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St Barth Film Festival: five nights of Caribbean cinema under the open sky
Season & Events

St Barth Film Festival: five nights of Caribbean cinema under the open sky

Every late April, Saint-Barthélemy hosts the St Barth Film Festival: free Caribbean cinema at Gustavia, Lorient and Flamands. A practical guide.

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St Barth Music Festival 2027: concerts in Gustavia and Lorient, guide to January
Season & Events

St Barth Music Festival 2027: concerts in Gustavia and Lorient, guide to January

The 43rd St Barth Music Festival is planned for January 2027. A guide to its history, venues, programme and tips for booking your villa.

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St Barth Cata Cup 2026: the Formula 18 regatta at Saint-Jean (16–23 November)
Season & Events

St Barth Cata Cup 2026: the Formula 18 regatta at Saint-Jean (16–23 November)

The St Barth Cata Cup takes place 16–23 November 2026 at Saint-Jean beach. Everything you need to know about the Formula 18 regatta, its program

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Saint-Barthélemy Tax Status: What It Means for Property Buyers
Real Estate

Saint-Barthélemy Tax Status: What It Means for Property Buyers

No property tax, no VAT, 5% registration fees: a clear guide to Saint-Barthélemy's autonomous tax regime for real estate buyers.

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Saint-Barth Restaurants: the best tables for the 2026-2027 season
Life in Saint-Barth

Saint-Barth Restaurants: the best tables for the 2026-2027 season

Saint-Barth restaurants for the 2026-2027 season: tables, chefs and new openings, neighborhood by neighborhood — Gustavia, Saline, Saint-Jean.

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New Year's Eve in Saint-Barth: yachts, dinners and fireworks
Season & Events

New Year's Eve in Saint-Barth: yachts, dinners and fireworks

New Year's Eve in Saint-Barth draws a record fleet of superyachts, a free public concert in Gustavia and private villa dinners. Practical guide and booking timelines.

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Saint-Jean: the beach, the airport, and Saint-Barth's iconic villas
Destinations & Neighborhoods

Saint-Jean: the beach, the airport, and Saint-Barth's iconic villas

Saint-Jean is Saint-Barth's most lively neighborhood after Gustavia: two white-sand beaches, the Gustaf III airport at the end of the runway, Eden Rock and Nikki Beach. A complete guide for your stay.

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Buying a Villa in Saint-Barthélemy: Process, Notary, Financing
Real Estate

Buying a Villa in Saint-Barthélemy: Process, Notary, Financing

Notary, registration duties, local taxation, planning rules: the sourced guide to buying a villa in Saint-Barthélemy.

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How to get to Saint-Barth: flights, ferry and private jet
Practical guides

How to get to Saint-Barth: flights, ferry and private jet

Flights, ferry and private jet: the complete guide to reaching Saint-Barthélemy in 2026, updated following the closure of Air Antilles.

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Fête de Saint-Barthélemy and Saint-Louis: two days of tradition (August 24-25)
Life in Saint-Barth

Fête de Saint-Barthélemy and Saint-Louis: two days of tradition (August 24-25)

On August 24-25, Saint-Barthélemy celebrates its patron saint festivals in Gustavia and Corossol: mass, procession, living tradition.

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A day in Saint-Barth, by Valérie
Practical guides

A day in Saint-Barth, by Valérie

Valérie, founder of Sun Beach House, takes you through a full day in Saint-Barth: Flamands, the Colombier trail, Grand Cul-de-sac, Corossol and Gustavia at dusk.

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St. Barths on a rainy day: 8 things to do when the sky clouds over
Practical guides

St. Barths on a rainy day: 8 things to do when the sky clouds over

Rainy day in St. Barths? Discover 8 activities — museums, forts, spas, shopping and private chef in villa — to enjoy the island whatever the weather.

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Getting Married in Saint-Barthélemy: Planning a Private Event
Services & Concierge

Getting Married in Saint-Barthélemy: Planning a Private Event

Civil or symbolic ceremony, villa or beach, wedding planner: everything you need to know to organize a private event in Saint-Barthélemy.

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Renting a villa in Saint-Barth: 5 questions to ask before you book
Practical guides

Renting a villa in Saint-Barth: 5 questions to ask before you book

Timing, neighbourhoods, true budget, contract clauses and concierge: the 5 essential questions to settle before renting a villa in Saint-Barthélemy.

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Pointe Milou: where Saint-Barth's most iconic sunsets unfold above the Atlantic
Destinations & Neighborhoods

Pointe Milou: where Saint-Barth's most iconic sunsets unfold above the Atlantic

Pointe Milou, Saint-Barth's northeast headland, is celebrated for sunsets watched from cliff-side villas. A complete neighborhood guide.

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Private chef in St. Barts: everything you need to know before booking
Services & Concierge

Private chef in St. Barts: everything you need to know before booking

How a private chef service works in a St. Barts villa, what it costs and how to book: the practical guide to planning your gastronomic stay.

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Gustavia: an insider's guide to Saint-Barthélemy's capital
Destinations & Neighborhoods

Gustavia: an insider's guide to Saint-Barthélemy's capital

Gustavia, capital of Saint-Barthélemy: Swedish history, super-yacht harbor, duty-free shopping and a walkable nightlife. An insider's guide.

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Christmas in St Barths: why you need to book your villa 6 to 12 months ahead
Season & Events

Christmas in St Barths: why you need to book your villa 6 to 12 months ahead

The most sought-after Christmas villas in St Barths go fast. Booking timeline, rates and key conditions to know before you sign.

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Thanksgiving in St Barth 2026: Luxury Villa Rentals and Planning
Season & Events

Thanksgiving in St Barth 2026: Luxury Villa Rentals and Planning

Plan your Thanksgiving vacation in Saint-Barthélemy in 2026. Discover our available luxury villas and our tips for early booking.

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St Barth Gourmet Festival 2026: The Culinary Event and Luxury Villa Guide
Season & Events

St Barth Gourmet Festival 2026: The Culinary Event and Luxury Villa Guide

Prepare your stay for the St Barth Gourmet Festival 2026. Discover the guest chefs, partner restaurants, and our tips to rent the perfect luxury villa.

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Bucket Regatta 2027: Dates, Courses and How to Book a Villa
Season & Events

Bucket Regatta 2027: Dates, Courses and How to Book a Villa

Discover the official dates for the 2027 Bucket Regatta and our tips for renting the perfect villa to enjoy this exceptional maritime spectacle.

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St. Barths high season 2026-2027: a complete guide
Season & Events

St. Barths high season 2026-2027: a complete guide

From Thanksgiving to the Bucket Regatta, St. Barths high season follows a precise calendar. Dates, weather, taxes and booking advice for 2026-2027.

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Luxury villa rental in St Barth in 2026: calendar, rates and how to book
Season & Events

Luxury villa rental in St Barth in 2026: calendar, rates and how to book

2026 calendar, seasonal pricing, accommodation tax, dock duty and booking steps: everything to know before renting a luxury villa in St Barth.

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