Planning your Nevis vacation

A tender side hides behind this island’s regal veneer. Nevis, known as the grandiose “Queen of the Caribbees,” operates much like a humble hideout for peace-seeking tourists. Nevis hotels - coupled with the marvelous revival of old plantation houses - helps the small, volcanic island maintain sophistication. However, its real beauty lies within miles of rolling hills and glowing beaches. Beach nuts tend to find contentment sunbathing along the palm-strewed fringes of Nevis’ most popular beach, Pinney, which is just outside of Charlestown. You can do whatever your heart desires in Nevis, but many prefer to spend a week of relaxation at Charlestown’s luxurious Four Seasons Hotel; the site of an 18-hole golf course. Nevis, at 5.5 miles wide and 8 miles long, is a vacationer’s dreamland. If you wish, hop aboard a commuter boat for a trip to its cuddling, sister island - St. Kitts. It is just minutes away.

The beaches at Nevis are its main attraction, so beach safety is of utmost importance for vacation planners. Be sure to wear sunscreen with a high SPF, as the sun can be quite intense, even on cloudy days. Reapply after swimming, activity, or after several hours on the beach. While you want to return home with a great tan, a bad sunburn can put a damper on your vacation. Build your tan slowly during your stay. Many areas along the beaches are patrolled by lifeguards, and families with young children would be advised to frequent these.

Nevis is a very safe place to visit, but visitors should use common sense. Don’t leave valuables in your vehicle, or on the beach unattended. Numerous banks are located throughout the islands which offer currency exchange, and ATM’s are plentiful.