Official Language:
French
Secondary Language:
English
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Currency:
Frenc Franc
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Population:
Approximately 6900 people call St Barts home.
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Weather:
Climate and current weather information for St Barts Island: Mainly dry & sunny, St. Barts is frequented by trade winds year-round.
Daytime temperatures average in the 80°F/27°C and evenings in the 60-70°F/16-21°C. Most rain falls briefly at night, especially so during the fall months, which are the hottest, from June to November daytime showers are common.
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Port: Gustavia
French, chic, & bright in color with its painted houses and glittering yacht harbour, Gustavia reveasl the style and sophistication of the tiny island of St. Barts. A miniature Caribbean version of the Cote d'Azur. Enjoy duty-free shopping in the smart boutiques, dine in one of many gourmet cafes and restaurants. Dont miss a visit to one of the 14 beautiful beaches.
St. Barts, Technically the island of St. Barthélemy, was named after Columbus' Brother, Bartolomeo. The first colonists to arrive were the French, in 1645. They later sold the land to the Knights of Malta. Abandoned after several raids by the Carib Indians and ane resettled in 1674 by the French. The British occupied St. Barts for only a short time during the century, and yet again the French prevailed. Then selling the island to Sweden in 1784. The Swedish heritage of St. Barts is felt in the capital of Gustavia. France bought the island back from Sweden in 1878, and today it is considered part of the Dependency of Guadeloupe.
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Attractions |
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Guided horseback riding treks
Located in the rugged hills of St. Barts
Ranch des Flamands: Phone 011-590-27-80-72
24 hour advance reservations are suggested
St. Barth Municipal Museum The history and culture of St. Barts presented in exhibits, documents and photographs on plant and animal life on the island.
Beaches
Baie St. Jean
In the Village of St. Jean, is a scene straight out of St. Tropez complete with beachfront cafes, lounge chairs for rent, shops and a pristine harbor for swimming.
Grand Cul-de-Sac
A narrow beach protected by a reef on the northern shore is
where you will find water sports.
Marigot Beach
Locatd on the North Shore, great for snorkeling and swimming.
Naturists Beach: Grande Saline
Dont be shy! This is the beach for nude sunbathing.
Shopping
Gustavia, is a duty-free port and home to distinctive shops that include Hermes, Lolita Jaca, Appunto, Emporio Armani and Stephane & Bernard.
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More Information |
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Web: www.stbarths.com
www.st-barths.com
Address: B.P. 113
Gustavia, 97133
St. Barthelemy, F.W.I.
Phone: 011-590-590-2-78727
Fax: 011-590-590-2-77447
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