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Where To Travel In 2017 ~ St Maarten!

in Travel on 02/09/17

Second in the our series of posts highlighting our top choices for travel this year we bring you St Maarten!

This small Caribbean island is located towards the north of the Lesser Antilles, enjoys tropical breezes and a truly unique geographically history.  Searching for a romantic getaway, an island with a fun and fabulous night life, seemingly endless shopping, or a new family friendly destination?  St. Maarten offers a little something for everyone.

 

Here are six reasons why you should consider St. Maarten/St. Martin;

  1. Explore More: Check two unique countries off your bucket list in one trip. Yes, this is the smallest island in the world that is divided into two nations. This island has been divided between two countries for over 350 years. St. Martin and Sint Maarten are harmoniously shared by the French and the Dutch.  This division creates two distinct cultures to explore. The French side (St. Martin), is said to be more relaxed and sophisticated, while the Dutch side (St. Maarten) has a more lively feel.  two countries, two cultures, gives you twice is much to do!
  2. Beach Lovers Paradise:  With 37  beautiful white sand beaches on the island, you can’t possible see them all in one trip.  Feeling adventurous?  Rent a car, grab a map and a picnic basket, and take a day or two to explore the white sandy beaches and turquoise waters this tiny island is famous for.
  3. The Nightlife: St. Maarten offers a variety of trendy nightclubs, upscale dance clubs, hip bars, family friendly comedy shows, piano bars and even casinos.  Adventure awaits around every corner. 
  4. Shoppers Paradise: The entire island is duty free making this island a shoppers dream.  Don’t forget to pack your comfy walking shoes.
  5. A Foodie’s Delight:  The island not only boasts more than 300 restaurants, but the Caribbean flavours mingled with European culinary influences provide for unique and unforgettable dining experiences on both sides of the island.
  6. The Runway:  Deserving of it’s very own reason to visit the island, the incredible (some might say jaw dropping) runway.  Grab your camera and hang on to your hat as jumbo jets come in for a landing.  You might never experience another “take off” like this one!  *picture courtesy of stmaarten.com

So if you’re ready to explore a tropical island like no other, then it’s time to add the beautifully unique island of St. Maarten to your travel bucket list.

Safe Travels!

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    Comments

    1. kathy downey says

      September 20, 2017 at 11:59 am

      Sure looks like a nice spot to visit !

    2. Elizabeth Matthiesen says

      July 22, 2017 at 6:18 pm

      St Maarten looks like a beautiful place for a vacation. 🙂

    3. Gord says

      June 11, 2017 at 3:33 pm

      Absolutely beautiful place to visit, perhaps we will make it there someday.

    4. kathy downey says

      June 2, 2017 at 4:08 pm

      I would love to visit St Maarten ,looks so inviting !

    5. Kristi F says

      May 29, 2017 at 5:30 pm

      My parents really love St. Maarten. It’s their favourite place in the Caribbean. I’d love to go someday myself!

    6. Debbie WhiteBeattie says

      May 23, 2017 at 5:05 am

      St. Maarten looks like an amazingly beautiful place and I would love to go but it’s just too expensive for me.

    7. Christine w says

      May 19, 2017 at 10:25 am

      I love St. Maarten – the Runway bar has to be for sure a stop on everyone’s visit. It’s so different to see all the planes land!

    8. travelbuds says

      March 26, 2017 at 11:42 pm

      I love St. Maarten. I lived there for 5 years. Such a wonderful island.

    9. Jamie hall says

      March 19, 2017 at 11:00 pm

      I love both sides of st Maarten , I love it.

    10. Melinda Jana says

      March 14, 2017 at 10:25 am

      look at that warm white sand and refreshing blue waters. dreamy!

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