What's New on the Island of St. Barths?

The island of St. Barts has added new dining destinations and completed renovations on existing properties.

“We are excited to start the New Year with a host of new culinary options and renovated accommodations on the island,” shares Nils Dufau, president of the Tourism Bureau of St. Barts. “From updated ocean-view villa suites to a recently-opened French fusion restaurant, it's clear why many view St. Barts as a small slice of France in the tropics.”

Below is a review of new offerings in St. Barts:

Eden Rock Hotel Debuts New Health & Wellness Offerings

Eden Rock St Barths has announced a new wellness approach for the new year: a holistic oasis in paradise. Offering morning classes featuring Yoga/SUP Yoga and hiking, the property also invites guests for a nutrition consult following their preferred activity. Additionally, the spa program has launched new in-room self-application spa kits in collaboration with local spa/wellness brand, Ligne St. Barths. For more information, please visit www.edenrockhotel.com/eng.

Hotel Le Toiny Unveiled Complete Renovation

The luxurious Hôtel Le Toiny, a Relais & Chateaux resort on St. Barts' southeastern coast, re-opened on Nov. 1, 2015 after extensive renovations to the property's 15 ocean-view villa suites and public spaces. Also new will be the Toiny Beach Club, which is open to the public and accessible via private beach path or the hotel shuttle. For more information, please visit www.letoiny.com.

Le Guanahani Completes Four-Year Renovation

After undergoing a four-year $40 million renovation, Hotel Le Guanahani is the only full-service boutique hotel in St. Barts. With a total of 67 rooms, 27 of which are suites, Hotel Le Guanahani is the largest resort on the island and offers guests access to two pristine white-sand beaches. For more information, please visit www.leguanahani.com.

Cheval Blanc St-Barth Isle de France launches new Guerlain-inprised cocktails

Inspired by the property's relationship with French perfume house Guerlain, Cheval Blanc St. Barth Isle de France is launching a new selection of cocktails available at the hotel's White Bar and the La Case de l'Isle and La Cabana de l'Isle restaurants. A guest favorite is inspired by a men's perfume called Arsene Lupin Voyou, which includes blends of bergamot, coriander and lemon, and is served in a brandy snifter. For more information, please visit www.stbarthisledefrance.chevalblanc.com/en.

Orega Offers Japanese and French Fusion Cuisine

A welcome addition to the St. Barts fine dining scene, Orega is a Japanese fusion restaurant located in Gustavia. Combining authentic and quality ingredients, Orega creates a fusion dining experience with Japanese and French cuisine and offers both classic and unique dishes. For more information, please visit www.oregarestaurant.com.

About St. Barth

St. Barth is one of the Caribbean's most varied and upscale islands that features a collection of world class villas, hotels, spas, fine dining and a wide choice of leisure activities including nautical sports and full calendar of cultural events. At eight square miles, the island is adorned with beautiful inlets and bays of soft white sand that provides a breathtaking backdrop for families, couples and adventure seekers. For more information, visit www.saintbarth-tourisme.com/en, or follow St. Barth on Twitter and Facebook.