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Which is better Barbados or St Lucia?

Nightlife: Barbados has a lot more bars and nightspots, plus it hosts world-famous festivals. Natural beauty: Besides the beaches, St Lucia has more spectacular scenery. Golf: Barbados has numerous golf courses including world-class options. St Lucia only has one 18-hole course.



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St. Lucia is arguably the most beautiful of all Caribbean Islands with its two UNESCO World Heritage designated Pitons standing proud. The Gros and Petit Pitons are two mountainous volcanic plugs that definitely contribute to the island's beauty.

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It's no secret that Barbados is known for having some of the most beautiful beaches in the world. The serene Caribbean coast on the west is famed for its aquamarine waters and soft sands, while the wilder beaches in Barbados on the east coast are exhilarating to visit, with big rollers and dramatic scenery.

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We love St. Lucia. It has literally everything you could possibly want from a vacation, including gorgeous beaches, great views, and friendly people. The island is 70% lush rainforest and mountains, so it will feel more like Hawaii than the Caribbean.

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Being a favorite getaway spot for many celebrities and influential people, it's no wonder that Barbados has cemented its reputation as an iconic luxury destination and is rated as one of the most excellent vacation locales in the world.

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It's no secret that Barbados is known for having some of the most beautiful beaches in the world. The serene Caribbean coast on the west is famed for its aquamarine waters and soft sands, while the wilder beaches in Barbados on the east coast are exhilarating to visit, with big rollers and dramatic scenery.

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The best time to visit Saint Lucia is between February and May, when the weather is driest. Temperatures are pleasantly warm year-round, with average highs ranging from 82°F to 90°F at sea level, though it can be significantly cooler up in the mountains.

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St Lucia to Barbados And it's just as easy to travel from Barbados to St Lucia! There are no ferry services, and if there were it would take some time! There are smaller inter-island planes though, that fly from St Lucia to Barbados, and from Barbados to St Lucia.

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Here are 18 of the most beautiful Caribbean islands.
  • 01 of 17. Virgin Gorda, British Virgin Islands. M Swiet Productions/Getty Images. ...
  • 02 of 17. St. Lucia. ...
  • 03 of 17. Grenada. NAPA74/Getty Images. ...
  • 04 of 17. Dominica. Derek Galon/Getty Images. ...
  • 05 of 17. St. Barts. ...
  • 06 of 17. Jamaica. ...
  • 07 of 17. Puerto Rico. ...
  • 08 of 17. Turks and Caicos.


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The average traveler can expect to pay $150-$400 per day when visiting St. Lucia. This means the cost of a week in St. Lucia will be, on average, between $1,000 to $2,800 per person or more.

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The wet weather makes beach time and strolling through town less enjoyable, but it's the heightened hurricane risk that really makes it the worst time to visit. St. Lucia's hurricane season generally runs from June 1 to November 30 each year, with the highest risk of hurricanes happening from August to October.

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Ideally, you should spend about three to five days in St. Lucia to get the full island experience. If you're able to extend your stay up to a week that's great, but I'd suggest a minimum of three full days (not including travel days).

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Summing it up In conclusion, Barbados is definitely worth visiting for its beautiful beaches, rich culture, friendly locals, adventure activities, and year-round sunshine. Whether you're looking for a relaxing vacation in the sun or an action-packed adventure, Barbados has something to offer.

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Home to many beautiful beaches and natural attractions, you will want to spend at least 3-5 days in Barbados. While one week would be even better as you can see and do more things, any less than 5 days and you will have to pick and choose what to visit.

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The western coast of Barbados is on the upscale side, and you'll find both high-end resorts, and sprawling mansions. The sandy beaches are the appeal for many, like the famed Holetown beach. Previously known as Jamestown, Holetown was where the British first settled on the island. It was named after King James I.

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