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3. Introduction

5. Soufriere

6. Jade Mountain

9. Stonefield Estate

11. Ladera Resort

14. Gros Piton Nature Climb

15. Petit Piton

17. Anse Chastanet Resort

21. Crystals

23. Sulphur Springs Nature Park

25. Diamond Mineral Waterfall & Botanical Garden

28. Jalousie Plantation Resort & Spa – The Val Des Pitons

32. The Tides - Sugar Beach St. Lucia

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 Introduction
COME, SEE & EXPERIENCE ST. LUCIA - FOR ONLY YOU CAN RATE THE ACCOMMODATION OF
THE CREOLE ISLAND – Islelander Travel St. Lucia

What the Press Has To Say

"It's hard to imagine anywhere lusher than the southwest coast of St. Lucia. In this wild green land, there are mysterious
jungles, steamy volcanoes, secret waterfalls, thick palm forests, and most dramatic of all, two spectacular half mile peaks –
the Pitons – that shoot straight up from the sea. - Jennifer Quale, Connoisseur Magazine

The author, Patrick Leigh Fermor, compared the "lonely spikes" to the Matterhorn, while others have called them the eighth
wonder of the world. Yet few travelers know they exist. And although there are many reasons to stay at ANSE CHASTANET,
the most compelling is that it gives you the opportunity to be part of this beauty."

St. Lucia Hotels and Travel Guide

Nestled in the calm, turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea we at Islelander
welcome you to our wonderful island St. Lucia. Located midway down the
eastern Caribbean chain, between Martinique and St. Vincent, and north of
Barbados our island is only 27 miles long and 14 miles wide.

The moment your toes touch our sands and your gaze meets water, you
know you’re in our wonderful island. One of our most valuable possessions is
the sandy beaches complimented with our crystal clear water’s.

Islelander invites you to explore our island. You will realize the beauty of this
wonderful land which extends far beyond our extraordinary natural wonders.
St. Lucia is simply a place where dreams begin and reality ends. With natural
attractions such as the world’s only drive-in volcano “Sulphur Springs” and
the Majestic Pitons, St. Lucia is truly like no other on earth.

For more information on St. Lucia travel feel free to visit our website at www.islelander.com and take
part in our active blog and community forums; see what other Islelander travelers are saying about St.
Lucia. This insightful resource guide along with our website is useful tools for learning about St. Lucia’s
leading service providers.

Janus R. Gyan

Co-founder

Islelander Travel.

St. Lucia Travel and Information Experts

www.islelander.com

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 “ Fantasy Island!!!! ”
This was our first trip to St. Lucia. We decided to stay in Soufriere. Someone told me, if
you haven't stayed in Soufriere, then you haven't seen St. Lucia. Boy were they right.
What a beautiful destination. What we got was amazing!!!.
Date of stay August 2009
Visit was for Leisure
Traveled with Family with Teenagers

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 SOUFRIERE

The Heart of St. Lucia’s Renowned Natural Attractions: The Pitons & Drive In Volcano Along with many
other exotic sites.

Soufriere's backdrop of the Gros and Petit Pitons a UNESCO World Heritage site, sea and rainforest provides a
picture perfect setting for a visit to this laid-back and relatively undeveloped town in the south of St. Lucia.
Considering that its name is French for "sulphur," it should be no surprise to discover the wealth of hot springs and
mineral baths. Other great spots to visit include Diamond Botanical Gardens, a slew of pretty beaches and the bike
trails that wind through sugar plantation Anse Mamin. Rent a car to see the town or book a taxi with Islelander
Travel. Visit www.islelander.com for more information, or email info@islelander.com for bookings and inquiries.

There is never a bad time to make Soufriere a travel destination. The weather is beautiful year round. Soufriere is
a beach destination which offers much to tourists in terms of beach sports, nature tours, historical sites, trekking,
exotic nature sites, natural ruins and “real” adventure. Guests do not have to go far to enjoy such water activities
as water skiing, sailing, and fishing. Travelers who wish to enjoy the outdoors doing things other than those water
options can go horseback riding, bike riding, hiking, site seeing or just relax with nature in the Soufriere area.
Squash is also a local favorite which visitors can either try their hand at or enjoy as spectators. Guests who like to
combine their exercise with relaxation in spa style activity might want to check out The Spas of Soufriere at
Jalousie, Anse Chastanet, Ladera, Stonefield, featuring the ultimate best spas on island.

In terms of water activities, there isn’t much that the Soufriere area does not offer to guests. Fishing, particularly
deep sea fishing is a favorite for many tourists who want to soak up the rich Caribbean sun. Others like to get out
and get active and many try water skiing or windsurfing during their stays. Families traveling together might enjoy
snorkeling, which even the kids can do safely and easily.
Visitors who are truly active might challenge themselves with the Soufriere bike trails. Bike St. Lucia is a favored
option for many travelers, or hike the Gros Piton, and call it a day. Writer of the book 1000 places to see before
you die Patricia Schultz says "It's a vista that silences with its power and mystique.’

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Jade Mountain
DESCRIPTION
Rising majestically above the 600 acre beach front resort
of Anse Chastanet, Jade Mountain is a cornucopia of organic
architecture celebrating St Lucia’s stunning scenic beauty.
Architect owner Nick Troubetzkoy has expanded upon his
philosophy of building in harmony with Caribbean nature in his
creation of Jade Mountain. The bold architectural design –
individual bridges leading to exceptional infinity pool
sanctuaries and rugged stoned-faced columns reaching towards
the sky – makes Jade Mountain one of the Caribbean’s most
mesmerizing resort experiences.
Expect grand sweeping spaces where bedroom, living area and
an extravagant private infinity pool glide into one another to
form extraordinary platforms floating out into nature. With the
fourth wall entirely absent, Jade Mountain’s sanctuaries are
stage-like settings from which to embrace the full glory of St
Lucia’s Pitons World Heritage Site, and of course, the eternal
Caribbean Sea.
Wrapped around an infinity pool with a dazzling kaleidoscope
of colors, the Jade Mountain Club caters exclusively to resident
guests, celebrating James Beard Award winner, Chef Allen
Susser’s “Jade Cuisine.” Hovering in space above the Jade
Mountain Club is the Celestial Terrace, perfect for sunset
cocktails or star-gazing.
A wide range of spa services can be enjoyed in the privacy of
the Jade Mountain sanctuaries or at Kai en Ciel, Jade
Mountain’s boutique spa and fitness studio.
The Jade Mountain sanctuaries are deliberately techno-free;
there are no telephones, radio or television. Internet access is
available at reception for those who simply cannot let go of the
outside world as the resort encourages you to! The resort
major domos and a dedicated resort team ensure outstanding
service around the clock.
Enjoy the exclusivity and privacy of Jade Mountain with all of
Anse Chastanet’s restaurants, bars, boutiques, art gallery, spa,
scuba, bike and watersports facilities as well as 2 soft sand
beaches available to Jade Mountain guests at all time
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FEATURES & AMENITIES
All sanctuaries feature 15ft high ceilings and have the 4th wall open to the
views. All other aspects, layout and size vary from sanctuary to sanctuary. In
addition to locally made fine tropical wood furniture an eclectic collection of
furniture has been placed in the sanctuaries giving each one of them their own
individualistic ambiance.
The living areas of the rooms are finished with more than 20 different
species of tropical hardwood flooring and trims harvested in an
environmentally correct way. JADE MOUNTAIN's technicians actually visited
the Rain Forest of Guyana and personally chose which trees to be used. A
multitude of hardwoods has been used including Purpleheart, Greenheart,
Locust, Kabukali, Snakewood, Bloodwood, Etikburabali, Futukbali, Taurino,
Mora and Cabbage Wood.
The interior walls are finished in a crushed blush toned coral plaster
quarried in Barbados. The exterior is in massive rough concrete and imbued
with locally quarried stone, with all the window openings framed with massive
3 x 18 inch tropical wood mullions and muntins which are in-filled with
movable jalousie louvres. The flooring exposed to the weather is finished in
quarried coral tile from neighboring islands
"SKY" Suites
In addition to the 24 infinity pool sanctuaries at JADE
MOUNTAIN, there are 5 SKY jacuzzi suites. The SKY suites are
located in the lower hillside level of JADE MOUNTAIN. While
the SKY suites do NOT have an infinity pool they are part of
JADE MOUNTAIN and guests will enjoy all of the JADE
MOUNTAIN privileges. The SKY suites are very spacious suites
of about 1650 square feet, with the 4th wall open, yet
completely private, to maximize the amazing view
experience of the Pitons and the ocean. SKY suites feature a
two level room lay out, with large and comfortable living
space and open bath design, with a raised Jacuzzi tub
towering above living space and also open to view.
All infinity pool sanctuaries and the sky suites have king size beds. In room
facilities include fridge, tea/coffee maker, and hair dryer, iron and ironing board
(a member of housekeeping will gladly perform the chore for you). All infinity
pool sanctuaries and the sky suites have an electronic call button to contact the
service team at any time. There are no televisions, radio or telephone in the
infinity pool sanctuaries and sky suites in keeping with the overall resort
experience.
Guests are asked to refrain from using their cell phones in public, and keep them
on vibrate setting whilst on property. Internet access is available at the JADE
MOUNTAIN reception- guest may bring their own laptops or use the dedicated
guest computers. Telephone services, fax, business services are all available at
the reception. Excursions, car rental, jewellery, surprises, romantic private
dinners.... all can be arranged by the JADE MOUNTAIN concierge. Please
challenge us.
  Full-service health spa DINING
 Concierge desk
 Concierge services Trou Au Diable Beach Restaurant - St. Lucian/Indian theme
restaurant. Open evenings.
 Bar/lounge
 Breakfast available (surcharge) Piti Piton Restaurant - Caribbean cuisine with an international
influence. Open evenings.
 Front desk (limited hours)
 Currency exchange Jade Mountain Club - Light snacks. Open morning to late
 Beauty services evening.
 Number of floors: 4
 Gift shops or newsstand RECREATION
 Hair salon
The recreational activities listed below are available
 Internet access in public areas - complimentary either on site or near this St. Lucia hotel; fees may
 Laundry facilities apply.
 Library
 Massage - treatment room(s)  Windsurfing
 Medical assistance available  Whale-watching
 Number of rooms: 24  Snorkeling
 Parking (free)  Swimming
 Patio  Kayaking
 Poolside bar  Sailing
 Porter/bellhop  Scuba diving
 Restaurant(s) in hotel  Dock
 Room service (24 hours)  Tennis
 Security guard  Running track/path
 Spa services on site  Pilates
classes/instruction
 Swim-up bar
 Umbrella  Yoga classes/instruction
 Wedding services  Mountain biking
 Onsite parking is complimentary  Bicycle rentals
 Caters to senior citizens  Hiking/biking trails
 Horse riding/rental
ROOM AMENITIES  Helicopter/airplane sightseeing
 Bird watching
 Ceiling fan
 Free local calls
 Internet access - complimentary “Breathtaking”

 Bottled water in room (complimentary) Jade Mountain Resort

 Coffee/tea maker
New Jersey
 Housekeeping
 Extra towels/bedding Sep 1, 2009 | Trip type: Couples
 Bathrobes
I just got back from spending six nights at
 Hair dryer Jade Mountain in St. Lucia with my husband celebrating our
 Jetted tub 25th anniversary. I cannot say enough about the staff, food,
 Handheld shower amenities and the view from our "sanctuary"--unbelievable!
Youcan get out and take advantage to what is offered or stay
 Desk
in "sanctuary".
 Iron/ironing board We did venture out of the resort, only during the day. Most
 In-room safe people were pleasant; however you do need to be aware of
peddlers on the streets.
 Makeup/shaving mirror
All in all we would go back in a
 Massage - available in heart beat!
room
 Patio • Date of stay August 2009
 Refrigerator • Visit was for Leisure Traveled
 Separate bathtub and with With Spouse/Partner
shower
• Would you recommend this
 Separate sitting area hotel to a friend? Yes
 Sewing kit
This review is the subjective
 Smoking rooms only/ opinion of a TripAdvisor
 Turndown service member and not of TripAdvisor
 Wake-up calls
 Welcome amenities
 Window opens

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 Other “TRIP AD VISOR” review s

“Beyond Stunning”

“Unique and relaxing experience.”

“Jade Mountain is where God goes on vacation!”

“Unbelievable!”

“Fantastic experience from beginning to end!”

“Completely Jaded”

“Once in a lifetime experience (?)”

“The rooms are all that”

JADE MOUNTAIN 's ensuite infinity pools are not accoutrements, but primary
elements of the building's design. With sizes ranging from 400 to 900 square feet, the design of
each pool is unique both in colour and shape. The infinity pools are meant to serve as organic
components in each suite, as well as in the building as a whole; their sizes increase in relation to
the different square footage of the three different room categories; SUN, MOON and
STAR.
Stonefield Estate Villa Resort ROOM AMENITIES

All villas are equipped with

 Secure locking safe

 Ironing board
 Iron
 Telephone
 Radio
 CD player
 Hammocks

Stonefield Estate Villa Resort is keen on facilitating

complete relaxation and as such there are no televisions.
Villas have access to wireless internet connection.

DES CRIPTION
S tonefield Estate Villa Resort, one of the loveliest locales on the
island of St Lucia, bears the distinction of having captured the
imagination of the island’s earliest known inhabitants, the
Arawaks. These Amerindian people, as early as 350 A.D. were so
impressed by the verdant tropical landscape and its auspicious
positioning near the imposing Petit Piton that they recorded their
impressions on a stone tablet which can still be seen at Stonefield
Estate today.
Stonefield Estate Villa Resort’s appeal has only increased over
time. In fact this coveted patch of earth has continued to inspire
many, from those who work the land, to those who seek the muse
or those who rest a while to absorb its moving serenity.
Stonefield’s more recent history includes its incarnation as a
prosperous agricultural estate producing the much desired cocoa
and lime oil that were driving forces of colonial plantation
economies. In 1972 the Brown family acquired the land and
Canadian engineer Wayne Brown and his St Lucian wife Anista
began to envision a retreat that would eventually become a pied-
à-terre for visitors from the world over.
Elegantly rustic villas ensconced in a lush tropical hillside afford
visitors a chance to relax, luxuriate and rejuvenate. Stonefield
Estate Villa Resort continues a 1600-year old reputation as one of
the most desirable destinations for the discerning Caribbean
traveler.
FEATURES & AMENITIES
Set amid the lush foliage of a former lime and cocoa plantation
and nestled at the base of the awe-inspiring Pitons, Stonefield
Estate Villa Resort is the island’s premiere luxury boutique resort.
The estate, embraced by the boundaries of the UNESCO World
Heritage Site sprawls over 26 acres, and commands views of Petit
Piton, one of two volcanic cones that rise dramatically from the
Caribbean Sea and define the St Lucian landscape.
DINING
Mango Tree
Restaurant, like the
resort itself is
tropically elegant. The
al fresco dining
pavilion looks out
over a small river
stone pool and takes
in the magnificent Petit Piton and views of the Caribbean
Sea.
The chef and his culinary team use all fresh local market
ingredients and build on Mrs. Brown’s home cooking
recipes to make the freshest, most delicious St Lucian
flare. All herbs and vegetables grown on property are
organic and the former plantation still yields the seasonal
citrus, mango and breadfruit which are incorporated into
the daily menus.
The Mango Tree Restaurant features a special vegan
menu, as well as a children’s menu. And to stir it up true
Caribbean style, The Mango Tree presents a rotating
dinner theme menu featuring the popular Barbecue
Thursdays, a charming Creole evening with a live local shak
shak band and the best baby back ribs and jerk bake on
the west coast. The Saturday Market Affair serves up the
best of what has been freshly procured at the nearby
Soufriere market with live entertainment from local
musicians.
Whether you dine under a full moon with Petit Piton cast
in shadow, under the starriest of nights, or witness passing
ships alight, The Mango Tree Restaurants brings diners the
perfect marriage of location and gourmet Creole.
The Mango Tree is open for breakfast from 7.30 am until
11am and is open for lunch and dinner until 10 pm.

The villas at Stonefield Estate Villa Resort are beautiful, airy and Plantation House, the large signature villa on property
bright, accented with allusions to French colonial style including features a full kitchen and the option for an in house chef
wide open verandas, attractive jalousie shutters and antique four for your stay.
posters beds. Each villa is self-contained and commands vistas of
the awe-inspiring Petit Piton. Our secluded plunge pools and RECREATION
private garden showers bring the lush tropical world and the
secure retreat of the villas into harmony.

St. Lucia’s newest spa sensation features a cozy atmosphere that

sets the pace for true relaxation. Bamboo Door carries mainly
botanically based products designed specially by the
environmentally friendly Green Papaya® Lifestyle Products.

St Lucia has long been recognized as an idyllic wedding and

honeymoon destination, but Stonefield Estate Villa Resort is
something of a secret. The tranquil, rustic setting, stirring vistas
and first rate amenities make Stonefield Estate Villa Resort the
obvious choice for the discerning intendeds, honeymooners and
anniversary celebrants.
Excursions
There is no shortage of activities for the guests who might
want to stir from their plantation chairs or hammocks on
the airy verandas of Stonefield Estate’s villas. Jalousie
Beach, the most coveted stretch of sand on the island is
 minutes away. Soufriere itself offers much in the way of Other Trip Advisor Reviews
sightseeing and activities; in fact many visitors to the
island based in the north make it a first stop on their
itinerary. From rainforest hikes to coral reef dives, “Perfectly Relaxing Honeymoon in the Perfect Setting!”
waterfall excursions, botanical garden tours and hot
sulphur baths, there really is much to see and do.
www.islelander.com “Authentic St. Lucia Experience”

Nightlife “St. Lucian Friendly Resort You are Looking For”

Soufriere and its inhabitants are known as laid-back people who
know how to truly unwind and as such the pace of the nightlife
takes on the rhythm of the surrounding countryside. There are an “Stay in Frangipani! Beautiful resort and perfect service”
array of bars and restaurants to choose from and Stonefield’s own
The Mango Tree draws a following for sundowners at Happy
Hour, live music and excellent food. For those wishing to go
further afield, ferry services abound to take you up to Marigot
Bay, Castries or Rodney Bay the hip and happening entertainment
district of the island.

Beaches
Stonefield Estate Villa Resorts operates a shuttle service to
arguably two of the nicest beaches on the island, Jalousie Beach
and Malgretoute Bay. Snorkelling prospects are excellent,
photographic moments in abundance. With looming Piton views
and crystalline Caribbean Sea waters gently lapping quiet, palm-
fringed shores, guests wanting to get their feet wet need look no
further.

Shopping
The local craft trade is thriving in the town of Soufriere and there
are several small boutiques and roadside vendors from whom the
perfect souvenir can be purchased, whether it is local jewellery,
batik fabric, carvings and paintings by local artists or postcards.
For duty free shopping, Marigot Bay, Pointe Seraphine and Place
Carenage in Castries have excellent selections. Water and land
taxi services to these northern hubs are easy enough to organise
through the resort.

Sports
Tennis, golf, diving, fishing, biking, horse-riding and more are all
available in the vicinity of Stonefield Estate Villa Resort and
arrangements can be made through our concierge service.
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“Paradise”
Stonefield Estate Villa Resort
May 22, 2009 | Trip type: Family

Stayed here in April with my husband and two young children. We

were in Lime Mill villa and thought it was beautiful. It was not
artificially air conditioned, but was wonderfully open air and thus
cool and natural feeling. Open air showers were bliss. Rooms
were very spacious and tastefully decorated and the exterior
terraces and pool area could not have been more appealing. The
views were magnificent. All this without the usual commercialism
and without hordes of other people. We could hardly believe our
luck. The restaurant was very good indeed and all staff were
helpful and friendly.

• Date of stay April 2009

• Visit was for Leisure

• Traveled with Family with Young Children

• Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes

This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and
not of TripAdvisor LLC.

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 ROOM AMENITIES

Ladera  Coffee/tea maker

 Bottled water in room
(complimentary)
 Refrigerator
DESCRIPTION  Housekeeping (daily)
 Turndown service
 Massage - available in
Ladera is a resort that room
travelers dream about -  Bathrobes
a small, lush, tropical  Complimentary toiletries
gem that is world  Shower only
acclaimed yet still  Hair dryer (on request)
relatively unknown.  Makeup/shaving mirror
 In-room safe
Located in south western Saint Lucia, Ladera is a paradise like no  Desk
other to ignite your passions. Two miles from the port town of  Smoking rooms only
Soufriere, on a lush hillside of mango trees, lay the lure of Ladera.  Iron/Ironing Board
With only 6 villas and 26 suites and a dedicated, attentive staff,  Outdoor pool
Ladera offers an intimate experience and the ability to cater to
your preference.

Ladera was once part of Rabot Estate, one of Soufrière’s oldest

cocoa plantations. In 1982 it was transformed into a unique DINING
resort. Built of Caribbean timbers, local stone and terracotta tiles,
it is unique in design. All rooms are "missing" a fourth wall, with Dasheene, Ladera's award-winning restaurant, is known
no windowpanes or sliding doors to obscure the views or dull the throughout the world for its eclectic, innovative cuisine.
natural sounds of the nearby rainforest. Guests can slip into their The restaurant welcomes guests from all over the island,
beautifully landscaped private plunge pool and enjoy the rhythmic who often come here for lunch and dinner to enjoy
trill of the tree frogs. Dasheene's unbelievable panoramic view firsthand, to sip
cocktails at the Tcholit Bar, enjoy live music most evenings,
FEATURES & AMENITIES and indulge in the delicacies - both local and international
- that make Dasheene one of the Caribbean's finest dining
experiences.
Taking full advantage of its spectacular natural surroundings,
Ladera offers a unique design in guest accommodations. Renowned Chef Orlando Satchell
Each of the 6 villa suites and 26 suites has an 'open wall' inviting has created a world -class menu along with
one of the world's most breathtaking views into your suite yet St. Lucian Head Chef Nigel Mitchel.
each suite offers complete privacy and safety. Every
accommodation features its own private plunge pool or villa pool.
Featuring what is perhaps the freshest
food in the Caribbean, Dasheene's daily
 Swimming pool - outdoor menu provides an excitingly delicious
 Full-service health spa combination of fresh caught fish, locally
 Concierge services grown and freshly picked produce and other entrées and
 Bar/lounge indulgences, all presented in a style of casual elegance.
 Restaurant(s) in hotel
 Room service (limited hours)
 Parking (free)
 Self parking
 Business services
 Internet access in public areas - high speed
 Internet access in public areas - surcharge
 Porter/bellhop
 Security guard
 Safe-deposit box - front desk
 Front desk (limited hours)
 Number of rooms: 25 RECREATION
 Number of floors: 1
 Gift shops or newsstand Ladera is a place for guests seeking a life changing travel
 Currency exchange experience, and not just a quick getaway. It is the ideal
 Beauty services choice for one who is ready and willing to experience an
 Tour assistance unedited version of Utopia. Simply put, you get the real
 Medical assistance available Caribbean and all the luxurious trimmings that make
 Dry cleaning/laundry service Ladera's Endemic setting a lifetime memory.
 Umbrella
 Wedding services You can quietly bask in the panoramic views from your
open-air Suite and private pool, meander through Ladera's
Ladera Resort's four-room, air-conditioned Ti Kaí Posé Spa not gardens or you can fill your days with activities ranging
only does treatments on site but also offers a trip to Sulphur from scuba diving and horseback riding to Rainforest hikes
Springs—3.25 km (2 miles) from the resort—for a Sulphur Mud and market tours. Ladera's staff is happy to accommodate
Wrap. The spa also provides nail care. A computer in the every request. www.islelander.com
reception building supplies high-speed Internet access
(surcharge).

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 “Great for Couples”
Ladera Resort, St. Lucia

Aug 21, 2009 | Trip type: Family

My daughter, my son and I stayed there for my daughter’s

birthday. We have a wonderful time. The kids enjoyed the private
pool in our villa. Breath taking view for breakfast, most relaxing
with a hammock on the patio. Highly recommended for couples
looking to get away.

• Date of stay August 2009

• Visit was for Leisure

• Traveled with Family with Young Children

• Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes

This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and
not of TripAdvisor LLC.

“Simply Beautiful. Best Place for Intimacy and

Romance”
Ladera Resort

My husband and I married and honeymooned at the Ladera

Resort in June 2009. The entire staff was amazing. Their motto
"Above and Beyond" is an understatement. The plan was to
have a small ceremony for two, no frills. The Ladera
accommodated us with a wedding package that fit our budget
but exceeded our expectations.

The restaurant Dasheene's was awesome! The food was

excellent everyday. I awoke every morning thinking ... this
must be heaven! My husband and I will return annually!!

• Date of stay June 2009

• Visit was for Leisure

• Traveled with With Spouse/Partner

• Age group 35_49

• Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes

This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and
not of TripAdvisor LLC.

OTHER TRIP ADVISOR REVIEWS

“absolute bliss”

“The Best Hotel Room Ever”

“Romantic Adventure!”

“A must stay location for everyone at least once in your

life”

“Most romantic, stunning, private place on earth!”

“Ladera is Above & Beyond in every way imaginable”

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 .St. Lucia Pitons, Dare to Climb. Dream it, Plan it, Do it…

Gear Up for your next ADVENTURE right here… Islelander Travel St. Lucia

Traveler’s Description:

The two Pitons are of course

the most photographed
landmark on the island.

The Gross Piton is easier climbed with well

established tours that provide transportation to
the "Interpretive centre"( a small welcome
center of sorts with descriptions and models of
the local geography, geology and plant life).

The park service mandates that guides be used

when climbing this peak. The guides are park
service employees that are professional,
informative and fun to hike with. The climb
averages 2 hours to the summit and rewards
those that make it with spectacular views of the
island and the Petit Piton. This is a hike, not a
climb and although strenuous does not require
any special skills or present much exposure or
danger.

The Petit is quite different in that there is no

welcome center or even a marked trailhead for that matter. Although no guide is
mandatory on this peak, you would be well served finding a local that knows the route.
The climb does have some primitive fixed ropes and does present some exposure. The
summit is a much smaller area, but has even better views.

A Closer Look at the Renowned World Heritage Twin Peaks

Petit Piton Gros Piton

 Gros Piton Climbers
LEVEL OF DIFFICULTY, 1 OUT OF 5: 3

DESCRIPTION:

Towering 2,640 feet above sea level, Gros Piton is the tallest of the two pitons
and second highest peak in St. Lucia. Located just south of Soufriere in the
community of Fond Gens Libre, or “Valley of the Free People,” the mountain is
sanctioned by the Government of St. Lucia and requires a guide and fee.

The trail and community lay decently far from the main road, so private
transport is your best bet. There are no public buses that take you any closer
than the gap along the main road with a sign pointing in the direction of the
mountain.

The ascent to the top of Gros takes approximately 2 hours. The trail is very well
traveled and maintained. Your guide will help you when needed, but there are no
portions of the trail that require much, if any, assistance. Be prepared for a
constant and very steady hike to the top. There are several benches along the
path that provide great views and a place for rest and relaxation. Be sure to stop at
both lookout points at the top, as guides normally stop at the main lookout but
skip the secondary lookout, allowing you a wonderful view of Petit Piton.

Cell phone coverage throughout the hike.

ALWAYS hike with at least one partner, preferably two.

“awe inspiring views”

Pitons

UK, Aug 27, 2009

It was totally the most amazing experience ever. The climb is by no means easy, but it was worth every sweating
second and would do it again as the views are spectacular.
It was a really hard climb up and I was a bit naive to think it would be a walk in the park (so to speak) for
someone as short as me it was hard t get up some parts as the rock can be steep while others are nice and low.
You have to keep your eyes down at all parts of the climb up and down as you may do yourself an injury if u
don’t. Make sure u have a rucksack as well as u will b given 2litres of water to carry which u will need but if u can
carry more I would do so. As soon as u get up to the top there are no other words to describe the view except WOW, and you get to see
views from both North and South side, with the south being more picturesque. Coming down was a lot harder than we imagined and we
ached for days after so if you’re not in anyway fit this is not for u!

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 Petit Piton Climbers
LEVEL OF DIFFICULTY, 1 to 5: 5

DESCRIPTION:

At 2,461 feet above sea level, Petit Piton is the

shortest but most difficult of the two pitons, taking
anywhere from 1 hour 45 minutes to 3 hours each way. The unmarked trailhead is about
a 30 minute walk from Soufriere’s pier. Follow the road from Soufriere that leads south
along the water towards the piton. The beginning of the trail is to the right of the road
apx. 100 yards before the entrance to the Natural Springs (look for a small pasture and
shanty to the right of the road. There is a trail that leads along a chain fence at the back
of the field. At the beginning of this trail is an area of the fence that is pinned to the
ground with a large rock. This is the beginning of your journey). Be cautious along the
trail as there are several times where you can find yourself off the trail if you’re not
careful. Or you can cut off all this trouble and book your climb with Islelander St. Lucia,
they will arrange a guide for the climb and will pick you up and drop you off.

The trail is very, very steep. Hand holds in the rocks and tree roots will often assist in
pulling yourself up. Be advised that there are some very tricky rope sections about 3/4th
of the way to the top. Use extreme caution and know your limits. Having a spotter is very
important on this difficult stretch. www.islelander.com/info@islelander.com

There are no water sources along the trail so take plenty. The trail is well covered keeping you out of direct sunlight until reaching the
top.

Cell phone coverage throughout the hike. ALWAYS hike with at least one partner, preferably two.

“Challenge Piton”

Pitons, Aug 9, 2009

Excellent morning (4hrs roundtrip) hike - quite a challenge in parts and I consider myself to be quite fit. We paid a guide (Aaron / Erin?
which was well worth it, he kept us on sometimes hard to find the trail and guided the weaker ones up the series of ropes up the rocks
towards the final ascent to the top. Good foot wear is essential, take lots of water and snacks. I would not recommend poles - you need
your hands for traversing the rocks and branches! The bugs only bothered us if we stopped for too long. The views at the top were
amazing, it was raining when we arrived but didn't last long, thank goodness because the track was getting slippery. The fruit stall at the
end yielded fantastic mangoes - partly as we were so exhausted! A swim at the beach at the foot of the pitons set us right. Great day,
would highly recommend. www.islelander.com/info2islelander

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 “The PERFECT St Lucian destination”

The luxuriant tropical vegetation, the distant roll of the ocean waves, the intriguing sounds
of the forest - I was beguiled by them all at this exceptional hotel in its remarkable location
on a hillside a few miles outside laid-back Soufrière. So much so that I've now made 4 visits
and I can't wait to make that 5.”

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Anse Chastanet Resort

DESCRIPTION
Anse Chastanet - a St Lucia  Meeting rooms (small groups)
Resort in Soufriere, voted  Spa services on site
"Most Romantic Caribbean ROOM AMENITIES
Resort" by Caribbean Travel
and Life Magazine, in the
ANSE CHASTANET offers 49 individually designed
Eastern Caribbean, considered rooms, 37 of which are scattered about a lush hillside,
by many to be the ultimate and 12 which are nestled within a tropical garden at
Caribbean wedding and honeymoon destination. The Resort, beach level.
offers romantic getaway vacations, honeymoon vacations, scuba
vacations, catering to all those seeking a unique Caribbean or St. ANSE CHASTANET
Lucia honeymoon vacation, scuba emphasizes the use of local
diving or snorkeling vacation, biking or hiking adventures and woods and other local
products in the room decor
excursions. Fine Caribbean cuisine and fine St. Lucian restaurant
and furnishings. Cushions
dining and also offering weddings on request. The resort has and bedspreads are made
wedding planners on the team and also offer marriage vow from colorful cotton fabrics
renewals. Anse Chastanet offers spa vacations with yoga and called madras, the island's
Pilates classes and birdwatching experiences right on property. "national cloth." Even the
resort bathrobes are locally
made and have become a
FEATURES & AMENITIES popular souvenir item!

Facilities at the resort include 2 restaurants and bars, Rooms feature terra-cotta tile or hardwood floors;
an excursions and car rental desk, 2 beachside boutiques, the Kai furniture constructed locally of island woods such as
Belte Spa, Scuba St.Lucia, watersports center, art gallery, mahogany, teak, breadfruit, greenheart, and
library, Bike St. Lucia and now also Kayak St. Lucia. purpleheart; and cushioned seating covered in plaid
West Indian madras cloth. Original artworks, many
created by internationally known artists who stay at
Please note that there are
the resort, and locally made woven-straw area rugs,
approximately 100 stairs leading
pottery, and carved-wood decorations, contribute
from beach level to mid-hillside
color and visual interest. Yellow light bulbs hang from
level, thus making the property
ceilings under woven-wicker shades, suffusing rooms
unsuitable for those with walking
with soft light.
difficulties or cardiac problems.
This is never a question of age. A
complimentary shuttle service  Ceiling fan
from beachside to hillside level is  Refrigerator
provided any time it is requested.  Coffee/tea maker
 Bottled water in
 Full-service health spa room
 Concierge services (complimentary)
 Bar/lounge  Housekeeping (daily)
 Restaurant(s) in hotel  Turndown service
 Parking (free)  Bathrobes
 Self parking  Hair dryer
 Multilingual staff  Shower only
 Number of rooms: 49  Welcome amenities
 Porter/bellhop  In-room safe
 Security guard  Window opens
 Number of floors: 1, 2  Iron/ironing board (on request)
 Hair salon
 Gift shops or newsstand
 Shopping on site
 Currency exchange
 Medical assistance
available
 Beauty services
 Dry cleaning/laundry
service
 24-hour front desk
 Wedding services
 Audio-visual
equipment
 Event catering
 Body treatments
 Facial treatments
 Designated smoking areas
 Half board rates available
 Full board rates available
 Tours/ticket assistance
 Wireless (high-speed) Internet access - complimentary
 Wired (high-speed) Internet access - complimentary
 Library
 Massage - treatment room(s)
 BEACH GRILL
DINING On all evenings except Tuesdays, a beach grill
menu is served in the beach bar giving guests
There are 3 restaurants and 2 bars at ANSE the option to enjoy light grilled fare near the
CHASTANET offering an enticing selection water's edge in a casual setting.
of menus to ensure that guests can enjoy
many different culinary experiences during
their stay.

TREEHOUSE RESTAURANT - CARIBBEAN FINE DINING

Dine in the two open air treehouses overlooking lush tropical foliage
and the Caribbean Sea. Celebrating award
winning Tropical World Cuisine, a blend of
the Caribbean with other tropical world
cuisine experiences. The dinner menu
changes daily and is served in a romantic
candlelit ambiance, surrounded by beautiful
original artwork.

EMERALD'S - VEGETARIAN CUISINE

ANSE CHASTANET’s menus always include
vegetarian options and the culinary team is
also happy to meet any other dietary
requirements at any time. In the Piton lounge
near the Treehouses, an entirely vegetarian
menu is featured known as Emerald’s dinner
menu, showcasing the organic produce grown
on the resort farm Emerald Estate in the
Soufriere hills. Menu selections offer new
tastes and combinations: Appetizers such as
Goat's Cheese Fondant, Balsamic Caramel,
Apple Curry and Crispy Rain Forest Calabza
Gnocchi; Entrees such as Tofu, Smoked
Paprika, Sour Cream, Cilantro, Cumin and
Sweet Potato and Plantain Satay.

ANSE CHASTANET is very actively involved

with the island's local farmers to
assist them in understanding
which produce is essential to the
culinary style. Together with
ANSE CHASTANET'S horticultural
team, they have recently been
further expanding ANSE
CHASTANET'S own gardens,
cultivating fresh herbs and fresh
fruits which are grown amidst the
historical ruins of the Anse
Mamin plantation, part of ANSE
CHASTANET'S 600 acre estate.
Fruits gown on the estate include
banana, passion fruit, tamarind,
mango, avocado, oranges, tangerines, guavas, papaya, coconut to
name just a few." We grow our own organic produce on our Emerald
farm about 20 minutes from the Resort. ANSE CHASTANET only use
certified organic seeds.

TROU AU DIABLE RESTAURANT

The Trou au Diable Restaurant is located right on the Anse Chastanet
beach. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served daily. The lunch menu
offers a wide and varied choice of appetizers, salads, sandwiches,
burgers and Caribbean and Creole specialties.

On Tuesday evenings, all guests enjoy a special Caribbean

culinary evening in the Trou au Diable restaurant, which
commences with a cocktail reception at 6 30 p.m. The
atmosphere is festive with the entire stretch of beach in front of
the restaurant lit up by flambeau candles.

PITI PITON LOUNGE

Lunch can also be enjoyed at mid hillside level in the Piton
lounge, away from the beach and overlooking the Anse
Chastanet bay and coral reefs.

APSARA
The Trou au Diable restaurant offers a special Indian theme
menu titled APSARA on all evenings except Tuesday. APSARA is
an innovative fusion of modern East Indian and Caribbean
cooking, a celebration of St.Lucia historical and cultural ties with
East India.
R
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 RECREATION WEDDINGS, HONEYMOONS &
ANNIVERSARIES
Fringed by a 229-m (250-yd)
beach curving between two
rocky headlands, the bay ANSE CHASTANET's spectacular scenic location, its
fronting the resort features one unique setting and special ambiance, has firmly
of the Caribbean Sea's most ensconced the Resort as one of St. Lucia's foremost
notable and accessible honeymoon vacation spots.
snorkeling/diving sites, with
fish (some 150 species), coral, This position has been further cemented by the many
and other marine life visible off romance awards ANSE CHASTANET has been proud to
the beach. The reef plateaus for receive. Readers of Caribbean Travel and Life magazine
about 45.75 m (50 yds) and have repeatedly voted ANSE CHASTANET to be one of
then steeply slopes down to the Caribbean's Most Romantic Resorts and A&E
46.75 m (140 ft). Snorkeling and diving are also available on Anse television voted ANSE CHASTANET to be ONE OF THE
Chastanet Resort's second beach, a 5-minute complimentary boat WORLD'S TOP TEN MOST ROMANTIC RESORTS based on a
ride away. vote by travel industry leaders and journalists.

Guests have complimentary use of snorkeling gear, windsurfers, The resort's intimate size ensures that your honeymoon
kayaks, sailboats, and a tennis court. The resort's diving center will not be a mass market statistic on our arrival list but
offers beginner lessons, certification courses, and reef, wreck, that there will be a genuine endeavor by management and
wall, and night dives off the beach (surcharges for lessons, dives). staff to provide YOU AND YOUR SPOUSE with the holiday
of a lifetime.
The Chastanet's second
beach fronts a 152.5-m-
wide (500-ft), three-km-
deep (two-mi) canyon
that in the 17th century
was a sugar plantation
and later was planted
with cocoa. The former
plantation, Anse Mamin,
serves as the resort's
adventure-sports center. In
addition to snorkeling and
diving, the site offers 19.25
km (12 mi) of groomed
mountain-biking trails and
separate hiking trails through
jungle among mango,
coconut, banana, guava,
cocoa, and citrus. Trails pass
a river, a stone-walled
reservoir that once powered
the sugar mill, and ruins of working
buildings and residences.
Mountain bikes are provided for
daily trail-use fees. Hiking and
guided nature walks are
complimentary.

Other recreational activities

available include sunset cruises on
the resort's 11.25-m (37-ft) yacht
and deep-sea fishing. Tours of
nearby attractions such as
Soufrière's "drive-in" volcano,
sulphur springs, and mineral baths are also available.
Complimentary classes are offered five times weekly in a yoga
hut.

The recreational activities listed below are available at or near the

Chastanet Resort; fees
may be charged.

 Swimming on site
 Sailing on site
 Scuba diving on site
 Snorkeling on site
 Windsurfing on site
 Yoga classes/instruction
on site
 Hiking/biking trails on site
 Helicopter/airplane sightseeing
nearby
 Bird watching on site
 Fishing on site

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 “Location, Location, Location”
Anse Chastanet

Lancaster, PA

Jun 1, 2009 | Trip type: Couples

Let's face it this is in the most beautiful part of the island! What a
view of the Pitons. If you're into photography, than this is the
place to be! We had no problem sleeping with no AC. We stayed
in room 8C PETREA with a great forest and ocean view. Now
about the steps. 101 from reception to the beach. 220 from
reception to our room 8C. I'm 61 and only got the shuttle once
after we did the Zip Line tour. The steps should only be a problem
if you have special needs e.g. heart or lung problems. The staff is
fantastic! 3 to 1 staff to guest ratio. We didn't do the all inclusive
or meal plan. We spent less than $1,000 on food and drink for our
6 night stay. We've been all over the Caribbean and
Saint Lucia is still our favorite. We stayed at Sandals La Toc 1998.
Anse Chastanet is a very special place. The only problem we had
was leaving because we had to attend a wedding at Sandals
Antigua. Toured Jade Mountain our last morning - Spectacular!

• Date of stay May 2009

• Visit was for Leisure

• Traveled with With Spouse/Partner

• Age group 50-64

• Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes

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“One amazing vacation spot”

Anse Chastanet

New Orleans, La
Apr 28, 2009 | Trip type: Friends getaway

Anse Chastanet has to be one of the

most amazing places I have ever been.
The resort is beautiful. The staff were
extremely friendly and incredibly accommodating. I brought a
wedding group of 20 people to this small resort, hoping for a
romantic and fun getaway. I got just that. Every wish was
granted on our 8 day, 7 night vacation.

Yes, this is an open air resort. But it was never an issue for us.
We did get hot when dancing to the local entertainment that
was provided every night in the Piton Bar. But nothing a frozen
Pina Colada wouldn't help. Yes, there are several steps at the
resort (from the beach to the main level over 100). But again
not an issue for us. We loved the workout that it provided every
day.

If you are looking for a quiet romantic getaway, I would highly

recommend looking into Anse Chastanet.

• Date of stay April 2009

• Visit was for Leisure

• Traveled with With Friends

• Age group 25-34

• Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes

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not of TripAdvisor LLC.

Other Reviews

“The most amazing version of all inclusive in a secluded

and romantic location” “...If you are looking for an unusual dive destination with
strong components of romance, creature comforts,
“The perfect St Lucian destination” adventure and dive professionalism, Anse Chastanet
Resort should definitely be on your wish list. By the way,
“One of the most enjoyable trips ever -- staff, while you are there, make time to visit the terrestrial
delights of the island, including nearby wonders such as
location, activities---outstanding” the Sulphur Springs, Diamond Waterfall and Mineral
Baths, the Rain Forest and, of course, a closer view of the
twin volcanic spikes known as the Pitons..."
- Stephen Frink

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 Crystals RECREATION
At Crystals all trips and tours are
DESCRIPTION arranged from a sunset sail to a rain
forest walk, jeep rentals, restaurant
Crystals has a unique setting in a reservations and Airport transfers.
lush tropical garden nestled away www.islelander.com/info@islelander
into the hillside with the most for more information.
spectacular views of the pitons and
ocean and the picturesque town of “The most beautiful place in
Soufriere, yet only minutes away the world”
from the waterfront. This exquisite
property is a remote hideout for Crystals
those who would truly desire a
retreat away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. My wife and I went here for our honeymoon. I can
honestly say it was beautiful. You have your own
personal pool, which in sugar cane and mango overlooks
the piton mountains. A very spacious apartment at very
competitive prices. Martin and Monica were wonderful
FEATURES & AMENITIES hosts. They regularly sat and had a drink with us in the
bar giving us special rum punch and my wife who does
not drink specially made mango juice! When we were
billed they did not make any charge for this. Indeed
Crystals is a cluster of 10 unique cottages located in
they also did some washing at no cost. They were your
Colombette, just a five minute drive from the town of Soufriere personal tour guides for the week telling you where to
on the south west coast of St Lucia. eat cheaply, nicest restaurants etc! Also Soufriere area
is the place to visit. The second week we stayed in a
hotel near Castries and it did not compare. Oh and make
Amenities include: sure you hire a jeep! it was brilliant for anyone, but
particularly if you’re a couple on honeymoon or wanting
 Babysitting/Child Services a romantic week away, this is the place for you!

 Bar/Lounge • Date of stay July 2009

 Concierge
 Continental Breakfast • Visit was for Leisure

 Laundry/Valet Services • Traveled with With Spouse/Partner

 Meeting/Banquet Facilities
 Pets Allowed • Age group 18_24

 Outdoor Pool • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes

 Restaurant This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor
 24-hour Security member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
 Parking Garage
 In House Bar
 Wake-up Service
“Beautiful Resort!”
 Kitchen
Crystals
 Breakfast Included
New York

ROOM AMENITIES Great value as each villa is actually a small house with a
private pool and views of the pitons! Each villa is very
different from the next so go to their website so you can
All cottages have great ocean and piton views, private garden and sun request your favorite one. They all are great so you
deck complete with hammock. Artistically decorated, these one- can't go wrong. Monica and Martin are wonderful hosts
and do what they can to make your stay enjoyable. We
bedroom accommodations include a fully-equipped kitchen lounge, had many cocktails at the tree house and they never
and a four-poster bed. Five of the units have private swimming pools, charged us anything! They arranged for private
all have private sun decks and BBQ massages in our villa, jeep rentals, breakfast cooked in
our kitchen, dinner suggestions, airport pickups, tours
through the rain forest....
 Coffee Maker in Room
 Desk in Room My husband stayed here for 5 nights exploring the island
and then stayed at Ladera for 2 nights - also a great
 Hairdryers Available choice in St. Lucia.
 Iron/Ironing Board
 Room Service Enjoy your trip!
 Air Conditioning • Date of stay December 2007

• Visit was for Leisure

DINING
• Traveled with With Spouse/Partner

The unique Tree Top Restaurant offers a private and magical setting. • Would you
recommend this
hotel to a
friend? Yes
This review is the
subjective opinion of a
TripAdvisor member
and not of TripAdvisor
LLC.

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 “Perfect hide away”

Crystals

We rented the Cottage Mango and Papaya for our family of 6. We

received a warm welcome from the staff at Crystals. The apartments
are very large and give lots of room. But above all the location is
beautiful, a great view and the interior of the rooms is unique and
very special. Breakfast is brought to the room every morning and in
the evening Chris prepares an excellent 4 course meal from local
materials. We had a very special time at Crystals. Our children also
enjoyed this special place.
We hope to come again

• Date of stay July 2009

• Visit was for Leisure

• Traveled with Family with Teenagers

• Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes

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 Find the World’s Only Drive-in Volcano at Sulphur Springs
Traveler's Description:

From a mile away you can smell the wonderful scent of rotten eggs and onions, or the
hydrogen sulfide emitted from the open volcano. La Soufriere remains active today, which in
the event of a major eruption St. Lucia would be decimated instantly. The last minor eruption
was in the late 1700s. The volcano itself is some 8 miles in diameter, including all of Soufriere.
Guides take you to viewing platforms that overlook parts of the crater, including seven acres
of bubbling sulphur-water pools. Visitors were allowed to walk around the crater ten years
ago, but after a guide fell through a fissure no one has been allowed across. He survived but
opted to work as a fisherman. Many still live near the craters.

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 Description

LEVEL OF DIFFICULTY, 1 to 5: 1

St. Lucia's Soufriere volcano is a seven-acre crater, the world's only drive-in volcanic crater. It is close to the Pitons which are extinct
volcanoes. A walk through the crater takes you past pools of bubbling hot springs which emit sulphur-laden steam.

Tourist & Locals Having Fun at Sulphur Spring’s Park

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 Discover Diamond Mineral Bath and Botanical Garden

Step into a world where WATERFALLS gush from the MOUTH OF A VOLCANO.
Traveler's Description:

A row of hot tubs whose steaming; mineral waters are reputed to possess curative powers.

The privately-owned Diamond Falls and Mineral Baths, less than a mile east of Soufriere, are part of the Soufriere Estate dating
from 1713. The Baths, originally built in 1784, were restored by Mrs. Joan Devaux in the 1980s, with some of the original 18th
century baths still in use. At the entrance, a narrow path edged with tropical flowers and shaded by stately palms leads to the
bathhouse and a series of pools, each a different temperature. Beyond are the falls roaring out of a mineral-streaked gorge and
spilling through the gardens into the pools
 Many Wonders To At Diamond Botanical

Garden, Mineral Waterfall, Nature Trail, & Old Mill

Level of Difficulty, 1 to 5: 1

Description

As soon as you enter the front gates of Diamond Botanical Gardens you are met with
the feeling of being in a very special place. You have just stepped into a world where
waterfalls gush from the mouth of a volcano, hot mineral springs fill the baths with age
old medicinal waters and flora and fauna abounds. The natural beauty of this historical
site gives one a true nature heritage experience not to be duplicated anywhere within
the Caribbean.

These gardens, lovingly planted by Mrs. Joan Devaux some 19 years ago are a tribute to her parents, Mr. & Mrs. Andre' DuBoulay.
The DuBoulay family owned and resided on Soufriere and Diamond estates. During that time the estates produced agriculturally as
they had throughout history. Growing crops of sugar cane originally and later limes for lime oil, cocoa for chocolate, coconuts for
copra, raising pigs for hams, and chickens for eggs the estate was a bustling hive of activity. The waterwheel of the estates old
factory was used not only to crush the sugar cane and limes, but generating the very first electricity to the village of Soufriere.
Today this can all still be seen as you tour the gardens, nature trail and estate.

Going further back in time to 1713 you will find that Soufriere Estate being a portion of the original 2000 acres granted to three
Devaux brothers for their services to Crown and Country by King Louis XIV of France was strategically located for the development
of the village of Soufriere. A base for the French Troops in 1784 led to the discovery of the volcanic mineral springs that was later
contained and used in the baths built for the troops by King Louis XVI. These same warm, soothing waters can still be enjoyed today
in the restored baths deep within the gardens.

Come and step back into history, surround yourself with the tropical flora and fauna of the gardens and nature trail, submerge
yourself into the warm medicinal waters of the mineral baths and sample the delicious "Caribbean" fare within the Old Mill &
Waterwheel. Join the Diamond team during your visit to St. Lucia for an all-inclusive guided tour.
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 “So pretty!”

Diamond Botanical Gardens

Lovely, tranquil, tropical gardens, with interesting colored waterfall and steaming mineral baths. The gardens are
fairly extensive and include educational exhibits, lists of birds seen in the area, etc. Well worth a visit.
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 The Val Des Piton

Where Heaven Meets Earth

The Jalousie Plantation: winner - "St Lucia's Leading Hotel Award" - World Travel
Awards 2007.

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 The Jalousie Plantation There is a separate salon specializing in manicures,
pedicures, bridal make-up and hair services.

Resort & Spa Property Amenities include:

DESCRIPTION  Swimming pool - outdoor

 Spa tub
 Full-service health spa
Welcome to The Jalousie
 Sauna
Plantation, a first-class
 Concierge desk
Caribbean West Indies
 Health club
resort. Nestled in 192 acres
 Fitness equipment
of magnificent rainforest
and sweeping majestically
 Bar/lounge
down to sea, this resort  Restaurant(s) in hotel
hotel is without question  Room service (24 hours)
located in one of the most  Parking (free)
awe-inspiring locations in  Self parking
the world, the majestic  Banquet facilities
valley of The Pitons, on the  Conference room(s)
western coast of the St.  Meeting rooms (small groups)
Lucia Island. Once you have  Internet access in public areas - high speed
visited The Jalousie  Audio-visual equipment
Plantation you will realize  Cell phone/mobile rental
why UNESCO has listed this area as a World Heritage Site.  Business services
 Internet access in public areas - surcharge
The first-class villa accommodations are each placed uniquely and  24-hour front desk
privately amongst the lush green foliage and soaring trees to give  Porter/bellhop
you the feeling of being at one with nature and with that, the feeling  Security guard
of complete serenity as you unwind on your St. Lucia vacation.  Number of rooms: 112
The views will simply
take your breath away.  Hair salon
 Gift shops or newsstand
The Jalousie Plantation  Shopping on site
is pleased to announce  Medical assistance
that the first of its new available
villas and suites are  Beauty services
ready! Among their  Tour assistance
defining  Currency exchange
features is butler
 Dry cleaning/laundry service
service.
 Video library
 Airport transportation (complimentary)
This hotel experience caters for all, from romantic getaways, to  Supervised child care/activities
relaxing Caribbean beach and spa vacations, or family vacations in St  Wedding services
Lucia. As well as all land and watersports including
unsurpassed SCUBA diving, you can pamper yourself in The Jalousie
Spa and experience the local foods and delicacies in the fine ROOM AMENITIES
restaurants and bars. All children are welcome and there is a wide
range of activities that will keep them occupied and ensure that Guestroom furnishings at The Jalousie Plantation
they, and you, have the holiday experience of a lifetime. include white-tile floors, pottery, white furniture
with colored trim, and
FEATURES & AMENITIES cushioned dark-rattan
chairs. Violet netting is
draped above headboards.
The Jalousie Plantation features six Villa
Makeup alcoves have
categories and the tropical style Sugar Mill mirrors, counters, and
Rooms which are spacious rooms located benches. Marble bathrooms
close to the heart of the resort with great include bidets, bathrobes,
views of the main gardens. French doors and telephones. TVs include
open onto a patio while some have roof top videocassette players, with
decks. The room interior is decorated with cool Caribbean colours in videos available for rent.
elegant contrast to the vibrant rainforest surroundings.
 Cable/satellite TV
This all-inclusive resort host three(3) upscale restaurants which  VCR
offer only the freshest, most delicious gourmet food that will be
 Ceiling fan
 Air conditioning
available for you at The Jalousie Plantation. From casual waterside
 Climate control
buffets to more formal gourmet dining on St Lucia, you can enjoy all  Blackout drapes/curtains
your favourite taste sensations in the most beautiful of settings.  Voice mail
 Internet access - dial-up
The Rainforest Oasis is a Heavenly St Lucia Spa at The Jalousie  Refrigerator
Plantation Resort. The spa offers guests a heavenly experience of  Coffee/tea maker
holistic treatments both indoors and outdoors with breathtaking  Wake-up calls
views overlooking the Pitons in a pure and soothing environment.  Housekeeping (daily)
The Jalousie Plantation encourages you to linger and shed your  Turndown service
stress during your St Lucia vacation. Dedicated artisans perform a  Bathroom telephone
variety of offerings and natural treatments in a serene and tropical  Bathrobes
 Complimentary
environment.
toiletries
 Hair dryer
Signature treatments include Cabana massages, hotrocks, facials,  Bidet
body wraps, Indian head massage, salt scrubs, polishes, ayurvedic  Bathroom scale
and holistic treatments.
  Makeup/shaving mirror An open-air fitness center offers yoga,
 Slippers Pilates, tai chi, kung fu, and other classes
 Child care (in room, surcharge) for a surcharge. Guided nature walks are
 Iron/ironing board complimentary, and guided walks to a
 In-room safe (accommodates waterfall are available for a surcharge.
laptop) Helicopters land at the resort's helipad
 Television for sightseeing tours.
 Window opens
 Clock radio Independent water taxis transport
 Rollaway beds guests to Anse Chastanet, notable for
 Cribs (infant beds) available snorkeling and diving, and to Anse Mamin, a former plantation
 Smoking rooms only with groomed mountain-biking trails and separate hiking trails
through jungle and among mango, coconut, banana, guava,
cocoa, and citrus trees. Mountain-bike rentals are available.
DINING
The recreational activities listed
Guests may book either an All-Inclusive below are available either on
plan or a Room-Only (No Meals) plan. site or near this St. Lucia resort;
The All-Inclusive plan includes meals fees may apply.
and beverages plus gratuities, at the
following restaurants, snack spots, and
 Swimming on site
bars. The Room-Only (No
 Snorkeling on site
Meals) plan does NOT include
 Windsurfing on site
meals, drinks, and gratuities.
 Sailing on site
 Scuba diving on site
Bayside Bar and Grill - Serves  Water skiing on site
breakfast, lunch, and dinner;
located on the beach  Volleyball on site
 Aerobics on site
The Great Room - Serves  Basketball on site
Caribbean-influenced fare in  Pilates classes/instruction on site
candlelit, air-conditioned surroundings.  Yoga classes/instruction on site
Dress code is casual elegance. Shorts,  Hiking/biking trails on site
jeans, caps, and T-shirts are not allowed.  Mountain biking nearby
Open for dinner. Last seating at 9:30 PM.  Helicopter/airplane sightseeing on site
 Horse riding/rental nearby
 Fishing on site

Palm Court Bar - Bar/lounge with pool table in Great House (main
building) overlooking bay. Afternoon tea and light snacks. Open mid- “Would we go again? - in an instant!”
afternoon to late night.
The Cane Bar - Specialty rum bar, featuring cutting-edge style, a Jalousie Plantation
glowing white bar, and comfortable over-sized furniture in a palette
of white and soft charcoal, offering a wide selection of rum and a Aug 21, 2009 | Trip type: Family
“rummelier” to help guide guests through their choices. Features a
range of dishes to provide the perfect accompaniment to chosen We have just returned from a 12 night family
libation, from sashimi or sushi platters featuring the freshest catch holiday at the Jalousie. We are a family of 4, with boys
of the day, mini-burger trios with fish, chicken and beef topped with aged 11 and 13.
caramelized onions and organic arugula, to freshly grilled chicken, If you like jaw-droppingly quiet, beautiful settings,
beef or vegetarian satay served with traditional satay sauce and bok fantastic service and feel the need to relax, and then The
choy kimchi. Dish selections may change according to market Jalousie Plantation fits the bill.
availability. Located behind the large rustic wooden door in the main
Great House atrium, near the Palm Court Terrace. Open from 6 PM It is exceedingly quiet. There is no organized
to midnight, 7 days a week. Guests must be 18 years and over. The entertainment. Go 'all inclusive'. This is a must.
bar is also included in the all-inclusive meal plan. Date of stay August 2009
Visit was for Leisure
RECREATION
Traveled with Family with Teenagers
The Jalousie Plantation faces 1.75-km-wide (1-mi-wide) Jalousie Bay Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
between St. Lucia's signature twin peaks, Petit Piton and Gros Piton.
The bay remains calm in most weather. A 137-m (150-yd) beach of This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor
imported light-colored sand fronts the resort's portion of the rocky- member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
shore bay. Floats designate a snorkeling/scuba-diving area beside
Petit Piton’s sheer wall.
“One of the most stunning locations in the world”
A 45.75 x 15.25 m (150 x 50 ft) oblong pool is surrounded by a
sundeck with lounge chairs and umbrellas. Jalousie Plantation
Sep 5, 2009 | Trip type: Couples
This St. Lucia resort provides complimentary snorkeling gear,
sailboats, kayaks, and windsurfers. (Surcharges for instruction, Location Location Location!!
kayaking and snorkeling excursions). A dive center offers scuba-
diving instruction/certification and reef, wreck, wall, and night dives We were fortunate enough to be
off the beach and nearby (surcharges). Independent operators upgraded to one of the bungalows
sometimes offer water skiing on the bay. nearest the sea (the Princess Margaret
one!) This class of bungalows were absolutely faultless -
Complimentary shuttles transport guests up the hillside to four one of those rooms that you continually have to pinch
artificial-grass tennis courts (three lighted). Play is complimentary. yourself.
Tennis racquets can be rented. Private tennis lessons are available
for a surcharge. We were aware that some of the other rooms were in
need of some TLC but the hotel was in the process of being

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 upgraded when we were there - the new rooms at the top it as prices were very high.
looked very plush. We didn't go all inclusive
and regretted

All in all the only tips are go all-inclusive and try

to get a good room reserved by email prior as
quality may vary.

Visit was for Leisure

Traveled with With Spouse/Partner
Would you recommend this hotel to a
friend? Yes
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor
member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.

INSIGHT

Daily Radar: 03.31.09

By

Jeannette Kimmel
On March 31, 2009 8:00 A.M.

Greening for Birdie: Jalousie Plantation in St. Lucia just

introduced hybrid solar-powered golf carts to its 192-acre resort,
becoming one of the first resorts in the Caribbean to do so.

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 SUGAR BEACH

WELCOME TO SUGAR BEACH VILLAS, A UNIQUE RESORT IN ST. LUCIA'S VAL DES PITONS AND A ONCE-IN-
A-LIFETIME OPPORTUNITY TO OWN A LUXURY PROPERTY IN A UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE.

Set in an awe-inspiring location on the South West Coast of St Lucia is a unique opportunity like no other; 85 luxury
villas scattered through 192 acres of lush tropical rainforest and white sand beach.

When the spectacular new The Tides Sugar Beach opens in 2011, it will be a truly five-star, world-class resort, and
the epitome of barefoot luxury and island chic.

With long days relaxing by the pool in the Caribbean sun and warm nights dining al-fresco under the stars, The Tides
Sugar Beach will offer a truly five star experience that places the resort as one of the best in the world.

Be a part of it…

RESORT

SUGAR BEACH IS UNDERTAKING A US$100 MILLION TRANSFORMATION OF ST. LUCIA’S ACCLAIMED JALOUSIE PLANTATION,
PARTNERING WITH KOR HOTEL GROUP’S INTERNATIONALLY-ACCLAIMED RESORT BRAND THE TIDES TO MANAGE WHAT WILL
BECOME THE TIDES SUGAR BEACH.

An elite brand with resorts in the world’s most desirable locations, The Tides will bring a uniquely innovative edge to the management of this deluxe
development. Property owners and hotel guests will experience outstanding levels of comfort and service throughout The Tides Sugar Beach, where
casual-yet-chic is the order of the day.

Diners in this vibrant Caribbean resort will be able to choose from several superb restaurants, ranging from a table at the dine-in wine cellar or an
informal, al fresco beachside experience with views of Gros Piton to fine dining, colonial-style, at the Great House, while the resort’s laid-back bars
are perfect for pre- or post-dinner drinks.

Just a splash from Sugar Beach itself, the protected waters of St. Lucia’s Marine National Reserve offer some of the Caribbean’s most rewarding
snorkeling and diving, and the resort has its own PADI certified scuba centre. Children will love the supervised Kid’s Club and games room; and for
adults, the full-service Rainforest Spa offers exquisite, island-inspired treatments in secluded cabanas among the jungle.

With 152 lavishly-appointed rooms offering five-star luxury and Caribbean influences, The Tides Sugar Beach will be a resort in a class of its own, on
a par with the world’s very best hotels.

FACILITIES

THE TIDES SUGAR BEACH WILL OFFER A WIDE RANGE OF AMENITIES COMBINED WITH THE VERY HIGHEST LEVELS OF SERVICE.
ALONGSIDE RESTAURANTS, BARS AND THE IMPRESSIVE RAINFOREST SPA IT WILL FEATURE:

 24 hour Concierge services/Reception area

 Beach club lounge and restaurant
 World class Rainforest Spa
 Restaurants:
 Great Room – fine dining restaurant and wine bar, situated on the mid floor of the Great House
 Great House buffet – casual dining on the lower floor of the Great House, guests can dine inside or in the outside pavilion
 Barbeque and Sushi bar – relaxed dining situated on the beach
Bars:
 The Cane Bar – lively bar to be located where current Plantation Room is.
 Late Night Bar – an intimate bar and club positioned next to The Cane Bar, features an outdoor terrace area
 Palm Court Bar – cocktail bar on the mid floor of the great house

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  Lobby Bar – small, relaxed bar situated in the lounge next to the reception area
 Children’s play centre
 Great House games room
 Waters Sports Centre
 Marine Reserve for snorkeling
 A butler service for each cluster of villas
 A chauffeured golf cart service
 Beauty Salon
 Boutique
 Wedding Chapel

The Tides Sugar Beach Rainforest Spa will be a focal point of the resort. Developed in line with The Tides signature spa approach, it will offer holistic
wellness programmes using sustainable, marine-based spa products and treatments reflecting the island’s spirit and identity.
Construction of this world-class spa has already begun with a spectacular walk-way through the rainforest, connecting secluded cabanas built at
different heights along the paths. Guests will enjoy treatments within this tranquil setting, admiring the sublime vistas of the UNESCO World Heritage
Site and soothed by the calming sounds of natural waterfalls.

The main entrance to the spa is a magnificent Sugar Mill building, with a water feature running from the ceiling through the centre and down to collect
in the lily pond outside. A second entrance will lead directly from the beach, while the third is a covered path leading down from the reception.

Treatment rooms are spread across three floors, with a beauty salon, manicure and pedicure area on the ground floor, treatment rooms on the first
floor, and a yoga platform on the rooftop.
Local produce will be used to create ocean-inspired cuisine, and guests will be able to relax in tropical surroundings at the juice bar situated in the
heart of the rainforest.

AWARDS
The Tides hotels and resorts have won many awards, including:

 Conde Nast Traveler: “Top 100 best in the world 2008”

 Conde Nast Traveler Gold List: “World’s Best 700 Hotels and Resorts”
 Fortune Magazine: “Best New Business Hotels”
 Travel and Leisure: “One of the World’s Top 500 Best Hotels”

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