Travel Information - St. Lucia
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Tips/Local life
Shop in local souvenir stores found in the center of Castries particularly in and around the William Peter Boulevard for bargains
Getting around is cheaper by bus, and is easy as sticking out your arm; buses will stop if it is safe to do so. However look for authorised minibuses. When leaving the bus, have your change ready to hand to the driver.
Do not accept a ‘gift’ from someone who approaches you on the street or on the beach. You will get offered anything from bird feeders made out of coconut shells to necklaces, etc. If accepted, you will have a hard time returning the gift when money is demanded in exchange. A polite ‘no, thank you ’ and walking away as soon as you are approached will do.
Shop in the Castries Marketplace for fruits and some arts and crafts. Bring along your negotiating and bargaining skills.
St. Lucians refer to themselves as Looshans.
 Be a tourist, but don't be a tourist. Be aware of your surroundings especially at night, and avoid walking into areas such as Marchand, Leslie Land, Grass Street that have some elements of criminal activity.
Many of the banks and stores are located in the William Peter Boulevard in the center of Castries.
Dress conservatively when visiting the towns; leave swimsuits and beach gear for the beach. It is not considered to wear shorts to church services.
Many stores, with very few exceptions, are closed on Sundays. The majority of banks are closed on Saturdays and Sundays though ATM access is always available.
Shop in the local supermarkets for locally made Bounty Rum and Piton Beer.
Do not expect well-defined or marked streets. Get a map or ask at your accommodation before heading on your tour.
Out of courtesy, always ask before photographing St.Lucian locals.
The island has a high number of visitors from mid-December to April. Visit during the 'off-season' for better rates on accommodation.
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