Practical
informations
THE
ISLAND
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St Barths is a french
Island and is subject to the French immigration. At your arrival,
you will need a passport or identity card and visa depending of
your countrie of origin. |
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The climate in St. Barth is tropical
and dry. The temperature is nearly constant at 28°C in winter,
30° in summer. The sea is at 26°C in winter and 30°C
in summer. Light, cotton clothing is the best choice. Bathing suits are restricted to the beaches, for women, the pareo is king. |
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With respect to metropolitan France,
it is 6 hours earlier in St. Barth in summer, 5 in winter. With
the United States, St. Barth is at the same time as New York in
summer, one hour later in winter. |
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We are in France here, so the official
language is French. English is however, understood practically everywhere. |
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The legal currency is the Euro.
Dollars however, are accepted everywhere. The exchange rate is subject
to fluctuation, so it's a good idea to check it before you leave.
(1 € =+-1 $). Five banks and several ATM's are at your disposal
on the island. |
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Voltage in St
Barths is 220 V - 60 Hz.
Most of the hotels and villas are equipped with 220
- 110v transformers |
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Catholic Churches Gustavia Church
05.90.27.60.34: every other Saturday and every other Sunday. Lorient
Church: 05.90.27.95.38: alternates with Gustavia . Anglican Church: Service on Sunday: 9 to 10 am |
