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BEQUIA
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In Carib, Bequia (pronounced 'Beck-way') means 'island of clouds', but this islet is all about the sea. Many of the 6,000 inhabitants fish, work for the merchant navy, crew yachts or run water taxis. Peaceful and hassle-free, and with some spectacularly empty beaches, the island also has a surprising range of hotels and restaurants.

Stay for more
The Italian-run Plantation House (00 39 0198 59750; www.hotel-plantation.net; doubles from US$214) has stand-alone cabanas.

Stay for less
Rooms in the original house at Frangipani come with shared bathrooms (00 1 784 458 3255; www.frangipanibequia.com; doubles from US$45)

Top tables
Port Hole (00 1 784 458 3458) for grilled swordfish; Moskito at the Friendship Bay Hotel (00 1 784 458 3222) for the Wednesday lobster feast.

Must do
Hang out in any of the wooden bus stops to chat with the locals.

Wheels
A Jeep is a must; get one from Challenger Rental (00 1 784 458 3811).

Hazards
Inconspicuous speed bumps; sporadic water restrictions.

Take
A camera for the panoramic views of Admiralty Bay from the road up to Mount Pleasant.

More info
Visit www.bequiatourism.com
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