I am considering a trip to the Four Seasons Nevis in July. I realize nobody can promise good weather, but does anyone have experience in July they can share? Also, I notice that many are against meal plans, but I am traveling with a 6 month old and probably don't want to leave the hotel much - can anyone give me a sense of lunch/dinner cost a la carte? Thanks.

I've been there in July and have had "perfect" weather but there are no guarantees when it come to mother nature. Expect daytime temps in the mid-to-high 80's F. You may encounter the ubiquitious tropical shower but they usually don't last long (10 minutes or less).

You are planning on staying at the Four Seasons so expect to high prices for everything, including meals as nothing is inexpensive at a Four Seasons Resort. Just so you know, they serve the most expensive food on the island. For example, lunch for 2 can be anywhere from about US$45 to US$60 (add more if you consume a lot of alcholic beverages). Dinner for 2 will, at the very least, be $150 and you can easily spend double or triple that especially if you add cocktails and wine.

If you are concerned about food costs you really should consider dining "off resort" as there are plenty of more reasonable dining options on the island that are child friendly. You will, however, need a rental car to get around to most restaurants (they are quite spread out) as taxi fares can add up quickly and negate any saving you might otherwise achieve.

Yes, the prices are high but based on 2004 experierence dinner was $120 and I would rather spend that anount for the quality, at that time, vs. $80 at the 2 other places we had dinner. When you are spending thousands what does an extra $200 mean in the scheme of things.

For more information on Nevis you should visit www.nevisisland.com and www.discover-stkitts-nevis-beaches.com

Weather is usually great in July, with the occasional shower.

A_Traveller - i notice you are a frequent contributor to this board. Do you have an opinion about the 4S vs. Parrot Cay, The Palms (Turks) or The Reefs (Bermuda)? I am brining a 6 month old, if that influences your decision...

I can't comment on Parrot Cay as I've never stayed there but it is on my short list of resorts to visit. Ditto on the Palms, although I did walk the grounds on that property. Personally the T&C's are not to my liking - too flat, no vegetation and I found the locals to be less than friendly.

As for the Reefs vs. Four Seasons there really is no comparison. The Four Seasons wins hands down. 4S has much nicer rooms, better service, far better food, an excellent children's program (not sure how much that means for someone with a 6 month old), beautiful grounds and a much more attractive palm tree lined beach. The only strong point for the Reefs is the sand on the beach is white/pink and the color of the waters surrounding Bermuda is bright torquoise while on Nevis the sand is darker and the waters are steel blue. Don't misunderstand the Reefs is a very nice resort but it's just not in the class with the Four Seasons. By the way, getting around Bermuda might be expensive when doing it with a 6 month old. Tourists can only use scooters, buses or taxis and the latter are expensive.

To StanKase - 4S food prices have increased considerably since 2004. I was there earlier this year and stand by my estimates. Of course, one can always omit an appetiser or desert and choose the least expensive entree and the cost for dinner for two could be less than $150 but realistically speaking you are fooling yourself if you think you can dine at the resort for the lower amount consistantly. I do agree with you that, in general, anyone who can afford the daily tarrif for the Four Seasons probably shouldn't be too concerned about the price of the meals. But then again there are those who stretch their budget to stay in better resorts and they are not "foodies" so inexpensive dining options are something they desire.