AUTUMN 2011I sea&iI43topfivePINK PARROT, ST BARTH'S For an unforgettable taste of barefoot island life, sample the specials at the Pink Parrot. Located at the TomBeach Hotel on St Jean beach, this bar is more casual and relaxed than many of its peers but earns pointsbecause of it. A fantastic selection of rum cocktails are expertly mixed to quench your thirst, and the bar'sidyllic situation on the beach means you can take full advantage of sipping the irresistible creationswith the sand between your toes- what more could one ask for?www.tombeach.comTOP TIPNip down to the beach for a muscle-soothing massage in between cocktails

44Isea&iIAUTUMN 2011NIKKI BEACH, ST BARTH'SNikki Beach (a club concept that graces many of the most desirable waterfronts worldwide) has brought its luxurious beach-lounge formula to theCaribbean. Its setup on St Jean beach may be more relaxed and smaller thanits international counterparts yet this is perhaps the most famousand exclusive of all its venues. Low beds, teepees, plush pillows and anabundance of white make this one of the most chic places to sunbathe andsocialise. It also has an extensive cocktail list, delicious cuisine and a trulycontagious party atmosphere. www.nikkibeach.com/stbarthsTOP TIPAfter hours, head to the nearby Casa Nikki supper club to dine and dance until the early hoursBASIL'S BAR, MUSTIQUE Named after its larger-than-life proprietor, Basil's Bar has become somethingof an institution, both within and beyond the Caribbean waters of Mustique.Its legendary punch has wet the whistles of the rich and famous for the last30 years but its delicious cocktailsare not the only reason this bar has earnedan international reputation. Situated on stilts on the water's edge withincredible ocean views, Basil's Bar perfectly reflects the charm of theCaribbean and its relaxed, welcoming atmosphere ensures peoplekeep coming back for more.www.basilsmustique.comTOP TIPDon't miss the Mustique Blues Festival at Basil's from 25 January to 8 February 2012