Saint Lucia Island - A Jewel Among Tropical Vacations

Has the tropical vacations bug bit you? Are you onfishing enthusiasts Saint Lucia is a dream. King
the lookout for an unusual and a distinctive islandMackerel, barracuda, kingfish, sailfish, and the
vacation very different from the usual haunts? Iflegendary white marlin are some of the species that
your answer is yes, then Saint Lucia Island is just thecan be your prized catch.
place for you. Make this island your next holidayYachting. You can make yachting an unforgettable
destination, and experience a vacation you will notexperience in Saint Lucia. Charter yachts and small sail
forget.boats at Rodney Bay Marina and Marigot Bay and
About The Islandnavigate in the crystal clear waters. You have
Tucked in the eastern Caribbean Sea on theCaribbean Sea on one side and Atlantic Ocean on the
boundary of Atlantic Ocean, Saint Lucia is one of theother. No wonder thisserves as a hub to one of the
Windward Islands named after Saint Lucy ofbest yachting experiences in the world.
Syracuse, a 3rd century Christian martyr veneratedTrekking In Rainforests. Deep interiors of Saint Lucia,
by both Catholic and Orthodox Christians. Saint Lucyalmost 1800 feet above sea level are home to nearly
is a volcanic island more mountainous than most of19000 acres of rain forest having 29 miles of exciting
the other Caribbean Islands.trails. Indulge yourself in a tropical atmosphere that
The highest point in this island is Mt.Gimie more thanyou will love. You can sight elusive parrots' squawking
3000 feet above sea level. The most importantamong lovely orchids, get to see hummingbirds near
feature of is, it is one of the very few islands in theheliconia and wonder at the tall trees peculiar to this
world having a drive-in volcano. Besides you also havetropical island.
botanical gardens, rain forests and national parks toExperiencing The Volcano. Also called Saint Lucia
make this place a complete tropical island resort.sulphur springs; this unique island is quite popular for
Reaching The Placethe supposedly therapeutic qualities of its sulfur bath.
Planning tropical vacations to Saint Lucia Island is quiteBe a little adventurous and give it a try.
convenient. For Americans there are daily air servicesEnjoying The Carnival. It is home to one of the most
from Miami and Atlanta. The major two airports onexciting carnival celebrations in Caribbean. Come and
the Island are Hewanorra International Airport atbe a part of it. Thrill to the tunes of coca and
Vieux Fort located 40 miles south of Castries andcalypso. Music, song, dance, theatre and costumes,
George F.L.Charles Airport on a coastline nearyou name it and Saint Lucia has it all.
Castries.Then there is no dearth of the regular stuff tropical
Island Activitiesvacations are made of. Health and fitness centers, a
Saint Lucia Island will not disappoint you. This island isvibrant night life, land sports and golf you have just
a haven for fun lovers. Activities you can indulge inabout everything to make your holiday a winner.
are a legion.Do not delay. Put Saint Lucia on top of your agenda
Deep Sea Fishing. This island is home to some of theof tropical vacations.
best deep sea fishing in the world. For big game