Articles tagged with: st-lucia
Celebrities boost beach breaks
British Airways has seen a boost in bookings to celebrity-favourite destinations in its January sale, thanks to stars uploading pictures of their holidays to popular social media sites over the Christmas and New Year period.
Tulisa has the X Factor for holiday bookings
It seems Tulisa is the best-loved judge on the X Factor with the pop-star igniting a surge in holiday bookings to her hometown. Since appearing on the latest episode of the talent program Tulisa’s hometown of St. Lucia has seen a spike in tourism interest.
The Legendary St Lucia Jazz Festival
Venture to St Lucia from April 30th to May 13th and see Lionel Ritchie headlining at the 21st St Lucia Jazz festival, alongside the Gypsy Kings, Ziggy Marley and Joshua Redman.
St Lucia: the archetypal paradise island – but on its own terms
Clichés about the Caribbean abound among those who have never visited but long to: azure waters, white sandy beaches and endless hours of sunshine.
Lionel Richie to headline St Lucia Jazz Festival
Funway Holidays have put together a special package for jazz music enthusiasts to the St Lucia Jazz Festival, which includes 11 nights’ accommodation and flights for just £1,999 per person.
Guide to the Caribbean in 2012
From Jazz festivals to carnivals and even a hiking festival – here’s your guide to what’s hot in the Caribbean in 2012:
Winter sun in St Lucia: luxury for £649
Enjoy seven nights in St Lucia on a winter sun holiday at the three-star St Lucian by Rex costs just £649pp in the Thomson Tailormade winter travel sale.
Creole Day in the Caribbean
Travellers looking for holiday ideas in the Caribbean this year can arrange their trip to coincide with a festival paying tribute to the region's Creole heritage.
Over-the-water suites in St Lucia
Sandals holiday company has revealed plans to open the world's first over-the-water suites in St Lucia.
Caribbean: Last minute holiday ideas in St Lucia
St Lucia is the sort of island that travellers to the Caribbean dream about – a small, lush tropical gem that is still relatively unknown. Perfect for a last minute holiday.
Calabash Cove Resort opens in St Lucia
St Lucia's newest luxury property – Calabash Cove Resort and Spa – is now open making it the first five star boutique inn and spa of its kind on the island.
Caribbean: Last minute cruise holiday deal
Sail to some of the most amazing Caribbean islands on a 14-night cruise departing on the March 29th 2009 from Dominican Republic.
Caribbean: Last minute luxury cruise deal
On offer this week is a 14-night cruise to the Caribbean, which costs only £889 per person – including £50 onboard credit and outbound flights.
England cricketer in court for smuggling
Former England cricketer Chris Lewis is appearing in court today after his arrest in relation to a £200,000 drug seizure at Gatwick airport.
St. Lucia: Last minute tropical holiday
Thomson Worldwide is now offering a seven night stay at the three star St. Lucian by Rex Resort from £2,039 per person.
Long-haul to make your holiday pound go further
As the strong euro continues to make the cost of a holiday in Europe more expensive than it used to be, travellers should look further afield for good value, according to a recent survey.
St. Lucia 'open for business' after Hurricane Dean
The Caribbean island of St Lucia is 'open for business' following the passing of Hurricane Dean which is set to reach the Cayman Islands today and Mexico on Tuesday.
Food, rum and flowers in St Lucia
If you are looking for a luxury active holiday where you can explore tropical forests, go diving, and enjoy some unique carnivals, the Caribbean is the ideal destination.
Get active with pirate-inspired holidays
If you have been inspired by the <i>Pirates of the Caribbean</i> trilogy and dream of taking to the seas, it may not be as much of a fantasy as you think.
Virgin Atlantic launches direct Manchester to St Lucia flights
Holidaymakers keen to get out to the sunshine and sandy beaches of St Lucia can now fly to Caribbean island direct with Virgin Atlantic from Manchester.
Late deals on November cruises
If you have ever fancied taking to the seas and holidaying in style, but have found the prices of most cruises out of reach, then there are deals to be had.
Kid's holiday fun in St Lucia
The Caribbean may be better known as a honeymooner's paradise, but a family holiday to St Lucia could give you just as much time to yourself.
Getting married in St Lucia
Getting married and honeymooning in the same place does not seem all that appealing when it comes to the UK.