New Year’s in St. Barths

Every December, St. Barths transforms into the epicenter of the global superyacht scene. By New Year’s Eve, Gustavia’s Harbour and the surrounding bays are packed with some of the world’s most beautiful superyachts, ready to ring in the new year in style.

The island’s appeal lies in its mix of exclusivity and energy. St. Barths offers Michelin-level dining, designer shopping, and a nightlife scene that comes alive during the holidays. It’s not just superyachts that flock to its shores — A-list celebrities and ultra-high-net-worth guests arrive en masse, looking to see and be seen, and making the island a hot ticket every year. 

For yacht owners and charter guests, the logistics make sense. Sheltered anchorages and an infrastructure familiar with yachting’s needs are the perfect combination for a good time. For captains and crew, the period often means long days and added pressure, but it can be a once-in-a-lifetime iconic yachting moment to be there for the Gustavia countdown.

The New Year period coincides with peak Caribbean season, when yachts are perfectly positioned for island hopping. Ending — or beginning — the year in St. Barths has become a tradition — if you can find space on the docks.

AIS puts several large yachts in the area, including I Dynasty, Artemis, Bad Romance, Te Manu, Jamaica Bay, and more.

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