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St. Bart's Port Guide


This unique island in the French West Indies has only 8000 residents, no casinos or mega resorts, no golf or all-inclusives. What St. Barts’ does have, in abundance, are beautiful beaches, breathtaking vistas and a fantastic array of wonderful restaurants. The climate is ideal, with temperatures generally ranging from 76 to 82 degrees Fahrenheit and the crystal blue waters have an average temperature of 75 degrees Fahrenheit making them perfect for swimming year round. The island was discovered by Christopher Columbus in 1493 and was allegedly named after his brother Bartoloméo.Although the island has certainly seen development since de Haenen landed on the grass "runway", it has retained its character and charm… more