Savour Paradise

First things first! Your priority before exploring the island should be to enjoy your hotel. East Winds All-Inclusive Resort is designed with honeymooners in mind. It’s an intimate, adults only escape set within lush gardens with a swim-up bar and spa. Whether you choose a smaller boutique hotel like East Winds or a larger hotel, you can expect luxurious accommodation.

Romance in the Rainforests

Explore Sant Lucia’s wild side by spending a day in the wilderness of its rainforests and waterfalls. Begin your journey in Soufrière, home to the island’s sulphur springs. Indulge in a playful mud bath, covering each other in mineral-rich volcanic mud before soaking in the warm waters for a naturally rejuvenating spa experience. Afterwards, venture deeper into the rainforest on a scenic hike beneath a canopy of towering trees, accompanied by the sounds of exotic birds and rushing streams.

Prefer a slower pace? Glide peacefully above the treetops on an aerial tram ride, taking in the emerald green landscapes. Thrill-seekers should try the Saint Lucia Adrenaline Zipline which offers an exhilarating way to soar through the sky on a series of eight zip lines.

Taste of Saint Lucia

One of the most memorable ways to experience Saint Lucia is through its rich culinary heritage. The island offers a delicious array of tastings and hands-on workshops. Sample locally produced rum, discover the fragrant spices that flavour traditional Caribbean dishes and explore banana plantations.

For a sweet date, book a chocolate-making experience at the famous Rabot Estate, home to the cocoa plantation of British luxury chocolatier Hotel Chocolat. Nestled amongst the island’s rolling hills, they run tree-to-bar and bean-to-bar chocolate-making workshops which are equal parts indulgent and romantic.

Dine like a local

Don’t miss the opportunity to experience local life by venturing to a Friday Night Fish Fry. Try authentic Creole street food, which brings together African, French, British and Caribbean flavours. Dishes to seek out include saltfish fritters and the main event; fresh grilled seafood cooked on the barbecue. Depending on where you stay you’ll find these foodie extravaganzas in the capital Castries and around the island.

Discover more about Saint Lucia and plan your dream honeymoon at www.stlucia.org

Where to stay in Saint Lucia: East Winds All-Inclusive Resort

We’ve found Saint Lucia’s best-kept secret, don’t tell anyone! Discreetly tucked away on a secluded beach, and surrounded by 12 acres of lush tropical gardens, East Winds has space for just 30 couples, making it an intimate, magical hideaway. Its charm lies in their philosophy of experiencing romance as it’s meant to be: a tranquil setting, nature and no distractions; just the freedom to experience a slice of paradise that’s all yours.

Make yourself at home

You’ll stay in a colourful cottage which have either ocean or garden views and a patio where you can encounter local wildlife like the beautiful Saint Lucia parrot which frequents the resort.

Delicious dining

Shoreside dining, beach BBQs and leisurely breakfasts are a way of life at East Winds. Herbs, spices and vegetables are grown on site and cooked with love. Tuck into tropical flavours like coconut and fruits and feast on fresh seafood. Throughout the week there’s a chance to meet other guests through social events like cookery classes, rum tasting and cocktails, all included in your stay.

Soothe your senses

Simply being at the resort will soothe you. The fresh sea air and being immersed in nature will heal you in an instant. But for the ultimate reset, unwind in their outdoor spa where you can drift off to the mesmerising sounds of nature while enjoying an aromatherapy massage, or get enveloped in the most blissful treatment imaginable; a Saint Lucian chocolate body wrap. You can also join in yoga and pilates or go on a self-guided hike together.

Experience the secrets of  Saint Lucia

You don’t need to go far to experience the magic of the island, it begins at the resort, right inside their tropical gardens where 100s of flowers and plants bloom and hummingbirds and butterflies swoop past you. Get to know them on a guided tour led by the hotel’s Nature Expert Sylvanas before you sit back and enjoy the lush surroundings over a tea tasting session.

East Wind’s secluded beach is an idyllic spot to go snorkelling. Or, explore further afield on one of their day long sailing excursions where you’ll enjoy lunch on board and beautiful views of the Gros Piton and Petit Piton mountain ranges,

With the Caribbean Sea on your doorstep and the sounds of nature all around, East Winds is without a doubt the dreamiest place to start married life and gets the Asiana seal of approval.

Free wedding: a gift from East Winds

Is this the most romantic way in the world to get married? Book a seven-night stay at East Winds Resort and the hotel will arrange your wedding. Their incredible free wedding package is worth $2500 and includes a wedding planner, legal fees, marriage license and certificate, registrarís attendance, your ceremony and a private beach dinner. If youíre seeking an exclusive, special way to take your vows: this is it.

www.eastwinds.com