Saint Martin
Welcome to Saint Martin, the stunning Caribbean island. The Caribbean is made up of hundreds of islands, but none are quite as enigmatic as Saint Martin. The island is amongst the smallest to ever be divided. Dutch Sint Maarten, to the south and French Saint Martin, to the north, live and work together in harmony, with no need for any physical boundaries between the two territories. Visitors and locals are free to travel around the entire island without the need to carry a passport and pass through any immigration borders.
Although St. Martin / St. Maarten is one island, the two territories are very different. French Saint Martin has some of the most chic shops and boutiques in the Caribbean. Stunning beaches elegant enough to rival those in Cannes and St Tropez stretch the northern territories. Dutch Sint Maarten is better known for its world famous casinos and gaming venues. Luxurious cruise liners are a common backdrop for many photos. These giant floating hotels frequently dock in Philipsburg, the capital of Dutch Sint Maarten, packed full with excited passengers eager to explore the island.
Stunning Scenery & Beaches
This tiny French-Dutch island nestled between the Atlantic Ocean and Caribbean Sea covers only a mere 88 km square, yet it manages to squeeze 37 stunning beaches along its rugged coastline. It’s not hard to see why so many people travel from around the world to set foot on Saint Martin beaches; they are simply breath-taking. St. Martin / St. Maarten features some of the world’s finest seascapes and all the beaches offer something different and unique, each with their own unique vibe and natural beauty. Whether you’re searching for an unspoiled, quiet pristine beach or a lively hub of activity with water sports and music, St. Martin / St. Maarten has something to suit everyone.
The Culinary Capital of the Caribbean
Discover the amazing food and drink on St Martin. The island is known as the Gastronomic Capital of the Caribbean making it the perfect destination if you are a lover of great food. Sampling the fantastic food and drink on St Martin is a true pleasure and something everyone should embrace during their stay on the island. St Martin / St Maarten may be small, but it is believed to have the highest concentration of restaurants per square mile in the entire Caribbean. St Martin offers the widest variety of cuisine of all the Caribbean islands, with a varied price tag to match. It’s therefore not surprising that so many visitors return back to the island time and time again.
When it comes to choosing your meal and drink of choice on St. Martin / St. Maarten you will have plenty of options, no matter what your taste buds desire. Venture beyond local Caribbean style dishes and its many French culinary delights and you’ll be introduced to a whole new range of exciting foods. Many worldwide cuisines are represented on St. Martin including, Vietnamese, Italian, Indian, Japanese, Thai, Mexican, Chinese and many more. If you enjoy raw, healthy or vegetarian menus then you will be well caters for on St Martin too. Our Saint Martin Travel Guide will help you to decide where to eat each evening on the island. We’ll keep you up to speed via our blog with who is serving the most inventive dishes using the finest ingredients, and where you’ll receive faultless dinner service.
Duty Free Shopping
It’s almost impossible to mention the extensive shopping facilities on St Martin without highlighting the fact that the island is a haven for duty free goodies. The tax free products, without a doubt, are one of the biggest attractions on Saint Martin. The complete absence of any ‘red tape’ for imported goods guarantees fantastic bargains for cigarettes, jewellery, alcohol, cosmetic products, electronics and so much more. Stocking up on gifts for friends back home proves simply too irresistible for many who visit. With no customs duty, VAT or other in direct taxes to pay, the island offers unbeatable prices on a whole host of items.