St. Vincent and the Grenadines
St. Vincent and the Grenadines, situated about one hundred miles west of Barbados, and nestled between St Lucia to the north and Grenada to the south, this string of islands may be physically close together, but vary enormously in character, terrain and appeal.
The main center of activity is St Vincent, the largest and northernmost of the islands. As well as exploring St Vincent's two distinct coastlines - the rugged windward side and the gentle leeward side - and lush, interior hiking trails, don't miss the opportunity to spend time on the tiny isle of Bequia, just a short ferry ride away, a yachters' haven that also boasts shimmering beaches and a fascinating seafaring history. The less developed and less populated islands of Canouan, Mayreau and Union are all easily reachable by ferry and offer a taste of the unspoiled Caribbean, while Mustique, an island hideaway of the rich and famous, makes for an affordable day trip of swimming and snorkelling, though don't expect to find a cheap place to stay.
The uninhabited national park of the Tobago Cays, a cluster of islets which form the eastern point of a triangle between Union Island and Mayreau, are surrounded by coral reefs and unbelievably aquamarine waters and make an excellent excursion from nearby islands.
Best of St. Vincent & the Grenadines:
MV Barracuda ferryA great way to see Union Island and St Vincent and to enjoy the surrounding seas.
St Vincent's petroglyphs
Peering at these striking ancient images, you may think that whoever drew them has only just left.
Tobago Cays
Tiny deserted islets surrounded by superb coral reefs and sparkling turquoise waters.
Bequia
Besides glorious beaches, this laid-back island preserves its rich seafaring history though its boat building and whaling.
La Soufrière, St Vincent
Though rugged, the five-hour trek up to the peak of this active volcano is well worth the effort.
St. Vincent & the Grenadines News
BBC Caribbean News in Brief
The US has announced it will provide 420,000 courses of the anti-viral medication Tamiflu to fight swine flu in Latin America and the Caribbean.
New ideas to push region forward
Two new ideas for improved governance and avoidance of conflicts in the Caribbean Community are in circulation here as the 30th Heads of Government Co nference draws to a close this evening.
The Number Of People Confirmed As H1N1 Cases In Trinidad And Tobago Now Stands At Sixty-Three.
July 3rd 2009. 4:08pm The number of people confirmed as H1N1 cases in Trinidad and Tobago now stands at sixty-three. There has been an increase, but the health ministry is insisting the swine flu virus is under control.
PM to Make Statement on Trip to Libya
St. Kitts & Nevis a ' July 3, 2009 : Prime Minister will make a statement during Fridaya TMs sitting of Parliament, on his recent visit to Libya, According to a press release issued by his office Thursday night, The release says that Dr.
Genealogy Query - MASCOLL
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GCB signs contract with Shivnauth Construction for $49M Hostel
Deal!! In this Orlando Charles photograph, the members of the GCB and Shivnauth Construction Services Ltd., are caught signing the contract for the construction of a new cricket hostel which is to be built at LBI.
Immigration row heats up summit launch
The persistent setbacks in Caribbean integration and a growing immigration debate dominated the opening of the heads of government conference here yesterday as leaders grappled with the pressing issues threatening a unified CARICOM.
Blaring sirens, a protest and the Elder Statesman
The dignitaries are in town. Barred roads, heavily armed police, motorcades, blaring sirens and a protest accentuated this fact as the Conference of the Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community opened in Georgetown yesterday.
The operator
An alleged Ponzi scheme with a sort of headquarters in a Caribbean nation, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, is curiously connected to Raleigh because William Wise, the man whom one official says was running it, enjoyed at least some of the trappings of his wealth while living in the Olde Raleigh neighborhood.
Parsanlal: PM did not collapse
Information Minister Neil Parsanlal yesterday quashed rumours that Prime Minister Patrick Manning had a oecollapsed,a while attending the current Caricom leaders conference in Guyana and had to be taken to Cuba for medical attention.
T&T plan to aid region high on agenda as Caricom talks begin
GOVERNANCE issues, Prime Minister Patrick Manning said yesterday, dominated the first working session of the 30th conference of the Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community , ahead of the opening ceremony last evening.
Imbert: CAL facility for Grenada --
CABINET is working out the financing details for the establishment of a Caribbean Airlines aircraft maintenance facility in Grenada as part of an initiative by Government to increase employment and reduce migration of its nationals to Trinidad and Tobago.
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Economic free fall shakes Caribbean: With the United States in the midst of recession, the tourist-dependent Caribbean searches for ways to cushion the blow during a four-day summit.
Ships Held By Somali Pirates
Somali pirates released on Sunday the crew of the Pompei, a Belgian dredging vessel captured in mid-April, Belgian authorities said.
Thompson fights back --
GEORGETOWN: He would hate it said that he appeared on the defensive, taking first strike, as it were, but Barbados Prime Minister David Thompson appeared to be doing just that yesterday, in a news conference on the day before the opening of the 30th Caricom Heads of Government Conference here.
Rock Art in SVG
Rock Art of St. Vincent and the Grenadines Compiled by Kathy Martin Profile of Zone: The Rock Art of St.
Islanders let Raleigh man run scam, investors say
The $80 million Ponzi scheme that Raleigh businessman William Wise is accused of running flourished on a sunny Caribbean island nation and, according to bilked investors and other critics, was enabled by highly placed leaders there.
Barbados shock Jamaica
BROOKLYN, New York : Barbados recorded a major upset Sunday in the New York Caribbean Football Cup when they trounced Jamaica 3-1 at the Jefferson High School Stadium, putting an end to the defending champions' long winning streak.
HONDURAS: Analysts Call Coup a "Return to the Past"
By Thelma Mejia TEGUCIGALPA - Sunday's coup d'etat shows that in Honduras, democracy - which was restored in 1982 - is still hemmed in by the military's alliance with the economic and political powers-that-be, according to local analysts.
Are our neighbours our colonies? --
Once I get the tape and study it, I shall write something about what, from excerpts in the media, appears to have been a most remarkable address by the Political Leader of the PNM to a Special Convention of his party on June 21.
