Travel Guide
Sint Maarten
Part of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, Sint Maarten is a country on the southern part of a Caribbean island shared with Saint Martin, a French overseas collectivity. The island is known for its delicious seafood, wild nightlife and upscale shopping, while its natural features span beautiful lagoons, beaches and salt pans. The capital of Philipsburg has cobblestone streets and colorful, colonial-style buildings lining its Front Street shopping area. The island life also offers many activities for adrenaline junkies, including snorkeling, diving, waterskiing and even, the steepest zipline in the world.
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, Canada & EU countries); others may need Caribbean visa
Currency
Netherlands Antillean Florin (ฦ, ANG)
Key Phrases
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Goeiemo/Dag
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Ja/Nee
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Alsjeblieft/Dankie
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.