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St Barthélemy / Special Interests / Cruise Ship

By Sara Macefield

St Barts tends to attract smaller, more upmarket cruise ships that reflect the Gallic island’s chi chi image, rather than the large mass-market vessels that ply Caribbean waters. One of the larger – and upmarket – lines that serves the island is Crystal Cruises.

Ships we recommend are owned by the following companies:

Compagnie du Ponant - Gallic luxury and continental charm are the hallmarks of this upscale line’s fleet of five ships, including a three-masted yacht and three mega-yachts, which offer bilingual sailings in sumptuous surrounds.

Regent Seven Seas Cruises - Its three ships exude spacious elegance and plush surroundings along with first-rate service and outstanding cuisine.

Seabourn - An upmarket cruise line that prides itself on the high levels of intuitive and attentive service and an intimate ambience that is more reminiscent of a private club.

SeaDream Yacht Club - Its two mega-yachts are full of sophistication and style more reminiscent of an upmarket boutique hotel, with an emphasis on luxury, privacy and intimacy.

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Looking for inspiration?

  1. Head to St Jean beach where the hip, beautiful people go to see and be seen
  2. Indulge yourself in some designer retail therapy
  3. Sample the delights of fine French wines and dining
  4. Get pampered at one of the many island spas
  5. Experience a night of cinema under the stars during the annual St Barth Film Festival

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