St Lucia

St Lucia is indeed a Caribbean dream: a small, lush tropical gem of an island that is still relatively unknown and undeveloped, although it does offer a good variety of accommodation for tourists, including a few discreet resorts. St Lucia is one of the Windward isles of the Lesser Antilles, situated midway down the Eastern Caribbean chain between Martinique and St Vincent, just north of Barbados. It is tiny - only 27 miles (43km) long and 14 miles (23km) wide, shaped like an avocado.
The volcanic island's main landmarks are the Pitons, two soaring peaks on its southern coast, that rise up from the sea and shelter magnificent dense rain forest where wild orchids grow and brilliantly-plumed tropical birds abound. The Creole people of the island are as warm as the tropical climate, and visitors are treated to plenty of smiles as they make the most of the island's natural beauty and secluded golden beaches, where coral reefs beckon snorkellers and scuba divers.
Most visitors are day-trippers who arrive on cruise liners at the island's main port, Castries, and generally do little more than shop for souvenirs. Those who have time to explore, however, are enchanted by the walks, cycling trails and natural beauty spots on the island, including the fascinating Soufriere volcano, with its bubbling sulphur springs.
The island has been left with a distinct French flavour, although its earliest colonists in the 17th century were British. The colonial history of the island, first settled by Arawak Indians around 200 AD, is a long saga of battles for control between the French and British. Britain eventually won the war in 1814, and granted independence under the Commonwealth to St Lucia in 1979.

St Lucia ClimateLike all Caribbean islands, St Lucia enjoys a hot, tropical climate throughout the year. The average daily temperatures of 80°F (27°C) tend to be tempered by trade winds. The driest time on the island is between January and March but showers can occur throughout the year, however they are usually over quickly. Hurricane season is generally from June to November.
Castries

Five Ways To Enjoy St. Lucia

1. Slip on a snorkel and plunge into the crystal-clear waters at fish-friendly Anse Chastanet.

2. Grab a book, pack a lunch, and spread your towel out on Reduit Beach, one of St. Lucia's most popular beaches.

3. Enjoy the tranquil setting and tasty Creole cooking at Caribees restaurant.

4. Grab your hiking boots and follow the many extensive trails through the lush rain forest of the island's interior. Try the scenic Enbas Saut Falls trail, a combination of rain forest, cloud forest, elfin woodlands, and cascading waterfalls.

5. Take the Soufriere Island Delight tour and visit a drive in volcano.

Ladera Resort
Area : Soufriere

Hillside resort amid the lush Pitons of St. Lucia

From every point on the property, the panorama stretches out across a green sea of rain forest.
The six villas and 19 suites each have an open wall exposing breathtaking views of the Caribbean.

The award-winning restaurant, Dasheen, features fresh fruit from the resort’s landscaped gardens, and the pool and sundeck overlook the Caribbean Sea.

Rooms

Petit Piton Suite with Plunge Pool - One queen bed in suite designed to maximize views and privacy. Private plunge pool and open-air master bedroom. West side of suite is open to expose beautiful vistas.

Two Bedroom Suite with plunge pool - Two queen beds in suites designed to maximize privacy and views. Open-air bedrooms, large private plunge pool, stocked refrigerator, and coffeemaker. West side of suite is open to expose beautiful vista.

Gros Piton Suite with plunge pool - One queen bed in suite designed to maximize views and privacy. Larger than standard suite. Private heated plunge pool with waterfall. Sea and valley vistas in two directions. Stocked refrigerator and coffeemaker.

Luxury 2 Bedroom Villa Suite w/Pool - Two-bedroom villa with heated outdoor pool fed by stone waterfall. Design maximizes views and privacy. Four-poster bed in open-air master bedroom and queen bed in second bedroom. Living/dining area. West side of villa opens to beautiful vista. Two bathrooms, stocked refrigerator, and coffeemaker.