Once upon a time, traveling far away from home to get married was called “eloping.” We’ve come a long way since then, and the term we use nowadays is “destination wedding.” Nothing against traditional nuptials, but for a lot of couples, weddings at a local church packed with extended relatives are more stressful than blissful.…
Can you believe it’s been 32 years since the release of Cyndi Lauper’s contagious hit “Girls Just Want to Have Fun”? In the decades since, women have done a lot of running. They’re running for president. They’re running GM, Pepsi, and Hewlett-Packard. They’re running marathons…with one prosthetic leg. With all that, women also seem to…
Saint Lucia’s stunning paradise holds allure for visitors of all ages, and kids are no exception. Thanks to the CocoLand area at Coconut Bay Beach Resort & Spa, children have a tropical escape created just for them. Get geared up for your family vacation with new online resources that give you an exciting peek at…
National Rum Day is August 16, but you don’t need a holiday to celebrate this tasty beverage of the Caribbean. In the 17th century, Caribbean farmers were focused on producing sugar, but found they had a significant amount of molasses as a by-product. Combined with sugar cane juice, the sweet sticky concoction made the perfect…
Elena + John Originally from the “Windy City”, John and Elena Engler knew they wanted to get out of Chicago’s cold, snowy winter weather for their romantic Valentine’s Day wedding. After getting engaged in the tropical Bahamas a year earlier, the excited couple dreamed of a beautiful Caribbean wedding and found that Coconut Bay Beach…
The family unit is at the heart of almost half of all leisure trips. In 2012, 44 percent of leisure travelers had children with them, and for good reason. Family vacations can act as the glue that holds a diverse collection of individuals together. From special collective memories to exhilarating shared activities, family travel offers…
Must-Have Tropical Cocktails for Every Day of the Week When you’re on vacation, one of the best ways to relax is to lounge by the pool with a tropical cocktail in hand. At Coconut Bay Beach Resort & Spa, we have tons of delicious drinks to sip on while basking in the sun. In our opinion,…
A Day in the Life Calling all kids! You’re already excited for the beaches and pools at Coconut Bay, but that’s just the beginning. Some of the coolest stuff in Saint Lucia happens right here at the Kidz Klub, and we’ve got the schedule to prove it. Want to sneak a peek at your upcoming…
Spring break and summer vacation provide two wonderful opportunities for the family to get away from it all and put the focus on fun. And Saint Lucia just happens to be one of the best places for planning your family-friendly getaway! Explore These Saint Lucia Locations With The Whole Family While visiting our gorgeous island…
Duck and Arugula Salad by Coconut Bay’s Chef P Warm up from this winter’s chill with a touch of Caribbean flare. Our very own world-renowned Chef P. recommends the Duck Breast Dinner Salad for people looking for a flavor enriched dinner, but wanting to keep it light. Bon appetit! Items needed: Duck Breast…
