Alright, my fellow adventurers, buckle up because we're about to embark on an exhilarating island journey! 🏝️ I've got the ultimate overview guide lined up for you, jam-packed with exciting things to do, must-visit bars & restaurants that'll tantalize your taste buds, pristine beaches where you can soak up the sun, and accommodations that'll make you feel like royalty. So, get ready for a whirlwind of fun, flavor, relaxation, and pure island bliss as we explore every corner of this tropical paradise!
Did you know that St. Lucia is a cozy little gem, measuring just 27 miles in length and 14 miles in width? Some say it looks like a juicy mango or a creamy avocado! And here's a fun fact: you can easily drive from the sunny south to the lush north in just about 1 hour and 40 minutes. So, hop in, enjoy the scenic ride, and let this beautiful island steal your heart! 🌴🚗💖🌞🍹
Alright, my fellow globe-trotters, let's talk money! In St. Lucia, they roll with Eastern Caribbean Dollars (but keep an eye out because they might accept USD too, just don't be surprised if your change comes back in those EC bills!). So, get ready to do a little currency dance while you explore this beautiful island! 💰💃🏝️
Hiking this dormant volcano takes less than a day and offers unforgettable views. Takes about 2hrs each way. Cost: $30/person and includes a guide. Bring hiking shoes as it is a steep climb. Start early to avoid the heat.
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Sulphur Springs
Cost: $8.80 for the volcano or $12.10 for the combo ticket to the baths and volcano.
located on the south-west coast of St.Lucia, you can drive here and wander close to the steaming hot sulphur and bubbling magma. Be sure to also stop in the mud springs. take a dip in the mud baths near Sulphur Springs. You can also chill in the added on pools and watch the jungle around you.
Beautiful gardens, bubbling hot springs at the adjoining spa, and Diamond Falls, a beautiful waterfall. The gardens were created by a one time grant to the Devaux clan from King Louie XIV of France.
Once connected with a concrete walkway, now just holds a fortress with cannons, mess halls, and docks. It has a long history before it was a fortress. It was the home to the native Arawak people who lived in the caves and crevices.
Offers zipline tours the jungle. Also offers cycling tours through the jungle and exercuisons through the less visited eastern coast. There is also RainForest Sky Rides and Morne Coubaril Historical Adventure Park.
Have a home brew at this micro brewery that was started in 2015 by Canadian expats. Golden Wheat and Stout is what they’re known for. There’s also food!
Sugar Beach, Aviceroy Resort located directly in between The Pitons in Soufriere. The treatment in the Rainforest Spa rooms are actually in tree houses! The beach is located between The Pitons. Can be accessed through Viceroy Resort
You can learn about how cocoa beans become chocolate. At the Boucan by Hotel Chocolate, on Rabot Estate, you can actually make your own chocolate with the “tree to bean” and “bean to bar” tours.
Off the beaten path, empty not tourist filled beaches. It is a nature reserve with a great many endemic plants and animals. Only way to reach the Island is via fishing boat.
Check out the trail the criss crosses Frigate Island; the winding Barre de L’isle Rain Forest Trail; the Des Cartiers Trail where you’ll see colorful parrots and snakes. You will need permission from the Forestry Department and a guide to hike on the Island.
Sugar Beach, Aviceroy Resort located directly in between The Pitons in Soufriere. The treatment in the Rainforest Spa rooms are actually in tree houses! The beach is located between The Pitons. Can be accessed through Viceroy Resort
Surprisingly one of the most private and secluded beaches. Enter through the Sandals resort and is surprisingly sparsely visited due to the entrance being hidden.
Check out the lobster and sizzling shrimp between the streets of Anse La Raye on the west coast on Friday nights. There’s lots of locals, samba dancing and beer. Next check out the Canaries Creole Pot where there is a lot of seafood and bowls of stock. This one only takes place on the last Saturday of each month. Lastly, check out the seaside town of Dennery Quarter on the east coast for BBQ fish and reggae until the early hours of the morning.
Foods to Try:
Foodie alert, my fellow travelers! Get ready to embark on a mouthwatering culinary adventure in St. Lucia. 🍽️
First up, you've got to try Bouyon, a local dish that's like a warm, flavorful hug from the Caribbean. It's a hearty stew filled with yams, dumplings, plantains, and a medley of savory meats and spices. One bite, and you'll feel like you're savoring the island's soul. And speaking of savory delights, don't miss out on saltfish and green fig. It's a true island classic, featuring tender green bananas (the 'green fig') paired with salted codfish, all sautéed to perfection. It's a burst of flavors and textures that'll have you coming back for seconds.
St. Lucia is the land of bananas, and they've got a whopping 127 different varieties just waiting for you to try. 🍌🌴 Whether it's the sweet and creamy Gros Michel or the finger-sized Lady Finger, each banana is a burst of tropical flavor that'll have your taste buds doing the hula dance. So, make sure to savor at least one or two (or maybe even more) of these delightful banana varieties during your island escapade. It's a fruity experience you won't want to miss!
Are you ready for a flavor explosion, my food-loving friends? 🍛 St. Lucia has a culinary gem waiting just for you: Roti! It's like a delicious Caribbean hug in the form of a wrap, stuffed with a delightful mix of curried meat or veggies that'll leave your taste buds dancing with delight. Picture this: tender chunks of meat or an aromatic medley of veggies, slow-cooked in fragrant spices, and then lovingly enveloped in a warm, pillowy roti wrap. Each bite is a harmonious blend of textures and flavors, a taste of the vibrant Caribbean culture that St. Lucia has to offer!
While in St. Lucia, make sure to savor a cup of cocoa tea, a local treasure that embodies the heart of the island. This unique cocoa is crafted from handpicked cacao beans, roasted to perfection, and blended with aromatic spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. Simmered in sweet coconut milk and often sweetened with local honey or brown sugar, it creates a velvety, fragrant delight. Whether enjoyed in the morning or beneath the Caribbean stars, cocoa tea is a cherished part of St. Lucian tradition that'll warm your heart and leave you with sweet memories of the island. 🍫🌴
Sugar Beach, Aviceroy Resort located directly in between The Pitons in Soufriere. The treatment in the Rainforest Spa rooms are actually in tree houses! The beach is located between The Pitons. Can be accessed through Viceroy Resort
Located high up on the hillside providing stunning views, super close to diamond gardens, hiking gros piton, and other eco activities, 5 min drive to the beach, sleeps 6 people (2 king beds, 1 queen bed).
located in the rainforest, 7 min drive from the beach, 10 min drive from restaurants, close to the sulphur springs, close to mud baths, diamond gardens, sleeps 8 people.
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