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Christophe Harbour Blog

Mr. X’s Shiggidy Shack

By Katherine in Adventure, Community, Dining

Informally known as the Shiggidy Shack, this no-frills restaurant is well known among locals and regular visitors to St. Kitts.  Ideally located right on the beach in Frigate Bay, the Shiggidy Shack is famous for its sizzling Thursday-night bonfire parties replete with fire-eaters, raucous karaoke Saturday, and Sunday dinners accompanied by the MRT band.  Its laid-back setting also offers beautiful views of St. Kitts’ coastline and is a great spot to watch the sunset while sipping your favorite beer or blender drink and dining on fresh catch. 

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Hiking and Biking Excursions

By Katherine in Adventure

Several tour operators now cater to bikers and hikers, with tours to suit any age or skill level.  Experienced riders usually venture to the island’s mountainous center, while casual riders and hikers can enjoy the sugar cane fields and rolling hills near the coast.  Visitors who want to experience the natural beauty of St. Kitts can rent mountain bikes and other outdoor equipment from their hotel or local sporting shops. 

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Mount Liamuiga

By Katherine in Adventure, Nature and Environment

Located on the western side, this strato-volcano stands an impressive 3,792 feet.  The volcano hike is a great way to spend an afternoon.

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Romney Manor

By Katherine in Adventure

Romney Manor is home to great botanical gardens rivaled by few anywhere. 

The ruins of this somewhat restored house (reputedly once the property of Thomas Jefferson) and surrounding cottages are set on six acres of glorious gardens, with exotic flowers, an old bell tower, and an enormous, gnarled 350-year-old saman tree.  For visitors who want to explore parts of the rainforest, guides are available to help determine the best trails as well as share information about the ecological diversity of St. Kitts. 

Romney Manor also is home to one of St. Kitts’ most celebrated local businesses– Caribelle Batik. Using the traditional Indonesian method of treating fabric with wax to resist dye, the artisans of Caribelle...

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Old Road Petroglyphs

By Katherine in Adventure, St. Kitts

The Carib Indians, early inhabitants of St. Kitts, left stone carvings throughout the island, which contain symbols believed to have religious significance.  Those found on Old Road are believed to be in their original location.

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