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KELLY BOWMAN: From the ocean floor
to the top of the majestic Pitons,
from steaming volcanoes and sulphur springs,
to lush, dense rainforests, St. Lucia
is an island easily as rich in natural wonders
as it is in luxury accommodations.
ANDRE BOERSMA: The first thing our guests
see are these iconic Pitons.
Once they come down through the entrance,
they're surrounded by tropical rain forest, lush greenery,
beautiful flowers, fruit trees.
They're just enthralled by what they see.
KELLY BOWMAN: Sugar Beach is an exclusive five star resort
nestled between the two impressive volcanic Pitons
on St. Lucia's west coast.
ANDRE BOERSMA: We are in just under 200 acres.
Our villas, which are dotted throughout the hillside
overseeing the Caribbean Sea and the Pitons,
all have their private plunge pools.
Most of them are stand alone, so they're very private.
We try to offer all of our guests
a very exclusive, personalized experience here.
Right from the get go, our guests go
right to their accommodations.
The checking is done there by their personal butler.
KELLY BOWMAN: In addition to a 24 hour
personal butler who is there to meet your every need--
- Good afternoon.
KELLY BOWMAN: Another luxury guests can enjoy
is the rainforest spa.
ANDRE BOERSMA: The design is very unique.
It's inside a rainforest.
And that's what's so fun about actually the whole property.
We have a steam bath that has been built in there.
A little creek that flows through that
actually forms part of the treatments
that we offer for our guests.
KELLY BOWMAN: After relaxing at the spa,
you'll want a bite to eat.
ANDRE BOERSMA: I tell guests that I can guarantee
them at least seven different evening
dining experiences in a week.
Jacques Chretien is well known throughout the culinary
industry, very well respected.
And he's the one that's been able to pull all
the different offerings together to make it an amazing culinary
experience for our guests.
KELLY BOWMAN: While you'll find everything
you need at the resort, Sugar Beach makes sure guests
truly experience the island.
ANDRE BOERSMA: The team here at Sugar Beach really
sets us apart with their genuine hospitality.
They love to share the history, the culture with our guests.
There is so much to see in St. Lucia.
KELLY BOWMAN: Like the views of the island from your
private deep sea fishing boat.
ANDEL JOYEUX: You go out there and you could view
the entire island differently.
We have the experience, the equipment.
We have the boats and the knowledge of where
are the best fishing grounds.
With fishing, there's lots of excitement, lots of adventure.
We go out, and anything could happen.
KELLY BOWMAN: The adventure awaits for individuals
or groups up to eight people.
You can also add snorkeling or whale and dolphin watching
for a truly customized trip.
Once you've experienced the sand and the sea,
head high into the rain forest canopy.
And for those million dollar views,
try out a ziplining course at Rainforest Adventures.
BARBARA LOUIS: We're located in the oldest rain
forest reserve in St. Lucia.
You swing from one platform for the next.
You do some brief walks between.
You are with the guide to explain the nature to you.
So you're having a little bit knowledge of our rainforest,
and you get to do the fun and the sporting activity as well.
KELLY BOWMAN: If swinging isn't your style,
you can still take in spectacular views
from the open air gondola.
BARBARA LOUIS: The tour guide gives explanation about
the fauna and flora around you.
And then you come back via the canopy above the trees.
And again, beautiful scenery of the rainforest
and of the north of the island.
KELLY BOWMAN: Whichever experience you choose, you're
sure to leave with an appreciation of the island,
and you can't put a price on that.
BARBARA LOUIS: You are within endless shades of green.
The air is constantly changing from this fresh feel of the air
from the plants, from the trees.
You hear the sounds from the birds.
It's never still.
A lot of our visitors feel very relaxed.
It's being one with nature.
KELLY BOWMAN: Kelly Bowman, CNN, St. Lucia.