St. Barts/St. Barth

Few Caribbean islands have a more vibe chic than this member of the French Antilles, St. Barthélmy—and few are as pricey. But here we explore its more affordable as well as ritzier side.

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The French-flavored icon of low-key luxury that Is St. Barts, and its top highlights

David Stanley The small French Caribbean island of Saint Barthélemy has with a population of roughly 11,000 people, yet it has developed an outsized reputation as one of the world’s most exclusive destinations. Located in the northeastern Caribbean near St. Martin, it´s just ten square miles in size—small enough to cross in about twenty minutes—yet rich in atmosphere and variety. Its history reflects a mix of influences. Originally inhabited by Arawak and Carib peoples, in 1648 it became a…

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St Barts is one of '8 of the World's Best Destinations for a Wedding'

St. Barths is one of the most beautiful islands in the Caribbean. It’s clean, friendly, and absolutely stunning. Celebrities love this place, so you really can’t go wrong! It tends to be a bit pricey, which could make a destination wedding here impossible for some budgets, or for others it could provide the perfect excuse to splurge. To spice up the honeymoon, you can island-hop to busy St. Martin, serene Anguilla, or beautiful Saba. If St. Barth’s is above your wedding budget, you could opt…

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A very good video overview of St. Barts

A travel agent named Donna Salerno put this together several years ago, and it's still a good go-to today!

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St Barth tourism rebounding after hurricane devastation

Hurricane-affected countries are rebounding after last September’s devastation by Irma and Maria. The least affected countries are at or near normality, while the worst hit ones, which recorded decreases ranging from -18 percent to -7 percent in 2017, continue to make progress, five months after the storms. The following is an update on the progress of some of the worst hit destinations as provided by the countries, along with the hotel picture made available by the Caribbean Hotel and…

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David Paul Appell March 25, 2026 at 6:20pm

My old stomping grounds Condé Nast Traveler sings the praises of Le Barthélemy Hotel & Spa in Grand-Cul-de-Sac: https://www.cntraveler.com/story/the-stunning-st-barts-hotel-i-keep...

The Stunning St. Barts Hotel I Keep Coming Back To

With picture-perfect views, chic French-Caribbean interiors, and a world-class spa, this boutique hotel on a reef-protected bay has stolen my heart.
Joseba Basabe March 21, 2026 at 10:04am

Not at all surprising that St. Barts was found to be the Caribbean´s safest destination, according to a recent study https://www.travelandleisure.com/safest-caribbean-islands-to-visit-...
Maria de los Angeles December 22, 2025 at 3:04pm

As usual, Lonely Planet nails it: https://www.lonelyplanet.com/articles/guide-to-saint-barthelemy

Guide to Saint Barthélemy - Lonely Planet

Glamorous and luxurious, the beautiful Caribbean island of Saint Barthélemy beckons A-listers and billionaires year after year to its crystal waters…
Ed Wetschler December 21, 2025 at 10:44pm

Never mind the rich and famous - here´s an open secret about St. B: it´s quite family- and kid-friendly! https://www.travelandleisure.com/this-glamorous-caribbean-island-is...
Paul Varmuza June 30, 2025 at 7:49pm

Pretty good, from Condé Nast Traveler: https://www.cntraveler.com/story/where-to-eat-stay-and-play-in-st-b...

Where to Eat, Stay, and Play in St. Barts—the French Riviera's Caribbean Counterpart

The French-speaking speck of an island in the Lesser Antilles holds a certain je ne sais quoi being amplified by this season’s swish new villas and b…
Dave Acton December 18, 2024 at 12:51pm

Caught this in the Times - although both are a bit rich for my blood lol https://www.thetimes.com/travel/destinations/caribbean-travel/angui...

Anguilla or St Barts — which is better?

Our expert pits two of the Caribbean’s celebrity favourites against one another, revealing her verdict on their hotels, beaches, food and more
José Balido July 1, 2023 at 6:29pm

Here's a handy rundown of the island's top beaches from Tripatini member Bob Curley: https://www.tripsavvy.com/best-beaches-on-st-barts-1487435
Jordan Simon June 8, 2023 at 5:56pm

The Quebec-based site TheTravel.com just came out with a pretty good overview of the lay of the land here: https://www.thetravel.com/things-to-do-in-st-barts-complete-guide/
Helen Brown July 19, 2022 at 8:43pm

Another good look at St. Barth in the off season, from TheObserver.com: https://observer.com/2022/07/st-barthelemy-travel-guide-le-toiny-ho...
Max Pesling June 23, 2022 at 9:16pm

Who knew? Even if you're not jetsetting elite, you can enjoy "accessible luxury" at one of their most famous Caribbean playgrounds in the off season: https://www.thedailybeast.com/st-barths-the-island-where-the-rich-g...

The Island Where the Rich Go to Flex Has a Secret

St. Barths is a gorgeous and very exclusive jewel, which explains why it’s a tough ticket in season, but in the off-season, it’s the epitome of acces…