St Jean's beach is separated by the Eden Rock hotel. The western section is a fairly narrow strip right below the tiny airport, making it a favorite among plane-spotters. This is also the more active side, good for windsurfing and other sea-toy-based pursuits. Swimmers and snorkelers, meanwhile, gravitate to the eastern side.
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