A panorama from Pigeon Island, close to Gros Islet, in St Lucia.
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Pigeon Island National Park in St. Lucia, Saint Lucia
Pigeon Island is a 44-acre islet located in Gros Islet in the northern region of Saint Lucia. Once isolated from the country in the Caribbean Sea, the island was artificially joined to the western coast of mainland in 1972 by a man-made causeway built from dirt excavated to form the Rodney Bay Marina. Composed of two peaks the island is a historic site with numerous forts such as an 18th-century British fort and Fort Rodney both used by the British to spy on French Ships from neighbouring Martinique. In 1979 it was named a national park and again in 1992 it became a national landmark under the control of the Saint Lucia National Trust (SLNT). Today, Pigeon Island is the home and major venue of the Saint Lucia Jazz Festival.
History of Pigeon Island in St Lucia
Castilian navigator, Juan de la Cosa passed by Saint Lucia and Pigeon Island during his 1499 voyage and recorded the sighting on his world map of 1500. However, long before European explorers became aware of Pigeon Island, Amerindians who migrated from South America were the first people to spot and settle on the island. In fact, Amerindian artifacts dating back to 1000 A.D. are located on Pigeon Island in St Lucia. The Arawaks were the first, but they were driven out by the Caribs who are thought to have lived in caves along the shore of the island fishing and hunting for small animals and birds to survive.
Then starting in the 16th-century, Pigeon Island was used as a hideout by pirate gangs who could see approaching ships long before they saw them. The most famous pirate gang with 300+ men making Pigeon Island in St Lucia their hideout was led by a Frenchman Francois le Clerc, known as Le Capitaine Jambe de Bois because of his wooden leg.
The pirate gangs on Pigeon Islands were followed by European colonizers with both the French and British establishing settlements on Saint Lucia, and at the signing of the Treaty of Breda in 1667, French sovereignty was recognized. However, for 150 years that ended with the signing of the Treaty of Paris in 1814, control of Saint Lucia and Pigeon Island changed fourteen times. Seven times for the French and seven times for the British who were the ultimate victors and who actually built Fort Rodney along with the other military facilities on Pigeon Island starting in 1778.
Military operations were abandoned on Pigeon Island in St Lucia by the British circa 1861 at the beginning of the American Civil War. Pigeon Island was then used as a quarantine station for East Indian indentured laborers from 1877 to 1909. It was later used as a whaling station and even leased to an Englishwoman Josset Agnes Huskinson from 1937 to 1976. Josset had a popular restaurant on Pigeon Island, catering to yachties and visitors from neighboring islands like Martinique. Her lease on the island was suspended during World War II when the United States Navy used Pigeon Island as a US Naval Air Station as part of the protection of the Panama Canal.
Through all of this change of usage, it wasn’t until around 1972 that Pigeon Island was connected to mainland Saint Lucia through the construction of a causeway as part of the Rodney Bay Development Scheme. That ultimately led to the development of Pigeon Island as a national park with numerous attractions now known as Pigeon Island National Landmark.
Things to do at Pigeon Island
1. Explore the Ruins
Ruins’ isn’t a bad word where Pigeon Island is concerned. Everyone from hikers to newlyweds enjoy this slice of paradise, in and out of the park. If you’re into hiking, you can hike one or both peaks located within the park. Fort Rodney is 225 feet high, while Signal Peak reaches 330 feet. It’s a little challenging to get to the top, but it doesn’t measure up to some of the more difficult climbs in Saint Lucia, like the Gros Piton or Petit Piton climb. To get to Signal Peak’s highest point, you’ll have to climb a tall ladder, which is relatively easy to do. The ocean breeze and the amazing view from the top are simply heavenly!
2. Bathe at secret beaches
While there are many bays in the general Pigeon Point area, in the park you’ll find two relatively secluded ones. If you go midweek, on a day when there are no cruise ships in port, you’ll find the beaches almost deserted. On other days, you won’t be able to find a spot. The water is clear, and the sand is white and well kept. There are even bathroom facilities. Beaches within the park are popular for picnics, snorkeling, and snuba tours.
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Sun, Sea, and Luxury at East Winds St Lucia
We had the privilege of being a guest at East Winds, St. Lucia and were extremely pleased with our entire stay! I've compiled a short video of the highlights of East Winds Resort, top notch dining, and adventures we took part in during the week!
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Whalesong Guest House Accommodation St Lucia KwaZulu-Natal South Africa
Whalesong Bed and Breakfast is situated on the Elephant Coast in the heart of the exquisite St Lucia World Heritage Site between Lake St Lucia and the Indian Ocean in South Africa. St Lucia won KZN's town of the year in 2010 and is unique in that it is the only private village in the world that is surrounded by a world heritage site (natural wilderness). This unique village provides the visitor with flexibility, comfort and freedom to come and go with ease.
St. Lucia Holidays: Ladera Villa Resort Review and Movie - The Pitons
Ladera Villa Resort is perhaps the best seat in the house when it comes to viewing the magnificent Pitons in St. Lucia. It is one of the top places to visit recommended to guest taying at PoinsettiiaApartments.com where the moto is: Stay in comfort and explore ore in style.
Stop in for lunch on the deck of ladera where this movie was taken, its a wonderful encounter with the Pitons. Dining is casual and on this day a trio dressed in their native St. Lucia costumes, sang old folk songs accompanied by fiddle and drum. The place is magical, the service friendly and the view out of this world.
Its best to hire a car and drive to Soufriere to have lunch at Ladera. After lunch walk across the road to see Hotel Chocolate. Later drive by Jade mountain (its good to arrange a meeting as they do tours of the resort throughout the day. The last tour is about 3pm). Drinks at Anse Chastanet's or Jalousie, completes the circle of the Piton resorts on this side of the mountain. On the way back be sure to stop in at Stonefield villas for another breathtaking view of this unforgettable UNESCO heritage site.
Soufriere is about an hour drive from Poinsettia Villa Apartments which is located on a scenic hilltop over looking Vigie bay in Castries, the capitol of St. Lucia. Its an exclusive oasis centrally located to all your St. Lucia Activities. The management have arranged special rates on car rentals and tours for guests. A visit to Soufriere and lunch or drinks at Ladera is a must on the list of places to see.
Poinsettia Apartment Villas are an affordable escape that is ideal for couples and families who like to be independent, stay in affordable and comfortable self catering apartment from where they can spend their days exploring the islands most exciting places.
The apartment villas for rent at poinsettia are a great place to come home to and what you save on accommodation at luxury resorts can be put toward your visit, your adventure and fine dining at the many gourmet restaurants and resorts on the island. As we say Stay in comfort and explore ore in style.
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Poinsettia Apartments for Rent in St. Lucia
PoinsettiaApartments.com
PO. Box 127, Vigie, Castries, St Lucia
Tel 1 (758)456-0469 Fax 1 (758)452-0217
reservations (at) pointsettiaapartments.com
a great place to come home to
Centrally located by boat and car to all of St. lucia. By air to other islands. It is just above the marina where you can step onto a catamaran and sail to the Pitons (UNESCO World Heritage Site).
The units are set in a villa style oasis with pool, terrace and a spectacular view. With only 7 units for rent it is an exclusive and private oasis on the ocean.
Ladera Video & Review by PoinsettiiaApartments.com, Stay in comfort and explore in style
Carnival Fascination | Southern Caribbean (Day Five) St Lucia
Title: Our Travel Journal: Cruise Getaway
Carnival Fascination | Southern Caribbean
Part#5 St Lucia (Pointe Seraphine Shopping Centre)
We stood in the port area; Pointe Seraphine Shopping Centre. Wanted to relax from the beach, since we have been here before but didn't have a chance to check the shopping area by the port.
It's nothing spectacular but thought we give you snippet on the port shopping perspective.
We had a true blast of fun and joy on this 7-day cruise getaway vacation on the Carnival Fascination.
Our Southern Caribbean itinerary:
*Day 1 Port Old San Juan, Puerto Rico (done)
*Day 2 St. Thomas (done)
*Day 3 Antigua (done)
*Day 4 Barbados (done)
*Day 5 St. Lucia (done)
Day6 St. Kitts
Day 7 St Maarten
Day 8 Port Old San Juan, Puerto Rico
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A week in Soufrière, St Lucia (With Jade Mountain, Sugar Beach & Hotel Chocolate)
Jess and I spent a two weeks on the stunning island of St Lucia, this is Part-One of our trip showing how we got on during our first week on the island in the town of Soufriere.
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- British Airways First Class (170K air-miles + companion voucher)
- Sugar Beach
- Sulphur Springs Mud Baths
- Boucan by Hotel Chocolate (Tree to Bar Tour)
- Anse Chastanet & Mamin Beach
- Jade Mountain Dinner
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Huge Thanks to Real St Lucia Tours / St Lucia airport shuttle team Janus Gyan
A huge Thanks to Real St Lucia Tours / St Lucia airport shuttle team Janus Gyan for being there as we exited the airport and taking us to The Royalton. Great correspondence made the arrangements a breeze. Our driver, Jermal, was amazing! He stopped at a great spot where we got some awesome pictures as well as pointed out historic spots along the way. Very personable. On time and waiting at our hotel lobby for our departure. Great service at a great rate!! Highly recommended :)
We appreciate it!!!
Kris O'Brien and family
Cap Maison - St. Lucia Luxury Hotel, Resort & Spa - Rock Maison Dining
Cap Maison is an award winning luxury hotel, resort and spa in St. Lucia, West Indies. This video is a comprehensive overview of our property featuring one of the Caribbean’s top restaurants, The Cliff at Cap.
Rock Maison is a private dock built on a shoal below the Cliff at Cap Restaurant on the water’s edge and is one of Cap Maison’s most romantic hidden spots.
The wooden deck area is almost surrounded by the surging sea over the giant reefs and is accessed by a wooden staircase near the main restaurant. Rock Maison is a perfect venue to host a small reception of up to thirty people, or rather, a beautiful private romantic dinner with your loved one.
The ambience of dining on the ocean is like none other. The constant cool sea breeze, the sound of the ocean crashing gently against the shoreline, and the beauty of the flames of the lite torches dancing wildly in the wind and illuminating the night are all elements contributing to a truly memorable evening.
At night, flambeaus light your way along the stretch of sand to the great rock. Drinks from the bar above glide to your private table on Rock Maison in a basket by way of a champagne zip line, one of the many unique features of the resort. Guests can simply sit back and relax in the charming ambience of this location over a glass of exquisite wine and a bit of chatter until their meal is served.
Rock Maison is a wonderful spot for sunset drinks with friends or family. It has also played host to full moon meditation, early morning yoga and off-menu spa treatments.
Rock Pool
Cap Maison is creatively refining its food and beverage venues this season, unveiling a new Rock Pool adjacent to Rock Maison.
Rock Maison, which may well be Cap Maison's best kept secret, lies directly below the Cliff at Cap restaurant. It's a wooden deck built on a rocky outcropping, which is surrounded on three sides by the sea surging over the reefs. Guests access Rock Maison by a wooden staircase, while drinks travel down a zip-line to the deck below. It's the ideal place for sunset drinks, private dining and special events.
The new Rock Pool, a natural rock pool that fills with sea water as the waves surge to the base of the cliff, is tucked next Rock Maison. It has a submerged bench and is an ideal place for guests to immerse themselves while enjoying a cocktail. Three carved out ice buckets are also in the rocks, awaiting a bottle of white wine or champagne.
Cap Maison will also extend the hip and happening Cliff Bar this summer, while increasing the seating capacity for the popular Cliff at Cap restaurant, where the highly regarded cuisine of Executive Chef Craig Jones draws guests and visitors to its legendary Sunday Lobster Lunch, annual Celebrity Guest Chef Series and other culinary and wine events.
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OceanView Villa Apartments for Rent In St. Lucia: Poinsettia #5 for Independent Holidays
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Welcome to PS #5 villa apartment for rent in St. Lucia.
Villa #5 is one of the most popular 2 bedroom units at the ps oceanfront resort in Vigie. Its close to the beach and to all of your holiday activities. #5 the poolside apartment is a two bedroom self catering accommodation with a commanding view of the bay, the pool and the gardens. Its a second story unit with private staircase alongside of the pool.
Recently redecorated in rust colours and subtle reds in the siting and patio area, #5 has a stunning view to the ocean from the kitchen, the patio and the sitting area. The kitchen and master ensuite bedroom a;so over looks the pool. The bedrooms are sunglow-amber with burnt-sienna blinds on the windows overlook the pool or gardens.
Guests always enjoy the poolside villa apartment at PS oceon view resort in low key private setting perfect an independent holidays for couples, families and singles
Spinets of reviews as Seen on TripAdvisor:
Lars, Maria, Nile:
Fantastic! perfect for family independent living. The owners are fantastically helpful
Carole Fredrikfen:
Had a wonderful Time, the family who own the apartments are delightful. Felt very comfortable and safe at this gated complex.
All things considered this is one of the best values for money on the island
Poinsettia Apartments and Villas area a special class of accommodation combining the concept of the townhouse and the villa with your own private apartment holiday home in resort setting. The units are set in a villa style oasis with pool, terrace and a spectacular view. With only 7 units for rent it is an exclusive and private oasis on the ocean.
Poinsettia is centrally located in Castries, the capitol of St. Lucia. From here you can explore, work, rest and play. At the end of a day of adventure it is A Great Place to Come Home to.
Poinsettia Apartments for Rent in St. Lucia | Holidays for the Independent minded
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PO. Box 127, Vigie, Castries, St Lucia
Tel 1 (758)456-0469 Fax 1 (758)452-0217
reservations (at) pointsettiaapartments.com
St Lucia: Calabash Cove in St Lucia
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Tucked away on gently sloping, tropical beachfront on the northwest coast of the island, Calabash Cove is an upscale resort located in St. Lucia. Nestled in the sheltered bay of Bonaire Estate, Calabash Cove is perched on a hillside sloping gently towards the Caribbean Sea, where cool ocean breezes provide a wonderful respite and the turquoise sea is offset by the vibrant green of tropical vegetation and views of Walcott Island. A private beach and nearby coral reef provide the perfect place to rest, reflect and dream.
The resort has been designed with great care to compliment and exist in harmony with the beauty of the natural surroundings. The main buildings of the hotel, such as the lobby, restaurant, bar, sanctuary, and infinity pool with waterfall lie on a slope, with the Villas in the midst of lush vegetation perfectly situated to view nightly sunsets. The natural elements of earth, wind, light and water are represented in the exotic wood, stone and natural materials used in the composition of the buildings. The peaceful and tranquil gardens, under the care of one of the finest landscape architects in the Caribbean, have been created to capture and optimize the natural splendor of the area and are filled with vibrant, fragrant flowers set amid groves of trees.
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St. Lucia's 7 best all-inclusive boutique hotels
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All-inclusive resorts are often accused of phoned-in decor, mediocre food and a one-size-fits-all approach to service. We've certainly encountered such cons at our share of all-inclusive stays, which is partially why we've fallen so hard for boutique-style all-inclusives. Such properties have the perks of the fixed-rate system but are generally smaller, more cuisine- and service-driven and better in tune with their environment. These seven boutique all-inclusives in St. Lucia are the best of their kind on the island. 1. Best suited for couples in search of privacy and quiet luxury, Jade Mountain is one of the most romantic -- and expensive -- hotels on earth. All of its 29 rooms are accessed by a private bridge and have a striking missing-fourth-wall design, meaning they're totally open to the outdoors -- and the stunning views of the iconic Pitons and the Caribbean Sea. If there were ever a hotel room to hole up in, it's one of these, and many Jade Mountain guests do just that, thanks to the 24-hour butlers and four-course room service. Jade Mountain's open-layout restaurant serves gourmet seasonal fare and there's a sky deck for cocktails and stargazing. There are bike rentals and free daily yoga classes but otherwise, guests can expect to be isolated from virtually everything and everyone -- aside from roosters crowing at daybreak and tree frogs croaking their nightly songs. 2. Stretching across a lush ridge between the two Pitons, is an eco-luxe hideaway with a romantic vibe and spectacular views. The 32 back-to-nature, treehouse-style rooms have wood and stone walls, vaulted ceilings, local furniture and plunge pools with swings or waterfalls. Like Jade Mountain, Ladera's rooms are open to the elements -- panoramic views of the valley and sea -- and don't have air-conditioning. While this may be an initial turn-off for some guests, the resort's elevated location ensures that rooms are cooled by the evening breeze. Gorgeous views add drama to the entirety of the resort, which includes a clifftop pool, a breezy restaurant serving fine St. Lucian fare and a tiny spa with tiered clay hot tubs surrounded by rough rock walls and green jungle. 3. East Winds East Winds is a far cry from the mega all-inclusives in St. Lucia and that's just what its loyalist guests love about it. Intimate and old-fashioned, the resort doesn't have a gym, a spa, a busy agenda of activities or big blocky room buildings lining its beach. Instead, you'll find 30 bungalows scattered throughout a botanical garden and a real focus on great food, featuring organically-grown products and fish delivered daily by local fishermen. Guests spend their time serving themselves drinks at the pool, snorkeling the reef off the beach, having cocktails at the sunset bar and enjoying four-course dinners. Though East Winds is small, its list of all-inclusive freebies is mighty: In addition to all meals and afternoon tea daily (including twice-weekly barbecues and Friday night lobs
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St. Lucia: Cocoa farmers organize to defend their livelihoods
St. Lucia is one of eight countries worldwide that produce fine aromatic cocoa. In the southern part of this Caribbean island, cocoa farmers are organizing to defend their livelihood. They face serious problems due to high costs and access to local markets, but aid from the Farm Labor Support Program, funded by the government with assistance from the Bolivarian Alliance for the Peoples of our America (ALBA), is giving them hope that they will be able to overcome their difficulties. Alison Kentish reports from Castries, St. Lucia. teleSUR
St. Lucia Caribbean Vacation - Hiking the Pitons
This year we decided to celebrate Thanksgiving in St Lucia, escaping Michigan's winter weather. The highlight of our trip to St. Lucia was hiking the Pitons (Gros Piton). Our local driver said we were crazy and while that might be true the view was worth it. Luckily we had a nice breeze during our climb, it's known to get uncomfortably hot. If anyone sees our guide Elvin, please tell him that we said hi!
We stayed at James Club Morgan Bay, Saint Lucia, though we've heard good things about the Sandals resorts as well. A piece of advice for those traveling to Saint Lucia, use the excursions offered by locals near your beach vs buying them through the resort. Ask around, it's likely other guests already gave them a try. Please feel free to share the details about your St. Lucia vacation in the comments.
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Celebrity Cruises has added another ship to those already visiting St. Lucia. The Celebrity Eclipse made its first call to Port Castries today. The Mega ship is the 3rd of 5 sister ships and was built in Germany in 2010. A Plaque exchange ceremony to commemorate the arrival of the Celebrity Eclipse to port Castries was held on board the ship this morning.
The captain of the ship Dimidrios Manepas of Athens Greece says as much as his passengers love St. Lucia at first sight, for him he's paid multiple visits with other companies. But, it still feels like it's his first time everytime.
St. Lucia One Bedroom Villa Rentals - The Nook Villa 4, Self Catering Accommodation
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There are not many private oceanfront one bedroom villas available
for rent in St. Lucia. Certainly not with the quality oceanfront location and affordable rates of the nook at Poinsettia ocean view villas on the picturesque Vigie cove.
Its one of only 7 villa apartments at poinsettia on the hill overlooking the shallow draft marina on the cove above Castries. 4 are two bedroom units suitable for families and groups. There are three one bedroom self catering apartment-villas all ideal for singles, couples and even a family with a small child.
The Nook is just below the famous roof top terrace with its amazing view
of the cove and marina at Ganters bay, and between the pool
and gardens. It is a private, clean and spacious self-catering villa with all of
the conveniences of home and central to all holiday activities on the island
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This video is about PoinsettiaApartments.com's vial called the Nook, a cozy self catering one Bedroom Villa apartment on the Poinsettia hill over Vigie Cove.
It is nestled in beside the estate garden on one side with the pool on the other. Windows in the villa look out to both sides. Above is the roof top terrace with its panoramic view of Vigie cove and the surround natural landscape, harbour, marina, ocean and beaches. Here guest of the resort will often enjoy BBQs and even drinks to watch the incredible Caribbean Sunsets on the bay.
The Nook is fully equipped and fully self contained with a large kitchen and spacious living and dinning. All villa and apartment accommodation are available on short term vacations and long term residence.
Poinsettia Apartments and Villas area a special class of accommodation combining the concept of the townhouse and the villa with your own private apartment holiday home in resort setting. The units are set in a villa style oasis with pool, terrace and a spectacular view. With only 7 units for rent it is an exclusive and private oasis on the ocean.
Perfect for self-catering st. Lucia holidays, residences and accommodation, you can book these delightful apartments, villas/town houses for a short vacation or for a long term stay.
Poinsettia is centrally located in Castries, the capitol of St. Lucia. From here you can explore, work, rest and play. At the end of a day of adventure it is A Great Place to Come Home to.
Poinsettia offers privacy and your own space for your St. Lucia tours and adventures. to discover this special Caribbean island on your own agenda. Or, if you are living in St Lucia, to enjoy the benefits of a central location, a panoramic view, and the convenience of the pool and facilities.
Special rates and discounts are offered on most of the tours and places you may want to visit.
Location, Location
Poinsettia is strategically located by Vigie beach close to the local airport in Castries, town and markets. Fantastic views of the Vigie cove.
It is just above the marina where you can step onto a catamaran and sail to the Pitons (UNESCO World Heritage Site) and centrally located for access to all your island adventures.
Call Poinsettia for your vacation accommodation in St. Lucia:
Poinsettia Apartments for Rent in St. Lucia
PoinsettiaApartments.com
PO. Box 127, Vigie, Castries, St Lucia
Tel 1 (758)456-0469 Fax 1 (758)452-0217
reservations (at) pointsettiaapartments.com