A must for anyone willing to experience the North's entertainment capital to the full, the Big One is a thrilling roller-coaster ride that is simply not to be missed. The ride is rather popular, so prepare for a possible wait in line, but the breathtaking adventure afterwards is definitely worth it.

Mardi Gras and Carnival have long been the marquee events in New Orleans, with the first recorded parade taking place in 1837. Attracting hundreds of thousands of people each year, these festivities trace their origins to French traditions—Mardi Gras translates to "Fat Tuesday" in French. Carnival officially kicks off on January 6th (Epiphany) and unfolds over several weeks, beginning with elaborate, invitation-only balls hosted by krewes (private clubs), where debutantes are introduced to society. The excitement builds in the final weeks, leading up to Mardi Gras, with the famous street parades filling the city with colorful costumes, floats, and lots of music.

The Roman Odeon is an ancient open-air theatre. Used in the 2nd and 3rd centuries, its floor, wings, and orchestra pit are still in very good condition. Today, the theatre hosts a variety of cultural events.

As Port Zante is located right in Basseterre's city centre, getting there by ferry or taxi is relatively easy. There are also mini vans called "route taxis" If you are going to Port Zante in a route taxi, look for one that has "Basseterre" written on the front sign. Once you board the minibus, you can tell the driver that you want to go to Port Zante. The minibus will drop you off at the bus terminal in downtown Basseterre, and from there it's just a 10-minute walk to Port Zante. You can ask locals for directions or follow the signs to the cruise ship terminal. From the airport: Head southeast on Airport Road Turn right onto the Island Main Rd Continue straight onto the Kim Collins Highway Turn left onto Wellington Road Turn left onto Cayon Street Turn right onto Fort Street Turn left onto Liverpool Row Turn right onto the entrance road to Port Zante From Frigate Bay: Head northeast on the Frigate Bay Road Turn right onto the Kim Collins Highway Turn left onto Wellington Road Turn left onto Cayon Street Turn right onto Fort Street Turn left onto Liverpool Row Turn right onto the entrance road to Port Zante From Basseterre: Head south on Bay Road Turn left onto Fort Street Turn right onto Liverpool Row Turn right onto the entrance road to Port Zante From Charlestown, Nevis: Take the Nevis ferry to Basseterre Head south on Bay Road Turn left onto Fort Street Turn right onto Liverpool Row Turn right onto the entrance road to Port Zante