we went to St. Lucia for our honeymoon in June of 05. We stayed at the Sandals Resort. St. Lucia was a pleasant different choice from Aruba. We didn't have the constant sun like we did in Aruba. It rained very often compared to the dry climate of Aruba. Yes St. Lucia has a rain forest and is different compared to the desert of Aruba. You don't have the freedom of just walking outside of your resort like in Aruba. We totally loved Sandals and the quality of the food. If we had the option we would probably go back to Aruba instead of St. Lucia. Although we loved the Sandals resort and meal plan. If there was ever to be a Sandals resort in Aruba, That would be my choice hands down!