Few islands in the Caribbean are more beautiful than St. Lucia - the "Jewel of the Windward Islands".
The range of scenery here is breathtaking, with the dramatic twin volcanic peaks, the Pitons, soaring 2,000 feet up from the sea and magnificent rainforests boasting wild orchids, giant ferns and tropical wildlife. There are also many unspoilt beaches, sheltered by spectacular coral reefs. Away from St. Lucia's idyllic beaches, welcoming shops and open-air markets offer a variety of goods, ranging from fresh fruit to unique woodcarvings and handicrafts.
