St. Lucia

POPULATION - 165,000 at last count

LOCATION - Our closest neighbor is Martinique, 21 miles from our northern tip and St. Vincent is 26 miles from our Southern tip. (Both are visible on clear days), and Barbados 100 miles to the southwest.

SIZE - The island is 27 miles long and 14 wide, a total of 238 sq. miles.

FLIGHTS - We have two airports here, Hewanorra and George Charles. Hewanorra is the larger International airport and has daily flights from the US and up to 12 flights a week from Europe, George Charles deals mainly with regional traffic and smaller planes linking us with our island neighbours

DRIVING - We drive on the Left-Hand Side of the road. Talk to us if you want to rent a vehicle

Rainforest Waterfall

DRIVING LICENSE - Visitors must have a Temporary Driving Permit, obtainable from the Immigration Office at either George Charles or Hewanorra Airports, also available from Gros Islet Police Station. Driving permits are also issued by major car rental firms

CURRENCY - East Caribbean Dollar (E.C.$). US$, is accepted as well in most shops and restaurants

CLIMATE - From November to February the day time temperature is approximately 27 C, with a night time temperature of approximately 21 C - 22 C. December and January are the coolest months. From April to October the day time temperature is approximately 23C - 32C. June to August is the hottest period.