The Grande St. Lucian Caribbean Oceanview Penthouse Club Level

by Corey Grant - Travel Agent - February 13, 2023February 13, 20230

Sandals Grande St. Lucian is located on Rodney Bay, known to have the calmest waters in Saint Lucia. Situated on its own peninsula, the 360-degree views are often described as picture-perfect postcards, with volcanic mountains magically rising from the clear blue sea. Be greeted by a three-story, palatial style lobby that opens to grand ocean views. This ocean view room is located on the third and fourth levels of the Bonne Terre, Cap Estate and Pigeon Island buildings and features a spacious balcony showcasing sweeping views of the ocean and of the resort's manicured gardens. An elegantly appointed interior features a four-poster, king-size bed, a cozy seating area, flat screen TV, and a fully stocked bar. The en-suite bath boasts either a shower/tub combination or shower

Saint Lucia COVID-19 Protocols

by Corey Grant - Travel Agent - February 4, 2021February 4, 20210

Arriving visitors must now obtain a negative COVID-19 PCR test five days before arrival, effective February 10. (The prior protocol called for a PCR test seven days before arrival.) As with the prior protocol, it applies to all travelers five years of age or older. Consistent with existing protocols, all travelers arriving in Saint Lucia: Must complete and submit a Travel Registration Form, which is found on the Saint Lucia COVID-19 Travel Advisory page at www.StLucia.org/Covid-19; print and travel with a copy of the auto-response emailMust adhere to all safety protocols in place throughout Saint Lucia, including wearing a mask in public placesShall be subject to mandatory screening and temperature checks at ports of entry and throughout your stayShall be transferred by certified taxi to COVID-19 approved accommodation From Hon. Dominic Fedee,

Blue Diamond Resorts COVID Protocols

by Corey Grant - Travel Agent - February 3, 2021February 3, 20210

Keeping our promise to provide Safety-Assured Vacations to our valued guests, and following the recent announcement by the CDC requiring all air travelers returning to the US to present a negative COVID-19 test, we are happy to announce that Blue Diamond Resorts has implemented several important measures to support guests. https://youtu.be/0I3RnQhg2ss As of January 26, 2021, Blue Diamond Resorts will offer to US travelers free on-site COVID-19 viral antigen tests in Cancun, Punta Cana, and Jamaica and free Medical Assistance coverage to cover the cost of any accidents or illness, including COVID-19 related medical needs until March 31, 2021 or until regulations regarding this new requirement change. For guests arriving to Saint Lucia and Antigua, viral antigen tests are available on property

The Caribbean Islands Have Amended Their Travel Entry Requirements

by Corey Grant - Travel Agent - July 23, 2020July 23, 20200

Caribbean destinations that have opened their borders to tourism this month are amending travel entry requirements amid a sharp resurgence of COVID-19 cases in the U.S. A key market for the Caribbean, the U.S.’s caseload has climbed to over 3.7 million and deaths have reached over 140,000, according to Worldometers. The Bahamas has gone as far closing its borders to American travelers for the time being to prevent the spread of the virus. St. Kitts and Nevis Prime Minister Dr. Timothy Harris has closed the country’s borders to travel indefinitely. Many destinations have already updated their policies to require a COVID-19 PCR test 72 hours prior to arrival (see: Turks and Caicos, Puerto Rico). The challenge will be for travelers to find testing programs that process a

Saint Lucia Summer Getaway

by Corey Grant - Travel Agent - June 5, 2020July 4, 20200

4 nights accommodations for 2 adults occupying 1 roomLuxury Junior Suite All InclusiveCheck in Date: 22 Jul 2021, Check out Date: 26 Jul 2021Includes Turn the Tide Offer - $600 Resort Credits!!!$850 per person (double occupancy)Transportation from the airport to the resort and back to the airportDoes not include flight$1200 per person (for single occupancy)Transportation from the airport to the resort and back to the airportDoes not include flightDeposit $179.00 per personPayment Plan Available Wake up each day atop a premium handcrafted DreamBed™ between high thread count sheets and open your sliding glass door to the tropical paradise beyond. This room is complete with an in-suite Jacuzzi, rain shower, sitting area with a pull-out couch and luxury vistas of the lush garden or shimmering

Saint Lucia Reopening to Tourism June 4, 2020

by Corey Grant - Travel Agent - May 21, 2020May 21, 20200

CASTRIES, SAINT LUCIA (May 18, 2020) – The Government of Saint Lucia has announced a phased approach to reopening the island’s tourism sector in a responsible fashion, beginning June 4, 2020. The strategy, which was unveiled by Minister of Tourism Dominic Fedee, protects nationals and visitors from the threat of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) through advance testing; daily screening and monitoring of staff and visitors; sanitization at various points throughout the travelers’ journey; and new social distancing protocols. Phase One of the reopening includes welcoming international flights at Hewanorra International Airport (UVF) from the United States only. Travelers are advised to check with airlines regarding flight schedules and rules prior to booking. In anticipation of these first visitors, some 1,500 hotel rooms in Saint Lucia