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Inside Background
Health & Safety 
St. Maarten is generally considered a safe place to visit, but as with any...
Last edited: 07 February 2007
History 
The history of the Caribbean is filled with stories of colonial imperialism...
Last edited: 19 May 2006
Neighborhoods 
Phillipsburg - Dutch side capital where the cruise ships dock.  Great duty free...
Last edited: 30 August 2006
Recommended Reading 
You can find any number of guide books that will help you plan a dream trip to...
Last edited: 06 November 2009
Tourist Board Info 
www.visitsxm.com     For tourist information about St. Maarten, there are...
Last edited: 20 June 2006
Weather & When to Go 
The weather in St. Maarten is fairly consistent year-round with temperatures...
Last edited: 20 June 2006
Introduction 
St. Martin is a 37 sq. mile island divided between two countries; French St...
Last edited: 26 April 2007
Safety in St Martin 
St Martin is a wonderful vacation spot with a taste of Europe, wonderful...
Last edited: 29 March 2008
Security 
Security As with many other Caribbean islands  and other places in the world...
Last edited: 22 May 2007
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Inside Transportation
Arriving & Departing 
One great way to get to/from St. Martin is by ferry. It's easy to get to...
Last edited: 14 July 2007
Getting Around 
The island is characterized by mountains on the interior and development around...
Last edited: 28 September 2008
Public Transportation 
Public transportation is limited to small busses that run between major areas...
Last edited: 05 May 2006
Motorcycles / Scooters 
If you are considering renting a scooter, motorcycle or bicycle, please refer to
Last edited: 18 May 2006
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Inside Things to Do
Day Trips 
Visit the FlyZone on the French Side -- it is a zipline adventure course for...
Last edited: 27 December 2009
Family Travel 
Traveling to St. Martin can be any easy trip due to the short distance from...
Last edited: 16 April 2007
Nightlife 
Simpson Bay:  Soggy Dollar Bar - located on the Palapa Marina known for its...
Last edited: 27 December 2009
Off the Beaten Path 
Every trip to St. Maarten should include a visit with Ruby Bute, one of the...
Last edited: 14 December 2008
Shopping 
Shopping? Did you say shopping in St. Maarten? What a fine idea. There are tons...
Last edited: 20 June 2006
Pinel Island 
Pinel Island is a little gem just a short boat ride off French Cul-de-sac...
Last edited: 26 December 2009
Seaside Nature Park 
  Seaside Nature Park is a beautiful spot on the Dutch side of St Maarten. It...
Last edited: 26 April 2009
Sunset Bar & Grill 
It's now the Sunset Bar and Grill www.sunsetsxm.com  If you are the proper...
Last edited: 13 May 2009
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Inside Dining Scene
Dining Overview 
For an island that is only 37 square miles in size (approximately 7 miles by 5...
Last edited: 07 December 2009
Breakfast 
There are lots of great bakeries all over the island.  A favorite is La...
Last edited: 08 May 2008
Cheap Eats 
St Martin / St Maarten is in general quite an expensive island, there are...
Last edited: 07 December 2009
Outdoor Dining 
90% of restaurants are either entirely outdoors or have a large seating section...
Last edited: 15 April 2007
Bavaria Restaurant 
Authentic German Cuisine near Simpson Bay in St. Maarten (Dutch side)
Last edited: 12 May 2008
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Inside For Foreign Visitors
Banks & Money 
The official currency of St. Maarten is the Antillean (not the Dutch) guilder...
Last edited: 19 August 2008
Crossing the Border 
Arriving on St. Maarten / St Martin from North America currently requires a...
Last edited: 13 September 2006
Important Phrases 
90% of the residents on both sides of the island speak English.  French is...
Last edited: 19 May 2006
Telephones 
Calling from St. Maarten / St Martin can be expensive.  The phone systems are...
Last edited: 21 April 2009
Medical Facilities 
There are a few Medical Facilities in St Maarten/St. Martin.  One that is...
Last edited: 17 March 2007
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