Introduction

 

         Glamorous San Bartolome, better known as Saint Barth or Saint Barts, exudes a seductive blend of European sophistication, natural beauty, and laid-back island charm. The white sand beaches are the main feature. Bays or stretch along picturesque coastal towns and seduce tourists with crystal clear waters and coral reefs. You will not find any high-rise resorts in this Caribbean beauty. Instead, boutique hotels and private villas look behind veils of tropical foliage, making this sun-drenched island a natural magnet for movie stars and mogul slopes. Although Saint Bartholomew was rented to Sweden for 93 years in 1785, he is mostly French. Some Swedish legacies persist, including the red-capped capital, Gustavia, a popular cruise port named after a Swedish king. Chic shops and galleries line the streets of Gustavia, and the city's gourmet restaurants offer continental delights. Popular activities on St Barts include kite surfing, kayaking, fishing, surfing, and sailing. You can snorkel and the shipwrecks and the fish dive full of fish. Reefs, many of which are protected in a marine reserve. The island also has a full calendar of festivities celebrating everything from sporting events to movies to music. Saint Barthelemy is based upon high end tourism and duty-free luxury commerce serving visitors from many countries. A lot of people visit the country because of it beautiful surroundings which makes the island become a travel hot spot. The people of the of island also have festivals celebrated to exhibit their culture and traditions. Some of the most popular festivals are St Barth Gourmet Festival, Festival de musique Classique de Saint-Barthelemy, Saint-B’art Livre and Jazz.