TheLifeCo's Aslihan Ozgur outlines A'ila Developments, a $1B+ master-planned longevity village in St. Lucia spanning three resorts, 500 residences, and a physician-led detox program with a 65% repeat visit rate.
The Landings Resort & Spa in St Lucia is happy to announce the appointment of Lindon Lovell as its new Managing Director, who joined the resort this month. This milestone marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter in the resort’s journey to further elevate its standing as one of the Caribbean’s premier luxury destinations.
HQ Hotels & Residences by sbe, the innovative lifestyle hospitality brand created by visionary global hospitality leader Sam Nazarian in partnership with global icon Marc Anthony, is pleased to announce that it will bring its distinctive luxury lifestyle to the Caribbean island of Saint Lucia in November 2026 with the opening of HQ Cas en Bas Resort and Residences by sbe, a Registry Collection Hotel.
Bay Gardens Resorts, Saint Lucia’s premier locally owned and operated hospitality group, today announced that Ms. Julia Harripaul has assumed the role of General Manager of Bay Gardens Beach Resort & Spa and the newly opened Sapphire Sands Villas. This leadership appointment underscores the company’s commitment to delivering exceptional Caribbean hospitality and supporting the continued growth of its portfolio.
The Saint Lucian hotel group joins CHTA's regional fundraising effort to help Jamaica's small tourism businesses recover from Hurricane Melissa damage.
Bay Gardens Resorts will expand its portfolio this spring with the opening of Sapphire Sands Villas, a new luxury beachfront villa property on Reduit Beach, and the debut of its signature Moonstone Spa. The spa will serve as Sapphire Sands' wellness hub, offering a program inspired by Saint Lucia's coastal setting and nature-led rituals associated with renewal and balance.
CHTA President argues AI enhances rather than replaces human hospitality, sharing practical implementation examples from Bay Gardens Resorts.
After a multi-year transformation, Ladera, St. Lucia's iconic luxury resort uniquely positioned on a volcanic ridge, reopens this month with a brand new wellness center set in the rainforest, new interior design throughout its suites and villas, four new restaurants, a redesigned site plan with new landscaping connecting guests to its lush grounds, plus new uniforms on its staff, new mini Moke electric vehicles to deliver guests to their rooms, and a new identity and refreshed commitment to remaining the most-Saint-Lucian luxury resort on the island.
Fresh from the most extensive renovation in its history, Coconut Bay Beach Resort & Spa is thrilled to welcome back guests this October, following a transformative $14 million investment (approx. £10.5 million). Adding to the excitement, Coconut Bay has been named Saint Lucia's Leading Family Resort in the 2025 World Travel Awards, an honour that reflects the resort's dedication to providing exceptional experiences for guests of all ages.
The 355-room adults-only, all-inclusive resort marks the first Secrets Resorts & Spas branded property to open on the Caribbean island of St. Lucia
Idyllically situated on the northern tip of St. Lucia, Cas en Bas Beach Resort will offer a distinctly modern and personalized getaway in a tropical paradise
The 124-all-suite Zoëtry® Marigot Bay offers breathtaking views of the marina and LaBas Beach with unique cultural offerings.
Sugar Beach, a Viceroy Resort welcomes Christy Connolly as the newest addition to the team as Director of Sales. Experienced and self-driven, Christy is an expert in the field with over 15 years of experience as a Sales manager.
New 90-key Cas en Bas Beach Resort by Dream Hotel Group to open in prestigious Cap Estate in 2023.
The Caribbean's most legendary resort, Sugar Beach, A Viceroy Resort, is proud to announce the appointment of new Managing Director James Wyndham. Following the recent debut of a fresh new look comprised of expansive amenity enhancements, experiential upgrades and nine new keys, Wyndham will helm a new chapter for the iconic resort that enters its 30th year in 2022.
The Caribbean's most legendary resort, Sugar Beach, debuts a fresh new look that marks the next chapter in the properties near 30-year history. Following a five-month closure, the iconic destination located on the shores, nestled between the picturesque UNESCO Pitons of St. Lucia, has completed expansive renovations and immersive upgrades that enhance the overall guest experience. From nine new Luxury Cottages and Beachfront Bungalows, a culinary overhaul with the launch of a new poolside bar and various updates to its existing restaurants, alongside amenity enhancements including a refreshed spa, brand-new main pool experience and beachside fitness facility. To compliment this fresh new look, Sugar Beach has also expanded on its impressive museum-quality art collection, with modern original art from talents like Andy Warhol, Damien Hirst, Banksy, Tom Sachs, KAWS and Jeff Koons. Those visiting from November 2021 will be the first to experience the elevated Sugar Beach resort experience that sets the standard of luxury in the Caribbean.
Situated on rugged Point Hardy, a dramatic 375-acre peninsula on the northern tip of the Caribbean Island, the master planned resort community is surrounded by raw, untouched natural beauty. It includes a spectacular golf course designed by renowned architects Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw, a residential community with a limited number of memberships, and luxury accommodations designed by acclaimed British architect Richard Evans. In addition to lots for custom-built homes, the property offers turnkey villas with a naturally modern design that embraces the coastal, secluded, and rustic elements of the site.
November 2021 will mark a new chapter for Sugar Beach, A Viceroy Resort, an iconic Caribbean destination located on the shores of the picturesque St. Lucia coastline. Embarking on a five-month closure beginning June 1, the property will reopen its doors November 1 with an enhanced guest experience through a variety of property renovations and experiential upgrades. Set to debut are nine accommodations, a plethora of upgraded culinary outlets, brand-new beachside fitness facility and expansive amenity enhancements including a refreshed spa and new main pool area.
Cabot, the developer and operator of master-planned golf resort communities, announced today that Jason McCarty has joined Cabot Saint Lucia as Director of Golf. The second project from the brand is set to open in 2022 on a spectacular 375-acre peninsula at the northern tip of Saint Lucia. Situated along 1.5 miles of breathtaking coastline, Cabot Saint Lucia will be home to a residential community with world-class amenities, a boutique resort and a standout golf club with Coore & Crenshaw's first Caribbean course.
Set within more than 100 acres of pristine rainforest in the embrace of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Val des Pitons, Sugar Beach, a Viceroy Resort, offers breathtaking views of the Caribbean Sea and the Pitons, along with all of the 18th-century Colonial charm that St. Lucia is known for. Sitting on the site of an old sugar plantation, the resort boasts a variety of differing luxury rooms, cottages, bungalows and villas - each with its own private plunge pool. Adventurists and hands-on travelers will enjoy all of the land, air and sea activities, from hiking and ATV biking to ziplining and diving, not to mention the selection of immersive experiences that allow guests to get a feel for the local culture and history. After a long day, refuel at onsite bars and restaurants that harmonize the taste of the island's fresh local fare with the resort's history. The resort's Rainforest Spa boasts individual treatment rooms house in their own unique treehouse - where guests can indulge in signature experiences like bamboo massages, hot rock therapies and holistic treatments, each harnessing the ingredients of nearby volcanic springs and fertile cocoa plantations.