Saint Kitts

Saint Kitts is the larger of the two islands that make up the small Caribbean island nation of Saint Kitts and Nevis. Saint Kitts has a population of around 35,000, the majority of whom are mainly of African descent. The primary language is English, with a literacy rate of approximately 98%. Residents call themselves Kittitians. Author Neil Strauss gained citizenship with St. Kitts while writing his book Emergency: This Book Will Save Your Life.

The largest historical site is the Brimstone Hill Fortress National Park. A British fortification this was once refered to as the Gibraltar of the Caribbean. In the past several decades the fort has been under significant restoration, and is now a popular tourist destination on the island.

A number of restaurants are located in Frigate Bay. Mr. X's Shiggity Shack, Monkey Bar and Ziggy's on South Frigate Bay beach are more traditional, casual beach bar restaurants.

On the opposite side, on North Frigate Bay, there are several western-style restaurants, including Ciao (Italian), Rock Lobster (seafood, mixed American and Caribbean) and PJ's (American, delicious pasta).

There are a large number of local spots to get drinks (locally bottled soda and beer). These include little bars along the side of the road throughout the towns and cities, especially down by the ferry pier. On the southern peninsula there are a number of beach bars and bar/restaurants. On South Friar's Bay beach and South Frigate Bay beach in particular there are a number of beach bar 'shacks' along the beach serving drinks and some offering food.