I also found a lot of other islands boring.

I find none of the other islands have got it all.
Good beaches, so many good restaurants, 37 square miles so easy to navigate, casinos, topless/nude beaches, good service for the most part in restaurants, two cultures, a few day trip options, affordable accommodation and food, great jewelry shopping.

Take for example other French isles Martinique and Guadeloupe can't compare in terms of accomadion options, beach quality, restaurant option or easy to drive. St Barths too expensive for me.

I know others have fallen in love with Barbados or Aruba but was not for me.

I think it's a little bit like finding that special someone.
There's a little bit of magic involved.
On my first trip on the approach even before I step foot on the soil I felt my soul dance and my heart sing.