Port of Gustavia, Saint Barthélemy Shuttles

As the capital of the rich haven island of Saint Barthélemy, the Port of Gustavia is one that blends South Bahamian culture with a lavish French-Swedish lifestyle for the luxurious at heart. Though there is no formal terminal for cruise ships, most boats anchor in the bay just west of the Gustavia Industrial Zone, where guests can easily walk about through the town’s few blocks of restaurants, old forts a quiet beaches along the Bay of St Jean. Public transportation is scarce, though transfers do make things easier, whether it be through the relaxed room of spacious vans and chartered buses great for group trips, or a handy meet-and-greet service that would include either a local personal driver for casual tips on where to eat, or a fast taxi who knows the back way toward the most popular landmarks.

Look forward to all that surrounds the immediate area by first walking close to the cruise port, grabbing breakfast from one of many popular waterfront restaurants, whether it be the festive French cuisine at La Guérite, or the casual cafe ambiance of Le Select. Walk it off by going on a hike across Fort Karl, a hidden hotspot overlooking the central harbor and beloved for its rewarding views after a steep uphill climb. A great place to watch the sunset is Gustavia Lighthouse, a historic landmark on the way back to where smaller boats carry guests back to the cruise ship, while an array of hidden shores are sprinkled across the island for more daring explorers. Popular shorelines not too far from town include Shell Beach, especially beloved for its millions of shells that wash ashore, while the white-sand waters of Saint-Jean are a common tourist haven known for especially turquoise waters.