St. Barth’s is an uncommonly delicious destination, where travelers can dine out and shop to their heart’s content, and yet experience utterly pristine beaches devoid of civilization. But on an island known for its elite status—and which draws many back repeatedly—one’s inaugural trip can feel a bit like an initiation to the cool kids’ club.
At just over eight square miles, the volcanic island is a self-governing territory of France. French is the official language (though everyone speaks Engli...