What can you not bring to St. Lucia?

Prohibited Imports
  • Counterfeit currency and coins.
  • Food unfit for human consumption.
  • Indecent or obscene prints, paintings, photographs, books, cards, lithographic or other engravings, pornographic records, videos or any other indecent articles or matter.
  • Matches which contain white or yellow phosphorus.




When traveling to St. Lucia, you must strictly avoid bringing any items related to camouflage or military-style clothing, as wearing it is illegal for civilians and can result in confiscation or fines. Prohibited imports also include obscene or indecent materials, such as pornography or articles associated with "black magic" and occultism (obeah). You are forbidden from bringing in base or counterfeit coins, certain types of shaving brushes made in Japan, and matches containing white or yellow phosphorus. Furthermore, strictly restricted items include firearms and ammunition unless a permit is obtained, as well as flick knives and other dangerous blades. Narcotics and illegal drugs are strictly prohibited, and travelers must declare any commercial goods or large sums of currency exceeding $10,000 USD to avoid legal penalties upon arrival.

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As a general rule, it is wise to abstain from strolling alone in unknown locations during the night and carrying a large amount of cash or expensive items. Crime rates are frequently high in tourist hotspots, particularly at late hours, so caution needs to be taken when traveling through such areas.

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Eastern Caribbean, or EC Dollars as it is commonly called, is the local currency and is accepted everywhere on the island of Saint Lucia. US Dollars can also be used but exchange rates may vary from place to place.

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St. Lucia has a hurricane season because the Caribbean has one that goes from June 1 to Nov. 30. The worst two months are September and October.

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For Saint Lucia the associated plug type is G, which is the plug that has three rectangular pins in a triangular pattern. Saint Lucia operates on a 230V supply voltage and 50Hz.

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It is absolutely safe to go off resort in St. Lucia. Just use common sense as you would at home: don't go into dark alleys late at night, etc. The Sandals bus only goes between the 3 resorts, to go to the town you will need a taxi (or a couple of miles walk, depending which Sandals).

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Update 2021-08-20: The hours of the night-time curfew in Saint Lucia have been adjusted. From Mondays to Thursdays it is between 09:00 p.m. and 04:00 a.m. (local time), on Fridays and Saturdays between 07:00 p.m. and 04:00 a.m. (local time) and on Sundays from 04:00 p.m. to 04:00 a.m. (local time).

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The beaches on the western side of the island front the tranquil turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea and are favored for swimming and water sports, while the wild but beautiful eastern side churns with the more turbulent waters of the Atlantic Ocean, making it great for surfers and those who like the watch the waves.

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Methodology: We looked at the guest reviews of each Sandals Resort and calculated the percentage of 'very good' and 'excellent' reviews. In Saint Lucia, you can expect this percentage to be somewhere between 84% and 88%, so you'll have a good time no matter which Sandals Resort you pick!

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Hi, Coke is aboput EC$ 2 per can if you buy it ion the supermarket. In a bar the prices vary but c EC$ is about the average. Better for your health (& ours) if you stick with local fresh-squeezed fruit juices or Iced Bush Teas.

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Cost of Resorts in Saint Lucia: For budget travelers staying at a budget hotel, you can expect to pay around $100 per night, or $700 for a week. For mid-range travelers, it will cost around $330-640 per night, or $2,310-4,480 for a week. The more expensive option is all-inclusive.

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You can get by with US dollars or euros as well, but it is a good idea to have some EC dollars on hand just in case. You can find ATMs and banks all over the island to exchange currency, but verify whether your home bank will charge any foreign transaction fees for using your card abroad before you leave.

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The mains water supply in St. Lucia is chlorinated and considered safe to drink, but may taste a little strange if you are not used to the chlorine. Ice served in drinks is usually made from tap water and is also considered safe to drink.

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