Is it safe to walk around St Maarten?
St Maarten is generally considered a safe place to visit, but as with any tourist destination there are some general safety precautions you should take St Martin is one of the safest warm weather climate (outside US) locations to visit
What is St Maarten best known for?
Sint Maarten’s Dutch side, which is often misspelled as St Marteen is known for its casinos, jewelry-making, drinks made with guavaberry liquors (rum), and festive nightlife The island’s French side is known for its stunning views, shopping, nude beaches, French Caribbean cuisine, and Loterie Farm
Is Sint Maarten expensive?
The island is one of the cheaper to reach from both North America and Europe, and there are many direct flights from both continents Prices in general tend to be in the mid-range for the Caribbean, so it’s not ideal for budget travelers unless you find a good package deal in advance
How much money should I take to St Maarten?
The average price of a 7-day trip to Saint Martin is $1,818 for a solo traveler, $3,265 for a couple, and $6,121 for a family of 4
Can I drive in St Maarten?
A French or international driver’s license is required to drive anywhere on the island A main road circles the island and smaller roads provide access to the neighborhoods and beaches Overall, driving is stress-free despite the occasional traffic jam in high tourist season due to a limited number of roads
Is St Maarten safe at night?
The main tourist areas are generally safe, but you should take sensible precautions Avoid remote areas at night Do not take valuables to the beach
Does St Martin have waterfalls?
Martin In Passeier – San Martino In Passiria However you get there, waterfalls are breathtaking places, and you have 9 beautiful waterfalls to choose from around St Martin In Passeier – San Martino In Passiria
Which side is better St Maarten?
Beaches: With much more unspoiled shoreline than Sint Maarten, the French side definitely has the advantage for beaches, with popular Orient Bay Beach drawing crowds, and the peaceful Friar’s Bay and appropriately named Happy Bay providing all the white sands and blue waters you’d expect on a Caribbean visit
Is there Uber in St Maarten?
No Uber/Lyft Rental cars are the most preferred, and cost-efficient, way of transport on the island if you’re gonna be there awhile and want to explore
Can you use American money in St Maarten?
The official currency of Sint Maarten (Dutch Side) is the Antillean Guilder or Florin (fls) Guilders are only accepted on the Dutch side while Euros are usually only used on the French side due to the steep exchange rate US Dollars are used absolutely everywhere but much less on the French side
Do you need a car on St Maarten?
Maarten is in a rental car But really, outside of walking, just about any means of navigating between the French and Dutch sides of the island is manageable Having a car will allow you more mobility and you’ll find reasonable rental rates The island buses also cater to tourists and are fairly cheap to ride
How much is a beer in St Martin?
Cost of Living in Sint Maarten Restaurants Edit Domestic Beer (1 pint draught) 350$ Imported Beer (12 oz small bottle) 500$ Cappuccino (regular) 424$ Coke/Pepsi (12 oz small bottle) 227$
Can I drink tap water in St Martin?
Re: Can you drink the tap water on St Maarten? Yes, tap water is safe for drinking With that in mind we like to purchase a case of bottle water and find that the local bottled water, bottled on the Island is quite good and inexpensive 3
Can I use my credit card in St Maarten?
Major credit cards –American Express, Visa and MasterCard- are accepted in most places Visitors need to check with individual merchants, as some stores and restaurants may not accept credit cards US Dollar traveler’s checks are accepted everywhere with identification
Is Saint Martin Rich?
As an island in the Caribbean Sea, Saint Martin enjoys the kind of weather and natural geography that supports tourismEconomy of Saint Martin (island) Statistics Population 38,247 Dutch side – 36,992 French side GDP $1394 billion ($7947 million Sint Maarten/$599 million Saint Martin) (2008 est, nominal)
Are taxis safe in St Maarten?
1 Re: Taxis from port, are they safe? Yes, taking taxis is a safe way to travel
Are there taxis in St Martin?
Martin Most visitors use taxis at some point to get around the island Taxis are plentiful at Princess Juliana International Airport; taxi stands are conveniently located just outside the airport Arrivals section
How much does a taxi cost in St Maarten?
Taxi Rates on SXM: Princess Juliana International Airport to Philipsburg $20 and from Bobby’s Marina $25 Princess Juliana International Airport to Marigot $20 and Concordia or Sandy Ground $25 Princess Juliana International Airport to Grand Case, Orient Bay, Anse Marcel $35
Are there sharks in St Martin?
Although tiger sharks occur in the region, they spend most of their time offshore in deeper water and are rarely recorded close to shore Unfortunately, there have been two incidents in previous months involving negative shark-human interactions: one in Sint Maarten and one in Saint Kitts
Do you tip in St Maarten?
You should use the same tipping as the US and give 15-20% to your wait staff On the French side of the Island there usually is a 15% surcharge automatically added to your bill listed as Tax or SC Tipping your tour guide between 10%-15% is advisable in St Maarten
Are there wild monkeys in St Maarten?
DAWN BEACH — Vervet monkeys appear to be taking over St Maarten Research by Nature Foundation into the monkey population found various breeding individuals and numerous infants The monkeys have been known to act aggressively if they feel threatened and can also have a negative effect on our local flora and fauna