St Vincent and its popular draw cards
By Carlton Leisure -
10/12/2015
The largest island in SVG, St. Vincent is not as popular as its neighboring islands but it has an aura of its own that charms travelers from the different parts of the world. The island has enough attractions to engage travelers for few days but together with the islands of the Grenadines you have enough to explore for a week or more. This one of the less popular islands in the region is known for its laidback charm and a Mecca for travelers seeking some moments of isolation and privacy. As it is gateway to the SVG a large number of travelers book flight to St Vincent in order to explore this region. Here we give a lowdown on top draw cards of St Vincent.
Tobago Cays
Situated at the east end of Mayreau the cluster of Small Island offers some of the finest underwater activities in Grenadine. The cays look beautiful with bright coral reefs and exotic marine life. In order to preserve its natural setting the area has now been declared as a wildlife reserve. Entry of yachts has been barred in order to let marine wildlife flourish. The region has also caught the fancy of filmmakers as some parts of Pirates of the Caribbean have been filmed here.
Canouan
Despite being small in size, Canouan charms travellers from around the world. And the island has everything to cater travellers. There are world class spas, luxurious resorts, and beautiful coral reefs that act as ultimate charmers. Beautiful ambience and scenic paths make it an ideal destination for trekking. Reaching there might be difficult but efforts are worth it. On their visit to the city, the guests should go to visit Grand Bay Beach and South Glossy Bay Beach which are well known for their white sand and calm waters.
St Vincent Botanic Gardens
Those who want to explore natures’ bounties should go to explore St Vincent Botanic Gardens which is the oldest botanic garden in western hemisphere. Situated on the outskirts of the city of Kingstown the garden offers a respite from frenetic pace of the city.
Kingstown
Kingstown the vibrant capital of St. Vincent is also worth a visit. Situated on the southern end of the island the town looks beautiful with cobbled streets, rolling hills and a busy harbour. The place also charms travellers with its spectacular setting and vibrant market.
Mayreau
With swaying palms, azure waters and aroma of lobsters in the air, the mile-and-a-half-long cay is one of the top draw cards for travellers visiting St Vincent. The island also houses small hilly village that offers commanding view of the region. The area is particularly popular among those who need isolations as part of your trip. The adventure travellers can take advantage of various diving sites in vicinity. There are some restaurants in vicinity that can be explored on food.