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The Foresti re Rainforest Trail begins near the village of Foresti re, about 30 minutes inland by car from Castries. Start at the ranger hut, on the main road just east of the town s school. The 5k/3m loop slopes down

Take the well-maintained John Compton Highway north out of Castries, connect with the Gros Islet Highway, and continue north past George F.L. Charles Airport. A left turn to the west and another left turn onto Peninsular Road will bring you parallel to Vigie Beach. The beach may be littered, but the sand is shaded and the water is calm. Follow the road uphill to the far western tip, where you will see some government buildings (built by the military in the late 1800s) and a lighthouse dating from 1914. You can't get into the lighthouse without permission from the St. Lucia National Trust, but the views from here are excellent. In fact the peninsula has been used as a signal station since 1722 (in French, vigie means lookout ). On a clear day you may be able to spot the Pitons and Mount Gimie, the island's tallest peak.

Expect prices to be high, since many items must be imported. cedar rapids iowa city airport Dishes prepared cedar rapids iowa city airport with local ingredients are usually bargains, and you ll find particularly good and original meals at little beachside caf s. Order a Piton beer, which is brewed in Vieux Fort, or a rum drink mixed with island-made Bounty or Old Fort Reserve rum, to accompany your meal.

Part of Bay Gardens charm is the general manager, Berthia Parle. She won the 2003 Golden Conch Award, which is presented to the Hotelier of the Year at the annual Caribbean Hotel Industry Conference. Parle puts high value on giving each guest personal service.