Summer Travel Deals: Save Up to 65% in St. Lucia

Anse Chastanet luxury resort is among St. Lucia’s memorable places offering special prices this summer (c) Laini Miranda/goingplacesfarandnear.com

CASTRIES, SAINT LUCIA – Summer in Saint Lucia means sun-kissed beaches, rainforests teeming with wildlife, therapeutic mud baths, quiet evenings under the stars, and plenty of opportunities to make lasting memories. Travelers now have extra incentive to discover summer ‘Saint Lucia Style’ with up to 65 percent off at more than 40 hotels, resorts, villas, Airbnbs, tours and excursions.

The Discover Summer Saint Lucia Style offers page on www.StLucia.org outlines all special deals and discounts available at participating properties – from intimate inns and boutiques to quiet bed and breakfasts to luxury resorts – catering to families, couples, honeymooners, wellness enthusiasts and more. Butler service, rooms with private plunge pools, all-inclusive options, family-focused programs, spa treatments and dining deals are just a few of the offers available through September 30, 2023.

Participating properties include: Akasha Luxury Villa; Anse Chastanet; Ashiana Villa; Bay Gardens Resorts; Bay View #7; Bel Jou Hotel; BodyHoliday; Brise de Mer; Caille Blanc Villa & Hotel; Castles in Paradise Villa Resort; Cayman Villa; Coco Palm Hotel; Coconut Bay Beach Resort & Spa; Fond Doux Eco Resort; Harbour #6 and #7 from Blue Sky Luxury; Hummingbird Villa; Jade Mountain; La Haut Resort; Ladera Resort Saint Lucia; Oasis Marigot; Orchid Cottage; Pelican Point #3; Rabot Hotel from Hotel Chocolat; Saline Reef; Sandals Halcyon; Sea Pearl; Serenity at Coconut Bay; Smugglers Nest; South Sea House; StolenTime by Rendezvous; Sugarmon Villas; Tamarind Villa; Tet Rouge Resort; The Date House; The Landings Resort and Spa; The Lane @ Rodney Bay; Villa Cadasse; Villa Darcy; Villa Decaj; Villa Trou Rolland; Virtual Calmness and Windjammer Landing Villa Beach Resort. Sample tours and excursions offering include various experiences with Serenity Vacations & Tours and Rainforest Adventures.

Saint Lucia boasts nearly 100 miles of coastline and pristine beaches with crystal clear waters. Activities and accommodations suit travelers who want to be active or just enjoy relaxation Caribbean-style. While in Saint Lucia, visitors will enjoy the newly-renovated facilities at tranquil Hummingbird Beach in Soufriere and the recently expanded mud baths in Sulphur Springs Park (the most Instagrammed spot in Saint Lucia). Additional sought-after summer activities include cooling off at Toraille Falls, taking in the spectacular 360-degree views of the island and the signature Pitons from Tet Paul Nature Trail, and snorkeling or diving at two dozen colorful marine-rich dive sites.

Major airline carriers offer direct or connecting flights to Saint Lucia’s Hewanorra International Airport (UVF) from U.S. gateways including Atlanta, Boston, Charlotte, Chicago, Miami, New York, New Jersey and Philadelphia. 

One of the Windward Islands of the West Indies’ Lesser Antilles, Saint Lucia is nestled halfway down the Eastern Caribbean archipelago. Saint Lucia is known for its natural beauty and diverse attractions, including the signature Piton Mountains (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), a tropical rainforest, and the highly-Instagrammed mud baths at Sulphur Springs Park, and the world’s only drive-in volcano. Culturally rich offerings include the bustling marketplace in the capital of Castries, quaint coastline fishing villages, and internationally inspired cuisine. Saint Lucia’s wide range of accommodations includes five-star hotels, all-inclusive resorts, intimate inns, and value-oriented properties. The destination also offers world-class cruise and yachting facilities. The island is continually recognized as one of the leading wedding and honeymoon destinations worldwide. Saint Lucia Tourism Authority is the official destination marketing and promotion organization for Saint Lucia. Saint Lucia inspires wanderlust with custom Augmented Reality (AR) Filters on Instagram and a newly launched TikTok. Learn more at www.stlucia.org and follow on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter.

To find out more about visiting Saint Lucia, go to www.stlucia.org.

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Honeymoon in Paradise: Anse Chastanet in Saint Lucia

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Wintergreen Resort offers Summer Passport Sizzling with Savings

Play at Wintergreen Resort in the mountains of Virginia  this summer takes on a whole new perspective with the return of the popular Wintergreen Passport. Jump in an inner tube or Plunge down a slope, Zip line above tree tops, kayak or canoe Lake Monocan, tune up the tennis swing, and taste wines at the Mountain Inn, all for FREE with Wintergreen’s sizzling summer Mountain Resort Passport! Guests who take advantage of all the activities recognize a $400 value.

Wintergreen Resort lodging guests receive one FREE Passport (per reservation) packed with multiple activities and adventures. Each offer on the Passport is valid for one use. Additional passports may be purchased for $40 apiece.

Other complimentary activities include miniature golf at Discovery Ridge, a Sunday morning energizer hike from Discovery Ridge and Yoga class at the Aquatic Center.

For those with wanderlust, get back to nature with a FREE GPS Adventure Rental. This modern-day treasure hunt helps navigate along Wintergreen Resort’s hiking trails via the Garmin E-Trex Global Positioning System, all the while pinpointing hidden “treasures.”

Guests may enjoy 20% savings off a 60-minute private golf lesson for two at Devils Knob or Stoney Creek Golf Course. The culturally minded may consider buying one ticket for the Wintergreen Summer Music Festival (July 6-August 5) and receive 50% off the second ticket to the same performance.

Wintergreen Passport activities are weather dependent, limited to availability and subject to change at any time. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. The Passport must be presented to participate in the activity and is valid from June 15-September 3, 2012.

For more information about the Wintergreen Passport, call (434) 325-8211, or visit the property’s web site at www.wintergreenresort.com.

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