St Lucia is one of the smaller islands in the Caribbean and attracts over 350,000 visitors per annum mostly from the USA and UK. In 1979 St Lucia became an independent democracy within the British Commonwealth and after a short while on the island you'll soon discover a wealth of influences and nuances pointing to its “colourful” and “charming” heritage.
Christopher Columbus was the first European to discover St Lucia in 1499 from which time it soon became a British territory until 1667 when the island was taken over by the French and for the next 150 years the island swapped back and forth until finally in 1814 the island ceded to the British, one of the nuances that can be found is that although English is the official language of the Island French patois is widely spoken by the locals.
A home from home feel is engendered by finding traffic driving and the left hand and the locals passion for the crack of leather on willow all of which mixes with the strong Caribbean influences found in the music and richly flavoured Creole cuisine and the of course the Rum drinks and locally brewed beer.
The charming appeal of the island is enhanced by the local’s passion for a party who enliven the regular carnivals, festivals and open air markets.
There is plenty to see and do, some of the most popular places and activities are
Marigot Bay
A lovely natural harbour that once provided a hideout for pirate ships, Marigot Bay also served as the setting for the film Dr. Doolittle.
Maria Islands Nature Reserve
These tiny islands in southern Saint Lucia to the east of Vieux Fort are home to rare wildlife and birds. Several species exist nowhere else in the world.
Pigeon Island Museum and Interpretive Centre
This museum is housed in the former British officers' mess building, which has been restored to its 1808 plans. A modern "hands-on" display brings Pigeon Island's fascinating history to life.
Whale & Turtle watching
St Lucia is recognised as one of the leading whale watching sites in the area. Over 20 species are regularly spotted throughout the year, including humpbacks, pilot whales, sperm whales and spinning and spotted dolphins.
Turtles are another fascinating thrill for nature-lovers. The abundance of these majestic reptiles on St Lucia is due to the protection provided by local environmental activists, who have ensured there is a permanent suspension on turtle hunting.
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