FAQ’s

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Getting To St Lucia Is Easy

There are a wide range of daily flights to Saint Lucia from Europe, the United Kingdom, USA, Canada and other Caribbean Islands.

Major Airports in Saint Lucia

• Hewannorra International Airport is located in southern St. Lucia (Airport Code: “UVF”). Airlines that fly to this airport include: Air Canada, BA, BWIA, Virgin Atlantic, US Air, American Airlines, Jet Blue and Condor.

• The George FL Charles Airport, also known as ‘Vigie’, is located in northern Saint Lucia (Airport Code: “SLU”). Airlines that fly to this airport include: American Eagle, LIAT and Air Caribe.

Flight Information

• From Europe and the United Kingdom – Flights will arrive at the Hewannorra International Airport.
• From the USA and Canada – Flights from mainland USA & Canada arrive at Hewannorra International Airport while flights connecting in San Juan, Puerto Rico arrive at The George Charles Airport.
• Caribbean Inter-Island Flights – Most inter-island flights operate to/from the smaller George FL Charles Airport in Castries. However, some flights do fly from Hewannorra International Airport for international connections. Please check which airport is listed for each individual flight.

Always check with airlines directly since flight schedules are subject to changes.

FAQ’s

What Destinations Do You Specialize In?

We special in and only do travel and weddings for the island of St Lucia. We also have partnerships with many St Lucia’s premier travel and destination wedding and vacation rental companies which give you exclusive discounts on rentals, weddings and tours (activities).

How To Get to St Lucia?

There are regular scheduled direct or connecting flights from all major international airport around the world.

What Types of Travel Services Do You Specialize in?

Destination Weddings, Group Travel/Tours, Honeymoons, Romantic Getaways

Do you have to have a passport to go to St Lucia?

The island of St Lucia ( Passport and Custom ) requires all nationals have a valid passport of at least six (6) months for entry.

Do they speak English in St Lucia?

The official language of St Lucia is English. More than 90% St Lucian speak a Creole French (Kwéyòl), which is commonly referred to as Patois ("Patwa"). More info on the language and culture can be located here : https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saint_Lucia

What are the seasons in St Lucia?

St Lucia is in the tropics and has one officially defined season i.e. summer. The local as in Saint Lucian defined the season as the wet season (rainy months) and dry season (hot, blue sky all day long)

What currency is use in Saint Lucia?

The official currency of Saint Lucia is the Eastern Caribbean Dollar (EC$), which is also used in Antigua, Barbados, Antigua, Montserrat, St. Kitts & Nevis, St. Vincent & The Grenadines, Trinidad & Tobago.
The exchange rate is fixed against the US dollar at approximately $2.67 EC per dollar.

The value against the Euro, the British Pound and other currencies varies with the value of the US dollar.

Please note that US dollars are accepted almost everywhere, however if you pay in US dollars, you may receive your change in EC$.

How to and can I rent a vehicle in St Lucia?

If you decide to rent a vehicle, you should plan on spending approximately US$80-$100 per day for the rental, gas and insurance.
You must have an international driving permit or purchase a temporary permit (approximately US$20) to drive in Saint Lucia and proof of a valid driver's license is required.

Please note that we drive on the left side of the road in Saint Lucia and the roads tend to be quite steep and winding in certain areas. There are also limited lighting and markings.