St Lucia

The natural beauty of St Lucia seems to have been created for romantics. Palm fringed beaches, elegant old plantation houses, the soft tropical air, hypnotic steel band music, and the tantalising aroma of the cuisine.

St Lucia is a combination of some of the most spectacular beauty to be found anywhere in the Caribbean. The golden beaches and hidden coves to the north give way to luxuriant tropical rain forest in the interior. To the south are the dramatic twin mountains ‘Les Pitons’, whose volcanic origins have created fascinating underwater reefs that attract divers from around the world.

Prepare to be exhilarated, St Lucia is simply beautiful. There is no other way to describe it. An emerald glistening between the Caribbean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean. Within the first moments, your senses let you know there is something very different about this island. You will find the island a colourful, unique mixture of history, culture and charming influences.

As is the case with many Caribbean islands, St. Lucia´s visitors should expect hot and humid weather conditions year round due to the island´s proximity to the equator. Fortunately, visitors will rarely feel uncomfortable as mild trade winds bring cool breezes off the water that offer some respite from the heat.

The average temperature in St. Lucia ranges from 20 degrees celsius to the upper 30s. Humidity on the island averages between 70 and 90 percent throughout the year. December through January are generally the coolest months with the temperatures being in the mid 20s degrees celsius. The summer months of June through August are the hottest in St. Lucia where temperatures in the mid to upper 30s are not uncommon.

Due to its location near the equator, St. Lucia does not have very well defined seasons. There is, however, a rainy season that generally falls between June and November. During this season, visitors should be prepared for heavy, but sporadic showers that come on quickly. Visitors should not worry about traveling during the rainy season as the showers may come about rapidly, but blue skies are quick to follow.

Culture
The Heritage Tourism Programme was established to perpetuate adventures that showcase the natural and cultural aspects of the island. This is a collection that reflects genuine Saint Lucian experiences where you can observe cultural traditions such as cassava making and crayfish catching; delve into a nature park that also displays community living; or dip into the icy waters beneath a cascading waterfall.

Diving
Diving off the waters of St. Lucia is ideal for both beginners and experts alike as there are a variety of dive operators on island who are dedicated to ensure an exceptional diving experience. St. Lucia boasts a number of stunning dive sites that catapult divers into a tranquil world filled with secret nooks waiting to be explored. With some of the most captivating deep sea wildlife in the Caribbean, you can experience an underwater carnival as you swim amongst schools of brilliantly coloured exotic fish.

Romantic Activities
St. Lucia was made for romance. As one of the most picturesque islands in the Caribbean with its iconic Piton Mountains, stunning lush scenery, gorgeous palm-fringed beaches and warm tropical climate, it will be hard not to fall in love again in St. Lucia.

Take a sunset catamaran cruise along the scenic west coast, enjoy a romantic candlelight dinner on a secluded beach or indulge in a spa treatment for two.There are also a wide range of activities to choose from including plantation tours, scuba diving, snorkelling, adventure tours through the rainforest, golf and much more. With an abundance of enchanting places to stay, St. Lucia is the natural choice for a romantic getaway.

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