INDIAN SHORES — The confused and exhausted flamingo rescued from the Gulf of Mexico, 800 yards from the shores of St. Pete Beach, is doing fine, getting playtime and even has a name.

This beach is public. In fact, ALL beaches in St. Lucia are open to the public, no matter how private they may look. Which brings us to… READ MORE: Where to Stay in St. Lucia: 10 Incredible Resorts!

This St Lucia beach is well known for being a world-class scuba site that offers some of the best diving on the island. There is also a coral reef where you can snorkel in the clear turquoise waters.