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Ladies Leading The Way
Ladies Leading The WayWarm sunshine greetings from Nisbet Plantation! With the recent addition of Mary Jo Ryan as General Manager of Nisbet Plantation, the management team at the Caribbean's only plantation inn on the beach is now all ladies! Mary Jo Ryan joins Pam...
Nevis Tourism Industry Awards
Nisbet Plantation Named 2019 Hotel of the Year It is with tremendous gratitude to announce Nisbet Plantation Beach Club is named the Nevis Ministry of Tourism’s 2019 Hotel of the Year. Additionally, bartender extraordinaire Dan Perkins was presented with a Long...
30+ Years of Service at Nisbet
Many of you know that we take great pride in our 5-star staff and service at Nisbet Plantation. We truly believe it is the personalities of our intimate, Caribbean resort that make your vacation so memorable and so special. As Nisbet Plantation celebrates 30 years...
Celebrating 30 Years at Nisbet Plantation
In 1988, Bermudian hotelier David Dodwell Sr. took an unplanned day trip from St. Kitts over to smaller, quieter sister island, Nevis. It was a trip that changed many people’s lives forever. A hidden gem to dust off Touring the island on his own, Mr. Dodwell made his...
Tiffany & Chad Make Permanent Their Love for Nisbet Plantation
In 2017, U.S.-based Tiffany and Chad of Virginia made the promise of a lifetime to one another along the Avenue of the Palms. As they approached their one-year anniversary this past November and with plans to return to the resort to celebrate, they took their love one...
30th Anniversary Contest
About the Contest This year marks the 30th anniversary of hotelier David Dodwell’s ownership of Nisbet Plantation, and we are celebrating this milestone with monthly vacation giveaways! Each month throughout 2019, a different quiz question will be posted on...
Wait, where’s Nevis?
"Nevis? Hmm I have no idea where that is." While you may have heard of the Caribbean island of Nevis, like many, you might not know where it is. Here is some information about Nevis that might help you plan your next visit: Nevis is part of the dual-island nation, St....
2018 Holiday Activities at Nisbet Plantation
Celebrate the joys of this year's festive season at Nisbet Plantation! You'll find The Great House halls decked with wreaths and bows, and lights glowing from the Christmas tree! Trade in the snow for sand and your sweaters for swim suits, as you escape the stresses...
Wayne “Chet” Perkins: Celebrating 34 Years at Nisbet Plantation
The Ultimate Engineer If you know Chet, then you know "he is your man!" Wayne Perkins, better known by his nickname, Chet, is one of the longest standing members of Nisbet's staff along with his brother, Dan. Chet has been working for the resort for 34 years! A member...
Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards Winner 2018
Condé Nast Traveler just announced its 2018 Readers' Choice Awards and Nisbet Plantation Beach Club is once again on the list! The results of the 31st annual CNT Readers' Choice Awards are in, and this year Nisbet is ranked among the Top 50 Resorts in the Caribbean....
An Evening with Poet, Camryn Bruno
“Fabulous!” “Inspiring!” “Incredible!” Last evening, guests gathered around the Great House living room and soaked in the sentiments of Caribbean poet Camryn Bruno. Hailing from Tobago, Camryn is currently in Nevis participating in the island’s annual Culturama...
Travel + Leisure Honors Nisbet Plantation Among “World’s Best”
Travel + Leisure magazine just announced its 2018 World’s Best Awards and Nisbet Plantation Beach Club is once again on the list. The eight-time award winner is the only St. Kitts-Nevis resort to be named to this year’s coveted list. The intimate Nevis resort is...
Staff Spotlight: Kadmiel “Kaddy” Simmonds
Bartender Extraordinaire Once you meet Kaddy Simmonds, you have a connection for life. Kaddy has been a bartender for 18 years at Nisbet. While he has a knack for concocting delicious cocktails, he’s most known for remembering guests’ names, faces and favorite drinks...
Winners: Summer 2018 Giveaways at Nisbet Plantation
Contest Rules From May – October 2018, Nisbet Plantation is conducting a monthly drawing where one lucky guest receives $500 to help cover airfare. OR, winners can trade their $500 to double their prize value —and receive $1,000 in resort credit to be applied toward...
Roslyn Jeffers Accepts Hospitality Service Award
Exciting news! The Nevis Ministry of Tourism has recognized our Dining Supervisor, Roslyn Jeffers, for Long Service in the Hospitality Sector. Roslyn has provided 29 years of continuous service at our resort. The Ministry of Tourism Awards Gala and Dance recognized...
Experience Nevis’ 44th Culturama
Our island's summer excitement begins with the Nevis Mango and Food Festival and continues with Culturama 44, July 26 - August 7. The 44th annual Culturama festival celebrates all aspects of Nevisian arts and culture. Most importantly, this event recognizes the...
Meet: Marva Nisbett
If you've stayed at Nisbet Plantation, chances are you've enjoyed a meal or two at Coconuts and Sea Breeze. While the "breakfast ladies" and beach staff likely charmed you with their warm personalities, this pleasant dining experience actually begins with Marva...
The History of CSR Rum
At Nisbet Plantation, we welcome guests with the refreshing combination of a Ting 'n Sting. Ting is the fizzy grapefruit-flavored soft drink that is popular throughout the Caribbean, and the "Sting" is CSR - a popular Caribbean rum. With its fascinating history,...
Staff Spotlight: Akeem Fredericks
New Beginnings at Nisbet Plantation Akeem Fredericks is one of our newer staff members, and things are off to a great start! He joined the Nisbet team in early 2017, and by November, he was already honored as the Employee of the Month. This award recognized his strong...
2018 Nevis Mango and Food Festival
The 2018 Nevis Mango and Food Festival will be held July 5-8, and it may be the "sweetest" one yet! Nevis grows more than 40 mango varieties, and this island specialty will be celebrated throughout the annual event. From mango pancakes at breakfast, a mango colada on...
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