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Saint Lucia is an island nation in the eastern Caribbean Sea on the boundary with the Atlantic Ocean. Part of the Lesser Antilles, it is located north of the islands of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, northwest of Barbados and south of Martinique. It is also known as the "Helen of the West Indies" because the island switched between British and French control so often it was likened to the mythical Helen of Troy.
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St. Lucia Resort Vacations
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| Resorts | Lifestyle | Dining |
Resort
Location |
Rooms |
Rating* |
| The Jalousie Plantation | Couples, Families, Romantic, Spa, Diving, Snorkeling, Hiking | European
Plan 4 Restaurants 24-hr Room Service |
Set between mountain & secluded beach |
114 |
4+ |
| Sandals Grande St. Lucian Spa & Beach Resort | Couples Only; Romance, Luxury Plus, Spa | All-inclusive 5 Restaurants Room Service |
Beachfront |
280 |
5+ |
| Sandals Halcyon St. Lucia | Couples Only; Middle-age couples, Romance, Luxury, Beach | All-inclusive 3 Restaurants |
Beachfront |
169 |
5 |
| Sandals Regency St Lucia Golf Resort & Spa | Couples Only; Middle-age couples, young honeymooners, Romance, Luxury, Spa, Golf, Larger resort | All-inclusive 6 Restaurants Room Service |
Beachfront |
327 |
5+ |
| Windjammer Landing Villa Beach Resort & Spa | Couples, Families, Kids & Teens Activities, Romantic, Diving, Golf, Spa |
European Plan 6 Restaurants Room Service |
Beachfront |
131 |
4+ |
*Resort Rating from 4-star Superior to 6-star Ultra Luxury
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Beaches
of St. Lucia |
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| Beach | Description |
| Reduit
Beach |
For the most part, St. Lucian beaches are relatively short, but with five miles of white sand on Rodney Bay, Reduit is the place for a long stroll by the shore and a swim in calm waters. One of the most popular beaches on the island. There are restaurants and vendors renting water-sports equipment and lounge chairs. |
| Jalousie
Beach |
The white sand, clarity of the water, and stunning setting between the twin Gros and Petit Piton volcanic peaks make this beach south of Soufrière a favorite spot for sunning. Snorkelers and scuba divers come for the adventures to be had at the 1,800-foot dropoff at the base of the Pitons. |
| Anse
Chastanet |
With a sharp dropoff, coral reef and sea walls, this beach affords snorkelers and divers many opportunities for viewing the vivid ocean life without ferrying out to deeper waters by boat. The natural sand reflects the volcanic origins of the island. |
| Pigeon
Island National Park |
Quiet and uncrowded, this beach on the north end of the island is the place to combine sunning and swimming with a visit to a mini-museum and a climb to a vantage point to see the historic Fort Rodney ruins and views of the distant Martinique. Two eateries stand ready to fill visitor’s needs. |
| Grande Anse | Soon to become part of a new national park, this mile long stretch of beach north of Dennery is set against a backdrop of cliffs in an area that was once a plantation. Now, visitors come for Turtle Watch, where they can see the natural wonder of endangered leatherbacks (think Crush from “Finding Nemo”), the largest of sea turtles, heaving themselves out of the water and onto the beach to lay their eggs. |
| Anse Cochon | If you are looking for a private, secluded beach, you will love this strip of black sand, which is accessible only by boat. A shallow reef makes this the perfect spot for snorkeling. Those who enjoy lush amenities should look elsewhere – there are no facilities at Anse Cochon. |
| Anse de Sables | Thanks
to its location on the windward (southeastern) side of the island,
this spot is a bit hit with windsurfers. Despite the breeze, the surf
is mild and also suitable for swimming. Sunbathers will appreciate
the soft, white sand, a marked contrast from the island's many black
sand beaches. Note that there are no public changing facilities at
Anse de Sables, though nearby restaurants and bars can fill the need. |
| Choc Beach | Thanks
to the calm surf, this tranquil beach is popular with visiting and
local families. Convenient to Castries, the beach is easily accessed
by road. A local restaurant provides sailboat and windsurfer rentals,
as well as waterskiing. |
| Marigot Bay Beach | This little beach is pretty as a postcard. Surrounded on three sides by lush, green hills and on the fourth side by clear Caribbean waters, you will also get to gawk at the expensive yachts moored in the harbor. Rumor has it that the entire British fleet once hid here by covering their masts with coconut fronds. Nearby restaurants provide refreshments and some will arrange dive trips. |
| Vigie Beach | This
2-mile beach is north of Castries Harbour and runs parallel to the
airport runway. Clear, crystal waters and soft, beige sand lure sunners
and swimmers alike. |
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Dive
Sites in St. Lucia |
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| Dive Site | Description |
| Anse Chastanet | One of
the most dramatic spots for diving is the stunning Anse Chastanet
reef in the southwest of the island. The shallows, with depths to
25ft can be entered directly from the beach. The reefs falls away
from 20-140 ft in a unique coral wall that continues from Anse Chastaner
Bay around the headland of Grand Caille and in towards the harbor
of Soufriere, providing some of the best diving in St Lucia. |
| Anse La Raye | Known
as one of the finest wall and drift dives in St Lucia, Anse La Raye
can be found below a shallow wall. Interesting formations at the slope
which consists of huge bolders, stimulate the eye and imagination.
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| Coral Gardens | Located
at the base of the Gros Piton, the Coral Gardens offer breathtaking
scenery above and below the water, where five finger coral runds from
a depth of 15-50ft. |
| Fairy Land | At the point of Anse Chastanet, a plateau named Fairy Land slopes gently from 40-60ft. Since strong currents here keep the corals and sponges clean and the viewing is excellent and, this site is ideal for underwater photography. |
| The Key Hole Pinnacles | Voted
one of the "10 Best Dive Sites" by Caribbean Travel &
Life, The Pinnacles are described by the magazine as "four coral
and gorgonian-encrusted seamounts that rise tantalizingly up from
the ocean depths". |
| Lesleen M Shipwreck | The Lesleen M, a 165-foot freighter, was sunk by the Department of Fisheries in 1986 to provide an artificial reef. It lies upright in 60 ft of water near Anse Cochon on the west coast, just south of Marigot Bay. Divers can tour the ship in its entirety. |
| Superman’s Flight | Names for a scene on St Lucia for the movie Superman II, this site is a drift dive on a gentle wall that drops to 1600ft. Good visibility created by strong currents permits crystal clear viewing for underwater exploration. Divers can enter the water here at the base of Petit Piton. |
| The Thing | According to those who have seen it “The Thing” is said to be St Lucia’s own “Loch Ness Monster on Vacation” Seen regularly (but only at night) one may catch a glimpse of this mysterious creature at Anse Chastanet. |
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Golf
Courses in St. Lucia |
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| Golf Course | Description |
| Jalousie
Hilton Resort & Spa |
The
Jalousie Hilton’s Executive par three golf course is unique to
the Caribbean. Ideally located in a tropical forest, near the Petit
Piton, with views of Jalousie Bay and the Gros Piton Mountain. Use
of the course is complimentary when a Resort Day Pass is purchased.
Equipment/set of clubs is available for rental ($). Features: 9 Holes/Par
3. |
| Sandals
Regency Golf Resort & Spa at La Toc |
Sandals St. Lucia Golf Resort & Spa is the most glamorous all-inclusive ever. Rarely will you enjoy a resort as sophisticated and elegant because no detail has been spared to bring you luxury in the grandest style. Considered the emerald of the Caribbean, this impressive resort is situated on 155 lush acres fronting a half-mile of crescent-shaped, white-sand beach. Special Packages ($), which includes golf clubs, balls, caddy fee, greens fee and cart are available. Features: 18 Holes, 9 Holes/Par 3, Cart Rentals. |
| St.
Lucia Golf Resort & Country Club |
This semi-private golf course accommodates players of all skill levels, from novice to professional all within a tropical landscape that even non-golfers can appreciate. The Golf & Country Club has hosted its first annual celebrity Golf Tournament in June 2000 and it is hope that the event will become international recognized. Equipment/set of clubs is available for rental ($). Features: 18 Holes, 9 Holes/Par 3, Cart Rentals, Restaurant. |
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Weekend
Parties in St. Lucia |
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| Gros Islet
Friday Night Street Party |
The longest
running street party in St. Lucia, the Gros Islet Friday Night Street
Party is a hot spot for locals and visitors alike. With the pulsating
rhythms echoing from the speakers of the islands DJs and the occasional
appearance of local artists, one would be hard pressed not to enjoy
themselves and even more so not to move to the infectious bass lines
that accompany our Caribbean music. Everyone knows that dancing on
an empty stomach is not cool. You can find a variety of Bar-Be-Que
grills serving mouthwatering local cuisine including chicken, pork
and sea food. One thing’s for sure, Gros Islet Friday Night is
a must-stop for any visitor who loves to party. |
| Anse-la-Raye
Seafood Friday |
Just when
you thought that it was all centered about Gros Islet, we are pleased
to offer you an attractive alternative. The Village of Anse-la-Raye,
located on the west coast just south of Castries offers the alternate
Friday Party with its Seafood Friday. Traditionally a fishing village,
Anse-la-Raye offers the spoils of its labour to all visitors. Whether
you crave the catch of the day or desire a delightful delicacy such
as squid, octopus, shrimp or lobster, your taste is sure to be satisfied.
Not to be outdone Anse-La-Raye also boasts its ability to get you
grooving to a wide variety of Caribbean music. Anse-la-Raye, definitely
another hot spot every Friday night… |
| Dennery
Fish Saturday |
On the east coast of the island another village with a fishing heritage attempts to keep our island in perfect symmetry as it to offers its Fish Festival. The general ambiance here is in keeping with that of Gros Islet and Anse-la-Raye with the main difference being the night of the week. The visitor is greeted by the sea breeze which ushers the tantalizing aroma of the myriad of sea offerings prepared by the villagers. The musical accompaniment with a definite preference to Soca, Dancehall (reggae) and some R&B perfectly adds to the atmosphere to make this festival a wonderful experience for any patron. |
| Canaries
Creole Pot |
Canaries
village celebrates “Canaries Creole Pot” on the last Saturday
of every month. This celebration is much like the afore-mentioned
Fish days of Anse-la-Raye and Dennery except that the menu is more
diverse, offering a vast array of local cuisine like bouillion for
example (a treat you need to experience yourself) and green fig and
salt fish, of course, in a party atmosphere. |
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