Great holidays to Basseterre
With its gorgeous beaches, charming Georgian architecture and laid-back atmosphere, the town of Basseterre on the Caribbean island of St Kitts is the perfect place for those who want to relax and get away from it all. And whether you're looking for a fun family holiday or a romantic break for two, holidays to Basseterre have something for everyone.
The city of Basseterre follows the coast for about three kilometres of Basseterre Bay and lies in the Basseterre Valley surrounded by the Olivees Mountains in the north and the Conaree Morne peaks in the east. The four main streets of Basseterre are: Bay Road, Liverpool Row, Central Street and Cayon Street and they run from south to north.
Fort Street / Bank Street runs from north to south and is home to a majority of the shops and banks in St Kitts. The two city centres in Basseterre are The Circus and Independence Square. The World Cricket Cup took place in Basseterre in 2007, when St Kitts became the smallest country to ever host this event.
The St Kitts Scenic Railway Train runs from Sandy Point to Basseterre and was originally built to transport sugar cane to the factory and is a fascinating journey to enjoy. Set 750 feet above sea level at Basseterre is the huge Brimstone Hill Fort.
Basseterre beach holidays
There are a number of ports in Basseterre with Port Zante being able to accommodate the largest cruise ships in the world. There is also a marina and trips to the shores of St Kitts and the surrounding islands may be arranged from here. There are a number of beaches in the vicinity many either with grey sands or golden.
Enjoying a fantastic location between the stunning blue sea and the verdant green hills of St Kitts, Basseterre is perfect for those who want to enjoy the peace and quiet of a relaxing beach holiday whilst still being in the heart of a lively and vibrant town. Here you can sunbathe on perfect Caribbean beaches, cool off under shady palm trees or swim in warm, clear waters. And while many enjoy a perfect vacation never doing more than topping up their tan, there are plenty of activities available for those who prefer there holidays a little more active. Try your hand at exciting water sports like jet skiing, wind surfing or visit a diving school and learn to scuba dive or snorkel and explore the world beneath the waves. Away from the beach, Basseterre is perfectly placed for exploring all the attractions St Kitts has to offer. Take a tour of the island's most stunning scenery on the St Kitts Scenic Railway, climb up to Brimstone Hill Fortress for fantastic views across the island or just enjoy wandering the streets of Basseterre with their Georgian buildings and historic landmarks. Hikers can enjoy a rewarding trek to the crater of Mount Liamuiga volcano, while nature lovers can spot rare flora and fauna such as monkeys, birds and lizards in the national park surrounding the fortress at Brimstone Hill.
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And while Basseterre has plenty of attractions to keep visitors entertained during the day, the fun doesn't stop once the sun sets. Enjoy an evening sampling delicious Caribbean cuisine in one of the town's many great restaurants, sip rum cocktails at sunset in a beach bar or listen to live music under the stars. From relaxed family holidays to fun breaks with friends, Basseterre has it all. So what are you waiting for? Check out our great deals on cheap Basseterre beach holidays today and your dream holiday could be closer than you think.
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