Destination
St. Lucia, Saint Lucia
St. Lucia is the Caribbean's honeymoon island, where the twin Piton peaks rise straight out of the sea beside rainforest, a drive-in volcano and sulphur springs.
Trips to St. Lucia from every city
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When to go
| Month | Season |
|---|---|
| January | best |
| February | best |
| March | best |
| April | best |
| May | best |
| June | fine |
| July | fine |
| August | fine |
| September | avoid |
| October | avoid |
| November | fine |
| December | best |
- May: Saint Lucia Jazz and Arts Festival in early May.
- July: Carnival in mid-July.
September, October: Wettest months and the peak of hurricane season.
Where to stay in St. Lucia
- Soufrière and the Pitons: The postcard view: resorts such as Jade Mountain and Sugar Beach sit between the two volcanic peaks.
- Rodney Bay: The north's restaurant and bar hub, with Reduit Beach and most mid-range hotels.
- Marigot Bay: A tiny, sheltered yacht harbour with a couple of upscale resorts.
- Cap Estate: Villas and luxury hotels at the island's northern tip, near Pigeon Island.
- Castries: The capital and cruise port, handy for the small SLU airport and inter-island hops.
What to do in St. Lucia
- Hike Gros Piton with a local guide
- Mud bath at the Sulphur Springs in the drive-in volcano
- Swim off Sugar Beach between the Pitons
- Friday night street party at Gros Islet
- Catamaran down the west coast from Rodney Bay to Soufrière
- Make a chocolate bar at Project Chocolat on the Rabot estate
Good to know
| Airports | Hewanorra International (UVF), George F. L. Charles (Castries) (SLU) |
|---|---|
| Passport for US citizens | yes |
| Price level | upscale |
| Time zone | America/St_Lucia |
| Kind of trip | island, romantic, nature, adventure, wellness |
Questions about St. Lucia
When is the best time to visit St. Lucia?
December, January, February, March, April and May. September, October: Wettest months and the peak of hurricane season.
Do US citizens need a passport for St. Lucia?
Yes. St. Lucia is in Saint Lucia; bring a valid passport.
How expensive is St. Lucia on the ground?
St. Lucia is upscale by US standards: plan about $130 per person per day for food, getting around and tickets.