St. Martin is located in the northeastern Caribbean. Less than 200 miles east of Puerto Rico, it is one of the few islands that hosts two different nations. The Dutch portion of the island is located in the south and is referred to as St. Maarten while the northern portion is French and is called St. Martin. The island has fewer than 80,000 permanent residents with the population roughly equal in the north and the south.
Reaching St. Martin and St. Maarten holiday homes by air involves arriving at Princess Juliana International Airport.
Attractions of the Dutch and French Sides
The Dutch side of St. Martin is well-known for the beauty of its beaches and the excitement to be had in its nightclubs and casinos. Tourists on the Dutch portion of the island should be sure to try the exotic drinks available, many of them made with guava berry liqueurs prepared with rum.
The French side of the island, in contrast, offers visitors a chance to try nude sunbathing. Other attractions include shopping in vibrant outdoor markets and dining in restaurants that specialize in a cuisine incorporating both French and Caribbean traditions.
The most common way for visitors to get around is by private rental car. While major roads are kept in good repair, tourists should be aware that smaller roads may require a four-wheel drive vehicle. Some of the loveliest and most secluded beaches on St. Martin can only be accessed via these smaller roads.
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