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General Information On St.
Lucia General Information On St. Lucia St. Lucia, a Windward Island just south of Martinique, is one of the more popular destinations in the Caribbean. Not only is it a place where visitors can find some excellent resorts, but a place where there much natural beauty. The island is filled with amazing plant and animal life. The culture of the island is a distinct blend of British, Creole, French, and Indian influences. For more information, visit the Official Site of the St. Lucia Tourist Board or the CIA World Factbook for St. Lucia. |
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The People of St. Lucia
Passports, Visas and Entry Requirements
Health and Safety
Geography
Climate
Currency
Electricity
The People of St. Lucia
The island's people and its culture evolved from the influences of several highly
interesting and contrasting groups of
people. As you walk along the street you can smell the aroma of fine
Indian food, enjoy the British speech and manners of the islanders, and enjoy
the wonderful Caribbean music. This diversity draws tourists from all over the
world.
The islanders of St. Lucia are very proud of their cuisine. The island produces wonderful produce. This is because the soil of St. Lucia is rich and fertile due to past volcanic activity. You will also enjoy the local bananas, mangoes, pineapples, and many other tropical fruits that grow on the island. The seafood here is wonderful cooked and seasoned with a nice blend Indian spices and Creole methods of cooking.
Passports, Visas and Entry Requirements
All visitors to St. Lucia, including U.S.* and Canadian citizens, as well as those from within the Caribbean, must have a valid passport and an ongoing or return ticket, regardless of their country of origin.
| *The Intelligence Reform and Terrorism Prevention Act of 2004 requires that by January 1, 2008, travelers to and from the Caribbean, Bermuda, Panama, Mexico and Canada have a passport or other secure, accepted document to enter or re-enter the United States. This includes United States citizens! In order to facilitate the implementation of this requirement, the Administration is proposing to complete it in phases following a proposed timeline, which will be published in the Federal Register in the near future. For additional information, go to http://travel.state.gov/travel/cbpmc/cbpmc_2223.html. |
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Health and Safety
Although the water here is consider to be safe to drink, I would still suggest
you stick to bottled water.
St. Lucia has about as much crime as major metropolitan areas like London or New York. Just as you would there, it is important to use common sense while you are here. Don't carry large amounts of cash on your person, and don't leave valuables unattended, and keep your expensive jewelry at home.
Geography
The interior of St. Lucia is beautifully forested with mountain peaks that range
from 1,000 to over 3.000 feet. These mountainsides are covered with tropical forests.
As you get closer to the shoreline, you will find that the land becomes quite
flat. The southwest coast is
famous for the volcanoes of Gros Piton and Petit Piton.
Visitors to St. Lucia can experience unique geographical adventures such as
driving into a volcano or taking a dip in the Sulphur Springs. The capital city
of Castries lies in the northwestern portion of the island.
Climate
The temperatures here are pleasantly moderate due to trade winds, with January averages
ranging from 76 to 82, and July averages ranging from 80 to 85. This Caribbean
island experiences about 75 inches of rainfall annually.
Currency
The official currency of St. Lucia is the Eastern
Caribbean Dollar (EC$). The U.S. dollar is widely accepted, but you may
still receive change in EC$. The exchange rate is permanently fixed at about
EC$2.70 to each US$1 (EC$1 = US$.37).
Currency Exchange - Get your currency needs managed in advance! Many airports, railroad stations, bus depots, and other points of entry have no currency exchange. When currency exchange is available in airports, lines can be long and rates can be "sky high". These long waits and usurious fees can be a nightmare. Order in advance from All Foreign Currency right online. It's fast, easy, and you save time and money! The can also provide you with Travelers' checks, bank drafts, and transfers. U.S. dollars are not accepted everywhere and rates can be atrocious!
Electricity
Everyone who comes to St. Lucia from the United States will want to bring their
adapters and converters as St. Lucia uses a
220- or 230-volt system.
Getting To and Around St. Lucia
Typically, Caribbean travelers arrive via air at George F. L. Charles Airport
in Castries, but they may also arrive at the larger Hewanorra International
Airport near the city of Vieux Fort. Direct flights from the U.S. and Canada to
both airports are available. Flights generally connect through San Juan if they
originate outside the U.S. Visitors to the northern portion of the island are generally advised to
arrive via George F. L. Charles Airport since taxi rides from Hewanorra
International Airport can be lengthy and expensive. Visitors to the south are
advised to arrive at Hewanorra International Airport. Taxis are available at
both airports.
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Accommodations In St. Lucia
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Things To See And Do In St. Lucia
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Dining in St. Lucia
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2007 Travel Alert - Passports Needed for Canada, Mexico, Bermuda and Caribbean. Beginning January 23, 2007, ALL persons, including U.S. citizens, traveling by air between the United States and Canada, Mexico, Central and South America, the Caribbean, and Bermuda will be required to present a valid passport. As early as January 1, 2008, ALL persons, including U.S. citizens, traveling between the U.S. and Canada, Mexico, Central and South America, the Caribbean, and Bermuda by land or sea (including ferries), may be required to present a valid passport or other documents as determined by the Department of Homeland Security. Click here for the State Department Summary. And, if you need a passport in a hurry, because you forgot to apply months ago when you should have and your trip is almost upon you, click on Passports In A Hurry, or on Passport Visa Express!
