A jewel in the Caribbean Sea, St. Maarten/St. Martin is a prestigious vacation destination and an island of unimaginable beauty. The smallest island in the world to be shared between two different countries (The Netherlands and France), St. Maarten/St. Martin packs some of the Caribbean’s best beaches, gourmet restaurants, duty-free shopping, vibrant nightlife and thrilling casinos into a 37-square-mile palm-fringed playground.
Dutch St. Maarten is known for its festive nightlife, pristine white-powder beaches and vibrant casinos. French St. Martin is renowned for its bistros, gourmet restaurants, nude beaches and exclusive jewelry and clothing boutiques. Both offer incredible year-round weather, spectacular landscapes, warm hospitality, duty-free shopping, culinary delights and a wealth of activities to ensure your perfect vacation.
Located 150 miles southeast of Puerto Rico, St. Maarten/St. Martin has more sun-kissed beaches than most other Caribbean islands and provides stunning anchorages as one of the Caribbean’s leading sailing venues. In addition to its official languages of Dutch and French, English is taught in schools and widely spoken on the island – ensuring warm hospitality and service in three languages.
A serene sanctuary and natural playground, St. Maarten/St. Martin is one of the world’s most desirable and beautiful destinations. From the cosmopolitan capitals of Philipsburg and Marigot to the stunning shoreline and lush interior, the island is rich in natural beauty, history, modern amenities and unforgettable experiences for travelers.
Be sure to pick up your free copy of St. Maarten/St. Martin Nights magazine when you arrive on St. Maarten/St. Martin and discover the best the island has to offer! The magazine is available just about everywhere on the island.