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Travel ideas for Sint Maarten
Explore the Dutch side of Saint Martin: Maho Beach and its planes, Philipsburg, Caribbean beaches and viewpoints above the sea.
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What to discover in Sint Maarten
- Maho Beach: The beach beside Princess Juliana Airport offers views of approaching aircraft. Follow safety signs and stay away from the airport fence and engine blast.
- Philipsburg and Front Street: Explore the Dutch side’s capital among shops, colorful houses and the landmark Courthouse. The cruise port is one of its main gateways.
- Great Bay Beach and Boardwalk: Pair the beach in front of Philipsburg with a waterfront stroll, restaurants and views of boats in the bay.
- Mullet Bay: Discover a broad curve of sand beside the golf course. Palm trees and turquoise water create a scenic setting; surf varies with conditions.
- Simpson Bay: Walk along its long beach and explore the area’s restaurants and marinas. It is another base for discovering the Dutch coast.
- Fort Amsterdam: The ruins of this fort stand between Great Bay and Little Bay, overlooking Philipsburg and the sea. Check access through Divi Little Bay.
- Cupecoy: Take in small coves beneath sandstone cliffs and western sunsets. Check sea and access conditions before approaching the water.
- Sentry Hill: Rainforest Adventures’ Soualiga Sky Explorer chairlift offers panoramic views from the mountain. Check tickets, opening hours and activity requirements before booking.
For a cruise stop: use Philipsburg, Front Street and Great Bay as your starting point. If adding Maho Beach, confirm transport and allow for traffic based on your cruise line’s boarding time.
For a longer stay: plan one outing around Maho and Mullet Bay and another around Fort Amsterdam and Sentry Hill. Set aside time for Simpson Bay or Cupecoy and adjust beach visits to sea conditions.
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Official tourism sources for Sint Maarten
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- Maho and aircraft views · Tourist Bureau
- Maho Beach and safety · SHTA
- Philipsburg and heritage · Tourist Bureau
- Philipsburg, Great Bay and Boardwalk · SHTA
- Mullet Bay · SHTA
- Simpson Bay · SHTA
- Fort Amsterdam · SHTA
- Cupecoy · SHTA
- Sentry Hill and Rainforest Adventures · SHTA
- Port and cruise arrivals · Port St. Maarten
- Transport on the Dutch side · Tourist Bureau
- Official Sint Maarten tourism
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