Travel Guide
Saint Martin
Saint Martin is part of the Leeward Islands in the Caribbean Sea. Itโs comprised of two separate countries, divided between its northern French side, of Saint-Martin and its southern Dutch side, Sint Maarten. The island's French side is known for its nude beaches, clothes shopping, outdoor markets and French and Indian Caribbean cuisine. With a sheltered marina, colorful houses and an open-air waterfront market (under construction on my visit), Marigot is the capital city. Fort Louis, an 18th-century French military fort was built overlooking Marigot.
Map
Tanya March
When & How to Travel
Best Time of Year
Shoulder season (May to June & mid-November to mid-December)
Visa Requirements
Visa free for 90 days (US, Canadian & EU citizens); others may need Caribbean visa
Currency
Euro (โฌ)
Key Phrases
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Bonjour/Tot ziens
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Oui/Non
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S'il te plaรฎt/Merci
Busting with idyllic beaches, parrot sanctuaries and wild zip lines, Sint Maarten is a Dutch territory and country of the Kingdom of the Netherlands. Part of the Leeward Islands in the Caribbean Sea, this little island is also home to Saint Martin in the north.