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Sint Eustatius, affectionately known to its residents as Statia, is a Dutch Caribbean island located in the northern Leeward Islands portion of the West Indies. It is southeast of the Virgin Islands, immediately southeast to Saba and immediately northwest of Saint Kitts and Nevis. This Caribbean island is largely unaffected by regional tourism trends and crowds. It offers a clean, untouched landscape, where visitors can get a feel of what the Caribbean was like 25-30 years ago - a truly authentic and unique experience! The calm, pristine way of life and extremely low crime rate, along with coral reefs, warm weather and friendly inhabitants are just some of the draws to St. Eustatius. 

History
St. Eustatius was founded by Christopher Columbus in 1493, but it wasn't until 1636 that the Dutch took control of this tiny island. During the 17th and 18th centuries, St. Eustatius was a very popular trading port, bringing thousands of ships to its shores and consisting of 20,000 inhabitants. As the 19th century neared, the island lost its importance in trade and became somewhat of a forgotten land. Luckily, in the 1960's and 70's, residents began to realize the significance of their island and culture, and preservation efforts began. Today, St. Eustatius is a sought out destination for the history minded travelers and those looking for a Caribbean experience unlike no other.

Useful Links
Visit the website of the St. Eustatius Tourism Authority for more information about this Caribbean destination.

Note: Information provided on this page were derived from a combination of internal research and readily-available outside sources, such as destination tourism offices, official press releases and marketing media kits.