des moines intl airport The next fishing village to the south, Laborie, is a giant step back to the past. Walk around the wa

The next fishing village to the south, Laborie, is a giant step back to the past. Walk around the waterfront to see the colorful boats and chat with the friendly fishermen. Then, buy some fresh bread and drinks and hike (or drive the rocky, potholed road) up Morne Le Blanc for a picnic. You ll have majestic views of Vieux Fort and the island s southern plains from the shaded rest area at the summit.

Anse la Libert is a new campground run by the National Trust, which is located des moines intl airport just south of the small west-coast town of Canaries. So far, the grounds have a dozen tents, a few teepees, some basic bathing facilities, and four miles of nature trails. The 133-acre camp slopes down to a lovely bay, which you can reach on a 15-minute hike along a narrow path cut through thick vegetation. You must be accompanied by a Trust-trained guide, des moines intl airport who will point out some of the 80 species of plants des moines intl airport and 17 species of birds that inhabit the area. Arrange for a campsite or guide by calling the Trust, 758-452-5005.