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September 9, 2010

Early Booking Bonus at Breezes Resorts for 2011

Filed under: Panama, Central America, Events, Bahamas, Curacao, Caribbean, Jamaica, Places to Travel — ABUTTCLUTTGIZ @ 9:06 pm

PLAN NOW, SAVE LATER: EARLY BOOKING BONUS AT BREEZES RESORTS

Book by October 31; Save Up to $880 Per Couple on 2011 Vacations

HOLLYWOOD, FL, September 09, 2010 – Responding to travelers’ continued interest in value-driven offers, Breezes Resorts launches the “Early Booking Bonus.”  Book by October 31, 2010 for travel between January 1 and December 23, 2011, and save up to $880 per couple on a seven-night getaway.  Available at seven Super-Inclusive Breezes properties in Jamaica, Panama, Curaçao and the Bahamas, rates start at $79 per person, per night, based on double-occupancy.

Breezes Grand Negril receives high praise from first-time and repeat guests, which garnered the all-suite property a coveted spot on Travel + Leisure’s “Top 25 Hotels in the Caribbean, Bermuda and the Bahamas” survey in 2008.  Welcoming guests of all ages, Breezes Trelawny meets high expectations with a rock-climbing wall and a circus workshop featuring flying trapeze lessons.  From Jamaica’s first golf school to a PADI 5-star Gold Palm dive center, Breezes Runaway Bay is an idyllic choice for adventures both above and beneath the pristine Caribbean waters.  The neighboring Breezes Rio Bueno has a distinct local feel with its quaint Jamaican village-style architecture. The resort is popular for its nine-hole executive golf course and its full-service à la carte Blue Mahoe Spa where the signature treatment is a relaxing seaside massage.

The “Early Booking Bonus” is also available beyond Jamaica.  Breezes Panama’s convenient location and budget-friendly rates leave time and money for off-property explorations at the only country in the world where the sun rises on the Pacific and sets on the Atlantic.  Breezes Curaçao, the island’s only Super-Inclusive resort, beckons world-class divers and water sports enthusiasts alike to explore its 1,500-foot white sand beach whose pristine waters burst with vibrant marine life.  Only a few minutes from the airport and just a short stroll from the vibrant town of Nassau, Breezes Bahamas is renowned for its priceless location on Cable Beach. 

To take advantage of the early booking bonus savings, guests must book their vacations by October 31, 2010 for travel between January 1 and December 23, 2011.  A minimum three-night stay is required; discounts vary by resort.  Blackout dates apply. 

For 30 years, Breezes Resorts’ “Super-Inclusive” concept has offered the best vacation value.  Make a single payment for accommodations; all meals and multiple dining options including Japanese, Italian and authentic regional cuisine; unlimited premium brand drinks; myriad land and water sports including equipment rental and instruction; entertainment; weddings; recreational activities; and hotel taxes. Tipping is not allowed.

To book your “Early Booking Bonus” or to learn more about Breezes Resorts, visit www.breezes.com, call 1 (877)-Breezes, or contact a local travel agent.

SuperClubs, the world’s only Super-Inclusive resort group, includes properties in two SuperClubs brand categories: Breezes Resorts Breezes Grand Resort & Spa Negril, Breezes Rio Bueno Resort & Spa, Breezes Runaway Bay Resort & Golf Club and Breezes Resort & Spa Trelawny in Jamaica; Breezes Bahamas; Breezes Curaçao Resort, Spa & Casino; Breezes Costa Do Sauipe and Breezes Buzios in Brazil; Breezes Panama; and Hedonism Resorts - Hedonism II in Negril and Hedonism III in Runaway Bay, both in Jamaica. 


Every SuperClubs holiday is Super-Inclusive - accommodations; all meals, SuperSnacks and premium brand cocktails; unlimited use of all sports facilities, including equipment rental and instruction; entertainment; weddings; recreational activities; and hotel taxes. Tipping is not allowed.  SuperClubs operates and independently markets affiliate Starfish and ROOMS resorts, and Jamaica’s Negril Beach Villa.  For more information or reservations, contact SuperClubs at (800) GO-SUPER (467-8737) or visit their website at www.superclubs.com.

September 2, 2010

Volcano Diving Packages in Montserrat. Sep 2010 News

Filed under: Events, Caribbean, Montserrat W.I., Places to Travel — ABUTTCLUTTGIZ @ 9:22 am
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Montserrat - A Caribbean Treasure - Spectacular by Nature

Visit Montserrat with an amazing Volcano Dive Package

Discover one of the best kept secrets in the Caribbean - diving the pristine waters off the coast of Montserrat. Scuba Montserrat is offering a special Volcano Dive Adventure Package which includes:

Montserrat - A Caribbean Treasure - Spectacular by Nature
  • 7-nights tucked away in the beautiful lush grounds of the Royal Palm Club or historic Olveston House, with a welcome volcano rum punch, daily continental breakfast & all taxes included.
  • 3-days of exciting 2-Tank boat diving with the fantastic laid back people at Scuba Montserrat, fresh water & refreshments included.
  • A two and a half hour boat trip to a modern-day Pompeii - Plymouth, the former capital city of Montserrat which is now buried in mudflows and ash.
  • A three hour self-guided snorkeling and kayaking trip to the secluded Rendezvous Bay made by the extinct Silver Hills Volcano.
  • Island Tour to the island’s main attractions including the Montserrat Volcano Observatory.
  • Airport pick up and drop-off.
  • Rates start at $1096. Tailor made packages can done on request for shorter or longer periods.

TO BOOK CALL (664) 496 7807 OR VISIT www.scubamontserrat.com

St.Kitts open for business following passage of hurricane Earl. Sep 2010 news

Filed under: Nevis, Events, Caribbean, Places to Travel, St.Kitts — ABUTTCLUTTGIZ @ 9:13 am

Contact: Cathy A. Preece / Candice A. Kimmel

Tuesday, August 31, 2010

ST. KITTS OPEN FOR BUSINESS
FOLLOWING PASSAGE OF HURRICANE EARL

** Island Sees Minimal Effect from Storm and is Welcoming Guests **

Basseterre, St. Kitts – The St. Kitts Tourism Authority is pleased to report that St. Kitts is welcoming guests as normal, having sustained only minimal damage during the passage of Hurricane Earl well to the north of the island on Monday morning, August 30.

As St. Kitts was not directly hit by the storm, vacationing on the island was only temporarily impacted while the storm itself was passing.  Visitors are now all reported to be safe and returning to normal vacation experience activities.  Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport and the island’s Port Zante cruise pier were reopened early Tuesday morning and are conducting business as usual.  Some power lines were down during the storm, but power has since been restored to all areas of the island.  The storm brought the usual downed trees and road side debris, all of which is being cleared.  Beaches remain in good condition.  There has been no significant damage to hotels and all remain open for business.  One of St. Kitts’ leading restaurants, Marshall’s, experienced both wind and water damage and is expected to be closed for repairs temporarily. The owner told the Tourism Authority that he will take the opportunity to make significant improvements to the venue for the winter season.  

“We are fortunate that Hurricane Earl passed us so far to the north, as this was potentially a very dangerous storm,” said Senator Ricky Skerritt, Minister of Tourism & International Transport.  “Following a thorough, island-wide assessment, I am pleased to report that all visitors are safe, the island’s tourism product remains well intact, and clean-up efforts are nearly complete in affected areas.  We are back to business as usual on island.”  

Located in the northern Leeward Islands of the Caribbean, St. Kitts offers a diverse tourism product developed from the destination’s natural beauty, cultural heritage and rich history.  The island’s stunning variety of tourism attractions include hiking through the tropical rainforest, riding the scenic railway that connects the island’s sugar plantations, visiting the Caribelle Batik factory, touring Brimstone Hill Fortress National Park, the only man-made UNESCO World Heritage Site in the Eastern Caribbean, and the more traditional vacation pastimes such as watersports, golf, shopping, tennis, gourmet dining, gaming at one of St. Kitts’ two casinos or simply relaxing on one of the island’s sandy beaches.  Guests can select from accommodations ranging from intimate plantation inns to larger hotels or resorts. 

For more information about St. Kitts, please contact the St. Kitts Tourism Authority toll free from the US at 1-800-582-6208 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting              1-800-582-6208      end_of_the_skype_highlighting or from Canada 1-888-395-4887 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting              1-888-395-4887      end_of_the_skype_highlighting, e-mail info@stkittstourism.kn, visit www.stkittstourism.kn, or connect on Facebook, Twitter and/or YouTube

August 30, 2010

GRENADA- a recipe for Romance… August 2010 news

Filed under: Grenadines, Events, Caribbean, Grenada, Places to Travel — ABUTTCLUTTGIZ @ 6:50 pm
Grenada

NEWS RELEASE

Media Contacts: Maureen Wright
Lindsay Tessis;
Phone: 800-387-1399/416-440-2500; Fax: 416-440-2504 

A Recipe for Romance – Sun, Sea and a Pinch of Spice in Grenada

Grenada

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

August 30, 2010. (Grenada, W.I.)–The idyllic tri-island nation of Grenada is a romantic wedding and honeymoon destination, a place to live out your dream day against a backdrop of swaying palm trees and turquoise blue waters.

A destination wedding on the tropical island of Grenada takes all the stress out of planning a wedding and allows couples to focus on enjoying their special time together. Many hotels, inns and resorts throughout the Island offer special wedding and honeymoon packages which they will customize to fit each couple’s needs.

No two weddings are ever alike, as they are all designed to reflect the individuals getting married. Wedding packages will often include: transportation to and from the Registrar’s Office, ceremony decorations, bridal bouquet and buttonhole for the groom, services of a professional photographer, wedding cake and celebratory champagne.

“We warmly welcome couples to Grenada and are so pleased when they choose to spend their special day with us,” said William Joseph, director of tourism for the Grenada Board of Tourism. “We do everything we can to ensure they have a magical beginning to their marriage.”

Couples are required to arrive at least three days before their wedding and most properties will help with the necessary legal arrangements, (the cost is included in many packages). For information on planning an Island wedding and the legal requirements, visit www.grenadagrenadines.com

Whether you are looking to say ‘I do’ on Grenada’s white sand beaches, in the lush rainforest, on a sailboat in the warm waters of the Caribbean, or at one of the many beautiful Island properties, the options are endless.

About Grenada Board of Tourism

The Grenada Board of Tourism objective is to market and promote Grenada as a preferred year round Caribbean tourist destination, while also providing technical and managerial support to the travel trade, industry partners and airlines. For more information on Grenada contact the Grenada Board of Tourism office in Toronto at 416-595-1339 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting              416-595-1339      end_of_the_skype_highlighting, email at tourism@grenadaconsulate.com or visit www.grenadagrenadines.com 

Interested in a romantic trip to Grenada? Click the link to view the following video - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7t8SeKdszGo&feature=youtu.be&a

How to Get to Grenada from Canada
Grenada can be reached via Air Canada Vacations that operates a seasonal direct flight from Toronto to Grenada (Sunday departure with easy connections from major Canadian gateways available at www.aircanadavacations.com) from December until April. AC operates year round daily flights from Toronto to Barbados (Saturday & Sunday departure from Montreal) with connections on LIAT to Grenada. Caribbean Airlines operate regularly scheduled flights from Toronto to Barbados and Trinidad with connections on LIAT to Grenada. GG Tours operates a seasonal summer charter services from July through to September with a weekly direct flight from Toronto to Grenada www.ggtours.ca, as well as Titan Tours www.titantours.com. West Jet operates a flight from Toronto to Barbados with connections on LIAT to Grenada year round.

Regional Grenada

St. Patrick – The Historical & Hospitality Parish; St. Andrew – The Green Parish; St. David – The Pure Spice Parish; St. Mark – The Natural Foods & Wellness Parish; St John – The Fish & Nightlife Parish; Carriacou & Petit Martinique – The Original Culture Parish.

Discover France. News August 2010

Bonjour,

Summer has been gorgeous throughout Canada and we hope you enjoyed it. Always looking for ideas and news to share with you, we suggest extending this vacation mood by planning now your escapade to the sunny regions of France.
In this e-news, we highlight Overseas France: the Reunion island, recently listed as a Unesco world heritage site, Martinique, famous for its dazzling nature as well as its rich culture, Guadeloupe, where exotic flavours appeal to gourmets and Tahiti’s beautiful underwaters, a wonder for divers and other water-sport fans alike.
September is grape harvest season, a key moment in all the wine-producing French regions. Many have contacted us to know how to participate, so here are a few châteaux where you can give a hand! Very soon, you will also be able to follow the winners of the Discover France by its wines contest, on franceguide.com.  François, Charlotte, Rico and Rose will share with you their impressions, tastings and encounters with the winegrowers.
Need some help for your next travel to France?  You can contact a French certified agent, our destination specialists!

Caroline Putnoki
Directorr for Canada

On the agenda
 
Reunion Island and the city of Albi recently became Unesco world heritage sites
The World Heritage Committee held their 34th session in Brasilia from July 25th to August 3rd. The two sites proposed by France were accepted by the committee. The pitons, cirques and remparts of Reunion Island, as well as the episcopal city of Albi are now part of the prestigious list. France now totals 35 World Heritage sites.
 
2010 grape picking: take part and visit the vineyards
Pick grapes or watch others as they work…

La France des gourmets
 
Authentic taste of Guadeloupe
Besides sunny beaches, lush vegetation, good rums and beguine, the islands of Guadeloupe will win you over with their multitude of flavours! A Caribbean feast showcases abundant and tasty vegetables and fruits, inimitable sugarcane, honey, not to forget some authentic cultures recently going through a boom…
 
Wine domains and oenological classes on the French Riviera
These wines, among the best vintage wines of Provence, are worth discovering, notably the wine of Bellet, a small vineyard with a great reputation, producing aromatic whites and rich red wines.
 
Corsican local products and specialties
Rich in heritage, Corsica is equally rich in living traditions, in which gastronomy plays a central role.

Our favorites
 
Martinique, island of flowers and…museums!
Martinique, it is more than 6000 years of history, to be discovered through all its heritage. You will be staggered by all the Martinique treasures.
 
Explore Tahiti’s Waters
The warm, crystalline waters of Tahiti and its surrounding islands have for years beckoned to those who love the life aquatic. French Polynesia’s many oceanic drop-offs and lagoons offer a spectacular array of coral gardens, rare and vividly colored sea creatures, and water temperatures that hover between 79Ëš and 84ËšF all year. There are more ways to experience these warm tropical waters than you may think…
 
Information about eco-tourism in Outre-mer: gîtes holiday cottages and guestrooms
The France of the three oceans offers superb “nature” destinations, thanks to its preserved landscapes, but also because of its beautiful addresses located very close to their environment.

Book now
 
Tips from the certified “Agent of the Month” of August 2010
Each month, ATOUT FRANCE, France Tourism Development Agency, features one of our France certified destination specialists to allow you to get to know them better. This month, Marjorie Chartier from Corail bleu Voyages tells you about French West indies and the languedoc-Roussillon region!
 
Agents specialised in France
To organise your trip, choose one of our certified agents. They have received a complete training on all the practical and cultural aspects of France.

ATOUT FRANCE for Canada
1800 av. McGill College, Montréal, QC, H3A 3J6 | 1 (866) 313-7262 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting              1 (866) 313-7262      end_of_the_skype_highlighting

August 25, 2010

St.Kitts to build a private air terminal. Aug 2010 news

Filed under: Nevis, Caribbean, Places to Travel, St.Kitts — ABUTTCLUTTGIZ @ 9:27 pm

ST. KITTS TO BUILD A PRIVATE AIR TERMINAL

**New Luxury Terminal at International Airport Will Support Upscale
Tourism**

Basseterre, St. Kitts (August 25, 2010) - On Thursday, August 19, 2010, St.
Kitts announced that a new private air terminal will be built at the
island’s Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport.  Construction of the new
terminal is scheduled to begin in February 2011, with FBO (fixed base
operations) service operations commencing at the end of 2012.

“This is a significant step forward in the transformation of St. Kitts’
tourism product,” said Senator Ricky Skerritt, Minister of Tourism &
International Transport.  “With competition for the global private jet
market so intense, this project is designed to facilitate the type of
arrival and departure experience that discerning travelers, including
entertainment celebrities, sports stars and international investors, expect.
This new private air terminal will enable St. Kitts to deliver the highest
quality of personalized service to passengers on private Jets, as well as
scheduled VIP arrivals, featuring our genuinely welcoming Kittitian
hospitality.” 

To be located towards the west of the main RLB Airport parking apron, the
new private terminal will consist of world class lounges, a business center,
and related offices and processing facilities, as well as an elegantly
landscaped courtyard and events centre.   The first phase of the development
will feature the main tropical-styled and environmentally friendly terminal,
with later phases to include a dedicated parking apron, and an extension of
the terminal.  The first phase investment will value approximately US$6
million, with the total cost of the final project estimated at US$ 15
million. 

The new private air terminal will be constructed and operated by Veling
<http://www.veling.aero/index.html>  Limited with full ownership to be
transferred to The St. Christopher Air and Sea Ports Authority (SCASPA
<http://www.scaspa.com/> ) at the end of the concession contract period.
Veling Limited is a global aviation solution provider based in Mauritius and
London, England.  The architect and interior decorator for the new terminal
is internationally acclaimed Bobby Mukherji & Associates, awarded recently
as one of India’s top ten design firms. 

Located in the northern Leeward Islands of the Caribbean, St. Kitts
<http://www.stkitstourism.kn/>  offers a diverse tourism product developed
from the destination’s natural beauty, cultural heritage and rich history.
The island’s stunning variety of tourism attractions include hiking through
the tropical rainforest, riding the scenic railway that connects the
island’s sugar plantations, visiting the Caribelle Batik factory, touring
Brimstone Hill Fortress National Park, the only man-made UNESCO World
Heritage Site in the Eastern Caribbean, and the more traditional vacation
pastimes such as watersports, golf, shopping, tennis, gourmet dining, gaming
at one of St. Kitts’ two casinos or simply relaxing on one of the island’s
sandy beaches.  Guests can select from accommodations ranging from intimate
plantation inns to larger hotels or resorts. 

For more information about St. Kitts, please contact the St. Kitts Tourism
Authority toll free from the US at 1-800-582-6208 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting              1-800-582-6208      end_of_the_skype_highlighting or from Canada
1-888-395-4887 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting              1-888-395-4887      end_of_the_skype_highlighting, e-mail info@stkittstourism.kn
<mailto:info@stkitts-tourism.kn&gt; , visit www.stkittstourism.kn
<http://www.stkittstourism.kn/> , or connect on Facebook
<http://www.facebook.com/pages/My-St-Kitts/46926297721> , Twitter
<http://twitter.com/stkittstourism>  and/or YouTube
<http://www.youtube.com/stkittstourism> . 

August 24, 2010

Dominica’s Waitukubuli National Trail to Preview at August 29 summer event 2010

Filed under: Events, Dominica, Caribbean, Places to Travel — ABUTTCLUTTGIZ @ 8:03 pm

Contact: Marie Rosa/Candice Adams Kimmel

Thursday, August 19, 2010

DOMINICA’S WAITUKUBULI NATIONAL TRAIL TO PREVIEW AT AUGUST 29 SUMMER ADVENTURE AND HIKE EVENT

** The First Hiking Trail to Encompass the Entire Island of Dominica to be Showcased **

Roseau, Dominica – Discover Dominica Authority and the Waitukubuli National Trail Project (WNTP) will announce the official opening for the first two segments of the Waitukubuli National Trail at their Summer Adventure and Hike Event, Sunday, August 29.

Once completed, the Waitukubuli National Trail (WNT) will be the first and only walking trail that traverses the entire Caribbean island. The trail will run from the south to the north, with a distance of 115 miles. It will be divided into 14 different segments with levels varying from easy family hikes to longer and more challenging hikes. Each trail will offer breathtaking views of Dominica’s unspoiled nature, pristine waterfalls and lush rainforests.

The event will highlight on-going work of the WNTP, feature a series of activities including hiking events for children and adults, the unveiling of the first billboard promoting the WNTP and will end with a closing ceremony by the WNTP Project Management Unit.  The closing ceremony will be concluded with entertainment from Fanatik Band and Club DVD Sounds.

“With the Waitukubuli National Trail being the first hiking trail to cover an entire Caribbean island, promoting the trail will become one of the key marketing tactics we utilize to attract hikers from around the world,” comments Colin Piper, CEO/Director of Tourism at Discover Dominica Authority. “The trail was created to showcase the natural beauty and lush rainforests of our island, with this event designed to give visitors a better understanding of the WNTP.”

Activities will begin at 10:00 am and all races will be held on Segments 4 and 5 of the WNT, covering the community of Sylvania and the Emerald Pool. Following the competitions, activities will be held within Sylvania.

Known as “the Nature Island” and located between the French islands of Guadeloupe and Martinique in the Eastern Caribbean, the independent nation of Dominica (pronounced “dom-in-eek-a”) is the largest and most mountainous of the Windward Islands, encompassing an area of nearly 290 square miles. Of volcanic origins with mountains reaching heights of nearly 5,000 feet, rainforests that are considered among the last true oceanic rainforests in the world, more than 365 rivers, waterfalls the second largest Boiling Lake in the world and pristine coral reefs, Dominica’s natural diversity is truly unique. Dominica is also home to the last remaining settlement of Indigenous People of the Caribbean – The Carib Indians. A place where man and nature live in harmony, adventurers and nature lovers alike will revel in the Island’s eco-tourism options which include scuba diving, snorkeling, mountain biking, kayaking, horseback riding, nature tours, hiking/trekking, whale, dolphin and bird watching, sailing and fishing.

Dominica continues to be recognized for its attributes and responsible tourism efforts, including being the first country in the world to receive Benchmarking designation from the prestigious eco-tourism organization Green Globe 21. National Geographic’s Center for Sustainable Destination ranked the island as the top sustainable island in the Caribbean and among the top ten in the world. Dominica was recognized by Islands Magazine and was included in its 2007 Blue List for being a leader in responsible tourism and ensuring an environmentally and culturally sound island for future generations. Travel + Leisure also announced Dominica as one of the most compelling destinations to visit in their 100 Greatest Trips 2008 edition. Most recently, Dominica was recognized as the 2nd most “pure island” in the world in the April/May 2010 issue of Islands Magazine.

For more information on Dominica, contact Discover Dominica Authority at 866-522-4057 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting              866-522-4057      end_of_the_skype_highlighting. Or, visit Dominica’s official website: www.discoverdominica.com or follow Dominica on Twitter, YouTube and Facebook.

St.Kitts’ hidden secrets. Summer News 2010

Filed under: Events, Nevis, Caribbean, Montserrat W.I., Places to Travel, St.Kitts — ABUTTCLUTTGIZ @ 7:59 pm

Contact: Cathy A. Preece / Candice A. Kimmel

Wednesday, August 18, 2010

ST. KITTS’ HIDDEN SECRETS

** Insider’s Top Ten List **

Basseterre, St. Kitts – While many secrets are best kept secret, others are just too good not to be told.  These priceless St. Kitts treasures have long remained “under the radar,” yet they’re sure to make a lasting impression on visitors.  Travelers seeking an authentic Kittitian experience that few people know about will not want to miss these!

1. Crater Lake on Mt. Liamuiga:  Standing tall at 3,792 feet, Mt. Liamuiga is the highest peak on St. Kitts.  The name Liamuiga is derived from the Kalinago name for the entire island of St. Kitts, which means, “fertile land.”  Adventurers seeking a challenging hike through the lush, verdant rainforest will be pleasantly surprised at the wonders existing far up the slopes.  Upon reaching the summit caldera, which is approximately a mile across and a full 1,000 feet deep, there is a magnificent crater lake and steam vents emitting hot steam from deep within the mountain’s interior.  On a clear day, the panoramic views are breathtaking, including the entire island, the pristine Caribbean Sea and surrounding islands of Saba, St. Eustatius, Anguilla, St. Barts and St. Maarten. 
 
2. Ancient Shipwrecks:  In addition to numerous reefs, shoals and abundant marine life, the virgin waters surrounding St. Kitts have yet another wonder. A recently conducted Maritime Archaeological project revealed several hundred pristine wrecks of galleons, frigates and freighters dating back to the 17th century that were sunk in various naval battles and skirmishes.  One recently discovered and excavated dive site is located at White House Bay, where the wreck of a 1740s English troopship rests.

3. The Tomb of Sir Thomas Warner:  The final resting place of the first governor of the West Indies is located in Middle Island, St. Kitts. Sir Thomas Warner made his inaugural visit to the island in 1623 and has become widely regarded as the principal figure in the colonial history of St. Kitts. Buried in the very same graveyard is Samuel Jefferson, great-great-great-grandfather of the third President of the United States of America, Thomas Jefferson.

4. Wingfield Estate: With excavations still ongoing, Wingfield Estate continues to reveal new structures and secrets.  Formerly home to Thomas Jefferson’s great-great grandfather, this site is a new “must see” on St. Kitts.  The sugar estate ruins house one of the Caribbean’s last surviving aqueducts as well as many original structures, equipment, tall chimney, boiling pots and plenty of other interesting historical elements that guests can view, tour and be awed by.  A short walk will take you to Romney Manor, the property’s great house, which is presided over by a majestic 350-year-old Saman tree whose branches cover a full ½ acre of the manicured 10-acre grounds.
 
5. The Old Treasury Building:  Erected in 1894, this monument was known as the Gateway to Basseterre to those who arrived by sea. In 2002, the building was transformed into a National Museum that exhibits cultural and historical artifacts that played a role in the development of St. Kitts.  One of the largest public buildings in the city of Basseterre, this is the perfect place to get to know the rich historical background that shaped Kittitian culture and traditions.

6. The Strip at Frigate Bay:  Hidden in plain sight is this exquisite strip of beach on the Caribbean side of St. Kitts.  While it has become well known as a night life hot spot, it’s also a wonderful place during the day to try a variety of watersports from jet skiing to snorkeling to fishing charters or simply relaxing in the soft sand and soaking up the warm sunshine.
 
7. The Georgian House:  Located south of Independence Square, the grandiose structure remains one of the most eye-catching examples of 18th century architecture on St. Kitts. It is thought to have once served as a holding place for slaves purchased from the auctions prior to their transfer to the plantations.  Rumor has it that the basement of the building is haunted, as people have reported hearing the sharp sound of shackles moving across the floor.

8. Carib Brewery St. Kitts Ltd:  Producing annually over 750,000 cases of the island’s beers, malts, stouts and soft drinks, the Carib Brewery is one of the leading beverage makers on island and in the Caribbean region.  Travelers can see the beverage-making magic unfold by making an appointment to witness the process. This excursion is both fun and educational for the entire family and visitors can also sample a complimentary beverage.

9. Diverse Dining Options:  What foodies don’t know but will love to discover, St. Kitts has a range of cuisines available on island at venues ranging from casual to elegant.  Nosh on sushi at a modern gourmet beachside establishment or try some authentic Kittitian-style cooking at one of the island’s roadside grills (all food handlers have health department administered certificates) serving some of the Caribbean’s best barbecued chicken and fish.  From Italian to French or Asian-Fusion and Continental to Caribbean, it’s all available to please the palate of those who know the inside scoop. 

10.  The Market:   For an exclusive glimpse everyday life on St. Kitts, stop at the local market in downtown Basseterre. The sights and sounds of this bustling place present an exciting and genuine experience, as local produce harvested from the island’s fertile soil is both bought and sold.  Opposite the market on Bay Road is the ever vibrant Ferry Terminal, with a variety of booths selling delectable Kittitian fare.

Located in the northern Leeward Islands of the Caribbean, St. Kitts offers a diverse tourism product developed from the destination’s natural beauty, cultural heritage and rich history.  The island’s stunning variety of tourism attractions include hiking through the tropical rainforest, riding the scenic railway that connects the island’s sugar plantations, visiting the Caribelle Batik factory, touring Brimstone Hill Fortress National Park, the only man-made UNESCO World Heritage Site in the Eastern Caribbean, and the more traditional vacation pastimes such as watersports, golf, shopping, tennis, gourmet dining, gaming at one of St. Kitts’ two casinos or simply relaxing on one of the island’s sandy beaches.  Guests can select from accommodations ranging from intimate plantation inns to larger hotels or resorts. 

For more information about St. Kitts, please contact the St. Kitts Tourism Authority toll free from the US at 1-800-582-6208 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting              1-800-582-6208      end_of_the_skype_highlighting or from Canada 1-888-395-4887 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting              1-888-395-4887      end_of_the_skype_highlighting, e-mail info@stkittstourism.kn, visit www.stkittstourism.kn, or connect on Facebook, Twitter and/or YouTube

New book from Montserrat

Filed under: Events, Caribbean, Books, Montserrat W.I., Places to Travel — ABUTTCLUTTGIZ @ 7:55 pm

A Childhood of Summers on Montserrat Island
Transport yourself to the “Emerald Isle of the Caribbean” in the breezy,
heartwarming pages of Maamie and Parpi Daley of Montserrat: Meet the Daleys
the new book by Dorine S. O’Garro

See link below
 
http://www.prweb.com/releases/2010/08/prweb4385884.htm
 
Ishwar Persad
Marketing Manager
Montserrat Tourist Board
P.O. Box 7, Brades
Montserrat, West Indies
Ph: (664) 491 2230/8730
Fax: (664) 491 7430
 <http://www.visitmontserrat.com/> www.visitmontserrat.com
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Half Marathon in Montserrat. West Indies

Filed under: Events, Caribbean, Montserrat W.I., Places to Travel — ABUTTCLUTTGIZ @ 7:53 pm

The  Montserrat Volcano Half Marathon was featured on Jaunted.com  (see link
below), which is the pop culture travel guide for globetrotters, business
road dogs, and arm chair travelers who are too harried to sit down with a
traditional travel guide, or wait for a monthly travel magazine.  It
partners with Concierge.com, (the online version of  Conde Nast Traveler).

 
<http://www.jaunted.com/story/2010/8/12/235931/227/travel/Run+Around+a+Volca
no+in+the+Montserrat+Half-Marathon>
http://www.jaunted.com/story/2010/8/12/235931/227/travel/Run+Around+a+Volcan
o+in+the+Montserrat+Half-Marathon   

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