St. Martin and St. Maarten Travel Guide

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St. Maarten/St. Martin is virtually unique among Caribbean destinations. The 37-square-mi (96-square-km) island is a seamless place (there are no border gates), but it is governed by two nations—the Netherlands and France—and has residents from 70-some different countries. A call from the Dutch side to the French is an international call, currencies are different, and the vibe is even different. Only the island of Hispaniola, which encompasses two distinct countries, Haiti and the Dominican Republic, is in even a similar position in the Caribbean.

Hotels

St. Martin and St. Maarten Hotels

St. Maarten/St. Martin accommodations range from modern megaresorts like the Radisson and the Westin St. Maarten to condos and small inns. On the Dutch...read more

Restaurants

St. Martin and St. Maarten Restaurants

Although most people come to St. Maarten/St. Martin for sun and fun, they leave praising the cuisine. On an island that covers only 37 square mi (96 square...read more

Things To Do

Things To Do in St. Martin and St. Maarten

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St. Martin and St. Maarten Experiences

  • Top Reasons to Go

    Great Food: Good food seeps from almost every island pore.... Read more

  • Concordia

    The smallest island in the world to be shared between two different countries, St. Maarten/St. Martin has existed peacefully in its subdivided... Read more

  • St. Maarten vs. St. Martin

    If this is your first trip to St. Maarten/St. Martin, you're probably wondering which side will better suit your needs. That's hard to say, because... Read more

  • Condo Rentals

    Condo rentals are another lodging option. They appeal to travelers who aren't interested in the one-size-fits-all activities offered by the resorts... Read more

  • A Day in St. Eustatius

    Unless you're a diver or a history buff, chances are you have never heard of St. Eustatius, or Statia, as it is often called. So many ships once... Read more

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