga, a dormant volcano surrounded by dense rainforest.
www.theweddingexperience.com /wedding-destination-stkitts.html   (335 words)

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