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	ST. LUCIA Mountainous and lush, this jewel of the Windward Islands is a place where natural wonders embrace the alluring energy of a newly "discovered" paradise destination: • Exciting sailing • Fabulous snorkeling and diving • Lush interior rain forests • Towering volcanic peaks • Unsurpassed friendliness

A Sea of Cruising Choices
From our base in St. Lucia, the cruising and exploration possibilities are endless. Sail north to Martinique and on to Dominica or consider a voyage to exciting French Guadeloupe. To savor the true essence of the Windwards, cruise the string of islands stretching south – St. Vincent, Bequia, Mustique and the undeveloped Tobago Cays. Because of its uncrowded and unspoiled nature, many sailors feel a cruise here is like visiting their own private retreat where they can relax and find solace.

Volcanic Drama and Weekly Festivals
St. Lucia offers a world of 239 square miles that seems an island chain of its own:

• Visit Soufrière, the world's only drive-in volcano, an active vent of the earth
• Join the Friday night street festival at Gros Islet on Rodney Bay
• Relax in the earth's rejuvenating heat in the pools at Diamond Baths
• Sail in the lee of the Pitons, two lush volcanic cores that rise from the sea
• Set a course east to Mustique, an exclusive world of Rock stars and Royalty
• Sail to St. Vincent and shower in the breathtaking Falls of Baleine

Easily Reached and a Delightful Stay
St. Lucia offers the convenience of direct flights from major European and U.S. airports. Tucked in the calm leeward side of the island, The Moorings is found in beautiful Marigot Bay. The lively splendor of this bay is so alluring, charterers often elect to extend their vacation at our Marigot Bay Hotel, a Moorings resort, which offers a range of water sports.

Typical 10-Day Itinerary ST. LUCIA

Charter Start • After chart briefing and orientation, depart for an easy reach along the coast to anchor between the majestic Pitons.

Day 1 • Set sail early to reach Petit Byahaut, St. Vincent, for lunch and snorkeling. Anchor at Young Island Cut for the night.

Day 2 • A short sail takes you to Bequia to clear customs, swim and explore this unique island.

Day 3 • Sail to the tiny island of Petit Nevis for lunch and more beach time. On to Mustique, the land of the rich and famous, to overnight.

Day 4 • An enjoyable 3-hour sail takes you to Charlestown Bay, Canouan, where you can stop for lunch before continuing on to Salt Whistle Bay on Mayreau.

Day 5 • Set sail for the spectacular Tobago Cays. Snorkel Horseshoe Reef and explore the deserted beaches of the Cays.

Day 6 • Stop at Palm Island for lunch before anchoring in Petit St. Vincent for the evening.

Day 7 • Sail to Chatham Bay on Union Island for some great snorkeling. Our sub-base here can be contacted via VHF. Head north to Bequia to anchor overnight.

Day 8 • Follow the coast up to Wallilabou, St. Vincent where you clear customs and enjoy the beautiful sunset.

Day 9 • Back to the scenic Pitons on St. Lucia. If you arrive early, you can visit the volcano and Diamond Falls.

Day 10 • Sail to Marigot Bay for a noon check-in.

For more information, please call a Vacation Planning Specialist at 1-800-382-9666.

MOORINGS BASE

Address:
Castries
St. Lucia
West Indies

Base Manager: Chris Kessell, Base Manager in St. Lucia, is proud to welcome you to The Moorings’ base in Marigot Bay.

Facilities: Restaurant, hotel, pool, gift shop, ice, snorkeling gear, kayak rental, showers/toilets, customs for clearance, supermarket, laundry, car rental, post office and bank. Portable phones are available.

Electricity: The Moorings marina is equipped with 110V power outlets.

The majority of our yachts are equipped with power lines, battery charger and 110V plugs, which can only be used when the yacht is connected to shore power.

There is a 12V cigar lighter outlet by the chart table on the majority of our yachts.

Transfers: The transfers from George Charles or Hewanorra airport to the base and back are handled by the Airport Taxi Association. Upon clearing customs, the dispatcher will assign a taxi to bring you to the base and the driver will be paid by The Moorings. One transfer per charter is included in the price of your yacht. If your party needs several transfers because of different arrival times, please inform your Moorings agent.

Embarkation/Disembarkation Time: Your charter starts and ends at noon.

One-Ways: From St. Lucia, you can choose to sail and drop off your Moorings yacht at any of our 5 other locations in the Caribbean: British Virgin Islands, St. Martin, Martinique, Union Island and Grenada.

Our teams in these locations will also be happy to welcome you if you wish to simply overnight or re-provision. Fuel, water and ice are free of charge for Moorings customers at all of the above mentioned bases with the exception of Union Island.

ST. LUCIA

Main Language: English

Currency: Eastern Caribbean Dollar. All major credit cards accepted.

Taxis: Approximately 45 minutes. Price is $43.00 EC ($11.00 US) from airport to base.

Weather: Temperatures in St. Lucia may range between 83° F (28c) and 88° F (31c). Little variation between summer and winter. Rainfall is low, varying slightly from island to island. Nighttime temperatures drop to a comfortable level.

The rainy season is July to January.