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Saint Maarten
is a tropical island in the northeast Caribbean. Sint Maarten occupies
16 of the islands 37 square miles, and it's highest point is 1,278
feet above sea level. This Dutch Sint Maarten shares the island
with French St Martin. On March 23, 1648, France and the Dutch Republic
agreed to divide the island between their two nations, so they signed
the Treaty of Concordia. Capital: Philipsburg
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St. Maarten Resort Vacations (Dutch)
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| Resort | Lifestyle | Dining | Resort Location |
Rooms |
Rating* |
| Princess Heights | Couples, Romantic, Intimate, Condominiums | European
Plan 1 Restaurant |
Set on hillside overlooking Dawn Beach |
15 |
4+ |
| Sonesta Maho Beach Resort & Casino | Singles, Couples, Families, Groups, Active, Nightlife, Golf, Spa, Shopping, Watersports | European
Plan 3 Restaurants 24-hr Room Service |
Beachfront |
600 |
4+ |
*Resort Rating from 4-star Superior to 6-star Ultra Luxury
St Maarten Beaches
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| Cupecoy Beach | Lined with sandstone cliffs and caves, which affords privacy along this usually narrow beach; the surf can be strong, though the wind is often blocked by the rocks; far end of the beach is clothing optional. |  |
| Dawn Beach | Excellent snorkelling; reef runs parallel to the beach offering protection for the shore, as well as for the life beneath the waters. Enjoy lunch, dinner, or a snack with a cool, refreshing beverage at Mr. Busby's Beach Bar as you look out over the ocean and St. Barths. |  |
| Great Bay | Being
conveniently located near the harbor and its many attractions (bars,
entertainment, shopping) are some of the few reasons to visit this
beach. Front Street's newly renovated boardwalk is also a sight for
sore eyes. While many come here to find bargains and lay out on the
beach. To avoid crowds, check how many cruise ships are in port before
you hit the stores. It's an excellent beach for those who are only
going to be on the island for a short time (cruise ship passengers).
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| Little Bay | To
the west of Great Bay lies another perfect, white sand beach. Its
calm water makes this beach ideal for young children and for those
who can't swim. Accessible via the Divi Resort, Little Bay is a safe
and sheltered, especially for young children. From its peninsula,
enjoy divine views of Philipsburg and the islands of Statia, St. Kitts
and Saba. Snorkelers and divers will also love the beach's shipwrecks
and aquatic life. Restaurants are located on this beach as well.
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| Maho Bay | White
sand, rocks at either end. On most days, you can look across the water
at the island of Saba. Watch the big planes land and take off at the
beach, situated at the food of Juliana Airport 's runway. It's home
to the famous Sunset Beach Bar, where there's a fun happy hour with
live music every evening. |
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| Mullet Bay | Shaded by palm trees. As one of the most popular beaches on the island, this is a beach with it all. Calm waters, snorkeling, beach chair and umbrella rentals are only a few of the reasons why this beach is so popular. Beach volleyball is the sport of choice with volleyball players battling it out daily. |  |
| Simpson Bay Lagoon | Sandwiched
between the fishing village and the murmuring sea, the calm waters
of the lagoon offers the perfect venue for a variety of watersports.
With its only draw back being a little airplane noise; this beach
can also showcase the spectacular plane landings at Juliana Airport
. The beach is quiet and has calm waters. Access to the beach is from
Mary's Boon Beach Plantation and off Airport Road . Kayaks can be
rented at Tri-Sport next to Simpson Bay Bridge. |
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| Oyster Pond | Home of the Oyster Pond Marina. |  |
| Guana Bay | Having
surf fit for body boarders and surfing, this private, rugged beach
is an attractive spot for adventurers. St. Barth's is located less
than 15 miles away and can be seen from this beach. The beach is large
and mostly deserted due to the rough roads leading you to the shore.
Also, there are no bars, no amenities and no service on this beach.
Guana Bay is a residential area, just a short drive from Philipsburg.
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| Pointe Blanche | Pointe Blanche is located at the Southeastern tip of Sint Maarten. There is not really a beach up there, thus not much swimming possible. But you can get nice views from this point. |  |
| Burgeaux Bay | Want
to get away from everyday life? This is the beach for you then. It
never gets busy due to its few access paths. Because it avoids strong
eastern winds, the water is rarely rough. The only obstacle can be
a few random rocks in the water.
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Sha Beach |
This
beach has all of the amenities needed for a great day on the beach.
From bars, lounge chairs, umbrellas to excursion boats and dive boats,
this island is ideal for just about anyone. So whether you want to
go parasailing or just relax on the beach, there is something for
an array of interests. |
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| Pelican Key | Known
for its clear waters, this beach is popular spot for beach strollers,
water sports and snorkeling. |
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