Pointe Seraphine Cruise Ship Port on St Lucia

Table Of Content

• Shore Excursions
• Getting Around Tenerife Port
• Best Times for Eastern Cruise
• Public Transit from Hewanorra International Airport (UVF) to Castries St. Lucia Cruise Port
• MSC's winter 2022-2023 cruise program features the newbuild ships World Europa & Seascape
• Santa Cruz de Tenerife - user reviews and comments
• St Lucia Adventure Parks

Share your wisdom and be a part of the global community that makes travel richer and more rewarding for all. That would be the world’s only drive-in volcano- La Soufriere- which contains a whole load of sulphuric geothermal springs and mud-baths. I still haven’t managed to visit, but from my experiences in Dominica and Iceland, I’d already advise bringing dark swimwear to avoid any stains! The other option to reach the Gros Piton Nature Trail is to book a tour in advance.

Shore Excursions

Curaçao and its cruise port in Willemstad - the capital - have a rare charm, stunning colonial architecture, very is both safe and comfortable to explore on your. Our local port team will be committed to the growth and development of the country because they will be Saint Lucians. At GPH, we strongly believe that the port operator, government authorities and tourism industry stakeholders should work closely as the interests of all parties are aligned. We look forward to engaging key stakeholders through establishing consultative committees to achieve these goals. The entire port facility, including new and existing infrastructure, will always be owned by the Government, and therefore the people of St. Lucia. We are honoured to have been selected to assist you in maximizing the benefits of this critical national asset.

Getting Around Tenerife Port

Ironically, the square is named after a man that was not at all happy with the touristic development of St Lucia island. Along the northern west coast, there are a few other wonderful beaches such as Choc Beach (20-minute taxi ride), Reduit Beach (on Rodney Bay) and Pigeon Island Beach (between US$20.00 and US$30.00 each way by taxi). Although the Editor has walked there from Pointe Seraphine it is a stretch in the sun and a taxi shouldn't cost more than US$10 each way (per trip up to four people). Commonly known as La Laguna, this city is the ancient capital of the Canary Islands and the only city in the Canaries that has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. La Orotava Valley stretches from the Teide Volcano to the sea and is one of the most idyllic regions dotted with vineyards, banana plantations, green palm groves and black volcanic beaches. The St Lucia Food and Rum Tour takes you on a culinary magical mystery tour to sample some of the island’s most delectable treats in some of its most beautiful spots.

Best Times for Eastern Cruise

Siam Park has been voted many times the best water park in the world by Trip Advisor users. Set in a lush, green tropical environment, this Thai-themed water park offers unlimited fun for families and adrenaline seekers. This fantastic animal adventure park ranks among the top-rated zoos on the planet. It is located on the outskirts of Puerto de la Cruz, about 42 km/26 miles (a 40-minute drive) southwest of Tenerife port.

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Public Transit from Hewanorra International Airport (UVF) to Castries St. Lucia Cruise Port

For more experienced and daring ones, St Lucia scuba dive is an alternative option. You can drive up to the edge of the geothermal springs and see the steam coming out of the Earth, caused by the water in the springs whose temperatures reach up to 340 Fahrenheit (170 Celsius). Cruising to Grenada is a delight for those that enjoy exploring on foot historical landmarks close to the port, or enjoy Grande Anse Beach (considered one of the top 10 in the Caribbean). The natural beauty of St. Martin starts at Cruise Terminal, transportation to all top attractions is around the corner and affordable. Cruise travelers interested in exploring historical landmarks will find a few sites in Castries worth a visit. The Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception, usually referred to as “The Cathedral” is 200 ft long (61 m) by 100 ft wide (30 m) and said to be the largest church in the Caribbean.

One of cruise port's busiest days was September 26, 1993, when over 45,000 tourists came to Michael Jackson‘s concert (part of the "Dangerous World Tour"). The port has capacity to accommodate the world’s largest passenger ships of Royal Caribbean's Oasis-class (LOA length 362 m, max capacity 6780 passengers plus 2400 crew). For me the best thing about docking at St Lucia cruise port is that this island truly has so much to offer, whatever kind of travel you’re into. Whether you want to just relax on a beach, experience five star luxury, feel an adrenaline buzz or get your sweat on hiking up an actual volcano.

There are several things to do in St. Lucia for cruisers aside from visiting the city, which you really only need one hour to explore anyway. Rodney Bay Marina, which can be reached by taxi, bus or water taxi, is a popular place for visitors to go shopping, enjoy restaurants, walk along the beach or even stop at the water park. Reduit Beach – Located a 20-minute drive north of Castries, Reduit Beach is a lively stretch of sandy beach tucked in the southern part of Rodney Bay. Its blue azure waters, enjoyable atmosphere, a lot of watersports options, and a large number of facilities guarantee a fun-filled beach experience for all visitors. Nearby, toward Pigeon Island, there is a Pigeon Island public beach, another beautiful spot you can check out. Another spectacular adventure park is located in the south of the island near the town of Los Cristianos, approximately 77 km/48 miles (a 50-minute drive) southwest of Tenerife cruise port.

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You will see the city center and the majestic Alcazaba castle on the hill top. From the cruise dock you can see the terminal building which does not serve the cruise ships. At Pointe Seraphine, the service is provided by the cruise port operator and reaches most areas within the grounds. At Place Carenage, Wi-Fi is only available at one of the restaurants on-site.

St Lucia Adventure Parks

The Emergency Response Plans and the Health and Safety Protocols for all GPH-managed ports were revised to reflect the new reality. Valletta and Singapore – two of the ports we operate - became the first in the world to restart operations. All our ports have received the Safe Travels stamp from the World Travel and Tourism Council based on the enhanced protocols. The memorandum of understanding between GPH and the Government of Saint Lucia was signed on October 20, 2022. We anticipate that the definitive agreement negotiations will continue through the first quarter of 2023. By Q2 2023, once the negotiations of the terms of the definitive agreement have been completed, the handover of operational management of the port will begin.

Originally conceived as a parrot reserve (“Loro Parque” means “parrot park” in Spanish), Loro Park has developed into a 13.5-hectare (33 acres) facility that is home to over 400 animal species. Some of these species include dolphins, sea lions, gorillas, otters, red pandas, alligators, penguins, tigers, chimpanzees, sloths, and many more. It is not easy to plan your day port day in Tenerife because this island has so much to offer! On one hand, Santa Cruz de Tenerife is a beautiful, vibrant city that you can easily explore on foot, but on the other hand, you shouldn’t miss the island’s stunning beaches, Mount Teide, amusement parks, and picturesque, historic cities.

One of the nicest aspects of calling on a cruise to St Thomas is that the island is both safe and very easy to explore. Cruise ships offer excellent tours but if you wish to explore the island on your own the taxi services are very good alternatives. An art gallery must be mentioned for selling watercolors and prints by Llewelyn Xavier - the most famous Artist in St. Lucia.

Due to the region’s centuries-old winemaking tradition, local wine tasting is a must in one of the local “bodegas” (wineries). Tenerife boasts premium quality wines and numerous wine-tasting tours are available. Cruise lines and independent tour operators usually offer tours to Puerto de la Cruz. Cruise ships dock at Santa Cruz de Tenerife, the island’s capital and its largest and most populous city. Santa Cruz de Tenerife also shares the status of the capital of all the Canary Islands with Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. Santa Cruz de Tenerife is Canary Islands' largest cruise port and principal homeport (for roundtrip itineraries).

The coral reef is home to a wide variety of tropical fish, while the ocean bottom houses sponges and gorgonian forests. Cruising along the coast and the Bay of Soufriere will allow you to admire the mountains from the sea, and if you want to go by bus there are several spots in Soufriere town from where you can capture great shots of the Pitons. On your way to the town of Soufriere and the Pitons, you might spot the whales.

St. Mark’s Colonial House – St. Mark’s Colonial House is a 150-year-old Colonial house situated only a 10-minute drive from Castries port. Constructed on the steep hill of Morne Fortune, with breathtaking views of the Bay of Castries and the town, this beautiful 2-story white house features antique furniture, artifacts, valuable paintings, and locally hand-crafted artwork. In case all the berths are reserved and occupied, a cruise ship may anchor in the bay. In that case, passengers are transferred to La Place Carenage cruise terminal via tender boats.