Why does everyone go to St Barts?

The island is ideal for those seeking a Euro-themed utopia with plenty of stunning beaches, upscale hotels, private villas and trendy restaurants. Those looking for an island with exciting nightlife and offshore activities should check out St. Barts' cousins, Martinique or St.



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For those who truly love to sail, St Barts is considered to have some of the best sailing conditions on the planet. So what makes the world's rich and famous flock to St Barts for a vacation? Simply put, it's a level of exclusivity not found in many other urban areas.

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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 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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Pippa, an author and socialite who is the younger sister of the Princess of Wales, wed financier husband James Matthews in May 2017. The Matthews family owns the Eden Rock resort on St Barts, one of the region's most exclusive hotels.

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Every A-list celebrity has stayed at Eden Rock – we're talking Howard Hughes, Greta Garbo, Robert Mitchum and David and Peggy Rockefeller. Leo and his gaggle of supermodels are also frequent guests of the luxury hotel.

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From this view I also spotted the lavish mansions and villas that house or have housed some of the world's most powerful and famous (including the Kardashians, Dua Lipa, and Jeff Bezos).

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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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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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Kate Middleton She grew up in Bucklebury, Berkshire and was known as a bit of a tomboy. Kate went on to study art history in Scotland at the University of St. Andrews, which is where she met Prince William in 2001.

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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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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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