This Week, Last Year...

This week, last year, Bindley and I were on our BABYMOON in St. Lucia having an absolute ball and a much needed vacation before all chaos broke out. Chaos came to us in the form of two little twin girls, Nina & Sophie.

When we look back now, life wouldn't be the same without them and we can't wait to take them on their very first Caribbean adventure when we head to Jamaica at the end of the month.

Cheers,

Spice of India, St. Lucia - Restaurant Review

It's no secret that I love Indian food. It is my ultimate go-to comfort food. This has something to do with the fact that Indian cuisine is a party for the senses... the deep smells of at least a dozen fragrant spices blending together, the rich taste of creamy curries... from the first bite of crunchy salty papadam to the sweet smoothness of my finale of preference; cardamon rice pudding, the smells, tastes, and textures of Indian food keep every meal exciting. 

I tend to seek out Indian Restaurants no matter where I am in the world. My Babymoon Vacation to St. Lucia in March was no exception. {I learned early on in my pregnancy that my twins had no aversion to spicy Indian food - for that I was thankful.}

While in St. Lucia, we were lucky enough to spend a few wonderful meals with the very engaging Chef Orlando from the famed Dasheene Restaurant at Ladera Resort. It was at his suggestion, that we met up for dinner at Spice of India in Rodney Bay. The meal was divine! The master chef takes full advantage of all of the fresh local ingredients St. Lucia has to offer. Being known as an island of spice, the fresh spices made a noticeable difference to familiar recipes.

I highly recommend Spice of India next time you visit St. Lucia. Find them on Facebook for their latest news.

Are you ready to start planning your St. Lucia Vacation? St. Lucia has dozens of wonderful hotels & resorts. There are two airports on the island. The northern airport is best served by American Airlines and the southern airport is served by all other major carries, including Delta Airlines. Drop us a line with the details - we'd be happy to help you plan! 

Enjoy,

The Luxurious Little Dix Bay

Little Dix Bay on Virgin Gorda is one of the prettiest beaches in the Caribbean... wouldn't you agree? 

The hotel that share its name is no less impressive... with authentic Caribbean Ocean View Rooms...

Newly built Jr. Suites...

Complete with deluxe bathrooms...

And refreshing outdoor showers...

An amazing spa... a place where one could easily spend the entire day just taking in the view...

Caribbean Cuisine at its finest, served by candlelight in an old Sugar Mill...

Plenty to do for the children too...

And if you should tire of the beach.... {or not} a few steps away, the pool is waiting...

Ready to start packing? 

Here are a few of the current promotions we've found for Little Dix Bay:

5th Night FREE - book and travel by 11/14/11.

50% off SECOND ROOM for Children - book and travel by 12/19/11.

Honeymoon Upgrade + $100 Spa Credit - book and travel by 12/18/11.

{as with all promotions, restrictions apply}

Please contact our agents to start planning your escape to Little Dix Bay today!

Enjoy,

Views of St. Lucia

I fell in love with St. Lucia all over again on my recent "Babymoon" vacation. My last visit to St. Lucia was 10 years ago and since then, I've experienced many more islands. I know I tend to say this every time I come home from an island... but St. Lucia truly is one of my favorites. It has everything I would want in an island...

Bright, colorful seaside towns....

Beautiful churches full of voices lifted in song...

Easily the most dramatic coastline in the Caribbean...

St. Lucia also surprised me because of how clean it is. We rented a car and drove around daily. We didn't spot a single piece of trash on the side of the road... no overflowing trash bins. We were amazed and praised the local people for having such a strong pride in their beautiful island...

The bustling seaport town of Castries was pretty by day and night...

The local market made me wish we had access to a kitchen. How I would love to shop and fill my market basket with a rainbow of fresh local produce and see what delicious meal I could create...

It was a wonderful trip and I simply can't wait to return...

You may view more of my views of St. Lucia here.

If you'd like more information on where to stay, please contact me for full St. Lucia Vacation details.

Flights to St. Lucia are somewhat more expensive than to other islands. However, if you book far enough in advance, you can still secure a deal. Check out American Airlines because they service both airports on the island and tend to have the best rates.

Enjoy,

My Visit to Windjammer Landing - St. Lucia

On my recent Babymoon to the island of St. Lucia, I stopped by the Windjammer Landing Resort to explore. I've sent many happy clients here over the years and it has always intrigued me as a place I might want to return with my own family. 

I was not disappointed! The resort delivers exactly what I thought it would... a lovely private beach, a wide range of accommodation options, delicious food offered a la carte or on a meal plan, and stunning views at every turn.

The lush tropical surroundings, traditional West Indian architecture, and warm hospitality of the staff make this resort a classic Caribbean gem. 

The Windjammer Landing Resort doesn't try to be anything but a true Caribbean Resort to be enjoyed by families, groups, singles, and honeymooners alike.

I loved the look of the well cared for kids club and playground set in a tropical garden:

Many of the suites and villas on property offer private Jacuzzis or plunge pools - each with expansive sea views. The rooms are located on the hillside overlooking the beach and main areas of the resort. To some, this might be a dis-advantage to some, but to most it is a huge perk because the views are some of the best in the Caribbean.

Many units have full kitchens:

More stunning views from every bedroom:

Modern and comfortable bathrooms:

Here is a link to the full album of photos from my trip, including more interior shots.

Windjammer Landing also has multiple pools on property.

The Windjammer Landing is a great place for a "BabyMoon" as well as a Destination Wedding in St. Lucia. If you are interested in seeing if this resort is a good match for your next vacation, please contact us!

Enjoy,

My Visit to Ladera, St. Lucia

On my recent Babymoon Vacation to St. Lucia, I had the pleasure of stopping by Ladera. At Ladera, its all about the view... stunning at every turn. Ladera is a luxury eco experience delicately located between the Twin Pitons on St. Lucia's southern coast...

The rooms are constructed of local woods and help the resort blend into the natural landscape. Open-aired and cooled by the constant sea breeze, each suite comes with its own private pool...

Some of the pools are both indoor/outdoor...

Plenty of wide open spaces to take in the view...

The cozy bedroom lofts also share the sweeping view...

The property is lush, green, and manicured to perfection...

Complimentary shuttle service delivers guests to the beach below anytime they want to stick their toes in the sand...

Ladera is home to the award winning restaurant, Dasheene. We shared a 3 hour meal with the famous Chef Orlando, referred to as the top ambassador of Ladera and creator of the most innovative and fresh cuisine on the island. This was one of the best meals I've ever had and certainly worthy of its own blog post - stay tuned! 

To view more photos of my visit to Ladera, jump over here.

Ladera is currently offering the 7th night free. Book and travel by December 20, 2011. Contact me for a customized quote on your vacation package to Ladera! 

See you there!