THE FACTS ABOUT SABA

This is by far the Caribbean's least spoilt inhabited island, spectacular both above and below the water. Several hiking trails carved around Mount Scenery connect the major settlements. You'll meet Divers (there are 28 moored dive sites), hikers, day-trippers Cheap nights El Momo (00 599 416 2265; www.elmomo.com). Doubles from US$70. Ecolodge Rendez-Vous (00 599 416 3348; www.ecolodgesaba.com). Cottages from US$65. Pampered nights Queen's Gardens (00 599 416 3494; www.queensaba.com). Villas from US$200 Top tables Gate House (00 599 416 2416); Rainforest Restaurant (00 599 416 3888) and Brigadoon (00 599 416 2380). Good deal Tuesday and Friday barbecue nights at Swinging Doors (00 599 416 2506). Wheels Call Manny for a reliable taxi (00 599 416 5082) Hazards The turbulent 75-minute ferry ride to the island; steep, slippery hiking trails. Advice Visit www.sabatourism.com