Tourist town, Sandy beach

The capital of the Dutch part lies on a narrow isthmus separating the sea from the salt lake and is the centre of tourism on the island thanks to the port of the large cruise ships. [btn "Choose cheap accommodation in Philipsburg" https://www.booking.com/city/sx/philipsburg.en.html?aid=2380460;label=p-sv-martin-philipsburg] Locals often shorten the town's name to "Ph'burg" or "P-burg". Philipsburg is made up of two main parallel streets…

Island, Sandy beach

The Pinel Island Nature Reserve is located on the north side of St Martin and can be reached by boat, which departs at regular intervals from the harbour in the village of Cul-de-Sac. You can take a beautiful nature walk around the island and then lie down on the beautiful beach with a bar. We recommend planning at least a half-day trip here. [btn "Book a beachfront hotel at a discount on booking.com" https://www.booking.com/country/sx.en.html…

Sandy beach, Airport

There isn't an aviation enthusiast in the world who doesn't know the legendary Maho Beach. It is located literally a few metres from the runway threshold of the local SXM International Airport. Landing planes are really only a few feet above your head, while a popular takeoff "sport" is trying to stay standing up in the strong stream of aircraft engine exhaust fumes. [btn "Buy tickets to Sint Maarten now" https://skyscanner.pxf.io/c/1258062…

Sandy beach

One of St. Martin's most popular beaches is located about 1.5 km north of SXM Airport and Maho Beach. The beach is heavily visited, but due to its size you can always find a free spot. [btn "Book a beachfront hotel at a discount on booking.com" https://www.booking.com/country/sx.en.html?aid=2380460;label=p-sv-martin-mullet-bay] Beach amenities Mullet Bay is covered in beautifully fine white sand and the entrance to the water is extremely…

Sandy beach, Tourist town

Simpson Bay is the most popular place for long-term stays in the Dutch part of St. Martin. Simpson Bay is an easily accessible location from both the airport and Philipsburg. It has several luxury resorts, two long beaches and cheaper apartments. [btn "Book a beachfront hotel at a discount on booking.com" https://www.booking.com/country/sx.en.html?aid=2380460;label=p-sv-martin-mullet-bay] Beaches, swimming and entertainment The town is…

Sandy beach

With more than 2 km, it is the longest beach on the island and offers great conditions for swimming and water sports. [btn "Book a beachfront hotel at a discount on booking.com" https://www.booking.com/country/sx.en.html?aid=2380460;label=p-sv-martin-orient] We're talking about the beautiful Orient Beach in the French part of St. Martin. The surrounding area is filled with a luxury resort with many apartments and holiday villas, and the…

Sandy beach

The resort at the bay of Anse Marcel is one of the most luxurious places in all of St Martin and is located in the northernmost area of the French part. [btn "Book a beachfront hotel at a discount on booking.com" https://www.booking.com/country/sx.en.html?aid=2380460;label=p-sv-martin-anse-marcel] The idyllic bay with its turquoise waters is lined with luxury resorts and hotels, and its remoteness from the big cities makes for a truly peaceful…

Sandy beach

Dawn Beach in Oyster Pond is one of the most popular in the Dutch part of St. Martin. [btn "Book a beachfront hotel at a discount on booking.com" https://www.booking.com/country/sx.en.html?aid=2380460;label=p-sv-martin-dawn] The beach has the hallmark of a luxury resort due to one of the largest resorts on the island being right on the beach, but it is also open to the general public for free. Beach facilities The entire beach is covered…