East of Antigua, St Kitts, unspoilt and idyllic, with a central lush rainforest dominated by Mount Liamuiga, a long extinct volcano, is home to over 100 species of birds, deer, and green vervet monkeys. Most of the island's excellent beaches are located on the peninsular south of Basseterre, the capital, with North Frigate Bay being the favourite spot for surfers with the waves surging in from the Atlantic, whilst the other side of the peninsular offers sheltered waters of the Caribbean ideal and safe for all water sports, and stunning views of St Kitts sister island, Nevis.

A magnificent 18 hole 160 acres par 72 golf course is situated at Frigate Bay, bounded by the Caribbean on one side and the Atlantic on the other. Scuba diving opportunities abound for both the beginners and the experienced divers with many excellent dive sites including Paradise Reef, Anchors Away, Nags Head, the Devil's Caves, and Monkey Shoal, with Sandy Point having been designated a national marine park. Sailing, snorkelling, surfboarding, boogie boarding, and fishing are popular with visitors.

St Kitts has the finest collection of plantation houses in the Caribbean, a number of which have been restored and now operate as historic hotels, such as Rawlins Plantation House or Ottley's Plantation Inn, a charming Caribbean hideaway set in 35 acres, with accommodations in either the Great House or cottages.

Brimstone Hill Fortress, the largest fortification built by the English covers 38 acres, the Wingfield Petroglyphs, Romney Manor, and Bloody Point, the scene of the last stand of the Caribs against the combined forces of the English and French, are all worth visiting, and Basseterre offers excellent shopping facilities. Half-day and full-day safaris can be taken through the rain forest. Carnival takes place over Xmas/New Year. There are plenty of restaurants serving West Indian and international cuisine and the island's specialities of roast suckling pig and spiny lobster.