Discover the Perfect Escape
It doesn’t matter if you are looking for romance, rest and relaxation, or adventure; St. Lucia is our perfect destination. A verdant island, St. Lucia is ripe with natural beauty and a mix of French and British heritage. Enjoy a St. Lucia villa rental and the natural landscape of beaches lined by gorgeous palms, rainforests and the majestic Piton Mountains. Breathtaking views, waterfalls, friendly people and genuine culture will stamp a lasting memory on your holiday experience.
Saint Lucia Must-See
Take a day trip from your Saint Lucia villa and visit the world’s only drive-in volcano, Soufriere Volcano, located in Sulphur Springs. Book an excursion direct from your Saint Lucia villa to the crater of a live volcano bubbling with sulfur and mud. Legend says that a soak in the mud will make you look and feel younger! Visit the most photographed landmarks on the island – Petit Piton and Gros Piton Mountains, eco-tourists and hobbyists alike will enjoy the hiking and climbing while more casual tourists can enjoy the picturesque peaks from the deck of a yacht. You’ll find beautiful beaches on the beaches of Pigeon Island and Pigeon Island National Park. Find the freshest fruits, vegetables and cultural crafts in the Castries Market. Take home fresh meat for your afternoon beach picnic!
Saint Lucia Activities
Visit the stunning Diamond Mineral Baths and Waterfalls; the falls are laced with minerals creating a kaleidoscope of colors. Find leatherback turtles at Grande Anse Beach. Enjoy your St. Lucia villa rental’s unique architectural personality and features. If your villa’s esthetic isn’t enough, take a stroll and explore the restored French colonial plantations, Spanish-style villas and courtyards, or exotic West Indian architecture. You’ll find many dive shops on the island, each can attest to the island’s variety and quality of local dive spots. Book a full or half day fishing trip direct from a full-service marina at Rodney Bay or Castries.
Golfers will enjoy St. Lucia Golf & Country Club, a world-class course with elegant green sloping greens, lush foliage, and elegant ponds. This course is challenging and picturesque all in one.
Saint Lucia Beaches
Bask under the Caribbean sun or sail into a champagne sunset. Your Saint Lucia villa rental is sure to offer natural sea grape and palm trees as a shady refuge. Western shore beaches are perfect for swimming and watersports with their tranquil turquoise waters. Beaches on the eastern shore are more turbulent and make perfect areas for experienced surfers or wave-watchers. Horseback tours can also be lovely on this side of the island. Vigie beach and her golden sand stretch the longest on St. Lucia; Sundays tend to see more crowds at this beach. La Toc offers a quieter experience away from your St. Lucia villa; this cressant shapped beach is just a short distance south of Castries. Anse Chastanet is perfect for snorkelers and divers and also features volcanic sand. Reduit Beach on Rodney Bay also offers a long stretch of beach perfect for a beach stroll. Jalousie Beach offers fantastic views of Gros and Pitit Piton volcanic peaks making your sun spot picture perfect.
When to Visit
Peak time to visit your St. Lucia villa rental is from May to June when the weather is in the 70s-80s. Music lovers should plan a visit in May in order to catch the St. Lucia Jazz & Arts Festival on Pigeon Island National Park.
Saint Lucia Travel Tips
- Direct flights to St. Lucia depart from New York's Kennedy airport, Miami, Philadelphia and Atlanta. There are also direct flights from Toronto, Montreal and London.
- From within the Caribbean, American Eagle, LIAT, Air Jamaica and WestJet offer flights to St. Lucia.
- The Eastern Caribbean dollar is the official currency, but USD are widely accepted.
- When renting a car, we strongly recommend 4WD vehicles to allow for easier navigation through St. Lucia's hilly terrain.
- English is the official language, although native St. Lucians often speak a French-Creole
- Area code is 758.
- Tipping is generally expected similar to the U.S. – 15% for job well done.
- Electricity is 220V. Plugs generally are fashioned in the UK style though some will accept American flat-plugs. Ask your villa specialist about your St. Lucia villa today.