OK, PM Press Conference was on the DUTCH side. The rules regarding using the beach on the French side seem confusing, but apparently you can WALK the beach without any problem. When you say you went to Orient earlier, did you just walk the beach, or sit in a chair on the beach? Are there chairs for rent on the beach??
That French form allows for personal exercise and that of pets. You would be allowed to walk the beach with no concern. There may even be chairs from enterprising operators. There could even be "takeout" food available on Orient. All this provided you have filled out your forms. The Gendarmerie seems to love levying fines, so don't give them the opportunity.
We are anchored on the French side of the lagoon so filled out our forms this morning to take the dog to the beach for a walk. We chose Simpson Bay beach this time. Tomorrow may be the rocky beach at Galisbay.
