West Indies 2025 - Miami + St Lucia + 1st Test Tour
1st Test Tour incl. Miami & St Lucia - Sold Out
Our Miami + St Lucia + 1st Test Tour starts with two nights in Miami before heading to the incredible island of St Lucia for some island sightseeing ahead of the first Test in Barbados.
1st Test
The tour takes in the first Test of the Frank Worrell series:- 1st Test: Wednesday 25-Sunday 29 June, Barbados
Tour Hosts
We are delighted to announce that our Caribbean Test tour will be hosted by Australian legends Merv Hughes and Geoff Marsh. Merv and Geoff both featured in the Australian tour of the Windies in 1991 where the Aussies dominated the ODI series 4-1 before going down 2-1 in the Tests. That tour was known for the prickly relations between the teams so no doubt the boys will have a tale to share over a rum or two at the end of each day’s play!
Australia in the West Indies
In 2015 Australia took out the two-match series 2-0 on the back of runs from Adam Voges, Steve Smith and Sean Marsh and wickets from Josh Hazlewood and Mitch Starc to continue their possession of the Frank Worrell Trophy. More recently the new-look West Indies team shook things up on the final day in Brisbane when Shamar Joseph took 7/68 to give the tourists an unlikely win by 8 runs.The Caribbean Islands
A cricket tour of the West Indies is as good as it gets for the travelling fan. Warm weather, pristine beaches, palm trees swaying in the breeze and a local population with a love of a good time, a good time is guaranteed for all!Where possible our accommodation is located on the beach so you can roll out of bed and onto a sun lounger and relax before our match transfers to each day’s play!
Miami
With most Caribbean flight connections passing through Miami the city is the ideal base for a couple of nights to set the body clock from Australia. Our accommodation is on Miami Beach, a stone’s throw from some incredible restaurants and US sports bars.
St Lucia
St Lucia is a true jewel of the Caribbean. We spend three nights (20-23 June) ahead of the first Test. St Lucia’s west coast is renowned as one of the most beautiful in the Caribbean and Add-On includes a full day cruise to experience the splendour of the island’s famous Pitons volcanic peaks, Toraille Waterfall, sulphur springs and mud baths, Soufriere, Marigot Bay, and more!
Barbados
Barbados is the ultimate tourist destination and Kensington Oval is one of Test cricket’s great venues. Our local 3-4 star resort hotels are the ideal way to experience true beachfront Bajan spirit plus enjoy all the convenience of tourist-friendly restaurants and bars, magical beaches and nightlife right at our doorstep. This is how we do Barbados and it's why we keep coming back!
We are once again staying at the same popular hotels in Barbados that we enjoyed during last year's T20 World Cup, featuring spacious rooms, restaurants, bar, pool and direct beachfront access. Breakfast with a view is included daily!
Flights
International flights from Australia are not included in our packages and should be booked separately online or through your travel agent. We can also look at some options for you, contact our office for details.American Airlines flies to a number of Caribbean islands via New York or Miami, see www.americanairlines.com for details.
Visas & Insurance
The USA requires a visa waiver for Australian citizens to enter or transit through the country. This is known as an Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA). All eligible travellers who wish to travel to the U.S. under the Visa Waiver Program (VWP) must apply for authorisation. Visit esta.cbp.dhs.gov/esta to apply before you depart Australia.Visas are not required for Australian passport holders in most of the Caribbean.
Travel insurance is not included in our travel packages or tours. Fast Cover Travel Insurance are offering AST customers 5% off travel insurance. You can apply for a quote at fastcover.com.au and they can be contacted on 1300 409 322 if you have questions.
Tour Payments
Payments are required as follows:- At the time of booking a 25% deposit is due
- An additional 25% instalment is due by 14 March
- The final balance of your booking is due by 14 April
Any Questions?
Email us at info@astsports.com.au if you have any questions about the tour.Inclusions
Accommodation
- Two nights Miami Beach (18-20 June)
- Three nights St Lucia (20-23 June)
- Seven nights Barbados 3/4-star hotel (23-30 June)
- Breakfast daily
Sightseeing
- St Lucia Day Cruise
Match Tickets
- Tickets to each day of the 1st Test at Kensington Oval, Barbados
Flights & Transfers
- Flight Miami to St Lucia (20 June)
- Flight St Lucia to Barbados (23 June)
- Coach airport transfers throughout
- Match-day transfers
Plus
- Tour hosted by Merv Hughes & Geoff Marsh
- Experienced AST tour leaders throughout
- Included dinner functions during the Test
- AST tour merchandise
Itinerary
Wednesday 18 June - Welcome to Miami!
Step off the flight from Australia and shake off the jetlag on Florida’s famous Miami Beach. Our beach-front accommodation has everything you need to ease your way into things or get partying from day one!
Overnight: Miami Beach, Miami
Thursday 19 June - Miami Beach
Today there are options for the energetic and more lethargic alike. With the beach on our doorstep you don’t have to go far today, though with its incredible bars and restaurants Miami’s temptations are plentiful.
Meanwhile Miami’s Little Havana and Marlins baseball stadium offer the perfect nighttime options!
Overnight: Miami Beach, Miami
Friday 20 June - St Lucia
Today our Caribbean adventure kicks off with our transfer from Miami to St Lucia.
After checking in at our hotel the afternoon is yours to relax at the hotel or explore the restaurants and bars of Rodney Bay.
Overnight: local 3-star hotel, St Lucia
Saturday 21 June - St Lucia Day Tour Cruise
St Lucia’s west coast is renowned as one of the most beautiful in the Caribbean and today we get to experience its splendour on our fully included day tour. Marvel at the beauty of St Lucia’s famous Pitons volcanic peaks, Toraille Waterfall, sulphur springs and mud baths, Soufriere, Marigot Bay, and more. Transfers, boat cruise, lunch and beverages are included in the tour.
This evening is free to relax or venture out with your fellow AST travellers to enjoy some local cuisine and entertainment.
Overnight: local 3-star hotel, St Lucia
Sunday 22 June - St Lucia Free Day
Today you have one more day free to soak up St Lucia's beaches or head out to explore the boutiques of Gros Islet or Castries Harbour.
Overnight: local 3-star hotel, St Lucia
Monday 23 June - Barbados
Today we travel to the island of Barbados ahead of the start of the Frank Worrell series.
Australia’s tour schedule includes some of the best islands the Caribbean has to offer and Barbados is the place start to our West Indies cricketing adventure!
Barbados is the jewel in the crown for visitors to the West Indies thanks to its incredible beach resorts, nightlife and cricketing culture. This list of cricketing names from the island is too long to list, but would start with the likes of Sobers, Worrell, Hall, Greenidge, Haynes, Garner and Marshall!
After checking-in at our hotel join our welcome get-together hosted by Merv and Geoff.
Overnight: local 3/4-star hotel, Barbados
Tuesday 24 June - Barbados
Today is free to explore Barbados. Bridgetown features a stunning harbour along with the historic Houses of Parliament, Charles Fort, Garrison Savannah and George Washington House. Further afield the Mount Gay Distillery is the oldest functioning rum distillery in the world!
This evening we’ll kick back for a quiet drink in anticipation of tomorrow’s first Test.
Overnight: local 3/4-star hotel, Barbados
Wednesday 25-Sunday 29 June - 1st Test, Kensington Oval
Each morning Merv & Geoff will offer us their thoughts on the day’s cricket after which we head to the ground on our private transfers.
After the first day’s play we will have our group dinner hosted by Merv and Geoff who will share some of the history of the West Indies-Australian cricketing rivalry.
Overnight: local 3/4-star hotel, Barbados
Monday 30 June - Tour Ends
Our tour ends today, extra nights are available to add during the booking process.
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