St. Lucia is your Caribbean dream of an island rich in unspoiled natural beauty. The twin PitonMountains tower like majestic giants over the island. Below, verdant rain forests teem with eye-catching flora. Hugging the entire island are great stretches of beach. Colorful coastal villages and sprawling banana plantations reflect the island's multi-faceted cultural heritage. Constant smiles and welcoming spirit make this one of the friendliest islands in all of the Caribbean.

While visiting during Mother's day I experienced this gracious friendliness first hand. Mothers and children in their finest attire allowed me to take their pictures. Adults and children alike welcomed me to their church and their island even though I was obviously a visitor. They captured my heart with their friendliness.

When you visit this island, your taxi driver will be so kind as to give you his card. If you are pleased with his service, he is yours for the entire stay on the island. Call him to take you on your shopping trip or around town. He will wait for you or arrange to come back for you without taking payment until the task is complete.

Windjammer Landing is located on a lush oceanfront hillside. It is a low-key and casually sophisticated resort. This Mediterranean-style resort tumbles down a hillside towards the pristine beach and crystalline waters of LabrelotteBay. It offers its guests the option of independent luxury villa living combined with all the dining and recreational possibilities of a tropical resort.

The most romantic rooms are the richly appointed one-bedroom villas with a plunge pool. Tropical furnishings and breathtaking ocean views set the mood for complete relaxation. Because of the steep terrain, these villas offer seclusion and privacy, some of the most important ingredients of romance.

Whether you prefer casual dining or elegant cuisine, there's a world of tempting dishes for all to explore in a variety of beachfront or hillside restaurants. Although this is a family property, some restaurants cater to adults only. For the ultimate in romance hire one of the chefs to prepare a gourmet feast in the comfort of your spacious villa.

Complete your trip with an exhilarating helicopter transfer back to the airport where you can view the deep blue sea and dominating mountains from the sky.