Things to enjoy in Saint Lucia
The fastest woman in the world, 2024 Olympic Gold and Silver Medallist Julien Alfred, calls the Caribbean island of Saint Lucia home.
Saint Lucia is the only country named after a woman and Julien’s record-breaking win is a major source of pride for Saint Lucia.
As well as more formal training facilities, Julien also trained in the spectacular nature of Saint Lucia including the powdery sand of Vigie Beach, just five minutes from Castries. The beach is fringed with palm trees, calm blue waters and is a local favourite. And Julien has enjoyed the healing properties of the soothing mud baths and natural hot waters at the Sulphur Springs in Soufriere.
Saint Lucia is world-famous for its active outdoor activities.
Adrenalin fuelled:
Ziplining in the Rainforest: Saint Lucia has three courses on the island so you can fly at speed through the trees.
ATV: Speed along on quad bikes down in the south east and explore the lesser known side of Saint Lucia.
Couple Biking
Jungle biking: There are different course levels depending on your experience. Ride through the forest with a guide through water and around the dirt tracks.
Segway tour: Whizz into the hills over Rodney Bay.
The Three Peaks Challenge: A more extreme activity which involves climbing Saint Lucia’s three largest mountains. The record for all three is just over 5 hours!
And the more sedate..
Pigeon Island: Explore the ruins and climb to Fort Rodney, which offers a panoramic view of the Northwest coastline.
Tet Paul Nature Trail: A family-friendly, easy nature hike with stunning views from the top; learn about the island’s history, local agriculture and even traditional medicinal plants along the way.
Mr. Cuthbert “Twatinay” Modeste, a Saint Lucian track and field coach, trained Julien Alfred from age 11. He said, “We’re so proud of Julien Alfred being the fastest woman in the world and we can’t wait to share our excitement and embrace anyone who is inspired to visit us because of Julien.
“For more information visit www.stlucia.org
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