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St Martin to St Barts Ferry

Looking to book a ferry from St Martin to St Barts ? Experience the ultimate travel solution between St. Martin and St. Barts with The Voyager, the leading high-speed St Barts ferry option. As an upscale hydrofoil spanning 92 feet, The Voyager seamlessly connects travelers from Marigot, St. Martin to the charming port town of Gustavia, St. Barts.

What sets The Voyager apart is its cutting-edge hydrofoil technology, ensuring a remarkably smooth and comfortable ride. Say goodbye to the usual travel discomforts and enjoy a hassle-free journey between St. Martin and St. Barts. Whether you're planning a day trip or a longer vacation, The Voyager provides a safe and convenient travel connection to St. Barts.

In addition to being the primary transfer option to St. Barts, The Voyager is particularly ideal for travelers arriving in St. Martin during the late afternoon. As flights to St. Barts are halted at dusk, The Voyager becomes the best choice for reaching your destination.

Opting for The Voyager offers numerous advantages over flying to St. Barts. Our convenient schedules and increased baggage allowances, allowing up to 30kg per passenger, bypass the limitations imposed by St. Barts commuter airlines, which restrict baggage to 17kg per person.

When you travel with The Voyager, you can enjoy a range of amenities designed to enhance your journey. Stay connected with our onboard Wi-Fi, savor refreshing drinks from our bar service, and relax in the comfort of our air-conditioned cabin. We offer smart and business class tickets, catering to your travel preferences. Additionally, airport transfers can be easily arranged to ensure a seamless and stress-free travel experience.

Discover the unparalleled convenience and comfort of The Voyager, your premier high-speed ferry service, offering an exceptional alternative to flying to St. Barts.

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- Free baggage allowance: 3 bags per person - One complimentary refreshment - WiFi included - Priority check-in

Business Class

- Free baggage allowance: 4 bags per person - Free Refreshements - High Speed Wifi for free - Priority Check-in & Disembarking - Private panoramic cabin with 8 reclining chairs

Airport Shuttle Service Option

We are delighted to offer shared transfers using our air-conditioned shuttle buses, ensuring seamless connectivity between the airport and the port. This convenient option allows you to effortlessly transition from your plane to our ferry, further enhancing your travel experience.

Our shuttle bus service can be booked at an additional rate, providing you with the utmost convenience and peace of mind. Traveling between the airport and the port has never been easier, as our comfortable buses are specifically designed to accommodate your needs.

Say goodbye to the hassle of arranging separate transportation and enjoy a smooth and efficient journey from the moment you arrive at the airport to the time you board our ferry. Our dedicated shuttle buses are equipped with modern amenities, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable ride for all passengers.

To take advantage of this convenient service, simply book your shuttle bus transfer along with your ferry reservation. 

Please note that this ticket option offers one way and roundtrip transfers originating in Marigot, St Martin. For travel originating in Gustavia, St Barts, please visit  

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Special Instructions

Tickets for children less than 2 years old are free but all travelers must be registered with a purchased ticket.  Passports and applicable Visas are required. US, Canadian and EU passports do not require visas. It is the traveler’s responsibility to check that they have the necessary documentation required for their trip. Please check with the French Embassy or Consulate.

Arrival Instructions / What to Bring: - Registration (check-in) is mandatory and generally begins one hour before departure. Unless otherwise specified, the passenger must have completed the check-in procedure and be ready to board at least 20 minutes before departure. If this deadline has not been respected, reservations will no longer have priority and passengers may no longer be accepted on board and their seats sold. - For your return trip from St Barts to St Martin, please arrive 30 minutes prior to your scheduled departure. - The guests who booked the shuttle the agents will be waiting at the airport arrival with a “Voyager ferry St Barth” sign, in order to get your shuttle service to Marigot port - If the flight is delayed or your date of departure is changed, please call or WhatsApp the vendor noted in the booking confirmation and they will do their best to reschedule your booking. -There is limited public parking near the Marigot terminal on St Martin

Additional Notes: maximum number of people per booking is 9

Child Restriction Children Welcome

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Cancellation Policy Cancellation policy: All confirmed bookings are non-refundable. Change requests: Reservation changes after a service/activity is confirmed is subject to a $35 change fee.

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Ferry Schedules St Barts

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If flying into St Barth’s is not your thing, St Barts can be reached by sea via ferry service or charter boat. Listed below are St Barts ferry service companies and their schedules. There are multiple daily trips between St Maartin and St Barts so check each providers timetable to provide the most convenient departure. Return to St Barth’s Transportation

Great Bay Express Ferry Service

Departures From St Martin (Phillipsburg) Great Bay Express

Departures From St Barts, Gustavia Harbour Great Bay Express

Voyager High Speed Ferry

Voyager operates three boats Voyager 1, Voyager 2, and Voyager 3. The Voyager ferries have transported over one-million passengers since 1995, offering several daily trips between St Martin and St Barts.

Reservations should be made ahead of time, and for high season travel as soon as possible.

Web Booking : Voyager Ferry Reservations You can also make reservations by phone: Tel: 590 87 10 68 From USA: 011 590 590 87 10 68 Email: Voyager Ferry

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Voyager 1er Ferry  St. Martin & St. Barth

Established in 1994, Compagnie Voyager has adapted and developed over the years to meet the wishes of tourists, but also to the needs of the residents of the islands of St Barthelemy and St Martin. Very involved since its beginnings in local associative life, the company Voyager gradually distinguished itself with its values and its ethics, deciding to promote the local economy of the island of Saint Barthelemy, while engaging in environmentally friendly behavior by a series of specific actions:e série d’actions spécifiques :

From France : 0590.87.10.68

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From USA : 011.590.590.87.10.68

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Located on the seafront in the city centre of Marigot, the Voyager office is only 15 minutes from Juliana Airport or Grand Case.

Opening times Every day except Sundays and public holidays. From 8 am to 12 pm and from 2 pm to 7 pm

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Flights and Ferry Services

The experience.

St. Barth’s oh-so-short runway has achieved a certain notoriety over the years but that’s part of the fun. Close your eyes for the landing if you’re a scaredy cat but if you at least take a peek we promise it will be a collectible travel experience; exciting, fun  - and very safe. The 19-seater STOL (short takeoff and landing) Twin Otter is the largest plane that lands here and is one of the reasons this beautiful island remains unspoiled. You’ll never see a 747 bringing in the crowds.

You fly in over those gorgeous turquoise waters and then over that well-documented hill. You have arrived.  Say  Bonjour  to the folks on St. Jean Beach as you step off the plane.

International Air

From the USA, the gateways to St. Barth are via St. Maarten (airport code: SXM) and San Juan (SJU).  A connection can also be made from St. Thomas (STT).  American Airlines (Now merged with the former US Airways), Delta, United, Spirit, Air Tran and Jet Blue fly to St. Maarten and San Juan. Air France flies from Paris to SXM and British Airways flies from the UK to Antigua (ANU) a few days a week. 

Flight Connections

Via san juan:.

Tradewind Aviation  offers a great way to connect to St Barth (SBH). Their daily scheduled service, connects directly from San Juan (SJU) in their luxurious fleet of Pilatus PC-12 aircraft, which flies to St Barth multiple times each day. Another options is to fly a private charter to St Barth from San Juan or the origin point of your choosing. Our concierge team is  more than pleased to make these arrangements for you. VIP Experience is available for purchase in San Juan for scheduled service clients, and includes an escort and baggage transfer from the commercial airline to your Tradewind flight. VIP Experience is offered complimentary to all private charter clients. Our Concierge team can also arrange this VIP service for all confirmed St Barth Properties clients.

Via St. Maarten:

Many people connect to St. Barth (SBH) through St. Maarten (SXM).

Winair is the major inter-island carrier. The 12-15 minute flights run all day. Allow 1½ to 2 hours to make the connection to St. Barth.  On the return, be sure to allow at least 2 hours (3 hours in high season) in St. Maarten in order to make your connection home. 

St. Barth Commuter offers several scheduled flights to/from St. Martin's Princess Juliana Airport (SXM) on the Dutch side and a few others to/from the French side L’Espérance Airport (SFG). The majority of their flights are private charter. For private charter arrangements contact our concierge desk at 401-236-5840.

Helicopter Transfers:  Private helicopter charter can be arranged from St. Maarten (SXM) to St. Barth (SBH). The helicopter holds 5 passengers and 1 pilot.  Our Concierge team can arrange this service for all confirmed St. Barth Properties clients.

Note: St. Barth Airport closes at dusk

Ferry Connections

The Voyager is a daily ferry service (75-90 minutes from Marigot and 30 Minutes from Oyster Pond).  Schedules are subject to change. Website and phone number: (dialing from the U.S.) Voyager, Marigot Bay/Oyster Pond 011 590 590 87 10 68 (St. Maarten) 

The  Great Bay Express  is a faster ferry that travels from Bobby’s Marina in Dutch St. Maarten to Gustavia in St. Barth. Crossing time is approximately 40 minutes.

PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT THE SEAS BETWEEN ST. MAARTEN AND ST. BARTH, ALTHOUGH ONLY ABOUT 15 MILES, IS OPEN OCEAN. IF YOU ARE PRONE TO MOTION SICKNESS, WE RECOMMEND YOU AVOID THIS MANNER OF ARRIVAL

Private boat transfers can also be arranged. Our Concierge team can arrange this service for all confirmed St. Barth Properties clients.

We at St. Barth Properties take care of our clients from the planning stage of their dream vacation, all the way through to their departure from St Barth. Leaving paradise is a sad occasion but we am sure that by that time, you will be addicted as we all are, and return again and again. We will happily repeat the process.

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HOW TO GET ST BARTS (PLANE AND BOAT)

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When you first touch down on the European-Caribbean island, with its deep blue waters and white sand beaches , it’s hard not to think of pirates. But there is more than just adventure in this small French territory; Saint Barthélemy also has a history as an international hub for trade.

From days of yore when sailors arrived on merchant ships or large schooners, to today when ferries and private mega yachts dock in Gustavia, or by way of the spectacular landing over the Col de la Tourmente onto the once grass-covered runway, the memories of that first sighting of the island are unforgettable. 

What airport do you fly into to get to St Barts?

Today, many visitors to Saint Barthélemy arrive at the tiny but modern Gustav III / Rémy de Haenen Airport (SBH), complete with creature comforts: air-conditioned waiting room, boutiques, and snack bar. The airport is barely a gate between the plane and St Barts’ private villas .

Landing onto the tiny St Barths airport strip is such an experience that there are plenty of great videos on Youtube to (re)live it. I have selected my favorite ones and sorted them out for you on the SaintBarth.com YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/c/Saintbarthcom  

HOW TO GET TO ST BARTS: IMMIGRATION

Most visitors to St Barts are either from the US, Canada, the European Union, the UK, or the Schengen Area. These people do not need any visa for a stay under 90 days, just a valid passport.

Citizens of some countries are required to have a visa to enter St Barths. 

While France is a member of the European Union and the Schengen Area, France’s overseas departments and territories, like St Barths, are not part of the Schengen area and apply their own visa policies.  

• Citizens of the European Union and Schengen Area (Monaco, Andorra, Norway, Iceland, San Marino, Liechtenstein, and Switzerland): No Visa. Must have valid passports.
• Citizens of the United States, Canada, and the UK must have a valid passport as well as a return ticket or proof of continuation of travel. The passport must be valid for more than 3 months from the date of entry to Saint Barth. No other visa or paperwork is necessary for a stay of less than or equal to 90 days.
• No visa either for citizens from Albania, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Australia, Bahamas, Barbados, Bolivia, Bosnia and Herzegovina (biometric passport), Brazil , Brunei, Canada, Chile, Costa Rica, Dominica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Hong Kong, Israel, Japan, Macau, Malaysia, Mauritius, Mexico, Moldova (biometric passport), Montenegro (biometric passport), New Zealand, Nicaragua, North Macedonia, Panama, Paraguay, St Kitts and Nevis, St Lucia, Serbia, Seychelles, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan (passport bearing identity card number), United States, Uruguay, Vatican City, Venezuela 
• Citizens of other countries must have a valid passport and a tourist visa provided by the French Embassy or Consulate closest to their home. Entry to St Barths is checked very, very thoroughly.

My tip: Tourists from these countries must make sure that the French Consulate delivers them not only a Schengen Visa but also the extension for either “Départements d’Outre-Mer” (i.e. French Overseas Territories) or D.F.A. (Départements Français d’Amérique – French territories in the Americas) specifically mentioning St Barths (and St Martin for the transit). I had a Columbian friend forced to leave St  Barths by the first plane because the French Consulate made a mistake and he did not have the  St Barths mention in his visa. Do not make that mistake! 

If you are bringing along a nanny or personal staff, make sure that you check whether they need a Schengen visa with the D.F.A. and Saint Barthélemy extensions. Otherwise, they will not be able to enter the island.

Do you need help figuring out whether you need a visa? Then use this official online tool made by the French government. In the “Main Destination” field, make sure to choose “Saint Barthélemy”.

HOW TO GET TO ST BARTS: BY PLANE

The runway at the airport in Saint Barthélemy may be small but it’s got a lot of personality. The 2,100-foot long airstrip (not to mention its location on an island) means that flights are limited mainly to smaller aircrafts such as propeller planes and helicopters.

Just 15 miles away, the neighboring island of Sint Maarten has an international airport – Princess Juliana (SXM) – from which it is easy to reach Saint Barth. Most international visitors will be transiting through SXM. If you are coming from Europe, especially France, you may be transiting through either Sint Maarten (SCM) or Guadeloupe (PTP, Pointe-À-Pitre ). Both airports have direct flights to Saint-Barthéemy. If you are coming from the US or Canada, another popular choice is using Tradewinds Aviation. The airline operates regular and charter flights from San Juan (SJU, Puerto Rico), St Croix, St Thomas, and Anguilla. 

Note that our neighbor island of Sint Maarten / Saint Martin has 2 airports flying out to St Barths:

• Juliana Airport (SXM) on the Dutch side of the island, where flights from the US land. This is the connecting airport for most people
• Grand Case Airport (SFG) on the French side of the island. You may need to use this airport if flights to SXM are full. Then, it will be a 30-minute taxi ride to SXM or direct flights to SBH with St Barth Commuter before dawn.

To save money or because your plane may arrive late in the afternoon, you may also want to catch the ferry from St Martin to St Barths (see below).

Top airline routes from Saint Barths (SBH):

This is the 2020 average number of flights per week. In the high season (e.g. December), rotations are much higher than in the low season (e.g. June). Most private charter flights are not included here.

• Sint Maarten Juliana (SXM): 228 flights/week
• San Juan, Puerto Rico (SJU): 72 flights/week
• Pointe-À-Pitre, Guadeloupe (PTP): 49 flights/week
• Saint Martin Grand Case (SFG): 29 flights/week
• Antigua (ANU): 19 flights/week
• St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands (STT): 1 flights/week

Local Airlines to and from St Barths

If you’re wondering what airlines will bring you to Saint Barths, then look no further. There are many companies that fly into the airport on this island paradise and I have compiled a list of some of them below for your viewing pleasure!

• Air Antilles Express https://www.airantilles.com/ (regular flights)
• St Barth Commuter www.stbarthcommuter.com (regular flights)
• Tradewind Aviation www.tradewindaviation.com (regular and charter flights)
• Windward Express Airways http://www.windwardexpress.com/ (charter flights)
• Winair www.fly-winair.com (regular flights)

International airlines that connect you to St Barts

Several airlines are at your disposal to come to St Barths. Passing through the neighboring islands, it is very easy to reach Saint Barts airport with local airlines.

ST BARTS FROM NORTH AMERICA, WITH FLIGHTS CONNECTING IN:

St maarten, princess juliana airport (sxm):.

American Airlines, Jet Blue, US Airways, Delta Airlines, Continental Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United Airlines, Sun Country Airlines, Air Canada, Air Transat

St Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands, Cyril E King Airport (STT):

Delta, American Airlines, Jet Blue, Airways, Spirit, United Airlines, US Airways, Sun Country, Continental

Pointe-à-Pitre, Guadeloupe, Caribbean Pole Airport of Raizet (PTP):

American Airlines, Delta Airlines, Air Canada, Air Transat

Florida, direct charter flights:

Tradewind Aviation

San Juan Airport, Puerto Rico, Luis Munos Marins Airport (SJU):

Delta, American Airlines, Jet Blue, Spirit, United Airlines, US Airways, Air Canada, Westjet, Air Transat

ST BARTS FROM EUROPE, WITH FLIGHTS CONNECTING IN:

Air France, Corsairfly, Caribbean Airlines, Jet Blue, KLM

St Martin, Grand Case Airport (SFG or CCE):

Air Caraïbes

Pointe-À-Pitre, Guadeloupe, Caribbean Pole Airport of Raizet (PTP):

Air France, Air Caraïbes, Corsairfly, KLM

Antigua, V.C. Airport Bird International (ANU):

British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, Caribbean Airlines (flights from London)

San Juan, Puerto Rico, Luis Munos Marins Airport (SJU):

Lufthansa, KLM, US Airways, Alitalia, British Airways, United Airlines, Air France, American Airlines, Air Berlin, Iberia, Delta, Condor, Finnair

ST BARTS FROM SOUTH AMERICA, WITH FLIGHTS CONNECTING IN:

St maarten, princess juliana airport (sxm) :.

Copa Airlines

San Juan, Puerto Rico, Luis Munos Marins Airport (SJU) :

United Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Spirit, Copa

Tip: How to search for flights to St Barth using Kayak or Google Flights or KIWI

Link check flights to st barts.

When you are searching for the best prices for your flights, you can outsmart Google Flights and Kayak.com by looking up these various combinations and connecting flights. Note that you always allow ample time to catch your connecting flight or ferry to St Barths.

Basic Search : Simply search on Google Flights or Kayak.com ou our online tool  flights to St Barts for a trip from your local airport to St Barts (Airport code: SBH) 

Book the last mile direct : Search on Google Flights or Kayak.com for a trip from your local airport to Sint Maarten (Airport code: SXM) then look up the price for a connecting f light directly on the websites of the airlines commuting between the islands (e.g. Winair and Saint Barth Commuter) 

Take the ferry from Sint Marteen : Search for a trip from your local airport to Sint Maarten (Airport code: SXM) then look up the price of the ferry from St Martin to St Barts (e.g. The Voyager) 

SJU instead of SXM : If you are flying from North America , you can also search for a trip from your local airport to San Juan (Airport code: SJU) then look up the price on the websites of the airlines commuting between the islands (e.g. Tradewind Aviation). A longer route could be through Guadeloupe if you have exhausted all options through Sint Maarten and San Juan.

PTP instead of SXM : If you are flying from Europe , you can also search for a trip from your local airport to Pointe-à-Pitre (Airport code: PTP) then look up the price on the websites of the airlines commuting between the islands  (e.g. Air Antilles). A longer route could be through San Juan if you have exhausted all options through Sint Maarten and Pointe-à-Pitre.

The ANU option: If you are flying from the UK , you can also search for a trip from your local airport to Antigua (Airport code: ANU) then look up the price on the websites of the airlines commuting between the islands (e.g. Air Antilles Express) 

HOW TO GO TO ST BARTHS: BY FERRY & BOAT 

Imagine arriving in Saint Barthélemy by ferry! From the French side of St Martin, Dutch Sint Maarten or Anguilla there are ferries as well charter companies that run regular connections to this beautiful island. For an even more luxurious experience be whisked away from the St Maarten airport or Grand Case on a private charter where you can travel comfortably across the turquoise waters and enjoy your stay with ease.

There are two ferry services to get to St Barts: 

Voyager http://www.voy12.com  (daily scheduled service)

Great Bay Expres s http://www.greatbayferry.com/   (daily scheduled service in high season)

My tip: I prefer the Voyager III boat, as it is more comfortable. When traveling from St Martin to St Barts, the sea currents are tougher than on the way back. I’ve never been sick, but I always take a pill again seasickness 20 minutes before leaving St Martin. I also sit either inside, in the middle of the boat, (more stable), or at the back outside for some fresh air. I never book “business class”: I got upgraded once as the ferry was empty, it is more comfortable, but also a small room for my taste.

Also, book online and in advance, as it will be cheaper. Finally, always stop by at the ferry booth the day before leaving, just to make sure that your ferry will be leaving at the expected time and sail to the expected part of St Martin. You’d be surprised, but things sometimes change without much notice. Also, always make sure that you are buying a ferry ticket to the right side in St Martin where you actually want to go 😉 

For those who prefer starting their vacations in a fabulous way, here’s how to get to Saint Barthélemy by speedboat: local companies will meet you when you arrive at Juliana Airport and whisk you aboard the boat for an incredible ride across turquoise waves.

Don’t forget to book a private transport from the airport to the ferry so they wait for you with a sign with your name at the airport exit on your arrival instead of having to negotiate rates or be offer a taxi on your exit to the airport.

Frequently asked questions about getting to St Barts:

How can i move to st barts.

St Barth is an island that features some of the most beautiful white sandy beaches in the Caribbean. The unpretentious, chic Island draws potential inhabitants from all over the world to experience its unparalleled security, privacy, and fine dining possibilities with a wide range of activities for every type of traveler. It’s no wonder people love it so much!

St Barts is an island of pure luxury, and anyone with a European Union passport can live and work here . US citizens without visas have up to 90 days on the Island before they must leave as tourists — but that doesn’t mean you need one in order for a visit! You can also buy property there: St Barts has n o restrictions against foreign buyers .

So, it easier for EU citizens to move to St Barths, but it does not prevent Americans from living on the island for long stretches. The US community is active, with a lot of people making friends on the island. As St Barts’ economy relies on tourism, non-EU citizens can also find work through hotels and villa agencie s, but they usually need to have qualifying skills.

The island has a sizeable population of Portuguese people, who have as construction workers and married into local St Barth families.

St Barth is a small island with its own unique set of rules and regulations. To become a resident here, you need to live on the island for over 6 months per year, for 5 years, before applying through the  Hôtel de la Collectivité  (local authorities) office. Once living in this quaint Caribbean community as an official citizen you will enjoy many tax benefits including not paying any income taxes!

The biggest problem with moving to St Barts is finding lodging to live in. Rents are extremely high, as apartment owners can easily arbitrage between tourists and residents. Private villas are often subdivided among tenants.

How long is the ferry from St Martin to St Barths?

From the Dutch side of St Martin, the ferry takes 45 minutes. From the French side, it is closer to one hour.

How do I get from San Juan to St Barts?

From the U.S., San Juan (Puerto Rico) is considered a domestic flight. US passengers bypass the hassle of immigration and customs and can connect straight to their flight. Tradewind Aviation offers direct flights (either scheduled flights or private charters) that go directly from San Juan to St Barts. It is a 1-hour flight. It is also possible to go from San Juan to St Barts by connecting through St Maarten airport, but the flight time increased to more than 2 hours.

Who does St Barth Commuter belong to?

St Barth Commuter offers scheduled and private charter flights to St Barts airport. St Barth Commuter was founded by Bruno Magras and Michel Martinon. They believed that the Caribbean island of St Barts deserved its own airline. They began operations in 1995 and have since transported more than half a million passengers from all over the world to this beautiful destination. St Barth Commuter has nonstop flights between St Maarten airport (Princess Juliana International Airport) and St Barts airport, between St-Martin Grand Case and St Barts airport, as well as between Guadeloupe and St Barts airport.

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Basil the Blessed

Our father among the saints Basil the Blessed was a Fool-for-Christ and Wonder-worker living in Moscow at the time of Tsar Ivan the Terrible . He is also known as Vasily , Vasily Blazhenny , Basil Fool-for-Christ , or Basil of Moscow . His feast day is celebrated on August 2 , the date of his repose.

Basil was born into a family of serfs in December 1468 in the village of Elokhovo, near Moscow, Russia. Elokhovo is now part of the city of Moscow. His father was named Jacob and his mother Anna. According to tradition, Basil was born on the portico of the Elokhovo church in honor of the Vladimir Icon of the Most Holy Theotokos .

Apprenticed to a shoemaker in Moscow, Basil soon showed that he was no ordinary man. When a merchant, who had brought grain to Moscow, ordered special boots that the merchant could not wait to be finished and would get when he returned in a year, Basil wept and said, "I wish you would cancel the order, since you will never wear them." When his perplexed master questioned him, Basil explained that the man would not wear the boots as he would soon die. After several days the prediction came true.

When he was sixteen, Basil adopted an eccentric lifestyle, that of the difficult exploit of foolishness for Christ. In the burning summer heat and the harsh winter's frost, Basil walked through the streets of Moscow barefoot. His actions were also strange. At one time he would upset a stand with kalachi, and at another he would spill a jug with kvas. The angry merchants beat him, but he endured the beatings with joy and he thanked God for them. Then, it was discovered that the kalachi were poorly cooked, and the kvas was badly prepared. Soon, his reputation grew, and people saw him as a holy fool, a man of God, and a denouncer of wrong.

Preaching mercy, Basil helped those who were ashamed to ask for alms, but who were more in need of help than others. He harshly condemned those who gave alms for selfish reasons, not out of compassion for the poor and destitute, but hoping for an easy way to gain God's blessings upon their affairs. Many observed that when Basil passed by a house in which the occupants made merry and drank, he wept and clutched the corners of the house. When Basil was asked what this meant, and he answered: "Angels stand in sorrow at the house and are distressed by the sins of the people, but I entreat them with tears to pray to the Lord for the conversion of sinners."

Made pure by the great deeds and by the prayer of his soul, Basil was given the gift of foreseeing the future. In 1547, he predicted the great fire of Moscow; through prayer he extinguished a fire at Novgorod ; and once he reproached Tsar Ivan the Terrible, because during the divine services he was preoccupied with thoughts of building a palace on the Vorobiev hills.

At another time, Basil gave Tsar Ivan some meat during Great Lent , telling him it did not matter whether or not he fasted from eating meat, because of the murders he had committed.

St. Basil died on August 2 , 1557. St. Macarius , Metropolitan of Moscow, served his funeral with many clergy . Tsar Ivan himself acted as pallbearer and carried his coffin to the cemetery. Basil is buried in the cemetery of Trinity church, where in 1554, the Protection of the Theotokos cathedral was built, on the Red Square of Moscow, in memory of the conquest of Kazan. The main chapel of the cathedral is dedicated to St. Basil.

His Holiness Patriarch Job glorified St. Basil the Blessed at a Council on August 2 , 1588. The saint's chains are preserved at the Moscow Theological Academy .

• OCA : Blessed Basil of Moscow the Fool-For-Christ
• Wikipedia: Basil_Fool_for_Christ

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Great Bay Express to St Barth

Travel from one paradise to another aboard Great Bay Express Ferry on St. Maarten and discover St. Barths. This beautiful island is located only 45 minutes away from St. Maarten’s Philipsburg, departing from Bobby’s Marina. St. Barths is known for its beautiful beaches, jet-set clientele, culinary experiences and with luxury all around it is a must-see while being in the area

With daily departures from Bobby’s Marina in Philipsburg , St. Maarten you could be in St. Barths within 45 short minutes . With several departures a day, in both directions, it's perfect for people who would only like to spend a few hours on St. Barths

Simply perform a search through the search box and you will be able to check availability, timings and book your tickets from St. Maarten to St. Barths from Philipsburg. After booking, you will receive immediate e-tickets by e-mail.

St. Barths Daytrip

Great Bay Express is currently operating up to 3 trips a day, from Philipsburg St Maarten, starting at 7:15AM (except Sundays). For more information, please check the timetable below.

Their office is located at Bobby’s Marina in Philipsburg (just behind the security booth) where you can check-in with your e-ticket and a valid passport. Adjacent to the marina is where most of the cruise ships dock, which means it's very easy to hop-over on one of the ferries from Great Bay Express to St. Barths. From Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM) it takes around 20-30 minutes to get to Bobby’s Marina by taxi, and from Grand Case Airport around 10-15 minutes depending on traffic conditions. Great Bay Express is the only service going to St. Barths from Philipsburg on St. Maarten.

• Special Day Trip rates
• Journey time only 45 minutes
• Up to 3 departures a day
• Ventilated passenger cabin
• Restrooms available on-board
• Fully insured
• Designed and built to International Standards
• Trained and professional crews
• No weight restriction on luggage ( conditions apply )

Schedule & Route Map:

Great bay express schedule (until 31 mar 2024).

* The 9:45am and 11:00am services will ONLY operate on Sundays between 04 Sep - 14 Oct 2023

Bobby’s Marina, Philipsburg , St Maarten

Gustavia Ferry Dock, Gare Maritime, St Barths

All Departure Taxes/Port Fees are INCLUDED in the prices below!

Departure Taxes:

All prices above already INCLUDE the Departure Tax/Port Fee - there's nothing more to pay!

Additional Information:

IMPORTANT: A valid passport is required for travel to/from St Barths - some nationalities may require a visa

Check-in procedure Passengers travelling to St Barths should arrive at the dock to check-in 1 hour prior to departure . Just present your StMartinbookings e-ticket to the Great Bay Express staff at their office located at Bobby's Marina, Philipsburg and they will provide you with your Boarding Pass and assist you with any luggage. Check-in strictly closes 20 minutes before the scheduled departure time!

Luggage allowance Passengers may take one carry-on (free of charge) and two  checked bags (free of charge), however you must be able to carry the weight of your own luggage. Should you have additional luggage, please contact us before making a reservation, as excess baggage fees may apply . Great Bay Express does not operate as a cargo vessel and  reserves the right to refuse transporting any excess luggage .

• Tickets are 100% NON-REFUNDABLE from moment of purchase
• Date changes possible at any time, subject always to availability
• Tickets valid for a maximum of 1 year from original date of travel

Failure to provide an approved St Maarten Entry Form (EHAS) when returning to or in transit through St Maarten will result in boarding being denied! - Not applicable to Day Trippers.

Make online bookings for Great Bay Express Ferry to St Barths , with instant confirmation and e-tickets. The best way of getting from Philpsburg, St Maarten to St Barths , available now on StMartinbookings.com

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