Curator’s statement
One of the most remote and distinctively French islands in the Lesser Antilles. It is an overseas collectivité d’outre-mer of France in the Caribbean. You’ll have to go slightly off-road to get to the piscines naturelles. Here is what you need to know to spend the week in laid-back and exceedingly stylish St. Barths.
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Things to do in St. Barths
Grand Cul de Sac
Its periphery in St Barths is lined with dunes and cacti varieties. Grand Cul de Sac is protected by a coral reef barrier in the marine reserve. There are about 20 sea turtles within the bay.
Monoprix Maison
Interior decoration, from lighting fixtures and paintings to original art pieces. In addition to a selection of products for every style and functionality.
Naō Beach
Upper St Jean beach club with French and Japanese influences.
Petit Cul de Sac
Secluded beach with panoramic views of the entire bay.
Piscines Naturelles Grand Fond
The natural pools of Grand Fond are a landmark also called the Washing Machine. It is surrounded by large rock formations with sea urchins.
Plage de Colombier
It is the most secluded beach in St Barths. Natural reserve protects the seagrass and biodiversity in Colombier.
Plage de Saline
There is a path that leads over a sand dune and down to Saline Beach with pinkish sand.
St Jean
Spend the afternoon in St Jean for a casual day at the beach. Sunday beach club staple is Nikki Beach.
Places to eat & drink in St. Barths
Bonito
It is designed like a beach house with an exclusive ceviche bar and wine list.
Kiki-é Mo
Route de St Jean for coffee and fresh press juice bar. Paninis and selection of homemade desserts.
L'Esprit
The Spirit is a few minutes from Saline Beach. It is recommended for its classic and new recipes.
La Petite Colombe
La Petite Colombe specialty French baguette and croissant. Kookabarra to-go juices and iced coffee.
La Petite Plage
Rue du Bord de Mer on the Port in Gustavia for a relaxed atmosphere and crudo.
Le Grain de Sel
Le Grain de Sel when you’re spending the day at Saline Beach.
Marché U
Marché U is a small local market with just about everything. There is a selection of French and Caribbean provisions for all day at the beach.
Tamarin
Subtle lanterns and warm atmosphere in Saline for tapas in the garden. Modern French and wine list with 200 vintages. Fresh local tiradito and Saint-Jacques carpaccio.
Need to know
Getting around St. Barths in a Moke is recommended!
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