St. Vincent

 

People, Culture, and Their History

 

Just off the “beaten path” near the southern tip of the Caribbean lies the charming and beautiful islands that make up St. Vincent and the Grenadines. This is place for seseeking more laid back vacation where the pace is slow, the sun shines bright and the waters are crystal clear. The main island of St. Vincent was a stronghold of the fierce Carib Indians and was one of the last islands to be colonized by European settlers. Visitors to the island can see Carib petroglyphs, enjoy rivers and waterfalls, explore forts, hike up La oufrierie Volcano and stroll through the oldest botanical gardens in the Caribbean dating back to 1765. To go along with the incredible natural beauty of St. Vincent and the Grenadines you will also find some of the most unique and spectacular Caribbean Resorts and villas to be found anywhere. In St. Vincent you can experience the Petit Byahaut resort, a 3 acre family-owned resort nestled on one of the most gorgeous beaches to be found on St. Vincent and only accessible from the sea. Villas can be found at the Sunset Shores Beach Resort and Villas and moderate prices can be found at the Villa Lodge. How about a “Robinson Crusoe” type Caribbean hideaway. Located just 200 yards off St. Vincent is the private island resort of Young Island. This tiny self-contained resort offers villa accommodations, watersports, hiking, great cuisine and unmatched views of the sea and surrounding islands. The Grenadine Island chain offers its share of luxurious and charming resorts and villas as well. The world famous privately owned island resort of Petit St. Vincent. On Mustique check into the Cotton House or Firefly Inn and on the island of Bequia island look into the Blue Tropic Hotel, on Mayreau Island it is the Saltwhistle Bay Club and in the heart of the Grenadines on tiny Canouan island it is the luxurious Caribbean resort known as Tamarind Beach and Yacht Club.