Why Everyone Is Talking About… Saint Lucia

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Saint Lucia is an island that exudes relaxation and luxury. Whether you’re looking for an eco retreat in a chocolate plantation (yes, you can do this!), or feel just about ready to slide into an infinity pool set in a tropical paradise, there’s the perfect resort for you.

It’s not hard to understand why the island is such a favourite with couples.

From chilled-out restaurants under twinkling stars, to prime snorkelling spots just off the beach, it doesn’t take long to be seduced by Saint Lucia’s easy-going charms.

Beady-eyed visitors might recognise the island from Channel 5’s reality TV series The Bachelor UK, when rugby international Gavin Henson looked for the girl of his dreams in this suitably romantic setting.

And if you’re planning take your relationship to the next level, there’s no shortage of places to propose on this lush island.

The two volcanic peaks known as the Pitons, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, are among the most striking natural sights in the Caribbean.

Towering almost 3,000 feet out of the ocean, they can be seen from many points on Saint Lucia. Whether adventurous couples choose to hike the Pitons or merely gaze at their magnificence together, the iconic Pitons create the perfect backdrop for a memorable proposal.

Inside Belle Mont Farm—St. Kitt’s Sustainable Resort Unlike Any Other

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Belle Mont Farm, a groundbreaking resort on Kittitian Hill in St. Kitts, is making a name for itself in the sustainable resort sector—and keeping luxury in mind every step of the way.

Set between Mount Liamuiga and the Caribbean Sea in the West Indies, Belle Mont Farm is naturally blessed with scenic coastline views and 400 acres of fertile farmland. And from its inception, owner Val Kempadoo has been as committed to creating a high-end retreat as he is to preserving its natural assets and building an icon of sustainability in the Caribbean. “We have created a luxury hotel that makes a difference hopefully to our guests, our community and our environment,” says Kempadoo.

The Great House is Belle Mont Farm’s check-in area.

While “farm-to-table” has become a phrase de jour, Belle Mont Farm is the real deal. The organic farm is the epicenter, with 84 guesthouses and one four-bedroom farmhouse set right within it (villas are also available). While pampering details one might expect from an exclusive hotel, like rainwater showers and private infinity pools, are in place, what sets Belle Mont apart is its strict adherence to its sustainable mission. Caribbean techniques, materials and workers have built

Top things to do while in Bequia!

Go to the Beach!

White sand, turquoise seas and secluded bays. Bequia’s beaches invite you to relax and spend time unwinding.

Sailing..

Bequia has been a favourite destination of sea-farers for hundreds of years. Our lovely Port Elizabeth is full of yachting supplies and services and our great beaches, bars and restaurants make Bequia the perfect shore leave.

Admiralty Bay on Bequia’s leeward coast offers a sheltered and popular anchorage for visiting sailboats and motor yachts. Port Elizabeth is a port of entry and provides customs clearance.

Turtle Watching

Get close up to sea turtles, swim with them, learn how to protect them. Discover your eco side.

The Old Hegg Turtle Sanctuary is located on Park Bay, a little further to the north of Spring and Industry. As well as the enjoyment of seeing juvenile sea turtles, it is also an educational experience. To see green turtles in the wild, one of the best places to visit is the Tobago Cays. You can book a boat trip there from one of the operators along the waterfront in Port Elizabeth.

Diving and Snorkeling

Crossing the Island of St Vincent

Trinity Falls, St Vincent

This island, in the country of St. Vincent and the Grenadines (West Indies), is all jungle in its interior, crossed only by clear rivers. This is a record of a hike through the wilderness at the foot of the La Soufriere volcano – leading through beautiful sceneries including two canyons and an enchanted forest – ending at a spectacular waterfall – Trinity Falls!

Buccament Bay Resort, St Vincent

The multi-award-winning Buccament Bay Resort is a luxury, all-inclusive hotel on the beautiful island of St Vincent: the pearl crowning 32 islands and cays called the “Jewels of the Caribbean”.

Cradled by lush mountains and vibrant rainforest – an inviting sample of the many riches on offer from this unspoilt treasure – the resort boasts stunning features, like a white sandy beach meeting the clear, warm turquoise sea, and stylish accommodations that typify the Harlequin Hotels & Resorts standards.

A unique range of top class activities and facilities – many associated with famous brands – leave guests spoilt for choice, whilst warm, considerate staff deliver a truly Caribbean 5 star experience in a charming, village-style setting.

Whether you seek relaxation or stimulation, discover Buccament Bay Resort.

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Blue Lagoon, Port Antonio – Jamaica

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Mt Gimmie Waterfall – St Lucia

This secluded waterfall can be found at the base of Mt. Gimmie.

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Barbados Wedding Venues

The Crane

For a large wedding with guests of all ages, you can’t beat The Crane, which sits right on Crane beach, rated as one of the top ten best beaches in the world. Glamorous self-catering suites have all of the amenities of a vacation rental – fully-equipped kitchens, dishwashers, washers and dryers – and all of the perks of a luxury hotel: room service, jacuzzi bathtubs, spa showers, and private plunge pools.

The Lone Star

The design-driven Lone Star is easily the coolest hotel on the island. This celebrity favourite is very laid back and very boutique, making it the perfect venue for anyone who wants an island wedding that also feels like an intimate backyard wedding.

Tourist Attractions In Montserrat

Known as the “Emerald Isle” of the Caribbean, magnificent Montserrat survives as a somber spectacle of nature’s awe-inspiring power. The north side of the island puckers with lush peaks, while to the south lies an eerie lunarscape of deserted settlements and blackened valleys scarred by a series of devastating volcanic eruptions that began in 1995.

Soufrière Hills Volcano 

The Soufrière Hills Volcano erupted in 1995, devastating a large section of Montserrat, including the once-charming capital of Plymouth. Today the volcano is part of the exclusion zone and is closed to the public, however visitors can experience a sobering view of the volcano and its path of destruction from several vantage points. Some of these include Jack Boy Hill, the Montserrat Volcano Observatory, and Garibaldi Hill. A trip to the Montserrat Volcano Observatory gives an excellent overview of the volcanic eruptions and their impact on this beautiful island.

PLYMOUTH

The deserted town of Plymouth is Montserrat’s star attraction – the only volcanic-buried town in the Americas. Its ghost town feel is attributed to its eerie quiet, the absence of animals and birds, the subtle usurping of the town by the volcanic ash, even in its resting phase. Most poignant are the belongings left behind: in businesses typewriters, invoices and stationery; in homes aging toys, cradles, books, clothing.

Remains of Catholic Church Plymouth Montserrat

The 10 Best Private Island Resorts

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Laucala Island, Fiji

Pristine blue lagoons; lush coconut groves and volcanic mountains; endless beaches; 25 over-the-top, design-driven Fijian bures (pronounced boo-rays), each with private swimming pools—Laucala Islandis the ultimate South Pacific fantasy come to life. What’s more? The island flaunts the highest guest-to-staff ratio of any resort in the world (currently 16 staff to each villa), so expect the best-of-the-best in private island pampering.

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Fregate Island Private, Seychelles

Nature rules on this conservation-focused island in the Seychelles, a “Garden of Eden” that’s home to hundreds of Aldabra tortoises, 101 species of seabirds, and numerous rare and endemic creatures. While you’ll quickly fall in love with Fregate Island’s curious, wild residents, you’ll hardly see another human thanks to the island’s vast acreage and plentiful white-sand beaches.

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Tobago Beaches: Our Top 25 for 2016

Charlotteville. Photo by Chris Anderson

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You’re stumped for choice when it comes to beaches in Tobago. A good rule of thumb: the further north you go, the quieter the beaches become. Here are our top 25, grouped by region — Crown Point and the southwest, theLeeward (Caribbean) coast, and the Windward (Atlantic) coast.

Pigeon Point. Photo courtesy TDC

Crown Point

• Canoe Bay (entrance fee): off the Milford Road, this might be Tobago’s calmest and shallowest bathing beach, perfect for young families. Rarely crowded, with excellent facilities including bar and beachfront cabanas
• Pigeon Point ($20 entrance fee): Tobago’s picture-postcard beach. The water by the white coral sand is calm and warm and shallow, protected by Buccoo Reef and great for swimming and snorkelling. Thatched huts with picnic tables shelter you from the sun, and the on-site bar and restaurant provide refreshment and entertainment. Several water-sports businesses operate here: surfing, kite-surfing, wind-surfing, paddle-boarding, kayaking and more. Some glass-bottom boat tours also start here for the Reef and Nylon Pool. Make sure to take a photo or a selfie (or wefie) in the little thatched cabana at the end of the much-photographed jetty!
• Store Bay: a stone’s throw from the airport, this relatively small, shadeless beach — cupped on both sides by small coral cliffs — is the heartbeat of Crown Point and one of the most popular (and busy) beaches in Tobago. Glass-bottom boats often leave at least twice daily for tours to Buccoo Reef and the Nylon Pool. It’s great for swimming, and snorkelling under coral cliffs at the southern end. There’s excellent craft shopping, food stalls, and changing rooms (small fee).

The famous Boiling Lake, Dominica

“There are so many awesome hikes on the nature island but The Boiling Lake Trail is hard to beat. Taking a trained, experienced and certified guide with you is a prudent measure; the terrain is tricky, the route is not always clear, and local knowledge always makes the outing more interesting and enjoyable.” – Hike into Dominica

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Dark View Falls, St Vincent

One of St. Vincent’s most accessible and picturesque waterfalls.

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Top 10 Things to Do & See in Trinidad

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Our top 10 sights and experiences in Trinidad

1) Coast to Coast Drive

Trinidad’s human and physical landscapes vary vastly from coast to coast. Starting early and limiting your stops, you can drive the entire island in a day. From Port of Spain (which you must walk to truly experience), head east on the Churchill-Roosevelt Highway (or along the North Coast Road). From Arima, you can either head north toward dramatic Toco and Grande Rivière when you reach Valencia (you’ll have to retrace your steps to head to the southeast), or continue southeast through the “Cocal” toward the windswept Manzanilla and Mayaro beaches. From there, head west through the undulating Southern Range, and then south toward Icacos along the gently lapping water of the south coast; Cedros and Columbus Bays are magical. On your way back toSan Fernando, take note of the Pitch Lake (see below) and the oil-based industry that drives Point Fortin. You can head back to Port of Spain along the Solomon Hochoy Highway, but far more rewarding is the Southern Main Road winding past Claxton Bay, the sprawling Point Lisas Industrial Estate, Waterloo Temple and Hanuman Murti. Make sure to head west to Chaguaramas, with its National Heritage Park and marinas of moored yachts from across the globe.

2) Fort George

The original cannon and dungeon may be intimidating, but Fort George – built by the British in 1804 after snatching Trinidad from Spain in 1797 – never experienced military action. Since 1883, it has been a tracking station. These days, its greatest asset is its magnificent panoramic view (rivalled only by that from Mount St Benedict) of the entire west coast from 335m (1,100ft) above Port of Spain. Open 10am to 6pm, admission free.

3) Pointe-à- Pierre Wild Fowl Trust

This 25-hectare non-profit is home to many rare bird species (both free-roaming and caged), with a unique opportunity to get close to Trinidad’s national bird, the scarlet ibis. Bucolic wooden walkways take you right around the compound’s two lakes. There is a learning centre at the entrance, with displays and Amerindian artefacts, a boutique hotel, and restaurant.

Dickenson Bay, Antigua

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Top 10 Pristine Islands in the Caribbean

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The location sandwiched between two Americas boasts the crystal clear warm sea and pristine islands, that are covered with powdery sand. The part of the world enjoys the year long summer and is a desirable holiday destination. Check out our list and pick your favorite Caribbean island!

10. St. Vincent and the Grenadines

The island country boasts amazing nature and a pristine reef, allowing visitors to have a breathtaking diving experience. The location got a huge exposure after the Pirates of the Caribbean movies have been filmed here.

Why to go there?

An unspoiled retreat, quiet haven with no crowds.

9. The British Virgin Islands

Being among the most prosperous states in the Caribbean, the British Virgin Islands makes approximately half of its wealth from tourism. Numerous soft sandy beaches and crystal clear water make it a desirable holiday destination. The volcanic origin of the islands however provides even more versatile landscape. The Baths – a coastal area of Virgin Gorda – is famous for the grottoes, tunnels, pools and huge boulders on the beach – similar to those in Seychelles.

Why to go there?

Tourists can enjoy many activities: snorkeling and exploring the coral reefs, enjoying a

Sandals Ochi – #AllNewJamaica

Experience three resorts in one on the beautiful beaches, lush gardens, and scenic hillside at Jamaica’s newest gem.

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La Sagesse Beach in St Davids – Grenada

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