Welcome to the exclusive island of Saint Barth, the Caribbean Saint Tropez!

Saint-Berthélemy also popularly called Saint Barth or St. Barths is a beautiful island in the Caribbean, located 250 km east of Puerto Rico. This lowland, not very forested island with over 20 beaches has been attracting celebrities and high society from all over the world since the 60s. Saint Barths (or St. Barts), often referred to as the Caribbean St. Tropez, attracts visitors with its pleasant climate, French chic and extremely exclusive atmosphere. It is a true Caribbean "gem" and a mecca of luxury - full of fashionable restaurants, sumptuous boutiques, elite hotels and exclusive villas of famous celebrities, Hollywood stars and crowned heads.

If you are looking for the most unique and elite hotels, it is worth staying in the ultra-luxurious Cheval Blanc St Barth Isle de France, the designer Saint Christopher, the minimalist Il Sereno or the more classic Eden Rock Saint Barth. Kameralne St. Barth is one of the most prestigious holiday destinations for demanding travelers looking for European class on the Caribbean islands.

Island in the Caribbean Saint Barth

Saint-Barthélemy is a French dependent territory located in the Caribbean Sea. A beautiful and intimate island with an area of ​​only 25 km² it is inhabited by just over 5000 people. Thanks to its natural conditions, delicious cuisine and friendly inhabitants, it is a wonderful place luxury travel destination. With a travel agency CARTER every moment spent on Saint-Barthélemy is an unforgettable experience.

A blissful holiday on Saint Barth

The island of Saint-Barthélemy offers everything you need for a luxurious, unforgettable holiday. Wonderful white beaches are washed by the crystal clear waters of the Caribbean Sea. A pleasant, tropical climate with an average temperature of 26°C provides excellent conditions for relaxation, which will be appreciated by both fans of physical activity and sunbathing on the sandy shore. Good weather stays there virtually all year round, but the best time to travel to this place is from December to June. Holidays with children will diversify the range of available activities.

The history of the island

The discoverer of Saint-Barthélemy is Christopher Columbus himself. He reached it in 1493 and claimed it for Spain as Isla de San Bartolomeo, which means Saint Bartholomew's Island, the patron saint of shepherds, beekeepers, farmers and vineyard owners. In the following centuries, it came under the rule of France, the Order of Malta and Sweden. In 1878, the island became part of Guadeloupe, which it remained until 2007. From that moment on, it is a French dependent territory excluded from the European Union.

What is worth seeing in Saint-Barthélemy?

The largest urban center on the island is the capital, Gustavia, with approximately 3000 inhabitants. Its name is a remnant of Swedish rule, coming from King Gustav III. The city was built in a horseshoe shape around a small port. This is where most of the island's cultural life is concentrated. Among the tourists coming to holiday Particularly popular are the 1855th-century forts, the charming Anglican church dating back to XNUMX, and the lighthouse. The island's history museum, located in a former stone winery, is also worth seeing.

There are also smaller and larger traces of colonial history scattered throughout the island. Forts, churches and statues document its passing from hand to hand. Particularly worth seeing during holidays the gem is the statue of Savaku in the city of Saint-Jean. It represents the Arawak ethnic group, the original inhabitants of the island, whose descendants are still present on the island.

Active recreation in the Caribbean

When it comes to active recreation, Saint-Barthélemy is the perfect luxury destination. Of course, water sports dominate the beaches, including windsurfing, kitesurfing, sailing and diving. There is also a charming golf course on the island, and numerous monuments and traces of history encourage hiking or horse riding. tour. Holiday Saint-Barthélemy will also be enriched by tennis and fishing, which is particularly popular among the local population.

Saint-Barthélemy z CARTER

Searching tailor-made trips and trips, it is worth paying attention to the office CARTER, a leader in luxury tourism. The company is a direct representative of exclusive hotel chains, also present on the beautiful island of Saint-Barthélemy. There is no better choice for people looking for wonderful landscapes, wonderful beaches, delicious cuisine and unforgettable moments. Saint-Barthélemy is also a guarantee of exposure to interesting history and beautiful architecture, but also active recreation in a pleasant climate.