With its lush rainforest, secluded coves, undulating mountains, and vibrant communities, the Caribbean island nation of St. Lucia has emerged as a magnet for honeymooners. Its spectacular scenery alone also makes it one of the most romantic destinations in the Caribbean.

St. Lucia – at 27 miles by 14 miles – is a volcanic island located in the eastern Caribbean Sea and bordered by the Atlantic Ocean. The tropical island is covered mostly by rainforest and considered one of the Caribbean's most mountainous countries. In addition to landmark mountains the Pitons, Mount Gimie comes in as the highest peak at 3,117 feet above sea level.

The island, which often feels untouched by time, has an English and French background. Visitors today can also expect fine Creole cuisine, excellent shopping, bustling markets, and lots of beach activities to keep them entertained for days.

Castries is the capital city of St. Lucia with a population around 65,000. It's a lively city featuring colonial buildings, the backdrop of mountainous peaks, and a place where freight and cruise ships come and go daily. Meanwhile, the city boasts a number of lovely town squares, the Castries market (great for street food and shopping), an island craft market, and Vendor's Arcade – a place where visitors can pick up local items such as woodcarvings, artwork, clothing, coffee, cocoa, and home décor items.

Another beautiful destination town is Soufriere, the oldest settlement in St. Lucia. The twin peaks of the Pitons provide the scenic backdrop, while nearby activities include botanical gardens (at Diamond Botanical Gardens & Waterfall), working plantations, and more. Don't forget to visit La Soufriere Drive-In Volcano, where you'll get the chance to drive up to within a few hundred feet of a volcano before going on a guided tour around the area.

Finally, Marigot Bay and Pigeon Island National Park are two other can't-miss destinations on St. Lucia. Located on the western coast, Marigot Bay features a beautiful natural harbor and is surrounded on three sides by lovely, forested hills. It's also the location of Discovery at Marigot Bay, a top-notch luxury resort complete with a marina, restaurants, shops, and much more. Meanwhile, Pigeon Island is a terrific spot for swimming and snorkeling, plus it's also a historic site and concert venue for the annual St. Lucia Jazz Festival.

The winter season is typically from December to March and typically brings high temperatures in the low 80s. This is also the driest period of the year and coincidentally the island's busy season as many visitors from the U.S. and Europe look to escape their cold weather. Outside of this period, hotel rates can be much cheaper.

In the summer, temperatures are a bit warmer, with highs in the mid-80s and lows in the 70s. Hurricane season ranges from June to November, plus expect more overall rain and storms during this time period as well.

Couples looking for a unique Caribbean atmosphere, romantic lodgings, and plenty of activities should strongly consider a honeymoon in St. Lucia. Whether you go to relax on a golden beach beneath the shade of a palm tree or to embark on a slew of adventure activities, you can surely expect the honeymoon of your dreams.