St Vincent Caribbean Vacation |
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and the
Grenadines lies approximately 1,600 miles southeast of Miami. St. Vincent
is the largest of the more than 30 islands that comprise the nation,
covering about 150 square miles. Like a kite's tail the Grenadines extend
45 miles to the southwest. The major islands, from north to south, are: Young Island (a
single first class resort); Bequia (the largest of the Grenadines
and is a favorite port of yachtsmen from all over the world);
Mustique (a private island that is home to the likes of Princess
Margaret, Mick Jagger and David Bowie); Canouan (a small, tranquil
island with wide, shallow waters and vast coral reefs); Mayreau (a
tiny, secluded island with beautiful beaches and no drivable roads);
Union Island (the centre of activity in the southern
Grenadines);
Palm Island (a private island resort); Petit St. Vincent (a
luxury private resort island); and
Tobago Cays (beautiful desert
islands). Be entranced by the tranquility of these delightful
islands.When you're ready to relax, take a trip on over to St. Vincent. Until recently, St. Vincent has been the vacation secret of sailors and celebrities alike. You may already recognize the lush beauty of St. Vincent, you've probably seen it in the background of the movie 'Pirates of the Caribbean' starring Johnny Depp. Considered a yachting paradise, St. Vincent is well known among sailors for its fine sailing conditions. The island also features peaceful black sand beaches unspoiled by mass tourism. You'll love the privacy as you walk along the beaches here. Located just outside of Kingstown you'll find the oldest botanical garden in the Western Hemisphere, The Botanic Gardens. Founded in 1765, the gardens span across nearly 20 acres. The gardens also make the perfect location for family celebrations, weddings, or other special events. |
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