It’s Paradise. GO GO GO Visit Bequia, a beautiful 7 mile island in St. Vincent, The Grenadines! I was gifted the most amazing trip over Christmas and New Years that I have to shamelessly promote this hidden gem of heaven on earth in the Eastern Caribbean.
First of all, staying in a private villa is the way to go! There are not big resorts or trendy tourists so it’s best to get to know to know the lay of the land before you go. I stayed at “Villa Bellegarde Le Pompes By the Sea” in Friendship Bay which has a few available upcoming rental dates if you’re interested PM for details. I’d be happy to connect you with the owners! Always ask about Budget Friendly Rates & Tailored Packages, it’s a very negotiable kind of people eager to please guests and host new visitors generously.
Very affordable all Inclusive Amenities included everything from private driver (highly suggested), private island tours (highly suggested), full kitchen/meals (YUM, try the bread fruit, goat cheese, fresh butter on fresh bread ommgeeee, and of course the local favorite King fish, fresh Lobster & Berracuda). I had a stocked frig/bar (highly suggested), introductions to highly connected people of influence (I’m shy so I don’t care about that part, but it’s an option if networking is your thing – there are HUGE business opportunities on the island for entrepreneurs to bring their skills and ideas to grow the economy more is appreciated…) and just about everything you could want for a red carpet ready vacation experience and then some! All you have to do is ask and be kind in doing so. The people of Bequia create a true Heaven on Earth. Especially coming from the US turbulent political times infused with so much hateraide and divisiveness. Human kindness was a special gift I found in Bequia. #LovedIT
Neighboring islands by ferry or boat taxi are, Mustique is know for its celebrity millionaires and Canuaun known or its billionaires – both are very secluded and not much to do on those islands but stalk rich people’s highly secured and gated compounds. Bequia is really perfect for everyone of any status! Its the favorite island in between both for the perfect mix of fun for everyone of every status, classy casual simple living with over 32 restaurants, clean beaches, shops & local flare everyone just comes together in Bequia for a genuine down to earth awesome time! Very eclectic mix of cultures, full of expats, locals, Europeans all there to live, work and retire – in what feels like heaven. But on earth.
St. Vincent, Kingstown is a much more crowded bustling urban city where most of the natural farming and other resources to local islands is sent from by ferry like you’d expect. Visit Barbados for the hipsters city vibe & hot techno dance scene, and where most fly into before making their way to Bequia. Every island has a different personality, so do your homework before you go and choose an island to play and stay on according to your preferences. I actually landed on St. Lucia before I took a puddle jumper over and it more resort feeling and more tourist feeling but very beautiful – they all are very beautiful islands. Traveling solo to certain places can be weird, or harder than other places. I loved every part of this trip. I felt welcomed and free to be me, I made lots of friends and business connections so that’s always a win win for me! I’ll be back very soon!
I stayed in a villa rental, most visitors do as it’s not a resort town with many hotels so you need to do the research ahead of time and talk to people “in voice” vs. email to find the best places that might not be advertised. Locals will help connect you to other locals. My rental was a large one bedroom Villa apartment that has 2 queen/2 single beds + luxury master bathroom perfect for an “oooh la la lovers escape”, a 4 person girl friend trip or small family get away! It included WIFI/cable TV (which I never even turned on the TV), gorgeous open and very comfortable living space, private terrace perched right on the ocean, two levels of sun bathing lounge chairs to gaze under the moon light full of shooting stars beside a crackling fire pit and great conversation. And very cute dogs who keep watch over the place named Pablo Waldo and Snowey. They chase lizards, goats and roosters. They are as friendly as all of the island people. So welcoming an sweet.
Also within 5 minute walking distance to crystal clear blue waters of everyone’s favorite Friendship Beach for dining/dancing to steel drums, snorkeling, kayaking, body surfing, and if you would like to include a day pass to Bequia Beach Hotel gym/spa/pool it can be arranged with the right connections. Anything is possible if you just ask nicely (shhh)!
OR, just sit by the ocean like I did with a good book and rum punch relaxing to the sound of waves and cool breezes. You will love Bequia’s charm, tropical mountain top ocean views, amazingly fresh local food, fun, music & the ultimate R & R! It really is the friendliest island on the planet! Be sure to book a day cruise on the famous Friendship Rose too!! #IslandTime! #Bequia #SVG
BEQUIA LINKS TO KEEP AN EYE ON IF YOU GO:
http://bellegardeestates.com/ – (where I found my amazing villa apartment rental)
https://www.facebook.com/peppy.lepieu?fref=ts – (owner and renter of villas)
http://www.svgsothebysrealty.com/eng – (where I found my dream home)
http://www.bequiatourism.com/ – (where I found local things to do and see)
http://www.friendshiprose.com/ – (a day cruise you must do if you visit)
https://www.tripadvisor.com/SmartDeals-g147383-Bequia_St_Vincent_and_the_Grenadines-Hotel-Deals.html – (just research)
http://www.svgair.com/ – (FLIHT ISLAND HOPPING IS FAST & FUN!)
That’s all for this post friends. Thank you for following and please PM me if you’d like me to connect you to the amazing people I met while I was there! They will love you too!
Beautiful Bequia! It's Paradise. GO GO GO Visit Bequia, a beautiful 7 mile island in St. Vincent, The Grenadines!
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