ADVERTISEMENT FEATURE RODNEY BAY, SAINT LUCIA
called a ‘Jump Up.’ The whole town buzzes during this weekly carnival-like event which features dancing, street barbecues with lots of seafood, and plenty of authentic Caribbean rhythms.
What’s New Among the newest attractions at the Rodney Bay Resort is the new 30,000 sq ft Treasure Bay Casino. This is the first casino to open on the island and offers 257 slot machines and 22 gaming tables and is fast becoming the place to be seen for a fun and exciting night out. The new Our Planet (www.
ourplanetcentre.org) experience in Castries, focuses on ecological and environmental issues in a fun and interactive way with a life-size 3D hologram of Prince Charles, a walk- through immersion tunnel showing how the planet was created and a huge Mirrorsphere which gives a kaleidoscopic view of plants and animals.
Must Dos Pigeon Island is a 40-acre islet joined to the mainland by a man-made
causeway. It's a national park and has two scenic peaks plus numerous historic forts to explore. It is also the home and major venue of the popular Saint Lucia Jazz Festival. Or for a Saint Lucian warbler-type
view of the island, suggest zip-lining for spectacular sights among the tropical foliage and a real adrenaline buzz. For golf recommend the Sandals
Regency St. Lucia Golf Resort & Spa and the St. Lucia Golf and Country Club with its picture- postcard perfect views of both the Atlantic Ocean and Caribbean Sea.
Where to Book Agents should book with their preferred tour operator.
Follow Saint Lucia Stay in touch with the Saint Lucia Tourist Board UK! Register for its regular newsletter at newsletter@
stluciauk.org. Train online at www.
saintluciaexpert.com. Be a friend at
www.facebook.com/saintluciauk. Also see:
www.saintlucianow.co.uk.
General Information TIME ZONE: GMT -4 FLYING TIME: Eight hours VISA: None for British citizens
LOCATION AND CLIMATE: One of the Windward Islands, Saint Lucia is situated between Martinique and St. Vincent, to the northwest of Barbados. With a sub-tropical climate kept mild by cooling trade winds, it is comfortable year round. Expect sporadic tropical showers between June-November.
GETTING THERE: British Airways flies non-stop seven days a week to Saint Lucia. Virgin Atlantic flies non- stop three times a week from London- Gatwick to the island.
www.ba.com www.virginatlantic.co.uk
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