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A first-timer’s guide to Sint Maarten
18.04.2024 - 06:33 / lonelyplanet.com
The sun-soaked paradise of Sint Maarten is a magical oasis with sugary beaches and azure water. The 13-square mile Sint Maarten draws travelers from around the world.
Some travelers arrive by cruise ship to the Philipsburg's port. A major hub in the Caribbean, the capital's port accommodates up to eight ships at one time, and it recently welcomed the world’s largest ship – Icon of the Seas.
The Dutch side of the unique two-nation island is also known for its world-famous landing approach which brings in planes over crowds at the hugely popular Maho Beach. Sint Maarten is also celebrated for shopping, dining and adventure.
The short answer is anytime. Located in the Lesser Antilles among the northernmost Leeward Islands, Sint Maarten enjoys a tropical climate with average temperatures ranging from 74℉ (23 ℃) to 90℉ (32℃).
With roughly 8 to 10 hours of sun a day, summoning your inner beach bum will be easy work whenever you go.
Visiting during the off season (June to November) means fewer crowds, lower hotel rates and cheaper flights, but it also coincides with hurricane season when the heat intensifies. Though hurricanes rarely occur you should bookmark the National Hurricane Center for up-to-date information before and during your stay.
High season (December to April) brings higher rates as the weather mellows and famed events like Carnival and the Heineken Regatta kick-off.
Plan to spend at least a long weekend, or better yet book five days. Besides unwinding on pristine beaches with amazing snorkeling, Sint Maarten is a hit with shopaholics.
Philipsburg is filled with scores of shops selling luxury goods and local merchandise. Shopping is a big draw (approximately two million people visit each year) because of the country’s duty-free status, saving you up to 30% on purchases compared to in the USA.
The culinary scene reflects the mashup of approximately 114 nationalities in Sint Maarten.
While inland, nature enthusiasts will want to check out the jaw-dropping vistas on a hike, or head on a zipline, schooner and gondola adventure.
Wellness-seekers will find a once-in-a-lifetime spa experience through Serenity Spa at an idyllic cliffside gazebo on Maho Bay near Princess Juliana International Airport, where planes land over the beach.
Situated above peaceful turquoise water, the magical spa setting contrasts with the faint din of beachgoers cheering as planes land.
You can also tailor your trip to the history-buff in the family with an itinerary that includes the Concordia Monument, the sight marking the border of Saint Martin, and Fort Amsterdam, the 1631 Dutch military fortress.
Nonstop international flights from major U.S. cities, Amsterdam and Paris bring a flurry of international travelers. A large share
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