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St. Lucia

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St. Lucia

Bordered by the Atlantic Ocean on its eastern shores and the Caribbean Sea on the west, the island of St. Lucia is for honeymooners seeking pleasure and enrichment derived from nature at its unspoiled best. One of the Windward islands of the Lesser Antilles and one of the jewels of the Caribbean, the island betrays its geographical location and has the feel of an island in the South Pacific. A St. Lucia honeymoon is perfect for the couple seeking beauty in their surroundings.

Highlights
  • The Pitons - Saint Lucia's famous twin peaks on the southwest coast rise straight out of the sea to a height of almost half a mile
  • Rain Forest - The national rain forest stretches from one side of the island to the other, sprawling over some 19,000 acres of mountains and valleys covered with lush foliage
  • Drive-in volcano - The world's only "drive-in" volcano is also in Saint Lucia's southwest
  • Diamond Falls and mineral baths - the Diamond Falls come down in six stages through sulphur springs that change the color of the water to brilliant shades of yellow, green and purple
  • Maria Islands nature Reserve - These tiny islands in southern Saint Lucia to the east of Vieux Fort are home to rare wildlife and birds. Several species exist nowhere else in the world
  • Bird watching - Saint Lucia is home to a number of rare, indigenous species, including the Jacquot - the island's own parrot
Geography/Environment
St. Lucia is situated between Martinique and St. Vincent, and to the northwest of Barbados.
Activities
There is something for every one in St. Luica. From laying on the beach to Golf, Tennis, Deep Sea Fishing, Diving, Water-skiing , Parasailing, Sailing, Snorkeling, and Windsurfing. For the night-life, the town of Gros Islet is popularly known as the night-life capital of the island. There is nightly activity in the Rodney Bay area, from quiet fine dining to chilling at a popular bar or grabbing your favorite toppings from a pizzeria near by. However, the weekends are for partying and boy do they know how to party!
Climate and Weather
Saint Lucia's climate is mild, with almost constant northeast trade winds. The mean temperature is 79ºF. June to November is the rainy season.

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Destination Wedding Information
Administrative Fee: approx. U.S. $198
  • Applications to marry are made through a local lawyer to the Attorney General, who issues the marriage license following a two day residence for the couple. The Attorney General should receive the application at least two working days before the license is needed. Foreign documents must be translated into English.
  • Passport or Birth Certificate
  • If either part is divorced, a Decree Absolute
  • If a name has been changed by deed, full proof is required.
  • In the case of a widow/widower a Death Certificate of the first spouse is required.
  • If one of the parties is under the age of 18, evidence of parental consent is required in the form of an affidavit stamped by a notary public.
  • If any required documents are not in English, an authenticated translation must be available.
  • All of these details can be taken cared of by your hotel from whom a variety of wedding packages are available. However, you may wish to speak to your rep or tour operator about getting married in St Lucia.
  • Application to be married in St Lucia must be made by a local solicitor to the Attorney General, who will issue a marriage license after a two-day residency period. It takes two business days to process the application.

    By following the above procedures, it is possible to be married on the 5th day in St. Lucia.

    Church weddings can be arranged for most denominations in advance.