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Anse du Gouverneur

St. Barthelemy
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Type: Beaches
Activities: Sunbathing, Swimming
Description: You won't find crowds at this beautiful beach, but you won't find shade either, so bring an umbrella.
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Upstate NY
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45 reviews 45 reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
152 helpful votes 152 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

Drove here one day and spent a relaxing day with beach chairs by our Hotel Christopher. Came back a couple days later by sailboat with St. Bart Sailor. Great trip and a Great Beach. Bring water etc with you.

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bay village, OH
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27 reviews 27 reviews
7 attraction reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2013

A winding road down a mountain brings you to this spectacular, uncrowded crescent of beach where the color of the water looks photoshopped and the sand feels like velvet on your feet. There is a small area of shade under the trees, and a rocky peninsula for snorkeling (but be careful of currents).

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New York, New York, United States
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8 reviews 8 reviews
3 attraction reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 April 2013

This was without a doubt our favorited beach on the island. The water is just amazing and you just float and can see all the way to the bottom. Beautiful azure blue. Nice parking lot and amazing views from the top of the hill.

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cleveland
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25 reviews 25 reviews
5 attraction reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 March 2013

The surf was extremely rough the day we were here. There is a steep drop off close to shore which, in my mind, makes it only suitable for strong and confident swimmers. A bit of shade which seems to be dominated by locals.

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New York City, New York
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121 helpful votes 121 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 March 2013

Very scenic drive down road from the heights of St Bart's where the restaurant Santa Fe, looking out at the see from amongst the greenery. Good parking, good waves but bring your own chairs and snacks as no restaurant

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New York City, New York
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3 reviews 3 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 March 2013

great beach good snorkelling. not much shade, take an umbella. some nudity,be advised if yu are taking children. no services take you picnic luch and drinking wter

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Brooklyn, New York
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37 attraction reviews
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40 helpful votes 40 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 February 2013 via mobile

One of the most beautiful beaches I have ever seen. Calm & breathtaking. Not too crowded. Limited parking & shade.

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falmouth ma
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 February 2013

One of the two undevloped beaches. Soem people but plenty of room. Limited parking you may want to allow extra time to access a space

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Columbus, Ohio
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17 reviews 17 reviews
4 attraction reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 February 2013

This was the most beautiful beach on the island. Nice sandy floor in the ocean and lovely area to sunbathe.

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Oxford, Maryland
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 February 2013

This is by far one of the prettiest beaches on the island. Access is very easy and the surf is quite manageable.One warning however,be prepared for nude bathers..99.9% of the population looks better clothed!

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