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The following are Frequently Asked Questions of our guests. If you cannot find an answer to your specific question, please use our FAQ Request Form.

Q:What is the average climate in St. Kitts? What is the average water temperature?
Q: In what time zone is St. Kitts located?
Q:Do you accept US currency in the retail shops?
Q:What is the currency exchange?
Q: What credit cards do you accept in the retail shops?
Q:What is the hour of operation for each retail store?
Q:Are the retail stores cruise ship recommended?
Q:Are towels provided on the snorkeling sail?
Q:Are life jackets available on the vessel?
Q:Is there a bathroom on board?
Q:Is there shade available?
Q:Can I purchase an underwater camera on board the catamaran?
Q:What should I bring aboard the snorkel sail?
Q:What types of fish are we likely to see when we are snorkeling?
Q:What is included in the buffet-style lunch?
Q:I'm new to snorkeling. Is snorkeling instruction provided?
Q:Is equipment included?
Q:May we bring our own alcohol aboard the sails?
Q:Where do we check in for our sails?
Q:I'll be taking a cruise which docks for only a day. Will I have enough time to sail with Red Sail Sports? Also, do you provide transportation to and from the port?
Q:Should I make reservations in advance? If so, how far in advance?
Q:I've dove with Red Sail Sports before. Will you be offering diving services in St. Kitts as well?

Q: What is the average climate in St. Kitts? What is the average water temperature?
A.  St. Kitts averages about 79ºF and is tempered by trade winds. Dry, mild weather is usually experienced from November to April; May to October it's hotter and wetter. The average water temperature is 80º F.

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Q: In what time zone is St. Kitts located?
A. Atlantic Standard: One hour ahead of Eastern Standard Time.

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Q: Do you accept US currency in the retail shops?
A. We accept both US and Eastern Caribbean currency.

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Q: What is the currency exchange?
A. Official currency is the EC dollar, which is valued at a fixed rate of EC $2.70 = $1.00 US.

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Q:  What credit cards do you accept in the retail shops?
A. Red Sail Sports honors MasterCard, Visa, American Express and Discover.

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Q: What are the hours of operation for each retail store?
A. Our retail stores are open from 9:00am - 6:00pm Monday through Saturday; with extended hours to accommodate cruise ship visitors.

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Q: Are the retail stores cruise ship recommended?
A. Yes, we have been shopped and tested for proper representation of merchandise, and will take care of any problems that you may have, even after you return home.

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Q: Are towels provided on the snorkeling sail?
A. No, guests are responsible for their own towels. In case you forget, you may always purchase a towel from either of our retail stores.

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Q: Are life jackets available on the vessel?
A. Yes, our vessel is equipped with life vests for all passengers onboard.

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Q: Is there a bathroom on board?
A. There are 2 brand new “heads” on board the Balia.

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Q: Is there shade available?
A. There is plenty of shade available for those that like to stay undercover.

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Q: Can I purchase an underwater camera on board the catamaran?
A. No, however all sorts of sundries, including underwater cameras are available for purchase in our retail shop.

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Q: What should I bring aboard the snorkel sail?
A. We suggest that you wear your bathing suit and bring plenty of sunscreen, a towel, hat or cap, and an underwater camera. All of which are available for purchase at the Red Sail Sports retail shops if you don’t have your own.

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Q: What types of fish are we likely to see when we are snorkeling?
A. Sea life sights our guests are likely to see include: Hawksbill and Greenback Turtles, Southern Stingrays, Porcupine Fish, Coral, Sea Fans and the variety of other fish life that comes with a healthy reef.

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Q: What is included in the buffet-style lunch?
A. TBA.

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Q: I'm new to snorkeling. Is snorkeling instruction provided?
A. Yes, we have a fully-trained professional crew that will be happy to assist and guide.

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Q: Is equipment included?
A. Yes, mask, fins, and snorkel are included in the per person cost.

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Q: May we bring our own alcohol aboard the sails?
A. Sorry, but no. We do have a complimentary open bar available on board once the snorkeling portion of the trip is complete. Until the snorkeling is complete, sodas and water are available.

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Q: Where do we check in for our sails?
A. The check-in for all sails is located at the Red Sail Sports shop in Port Zante.

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Q: I'll be taking a cruise which docks for only a day. Will I have enough time to sail with Red Sail Sports? Also, do you provide transportation to and from the port?
A. Transportation is not required as we are located at the port itself. All of our trips have been scheduled to easily accommodate those guests arriving via a cruise ship.

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Q: Should I make reservations in advance? If so, how far in advance?
A. There is no set time limit to book. The earlier you book, the better your chances are of availability.

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Q: I've dove with Red Sail Sports before. Will you be offering diving services in St. Kitts as well?
A. At this time we are not offering diving. However, it is our pleasure to recommend a reputable local company with whom you may dive.
 

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If you cannot find an answer to your specific question, please use our FAQ Request Form.