What's on in St Barths in 2007
25 October 2006
Cutting edge cinema, edgy music, melodious scores, the latest fashion – staying in a Wimco Villa isn’t the only reason to visit St Barths next year.
The St Barths Music Festival 26 January 2007, will be flooded with the sound of music. Artists will be congregating from all over the world (Italy, New Orleans, Jamaica & London) to showcase their musical talents.
Music lovers can stay at Villa VUE (SIB VUE) an elegant three bedroom villa with one of the best sound systems on the island, situated on Colombier hillside and has panoramic views over Gustavia Harbour. The villa’s spacious living area overlooks the infinity pool which appears to merge with the waters of the Caribbean. The third master suite is set in a separate cottage for maximum privacy. Available from £12,209 per week including daily maid service and seven nights’ accommodation only.
Lent begins on 20 February 2007 with the St Barths Carnival parade. Bright and colourful costume revellers line the streets and dancing and celebrations carry on into the early hours of Ash Wednesday. On Mecredi des Cendres, the final day of the celebrations, the costumes change to black and white and the spirit of the French Caribbean Carnival changes when ‘Vaval’ (an effigy representing the spirit of Carnival) is taken to the coast to be burned, thus banishing him for another year.
The three bedroom Villa BAR (SIB BAR) is set in beautiful grounds on a private hillside location with stunning views over Grand Cul De Sac. A good choice for families, the property is spacious, has a large infinity pool overlooking the ocean, a loft area above the living room which is ideal for reading or relaxing after a day at carnival and a state of the art kitchen for pancake making. Available from £4,910 per week including seven nights’ accommodation only and daily maid service. One and two bedroom rates may also available upon request.
The 12th Annual Caribbean Film Festival takes place from 26 - 29 April 2007 and the cream of the Caribbean film industry flock to the island for a week of screenings.
Villa AOM (SIB AOM) is a new four bedroom villa in the private gated community of Mont Jean with spectacular views over Tortue Island and Marigot Bay from each and every room. The stunning interiors are finished with artwork by various local artists and the state of the art media room has a home cinema with surround sound. A great choice for celebrities looking for maximum intimacy and a space for private screenings. Available from £10,616 per week (20% off peak season pricing) including daily maid service and seven nights’ accommodation only.
Mode St Barths fashion week 17 June 2007 brings glamour and fashion to the Caribbean. The perfect place to relax between shows is Villa CEL (SIB CEL). Celebrities and other globe trotters in town for the fashion shows will enjoy this four bedroom villa’s modern elegance and charm. There are spectacular ocean views over the deserted island of Bonhomme. A full size billiard table doubles up as an inside dining table. The outside terrace area has a huge dining area that seats 8-10 people. This villa offers the ultimate in comfort, contemporary, stylish elegance, privacy and peacefulness. Prices start from £4,459 per week including daily maid service. A three bedroom rate may be available upon request.
Festival of St Barthélemy on 24 August 2007 sees the island descend into true Caribbean revelry with regattas, fireworks and a Ball.
Villa BOT (SIB BOT) is a modern three bedroom villa with superb ocean views from its hillside location above Gande Cul de Sac, a perfect choice for guests who want to watch the regattas. Available from £3,503 per week (34% off peak season pricing). One and two bedroom rates may be available upon request.
For further information and reservations contact Wimco Villas, visit wimco.co.uk
