Page 10 - Boca Exposure - May '23

Page 10, Boca Exposure
Travel:

Got Off My Ship ... And Didn’t Want To Get Back On!

Post Cards From Jessica Your Road Map: There’s plenty to

To: Luxury Travelers do in St. Kitts if you are getting tired
of sitting on the beach (hard to believe
From: St. Kitts In The Caribbean that with these beaches). You can visit
Brimstone Hill Fortress National Park
By Jessica Flores. Jessica has (UNESCO World Heritage Site), take
worked in the travel and tourism a scenic three-hour train ride on the St.
industry for well over a decade. Kitts Scenic Railway around the island,
She holds both Bachelors and or explore the rainforest and see the
Master’s Degrees in Hospitality island’s exotic flora and fauna up close.
& Tourism Management. As Fortunately, St. Kitts has some of the
owner of AWAY Travel in Boca best snorkeling and diving sites in the
Raton, Jessica and staff bring Caribbean, including Shipwreck Beach
25 years of personal travel and White House Bay. And if you are
experience to an exclusive a beach lover it doesn’t get any better
clientele looking for luxury than the beautiful white sand beaches here. I will make this kayaking and hiking, and even activities for children. The hotel
travel planning. Ready for your easy for you: Go to Frigate Bay beach, South Friars Bay (my also has a private yacht available for charter, allowing guests
own journey to begin? Visit: www.travelwithaway.com. Email favorite), or the more popular tourist beach, Cockleshell Bay. to explore the neighboring islands of Nevis and St. Barts.
Me: Jessica@travelwithaway.com or call: (877) 493-AWAY. And for you golfers, St. Kitts offers two 18-hole golf Overall, the Park Hyatt St. Kitts offers a luxurious and serene
Pack Your Bags: I have been on countless cruises to the courses, including the Royal St. Kitts Golf Club and the course escape on one of the Caribbean’s most beautiful islands. So, as
Caribbean and love it. But I have to admit that one island at Belle Mont Farm. I was basking on the secluded private beach of the Park Hyatt,
port stop soon starts to look like the previous one on most Wheels Up: For those looking to spend some quality time I kept thinking if it would be worth returning to the cruise ship.
itineraries. That was until I went down the gangway in St. on a small relaxing island away from the hustle and bustle of The only thing that got me going up the gangway was the
Kitts. There is something different about the laid-back vibe the more popular touristy islands, you can’t go wrong with fact that my shoes were still sitting in the cabin’s closet.
you get on this small island. St. Kitts, and especially the Park Hyatt. Wishing You Safe Travels,
Yes ... there are shops. And yes, there are bars and This hotel offers a range of activities, including snorkeling, Jessica
restaurants at the pier. But as soon as you leave this area,
the island feels like an island and not a tourist destination.
The beaches are stunning, the views breathtaking, the slow Boca Public Library Adds Musical
pace of its habitants are welcoming.
Take my word for it: a six-hour port stop here is not
a portion of my time doing a hotel survey for a client wishing Instruments To Collection Available
enough! This was so evident on my last cruise, when I spent

to spend two weeks here.
Hyatt Hotel, I decided I’m coming back without the cruise For Borrowing By Cardholders

Once my private taxi driver dropped us off at the Park
ship!
The Island: First, before I tell you more about this The Boca Raton Public Library’s Services Librarian, “and instruments can be borrowed
magnificent beach resort, I would like to give you a brief tour Downtown and Spanish River branches as easily as taking out a book. Libraries are truly a
of the island. St. Kitts, also known as St. Christopher Island, now offer cardholders the community resource, as you can see with our ever-
is an island in the Caribbean Sea that has a rich history and opportunity to borrow an expanding Library of Things collection.”
fascinating story. assortment of musical In addition to musical instruments, Boca Raton Public
In 1493, Christopher Columbus discovered St. Kitts during instruments that include Library cardholders can check out other Library of Things’
his second voyage to the Americas, but it wasn’t until the early an acoustic guitar, items, such as tabletop games, jigsaw puzzles, chess sets,
17th century that the island was colonized by Europeans. The ukulele, violin, keyboard, folding piano, and electric seeds, cake pans, American Girl dolls, Early Literacy
British and the French both established settlements on the drum kit. Patrons can borrow one instrument at a time Backpacks, STEM Kits, Citizen Science Kits, and mobile
island, with the British ultimately gaining control. for up to two weeks (no renewals), and can place a hold hotspots.
St. Kitts and its neighboring island of Nevis achieved on an instrument if it is checked out. Residents of the City of Boca Raton can request a new
independence from Britain in 1983, forming the nation of “This new collection is perfect for someone who is library card at the Account Services desk at either library
St. Kitts and Nevis. The country is now a popular tourist interested in exploring a new hobby without making a location. A photo ID and proof of residency with a current
destination known for its beaches, natural beauty and significant investment,” notes Helen Silver, Collection address are required.
historical sites.
Your Luxury Hotel: There are several hotels located on
the island of St. Kitts, but my favorite is the luxury resort,
Park Hyatt, which offers stunning ocean views, a spa, multiple Everyone deserves a doctor who they
pools and fine dining.
The hotel features 126 guest rooms, including 48 suites trust and like. One who listens and
and villas, all with private balconies or terraces offering
stunning views of the Caribbean Sea or the mountains of takes their time to answer questions
Nevis. The rooms are elegantly designed with modern
amenities, such as flat-screen TVs, Nespresso coffee makers and address concerns. A doctor who is
and complimentary Wi-Fi.
The hotel’s facilities include two outdoor swimming available when you need them most.
pools, a fitness center, a spa, and a variety of dining options,
including two restaurants and a bar. The Great House
restaurant serves Caribbean-inspired cuisine using locally
sourced ingredients, while the Fisherman’s Village restaurant I provide proactive, preventive, wellness & sick care to
offers fresh seafood and grilled meats. adult patients at my concierge medical practice.
For an even more interesting dining experience, I’m
recommending that you make reservations at the Stone
Barn located on the hotel premises. This is an intimate To discuss your health needs, and my care model, you
venue located in a restored 300-year-old stone barn that
serves Caribbean-inspired small plates and cocktails. are invited to a complimentary meet and greet with
The menu features locally sourced ingredients, including me - by video, phone or, when the pandemic permits,
herbs and fruits grown on the hotel’s property. You’ll love
the décor and the food. in-person at my practice.

Please call 561.368.0191 to schedule your meet and
greet with me. I look forward to meeting you.

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