St. Lucia Pictures

St. Lucia's lush greenery is a sight for sore eyes, to say the least. Wildroze Getty Images

Climbing The Pitons of Soufrière is a key highlight of a St. Lucia trip. Visit in the morning before the sun becomes too intense. Koradi Getty Images

Movies like the original "Dr. Doolittle" and "Firepower" have been filmed around the scenic Marigot Bay. Dennis Macdonald Getty Images

The Diamond Botanical Gardens and Waterfall has 6 acres of planted gardens for visitors to enjoy. violacajodecristoforis Getty Images

Sulfur Springs is touted as "the Caribbean's only drive-in volcano." Wirepec Getty Images

Water sports, like sailing, are popular activities at the gorgeous Reduit Beach. Peter Gridley Getty Images

Billed as a natural wonder of St. Lucia, Diamond Falls Botanical Gardens is also home to many birds and insects along with its famously lush vegetation. jaminwell Getty Images

The crystal-clear waters at Reduit Beach are perfect for snorkeling. James R.D. Scott Getty Images

Travelers raved about Fort Rodney in Pigeon Island National Landmark, saying views at the end of the hike was well worth the climb.  Westend61 Getty

Arguably the best beach on St. Lucia for snorkeling and diving, picturesque Anse Chastanet is a more peaceful alternative to the sands of Reduit Beach. Valerie Loiseleux Getty Images

A favorite among locals and tourists, Reduit Beach is well-liked for its close proximity to Rodney Bay Village as well as the views it affords of the bay and nearby Pigeon Island National Park. Benjamin Howell Getty Images

Exploring Fort Rodney at Pigeon Island National Park is just one of the activities visitors enjoy at the park. Flavio Vallenari Getty Images

Be prepared to hike in Pigeon Island National Park. argalis Getty Images

The Pitons are never out of sight on the island. Jens Karlsson Getty Images

Situated between the towns of Soufrière and Choiseul, Gros Piton and its smaller sibling, Petit Piton, are easy to spot from many points in the southwest. ridgers Getty Images

Sulfur Springs is located in the western town of Soufrière emits sulphuric steam rather than lava, so remember to hold your nose to protect yourself from the overpowering rotten egg smell. Simon Dannhauer Getty Images

Many visitors say Marigot Bay is best viewed from afar to enjoy its full beauty. Don Hebert Getty Images

Recent visitors called the Diamond Botanical Gardens and Waterfall a "lovely" escape. Flavio Vallenari Getty Images

Many of St. Lucia's best hotels boast infinity pools with views of the Pitons. Marc Romanelli Getty Images

Anse Chastanet is popular among travelers for its optimal snorkeling conditions. Paula Jones Getty Images

Kayaking through the mangroves is a popular way to experience the scenic Marigot Bay. Severine BAUR Getty Images

Elevated platforms allow visitors to easily explore Sulfur Springs Park. Simon Dannhauer Getty Images

You'll spot plenty of fresh fruit on display at Castries Market. jaminwell Getty Images

The Tet Paul Nature Trail can be a less strenuous alternative to hiking the Pitons (with the added benefit of admiring the majestic mountains from an elevated viewpoint). Paul Baggaley Getty Images