Why visit
St. Lucia is a destination in North America with coastlines and warm-water travel at its core. Plan around season, swim conditions, and regional island or coastal routes.
Country · North America
St. Lucia
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At a glance
Location
13.9°, -61.0°
Coast
Has coastline
Country area
616 km²
238 mi²
Country population
180k
292/km²
Subregion
Caribbean
Currency
Eastern Caribbean dollar ($)
XCD
Dial
+1758
Language
English
Demonym
Saint Lucian
Internet
.lc
UN
Member state
ISO code
LC / LCA
Where in the world
13.9° · -61.0°
St. Lucia
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Did you know
- Saint Lucia has two Nobel laureates: W. Arthur Lewis (Economics, 1979) and Derek Walcott (Literature, 1992), more per capita than any other country.
- The Pitons, two dramatic volcanic spires on the west coast, are the island's signature landmark and a UNESCO site.
- Saint Lucia changed hands between the British and French 14 times before becoming permanently British in 1814.
Plan checks
- Start research with the capital Castries, then compare two or three other regions.
- Check passport validity, visa rules, health requirements, and travel insurance for current conditions.
- Verify swim safety, ocean conditions, and water-quality reports by month.
- Bring layered clothing and verify trail/park access before arrival.
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Frequently asked about St. Lucia
What is the capital of St. Lucia?
Castries is the capital of St. Lucia.
What currency does St. Lucia use?
St. Lucia uses the Eastern Caribbean dollar ($), ISO code XCD.
What languages are spoken in St. Lucia?
The primary language is English.
Is St. Lucia landlocked?
No, St. Lucia has a coastline.
What is the international calling code for St. Lucia?
The calling code is +1758.
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