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Sint Maarten - Saint Martin has tropical beaches for every lifestyle. Secluded and private or busy with bars and water toys. Enjoy the famous clothing-optional Orient Beach.

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St. Maarten - St-Martin is known to offer the best jewelry shopping in the Caribbean. CLICK HERE for more >>>

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Maho Village, St. Maarten

Philipsburg, St. Maarten

"Take home our jewelry, have it appraised, then pay us." That's right! Leading jeweler Shiva's Gold + Gems is THAT confident of the unsurpassed quality and value of their jewelry.
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Philipsburg, St. Maarten

Philipsburg, St. Maarten

For over a quarter of a century, Ballerina Jewelers and its sister stores have showcased a global selection of the finest variety of watches and jewelry unmatched in quality and value.
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A trusted jeweler on SXM. A good reputation is the greatest of all assets for a business – and reputations travel the world. One modern way in which this manifests...
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Fine attention to detail, first-rate service, and exceptional value are qualities that have set Oro Diamanté apart for over two decades. They specialize in diamond jewelry...
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SHIVA'S GOLD + GEMS

Shop after hours at Maho Village and appreciate the amazing selection of fine jewelry and loose diamonds, Island Treasures Jewelers has in stock. Open 11AM to 10PM.
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Sint Maarten is called the most multicultural of all Caribbean Islands, with over one hundred nationalities living peacefully together. Many visitors say that ours is the most fun island, with the best restaurants, beach bars, and vibrant nightlife. Once you visit, you will find a lifestyle and a vacation experience very different from other tropical destinations.

SINT MAARTEN - SAINT MARTIN provides vacationers the opportunity to enjoy three distinct cultures on our tiny dot in the Caribbean Sea. There is the delightfulness and soberness of the Dutch on one side, the savoir-faire of the French on the other, and the blending of both with exotic native heritage.
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Hotels and Resorts We Love on St. Maarten and Statia

Hotels and Resorts We Love on St. Maarten and Statia

The Simpson Bay Resort & Marina is one of the flagship vacation playgrounds of Dutch Sint Maarten. This large resort stretches over many acres and offers a variety of accommodations, all of them are...

Mary's Boon Beach Resort and Spa maintained for decades its soul as St. Maarten's original Caribbean-style hotel. Once discovered, most guests return year after year to this charming hold-out of a...

The Holland House Beach Hotel is a St. Maarten landmark with a unique location right on Great Bay Beach in Philipsburg, the island's capital. Guests can directly walk out onto the gorgeous beach or...

The Belair is one of the quiet heroes of St. Maarten's hospitality landscape. Well-run, and without any public drama, this all-suite hotel is not often in the news, and if so, only for announcing...

The Old Gin House Hotel - A Journey to St. Eustatius's Historic Gem Are you looking for a perfect getaway in the Caribbean, where you can enjoy the best of nature, culture, and adventure? If so, you...

Your Gateway to St. Eustatius's Untamed Beauty Imagine yourself in a lush paradise, where you can enjoy majestic views of the Quill, a dormant volcano that rises above the island of St. Eustatius....

The Commodore Suites is an unusual all-apartment hotel, offering elegant studios, one and two-bedroom accommodations, complete with kitchenettes and a full assortment of cooking utensils. The...

St. Maarten Car Rentals We Trust

St. Maarten Car Rentals We Trust

Starlite Car Rental located in St.Maarten offers quick and convenient airport delivery & return service. This allows renters to skip the shuttle hassle and lines, and collect or return their vehicle...

Rental car rates in St. Maarten are among the lowest in the region! This island is dramatically different from other Caribbean vacation destinations, and we feel that a rental car is a must to get...

LEISURE CAR RENTAL literally is only a leisurely stroll away from the arrival hall of Princess Juliana International Airport. The company's main office is just outside airport premises. 'Leisure'...

For decades, Dollar/Thrifty Car Rental is regarded as the #1 Car Rental in St. Maarten/St. Martin, with the most beautiful facilities and an amazing selection of vehicle models to suit your every...

St. Maarten Restaurants

St. Maarten Restaurants

Cooking is her passion. Sherlyn Montclair turned her life-long love for the flavors of Caribbean cuisine into a career. Years ago, she started a catering service, delivering meals all over the...

It is a bit hidden , and this is why the name describes this restaurant pretty well. The Hideaway Restaurant is part of the cozy La Vista Resort, right at the beginning of the Pelican neighborhood...

Alina Sushi & Sake Bar , formerly located in Simpson Bay, just opened its new location in Maho. Chef and owner Ken Lin landed in St. Maarten by way of Anguilla, and has made a name for himself on...

The village of Grand Case presents itself as the culinary capital of the Caribbean. It takes hard work for the countless restaurants to return to pre-Irma glory. But by now, life has returned, and...

Sale e Pepe - A family restaurant worthy of the name: There is a bit of an Italian community in the Simpson Bay area and the beating heart of it is Sale e Pepe, a waterfront restaurant with outdoor...

It's where you can pick up a rotisserie chicken on your way home from work, have it delivered from our kitchen to yours in minutes, or kick back with friends and family in the restaurant to...

A massive craving for Sushi just hit you? Rush over to Ginger Sushi and Grill as long as seats are available. You will find expertly prepared Sushi in a cozy environment - this is what Ginger Sushi...

Way back , Buccaneers were not nice people. Lucky us that the age of seafaring pirates is over in this part of the world. And that Buccaneer Beach Bar is a friendly and safe place to hang out. Just...

The Rendez-Vous Lounge has become the location of choice for breakfast, lunch or dinner on St. Maarten's Western coast. Residents and visitors alike flock to this casual-elegant open-terrace cafe...

Top Carrot is an iconic vegetarian-friendly restaurant slash coffee shop focusing on healthy and very tasty breakfast and lunch dishes. Top Carrot is an iconic vegetarian-friendly restaurant slash...

Enjoy the gentle Caribbean evening breeze on the open terrace of Isola Ristorante Italiano while dining on authentic Italian cuisine. Or take a seat in the air-conditioned main dining room. Adjacent...

For decades, Lagoonies Bistro and Bar has been the preferred hang-out and watering hole of the sailing community. Located right on the shore of Simpson Bay Lagoon at Lagoon Marina, it is a tiny bit...

Open daily (except Tuesdays) for lunch and dinner, non-stop from 11 AM; Pineapple Pete is located only minutes from major hotels and 8 min from Marigot. Voted best on the island of Sint Maarten for...

Vesna Taverna is one of the firmly established eateries right in the center of Simpson Bay. It started out many years ago as 'The Bagel House' and quickly became the choice spot for island residents...

St. Maarten Jewelers - Where We Shop with Confidence

St. Maarten Jewelers - Where We Shop with Confidence

Welcome to DK Gems International, one of the most popular Sint Maarten jewelry stores. The family-owned and operated store has recently joined St-Maarten.com. For over two decades, DK Gems...

If you are looking for a memorable souvenir from your trip to St. Maarten, look no further than Ballerina Jewelers. Started by brothers Peter, James, and Mike Mirpuri alongside their father Sam...

"Take home our jewelry, have it appraised, then pay us." That's right! St. Maarten's leading jeweler Shiva's Gold + Gems is THAT confident of the unsurpassed quality and value of their jewelry. They...

Give Jewels and Beyond a try for your jewelry-shopping desires. You will find out that this long-established store at the Maho Shopping Plaza has a great selection of high-end jewelry, affordable...

Maho Village is the entertainment and shopping district close to St. Maarten's international airport. The Maho Shopping Plaza is home to Island Treasures Jewelers, trusted by many repeat visitors to...

A good reputation is the greatest of all assets for a business – and reputations travel the world. One modern way this manifests itself is user recommendations on TripAdvisor – and Joe’s Jewelry on...

JN Jewelers has served St Maarten residents and visitors since 1987. The store recently moved from its Philipsburg-Front Street location to the Maho Shopping Plaza. JN Jewelers at the Maho Shopping...

St. Maarten Beach Bars

St. Maarten Beach Bars

St. Maarten's favorite beach restaurant, serving gourmet-style dishes. (More photos in gallery on bottom of page.) Indigo Bay is stunning- and not just the view. A tucked away treasure between the...

A visit to the Drift Wood Boat Bar should be on everybody's Caribbean bucket list: Soaking up rays in the tropical sun while overlooking the turquoise Caribbean Sea, a Piña colada (made from fresh...

Admittedly, the premise is a bit absurd; but what do you do if you drive with an old school bus right onto a Caribbean beach and the bus breaks down? Here on St. Maarten, the answer is obvious: you...

Why 'I love SXM' Is the Only True Beach Bar in Philipsburg, Sint Maarten: This beach bar and restaurant is located right on the beach, no boardwalk separating guests from the Caribbean Sea. Walk...

The sand's color is bright, the sea displays the required Caribbean turquoise, and the palm trees sway in the breeze of the cooling trade winds... This is the location of The Boon Bar Bar right at...

St. Maarten - St. Martin Beaches

St. Maarten - St. Martin Beaches

Every hour, brightly painted local ferry boats shuttle visitors the few hundred yards from the mainland to this tiny picture-perfect tropical paradise. There are several beaches surrounding Ilet...

Conveniently close to the action of Simpson Bay with its resorts, restaurants, nightclubs and casinos, Kimsha Beach is one of the most central beaches on the island. Beach lounges and umbrellas can...

Just down the road from Maho Beach, this is a surfer's paradise, when the conditions are "right". Mullet Bay Beach borders on the island's only 18-hole golf course and is very popular with locals,...

Maho Beach has become one of the island's leading attractions: this is where the runway almost meets the beach, separated only by a narrow road and a flimsy fence. The location is also a great place...

Here you're invited to rid yourself of those tell-tale tan lines. You can swim and sunbathe unencumbered in your birthday suit. On the southern end of Orient Beach you'll find the clothing optional...

Cupecoy is Dutch St. Maarten's semi-official nude beach. Sandstone cliffs give Cupecoy beach a dramatic golden backdrop, unlike any other beach on the island. Protected from the wind, this beach is...

At one time , this area was famous for its families who made their living by fishing. There are still a few fishermen who shove off, hours before dawn, in search of "the one that got away". Today,...

One of the few areas on St-Martin not much effected by Hurricane Irma is Friar's Bay. Since this beautiful bay is well protected from the wind and heavy surf, it is ideal for the whole family....

Where to Party on St. Maarten - St. Martin

Where to Party on St. Maarten - St. Martin

At cocktail time , the island's power brokers, vacationers, and visiting business people mingle at the Ocean Lounge . Some enjoy their drinks right at the bar; others prefer the comfortable outdoor...

The Platinum Room is St. Maarten's elegant answer to adult entertainment. The club is located in Maho Village, which is considered to be the island's premium nightspot with many restaurants, bars,...

The Red Piano is among the most famous bars on St. Maarten, situated in the center of the Pelican Key in between the Simpson Bay Resort and Flamingo Resort and right behind the Hollywood Casino....

Lotus is the island's leading dance and nightclub and has become St. Maarten's party central. Since the club opened its doors in the Simpson Bay area, the heartbeat of the island's nightlife is now...

On top of the hill at Billy Folly Road, leading to several large resorts and the posh Pelican Key neighborhood, is the Hollywood Casino. This cozy boutique casino offers all table games and a broad...

Part of St. Maarten's cosmopolitan lifestyle is a 'live and let live' attitude, with freedom and tolerance not to be found on any other Caribbean island. Those, who are searching for 'Grown up'...

Visit Other Islands Close to St. Maarten

Visit Other Islands Close to St. Maarten

The island nation of St. Kitts and Nevis is just 100 kilometers or about 60 miles away from Sint Maarten. Unfortunately, this distance is just a tad too far to visit this unique island federation on...

The Caribbean is home to many popular tourist destinations known for their beaches, resorts, and vibrant culture. Yet, nestled among these tropical islands is one that remains relatively unknown to...

On most days, the 'Jungle Island' of Saba can be seen from St. Maarten's southern beaches. A tall, steep mountain rises out of the ocean, its top often covered by a mysterious cloud. Only 5 square...

Only five miles off St. Martin's Northern coast, the 35 square mile British island of Anguilla shares many cultural and family ties with its neighbor. Discovered in 1495 by Christopher Columbus,...

Formerly a Swedish colony, St. Barths is today a French Territory and has developed into a jet-set hot spot with small luxury hotels, great restaurants and bars and many elegant vacation villas....

St. Maarten - St. Martin Real Estate

St. Maarten - St. Martin Real Estate

The Dutch side of the island Sint Maarten is leading the strong real estate market. Around the coast, new luxury developments are being constructed. There are new gated communities with waterfront...

Known for years as the Caribbean's most exciting vacation destination, the island has now been discovered by upscale real estate buyers and is fast developing into one of the world's most...

Investors not living and working on the island will find it a bit more difficult to get local bank financing. Most property is sold for cash, but owner financing is frequently available as well....

Close geographical proximity of several world-renowned offshore centers allows it to structure an offshore investment solution without much traveling and cost. Representatives of Anguillian law...

French St Martin covers the northern two thirds of the island. Governed from the much larger island of Guadeloupe, St Martin is a fully European territory and follows the same standards and laws as...