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In Japan’s capital, youth dress up—and let loose—in over-the-top themed establishments.

Far above the plains where lions roam, there’s another Kenya, where life moves slowly and the people run fast. Writer Matt Gross tries to keep up.

Nonprofit founder, Joe Rosli Sidek, showcases the diverse culture that is George Town, Malaysia through his favorite places to visit.

Sugar, slavery, and the colonial legacy of constant sparring partners England and France are all woven into the history of St. Kitts, where a still formidable (and highly Instagram-able) hilltop fortress has stood guard for more than 300 years.

St. Lucia offers a wide range of dining options, from rollicking local fish fries and casual beachside meals to candlelit dinners with views of the Pitons.

For an immersive shopping experience, visit the craft and food markets in St. Kitts’ capital city, Basseterre. There are also several small boutiques and galleries around the island for bringing a bit of St. Kitts home with you, including the colorful Caribelle Batik factory.

St. Kitts may be a small island, but it has a lot to love, from a lively capital city to historic sites to beautiful beaches. Build the perfect visit around these 12 great attractions and activities.

While small in size, St. Kitts offers a surprisingly wide range of accommodations, from a resort set on a working farm to a big-name hotel with urban style. Visitors can also look forward to top-notch amenities, like infinity pools and golf courses.

St. Kitts has beaches with bars, beaches with resorts, and beaches with nothing to distract you but the sound of the surf rolling over the sand. This variety also extends to the island’s other attractions, which include historic sites, outdoor activities like hiking and golf, and just enough nightlife to keep things interesting without disturbing St. Kitts’ sweet sense of tranquility.

St. Kitts serves a full plate of dining options, from fresh vegetables at Belle Mont Farm to Caribbean lobster hot off the grill at the beach bars on The Strip. Visitors can also look forward to elegant dining at waterfront restaurants like the Spice Mill and a stylish scene in the evolving Christophe Harbour area.

While there are a growing number of beach resorts on St. Kitts, you can still find plenty of secluded sands around the island when you want to disappear for a few hours. Visitors can also look forward to sunbathing on the black sand of Dieppe Bay, spotting dolphins on Turtle Beach, or snorkeling over shipwrecks in White House Bay.

St. Lucia is home to incredible biodiversity, from dense rain forests in the heart of the island to dramatic volcanic landscapes by the sea. When visiting, be sure to explore beyond the beaches to discover lush botanical gardens, tropical forests full of birds, rushing waterfalls, and even a drive-in volcano.

St. Vincent has a long, rather tumultuous history, during which English and French colonists fought tooth and nail with local Carib Indians—and then with one another. Today, everyone gets along just fine, but visiting the island’s historical sites helps put things in perspective.

While shopping may not be the primary reason to visit St. Vincent and the Grenadines, visitors looking for authentic souvenirs will find several charming boutiques as well as intriguing crafts at local markets.