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Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
1: Sailing
Hire a captain and a crew, or if you are an experienced sailor, charter a bareboat yacht to cruise the Grenadines, one of the worlds finest sailing grounds. Several internationally recognised charter companies operate out of St Vincents.
2: Luxurious Mustique
Mustique, a gem in the ocean. Mustique is privately owned, with a landscape as gentle as its lifestyle, verdant hills roll into soft white-sand beaches & turquoise waters. This island has long been a hiding place for the rich & famous.
3: Yachting
St Vincent is a superb destination for yachitng vacations. The southern coast is particularly well appointed with anchorages and services for provisioning, as well as plenty of good restaurants and hotels.
4: Vermont Nature Trail, St. Vincent
It is a well maintained looped track that crosses a river & winds up through the rainforest. Near the summit there is a viewing point where the national bird, the St. Vincent parrot can often be seen. It is also a haven for other bird life.
5: Volcanic hiking
Hike up La Soufriere volcano (1,200m/4,000ft) in the north of St Vincent, which is popular, though strenuous. The 5km (3 mile) journey rewards you with a wonderful bird's-eye view of the crater and its islands, and all of St Vincent.
6: Hiking
Hike St. Vincent & The Grenadines and discover beautiful forests, waterfalls, and stunning coastlines. Conquer the famous La Soufriere volcano, it\'s simply amazing. From short and easy hikes to full-day trekking adventures, St. Vincent and The Grenadines is a world class hiking destination.
7: Bird Watching
There is nothing quite like seeing parrots in full flight. And when they are as unique as the St. Vincent Parrot, you simply can’t beat it. Observe hummingbirds, whistling warblers and a whole host of endemic and migratory species. Immerse yourself in the beauty of St. Vincent & The Grenadines by exploring rainforest habitats and wonderful coastlines in search of a fascinating and unique variety of tropical birdlife.
8: Botanical Gardens
Located on the northern outskirts of Kingstown are the Botanical Gardens. Peaceful, lush, green and colourful, the gardens are home to a wealth of tropical plants, flowers, trees and birds.
9: St. Vincents Vermont Nature Trail
These awe inspiring hikes take you through lush rainforest with an amazing variety of tropical flora, ending up with beautiful scenery and a chance to see the famous St. Vincent Parrot in its natural habitat.
10: Palm Island
Discover an exclusive private island resort with powder white sand beaches, turquoise seas, swaying coconut palms and unsurpassed beauty and seclusion. With an emphasis on tranquillity, privacy and luxury, Palm Island is an esoteric refuge for those seeking an exclusive Caribbean escape.
11: Cumberland Nature Trail
Located in the upper Cumberland Valley, the mountain trail was once used by villagers as part of linking to the upper Vermont Valley. The area was popular for the movement of animals, and was a "Mourning" ground for the Spiritual Baptists Religion. The Forestry Department acquired some lands from farmers in the 1960's and this assisted significantly in maintaining the trail. The reforestation involved the planting of trees like Caribbean Pine and Blue Mahoe. The Cumberland Trail is also one of the habitats for the St. Vincent Parrot (Amazonia Guildingii).
12: Mount Parnassus
Head to Mount Parnassus on Union Island, which soars 275m (900ft) from the sea guarding the entrance to the southern Grenadines. The 850 hectare (2,100 acre) mountainous island is fringed by superb beaches and is the stopping off point for yachtsmen and visitors heading to some of the smaller Grenadines. Clifton Harbour, the main town, is small and commercial.
13: St Mary's Roman Catholic Cathedral
Head to the centre of Kingstown where you will find St Mary's Roman Catholic Cathedral. Built of grey stone, it is a graceful combination of several European architectural styles displaying Romanesque arches, gothic spires and Moorish ornamentation. Its architecture has led Kingstown to become known as the City of Arches.
14: Young Island
Visit Young Island, which is only 180m (590ft) off St Vincent and rises from the sea to form a mountain blanketed with tropical foliage and blossoms. Young Island provides an excellent view of the procession of yachts sailing into the harbour of St Vincent. The entire island comprises one resort called Young Island Resort, which consists of 29 rustic cottages set on the beaches and hillsides.
15: Tobago Cays
Head to the numerous islets and coves of the Tobago Cays where you can see some of the most spectacular coral reefs in the world. Visitors can sail, snorkel and beachcomb in complete seclusion. The only way to get here is by chartered yacht.
16: Montreal Gardens
North east of Kingstown is the acclaimed and wonderfully picturesque Mesopotamia Valley. Montreal Gardens is located in this valley.
17: Kingstown
Visit the lively port and market town of Kingstown; the capital of St Vincent. The town contains 12 small blocks with a variety of shops and a busy dock area, which is the centre of commerce for the islands. The Saturday morning market, comprising many stalls piled high with fresh fruit and vegetables, brings everyone to town.
18: Fishing villages
Head to the fishing villages of Questelles, Layou, Barrouallie and Chateaubelair, all of which have charming pastel coloured cottages and excellent black sand beaches from which fishermen set out daily in small brightly painted boats.
19: Bequia
Visit Bequia, an island 14km (9 miles) south of St Vincent and the largest of the Grenadines. Observe Bequia's age old traditions of boat building and fishing, largely retained due to its seclusion. In the marine park, spearfishing, snares and nets are prohibited. The islanders themselves are the world's last hand harpooners and their activities do not affect marine stocks.