Saint Martin

Saint Martin has plenty of fantastic restaurants located all over the island, with many making great use of its renowned sea views with coastside al fresco dining opportunites. If you are hoping to sample some of the local flavor whilst on your vacation, give Yvette's Restaurant, or The Palms Restraurant a try, both offering wonderful authentic cuisine, including sea food. If you're celebrating a special occasion, then we recomment a visit to the Bistrot Caraibes which offers European cuisine, Jax Steakhouse & Cocktail Bar for American steakhouse fare, and we highly recommend the highly rated La Villa Restaurant, which is another European offering with decadent interiors.

First and foremost, the beaches in Saint Martin are one of the main reasons so many choose to make this island their vacation spot. With endless stretches of pristine coastline, you have an abundance of choice when it comes to deciding which velvet patch of sand you want to settle in to, to enjoy the incredible Saint Martin sunshine. From the popular Baie Longue, picturesque Plum Bay, idyllic Simpson Bay, and the wondeful Happy Bay, you could easily fill up a whole vacation simply by visiting these wonderful seaside spots.

And with such wonderful beaches, you can expect plenty of opportunites to dive into some water sports, if you are more of a thrill-seeker than a lounger. From private boat hire and jet ski tours to explore magical, other-worldly coves, to snorkeling trips to visit some vibrant reefs, you will find it all here on Saint Martin.

Airports

Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM) is the main airport on the Caribbean island of Saint Martin. On the French side of the Island is the Saint Martin's second airport, Grand Case-Espérance Airport (SFG). This second airport mainly services regional passengers flying to Guadeloupe and Saint Barth, as well as private aircraft.

Taxis

Taxis are readily available at the Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM) and cruise ship facility. Although unmetered, taxis on Saint Martin must follow official taxi travel rates. It's worth noting that Uber and other rideshare companies do not currently operate on the island.

Buses

St. Martin offers a reliable and frequent bus service, for a an inexpensive way to get around the island.

Driving

There is one principal road around Saint Martin, with secondary roads leading into residential areas. Many of the main roads are narrow, making traffic jams common. Cars drive on the right-hand side. One important traffic rule to note is that traffic coming from the right has the right-of-way. Either a French or International Driver's License is sufficient to drive on Saint Martin.

Car hire

Saint Martin features a host of popular car hire companies. Most tourists choose to rent a car during their vacation, for the ultimate freedom when looking to explore.