GUSTAVIA, ST. BARTS, French West Indies 
Our last port of call on our incredible trip was at the tiny Caribbean island of St. Barts (named by Christopher Columbus after his brother Bartolomeo when he discovered it in 1493). It is only about 8 square miles, but they’re some of the most luxurious 8
square miles in the world boasting a “U” shaped protected harbor, and steep hills and valleys opening to the sea. We drove around the island, taking in the spectacular views and enjoying the villas with their red clay tile roofs nestled in the hills and the many picturesque cemeteries filled with colorful flowers.
St. Barts is a chic, civilized an
d little known part of France, and is a perfect playground for deep sea fishermen and yachters. They have annual yacht races with St. Maartens, only 14 mil
es away, and this event attracts international participants. It was originally a trade and supply center where pirates could repair their ships and dispose of their loot.
Our last port of call on our incredible trip was at the tiny Caribbean island of St. Barts (named by Christopher Columbus after his brother Bartolomeo when he discovered it in 1493). It is only about 8 square miles, but they’re some of the most luxurious 8
square miles in the world boasting a “U” shaped protected harbor, and steep hills and valleys opening to the sea. We drove around the island, taking in the spectacular views and enjoying the villas with their red clay tile roofs nestled in the hills and the many picturesque cemeteries filled with colorful flowers.St. Barts is a chic, civilized an
d little known part of France, and is a perfect playground for deep sea fishermen and yachters. They have annual yacht races with St. Maartens, only 14 mil
es away, and this event attracts international participants. It was originally a trade and supply center where pirates could repair their ships and dispose of their loot.Our final afternoon ashore was spent relaxing at Shell Beach and being 
entertained by an energetic Jack Russell terrier who splashed about in the 
waves retrieving a stick or her ball. She even accompanied her master when he went snorkeling!! What a perfect way to end a fantastic trip!
entertained by an energetic Jack Russell terrier who splashed about in the 
waves retrieving a stick or her ball. She even accompanied her master when he went snorkeling!! What a perfect way to end a fantastic trip!And now the “fun” of trying to fit all our treasures into our suitcases begins…
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