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St. Lucia

ST. LUCIA TRIP - NOV 27 - DEC 1, 2025

HOTEL

The Landings Resort & Spa - Rodney Bay

  • πŸ”— Website
  • πŸ”— TripAdvisor Reviews
  • πŸ”— Photo Gallery
  • Modern beachfront all-suite resort
  • 25% discount for Nov 27-30 dates
  • ~$340-415/night (1-bedroom suite after discount)
  • 3 nights: ~$1,020-1,245

Resort Photos:

ON-SITE AMENITIES

  • 4 pools (including adults-only)
  • 800ft private beach (Reduit Beach)
  • Full spa (7,000 sq ft) - πŸ”— Spa Info
  • Fitness center, tennis/pickleball courts
  • Kids Club
  • Free non-motorized water sports (kayaks, paddleboards, snorkeling)
  • Yacht marina

ON-SITE DINING

  • The Beach Club - Caribbean fusion, beachfront
  • The Palms - Fine dining, lava stone grill (dinner only)
  • Callaloo - Casual local lunch
  • Turquoise Beach Bar - Drinks
  • Room service 7am-10pm

NEARBY RESTAURANTS (10min walk to Rodney Bay Village)

Nice Spots:

  • πŸ”— BUZZ Restaurant - Fusion, alfresco under trees
  • Big Chef Steakhouse - Waterfront
  • Elena's - Pizza, gelato at the marina
  • πŸ”— The Shops at Rodney Bay Marina - Multiple options
    • Rituals Sushi
    • Sea Salt Restaurant
    • Boardwalk Bar
    • La Mesa (Latin American)
    • Cafe Ole
    • Caribbean Blend

Budget Options:

  • Royal Palm
  • Lucian Cuisine
  • Cafe 758
  • Key Largo Pizza
  • Food court at Baywalk Mall

Restaurant Reviews:

GETTING THERE

Airport: Hewanorra International (UVF)

St Lucia Map:

AMEX BENEFITS

Platinum Card:

  • πŸ”— Amex Fine Hotels + Resorts
  • πŸ”— Search FHR Properties
  • Book through Amex FHR (check if Landings qualifies)
  • Get: $100 property credit, room upgrade, daily breakfast, early check-in/late checkout
  • Up to $300 statement credit on prepaid bookings

Delta Platinum Card:

COST BREAKDOWN (2 PEOPLE)

Flights:

  • Normal: $800-1,200
  • With companion cert: $400-650 (SAVE $400-600)

Hotel (3 nights):

Transfers:

  • Roundtrip airport: $180-200

Meals (if not all-inclusive):

  • $200-300/day for 2 people

TOTAL ESTIMATES:

  • Budget (room + some meals out): $2,200-3,145 (with companion cert)
  • All-Inclusive: $2,400-3,445 (with companion cert)
  • Subtract another $100-400 if using Amex FHR benefits

BOOKING CHECKLIST

  • Check if Landings is in Amex Fine Hotels + Resorts
  • Compare: Amex Travel vs Delta Stays vs Direct booking
  • Book flights with Delta - use companion certificate
  • Book airport transfers through resort
  • Decide: Room only or all-inclusive?
  • Make dinner reservations for off-property restaurants

USEFUL LINKS

The Landings:

Booking Sites:

St Lucia Info:

Credit Card Benefits:

NOTES

  • St. Lucia TAF fee: $6/person/night (18+), $3/person/night (12-17)
  • Weather in late Nov/early Dec: Perfect, high season starting
  • Rodney Bay Village: Safe, walkable, lots of restaurants/bars
  • Friday Night Street Party in Gros Islet (nearby) - worth checking out
  • Average temps: 80-86Β°F, low chance of rain

CONTACT INFO

The Landings Resort & Spa

  • Phone: +1 (758) 458-7300
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Address: Pigeon Island Causeway, Gros Islet, St. Lucia
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