
Life in Bequia
A handy calendar of events, aptly entitled "Bequia This Week", is published on the island every Friday. This brightly coloured information sheet gives visitors invaluable information about "what's on where and when", local businesses a chance to promote their services, and the community a forum in which to publicise local happenings such as basketball matches, charity events, Bequia Music Fest, Easter Regatta, Crafts Fairs, Carnival, Rotary Club activities and Tourism Association news. Available at the Tourism Office, hotels and guest houses, banks, Revenue Office, shops, bars and restaurants - or online! https://www.begos.com/
Business
open hours
As a general guide you can expect the following:
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Banks: 8am – 2pm (Mon to Thu) & 8am – 5pm (Fri)
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Shops: 8.00/8.30am – 5pm (Mon to Fri) & 8.30am – 1pm (Sat)
Some will also be open on Sunday in high season.
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Supermarkets: 8am – 6pm (Mon – Sat & Sun mornings in high season)
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Pharmacy: 8am – 7pm (Mon – Thu), 8am – sundown (Fri), 6pm – 8pm (Sat), 9am – 12pm (Sun)
Ferry Timetable
Departing Kingstown → Bequia
Admiral Ferries (784) 458-3348
WhatsApp: (784)534-7707
admiralferries.com | admiralferries@gmail.com
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Monday to Thursday: 11:45 am, 4:00 pm
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Friday: 7:45 am, 4:00 pm
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Saturday: 8:00 am, 11:00 am, 5:30 pm
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Sunday & Public Holidays: 8:00 am, 5:30 pm
Bequia Express (784) 457-3539
bequiaexpress.com | info@bequiaexpress.com
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Monday to Friday: 8:00 am, 10:30 am, 1:00 pm, 4:00 pm, 6:00 pm
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Saturday: 8:00 am, 11:00 am, 5:00 pm, 6:00 pm
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Sunday & Public Holidays: 8:00 am, 6:00 pm
Departing Bequia
Kingstown
Admiral Ferries
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Monday to Thursday: 6:30 am, 2:00 pm
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Friday: 6:30 am, 9:15 am, 4:00 pm
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Saturday: 6:30 am, 9:15 am, 4:00 pm
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Sun & Public Holidays: 6:30 am, 4:00 pm
Bequia Express
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Monday to Friday: 6:30 am, 8:30 am, 9:30 am, 1:00 pm, 4:30 pm
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Saturday: 6:30 am, 8:30 am, 1:00 pm, 4:30 pm
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Sun & Public Holidays: 6:30 am, 4:30 pm
Daily Flights Saint Lucia Bequia
Airport: Hewanorra International Airport (UVF)
Approximate duration: 45 minutes
Flight times:
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Saint Lucia to Bequia: 16:15
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Bequia to Saint Lucia: 11:50
Notes:
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Children aged 10 and under are eligible for a reduced fare.
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The first infant under 2 years travels free. Additional infants are charged at the child fare.
Daily Flight Barbados Bequia
Approximate duration: 50 minutes
Frequency: Two direct scheduled flights per day
Flight times (Winter Schedule: 1st November – 8th March):
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Barbados to Bequia: 13:30 and 16:30
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Bequia to Barbados: 10:40 and 14:30
Important information:
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International travellers are advised to arrive at the airport at least one hour prior to their inter-island connection.
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The afternoon flight may be temporarily removed during the late low season (e.g., September).
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Passengers overnighting in Barbados may be subject to a departure tax.
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Reduced fares apply for children aged 2–9 and infants under 2 years
Flying to the islands is easy
American Airlines, Air Canada, Virgin Atlantic, Conviasa and Liat airlines fly direct into St Vincent’s 'Argyle International Airport' (Airport code SVD) from Miami, Toronto and London and regional areas such as Barbados, Trinidad etc Bequia is a 50 min ferry from St Vincent.
Credit cards and currenbcy
Major credit cards are accepted by most hotels, car rental companies, and shops. The Eastern Caribbean Dollar (EC$) is the local currency in Bequia and is tied in value to the US dollar. It is advisable to exchange currency at the bank, as the most favourable exchange rates may not be obtained elsewhere. Many establishments will accept payments in US Dollars with change being given in local currency.
However please note that smaller establishments, or beach/street vendors, may only accept EC Dollars. We suggest you take US$ exchange them for local currency if required. There are two 24-hour ATM machines in Port Elizabeth at the bank.
Clothing
Casual, light comfortable clothing is appropriate during the day as well as in the evening and the emphasis is always on very casual clothing. Beachwear should not be worn in the streets or stores. You should also be aware that it is an offence for anyone, including children, to dress in camouflage clothing. Nude bathing is illegal.
