Saint Lucia

At a Glance

Saint Lucia is a volcanic Caribbean island of striking natural beauty, with the twin Piton peaks rising dramatically from the sea, tropical rainforest, and a culture rooted in French and British colonial history with a deep Creole sensibility. The island has both resort beaches and wilder corners worth exploring. Those who want visual drama, good food, and an island that rewards walking rather than just lying down will find it one of the most beautiful in the Caribbean.

• Has won two Nobel Prizes — the highest per capita Nobel count of any country.
• The Piton mountains are twin volcanic spires that have no geological equivalent elsewhere.