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30 lis 2016 · Bequia, one of the more off the beaten track islands in the already remote Grenadine Islands in the Caribbean, is a world away from international resorts and fake smiles. Here island life goes on as it always has, at a snail’s pace, between the steep green mountains and white sand bays.
History. The island, only nine miles south of St. Vincent (known as the “Mainland” to locals) was first settled by the Arwak people. The Arwaks were eventually eliminated by the Caribs, a warlike race who took over the island and named it “Becouya,” meaning “Island of Clouds.”
22 lut 2024 · Instructors will bring you close to fan corals, turtles, lobsters, eels, seahorses, and more, and group sizes err on the small side. For travelers looking to explore a hidden Caribbean gem, Bequia unquestionably fits the bill. Here's what you need to know about the island.
The NEW official website of the Bequia Tourism Association - information on flights, hotels, villa rentals, apartments, scuba diving, sailing, yacht charters, history, all on this friendly Caribbean island in the St. Vincent Grenadines.
Bequia (/ ˈbɛkwiː / BEK-wee or / ˈbɛkweɪ / BEK-way) is the largest island in the Grenadines at 7 square miles (18 km 2). It is part of the country of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines and is approximately 15 kilometres (9.3 mi) from the nation's capital, Kingstown, on the main island, Saint Vincent. Bequia means "island of the clouds" in ...
Explore the island’s stunning beaches, such as Macaroni Beach and Lagoon Bay, or visit the Mustique Company for a guided tour to learn about the island’s history and conservation efforts. Day trips to Mustique can be arranged via ferry services or private charters from Bequia.
19 cze 2018 · The maritime trades of fishing, whaling and boat building established themselves as Bequia’s primary industries and, by the late 1800s, our island boasted two whaling stations and a reputation as the boat building capital of the West Indies.
