Getting there and away

George Charles (Vigie) Airport is based in the north of the island, or the larger Hewanorra International Airport is on its southern tip. Virgin Atlantic and British Airways run daily flights. Or if you're in the area already, you can arrive in style by grabbing a ferry from nearby islands including Martinique, Dominica, or Guadeloupe.

Nightly rates at Anse Chastanet start from US $330 per night in a standard room based on two sharing. Nightly rates at Jade Mountain start at US$ 1,275 per Sanctuary. Price is based on two persons sharing a Sky, Star, Moon, Sun or Galaxy Jacuzzi Suite. All rates are subject to 8% tax and 10% service charges. To book contact: Luxury Worldwide Collection; 020 8421 7090.

Words: Mollie McGuigan, Images: Charlotte Rous and Rex Features

Destination guide: St Lucia