Castries, Saint Lucia — October 10, 2025 — Saint Lucia took center stage this past weekend as it hosted the prestigious World Travel Awards Caribbean & North America Gala Ceremony 2025 at Sandals Grande St. Lucian. The glittering black-tie event celebrated the best in regional tourism, with Saint Lucia not only serving as the proud host but also capturing multiple top honors, reaffirming its status as one of the Caribbean’s premier destinations for luxury, romance, and adventure.
The prestigious affair welcomed leading tourism professionals, hospitality executives, and international media to celebrate excellence across the travel, tourism, and hospitality sectors.
The evening opened with inspiring remarks from Saint Lucia’s Tourism Ambassador, Julien Alfred, whose international athletic achievements have brought immense pride to the island. “It is truly an honor to welcome the region to Saint Lucia. Our island’s beauty, culture, and people provide the perfect backdrop for this special occasion,” said Alfred.
Joining her on stage was Hon. Dr. Ernest Hilaire, Minister for Tourism, Investment, Creative Industries, Culture and Information, who underscored Saint Lucia’s ongoing commitment to elevating its tourism product and strengthening partnerships that enhance the visitor experience. “Tourism is not merely an industry for Saint Lucia; it is part of our identity. These twenty-four awards reaffirm our dedication to innovation, sustainability, and our pursuit of excellence”; stated Dr. Hilaire.
Saint Lucia once again secured top regional honors, earning the title of Caribbean’s Leading Honeymoon Destination for the 17th time and Caribbean’s Leading Adventure Tourism Destination for the 4th consecutive year. These distinctions highlight the island’s unmatched blend of romance, nature, and adventure experiences.
Graham Cooke, Founder and President of the World Travel Awards, congratulated Saint Lucia for its continued leadership in Caribbean tourism and for delivering an unforgettable celebration of the industry’s best.
Several Saint Lucian resorts and tourism businesses were recognized with top accolades across regional and national categories, celebrating their excellence and innovation.
Regional Wins – Caribbean Categories
- Caribbean’s Leading Adult Only All-Inclusive Resort — Serenity at Coconut Bay
- Caribbean’s Leading Boutique Hotel — Camille Blanc Villa and Hotel
- Caribbean’s Leading Honeymoon Resort — Sandals Grande St. Lucian
- Caribbean’s Leading Luxury All-Suite Resort — The Landings Resort & Spa
- Caribbean’s Leading Hotel Suite 2025 — Grande Beachfront Villa Suite @ The Landings Resort & Spa
- Caribbean’s Leading Luxury Honeymoon Resort — Jade Mountain Resort
- Caribbean’s Leading Luxury Resort — Sugar Beach, A Viceroy Resort
Saint Lucia Winners – National Categories
- Saint Lucia’s Leading All-Inclusive Resort 2025 — Sandals Grande St. Lucian
- Saint Lucia’s Leading Beach Resort 2025 — Sugar Beach, A Viceroy Resort
- Saint Lucia’s Leading Boutique Resort 2025 — Ti Kaye Resort & Spa
- Saint Lucia’s Leading Car Rental Company 2025 — Sixt
- Saint Lucia’s Leading Destination Management Company 2025 — Barefoot Holidays DMC St. Lucia
- Saint Lucia’s Leading Family Resort 2025 — Coconut Bay Beach Resort & Spa
- Saint Lucia’s Leading Green Resort 2025 — Fond Doux Eco Resort
- Saint Lucia’s Leading Honeymoon Resort 2025 — Ladera Resort
- Saint Lucia’s Leading Hotel 2025 — Rabot Hotel by Hotel Chocolat
- Saint Lucia’s Leading Luxury Hotel Villa 2025 — Penthouse Residence at Zoëtry Marigot Bay St. Lucia
- Saint Lucia’s Leading Resort 2025 — Cap Maison
- Saint Lucia’s Leading Tour Operator 2025 — Solar Tours & Travel
- Saint Lucia’s Leading Travel Agency 2025 — Travel & Leisure Centre
- Saint Lucia’s Leading Villa Resort 2025 — Windjammer Landing Resort & Residences
- Saint Lucia’s Leading Wedding Resort 2025 — Anse Chastanet Resort
As the curtains closed on a night of elegance, pride, and celebration, Saint Lucia extended heartfelt congratulations to all winners and expressed gratitude to visiting delegates. The island invited guests to take with them the warmth, creativity, and charm that define the Saint Lucian experience
About World Travel Awards
WTA was established in 1993 to acknowledge, reward and celebrate excellence across all sectors of the tourism industry. Today, the WTA brand is recognised globally as the ultimate hallmark of quality, with winners setting the benchmark to which all others aspire. Each year, WTA covers the globe with a series of regional gala ceremonies staged to recognise and celebrate individual and collective success within each key geographical region. For more information visit worldtravelawards.com.
About Saint Lucia: Saint Lucia, the only country in the world named after a woman, is renowned for its stunning natural beauty and vibrant culture. Situated in the Eastern Caribbean Sea, the island is famed for its lush rainforests, pristine beaches, and the iconic Pitons – a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visitors can explore the island’s rich history and popular festivals, such as the Gros Islet Friday Night Street Party, Saint Lucia Jazz & Arts Festival, Lucian Carnival, and Creole Heritage Month. Signature activities include the highly Instagrammed mud baths at Sulphur Springs Park and heritage chocolate making. The island is recognized as the World’s Leading Honeymoon Destination and the Caribbean’s Leading Adventure Tourism Destination, and Olympic gold medalist Julien Alfred proudly serves as a Tourism Ambassador. Learn more at www.stlucia.org and follow us on Instagram and Facebook.
