The dynamic duo

The smallest sovereign state in the Western hemisphere is safe, sunny and saturated with event and incentive offerings.

Where to stay

Park Hyatt St. Kitts: The gentle splash of brightly coloured fish darting around a serene pool greets delegates in the entryway of this resort situated in the sleepy Banana Bay. Ideal for treating incentive winners, book out the luxury Plunge Pool Rooftop Deluxe Suite with soaking tub, private plunge pool, and private terrace with vistas over the Caribbean Sea. The resort also offers 12 meeting venues spanning 31,000 square feet, including outdoor terraces overlooking the ocean.

Four Seasons Nevis: Over on sister island Nevis, the five-star offering is just as strong. With Nevis Peak towering in the background and fringed by the golden hue of Pinney’s Beach, the only sound is the hum of the cicadas. The resort positions itself especially as an incentive destination, and with its 50 private villas, bespoke golf course, gourmet dining options, and Garden Spa, it's obvious why delegates would come here to be pampered. here is also 9,043 square feet of event space for up to 400, if companies want to make the most of the tranquil environs for employee wellbeing.

Belle Mont Sanctuary Resort: Over the hills and far away, one thousand feet above sea level, Belle Mont rests on Kittitian Hill. Overlooking the point where the Atlantic Ocean meets the Caribbean Sea, less than 100 cottages and villas have been nested into the vegetation for absolute privacy and calm. Custom built wooden furniture, window seats, and bathtubs with ornate feet will make the resort feel like a step back in time. Guests can longe languidly by the infinity pool or dine on local produce at The Kitchen, with decor inspired by the days of sugar cane production.

Former-plantation stays: Many of Nevis’s former plantations have been transformed into boutique, ultra-exclusive hotels for small numbers of guests. A great incentive option, they include Montpelier Plantation and Beach, where Princess Diana once stayed; Golden Rock Inn, which maintains, and incorporates,
many of the plantation’s original features; and The Hermitage, featuring a series of quaint and unique cottages nestled among the greenery.

Where to host your event

Brimstone Hill Fortress National Park: Straddling the hillside, the imposing Brimstone Hill Fortress holds coveted UNESCO World Heritage Site status. The dark and imposing basalt stone structure is situated over several different levels,
contrasting starkly with the verdant green surroundings and intense blue of the Caribbean sea and sky. There are a couple of outdoor event spaces, the largest being The Parade Level, a large, flat grassy area on one of the lower fortress levels
which can hold up to 300 guests. This setting is ideal for drinks, as the sun sets dramatically over the ocean.

Palms Court Gardens: Unique, quirky and flamboyant are just some of the adjectives that best describe this ocean-side restaurant and bar, with views over the multicoloured buildings of Basseterre. One acre of resplendent gardens feature vivid flowers and exotic plants in full bloom; cherubic fountains softly trickling water; and an assortment of unusual statues from Greek nudes to mythological fairies. Although its spaces include a Sky Deck for 30, indoor Dining Area for 24 and Patio for 22 diners, cocktails by the pool- which spill into the gardens- come highly recommended, for up to 200.

Carambola Beach Club: This vibey restaurant cum event space is a popular sunbathing spot for both visitors and locals. Able to accommodate intimate groups in its private dining room, it also features a massive Sunset Deck used to catering for large cruise ship groups, fulfilling the promise of a Caribbean sunset with dinner. For the best of Caribbean barefoot beach life, host an event on the Ocean Deck, or directly on the sands.

St Kitts Marriott Beach Resort: For large event delegate groups, the Marriott is functional, friendly and only minutes from the airport. There are 15 event spaces catering to all manner of indoor and outdoor soirees, spanning over 54,719 feet, with the largest space able to host 1,500 delegates. For delegate downtime, there’s an onsite casino, private beach with cabanas, extensive Emerald Mist spa, and a host of food options from sushi to Italian.