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Nigel Tisdall picks the standout Unesco spots from across the Caribbean


veryone knows the Caribbean does a great line in beaches, sunshine, music and rum, but this balmy region also has many world-class historic and scenic attractions. Those recognised by


Unesco as being of “outstanding universal value” are particularly rewarding, and can be flagged up when discussing which island best suits a client.


9 JANUARY 2020 travelweekly.co.uk


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the pitons, saint lucia


Saint Lucia’s twin peaks present an iconic Caribbean image, but they are only one part of an 11 square-mile World Heritage Site located south of Soufrière, encompassing geothermal springs, dense rainforest and a protected coastline home to rich marine life. The guided climb to the 798m summit of Gros Piton, which takes around four hours return, is a popular challenge, and there are several upmarket resorts close by. Book it: Five-star Sugar Beach, A Viceroy Resort sits bang in the middle of the two Pitons, with a white-sand beach and 96 rooms, each featuring a four-poster bed, private plunge pool and butler service. Doubles from $564, room-only. viceroyhotelsandresorts.com


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