Tensions between the Netherlands and Spain were already high due to the ongoing Eighty Years' War, and in 1633 the Spanish captured St. Martin and drove off the Dutch colonists.

Get the experience of visiting two island colonies in the same 37 square miles. St. Martin's spicy blend of Caribbean, French, and Dutch cultures matches its physical diversity: the island is …

The island of St Maarten / St Martin boasts breathtaking shorelines, the prettiest beaches and bluest waters in the Caribbean, exciting nightlife, world-class shopping and an inspiring arts …

Guide to the best hotels and things to do in St. Martin - St. Maarten. Maps, travel tips and more.

Land, Sea or Air, St. Maarten is the island to do it all. No matter your age or interest. Known as the smallest landmass to consist of two nations, and home of the "Friendly People", St. …

Dec 9, 2025 · Located in the Lesser Antilles among the northernmost Leeward Islands, Sint Maarten enjoys a tropical climate with average temperatures ranging from 74℉ (23 ℃) to 90℉ …

Discover an island shared between the French and Dutch Caribbean. The French side is called Saint Martin in French, and the Dutch side is called Sint Maarten. Cross the symbolic border to …

Nov 15, 2025 · Sint Maarten, country within the Kingdom of the Netherlands in the Lesser Antilles, northeastern Caribbean Sea. It occupies the southern third of the island of Saint Martin. The …

Official portal for the Caribbean island of St. Maarten - St. Martin. Find the best hotels, restaurants, excursions, shopping, and all island information here.

Destination St-Martin, it is your passion that drives us. St Maarten – two Caribbean islands for the price of one! A mere three-hour flight from Miami and part of the cluster of Caribbean islands, …