Lea Ann fell in love with travel by the age of two when this little Dallas-ite sat on the backseat floorboard of the family station wagon charting every mile traveled throughout the United States on paper maps. At 17 years old she “marketed” herself into an enviable position with American Airlines for a summer job that lasted 27 years. Although she has traveled the globe, one visit to the Caribbean was all she needed to create her vision of living permanently in paradise. Realizing her dream, five years ago Lea Ann sold her home, quit her job and shipped everything she could to the luscious paradise of St Lucia. She and her husband live in the quiet agricultural area of the island on their vegetable farm and harvest sea moss from the ocean for importation. Lea Ann loves the laid back pace, tropical beauty and refreshing ocean of her new home. When she is not writing for online travel sites such as: Gadling, USA TODAY, Travels, Travel Research Online, Caribbean Property and Lifestyle Magazine, Farespotter and Hotels.com, she enjoys playing in St Lucia’s waterfalls and beaches, learning about the island’s fascinating history and struggles to learn the local language, Patois. Lea Ann is also the National Caribbean Travel Examiner for examiner.com.
After years of reading about the island of St Lucia, her emerald twin mountains jutting from the sea and the delicious mineral waterfalls throughout the island, I was excited to finally have the opportunity to jump in and partake in its wonder. My friend had discovered a magical spot and was anxious to take me there, near the village of Soufriere.
We started our journey near the southern tip of this avocado-shaped island. The old …
Of all the romantic places in the world, how does a wedding couple decide where to honeymoon? Most couples will say they want privacy, beauty, relaxation and well, more privacy. That said, those hazy romantic images could be conjured in the Caribbean, Thailand, Madagascar, Morocco, Tahiti, Europe and all points in between.
Numerous factors can help you make the decision such as: money, distance, time allotted for your holiday, visas, passports, hotel availability, flight schedules …
Couples looking for romance, privacy, adventure and luxury in the Caribbean can take advantage of a number of excellent resorts. Several companies offer couples only resorts, but Sandals Resorts offers 14 different properties throughout the Caribbean and they specialize in weddings, honeymoons and romantic get-aways. From top shelf liquors, gourmet a la carte restaurants and your own private butler, the following hotels cover all the necessary luxuries for a discreet holiday for two. All inclusive …
St Lucia is one of the most beautiful islands of the Caribbean basin with its breathtaking natural resources such as the emerald green covered Piton Mountains, dense bird- filled rainforests and mind blowing waterfalls. Most tourists end up in the northern area of the island near the capital city, Castries. Rodney Bay, Cap Estate and Gros Islet are home to some of the most sought after luxury resorts in the world, where celebrities are frequently …
Each island has its own pace, culture and rhythm. Each island has something different to offer the traveler. Some islands leave you inspired by lush nature and rainforests, some leave you with a renewed love of the sea, but the tiny island of St Martin will leave you begging for your next chance to return.
On March 23, 1648, France and the Dutch Republic agreed to divide the island between their two nations, so they …
A long international flight can often feel like a jail term if you’re not properly prepared. Packing your small carry-on with lots of entertaining and relaxing gear can be a life-saver. Airlines no longer provide the amenities that travelers have come to expect over the years, unless you are seated in premium class, so pamper yourself with the things that you most enjoy. Limit your carry-on bag to only those items you need for the …
So you are ready to leave the country and set forth on a Caribbean adventure but with all the islands to choose from, where do you begin? Perhaps you should start at home. The U.S. Virgin Islands, 1100 miles southeast of Miami, are an excellent entrée to the Caribbean without leaving the comfort and security of home. Sure you’ll actually leave the United States mainland, so it feels as if you’ve left the country, but …
