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Saint Lucia Travel Guide

St. Lucia (Loo-sha) is one of the most popular destinations in the Caribbean, with some of its finest resorts. The heaviest tourist development is concentrated in the northwest, between the capital, Castries, and the northern end of the island, where there's a string of white-sand beaches. Read More

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  • Q:

    Would you recommend getting a car rental for a week(or cab it) if you plan to visit beaches, volcano, hike the Petit Piton, eat out? Which is more economically feasible? Thanks so much!

    Asked on 10/28/2009 by karlee from USA

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      I guess it depends on how many people you plan on going to St. Lucia with. If there are more than 2 of you, taxis are not a bad idea. They aren't metered, but rather fixed prices. Splitting the bill more than 2 ways will definitely cut down on costs. However, if you do plan on doing various activities, then, yes, a rental car is the better way to go. Visit http://stlucia-guide.info/getting.around/rental.cars/ for a list of rental car/taxi companies and for general prices.

      Answered on 10/30/2009 by Erin@away from Washington, DC

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    We love to explore islands, but are staying at Rodney Bay. Want to visit volcano, zip line, hike one of the Pitons and possible eat at restaurant at Ladera. Would you recommend renting a car for a week or just on a daily basis or using cabs. Which would be most cost effective? Thanks!

    Asked on 10/16/2009 by karlee from Alabama

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      Since you will be visiting a lot of different sites, I feel that renting a car for the week would be the most cost effective. Visit http://stlucia-guide.info/getting.around/rental.cars/ for a list of car rental companies and check out the rates for cabs.

      Answered on 10/22/2009 by Erin@away from Washington D.C

  • Q:

    shopping for jewelry in St Lucia

    I haven't seen anything about shopping in St. Lucia. Do they have a special stone or something that you can only get in St. Lucia in jewelry?

    Asked on 11/12/2008 by Maty

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      I suspect you're thinking of St. Lucia for shopping and jewelry not because of an indigenous mineral or stone but because the island offers duty-free prices at many of its stores, catering to the many cruise-ship passengers who pass through. You can find some more info at: http://www.stlucia.org/services/shopping.asp

      Answered on 11/14/2008 by AlistairatAway from Washington, DC

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Sandals Grande St. Lucian Spa & Beach Resort - Luxury All Inclusive

Best Resorts & Lodges
P.O. Box G.I. 2247
Gros Inlet 00000 Map

Distance: 12.8 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: 5 class stars

Expert Rated & Recommended
4.0
from: $814

Jade Mountain Resort

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Soufriere, St. Lucia
Soufrier 0 Map

Distance: 7.0 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: 4 class stars

Calabash Cove Resort & Spa

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PO Box RB 2407, Bonaire Estate
Marisule Map

Distance: 10.0 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: Not Yet Rated
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Attractions

Reduit Beach

northwest coast
Rodney Bay Village, St. Lucia

Distance: 11.6 mi. (from destination center)

Description: Reduit Beach features golden sands and is a popular destination for swimming, sunbathing, snorkeling, and wind-surfing. ... Read More
Expert Rated & Recommended
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Anse des Pitons

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Jalousie Bay, southwestern St. Lucia


Distance: 1.0 mi. (from destination center)
Expert Rated & Recommended
5_0

The Reef Kite & Surf

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Anse De Sable beach, Vieux Fort on the southeastern coast


Distance: 1.0 mi. (from destination center)
Expert Rated & Recommended
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Distance (mi.)
Martinique Lamentin Airport 46.9 map
St Vincent E.T. Joshua Airport 52.9 map
Mustique Island Mustique Airport 55.8 map

Feature Articles

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    Though modest when compared to the sky-scraping peaks throughout the world, these two Caribbean peaks make for an epic adventure with equally rewarding tropical views
  • Coco Palms
    Rooms with direct access to the property pool, high-tech interfaces, and a tropical vibe make this Saint Lucia spot one of the best retreats in the West Indies.
  • St. Lucia’s First Annual Food and Rum Festival
    A place to reinvent your rum and coke, engorge the belly, and dance it all away
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