Premier Ownership Opportunities in St. Kitts and Nevis
St. Kitts and Nevis, a dual-island nation, is located in the Leeward Islands of the West Indies in the Caribbean. St. Kitts and Nevis share characteristics of many other Caribbean nations with their brilliant blue waters and golden sand beaches. The islands are of volcanic origin, with large mountainous peaks located throughout the landscape providing stunning views of the surrounding rainforests. Located southeast of Puerto Rico, St. Kitts and Nevis is in close proximity to St. Eustasia, St. Bart's, Antigua and Barbuda, and Montserrat.
St. Kitts and Nevis participates in numerous festivals. Carnival, famous the world over, is celebrated for approximately two weeks in late December and into early January. ATV tours are a fun and exciting way to see the islands' countryside and explore all the sights. St. Kitts and Nevis is a Shangri-la for vacation and second home properties.
Locals are always welcoming and quick to offer help. The economy is prospering due to the discovery of the islands' beautiful way of life and fantastic scenery. English is widely spoken, the dollar widely accepted, and the political environment is stable.
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St. Kitts
at a Glance
Location:
Caribbean, islands in the Caribbean Sea, about one-third of the way from Puerto Rico to Trinidad and Tobago
Area: 261 sq km
(Saint Kitts 168 sq km; Nevis 93 sq km)
Area - comparative:
1.5 times the size of Washington, DC
Coastline: 135 km
Climate:
Tropical, tempered by constant sea breezes; little seasonal temperature variation; rainy season (May to November)
Diplomatic representation from the US:
The US does not have an embassy in Saint Kitts and Nevis; the US Ambassador to Barbados is accredited to Saint Kitts and Nevis
GDP - real growth rate:
6% (2007 est.)
Currency (code): East Caribbean dollar (XCD)
Internet hosts: 45 (2007)
International Airports:
• Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport (SKB), St. Kitts
• Newcastle International Airport (NEV), Nevis