St. Kitts and Nevis are two islands, and two versions of paradise. A two mile straight, six miles by air or a 45 minute ferry boat separates the islands. St. Kitts, the larger island, has the more varied terrain: volcanic peaks covered with lush green forests, sugar cane plantations and the southeast peninsula with its salt ponds which is ringed with coves black, mink-brown and white sand. Nevis, with its head in the clouds, is distinguished by its large volcanic central peak surrounded by green hills with tropical gardens, secluded lodges, and picturesque manor houses, all edged with lovely beaches.

Location

St. Kitts and Nevis are located in the Eastern Caribbean, at 17 15’ North 16 40’ West and roughly 1,200 miles from Miami, 1,600 miles from New York, 4,000 miles from London, and about an hour by plane from Puerto Rico and the US Virgin Islands.

Population 46,111 people Land Area St. Kitts: 65 square miles Capital city: Basseterre Nevis: 36 square miles Capital city: Charlestown

Climate

Pleasant tropical temperatures range from 62 - 91 degrees F (17C – 33C). Humidity is low. November – May are the driest months; rain averages 55 inches in St. Kitts, 48 inches in Nevis.

Language

English is the official language, but it is spoken with a distinct accent and West Indian idioms.

Currency

The currency is East Caribbean dollars, commonly called “E.C.” The exchange rate is very stable, around $2.70 EC = $1 US and 4.81 EC = 1 British Pound.

ATMS

Most banks on the island have ATM machines, which accept Cirrus and PLUS cards. ATM cards are accepted at most bank machines. Funds are given in EC Dollars.

Additional Information

For more information on the Island Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis please visit the following link: http://www.geographia.com/stkitts-nevis/index.htm