Bequia, Grenadine Islands

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Bequia is the largest island in the chain of islands commonly referred to as the Grenadines, which in turn are part of St. Vincent. Long known to sailors, today Bequia is being discovered by travelers seeking that slow pace of life that is becoming harder and harder to find in the Caribbean. Bequia's long seafaring heritage is a common thread of the long time residents. Practically every Bequia family has some connection to the sea whether it is from fishing, boat building, or whaling. Bequia is blessed with many beautiful beaches, the most famous being the Princess Margaret Beach located just outside the main town of Port Elizabeth. Bequia is also known for the eclectic residential area of "Moonhole" whose "Flinstonesque" houses are molded to the landscape and made of local stone, wood, and anything else that happens to float up on the beach.

Note: Bequia is an anchorage port, passengers transfer to shore via ship's tender.

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Points of Interest

  • Turtle Sanctuary
  • Mustique
  • Princess Margaret Beach
  • Port Elizabeth
  • Beaches
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  • Turtle Sanctuary

    The sanctuary is a labor of love of Mr. Orton "Brother" King who left his livelihood of a skin-diver fisherman to start the Old Hegg Turtle Sanctuary in an effort to save the endangered hawksbill sea turtle. Through the years he has released over 2,000 three-year-old hawksbills. He operates this sanctuary as a non-profit organization and people can visit with him and his beloved turtles.

  • Mustique

    Mustique is a private island located near Bequia and it is without a doubt one of the most exclusive islands in the world. Many of the world's rich and famous have a home on the island. Visit Mustique on a ship's tour and who knows, visitors may just run into one of the rich and famous at the island's favorite watering hole, Basil's, located overlooking the water at Britannia Bay.

    *Note: Due to private events being held on Mustique on Boxing Day, the tour to the island will not be available.

  • Princess Margaret Beach

    Princess Margaret Beach is easily accessible by either road or water taxi from Port Elizabeth. It features a beautiful white sand beach and calm, clear water ideal for swimming. The best way to experience the beach is on a ship's tour.

    *Note: Due to operational reasons, the tour to Princess Margaret Beach will not be available. Guests can visit the beach independently.

  • Port Elizabeth

    Port Elizabeth is the main town located on the shore of Admiralty Bay where passengers tender ashore. Along the waterfront there are many quaint boutiques, souvenir shops, bars, and restaurants.

  • Beaches

    Relax, explore, stroll along the beach, snorkel and swim in the turquoise blue waters on the shores of this great island.

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