St. Kitts and Nevis - Tourism, travel, and recreation



The chief historic attraction on St. Kitts is Brimstone Hill fortress, which towers 230 m (750 ft) above the Caribbean, took 100 years to build, and is partially restored. Beautiful beaches and the Georgian architecture of Basseterre also attract tourists. Nevis has many beaches and relic plantations and a quaint atmosphere reminiscent of the 18th century. Visitors from the US, the UK, and Canada need proof of citizenship and an onward ticket; nationals of most Commonwealth countries need passports but not visas. The government has dredged the main harbor on St. Kitts to accommodate cruise ships.

In 1999, approximately 84,000 stayover tourists arrived on the islands, and tourism revenue was US $70 million. There were 1,754 hotel rooms that year.

The cost of traveling in St. Kitts and Nevis varies according to the season. Between December and April, estimated daily expenses are approximately US $272 per day. During other times of the year, travel expenses are estimated at US $235.

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