St. Barts Travel Tips

  • Known as the “French Riviera” of the Caribbean with all of the glamour that comes along with: beautiful beaches, fine dining, couture shopping and mega yachts
  • The official language is French, although English is widely spoken on the island
  • The euro is the official currency. While USD are widely accepted, the exchange rate should be considered and you will most likely receive your change in euros.
  • Getting to St. Barts can as quick as a 10 to 15 minute flight from St. Martin, or you can take a high-speed ferry, or charter a boat.
  • Other gateways to St. Barts via air include St. Thomas in the USVI, Guadeloupe in the FWI and San Juan, Puerto Rico.
  • The average temperature in St. Barts ranges from 72° - 86°
  • We suggest renting 4-wheel or AWD vehicles in St. Barts – this will make it easier on you when driving through the hilly and windy island terrain.
  • The electricity on island is 220v – US appliances will need an adapter
  • Don’t miss a meal prepared in your villa by personal chef, Manu – just ask our concierge to make arrangements.

St. Barts Guide

About St. Barts

This small, hilly island, named by Christopher Columbus, is variously called Saint-Barthélemy, St. Barts, and St. Barths, and it is one of four territories in… more

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