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Is St Barts worth the hype?

Yes, absolutely, it's worth it. The description of the vacation you desire, relaxation, pool, beach, dining experiences, it's got to be one of the best places in the Caribbean for that. Combined with the French culture and hospitlaity and it's downright hypnotic.



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The St Barts paradox is that luxury goods (e.g. Hermès bags, Cartier jewelry, Louis Vuitton suitcases) are tax-free, so about 20% cheaper than in the US or France. Yet, daily necessities, from fresh vegetables to house rents, are very expensive compared with the US.

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Barths has a longstanding relationship with celebrities. Long ago, before Eden Rock was the famous hotel it is today, it hosted the likes of Greta Garbo and Howard Hughes. Now, St. Barths is the vacation destination for super celebrities like the Kadashians.

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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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Saint Barthélemy (French: Saint-Barthélemy, [s?~ ba?telemi]), officially the Collectivité territoriale de Saint-Barthélemy, also known as St. Barts (English) or St. Barth (French), is an overseas collectivity of France in the Caribbean.

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St. Barts' official language is French, but English is fluently spoken. The official currency is the Euro, but American dollars are often accepted.

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You're more than likely to spot at least one celebrity during your stay at Eden Rock St Barts, it's just a question of which one. It's hard to compete with Eden Rock St Barts. No where else will you find such incredible views paired with luxurious rooms and furnishings, all modeled on a 1950's oasis.

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La Banane previously operated as a hotel before undergoing renovations and transitioning into a villa rental. Gone are its days as a sexy nightlife spot, now more of a secluded oasis for privacy-seeking travelers with money to spend. This of course includes the Kardashian family, who vacationed here in 2015.

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Filmed there Pirates Of The Caribbean, The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn, Along Came Polly, Lord Of War.

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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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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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Beyond St. Bart's: Five of the World's Most Exclusive, Exotic Islands
  • Necker Island.
  • Mustique.
  • Nosa Ankao.
  • Kokomo Island.
  • Galapagos Islands. Photo: @solindblad.


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