Introducing Castries

Walking along the crowded streets of Castries, you are bombarded with the kinetics of a city that is bustling with life. The throbbing heart of the city is the market area – it heaves and vibrates, with the locals scurrying to fetch their wares and sell their goods.

Castries’ setting couldn’t be more photogenic. Think massive cruise ships anchored in a sheltered bay, with the soaring Morne Fortune (2795ft) as the backdrop. Although most of the city’s historic buildings were destroyed by major fires between 1785 and 1948, a smattering of appealing colonial-era edifices in the center will transport you back in time.

Come with maximum overdraft – if you love shopping you’ve come to the right place.