St. Eustatius

Of all the many varied, unique, and amazing types and styles of jewelry found all throughout the Caribbean, none are more uncommon than Statia blue beads.

She was shrouded in clouds and haze. It was 10:30 in the morning and I was absolutely giddy, though it had nothing to do with the silhouette in my sights.

The Old Gin House in St. Eustatius; I've been smitten with the place ever since I first glimpsed her website a couple years ago.

There are eight different trails around and in Quill Volcano and the surrounding Quill/Boven National Park, each offering varying levels of difficulty.