St Maarten Travel Tips
The island of St Maarten is split into a Dutch side (St Maarten) and a French side (St Martin), so don't be confused if you see two different spellings for this popular Caribbean retreat.
The Dutch side is lively with casinos and nightclubs. The capital is Philipsburg, which has a distinct European flair. St. Martin, the French side, is more low-key. Beautiful beaches surround the whole island, the majority of them with white sands and turquoise water. Snorkeling here is excellent.
Like most Caribbean islands, St Maarten has average daily highs between 83°F (28°C) in January and 86°F (30°C) in July and average lows that rarely dip below a comfy 72°F (22°C).
St Maarten 12 Metre Challenge
If you're taking a trip down to Saint Maarten in the Caribbean, you are probably only considering doing two things on your vacation getaway, relaxing and having fun. With tons of beach, some of ... Continue Reading »
St Maarten Suggested Itineraries
Call it either St. Maarten or St. Martin, but you’re sure to enjoy the confluence of Dutch and French cultures that you encounter on this island. While the Dutch half of the island is dotted with ... Continue Reading »
A Sight to See in St. Maarten
Be sure to watch your head! On the Dutch side of St. Maarten (St. Martin), there is a beach. On the beach, there is a runway. On the runway, there are planes landing that just flew over the ... Continue Reading »
Carnival in Saint Maartin
The Caribbean is synonymous with Carnival, the annual season of festivities surrounding Lent. Saint Martin/Saint Maarten is no exception. With main events typically occurring in April/May, ... Continue Reading »
Room with a view
I took a ferry to St. Barths from St. Maarten with the intention of staying 2 nights. I had a cute hotel right in front of the ferry pier and marina. Talk about a room with a view. Continue Reading »
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