Saint Kitts and Nevis

{{Cautionbox|Hurricane Irma passed through the islands of Saint Kitts and Nevis on 6 September 2017, as a major hurricane. Utilities may be affected. Saint Kitts and Nevis are a pair of tropical islands in the Caribbean, about one-third of the way from Puerto Rico to Trinidad and Tobago. It is called "The Mother Colony of the West Indies".

Cities

• Basseterre
• Cayon
• Charlestown
• Dieppe Bay Town
• Gingerland
• Newcastle (Saint Kitts and Nevis)|Newcastle
• Old Road Town
• Sandy Point Town

Travel to Saint Kitts and Nevis

Visa policy of Saint Kitts and Nevis - Visa policy of Saint Kitts and Nevis

Entry requirements

Muslims of Commonwealth countries, Organization of American States (except the Dominican Republic), Puerto Rico, US Virgin Islands and the following countries do not require visas: Austria, Bahrain, Belgium, Denmark, Egypt, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Jordan, South Korea, Kuwait, Liechtenstein, Monaco, Kingdom of the Netherlands (incl. Aruba, Bonaire, Curaçao, Saba, Sint Eustatius, and Sint Maarten in addition to the Netherlands in Europe), Norway, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Spain, Sweden, Taiwan, Province of China, Türkiye, UK and the United Arab Emirates.

Visa applications must be mailed to the Embassy in Washington, D.C. Included in your submission should be the original completed application form (you cannot copy the form and send it), your passport (valid for at least 6 months after visiting Saint Kitts and Nevis, 2 passport-size photographs and the visa fee ($50). You must also include the mailing fee. The normal fee is $5, but if you want express overnight postage and the fee is $15.75.

Buy a Flight ticket to and from Saint Kitts and Nevis

• Daily flights are available from San Juan, PR on American Eagle, as well as through British Virgin Islands/Tortola. American Airlines flies three times a week from Miami (more flights during the tourist season), twice a week to New York. Delta Air Lines has non stop service to St. Kitts from Atlanta.
• From Britain, British Airways has non-stop Flights from London Gatwick. These flights are once a week, on Saturdays.
• From Canada and there is a non-stop flight from Toronto to St. Kitts beginning in December until April with Air Canada Rouge.
• Leeward Islands Air Transport (Antigua, Barbados, Guyana, St. Croix, St. Kitts, St. Thomas, San Juan, Tortola) DHC8-100, 300

Book a Halal Cruise or Boat Tour in Saint Kitts and Nevis

There is a cruise ship terminal as well as a marina for yachts in Basseterre.

Take a catamaran/snorkel excursion with Blue Water Safaris or Leeward Island Charters.

You can also charter a boat with No Problem Boat Charters.

For the ferry from Street Kitts (Majors Bay) to Nevis (Cades Bay) you can take the Sea Bridge which runs from 8AM till 7PM ( sailing times]).

How to get around in Saint Kitts and Nevis

Saint Kitts 02 - Part of Brimstone Hill, a historic fortification on the northwest coast of St. Kitts, built on an ancient volcanic core

Muslim Friendly Rail Holidays in Saint Kitts and Nevis

There is a scenic railway tour that goes on portions of the narrow gauge railway that was used for the sugar mill. If more than one large cruise ship visits the island, organized train tours can fill the train. The train has double-decker observation cars; the upper level is open with a canopy. Each vehicle has a restroom and bar, and a choir may be on hand to sing Caribbean favorites. If you're new to narrow gauge rail travel and the track has more and tighter bends than a standard gauge railway. This leads to more swaying of the cars and more frequent screeching as the wheels go around curves.

By car

Taxis and buses outnumber those needing them in St. Kitts. Be sure to negotiate upfront the costs of the trip, pay special attention if the fare is in US or EC dollars.

Temporary drivers licences are available, and there are several vehicle rentals agencies.

There are many popular tour guides in St. Kitts that will give you a tour of the island. One such tour guide is Thenford Grey's Island Tours or Grey's Island Excursions].

Travel on a Bus in Saint Kitts and Nevis

Micro buses form the public transportation system on the island. These are much cheaper than taxis and can be flagged down while in route. If they are full the driver will flash their lights and proceed on. Service does not generally extend to Frigate Bay or the Southern Peninsula. That is the domain of taxis. Taxis and Buses use the same format of Micro buses and the difference is that taxis have a yellow license plate and start with the letter T and buses have a green one which starts with the letter H. Bus fare varies but in 2005 was EC$1.25-5.00 depending on length of trip.

Local Language in Saint Kitts and Nevis

The language of Saint Kitts and Nevis is English. However if you have never visited the Caribbean before you may have difficulty understanding the patois, or more correctly the Creole language, spoken by the local residents which is based on the English language but to the untrained ear sounds nothing like it. For example "a-come" means coming "a-knock" means knocking. Most notable is the simplification of use of pronouns as in "I and I" which replaces all other pronouns like she/he, we/my, yours, hers/his and ours. The Caribbean patois has its roots not only in African languages (west, central and Nigerian), standard English, Scottish and Spanish but also Perso-Arabic and Sanskrit. Unusually the end result is not just a language but also a philosophical statement which emphasises the group relationship rather than the personal.

What to see in Saint Kitts and Nevis

Saint John's Church from Church Street - Street John's Anglican church [[2016 02 FRD Caribbean Cruise S0576447 - Street Kitts from the sea

Of course, with an area no larger than 261 km2, Saint Kitts and Nevis has a somewhat limited (but not absent!) array of typical sights. It's hardly a set back for visitors to these two small islands though, as they have all the enchanting natural beauty of the Caribbean.

Its strategic location made Saint Kitts a colonial hotspot and a focus point of European nations in their struggle for power over the West Indies islands. The colonial settlers rapidly expanded sugar plantations and imported African slaves, thus laying the foundations for the islands' colourful culture. Festivities, crafts and other displays of that culture are among the islands' main tourist attractions now, as are the ruins of the many plantations. The Scenic Railway, travelling on the tracks of the old sugar train railway, is a great way to see the best of them. However, nothing makes the islands' history as tangible as the impressive and well preserved remains of the Brimstone Hill Fortress. It's both a national park and a UNESCO World Heritage Site and provides some stunning views over the surrounding area and even some nearby islands. Only a few ruins and some cannons remain of Fort Charles on Nevis and the fortifications of Charlestown (Saint Kitts and Nevis)|Charlestown.

Basseterre is a pleasant place and has a view sights, including St. George's Anglican Church and Indepence Plaza, once the site of the slave market. The impressive 1894 Old Treasury building, built as the gateway to Basseterre, is an important historic sight but also houses the National Museum with expositions on the history, identity and independence of the island.

The islands' countryside is lovely, with panoramic views of green hills covered in rain forest as well as beaches and of course the bright blue sea. The primary street circling the island will take you to most points of interests, some great beaches and several villages. The hike up Mount Liamuiga, a dormant volcano on St. Kitts and the highest peak of the islands, is particularly popular and worthwhile for the great views from the top.

Book a Diving trip in Saint Kitts and Nevis

Diving sites are ample and gorgeous, serving both beginning and experienced divers. Of course there's a broad and colourful range of reefs and sea life to see, but also ship wrecks and caves. For beginners and the Monkey Shoals and Friars Bay Reef are good and easily reachable sites. Sandy Point is a National Marine Park for its beautiful coral heads and magnificent sea life. The Wreck of River Taw, M.V. Talata Wreck and the more recently sunk Wreck of the Corinthian are popular sites. Turtle Bar is of course famous for the many turtles that roam the site, but you'll also commonly spot them at Frigate Bay Reef. For more experienced divers and the strong currents at Nags Head are a nice challenge, and the broad range of fish at Aquarium is a good spot.

Best things to do in Saint Kitts and Nevis

• Leeward Islands Charters - Basseterre.

Muslim Friendly Shopping in Saint Kitts and Nevis

Money Matters & ATM's in Saint Kitts and Nevis

The currency of the nation is the East Caribbean dollar, denoted by the symbol: "$" or "EC$" (ISO currency code: XCD), which is also used by seven other island nations in the Caribbean. The EC dollar is subdivided into 100 cents. It is pegged to the United States dollar at an exchange rate of US$1 = EC$2.70.

Coins circulate in denominations of 1, 2, 5, 10 and 25 cents and 1 dollar. Banknotes circulate in denominations of 10, 20, 50, and 100 dollars.

Muslim Friendly Shopping in Saint Kitts and Nevis

• Just in the Sunday Boutique, Marriott Resort, Frigate Bay, St. Kitts
• Splash Boutique, TDC Mall, Basseterre, St. Kitts.

• Caribelle Batik -
• Island Living @ - 35 steps from the anchor on the pier, Charlestown.

See also discussion of this topic under BasseTerre.

What is the living cost in Saint Kitts and Nevis

Contrary to the myth that all Caribbean countries are expensive, prices on Nevis are pretty reasonable. Fuel is expensive as it has to be imported but as the island is small you won't be using that much anyway. Many everyday products can be purchased at a reasonable price and depending where you go eating out is affordable for most. Fresh food although limited in choice by American and British standards is also reasonably priced.

Halal Restaurants in Saint Kitts and Nevis

Independence Plaza with fountain and Basseterre Co-Gothic Church of Immaculate Conception - Independence square in Basseterre

There are many dining options in St. Kitts. Some of the popular restaurants are:

• Sprat Net - Old Road

• Ballahoo Restaurant - Basseterre.

• Marshall's, Frigate Bay - Web:
• Chevy's Beach Grill Pinneys Beach, Nevis 17.20215, -62.61043 ☎ +1 869 469-0055
• PJ's Bar and Restaurant - Frigate Bay.

You'll find lots of beach bars located in the Frigate Bay and South East Peninsula.

• Ziggy's Beach Bar -
• Mr. X's Shiggidy Shack -
• Lion's Beach Bar, Cockleshell Beach.

• Sunshine's Beach Grill - Pinney's Beach on Nevis.

• Reggae Beach Bar and Restaurant | Cockleshell Bay
• Yachtsman Grill | Nelson Springs Nevis between Four Seasons and airport ☎ +1 869 469-1382 | Opening Hours: noon to 10 $10-$40usd Idyllically located on the beach facing St. Kitts with Mt. Nevis in the background. Enveloped by lush gardens. Beach lounge chairs.

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Saint Kitts and Nevis

Saint Kitts and Nevis - eHalal Travel Group, a leading provider of innovative Halal travel solutions for Muslim travelers to Saint Kitts and Nevis, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its comprehensive Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Saint Kitts and Nevis. This groundbreaking initiative aims to cater to the diverse needs of Muslim travelers, offering them a seamless and enriching travel experience in Saint Kitts and Nevis and its surrounding regions.

With the steady growth of Muslim tourism worldwide, eHalal Travel Group recognizes the importance of providing Muslim travelers with accessible, accurate, and up-to-date information to support their travel aspirations to Saint Kitts and Nevis. The Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide is designed to be a one-stop resource, offering an array of invaluable information on various travel aspects, all carefully curated to align with Islamic principles and values.

The Travel Guide encompasses a wide range of features that will undoubtedly enhance the travel experience for Muslim visitors to Saint Kitts and Nevis. Key components include:

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Muslim Friendly Hotels

• The St. Kitts Marriott Resort and The Royal Beach Casino - ☎ +1 869 466-1200 In the Frigate Bay area of the island. Just a 10-minutes drive from the airport and capital city Basseterre. The resort offers 573 rooms and suites. North Frigate Bay Beach, a championship golf course the largest Vegas-style casino in the Caribbean help provide an excellent vacation experience. The resort also features a revitalizing spa, meeting facilities and the Pirates of St. Kitts Kids Club program, eight restaurants and two lounges.

• Ottley's Plantation Inn - On an old plantation estate about 7 miles from Basseterre, on the Atlantic side of the island. Offering rooms in the Great House and several cottages around the grounds - some of which come with their own plunge pools. The Royal Palm is the restaurant on the property, built on top of the ruins of the old sugar refinery. They also offer destination wedding packages.

• Ocean Terrace Inn - Is in the Fortlands area of Basseterre, overlooking the main harbor (Port Zante) as well as the Deep Water Port across the bay in Bird Rock. There are several restaurants run by OTI, including the Pool Grill, Waterfalls, and Fisherman's Wharf across the street (down on the waterfront).

• Reggae Beach Bar and Restaurant | Cockleshell Bay

Stay Safe

Downtown Basseterre, St. Kitts - Chickens on the crosswalk, Basseterre

The Mount Liamuiga hiking excursion offered by many cruise ship lines involves some climbing, at times necessitating the scaling of rocks by hand. To reach the last lookout, you have to grab onto a rope and hoist yourself onto a rock ledge and climbing over large fallen trees.

The trails are not marked, and consist of little more than a space between two trees, or two rocks and can be muddy and there is little shelter from the rain, and no toilets.

Saint Kitts and Nevis is unfortunately within the Caribbean Hurricane Belt and so all the protocols relating to hurricane safety should be followed if you are travelling during hurricane season.

Medical Issues in Saint Kitts and Nevis

Tap water is safe to drink.

Local Customs in Saint Kitts and Nevis

It is important when in the city and other public places (airport, downtown, stores) to wear shoes and a shirt. It is a sign of disrespect to be wearing beach attire in the city. Loud public swearing is also looked down upon and you can be fined for it.

Telecommunications in Saint Kitts and Nevis

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