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LLEWELLYN XAVIER
A TALE OF of observing the behaviour of paint, the
“My paintings are the result of 50 years

juxtaposition of colours in close proximity to
one another, creating texture and attempting to
understand the paradox of form.”
TWO ISLANDS Llewellyn Xavier is Saint Lucia’s pre-eminent visual

artist. His signature style involves an orgy of colour in
the form of bold brush strokes, or perfected pearls of
oil paint that congregate en masse on the surface of
the canvas.
The contemporary artist has spent a significant
amount of his career travelling the world, with
exhibitions in London, the United States and Canada,
but at heart he remains a proud Caribbean man.
The fragility of the islands, their beauty and spirit
have all inspired his creations, and his passion for
experimentation and growing international reputation
will no doubt lead to an increase to the number of his
works in permanent collections and private homes.

From no-expense-spared coast, Jade Mountain with its truly accommodates some of the world’s
hotels with private plunge majestic organic architecture biggest super yachts but a host of
WHERE pools and butler service overlooking both the Gros and Petit happy holidaymakers at the Marigot
TO STAY to intimate inns and family Piton mountains compliments the Bay Resort and Spa. You get a hint
friendly resorts, the island surrounding natural beauty. of what is to come when a Personal
offers a large array of choice. The bedrooms come in the form Assistant is assigned to you even before
Here are three to whet your of palatial three-walled sanctuaries you set foot on the resort.
appetite: with the most awe-inspiring views you With one- to three-bedroom suites,
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JADE MOUNTAIN escapism wrapped in one audacious luxury resort prides itself on creating
This multi award-winning property site, with fine dining to boot. magic memories for guests.
(below) has been hailed as one of the Their current ‘Marigot Moments’
most outstanding in the Caribbean. MARIGOT BAY package offers a full week of
Situated on Saint Lucia’s southwestern Saint Lucia’s premier marina not only experiences with the seventh night free
as part of the offer (until September
2020). Enjoy seven experiences in
seven days – from an insider view
of the marina with the Dock Master,
a cooking demonstration followed
by a body scrub workshop, garden
walks with the resident gardener and
wellness ambassador or even a fun and
informative coconut experience.
WINDJAMMER RESORT
The Mediterranean-style villas
accommodate four to 12 guests and
range from 1,875 to 4,200 sq ft in
size. Each premium villa boasts ocean
views, a fully equipped kitchen and
a private plunge pool. After a recent
renovation the Spa and Wellness space
now includes private treatment rooms,
couples’ suites, a private Japanese
Soaker tub and outdoor shower, a juice
bar, a herb garden, steam rooms, a
relaxation lounge, and a hair and nail
and retail boutique. Private massages in
your villa are also available.

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