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SAINT LUCIA IS NO ORDINARY ISLAND
“It’s great studying in St. Lucia – I fell in love with the city at first sight”
A Country in Caribbean
Saint Lucia is a North American country, located centrally in the OECS region and is a prominent member of Organization of American states (http://www.oas.org ). Saint Lucia offers a diverse range of highlights, from its iconic Pitons to its vibrant culture. The island boasts stunning natural beauty, including lush rainforests, volcanic beaches, and crystal-clear waters, as well as a rich history and welcoming culture. Saint Lucia is also home to the world’s only drive-in volcano, the Sulphur Springs.
All major airlines like American Airlines, US Airways, Air Canada, Delta Air Lines, American Eagle, British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, LIAT and Caribbean Star flies to Saint Lucia. Saint Lucia is a destination travelers dream about as it is a small lush tropical gem that is still relatively unknown.
Weather
Saint Lucia’s climate is hot and tropical, with year-round temperatures of 20 to 33C. Humidity ranges from 66 – 94%. Summer temperatures range from 24 to 35 C and in the winter from 18 to 30 C. Temperature is never an issue in Saint Lucia, making it a year-round destination for beach lovers. December-May is the driest and coolest time, with day temperatures in the 23-32 C and night temperatures in the 15-27 C. During the hottest time of year (June-August), daytime temperatures can reach the 32-37 C. The rainy season is June-November, but don’t expect a constant downpour. Rather, there are numerous short but incredibly intense showers.
Currency
US Dollars are readily accepted throughout the island ,however the currency of Saint Lucia is the Eastern Caribbean Dollar which is linked to the US Dollar at the exchange rate of US$1 to EC$2.7. Most hotels will exchange reasonable amounts of foreign currency, and there are change bureaus in Castries. The National Commercial Bank (NCB) has a branch at Hewanorra International Airport where EC Dollars can be exchanged for foreign currency. It is open daily from 12:30pm until the last flight departs.
Health
Immunization is required and the immunization certificate must be produced to the admission coordinator. (vital Immunization along with H1B is important one) Medical examination certificate (the test for HIV, TB and other communicable diseases). Drinking water is safe from the tap and bottled mineral/distilled water is also available cafeteria also provide distilled mineral water for free. CUCOM has a dedicated sick bay, a student nurse and doctors on call.
Settle in USA as a Doctor
CUCOM provides an excellent pathway for medical residency and postgraduate training in the USA. After finishing of Residency you can settel in USA or return back to your country.
What to Wear
Students should bring cool, comfortable clothing. Formal pants shirts with tie appreciated for the school but during learning environment comes with the school dress-code for MD’s comes with scrub and Nursing students must wear uniform as per the student dress code rules.
Crime
Crime is not frequent in Saint Lucia, this destination considered to be relatively safer place in OECS, However common sense should prevail when travelling abroad not to make large displays of wealth (by wearing expensive jewellery, producing large wads of cash, etc.). Crimes of any sort should be reported to the school.
