Mélange Travel & Lifestyle Magazine October 2019 | Page 34

She maintains a very close relationship with her father and sees him as her biggest role model. “Throughout my life he has constantly reminded me of how much he loves and supports me in everything and anything I do. He believes that no matter what you do, as long as you are passionate about it and dedicate yourself to excellence, you will be successful,” she shared. Rhyan is the daughter of the current St. Lucian Prime Minister, Allen Chastanet. “My Dad has had several different careers in both business and politics and has been a hard worker throughout. I am proud of the fact that he walked away from his own business, a hotel he established, and committed himself to his country to help Photo Credit: St. Lucia Tourist Board make it a better place. His passion for making positive changes in people’s lives on a personal and national level, and working towards improving the lives of all St. Lucians is exemplary,” she said. Family is very important to Rhyan who looks forward to coming home from boarding school each year to spend quality time with them. A great group of friends also makes coming home a delight. “One of my favourite things to do is grab a few friends and go jet skiing. I love racing against my brother, who is a daredevil. We start at the beach and head towards a little “island” off the shore. I, the reigning champion, love to casually mention to his friends how many times I lapped him!” she laughingly said. “Another thing I love is being on a catamaran ride with friends and family. You start the day early, lie back on the trampoline nets and soak up the island sun. Then you arrive in the south of the island at the Soufriere port and see the island’s iconic landmark and world heritage site, the twin peaks - The Pitons. I also love going to the mud baths which leaves your skin feeling incredibly smooth and refreshed.” A life of exposure to photoshoots and high-fashion in Paris, boarding school in Canada and summers spent on a lush Caribbean island means that certain items of clothing would be preferred above all others. For Rhyan, Paige denims are her favourite, “. . . because they can go with anything. I can dress them up or down and wear them practically anywhere. They look and feel great - and even if I gain a little weight, they are the one thing I can still squeeze into!” several times and would highly recommend every tourist to bring their friends and family for the breathtaking views and fun adventure.” Rhyan may travel to many places, but for her, St. Lucia will always be home. That St. Lucia is dear to her heart is evident in the way Rhyan speaks about her beloved island. She urges everyone to visit and when you have arrived here, she encourages you to visit the absolute must-see on the island, the Tet Paul Nature Trail in Soufriere. There, you will hike up the side of a mountain and get the most magical, closeup view of the two Pitons. “The view is spectacular and I myself have done the climb Salmon Jumpsuit by Designer Gang des Garcons