St. Maarten is the smallest island among the Caribbean Sea islands. Its territory is divided into two parts. One part belongs to the Netherlands, while the other one is owned by France. Princess Juliana Airport is, without a doubt, the most interesting and intriguing place of the island. Landing here requires much endurance and professionalism for pilots, because due to the small size of the island the runway is located very close to the sea coast, where always have rest thousands of tourists.
The vast majority of travelers are attracted to the island by beautiful beaches that are well-equipped for a variety of water sports. There are 37 beaches on the island, so it’s easy … Open
1. You can visit the island at any time of the year, but the most favorable holiday period is from December to April. Vacationers are sure to bring a sun protector, as they can get burnt on … Open
The most visited cultural institution on the island is Saint-Martin Museum. It presents a collection of exciting historical exhibits. Part of the exhibition consists of archaeological artifacts discovered on the island during the study. The most interesting part of the collection are items obtained from the sunken Proselyte frigate. It crashed off the coast of the island over a hundred years ago and is buried at sea to this very day.
The gastronomic capital of the picturesque island is the city of Grand Case. This is where popular national restaurants and colorful bars are located. Local cuisine is a harmonious blend of … Open
Among attractions located outside the city, the old watchtower of Cole Bay Hill is worth mentioning. Once, the tower was built on the coast to protect the island and served as an important part of its fortification system. However, over the years it lost its original meaning. Nevertheless, the tower managed to survive to this day. It has an excellent viewing platform on the top.
St. Maartin is a unique island in relation to cultural traditions; its calendar is full of original celebrations. The area of the island is divided into two parts, French and Dutch, so every … Open
Concordia Mount is the most popular place among lovers of hiking. It is quite low, so it is not difficult to climb it. At the top of this mountain, is a Border monument. Here, are territorial boundaries between French and Dutch parts of the island.