Sweet Side of Summer in St. Kitts

Once known as the gateway to the Caribbean, St. Kitts beguiles all five of the senses. From the sweet perfume of wildflowers to the aroma of a smoky, sizzling barbecue on the beach, the scents of the island will envelop you. You’ll taste it in the carefully prepared fresh-caught fish, abundant tropical fruits, and every delicious dish of Caribbean cuisine set before you. You’ll hear it in the pulsating sound of steelpan drums or local soca and reggae music that defines our native sound.

Warm, Welcoming People

Visiting St. Kitts is not just about tantalizing the senses; it’s about awakening your sense of wander as St. Kitts seduces you, seeping into your soul with every moment that passes. You see it in the beautiful faces of school children, waving back at every admiring passerby. You feel it in the warm and welcoming smiles that greet you wherever you go. The most enchanting quality about St. Kitts is undeniably her people.

Steeped in Culture & History

St. Kitts holds endless stories that will keep you entranced while you visit the many cultural and historical sites across the island. Brimstone Hill Fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage site. It is one of the earliest and finest surviving examples of a new style of fortification known as the polygonal system. Its elevated vantage point offers panoramic vistas of forested mountains, cultivated fields, the historical township of Sandy Point, and neighboring Dutch, English and French islands across the Caribbean Sea.

Take a ride on the Scenic Railway that takes passengers on a 3-hour tour that makes a 30-mile circle around the beautiful Eastern Caribbean island of St. Kitts, with 18 miles by narrow gauge train and 12 miles on sightseeing buses. Built between 1912 and 1926 to transport sugar cane from the island’s sugar plantations to the sugar factory in the capital city of Basseterre, today the “Last Railway in the West Indies” provides visitors an unsurpassed opportunity to experience the scenery and culture of this unspoiled country.

World-famous Caribelle Batik at Romney Manor is among the best-in-the-world in wearable art. Caribelle Batik has acquired an international reputation for fine batik products made of quality fabrics, including the exclusive Sea Island cotton. It has established itself as one of the island's leading destinations with travelers learning how to create their own batik.

Culinary Secrets

In St. Kitts, our rich culinary culture fuses Caribbean island ingenuity with Old World traditions. Passionate chefs create cuisine that shines with fresh-off-the-boat seafood and island-grown produce while restaurateurs dream up evermore magical settings to enjoy it all. Whether you're tucked within the historic stone walls of an old sugar plantation, sitting at a windswept picnic table on the sand, or dining at the signature restaurant of one of our 5-star hotels, you'll revel in a uniquely Kittitian experience – a love of good food enjoyed with great friends. There are also plenty of opportunities to experience the rum of St. Kitts – from Spice Mill’s very own Hibiscus Spirits to the Old Road Rum tasting room at the historic Wingfield Estate. Visitors will find endless opportunities to taste the flavors of St. Kitts.

Romance

Say “I do” beneath a sunny blue sky, to the rhythmic sound of the crashing surf, in the tropical paradise of St. Kitts. Whether you choose one of our colonial churches, white sandy beaches or charming historic ruins for your special day, you won’t find a more romantic venue. Follow your heart to St. Kitts to discover unique wedding venues, thrilling island adventures, fresh island cuisine and enchanting stays from boutique to luxury oceanfront resorts. In addition to destination weddings, the island is a picture-perfect oasis for romantic getaways and blissful honeymoons.

Hotels to Call Home

Our unique collection of St. Kitts resorts, hotels and retreats ranges from luxe oceanfront resorts and beach bungalows to a tropical organic farm and a centuries-old sugar plantation. There are so many options, you’ll be dreaming of the next time you get to return to this captivating destination.

Park Hyatt St. Kitts, which faces Banana Bay with three on-site restaurants, a full-service spa and two exquisite pools, one of which is adults-only. St. Kitts Marriott Resort, named as one of Travel + Leisure's World's Best Caribbean Resorts. The Four Seasons Resort Nevis will keep you busy with poolside yoga, movie nights and cooking classes, along with dining options at four on-site restaurants. At Montpelier Plantation & Beach, you can be as active or as relaxed as you’d like, with a private beach, 60 acres of tropical gardens, a beautiful spa, three on-site restaurants and cooking classes. New hotels opened this year include Koi Resort, Curio Collection by Hilton and Sunset Reef St. Kitts. Koi provides guests with a beautiful relaxing ocean view and delicious culinary opportunities, while Sunset Reef provides a unique boutique hotel experience for travelers.

Off-Resort Fun & Adventure

Of all the Caribbean islands, St. Kitts’ warm turquoise waters are the most ideal for a day of sailing aboard a luxurious catamaran and snorkeling or diving the many natural reefs. Outdoor adventure enthusiasts will delight in a wide array of water sports offered from fly-boarding and kite surfing, to jet ski snorkel adventures and powered paragliding. Enjoy ATVing while visiting our gorgeous island of St. Kitts. Unwind and bask in the hidden beauties of the island that only a few tourists get to experience.

Hike the Valley of the Giants or zipline 250-feet above the St. Kitts spectacular rainforests. All our tours will make a perfect day in paradise. Enjoy a bucket list hike that takes your St. Kitts adventure to all-new heights! Clocking in at just under 3,800 feet, Mount Liamuiga is the highest point in St. Kitts and Nevis and one of the tallest peaks in the Caribbean. Those looking for a challenge can ascend the trail with tricky climbs to the Bat Cave or a five-hour hike up to Dos d’Anse Pond.

Scuba divers of all ages and abilities delight in St. Kitts’ glorious underwater world, with many sites virtually unexplored. Bordered by the Caribbean and the Atlantic, the island offers a range of options, from near-shore reefs to subaquatic caves. Underwater visibility ranges from 30 to 100 feet deep, meaning you’ll have crystal-clear views of walls, ledges, underhangs, coral towers, and sunken ships, all swarming with sea life. St. Kitts’ sister island, Nevis, also offers supreme diving, along with the channel between the two.

Summer Promotions & Getaway Deals

Experience the “Sweet Side of Summer” on St. Kitts, where endless adventures and untamed island beauty will carry you away to a special kind of Caribbean bliss. Seasonal offerings feature up to 3 nights free at participating hotels and ample opportunities to explore, discover, and awaken your sense of wander. This exciting promotion begins May 1-September 5.

As part of the “Sweet Side of Summer” promotion, the following hotels and resorts are offering different getaway bookings below! Book by August 30, 2022 and travel before September 5, 2022. Check out the full list of places to stay here.

Upcoming Events

Plan all of your Caribbean vacations to coincide with a host of festivals and sports events to be enjoyed on the island throughout the year. Experience the vibrant energy and infectious Caribbean rhythms of Carnival, compete in triathlons, swim the narrow channel between Nevis and St. Kitts and don’t miss international and local acts at St. Kitts Music Festival held annually.

St. Kitts Travel Requirements

As of April 1, 2022, St. Kitts & Nevis announced new requirements for visitors. All travelers are required to abide by the following requirements. For all Travel Protocols and Requirements remaining in place for the Federation of St. Kitts & Nevis, including the submission of negative test results, click here.

• All visitors 18 and older must be fully vaccinated. A visitor is considered fully vaccinated when two weeks have passed since receiving their second dose of a two dose vaccine series (Pfizer/BioNTech, Moderna, AstraZeneca/Oxford, Sinopharm or Sinovac), or two weeks after they have received a single dose vaccine (Johnson & Johnson). Mixing of approved vaccines for St. Kitts and Nevis is accepted.
• Unvaccinated children ages 12-17 will need to take a COVID-19 test (paid for by visitor) upon arrival; the entire family will need to vacation in place until receipt of negative COVID-19 test.
• Children ages 11 and under take the vaccination status of their parents.
• Submit negative COVID-19 test results; visitors may choose between:
• RT-PCR negative test results from a CLIA/CDC/UKAS approved lab accredited with ISO/IEO 17025 standard, taken 72 hours prior to travel
• Negative antigen test results from a CLIA/CDC/UKAS approved lab accredited with ISO/IEO 17025 standard, taken 24 hours prior to travel.
• Travelers should note that no self-samples or home test will be considered valid.
• Fill out the embarkation form and all other supporting documentation.
• Fully vaccinated visitors will be required to submit a copy of their official vaccination record card including dates when doses were administered.
• All incoming visitors must have a hard copy of their negative RT-PCR or antigen test results, and vaccination record card.
• Forms must be submitted no later than 24 hours prior to travel: visit here to access form, upload test results and vaccination record card.

Health Screening Questions:

• If the visitor’s application has not been flagged by Health Officials, visitors will be automatically processed and directed to Immigration.
• In the event a visitor’s application is flagged, they will undergo health screening questions and if they exhibit any covid symptoms, the visitor will be required to take a COVID-19 test on site at the visitor’s expense.
• Antigen tests are available for outbound air visitors whose countries of origin accept approved rapid testing upon return from international destinations. RT-PCR testing is also available. The Federation has removed the exit testing requirement for visitors whose countries of origin do not require return testing.

Why St. Kitts?

There are many reasons St. Kitts & Nevis should be on all travel advisors’ lists this year (and every year). To splash in warm, iridescent waters along pristine island shores. To dive ancient shipwrecks and virgin coral reefs. To sway to a soca beat, sipping local rum around a bonfire on the beach. St. Kitts is small enough to see in a day, and big enough to explore for a lifetime. And there’s never been a better time to vacation in place on this island of a thousand treasures.