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| Photo credit: My St. Lucia |
I haven’t written at all about our recent holidays to Saint Lucia. It’s a gorgeous island from top to bottom, but the island is identified most strongly by its Pitons, the two mountains that stand side-by-side along the west coast. Together they form the biggest part of Saint Lucia’s only UNESCO World Heritage Site.
We had planned a family hike up one of the Pitons when we visited in March. A certain level of commitment is required to do this, not the least of which is being ready to leave the resort at 6:30 am. (Due to the heat, climbing has to be done early in the day.) I’m usually more than eager to set off on adventures, no matter how early. However, I slept poorly and wasn’t feeling well, and was disappointed to have to cancel. (I did enjoy beautiful views of the Pitons from my yoga class on the beach.)
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| A view of Petit Piton, taken from Gros Piton |
Gros Piton (literally translated as Large Peak) is the only one that the government of Saint Lucia permits tourists to climb. Although it’s taller than Petit Piton (at over 2600 feet), it’s less steep, and therefore accessible to the casual hiker. The rest of my family tackled the mountain with an able guide who has climbed it hundreds of times.
On the way up and at the summit, the hikers were rewarded with stunning views of the Caribbean Sea and the island. The climb was arduous (they were gone until 1:00) and the day was hot. I applauded their resolve when they returned, and I tried not to mention the beautiful views from my yoga class on the beach.
I think I would have preferred the relaxing version of the view that you had. 😀
What a gorgeous island! (I don't think I would want to ever leave!)
Totally beautiful, serene, and peaceful looking. I have vacation envy!
A peaceful and relaxing place!
St Lucia is beautiful!
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I didn't want to leave either, Valerie!
Sounds amazing…especially that yoga on that beautiful beach!
A beautiful place. I can see why you wouldn't want to leave 🙂
We have friends that have a vacation home there and adore it.
Such a beautiful scenic place, how did you ever get on the plane and leave!
I'm dreaming about that yoga class on the beach!
It truly is a lovely retreat. Bonnie
That pop of red from the flower in the first photo is stunning! I've never been there, but how gorgeous.
What beautiful views! I think I'd have joined you at the yoga class 🙂
Just gorgeous! That view would be a great inspiration for doing yoga.
We've been going to st Lucia for many years….most recently, last Christmas. We love it, climb the Pitons, enjoy the diving and have made friends on the island. A real pleasure to read about it through our yes.
Barbara, I remember reading about one of your trips there on your blog. You had such beautiful photos, and I could tell you had a great time. I'm glad this brought back good memories for you!
When I lived in Brunei we had friends that left to go and live in St. Lucia and it's always been on my list to go there.
Now thanks to you I've had a very impromptu visit.
Thanks so much for sharing. Stunning photographs!
Have a wonderful weekend.
This looks like a strikingly beautiful place! Perhaps I'll have to think about getting out of my vacation rut.
Heck, I'd do yoga if that's the view I got to enjoy doing it to.
Is there a continent or island you haven't been to, Beth? 😀 Where do you find the time to travel to all these places?
Oh, I want to go! How beautiful. (Sorry you weren't able to make the trek.)
You lucky lady to have gone!! And what an amazing view while doing yoga! So beautiful 🙂
Miriam@Meatless Meals For Meat Eaters
These mountains would certainly inspire an artist my friend 😀
Cheers
Choc Chip Uru
What beautiful photos! It seems like such a lovely place!
What a gorgeous locale, Beth. I want to do yoga on a beach…how fabulous!
Great photos!
What a stunning location! I love reading about your travels.
I dream of seeing the pitons in St. Lucia! More photos please, please, please…
I could go for some yoga on the beach in St. Lucia 🙂 That's where my sister honeymooned.
Thanks for sharing your lovely views.
Just gorgeous photos. What a wonderful place to visit. I could also go for some yoga at the beach. 🙂