Are the beaches in St Barths public?

All of the island's beaches are open to the public year-round, and even during peak season they're never really crowded. Whether you're looking for a place to picnic, the perfect snorkeling spot, a sunbather's paradise, or a bit of sand to run under your toes, St Barths has you covered.



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St. Barts—also known as St-Barth, St. Barths, and Saint Barthélemy—is a French-speaking Caribbean island known for its luxe vibe and flawless beaches.

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Les Salines is the second largest beach on the island of Saint Barthelemy, after Flamands beach. If you are looking for a quiet and peaceful place to relax, Les Salines beach is ideal. It is a very wild beach with pink sand, the sea is often rough.

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Located on the leeward coast, at the western end of the island where the Caribbean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean meet, Colombier Beach, with its stretch of white sand lined with vegetation, is perhaps the most beautiful beach of St Barts and definitely worth the effort.

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The pre-Covid statistics show the island receives just 200,000 visitors per year and is considered to be one of the most expensive islands in the Caribbean. With that said, those who do visit St Barts are often more accustomed to being in the company of famous people and wealthy business owners.

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The Caribbean island of St. Barts is the most expensive vacation destination in the world, largely because of its high accommodation costs, which average $1,770 per night, according to the analysis.

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Make no mistake, this paradise is more expensive than other Caribbean islands (especially since local currency is the euro). But there's ways to enjoy St. Barts whether your budget is large or small.

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After decades of sand theft, suddenly the Pink Beach wasn't so pink anymore and it was starting its bleaching process. In 1998 the National Park decided to close access to the beach in order to preserve what is was left of it and hope for the conditions to recreate.

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Pink Sands Beach is the place to go for natural beauty, elegant resorts and most importantly, three miles of perfectly pink sand and gentle waters. The ocean is ideal for swimming - warm throughout the year and generally calm, protected from the rolling waves of the Atlantic by a coral reef.

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Many of the best places to stay in St Barts are set near the brilliant beaches of St Jean Bay or Grand Cul-de-Sac Bay, but some of our favourites are hidden on hillsides with panoramic ocean views.

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The crime rate is low. Petty crime, such as pickpocketing and purse snatching, occurs. Ensure that your personal belongings, including your passport and other travel documents, are secure at all times.

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St. Barth is much more than just a tropical paradise. It's a unique cultural melting pot, with a rich history and fascinating traditions that make it truly one-of-a-kind. The charm extends to its lesser-known spots too, such as the quaint areas of Grand Fond and Anse de Grand.

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Get the party started St Barts has a wealth of enticing cocktail bars, live music venues and clubs to enjoy. Follow our St Barts nightlife guide and book your seat at one of the hottest tables on the island…

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The Russian billionaire appears to own at least one additional property in St. Barts that has not been previously reported. In 2009, Roman Abramovich paid a reported $90 million for his 70-acre estate on the Caribbean island of St. Barts, a French overseas territory.

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St. Barts is incredibly safe and there is very little to no crime on the island. The island is also marked as one of the safest Caribbean islands due to its murder rate of zero.

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Yes, the water in St Barts is generally safe to drink.

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The best way to reach the island and discover St Barts is, without a doubt, by plane. Commercial or chartered connections from the neighboring islands landing daily at St Barths Airport also known as Rémy de Haenen airport (formerly Gustav III airport) are quick and simple.

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