• St. Lucia's breathtaking backdrops can be enjoyed at all price points.st. lucia village at sunset image by Diane Stamatelatos from Fotolia.com
  
  Nestled in the tropical climate of the Caribbean Sea is St. Lucia, a vacation destination for world travelers. St. Lucia's scenic backdrop and relaxing setting make it a likely spot for honeymooners and romantic getaways. However, despite its international appeal as a travel destination, travel to St. Lucia does not have drain your bank account. From all-inclusive resorts to private villas and bungalows, this Caribbean island is within reach of a variety of budgets. For travelers looking to further extend their dollar, visit St. Lucia in its rainy season, from June through November, when the tourism is at a slower pace on the island.
  
  

All-Inclusive Resorts

• For many travelers, an all-inclusive vacation can be the best bang for the buck. Designed with relaxation in mind, many St. Lucia resorts provide all-inclusive packages for their guests. The all-inclusive package at the Sandals Resorts in St. Lucia allows guests to participate in all resort activities, and allows them to dine, drink, and play all at one set rate. Situated along the water, guests have the option to visit the company's three other resorts on the island, and may sample other restaurants, golf courses and poolsides.
  
  Sandals Regency Golf & Spa Resort
  
  La Toc Road
  
  Castries, St. Lucia
  
  888-SANDALS
  
  sandals.com
  
  

Private Villas

• For the vacationer who does not mind cooking on his own, renting a private villa may be the cheapest vacation route when traveling to St. Lucia. Oasis Marigot Hotels & Villas provides rental vacation homes, condominiums and villas throughout the country. Vacationers have the opportunity to rent by the night, by the week, or in some cases, by the month. In addition to being cheaper than a luxury hotel, a private villa will allow you true rest and relaxation as you explore St. Lucia's hidden gems.
  
  Oasis Marigot Hotels & Villas
  
  177 Seaview Avenue
  
  Marigot Bay, St. Lucia
  
  800-263-4202
  
  oasismarigot.com
  
  

Timeshares

• Many vacationers who are looking to save money should investigate timeshares in St. Lucia. A timeshare allows the frequent vacationer to own a vacation property without all of the financial obligations that come along with it. The owner is allotted a set amount of time per year to utilize the property, most often condominiums, like that of Marlin Quay within St. Lucia's Gros Ilet. Situated along St. Lucia's waterfront, owning a timeshare within this community will allow you to enjoy a vacation to the Caribbean without added hotel taxes, room charges or all-inclusive fees.
  
  Marlin Quay
  
  P.O. Box 2204
  
  Gros Ilet, St. Lucia
  
  758-452-0393
  
  timesharegateway.com