At a recent Caribbean cocktail masterclass hosted by the St Kitts Tourism Authority, Ian Burrell, Global Rum Ambassador gave an insightful talk dispelling some of the common myths about rum which has become a global spirit. Based on this talk and my knowledge from visiting rum distilleries across the Caribbean, below are ten rum facts...
The 10 Least Visited Caribbean Islands
We recently published the top 10 most visited Caribbean islands based on data from the Caribbean Tourism Organization. On the list were primarily larger Caribbean islands that over the last three decades invested heavily in their tourism infrastructure with increased aviation capacity, new resorts, tour offerings, etc. and now are reaping the benefits. They account...
Cost Of Getting A Second Passport from the Caribbean
Citizenship by Investment Programs that cater to high net worth individuals interested in getting a second passport raise millions if not billions of dollars. And one of my recommendations post-hurricanes Irma and Maria was for the five Caribbean governments that offered a second passport to high net worth individuals via a Citizenship by Investment Program...
Masquerade Dance Troupes in the Caribbean
During the opening reception for the 21st St Kitts Music Festival, the St Kitts Masquerade dance troupe gave an energetic performance which brought a massive smile to my face as it reminded me of the Montserrat Masquerade Troupes who play a significant role in the annual Montserrat Festival held between Christmas and New Year. Montserrat...
Hotel Review: St Kitts Marriott Resort & The Royal Beach Casino
Located along St. Kitts’ southeastern coast, just a ten-minute drive from the Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport, is the St Kitts Marriott Resort & The Royal Beach Casino, the largest hotel on the island. And this Caribean luxury hotel was my home away from home earlier this year while attending the St Kitts Music Festival....
Caribelle Batik at Romney Manor Is A Must Visit While In St Kitts
No visit to St Kitts is complete without a stop at Caribelle Batik on the Romney Manor estate which celebrated its 40th anniversary in 2016. Many agree as over 150,000 people visit Caribelle Batik each year making it one of the more popular tourist attractions in St Kitts, if not the wider Caribbean region. Stay-over...
History of St Kitts Music Festival
Music festival tourism is a US$3.5+ billion dollar industry globally, and one of the more established music festivals in the Caribbean region is the St Kitts Music Festival. For over twenty years, a diverse range of local, regional and international musical acts many of whom are Grammy Award winners have held court in St Kitts...
Top 10 Things To Do In Nevis
Nevis, part of the St Kitts & Nevis Federation is one of the more charming and unspoiled islands in the Caribbean. Its relaxed atmosphere and lush green landscape make it ideal for outdoor and nature lovers; also those who want to experience a Caribbean destination that is not over-developed and showcases its rich history. With...
Explore Brimstone Hill Fortress National Park in St Kitts
High on a hill in St Kitts near Sandy Point is a historic time capsule. Stone walls of volcanic rock were fashioned and laid by African slaves using limestone from the slopes as a mortar. This was for the Brimstone Hill Fortress designed by British engineers to protect their interest against the French who despite...
Top 10 Things To Do In St Kitts
The beautiful island of St Kitts has the distinction of being the first Caribbean island to be colonized by the British in 1623 and as such is known as the “mother colony of the West Indies.” Situated roughly 1,300 miles southeast of Miami, Florida with a land mass of 65 square miles, the island which...