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No. 4422 · Saint Kitts and Nevis · Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean

Saint Kitts

17.32°N 62.75°W

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Overview

Saint Kitts is the larger of the two islands making up the small Caribbean nation of Saint Kitts and Nevis. The island offers a mix of British colonial history, dramatic volcanic landscapes for hiking up Mt.

Architecture · Beach · Diving · History · Island

Before you go

Connectivity

Mobile phone coverage is available on the island. WiFi is found at hotels and some restaurants.

Language

English is the national language, often spoken with a heavy regional Caribbean lilt.

Money

The currency is the Eastern Caribbean Dollar (EC$), though US dollars are widely accepted throughout the island. Credit cards are accepted at many establishments including the Brimstone Hill Fortress.

Safety

Exercise appropriate caution due to high crime rates in the Caribbean context, though tourist-onay areas are generally safe.

Transport

Driving is on the left side of the road. Taxis are readily available, and the Scenic Railway offers a 3-hour island tour. The main road connects villages along the coast.

Water

Tap water is generally safe to drink on Saint Kitts.

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