STATIA: WHAT TO SEE AND DO
SIGHTSEEING:
Trail from windward side up the 1,064 steps to the crest of the central volcano, Mt. Scenery. Botanical hike of Saba Botanito located at Weavers Cottage under the hill in windward side. Trail The Ladder-the long pathway of stone steps leading to Ladder Bay. Sabas Museum/Saba Marial Par
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SPORTS:
Activities:
* Deep sea fishing.
* Diving.
* Hiking trails.
* Scuba diving.
* Sea kayaking.
* Snorkeling.
* Tennis.
CARNIVALS & FESTIVITIES:
* July 21 - Aug 3: Saba Summer Carnival Festival A week long celebration of parades, steel bands, competitions and pure merriment throughout the island.
* Saba Days December 1-3: Saba's Mini Carnival-A long weekend of island wide festivities with competitions, sporting events, BBQs, steel bands and dance contests.
TRANSPORTATION:
Driving is on the right hand side of the road. Rentals available include-Cars.
Staying There
Don’t just take a day trip to Saba, St. Eustatius and St. Barthelemy. Spend a night—or seven. Accommodations are colorful and inviting.
Saba
Willard’s of Saba
800-504-9861
willardsofsaba.com
$250-$700
Built in the spirit of the famed Willard Hotel in Washington, D.C., this Saba landmark offers spectacular views, as well as elegant rooms with balconies and an intimate restaurant with a fireplace.
St. Eustatius
Old Gin House
800-634-4907
oldginhouse.com
$125-$275
Centuries ago, raw cotton was processed or “ginned" on Statia. Relive those days in this comfortable inn, which features antique-filled rooms along with every modern amenity.
St. Barthelemy
Wimco
800-449-1553
wimco.com
Variable weekly rates from about $1,100
Wimco offers villas for rent throughout Europe and the Caribbean, including a large number of properties on St. Barths. Why not vacation like a rock star? It’s the way to go on St. Barths.
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