Paradise at any Pace
Almond Resorts Smuggler's Cove at St. Lucia | By Cara Trump

On 60 acres of lush tropical gardens and the black and tan sands of St. Lucia lies an all-inclusive village-style resort of 357 rooms in five categories from standard and deluxe to one bedroom beachfront suites. The newest of the Almond resort family, Smuggler's Cove is a honeymooner's paradise.

Start off with a relaxing beachside couples massage or an organic body wrap at Almond's full spa, Serenity Spa. The spa's feature treatment, The Golden Goddess, is a luxury experience inspired by ancient bridal rituals -- a full body exfoliation, warm hydrating wrap and fragrant golden oils with a touch of gold dust leave the face and body with a look of natural luminescence. For those looking for more relaxation, the resort boasts fine spa services, five swimming pools and plenty of winding paths and trails for a leisurely walk or hike. For more adventurous newlyweds, the resort's extensive list of activities offers snorkeling, windsurfing, sailing, kayaking, banana boat rides, water skiing, tennis courts and golf on the St. Lucia Golf and Country Club's lush fairways and contoured greens.

After the daytime excursions, settle down to a romantic dinner at one of Almond's fine dining restaurants. The Great House, located within the grand plantation house, is considered one of St. Lucia's finest dining establishments. The Waterside Grill, with its softer setting of candle light, crashing waves and beach views, offers fresh seafood. Lastly, Cafe Enid's is an intimate, adult-only restaurant serving the finest French Caribbean cuisine.

The island is filled with activities for any couple to enjoy. A rain forest, springs, gardens, mountains and waterfalls cover the island, creating exciting adventures for newlyweds at any age. St. Lucia's rain forest is located on 19,000 acres of green mountains and valleys. Sulphur Springs, Mt. Gimie, Latille Gardens and Diamond Falls are just a few of the natural sights to take in on the beautiful, lush island of St. Lucia.

For those who live in the fast lane, the nightlife of St. Lucia is like no other. Every Friday night, the fishing village of Gros Inlet transforms itself into a colorful carnival scene of soca and reggae music and plenty of dancing in the street. Also, just a 15-minute drive north of Castries is Rodney Bay, a chic center for nightlife, hotels and restaurants on a man-made lagoon considered the most lively place on the island at night.

Almond resorts offer the Enchanted Honeymoon package for newlyweds staying a minimum of seven nights. The complimentary experience includes a bottle of champagne with frosty commemorative flutes, an arrangement of island fruits, a choice between a half-hour massage, manicure or pedicure, and possible room upgrades.

For more information, visit almondresorts.com or call (800) 4ALMOND.