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 year locals celebrate national holidays of these countries. Tourists have a wonderful opportunity to get acquainted with traditions of local people and to see an active influence of Holland and France on culture formation.
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. … 
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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
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Statue symbolizes the image of King Momo; it is believed that after the burning of statue supreme forces grant absolution and bestow good luck for the whole next year. Locals also celebrate the festival dedicated to the unity of two cultures; it is called the Day of Concord. Celebrated it in November, the Day of Concord is one of the most soulful and favorite holidays of locals. Beautiful holidays, island lifestyle that is unusual for bustling resorts and welcoming atmosphere make St. Maartin one of the most popular resorts in the world.
Travelers who have enough of time are sure to visit all regions and cities of the island. There are amazing objects in each of them. Marigot is the French capital of the island and the … Open
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Great gastronomic festivals are also held in Sint Maarten. Among them is the event Les Mardis de Grand Case. Despite the fact that the independence of the Antilles was obtained back in 1833, the Islanders are very proud of their culture. The colonial countries had a great influence on this – the locals are reminded of this by the city of Grand Kaz (French part of the island) at the end of July. During the celebration, a fair is opened, where you can purchase farm products, as well as works of art. The fest is held in the central streets of the resort town.
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
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The “traveling” carnival, Caribbean Rum & Beer Festival, is held annually in various regions of the Caribbean. Its program includes bright events: “blind” competition for the best rum and beer (CAB Taste Contest) which is assessed by a jury from European countries, and the competition of bartenders (Rum Cocktail Wars) that is always accompanied by a spectacular performance. Visitors to the festival will be able to try drinks and taste snacks presented them and choose the best option for them, as well as learn a lot about how to choose the right rum or beer. In addition, chefs conduct master classes on the production of rum and dishes from it, as well as beer. Also on the list of events are music concerts and dance performances, and a fair where hand-made products are sold. You can purchase unique things.
National traditions of Netherlands Antilles
In general, it can be noted that the Antilles can be called a truly international place. Many people, despite their origin, were able to create a full-fledged society with its own traditions and history. No other place in the world can boast that. Locals are calm and kind people who are equally friendly both to their old neighbor and to the person they see for the first time. It is important to remember that that’s not only a resort, but a full-fledged state with its own norms and rules. If you walk around the city in beach clothes, the locals will pay oblique glances, and no decent place will let you in. On the northern islands, then such behavior will generally be regarded as an insult. If you go somewhere except the beach, choose conservative closes. Of course, there are no strict rules here, and foreigners generally don’t need to know about these peculiarities. However, if you want to rest without any problems, it's better to be prepared.
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