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The Caribbean island of St. Lucia is often compared to Paradise, and for good reasons! From beautiful, pristine beaches to lush, tropical wilderness, to stunning volcanic peaks, it surely leaves a long-lasting impression. Indeed, there is a lot to see and do in St. Lucia, but the most famous feature of the island are the Piton Mountains. These two volcanic plugs are depicted on the Lucian flag, and are designated a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. They are the symbol of St. Luc

The Piton Mountains in St. Lucia are some of the most stunning sights in all of the Caribbean. Their cone-shaped, steep profiles and pointy peaks are truly awe-inspiring, and even a little spine-chilling. It is no surprise that these two volcanic plugs have been designated a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Rising abruptly from the Caribbean Sea towards the sky, these majestic formations are also the symbol of St. Lucia. They are depicted on the national flag as two triangles,

Most people know the name Christopher Columbus, and the fact that he was the “discoverer of America.” However, very few can name the exact area of America he actually discovered. I admit, I was one of those people until I decided to visit Santo Domingo while on vacation in the Dominican Republic. As I read more about the city, I learned that it had a very rich history related to Columbus’s transatlantic voyages and the beginnings of the New World. While Columbus initially dis

Petit Piton on My Mind I was one of those people who decided that my St. Lucia vacation would be incomplete if I didn’t at least try to reach Petit Piton’s pointy tip. So, from the very first day I stepped foot on the island, I started asking for information on how to do that. I knew from all I had read that I would need to hire a local guide to take me up there because the trail was difficult to follow and treacherous. I found very quickly that our resort, along with many o