St Barths is known primarily though for two things: its delicious food (a combination of the French, the creole and the freshest seafood) and its beautiful beaches. Powdery white sand meeting turquoise waters, wherever you turn. You are thoroughly spoilt for choice when on a luxury villa holiday in St.Barths. The waters at Grand Cul de Sac are probably the best for watersports – everything from kite surfing to kayaking. For a more leisurely sea and sand experience, Flamands offers stunning views and even a bit of shade, too.

When to Visit St Barths

The best time to visit St. Barths is from December to June when temperatures are high and the rainy season is at bay. The rainy season runs from July to November, with the peak time for storms being September through to the start of November.

What we Love about St. Barths

We love Baie de St-Jean, as it ticks every box. Whether it’s snorkelling, windsurfing, people-watching or shopping in the boutique boltholes, you have it all on one of the island’s most popular bays.

Getting to St. Barths

Flying via St. Martin is the most common way to get to St. Barths. It is a short shuttle plane ride from St. Martin to St. Barths.

The Best Places to Eat and Drink in St. Barths

Food is considered as much a pastime here as snorkelling and surfing, and a fabulous scene it is too, with French and Asian influences mingling with Caribbean flavours. St Barths is considered to be the foodie capital of the Caribbean.

For something a little different, Orega in Gustavia offers Japanese-French fusion dishes. Or for a real Caribbean atmosphere alongside amazing food and cocktails, pay a trip to Shellona on Shell Beach.