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St Lucia
A stunning location for honeymoons and romantic getaways, St Lucia is distinguished by the two volcanic spires that appear to rise from the sea, the Gros and Petit Pitons. The lush green mountainous spires give the island an otherworldly, romantic feel. The landscape looks good and presents the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to visit a ‘drive-in volcano’ in the Soufriere district! There are many aspects of St. Lucia to explore, making it a great place to do a twin-centre holiday, moving from one part to the other to get the most out of this incredible country. With many luxurious places to stay, we currently partner with nine superb hotels and resorts.
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Travelling in St Lucia
Ground Transportation
Visitors can navigate St. Lucia and the Grenadines using ground transportation, including private transfers, rental cars or taxis to explore the island's beautiful beaches and attractions at their own pace.
Speedboat
Given St. Lucia's coastal geography, speedboats are available between certain coastal locations and are an interesting way to travel between points.
Helicopter
For a more luxurious and scenic mode of transportation, helicopter transfers are available between the airports and popular destinations.
Weather
The beginning of the year is the coolest, with an average temperature of 26°C, rising to 27°C by March. These months have some of the least rainfall, with March experiencing just 25mm of rain.
Best Time for Hiking and Nature Walks
26-27°C.
AVG Temperature
8-10 HRs
Sunshine
1"
AVG Monthly Rainfall
26-27°C.
AVG Sea Temperature
Temperatures begin to rise in the spring and summer months, rising to an average of 28°C by June. There’s still little rain in the spring, but the wet season begins by June.
Best Time for Beach Activities and Water Sports
27 - 28°C.
AVG Temperature
7 - 9 HRs
Sunshine
3 - 4"
AVG Monthly Rainfall
27-28°C.
AVG Sea Temperature
St. Lucia’s temperature stays stable from July to September, averaging at 28°C. These months are also wetter, with an average of 175mm monthly rainfall.
Best Time for Indoor Activities and Cultural Exploration
28°C
AVG Temperature
6 - 8 HRs
Sunshine
6 - 7"
AVG Monthly Rainfall
28°C
AVG Sea Temperature
St Lucia is just as hot in October, but temperatures begin to fall slightly as winter approaches, with an average temperature of 27°C. However, St. Lucia’s wet season peaks in October, and by December, St. Lucia becomes drier again.
Best Time for Lush Landscape Exploration and Mild Weather Activities
27-28°C.
AVG Temperature
6 - 8 HRs
Sunshine
7 - 9"
AVG Monthly Rainfall
28°C
AVG Sea Temperature
Geography
St. Lucia is one of the Windward Islands - one of the last land masses to form in this group – and is a part of the Lesser Antilles Island arc. It sits between the islands of Martinique and St. Vincent and the Grenadines. Like most countries in this island chain, St. Lucia is formed from volcanic rock. However, the island’s high peaks distinguish it from the other Caribbean Islands, especially by the twin peaks Gros Piton and Petit Piton.
History
St. Lucia was first inhabited by the Arawak people, who were thought to have settled on the island in 200-400 AD. They named the island ‘Land of the Iguanas’. In 800 AD, the Arawaks were displaced by the Carib people. Though it’s thought that Christopher Columbus may have seen St. Lucia on his fourth voyage to The New World, Juan de la Cosa was the first explorer to record its existence in a travel log. The French were the first to claim the island in 1650, though St. Lucia exchanged hands many times over the coming years. The island became a British Windward Island colony before gaining independence in 1979.
