St. Lucia

Whether it is romance you are looking for or adventurous family fun, the lush West Indies island of St. Lucia is the perfect getaway for all varieties. Known for its' palm-fringed white and/or black sand beaches, miles of luscious rainforest and the majestic Piton Mountains, St. Lucia is a legendary escape from reality.

I must admit that I did not know much about this amazing island until all its' luxuries were introduced to me via the ABC TV show The Bachelor: Season 14. I think what sold this idealistic location to me the most was the 600 acre beach front resort that the bachelor, Jake Palveka, and his two final contestants stayed at called Jade Mountain. Winning Traveler Magazine's "One of the Top Two Caribbean Resorts" and Travel+Leisure Magazine's "World's Best Services" I instantly knew this had to be a place to check out!

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The architecture of this resort is absolutely stunning. Architect and owner Nick Troubetzkoy created this hotel based on his philosophy of building in harmony with Caribbean nature. Each room is deemed a sanctuary with individual bridges leading to private infinity pool with the fourth wall entirely absent to embrace the beauties of the island.

"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."  

- Nike Troubetzkoy -

Weather it is a luxurious spa experience your looking for or exciting beach activities, you can find it all at Jude Mountain. Being situated in the southern part of the island, major sightseeing attractions such as the Rainforest, Botanical Gardens, and Sulphur Springs are all within easy reach it you decided to leave the premises of the hotel for awhile.

Out of all the eco-adventures offered throughout the island zip-lining through the rainforest is a MUST! For those zip-lining new-b's this exhilarating rush along a cable extended from one tree platform to the next is the perfect way to explore the beauty of St. Lucian rainforests. Check out www.adventuretoursstlucia.com for details.

For those of you looking for a more relaxing trip be sure to check out the spa, yogo, and fitness experience at Jade Mountain. Many of the spa treatments are available in the privacy of your sanctuary or in Jade Mountain's boutique St. Lucia spa Kai en Ciel. In addition to these classical body and beauty treatments, complimentary yoga classes and fitness options are available for guests.

{Photo : Courtesy of Jade Mountain}

St. Lucia is the perfect destination, whether you're after romance, rejuvenation or adventure. Personally, I think this is the perfect escape for a honeymoon as well as a legendary family getaway!

Until next time, safe travels everyone!!