Your Guide to the Caribbean

St. Maarten

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t. Maarten is the smallest island in the world to be shared by two nations: the Netherland­s and France. So expect a Europeanin­fluenced vibe twinned with Caribbean flair. Known as the gastronomi­cal capital of the Caribbean islands, St. Maarten offers eclectic dining with over 300 restaurant­s on this 37-square-mile island. The island is located at the northern end of the Lesser Antilles, with 37 square miles of beaches

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for holidaymak­ers to relax and play on. St. Maarten is home to many historical, unique familyorie­nted attraction­s. Watersport enthusiast­s can enjoy exploring the island through scuba diving and snorkellin­g. St. Maarten’s capital, Philipsbur­g, offers a range of duty-free shopping with a bustling city atmosphere, while no fewer than 14 casinos and numerous nightclubs provide endless entertainm­ent for visitors to the island.

FAST FACTS

St. Maarten is the smallest landmass (37 square miles) in the world shared by two nations (Holland & France)

It is little wonder St. Maarten is known as the Culinary Capital of the Caribbean: it offers over 300 restaurant­s

Multiple currencies are accepted, including euro/us dollar/guilder

Official languages are English, French and Dutch

KEY EVENT

St. Maarten Carnival is a colourful and cultural occasion which takes place yearly starting middle of April and ends in early May.

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