Why not spend the Christmas holiday in St. Barts, a tropical paradise in the Caribbean, to spice up your holiday?

St. Barts festivals have bright lights, beautiful weather, charming beaches and more. But first, it's the season of enjoyment, so start with Christmas at the annual St Barts Market (known as Village de Noël). From December 8th to 19th, dozens of craftsmen will line up at Gustavia Marina to sell jewelry, sweets, local products and various gifts to complete your holiday shopping. Musicians entertained in the evening, adding a pleasant experience for the whole family to celebrate Christmas in St. Barth.

After all, the Christmas celebrations are over, and as the countdown to 2022 begins, you won’t want to miss the most exciting New Year’s Eve celebrations in the Caribbean. St. Barts celebrated with music and parties on the island. The activity started with the New Year’s Eve regatta around St. Barts, where the most beautiful sailboats on the island participated in "just for fun" activities with local rowers. Find a favorite place to sip champagne and enjoy the sailing regatta with the crowd on the island.

Start your evening with five-star cuisine at any of the restaurants in St. Barts, and watch for concerts by world-renowned artists. Or head to Le Ti St. Barth, famous for its exotic singing and dancing atmosphere and costumes.

Of course, the real big show starts with the bell of the New Year. At midnight, brilliant fireworks lit up the sky, and luxury yachts blew the fog horn. The dance and celebrations lasted until the early hours of the morning, full of dazzling vitality and enthusiasm.

Although St. Bart’s Christmas is clearly a highlight on the annual entertainment calendar, the island’s famous attractions can be visited throughout the year. It can be visited at any time of the year for an extraordinary experience. Here are some of the main reasons to visit St. Barts:

Of course, the beach is one of the popular attractions in St. Barts, so choose your favorite weather-sunbathing, surfing, snorkeling, scuba diving or paddle surfing. Head to Shell Beach to admire the abundance of beautiful shells, or relax in the secluded Grande Saline, the beach of choice for low-key naked sunbathers.

Divers will want to go to the leeward side of St. Barth and explore the pristine marine reserve with coral reefs, rock walls and canyons.

The best snorkeling spot is Colombier Beach, which is a real reward for reaching this hidden gem after a 30-minute hike.

St. Barts’ retail therapy provides you with the perfect retreat away from the sun and surf. Browse the designer shops along the Quai de la Republique in the port of Gustavia, the boutiques in the Carré d'Or square and more high-end fashion shops in the center of Coeur Vendôme-all within easy reach. 

Recover your exhausted self from shopping at one of the luxury spas on the island, such as the famous Barrière Le Carl Gustaf Spa Diane Barrière, or the seaside Sisley Spa at Hotel Christopher.

Head to the waterfront to enjoy classic French/Creole or traditional French cuisine. Choose from Orega’s creative French-Japanese menu, or enjoy a more casual lunch at the legendary beach club with spectacular ocean views. For the most authentic experience, head to Eddy's Ghetto Caribbean cuisine in a tropical garden setting.  

St. Barth is famous for its exciting nightlife, so don't be shy. Look at many clubs and don’t be surprised to see dancing on the table. If you want something cooler, you can head to the Baz Bar for cocktails and soft live music. 

During the holiday season or any season related to this, the best way to enjoy everything that St. Barts has to offer is to stay in a luxury villa rental. Don't wait to get the best St Barts vacation rentals to ensure a true holiday holiday in this stylish Caribbean resort!

For an incredible holiday experience, whether during the holiday season or any other time of the year, be sure to add St. Bart’s Christmas to your must-see holiday wish list.