Caribbean postcards After Saint Martin, a tranquil retreat on Tortola

Half French, half Dutch, Saint-Martin is altogether astonishing. Conversations unfold here in French, English, and Creole - Guadeloupean, Martinican, and Haitian. The island is a cosmopolitan melting pot where everyone seems to feel at home. Sunshine all year round, white sandy beaches and turquoise seas make this small piece of land floating in the Caribbean Sea irresistibly welcoming. You spend the first part of your trip there - a delightful introduction to Caribbean culture. Or at least, one of its variations. A short hop by plane is all it takes to reachthe British Virgin Islands, a little further north. Settle in the northwest of Tortola, the largest island in the archipelago, which still offers true tranquillity once you leave the capital, Road Town. Here, life unfolds at a new tempo, even more indolent, as nature gently sets the rhythm. Wake up with the sunrise, head to the beach for a first swim, savour fresh fruit, and set out to explore Sage Mountain and its national park. Venture deep into the ancient forests, then return to the coastal path, leave behind your shoes and clothes, and dive once again into the crystal-clear waters of the Caribbean Sea. The next day, after a grilled lobster lunch, hop on a paddleboard to explore the mangroves and, perhaps later, set off on a cruise bathed in the golden light of sunset. A waking dream. 

Your selected retreats

In Saint-Martin - Your pied-à-terre has only a few rooms, preserving each guest’s privacy. Yours is a deluxe suite with its own kitchen and a breathtaking view of the sea. Vivid colours, Guyanese redwood, fine materials and gleaming polished concrete make the interiors remarkable, all the more so since every piece of furniture has been crafted on site. From the terrace, you look out over the bay. All that's left to do is slip into the hammock or the teak armchairs to admire the panorama. Later, a kayak or boat will take you to Pinel Island.
In Tortola  - You will be staying between the beach and the hills, in an elegant hotel with bright, comfortable rooms. Pilates, yoga, tennis, swimming pool, massages, outdoor cinema, feet-in-the-sand restaurant. There are numerous facilities and activities on offer, and the team is exceptionally attentive. All of this facing one of the most beautiful beaches on the island. 

Your trip

No need to set sail to reach the Virgin Islands - this trip illustrates this perfectly. Departure from Saint Martin - which can be reached via a direct flight - you can easily fly to Tortola via Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport. From there, you are less than one hour's drive from the hotel, even though it is on the other side of the island. On Saint Martin, you have a rental car at your disposal, allowing you to explore at your leisure, as this island with its rich history and vibrant, mixed culture truly deserves to be discovered. With this in mind, we have added a half-day with a private guide to your agenda who will be delighted to show you their island at its best and share its history with you. In Tortola, you have an appointment with another true local expert who will reveal the secrets of the mangrove, a precious ecosystem that you will explore by paddleboard for the occasion. For the rest of the trip, you will be free to improvise according to your mood, as boredom is never a threat in paradise.