Discover Saint Martin
Saint Martin shines in the Leeward Islands as a tiny island with a big personality, split between French Saint‑Martin and Dutch Sint Maarten. The French north delights with sun‑soaked nude beaches, chic boutiques, lively outdoor markets and a tasty mix of French and Indian Caribbean cuisine — flaky pastries, fragrant curries and fresh seafood.
Marigot, the quaint French capital, curves around a sheltered marina of yachts and pastel houses. Walk the waterfront for local treats and artisan stalls; even with the market under renovation, cafés and street vendors keep the energy lively. A short climb to Fort Louis rewards you with sweeping views of the harbor and the Dutch coast — ideal for photos and a touch of island history.
Coconut Island, Saint Martin’s French Paradise
Sun-drenched beaches, pastel-hued villages, and a delicious blend of French flair and Caribbean ease — Saint Martin invites you to savor fresh seafood, sail sparkling waters and wander vibrant marketplaces.
Who
A warm mix of Creole, French, Dutch, African and Caribbean influences, the people of Saint Martin carry a proud history of resilience and hospitality, blending languages, music and culinary traditions into a vibrant island identity.
What
A sun-splashed island of Franco-Dutch flair where sugar-white beaches, emerald hills, colorful cliffside villages, bustling open-air markets and a melting pot of Creole, French and Caribbean flavors invite you to linger, explore and savor every sunset.
When
The best time to visit Saint Martin is from late November through April, when balmy trade winds, sun-drenched beaches and clear skies make every day feel like the perfect island getaway.
Where
For bright sunny days and lively nights, wander between Grand Case’s gourmet beachfront restaurants, Orient Bay’s buzzing watersports and beach clubs, Marigot’s French-market charm and duty-free shops, tucked-away Baie Rouge for snorkeling and sunset strolls and the tiny, windswept paradise of Pic Paradis for panoramic island views.
How
Fly into Princess Juliana International on the Dutch side or Grand Case–Espérance on the French side, then hop between beaches and villages by local buses, scenic taxis, car rentals or short ferries and ferries-for-island-hopping to nearby islets for easy exploring.
