Location
St Lucia is around 8hrs 50mins hours direct flying time from London.
Covid Travel Information
International travel from the UK is prohibited until May 17th. Travel corridors are paused until this point.
On April 12th the UK government will update the rules for travel in 2021.
St Lucia is exempt from the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) advice against all non-essential international travel. This is based on the current assessment of COVID-19 risks.
It is an approved travel corridor. You do not need to self-isolate on your return to England from one of the travel corridor countries, territories or regions
All arriving passengers, must provide evidence of a negative COVID-19 RT-PCR test taken no more than seven days before arrival. All arriving passengers will also be screened, including temperature checks
All visitors need to complete the Pre-Arrival registration form prior to arrival stlucia.org/en_UK/covid-19/pre-arrival-form-for-visitors/.
All travellers must continue the use of face masks during on island-transportation and when in public places. Visitors must also adhere to physical distancing measures.
All international visitors must stay at a COVID-certified property for the duration of their stay.
You have to complete this form online before you arrive in the UK from any country:
Form to provide your journey and contact details before you travel to the UK
You may not have to self-isolate when you arrive in England, Wales, Scotland or Northern Ireland, when you are travelling home from St Lucia.
Updated 25th FEB 2021
Weather and Climate
Like most Caribbean destinations, the wet season is over our late summer until around October, but it can also be the warmest time of year as temperatures rarely fall below 31C. Our winter tends to be drier in terms of rainfall with March offering the max number of sunshine hours in a day. Humidity can be high all year round, but the trade winds held cool the island.
Travel
Flight options
There are direct flights from London to St Lucia with BA, typically daily in the Winter and Summer seasons.
We are able to book most major airlines. If you have a specific airline you prefer to fly with, simply let us know in your booking request. A supplement may apply for regional departures. Times and any applicable supplements will be confirmed by your travel consultant before you finalise your holiday.
If you wish to make your own flight arrangements to St Lucia, let us know and we can remove the cost of the international flights from your quote. We are unfortunately not able to redeem airmiles on your behalf. Please do not confirm any flight arrangements yourself before your holiday is confirmed by us.
Stopovers
Flights are direct to St Lucia, but from here you can fly to several other Sandals resorts for a longer holiday. Talk to us about island hopping itineraries
Arrange before you go
Regular Entry Requirements
British Passport holders do not need a visa to visit St Lucia. On entry, you will be granted a specified period to stay as a tourist only.
It is your responsibility to ensure your passport is valid and you fulfil entry requirements. Regulations can change: please review current FCO advice: click here
Insurance
Scuba Travel requires all of our customers to have diving insurance. Please make sure that you have appropriate cover for your diving activities.
We also strongly recommend you have travel insurance. It's worth taking out travel insurance once you have paid your deposit to ensure you are covered for unforeseen events and cancellation.
Find out more about our combined dive and travel policy click here
Immunisations
Please speak to your local GP or check out the latest NHS advice on travel immunisations: click here
Preparing to fly
Seating
You will be able to manage your booking online once you have been ticketed (after you have paid your holiday balance). Most airlines will now enable you to select your seating at this point. There may be a small charge for prebookable seating before online check in opens. Please speak to the airline for more information about charges.
Check in
As you are flying with a scheduled airline, you will be able to check in online with your airline. Please visit their website for more information about when online check in opens.
Lounge
An airport lounge is a great way to start your holiday or to while away flight connections in comfort. Scuba Travel works with Lounge Pass to offer a huge range of affordable airport lounges around the world.
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Parking
Prebook your airport parking to save money! If you have a long way to travel, why not also look at booking an airport hotel. These aren't as expensive as you might think.
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What happens when I arrive?
On arrival in St Lucia, you will need to clear immigration and collect your baggage. You will then be met by a representative of Sandals Grande St Lucian. They will be clearly identifiable at the airport.
If you have any issues at all locating your rep, please contact us. We have an emergency contact, manned by a member of the team here in the UK. Please call 0044 7747 488 002. We will be able to help your rep locate you in the airport.
Transfers
Sandals Regency La Toc is around 1hr transfer from Hewanorra International Airport (UVF).
Departures
At the end of your holiday, your return transfer details will be advised locally.
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Tipping
All Sandals holidays include tips and taxes as part of your package. Any applicable departure tax at the airport is payable in cash locally
Currency
USD, credit and debit cards are widely accepted, but you should check with your bank about any additional overseas charges they may levy for using your card.
Phone coverage
Phone coverage is generally good - do check with your phone provider about any applicable overseas charges. Alternatively, you may wish to purchase a local SIM for making calls or data use
Plugs and electricity
UK style plugs can be used in some sockets, but do also take a US style adaptor with you
Extras
Hire equipment
Kit hire is arranged in resort and is included in your package price
Extras
Entry level PADI courses are booked and paid for in resort
Souvenirs
Sandals resorts have a wide range of shops on site with a variety of gifts and souvenirs
Nitrox/Gas
Limited - please ask at the time of booking if nitrox may be available
Payments
Deposits and Balances
All Sandals holidays require the full balance to be paid at the time of booking.
Ways to pay
We accept mastercard and visa debit or credit cards. Alternatively, you are welcome to pay via bank transfer. All non sterling card payments and UK business debit cards will be subject to the 2% surcharge. Overseas bank transfers must add £6 to the sterling total to cover international handling fees. We are not able to accept PayPal transactions.
Group Payments
If you have booked as part of a group, you can still call and pay directly without needing to go via your group leader. Please have your trip reference number to hand to help us locate your holiday as quickly as possible. You will receive a transaction receipt - your group leader will forward your ATOL certificate and booking confirmation
Included
7 nights all inclusive in your chosen room grade - all inclusive with meals, drinks (inc selected premium liquors), in resort entertainment schedule and a wide range of selected and and water sports. Guests staying at any Sandals St. Lucia resort can enjoy free green fees and complimentary transfers to two challenging golf courses perfect for all levels of play
Sandals resorts include complimentary scuba diving for certified divers, with two 1-tank
dives, or one 2-tank dive, every day of your stay (except arrival and departure days)
Use of the Red Lane Spas plunge pools, steam baths and saunas (all of which are free to use)
Your holiday includes flights to St Lucia UVF from the UK - please ask for a competitive quote to upgrade your flight option from economy. Return airport transfers are included
Excluded
Spa services, candlelight dining and selected excursions/sports are booked and paid for in resort
Additional diving, any PADI courses or scuba reviews are booked and paid for in resort
All Sandals holidays include tips and taxes as part of your package. Any applicable departure tax at the airport is payable in cash locally
Sandals new Platinum Protocol of Cleanliness encompasses added health and wellbeing requirements across all points of contact at every resort, including common areas, all restaurants and kitchens, bars, guest rooms, activities, fitness centers, spas, and includes all behind-the-scenes operations. They are leaving no stone unturned as they prepare to welcome guests back to the beauty and warmth of the Caribbean in a friendly, clean and, most importantly, safe environment.