Tucked away in the Leeward Islands of the West Indies archipelago you’ll find the island of Nevis. Though it’s only eight miles long and six miles wide, this tiny jewel of an island features a natural beauty that is unparalleled. Its green foothills support tropical rainforests, secluded valleys, historic plantations and the remains of sugar-cane fields while its turquoise waters lap palm-fringed beaches. As a tribute to the white clouds surrounding the island’s central volcanic peak, Spanish explorers called Nevis, “Nuestra Senora de las Nieves” (Our Lady of the Snows).
Even more dreamy than the scenery, is Nevis’ romantic history which spans all the way back from the 18th century to present day. As legend has it, in the spring of 1785, a swashbuckling young Captain by the name of Horatio Nelson and a pretty young widow named Frances “Fanny” Nisbet found true love at Montpelier estate, where they later married. The tradition continues today as love birds flock to the island to create their own romantic history.
1. Historical Hideaway
Luckily, if you’d like to follow in the footsteps of Horatio and Fanny, the Montpelier Plantation Inn still exists today. Romantics at heart can take advantage of the inn’s Island Romance package, which includes four nights in an upgraded Canopy room. Look forward to luxuries like candlelight dinners overlooking the dancing lights of Charlestown and St. Kitts, champagne picnics on the beach and sensual couples massages. Enjoy a full English breakfast every morning with fresh-squeezed juice and homemade breads and jams, daily afternoon tea with homemade cakes and scones, and fresh island fruit in your room daily. The package also features nightly turn-down service, transportation to the hotel’s private beach with lounge chairs, showers and sun shelters, snorkelling and tennis and complimentary internet services.
For more information visit montpeliernevis.com
2. Island Love
The Four Seasons Resort Nevis offers the perfect way to begin your new life together or to renew your vows to one another. With the resort’s Romance in Paradise package, you’ll spend five nights in luxurious accommodations featuring tropical blooms, chilled French champagne and truffles in your room upon arrival. Wake up to a daily Island breakfast, and enjoy romantic dinners in Neve, the fine Dining Room. During your stay, relax with a romantic massage or keep busy with unlimited golf (with power cart), tennis and water sports. You’ll also enjoy a half-day catamaran cruise and snorkelling in a secluded cove. Visit fourseasons.com/nevis/ for more information and reservations.
3. Charmed Hearts
The charm and old-world beauty of The Hermitage Plantation Inn make it a delightful place to experience romance. Take advantage of the Hermitage Romance Package and check yourselves in for seven nights of deluxe accommodations in a romantic plantation cottage furnished with antiques, including a king-size canopy bed and a private balcony with hammock overlooking the gardens, pool and Caribbean Sea. You and your beau will be welcomed with fresh flowers and chilled French Champagne in your room on arrival, full breakfast every morning, tea or rum punch every afternoon, four candlelight dinners at the Great House and an in-room massage. For more information, visit hermitagenevis.com or call 800-682-4025.
4. Tropical Passion
The Nisbet Plantation offers the ideal setting for a little romance in the tropics. The only Caribbean plantation featuring its own private beach, Nisbet offers a six night Romance and Honeymoon Package in one of the hotel’s 36 charming cottages. Enjoy champagne breakfast in bed on your first morning, followed by daily beachside breakfasts and romantic dinners on the beach or at the Great House restaurant. During your stay you’ll also enjoy an island sailing cruise, lunch at the famous Sunshine’s Beach Bar & Grill (taxi service included), a two-day car rental for exploring the island and two massages at The Palms spa. Visit nisbetplantation.com.
5. Destination “I Do”
If your romance has fully blossomed, why not tie the knot on the island of Nevis? At the Golden Rock Plantation Inn, the two of you can check into your very own authentic sugar mill. The Inn’s Private Wedding Package includes a wedding gazebo, the service of a marriage officer, legal documents, two witnesses, bride's bouquet and groom's boutonniere, as well as 24 photos. Additional items like cake, champagne, video and additional photographs are available at an extra cost. For more information, call 869-469-3346 or visit golden-rock.com.
For more information about the island of Nevis, please contact the Nevis Tourism Authority toll-free at 1-866-55-NEVIS or check out their website at nevisisland.com.
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