St Lucia Holidays

St Lucia has some of the Caribbean’s loveliest scenery. The island’s famous Pitons - two dramatic volcanic peaks that rise gloriously from the sea - have rightly been designated a UNESCO World Heritage. Holidays in St Lucia are understandably popular but this lovely lush island is a long way from being overdeveloped. Even busy Rodney Bay in the northwest is pretty laid-back. There are sleepy fishing villages to explore although Gros Islet in the North transforms itself every Friday night with a ‘jump-up’ party that is not for the faint-hearted. Hotels in St Lucia include some well-run hotels that are great for families, sophisticated all-inclusives and some beautiful hideaways. No wonder this Windward island in the eastern Caribbean is popular with honeymooners. It is all very relaxed and friendly. About a tenth of the island is covered in rainforest and there are some atmospheric mangrove swamps as well as distinctive, bubbling sulphur springs and lovely botanical gardens. St Lucia’s jazz festival is held every May and attracts some world-class acts.