Synopsis
Providing information on all the island's attractions, from the bustling capital, Castries, to stylish yachting resorts such as Rodney Bay, this mini-guide also includes coverage of the creole architecture and the world-class Jazz festival. There is full coverage of the unspoilt beaches, forest and marine nature reserves, the mountain peaks of the Pitons and the volcanic mineral baths at Sulphur Springs. Containing similar information to the larger "Rough Guides", the pocket-sized guide is written in the irreverent style characteristic of the series.
Excerpted from The Mini "Rough Guide" to St Lucia (Mini Rough Guides) by Karl Luntta. Copyright © 2003. Reprinted by permission. All rights reserved.
WHEN TO GO
For many visitors, St Lucia’s biggest attraction is its tropical climate. During the mid-December to mid-April high season, the island is pleasantly hot, with little rain and constant northeasterly trade winds keeping the nights cool. Temperatures rise during the summer months, which can also be wet: the rainy season lasts from June to October, and during this time, short, heavy bursts of rain are matched by an increase in humidity; rainfall is nearly three times heavier in the central rainforests than along the coast. The rainy months also coincide with the hurricane season, which runs roughly from late August to October.
As you’d expect, St Lucia is busiest in the first few months of the year; during this time, some beaches, particularly those in the northwest, are likely to be crowded, and hotel prices are at their peak. The rest of the year, accommodation rates, airfares and even car rental prices can decrease significantly.
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