Caribbean Moment: A Stairway to Serenity in St Barth

By: - November 11th, 2023
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The stairway to the sea at Les Ilets de la Plage.

It’s tucked away on the other side of the airport, a beach-clad jewel hidden among the palm trees.

This is Lets Ilets de la Plage, and it remains one of the best-kept secrets on an island that is the Caribbean capital of luxury and glamour.

And while we love the bungalows and the hillside villas and the warm service, it’s the setting on a perfect corner of St Jean beach that really stands out.

So take a moment from your day and walk down the stairs to the sea at Les Ilets.

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