St.Barths

To Stay 

Hotel Christopher $$$

My go to.  A bit less expensive due to no beach access - which you just don’t need since you will be beach hopping around the island all day to see the 22 gorgeous options.  Hands down best sunset spot on the island - go for drinks even if you stay elsewhere!

Le Sereno $$$$

Chic, intimate resort where the entire staff is Italian (they go back and forth from their Lake Como property) - need I say more?  Dinner here is a must.

Cheval Blanc $$$$

Stunning interiors set on one of the top beaches on the island (Flamands)

Eden Roc $$$$

Where it all began.  If you want to be in the heart of the action with a price tag to match

Hotel Manapany $$$

Boho beach at its best, eco friendly barefoot luxury 

Salines Garden $$

Most affordable spot on the island, next to one of the world’s best beaches

Villa Rental

Ideal for longer stays with groups (Cocoran St Barth, linked is my favorite company with a great price range)

To Eat

Sand Bar at Eden Rock 

Le Tamarin *dinner, sexy jungle vibes, must go

L’Isola *upscale Italian in town

L’Isoletta *pizza & wine in a laid back setting / 20 euro pre fix lunch!

Bonito *dinner, personal fav

Nikki Beach *best for Sunday Brunch, make a reservation for the 2nd seating with your concierge in advance.  Go to order: Sexy Salad + Beef Tartare + ALL OF THE ROSE. be prepared for a SCENE.

Al Mare *Le Sereno restaurant, romantic dinner

Shellona *dreamy,  lunch, cocktails + sunset happy hour, post up for hours and jump in the water from your table. Go to order: Dip Trio + all the grilled fish and veggies

JoJo Burger *best after boozy beach days when you can't imagine getting dressed up for dinner

Le Petite Colombe *pastries + coffee

Choisy Boulangerie *pastries + coffee, rotate every morning with Colombe

To Do

Beach Hop *A rental car is a must.  You will only see Mini Cooper convertibles, Defender 90s, Moke’s and Fiat convertibles on the island.  It’s perfection.  Nothing is further than 15 min and my beach hit list includes: Saline, Gouverneur, Flamands, Shell Beach, Colombier (hike included, I did it in flop flops but do not recommend!).

Shop *St. Jean + Gustavia 

Hike to Natural Pools in Grand Fonds *must do

Beach Picnics *the grocery options on the island are heavenly, pack wine, baguettes, cheese, meat, fruit and don’t miss a minute of that perfect St. Barths sun - Saline and Gouverneur are ideal for this!).