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In the News (Tue 1 Dec 09)

  
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Population (1998 est.): 41,960 (St. Kitts 31,880; Nevis 10,080).
As head of state, Queen Elizabeth II is represented in St. Kitts and Nevis by a Governor-General, who acts on the advice of the prime minister and the cabinet.
Kitts and Nevis has a bicameral legislature: An 11-member senate appointed by the governor general (mainly on the advice of the prime minister and the leader of the opposition); and an 11-member popularly elected house of representatives which has eight St. Kitts seats and three Nevis seats.
www.stkitts.co.uk   (691 words)

  
 St. Kitts Tourism..St.Kitts Vacation / Holiday packages   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
Like no other island in the Caribbean, St. Kitts seems to embody a kind of lush tropical paradise usually associated with the South Pacific.
It is an intoxicating blend of sunlight, sea, air and fantastically abundant vegetation.
At the center of St. Kitts stands the spectacular, cloud-fringed peak of Mount
www.stkitts-tourism.com   (84 words)

  
 Diego Corrales vs. Felix St. Kitts (April 24, 2003)
Kitts took a knee twice in the 3rd, but Corrales drilled him with a sharp right hand to the top of the skull to score the third knockdown of the round and complete the trifecta.
St. Kitts was able to connect with a looping right hand over the top but the punch lacked snap and Corrales continued to wade through the smaller man's blows.
Trapping St. Kitts on the ropes with 1:43 remaining in the round, Corrales scored with a salvo of whistling lefts and rights as his opponent languished on the ropes.
www.boxingtimes.com /analyses/2003/030424corrales_stkitts.html   (689 words)

  
 Saint Kitts and Nevis (08/05)
Kitts and Nevis has enjoyed a long history of free and fair elections, although the outcome of elections in 1993 was strongly protested by the opposition and the Eastern Caribbean Regional Security System (RSS) was briefly deployed to restore order.
Kitts and Nevis was the last sugar monoculture in the Eastern Caribbean until the government decided to close the sugar industry following the 2005 harvest after decades of losses at the state-run sugar company.
Kitts and Nevis is strategically placed in the Leeward Islands, near maritime transport lanes of major importance to the United States.
www.state.gov /r/pa/ei/bgn/2341.htm   (2523 words)

  
 Brief History   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
Kitts and Nevis joined Antigua (with Barbuda and Redonda) and Montserrat as part of the Leeward Caribbee Islands Government under a British governor.
From 1816 until 1871, St Kitts, Nevis, Anguilla, and the islands of what are now the British Virgin Islands were administered as a single colony.
The arrangement worked out by the PAM and NRP, it claimed, was not a true federation, since St. Kitts was not granted the same powers of local government as Nevis, i.e., there was no separate Kittitian legislature, and was not allowed the same right of secession.
website.lineone.net /~stkittsnevis/nation.htm   (2792 words)

  
 Accenting St. Kitts & Nevis - Official Travel Guide
St. Kitts and Nevis are located in the northern part of the Leeward Islands in the eastern Caribbean, 19 degrees north of the equator, separated by a channel two miles wide.
Kitts is 23 miles long and 5 miles across at its widest, encompassing an area of 68 square miles.
Long ago, St. Kitts and Nevis were the pearls of the British Caribbean, rich and enormously important islands that were celebrated throughout Europe.
www.interknowledge.com /stkitts-nevis   (532 words)

  
 Travel St. Kitts: St. Kitts Hotels, Resorts, Reviews and Photos: Travel Caribbean
Positioned with her sister island Nevis, between Montserrat and St. Eustatius, St. Kitts' is an island of varied terrain from volcanic peaks covered with lush green vegetation (usually hidden by the huge mists that circle it), rolling sugar cane fields, to the arid, undeveloped southeast peninsula with sandy coves.
Christopher (the name shortened to St. Kitts later) is the first Caribbean Island to be colonized by both the English and French who shared the island from 1625 to 1713.
Kitts' most famous attraction however, is her crystal blue water, making it seem no accident that Columbus named the isle for the famous swimmer, St. Christopher.
stkitts.wheretostay.com   (955 words)

  
 St. Kitts & Nevis Travel Guide | Fodor's Online   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
Kitts, however, has yet to define its identity at a time when most islands have found their tourism niche.
Its natural attractions and activities certainly rival those of St. Kitts, from mountain biking and ecohiking to windsurfing and deep sea fishing, though lying in a hammock or dining on romantic candlelit patios remain cherished pursuits.
Kitts and Nevis may separate someday, but their battles are confined to ad campaigns and political debates.
www.fodors.com /miniguides/mgresults.cfm?destination=st_kitts_nevis@218   (350 words)

  
 Caribbean Information Office
Kitts is in the Eastern Caribbean, south of St. Martin, west of Antigua, and north of Nevis.
Activities in St. Kitts include golf, scuba diving and snorkeling in the clear waters, playing the machines and tables at the casino, exploring the beauty of the rain forests, or beachcombing along the miles of sandy beaches.
Special attractions in St. Kitts are Brimstone Hill, a thirty-eight acre stronghold established in the 1690's.
www.caribbeans.com /2stkitts/2stkitts.htm   (389 words)

  
 ST. KITTS ALL INCLUSIVE VACATION RESORTS
Kitts is recognized as one of the most naturally beautiful islands in the Caribbean.
The two islands of St. Kitts and Nevis were British possessions until 1983, when they became a tiny, independent two-island nation (a mini-state, really), complete with UN membership.
For decades St. Kitts and Nevis slumbered as backwaters of the Caribbean.
www.sunvacations.org /STKITTS.htm   (491 words)

  
 St. Kitts & Nevis Travel & Vacation Guide with Maps from Caribbean-On-Line
Kitts (officially named St. Christopher) and Nevis are in the northern part of the Leeward Islands in the Eastern Caribbean.
Kitts covers 68 square miles, while Nevis -- which is to the south east of St. Kitts -- is 36 square miles.
Although St. Kitts is known as a quiet and tranquil island, its capital -- Basseterre -- is in the midst of a revival.
www.caribbean-on-line.com /sk   (468 words)

  
 2003 St. Kitts Music Festival
Located in the northern part of the Leeward Islands, St. Kitts is an island of warm, balmy breezes and picturesque beaches, lush green rainforests, cascading waterfalls and brilliant natural and historical attractions, some of which have links back to the days of the American Revolution.
Kitts, with its gentle welcoming people, is an island of adventure offering a myriad activities from exploring and touring to refreshing water sports in one of the Caribbean s best dive locations.
St. Kitts is an everyday paradise with the Atlantic Ocean on one side and the blue and aqua Caribbean Sea on the other.
www.travellady.com /Issues/April03/2003%20StKittsMusicFestival.htm   (495 words)

  
 The University of the West Indies and Montserrat   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
St Kitts is 176 sq km and Nevis is 93 sq km separated by only 2 miles of water
St Kitts and Nevis were part of the short-lived West Indies Federation, 1958 - 1961.
UWI Connections: St Kitts and Nevis is a contributing, non-campus country with 137 students registered at the UWI.
www.uwi.edu /territories/st_kitts.htm   (194 words)

  
 St. Kitts and Nevis map and information page by World Atlas   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
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   (380 words)

  
 St. Kitts real estate and island guide
- St. Kitts real estate: information on apartments for rent, houses for rent and for sale, and real estate investment opportunities.
Kitts real estate: Information on apartments for rent and houses for rent or for sale.
Kitts ' Golfview Estates is a recently constructed development located right in the middle of a champion golf course in Frigate Bay, within walking distance from beaches on the Atlantic and Caribbean side, and few miles from Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine, airport, and town.
st-kitts.tripod.com   (352 words)

  
 St. Kitts flowers, florists, and flower delivery
Florists in St. Kitts can ensure your St. Kitts flowers will be delivered in time, and with St. Kitts flower delivery within two business days if your order of flowers is placed before 12:00 noon.
Your St. Kitts florist is a certified professional of either FTD, Teleflora, or Interflora to ensure you receive the highest quality flowers in St. Kitts.
Remember that St. Kitts florists are well versed in local flowers and customs, so your flower delivery in St. Kitts is certain to be appropriate for the occasion.
www.simonsaysroses.com /st-kitts-flowers.htm   (450 words)

  
 In The News - US Airways Opens Up Access To St. Kitts   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
Says Douglas Leo, US Airways Vice President, "St. Kitts is an upscale destination with a growing tourism industry, including new hotel developments, and our service will extend further the choice of Caribbean destinations offered by US Airways." Adds the Hon.
And development is definitely on the rise in St. Kitts.
Kitts is located southeast of Puerto Rico in the Eastern Caribbean.
www.emerginghorizons.com /topical/stKitts.html   (382 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 metres away.
Back then I had heard much about the secluded and pristine beaches located on the South East Peninsula in St Kitts, but at that time these beautiful St Kitts beaches were only accessible by boat or by hiking over the steep hills.
www.discover-stkitts-nevis-beaches.com   (924 words)

  
 St. Kitts and Nevis
St. Kitts, the larger of the two islands, is roughly oval in shape except for a long, narrow peninsula to the southeast.
The British settled on St. Kitts—formerly St. Christopher—in 1623, and on Nevis in 1628.
Women's Anti-Discrimination Committee takes up St. Kitts and Nevis; Praises national machinery established to protect women's rights; Experts say women must be more visible in public life; Domestic violence, teenage pregnancy among other issues addressed.
www.infoplease.com /ipa/A0107930.html   (612 words)

  
 St. Kitts : our island
The island of St. Kitts is located in the Eastern Caribbean.
From St. Kitts the islands of St. Maarten, Antigua, Saba, St. Bart's, and St. Eustatius can be seen on a clear day.
At the center of St. Kitts stands the spectacular, cloud-fringed peak of Mount Liamuiga, covered by dense tropical cloud forest filled with elusive green vervet monkeys and brilliant tropical flowers.
stkittsguide.tripod.com   (240 words)

  
 St. Kitts and Nevis - Atlapedia Online   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
LOCATION and GEOGRAPHY: St. Kitts-Nevis are two islands located in the northern part of the leeward group of islands in the Caribbean Sea.
The territory consists of the St. Kitts (Saint Christopher) and Nevis Islands.
St. Kitts has a forest covered mountain range across the central part of the island which reaches the island's highest point of Mt. Misery, an extinct volcano, while Nevis is a dominated by a central peak at 985 metres (3,117 feet).
www.atlapedia.com /online/countries/stkitts.htm   (796 words)

  
 skindex   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
Please feel free to browse our information which includes consular information, facts about Saint Kitts and Nevis and more.
Kitts and Nevis are like no other islands in the Caribbean.
Saint Kitts & Nevis to the UN 414 East 75th St., 5th Floor
www.stkittsnevis.org   (59 words)

  
 St Kitts And Nevis Country Guide - General Information - World Travel Guide Provided By Columbus Travel Publishing
GEOGRAPHY: St Kitts (officially known as St Christopher) lies in the northern part of the Leeward Islands in the eastern Caribbean.
Hurricane Hill on the north side commands a view of St Kitts and Barbuda.
Press: There are three newspapers published in English: The Democrat and The St Kitts and Nevis Observer (weekly); and The Labour Spokesman (twice weekly).
www.columbusguides.com /data/kna/kna.asp   (576 words)

  
 St. Kitts und Nevis
Die Föderation Saint Kitts und Nevis (früher: Saint Christoph und Nevis) ist Inselgruppe der Kleinen Antillen in der Karibik bei 17° 20' Nord und 62° 45' West gelegen.
261 6 km² (St. Kitts 186 4 km²; Nevis 2 km²)
Die Insel St. Kitts besteht aus Vulkangruppen die von tiefen Schluchten getrennt sind.
www.uni-protokolle.de /Lexikon/St._Kitts_und_Nevis.html   (218 words)

  
 St. Kitts Hotel Rooms ** Great Hotel Rooms in St. Kitts
The MARRIOTT ST. KITTS ROYAL BEACH Hotel offers contemporary lodging where guests are not only afforded the aesthetic pleasures of a modern hotel, but also the comfort and convenience of many hotel features, including Concierge, Fitness Center, Meeting Rooms, Parking, Lounge, Laundry Service, Child Care, Restaurants, and Room Service.
The OCCIDENTAL ALLEGRO ST. KITTS Hotel offers contemporary lodging in an atmosphere of modern sophistication, well matched with the refreshing comforts of hotel features such as Pool, Parking, and Restaurants.
The REX PAPILLON ST. KITTS Hotel offers contemporary lodging in an atmosphere of modern sophistication, well matched with the refreshing comforts of hotel features such as Concierge, Bar, Fitness Center, Laundry Service, and Restaurants.
st-kitts.great-hotel-rooms.com   (378 words)

  
 St. Kitts and Nevis and the IMF -- Page 1 of 2
St. Kitts and Nevis joined the IMF on August 15, 1984.
On behalf of: Antigua and Barbuda, The Bahamas, Belize, Barbados, Canada, Dominica, Grenada, Ireland, Jamaica, St. Kitts and Nevis, St. Lucia, St. Vincent and the Grenadines.
Representing the Constituency consisting of Antigua and Barbuda, The Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Canada, Dominica, Grenada, Ireland, Jamaica, St. Kitts and Nevis, St. Lucia, and St. Vincent and the Grenadines.
www.imf.org /external/country/KNA   (819 words)

  
 St. Kitts Announces Popular Acts for 2005 Music Festival
Allister Williams, Executive Director of the St. Kitts Music Festival, has announced that Grammy Award Winning R&B artists Boyz II Men and popular Hip-Hop artist Wyclef Jean will be two of the top acts performing at the St. Kitts Music Festival 2005.
"The St. Kitts Music Festival has grown into something of a phenomenon, drawing visitors from across the Caribbean as well as from North America and across the globe," said Hon.
For more information about St. Kitts, please contact the St. Kitts Tourism Authority toll free from the US at 1-800-582-6208 or from Canada 1-888-395-4887, e-mail info@stkitts-tourism.kn or visit the website at http://www.stkitts-tourism.com.
www.prnewswire.com /cgi-bin/stories.pl?ACCT=104&STORY=/www/story/03-09-2005/0003159307&EDATE=   (340 words)

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