Petit Pleasures By George Kalogerakis, Oct. 2002 An Island unto Yourself. Petit St. Vincent in the Grenadines, just off the coast of Venezuela, is one of the last remaining unspoiled Caribbean islands. In the end, the red flag, and what it represents is the real draw. Run it up the bamboo pole outside your villa on Petit St. Vincent, and it sends the signal that you want to be left in peace - peace being the main attraction for many on this lush, flowering, 113-acre private island in the West Indies. Some 22 stone cottages are scattered among the hills and beaches, and they’re perfectly designed to relax in, with terra-cotta floors, peaked hardwood ceilings, and sliding glass doors. Each is equipped with sitting room, bedroom, dressing room, and sundeck - but no phone and no TV. Instead, you will be reduced to hiking to the summit of Marni Hill to take in the splendid views; walking or jogging along the periphery path; snorkeling, swimming, windsurfing, waterskiing, sailing, kayaking, or fishing from the docks or beaches; playing a little tennis; or simply repairing to your hammock to reflect on life and its intricacies.