Venezuela-born patron Tiqui Atencio is one of the world’s most influential art collectors, with a passion for modern and contemporary Pre-Columbian and Latin American art. Her passion is not just reflected in her amazing collection, but also in the variety of institutional positions she holds.In addition to being an ex-officio trustee of the Guggenheim Museum and chair of the museum’s International Director’s Council, she is also the founder and chair of the Tate’s Latin American Acquisition Committee, to name but a few of her current roles.And she’s just added the title of author to her ever growing list of achievements, having recently published an intriguing, thrilling selection of stories from art world insiders, titled “Could Have, Would Have, Should Have: Inside the World of the Art Collector.”Tiqui Atencio took time from her busy schedule to tell BLOUIN ARTINFO what makes Mustique Island in St Vincent and the Grenadines such a special place for her, and to reveal her tips on the best places to visit, eat, stay, and shop on the island.What is your favorite holiday or travel destination and why?Mustique Island, my home for 40 years. It’s paradise on earth, with the best energy in the world.Where would you head to in Mustique to find new inspiration in life and work?I would take an early morning walk around the island and stop to swim in the calm waters of Lagoon Beach.What are your recommendations for accommodation and must-visit places in Mustique?Stay at The Cotton House boutique hotel or the guest house Firefly Mustique. But I highly recommend renting a villa through The Mustique Company Rental Agency.Take walks around the island to discover its fabulous beaches. Go to the local village church service to listen to gospel music. Charter a small boat and make day trips to the neighboring islands. Go to Tobago Cays to swim with the sea turtles. Go to Bequia island to eat a good lobster pizza at Mac’s Pizzeria. Go to St Vincent to see the Falls of Baleine and swim in their pure waters. Or trek through the rainforest and climb up La Soufrière volcano. Visit the Botanical Gardens.What restaurants, bars, and cafes would you recommend in Mustique?The Beach Café at The Cotton House to have lunch by the sea; their restaurant for dinner and piano bar.Basil’s Bar  and Firefly for tea or drinks and to watch the sunset. On Wednesday nights, Basil’s Bar for the “Jump Up” and to eat suckling pig and dance under the moon.The local bars – Lisa’s, Selwyn’s, and Pecky’s for after-hours parties and dancing.Where would you head to in Mustique for the best shopping and what would you buy? In Mustique, there are very few places to shop, but the few that we have usually carry both very exotic and practical things. The Purple House and Pink House Boutiques, Basil’s, The Cotton House Boutique, and Auntie Pat’s Boutique carry beautiful clothes that are imported from all over the world, so you will find kaftans, pareos, sandals, linen shirts, dresses and trousers, bathing suits, handbags, as well as beautiful objects and jewelry. I always find things that are so different from what you can find in any other place in the world, that are just perfect for the climate and the style of the island.We are very proud of our famous local designer Lotty Bunbury (Lotty B) who dresses us all: men, ladies, and children with her fabulous collection made of silks and linens, created specially by her with our needs in mind. I also recommend a visit to the Across Forever Home boutique for gifts and home items.What are the best places to see and buy contemporary art in Mustique?A few times a year exhibitions are held at The Cotton House, but the island is not a place to buy art because of the weather and the light. Read more