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St. Martin / Sint Maarten

Two countries, one island, thirty-seven beaches.

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Why we love it

St. Martin gives you two distinct Caribbean experiences in one.

The French and Dutch sides share one island, but each has its own personality. The French side feels relaxed and refined, with boutique hotels, beautiful beaches, and exceptional dining. The Dutch side brings larger resorts, nightlife, casinos, beach bars, and a more energetic atmosphere.

With 37 beaches, you can choose calm water, lively beach clubs, hidden coves, or long stretches of sand. St. Martin is also an ideal base for day trips to Anguilla and St. Barths, giving you even more ways to experience the Caribbean from one vacation.

We know both sides of the island, the beaches, the hotels, and the subtle differences that can completely change your trip. That is how we match you with the part of St. Martin that fits you best.

The vibe: International. Flavorful. Social. Free-spirited.

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A glimpse

See yourself here.

Blue loungers and umbrellas on Orient Bay beach, St MartinBakery terrace with coffee and pastries in Marigot, St MartinElevated view of the colorful waterfront town and marina of Marigot bordering turquoise waters in St. Martin.A white catamaran anchors off a sandy beach on a grassy island surrounded by vibrant turquoise Caribbean waters.A commercial airplane descends low over sunbathers and turquoise waters at Maho Beach in Sint Maarten.A beachfront resort pool and sun deck border a sandy bay and clear turquoise waters in St. Martin.Illuminated swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and loungers beside a beachfront resort at dusk in St. Martin.Sun loungers with parasols stand beside a turquoise swimming pool, surrounded by palm trees and white villas in St. Martin.A large resort swimming pool lined with palm trees, sun loungers, and blue umbrellas overlooks the ocean in Sint Maarten.
What people come here to do

The experiences worth flying for.

01

Grand Case Boulevard

Lolos and white-tablecloth kitchens on the same street. Both are right.

02

Maho Beach at landing time

Silly, loud, and worth doing once.

03

Pinel Island

A five-minute boat, shallow water, grilled lobster on the sand.

04

Loterie Farm

Jungle shade, a treetop course, and a pool you will not want to leave.

05

A ferry to Anguilla

Twenty-five minutes to Shoal Bay and back before dinner.

How we’d design it

Three ways we'd shape it.

01

Grand Case as home base

Walkable, French, and the best eating on the island. Dinner is the plan; the beach is the excuse.

02

Villa with a view

Terres Basses villas with a pool, a cook if you want one, and Baie Rouge five minutes away.

03

Three islands, one suitcase

Ferry days to Anguilla and St. Barts, home to St. Martin each night.

★★★★★
“We ate our way down Grand Case and still had a different beach every afternoon. Two countries in one week felt like cheating.”
Marisa & Tom - St. Martin

St. Martin, both sides of it.

Tell us how you want to spend your time, and we'll match you with the hotel, beach, and side of the island that fit you best.

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