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St. Lucia History
 St. Lucia is a sovereign island country in the eastern Caribbean Sea on the
boundary with the Atlantic Ocean.[4] Part of the Lesser Antilles, it is located
north/northeast of the island of Saint Vincent, northwest of Barbados and
south of Martinique. It covers a land area of 617 km2 (238.23 sq mi) and has
a population of 174,000 (2010). Its capital is Castries.
 One of the Windward Islands, Saint Lucia was named after Saint Lucy of
Syracuse by the French, the island's first European settlers.. They signed a
treaty with the native Carib Indians in 1660. Britain took control of the island
from 1663 to 1667; in ensuing years, it was at war with France 14 times and
rule of the island changed frequently (it was seven times each ruled by the
French and British). In 1814, the British took definitive control of the island.
Because it switched so often between British and French control, Saint Lucia
was also known as the "Helen of the West Indies".
 Representative government came about in 1924 (with universal suffrage
from 1953). From 1958 to 1962, the island was a member of the Federation
of the West Indies. On 22 February 1979, Saint Lucia became an
independent state of the Commonwealth of Nations associated with the
United Kingdom.[4] Saint Lucia has a legal system based on English
common law.

 Vacationers should be aware that there can be a
great deal of variation in weather between the
different regions of St. Lucia. If you are visiting one of
the beaches around Castries or Rodney Bay, expect
temperatures to be high but not unbearable due to
the cool breeze off the water. Visitors exploring one
of the trails through the rain forest in the center of the
island need to be prepared for some very hot and
humid weather without any relief from the winds.
Adventurous travelers can cool off on a hike to one of
the Piton mountains, the distinguishing landscape
feature of St. Lucia. Temperatures will drop
significantly as the altitude increases and travelers
may even want to bring along a light jacket to stay
comfortable in the cool weather.
St. Lucia

 Castries
 As the capital of St. Lucia, Castries is one of the more developed
parts of the island. The town of Castries has twice been
destroyed by fires that have consumed much of the original
architecture. The rebuilding efforts have created an interesting
mix of surviving historical architecture and modern concrete
buildings. Visitors will find a variety of things to do in and around
Castries ranging from shopping to sightseeing. At Pointe
Seraphine, located on the north side of the Castries harbor, you
will find fantastic duty free shopping in a modern mall setting for
tourists and cruise ship passengers. In the heart of Castries you
will find shopping at street markets where local vendors sell their
produce and crafts. The Castries Central Market is the largest of
these street markets and offers the best deals in fruit and other
produce. Across from the Central Market you can find the
Vendor's Arcade which offers a set of craft stalls offering
souvenirs and hand made crafts to visitors. There are certain
landmarks in Castries that would be a shame to miss if you are
planning a trip to the city, one such landmark is the 400 year old
saman tree that defines the center square of the town.
St. Lucia

 4.5 Star Resort
 Couples Only
 All-Inclusive (all meals, snacks, drinks, top shelf
alcohol, Beringer wine, mini-bar, water sports and
scuba diving.)
 On an island so simply beautiful the French and British
fought over it for over 150 years, lies this unforgettably
romantic, Luxury Included® hideaway. Set on its own
spectacular peninsula, it offers unique suites-in-the-
round, 24-hour room service, breathtaking vistas,
access to the services and amenities of other nearby
Sandals Resorts, a modern tennis pavilion, alluring
bars, several sparkling pools, a full-service Red Lane®
Spa and a variety of dining options serving delicious
gourmet cuisines
Sandals Grande St. Lucian

Included Amenities
 5 pools
 4 whirlpools
 Water-skiing
 Knee-boarding
 Snorkeling
 Kayaking
 Sailing
 Windsurfing
 Nightly entertainment/theme nights
 Golf at nearby Sandals La Toc
 Fitness center
 Scuba diving

 Dining Options
• Barefoot by the Sea - Outdoor, seafood restaurant. Dress code is resort-
casual. Open for dinner.
• Bayside Restaurant - Indoor, international restaurant, serving buffet-style
meals for breakfast and lunch, and a la carte Frenchcuisine for dinner.
Dress code for breakfast and lunch is resort-casual. Dress code for dinner
is resort evening attire.
• Dino’s - Outdoor pizzeria. Dress code is resort-casual. Open for lunch.
• Gordon’s on the Pier - Indoor and outdoor seating, serving grilled
specialties. Dress code is resort evening attire. Open for dinner.
• Josephine’s Creperie - Indoor and outdoor seating, serving smoothies,
crepes, and made-to-order desserts, plus afternoon tea andspecialty
coffees. Dress code is resort-casual. Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
• Mariner Seaside Bar and Grill - Outdoor, beach grill. Dress code is resort-
casual. Bare feet are allowed. Open for lunch.
• Olde London Pub - Indoor, British pub. Dress code is resort-casual. Open
for dinner and late-night snacks.
• Toscaninis Restaurant - Indoor and outdoor seating, serving Italian
cuisine for dinner. Dress code for breakfast is resort-casual. Dress code for
dinner is resort evening attire. Open for breakfast and dinner.
• Room Service: Yes, 24-hour room service for guests in Concierge and
Butler room categories. In-room, Continental breakfast is available for all
resort guests.

 Bar/Lounges
 Olde London Pub
 Palladium Night Club
 Jacquot's Lobby Bar
 Admiral Rodney's Piano Bar
 Sunset Swim-up Bar & Lounge
 Beach Bar
Free shuttle to two nearby Sandals Resorts for
dinner and nightly entertainment. Including 14
additional restaurants and 17 additional bars.

Caribbean Honeymoon Beachview Penthouse Club Level
Room
 Expansive views and awe-inspiring décor from all over the world,
including hand woven wool rugs from India, welcome you to
beachfront magnificence with the warmth and grace of a bygone
era. Mosaic marble tables and direct views from the comfort of
your King Size mahogany bed add to the warm ambience of
these concierge level rooms. Close to Toscanini's Italian
restaurant, these superb rooms are also situated overlooking the
beachfront, Pigeon Island, and the bustling Rodney Bay. Relax
and enjoy yourself in these sanctuaries devoted to comfort.
 Room View: Beach, Pools and Rodney Bay
 Concierge Service
 Room Service
 Mini-bar with full size bottles of liquor and wine, soda, juice and
water

 Swim-Up Lover’s Lagoon Honeymoon Club Level Room
 A truly sublime retreat, these stunning rooms dazzle with
refreshing and expedient allure. With comfort, beauty, and
convenience at the forefront, including suitable access to the
refreshing lagoon pool just steps away from the mahogany-
accented bedroom, opulence is within reach at every turn. A
hotspot for lovers and sharing special moments amid the quiet
calm of the lagoon pool, beautiful living awaits, if only just for a
little while, just beyond the front door. Relax by the sparkling pool,
explore the nearby gardens, or simply slip into plush ‘his and her’
robes for an evening enjoying the beauty and comfort of these
impeccably designed suites together.
 Concierge Service
 Room Service
 Mini-bar with full size bottles of liquor and wine, soda, juice and
water
 Room View: Lagoon Pool

 Honeymoon Inclusions
• A BUBBLY WELCOME: A bottle of chilled sparkling wine
elegantly arranged in your room upon arrival to toast
your future.
• A ROMANTIC GESTURE: A special turndown service that
includes flower petals on your bed on the first
evening of your honeymoon.
• Wake up to Wedded Bliss: Delight in a delivery of fresh
flowers and a decadent breakfast in bed one
morning of your choice.

Sandals Regency La Toc
 4.5 Star Resort
 All-Inclusive
 Couples Only
 The stately palms that grace the mile-long
entrance into the legendary La Toc Estate and
golf resort are the awe-inspiring prelude to your
St. Lucia vacation at the Caribbean's Most
Glamorous of St. Lucia Resorts, Sandals
Regency La Toc. Recognized as the most
sparkling jewel in the islands, the "Emerald of
the Caribbean" glitters invitingly along the half-
mile crescent shaped beach, cradling exotic
coral bluffs, lush hillsides, and rolling fairway

 Four pools
 Four whirlpools
 Canoes/kayaks
 Snorkeling
 Windsurfing
 9 hole golf course
 Poolside entertainment
 Nightly shows/live music

 Pavilion Restaurant - This restaurant features International cuisine,
served buffet style for Breakfast and Lunch with a breath taking view of
the ocean.
 Pitons Restaurant - This popular West Indian restaurant serves a
dreamy selection of favorite Caribbean dishes and desserts.
 La Toc Restaurant - Gourmet French restaurant in an intimate, elegant
setting.
 Kimonos Restaurant - This distinct restaurant features exotic
Teppanyaki-style dishes prepared at the table. It is air-conditioned and
non-smoking.
 Armando's Restaurant - Savor traditional Italian cuisine whether
indoors or Patio dining. À La Carte breakfast, lunch and dinner.
 Cricketer’s Pub - Enjoy a scrumptious meal in an atmosphere of pure
English bliss.
 Neptune’s Restaurant - Set overlooking the beach with no walls to
muffle the crescendo of the crashing waves, Neptune's offers classic
Mediterranean cuisine. Diners will delight in Neptune‘s casual European
elegance, served à la carte.
 Pizzeria Del Campo - Made to order, Italian brick oven thin crust pizzas,
serving different varieties of hand tossed pizzas.

 Pavilion Swim Up Bar
 Pavilion Main Bar
 Zodiac Bar
 Sunset Swim Up Bar
 Neptune‘s Bar
 Herbie‘s Piano Bar
 Kimono‘ s Bar
 Armando‘s Bar
 The Cricketer‘s Pub
 Theme Nights - with contests and prizes - Lovers
Night, Reggae Night, Casino Night, Karaoke Night,
Talent Night, Formal Night

 Emerald Beachfront Walkout Club Level Room
 Located just steps away from an enchanting waterscape
and replete with old-world charm, these beachside rooms
provide the ultimate escape. Elegant décor perfectly
complements the azure sea and golden, sandy backdrop.
Tinged with island essence, the welcoming feel to these
rooms pay homage to the Caribbean's vibrant spirit with
hand-carved lamps and remarkable artwork. Enjoy a
distinctive style of hospitality with unsullied concierge
service and lose yourself in a sanctuary of love. The small
sitting area and surrounding luxuriance just beyond the
sliding glass doors that lead to the beach, only add to the
charm of these beautiful rooms by the sea.
 Room View: Beach and Pool

 Honeymoon Inclusions
• A BUBBLY WELCOME: A bottle of chilled sparkling wine
elegantly arranged in your room upon arrival to toast
your future.
• A ROMANTIC GESTURE: A special turndown service that
includes flower petals on your bed on the first
evening of your honeymoon.
• Wake up to Wedded Bliss: Delight in a delivery of fresh
flowers and a decadent breakfast in bed one
morning of your choice.

 Notes on Sandals:
 Sandals Resorts are designed for couples. If you want to be social
and meet other couples there are many opportunities to do so, if you
would like it to be just the two of you the resorts are large enough
and have many hidden spots for couples. For example hammocks in
the gardens, fire pits, quiet pools, beach loungers for two and more.
 The food is really good! Especially the brick oven pizza.
 In St. Lucia you have exchange privileges between all three Sandals
Resorts. For example if you want to stay at La Toc because the
rooms have an awesome view you can go over the Grande to
waterski. A shuttle runs every hour.
 Sandals Grande St. Lucia has more of a party atmosphere, more
activities around the pool and late night fun. The property has the
Caribbean Ocean on one side and the Atlantic on the other.
 Sandals Regency La Toc is located partly on a hill side and offers
incredible views. It requires lots of walking and stairs, a jitney shuttle
is offered to transport you. It has a nine hole golf course.
 There are many more room categories available at both Sandals
including lower priced basic room categories.
 Any offers on the Sandals website are also available through Change
Your Latitude Travel. We will price match if you find a lower price.

 Sandals Grande St. Lucian
 Caribbean Honeymoon Beachview Penthouse Club
Level Room
○ 5 Nights $5,197
 Swim-Up Lover’s Lagoon Honeymoon Club Level
Room
○ 5 Nights $5,946
 Sandals Regency La Toc
 Emerald Beachfront Walkout Club Level Room
○ 5 Nights $5,226

Available Tours in St. Lucia
*Additional fees apply for
excursions

 Best Of St Lucia Cultural & Heritage Tour
 Tour the undiscovered and unspoiled island of St.
Lucia in air conditioned comfort while
experiencing the truly Saint Lucian way of life,
with a tour that takes you to Fond Assau. There
you will practice traditions such as preparation of
cassava bread, cooking on macambou leaves,
catching crayfish in the river, collecting honey
from a beehive and the very authentic display of
wood-sawing while in Chak Chak where a band
plays traditional music in the background. The
historic buildings of Castries comes alive as well-
informed tour guides take you on a walk through
the architectural history of an old colonial island
city, make a stop to do some well-needed
shopping, whilst at the same time enjoying the
spirit and life of the modern Caribbean.

 Soufriere Jeep Discovery & Waterfall Revelation
 A scenic journey through Saint Lucia’s banana plantations,
fishing villages, rainforest and lush tropical vegetation. Your
guides will share the local history and stories about significant
sites along the way to Soufriere, home to the majestic Pitons.
The first stop is Morne Coubaril, a 250-acre working plantation
where you’ll learn about 18th century plantation life. As you travel
along an original mule carriage pathway and through
reconstructed slave quarters there are demonstrations of
plantation farming practices including copra, cocoa and manioc
production. From there we continue on to visit the sparkling
Diamond Waterfall and the Sulphur Springs "drive-in-volcano"
where you can immerse in the rich mineral water of the mud
baths heated by the volcano itself and feel rejuvenated. Our final
stop before the return trip is for a delicious buffet lunch prepared
with fresh local ingredients at a restaurant nestled in island
greenery and colorful flowers in Soufriere.

 Island Routes ATV Adventure
 Experience the island's incredible beauty up close
and personal, as you maneuver your all terrain
vehicle past panoramic views of the dramatic
coastline, through the hills and plantations. So go
off-road, get dirty, and revel in an adventure you'll
never forget.
 St. Lucia Treetop Zipline Adventure
 See the world from the treetops and feel like one
with nature, gliding from platform to platform,
hovering over an abundant, tropical landscape.
Adventurers will receive the thrill of their lives with
an aerial view of Saint Lucia's lush rainforest - an
unforgettable experience of nature at its best.

 Island Routes Hike The Pitions
 Towering nearly 3,000 feet above sea level, the
majestic peak of Gros Piton, along with its twin peak
Petit Piton, dominates the western coast of St. Lucia.
The lush green slopes of these pyramid shaped icons
rise from the sapphire blue waters of the Caribbean,
filling the adventurous traveler with wanderlust. The
view itself is a classic, the Pitons of Saint Lucia, soaring
straight up from the sea's edge, this is definitely one of
the things you must do in your lifetime, a visit to the
Pitons should be number one. Snaking up the misty,
jungle-covered, boulder-strewn mountainsides for the
huge views from the top is an experience well worth the
hike. Afterwards head to a rest stop for a sumptuous
lunch and refreshing swim.

 Horseback Ride 'n' Swim
 Imagine exploring the incredibly gorgeous island
of St. Lucia on horseback! Amble through a
tropical rainforest atop a sleek, gentle mare or
serene stallion. Ride along a cliff and feast your
eyes on panoramic vistas of the St. Lucia
coastline with the aquamarine ocean sparkling in
the island sunshine. Then, prepare yourself for a
totally unique experience, as you and your mount
cross the white sand of a pristine beach and enter
the warm waters of the Caribbean. Trot through
the crystal seas together and enjoy the ride of
your life!

 Tropical Jeep Safari
 A must-do for the adventure-seeker! You'll have a
blast on this outdoor excursion that will unveil the
simply beautiful St. Lucia landscape all aboard an
open-top, safari jeep! Enjoy the trek through historic
Castries up the Morne (Hill of Good Luck), where the
most breathtaking, panoramic view of the city and
harbor awaits, then leave "modern civilization," as you
commence your jungle journey through the rural
countryside until you reach the quaint fishing village of
Anse La Raye. Enjoy a 20-minute hike through the
rainforest, passing an abundant waterscape of rivers
and cascading waterfalls. Sample local seasonal fruit
and relax in a refreshing river pool before returning to
the jeep.

 Island Routes Waterfall Cycling Adventure
○ An adventure seekers' delight. Enjoy a thrilling mountain
bike ride through the rainforest to Errard Waterfall where
you can take a dip in its refreshing waters. Then, cycle
through the forest where you'll learn about local crops
grown on the island. End your tour with a relaxing drive
through the quaint fishing village of Dennery.
 Island Routes Helicopter Island Tour
○ Quite simply, there is nothing like flying over a tropical
island with a glass of champagne in hand to enjoy the
journey even more. The feel. The adrenaline. It's a whole
new way to experience the island. Sights: Castries, Marigot
Bay, St. Lucian Fishing Villages, Lush Rainforest, Interior
Mountains, Pitons, Soufriere Volcano, Coral Reefs, Dive
Sites, Remote Waterfalls, Rivers and Valleys; Major
Beaches & Hotels, Plantations, Cap Estate Homes, Rugged
Atlantic Coast, Pigeon Point, Fort Rodney, Rodney Bay
Marina and Rat Island.

Change Your Latitude Travel
Erin Peters
erin@changeyourlatitudetravel.com

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