| St Lucia is a beautiful island located in the Eastern | | | | The Arawak Indians were the first on the island |
| Caribbean Sea. The islands landscape is truly stunning | | | | although by 800 A.D. they were fully removed by the |
| with its famous twin 'pitons'(two green mountains) | | | | Caribs. During the middle of the century the island |
| that exceed 2,000 feet. St Lucia is a relaxed place | | | | was populated with French migrations. In 1778, the |
| and a perfect holiday destination to unwind. | | | | British attempted to invade at the "Battle of Cul de |
| Travelling There | | | | Sac." Hey continued to try and finally succeeded in |
| St. Lucia is served both international and regional | | | | 1814. |
| airlines. International fights arrive from both North | | | | Sights and Attractions |
| America and Europe. The Hewanorra International | | | | The main sightseeing feature on St Lucia is the La |
| Airport is located in the south of St Lucia. Taxis run | | | | Soufriere volcano. A visit there will make you feel like |
| frequently from the airport to all resorts on the island. | | | | you have ventured back to prehistoric times with its |
| To get to the island by sea you have a number of | | | | impressive natural features. If you are feeling |
| options. The Caribbean Express has a hydrofoil | | | | energetic and are keen for a hike then climb up the |
| service that runs between St. Lucia and Martinique. | | | | 2,619ft Gros Piton. It is $25 for a guide to take you |
| Also, cruise ships arrive daily at Port Castries and | | | | on this four mile route up the mountain. The views |
| Soufriere. | | | | from the peak are magnificent and display the islands |
| Accommodation Choices | | | | natural beauty. Other fun things to do and see on |
| All the accommodation in St Lucia provides great | | | | the island include rainforest tours, mountain biking and |
| service, elegance and a tropical atmosphere. | | | | water sports. Be sure to get a mask and snorkel and |
| Accommodation types on the island include hotels, | | | | see the beautiful reef and its marine life that |
| resorts, villas, inns and guesthouses. Popular resorts | | | | surround the island. |
| to visit are Castries, Soufriere, Marigot Bay and Gros | | | | Shopping |
| Islet. The best time to visit the Caribbean is from late | | | | St Lucia is a relaxed holiday resort so the shops |
| December through to the end of March/early April, | | | | offer tourist souvenirs and beach games rather than |
| when the hurricane season has passed. | | | | designer labels. However, there are some major |
| History | | | | shopping centres on the island and markets held |
| St Lucia was first inhabited by humans in 200 A.D. | | | | every Saturday. |