Limin' wit da Kittians

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Hey all-

So I went to St. Kitts like a month ago, and I'm just getting around to posting the pics... Anyway, hope you all enjoy. The trip was awesome. Lots of cool sites, great weather, and interesting people.

For all those interested in the basic facts: St. Kitts is part of the West Indies. Kitts is short for Christopher as in founder, Christopher Columbus. Rum is the drink of choice. Carib is the local beer. The night-time hot spots are all located on"The Strip", a single dirt road lined with about 10 thatched shacks with full bars including, Shiggity Shack, Ziggy's, and The Monkey Bar. Beaches are gorgeous, as you will see, and Bob Marley is God. There are even Bob Marley scented lotions and candles.

WARNING: This is a long one!!

One Love.


Allison

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Photos

Our fearless tourguide- Kenmore!
Sue and Ed met Kenmore our their last trip to St. Kitts. He took us around to see most of the island. He's lived on St. Kitts his whole life.

Stop #1: Caribelle Batik
Where island fashions and art are created.

Batik in action
Incase your curious: Batik is an ancient art form that originated in Indonesia. It is a process of fabric design that uses hot wax and colourful dye to create patterns. Wax is used to resist dye and waxed areas will remain white (unless dipped into another colour).

Attack of the diaper monkey!!
On the way to our next site, we were stopped by a local man offering photo opps (for a small donation) with his pet monkey. Had to do it.

Stop #2: Brimstone Hill Fortress
Incase your curious: This historical spot took almost 100 years to complete. It was designed by the British and built by African slaves from 1690- 1782. Made of limestone and lavarock... aka brimstone.

It's always Ting Time!
Rum + ting = RumTing

Entranced by all the beads...
making some island-style jewelry at the resort.

Cocktail Reception
everyone enjoying some complimentary drinks...

On da strip..
Michelle outside of Ziggys! You couldn't beat the $2 beers!

Lookin' good in that snorkel mask..
Andrea T's first ever snorkeling experience..

Raphael wants in with the ladies..
chillin on the deck, sippin on some rum punch post snorkel.

Comments

[Sharon]

Great Pics
Hi Allison, Looks like alot of fun. St Kitts is not far from St Maarten. John and I go every May. We bought a time share backonour honeymoon and go every year. We love it. How is it going for you? We miss you. Are you coming home soon? Thanks for the updates keep them coming. Have you joined Skype yet? Check out www.skype.com . It is free and with headphones you can talk for free. My online name is lady.webb. Check it out.

[gogoshire]

Thanks for posting your pics!
I used to live on St. Kitts - just moved away a few months ago back to the US - and it was TERRIFIC seeing all your pics, especially my pal, Wilbur. I spent many a Sunday afternoon liming at Cockleshell Beach with my island dog (that I brought back to the US) growling at Wilbur. :) Glad you had a good time on de rock!