Nevis is a 36 square-mile island at the center of which is Nevis Peak, which rises 3,232 feet. Nevis was discovered by Christopher Columbus in 1493, and was called “Nuestra Senora de Las Nieves” which means “Our Lady of the Snows,” a description of the small cloud which is nearly always present around the peak, resembling snow. The island is home to approximately 10,000 residents, and lies just two miles off the coast of St. Kitts, its sister island. The island is home to lush rainforest, gorgeous beaches, and some of the best in hospitality we have seen in the islands. Page through our seven-part trip report, where we soak up the sun sipping lemon grass water at the beautiful Four Seasons Resort, hike through the rainforest, happen upon a group of green vervet monkeys, taste fabulous local cuisine, visit a local pottery, explore historical sites, and try to avoid the sting of the famous “Killer Bee” rum punch at Sunshine’s.
Click here for our seven-part trip report. For images from the island, flip through our Nevis Gallery. Have just one day on Nevis? Here are our recommendations.
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