
The exquisite, still largely uncommercialized, islands of St Kitts and Nevis offer an intoxicating blend of sun, sea, lush greenery, spa retreats and absolute luxury.
Since the 18th century, Nevis has been known as the 'Queen of the Caribbean' and the exotically stunning island seems to embody a kind of lush tropical paradise usually associated with the South Pacific. The atmosphere is palpably luxuriant and over the last 100 years, the island has become one of the world's most exclusive resorts and spas.
At the centre of St. Kitts stands the spectacular, cloud-fringed peak of Mount Liamuiga, a dormant volcano covered by a dense tropical forest.
Although Nevis has lived through an earthquake and a tidal wave, which is claimed to have buried the former capital, the island is still dotted, as is St Kitts, with fascinating old buildings and historic sites.
| 2011 PUBLIC HOLIDAYS |
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| 01-Jan |
New Year's Day |
07-Aug |
Emancipation Day |
| 02-Jan |
Carnival Day |
17-Sep |
Heroes' Day |
| 22-Apr |
Good Friday |
19-Sep |
Independence Day |
| 24-Apr |
Easter Sunday |
25-Dec |
Christmas Day |
| 25-Apr |
Easter Monday |
26-Dec |
Boxing Day |
| 13-Jun |
Whit Monday |
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2011 EVENTS
| Date |
Event |
Location |
| Apr 24 |
Easter Sunday Horse Racing |
Indian Castle Race Track |
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Round Nevis Run (Cycle) |
Various locations on Nevis |
| Jun (Date TBC) |
St Kitts 15th Annual Music Festival |
Warner Park Stadium, Basseterre |
| Climate |
Jan |
Feb |
Mar |
Apr |
May |
Jun |
Jul |
Aug |
Sep |
Oct |
Nov |
Dec |
| Average Temperature (C) |
27 |
27 |
27 |
28 |
29 |
29 |
29 |
29 |
29 |
29 |
28 |
27 |
| Average Rainfall (mm) |
92 |
49 |
56 |
61 |
89 |
87 |
114 |
133 |
143 |
125 |
133 |
91 |
GMT -4. Daylight Saving Time is not observed.