There are many place is this world one would love seeing, but some are more than others. St Maarten has two different spellings, the first comes from Dutch and Saint Martin is from the French but it is generally referred to as The Friendly Island. This little island is divided between the French which is about fifty three square meters wide and the Kingdom of Netherlands which is about thirty four square kilometers wide. The population from both sides are very much the same.
The Simpson Bag Lagoon is home to many different yachts that are anchored in sheltered waters or luxury marinas. It is known as the world's most outrageous home for mega yachts. If one is into sailing, a yacht can be chartered for a few days or even if one prefers catamarans, fishing boats or Boston Whalers these are available either with or without a crew and captain.
One activity that needs to be done is the Snorkeling shore excursion. The duration is about two and a half hours where one can head a two person inflatable water boat to view the amazing scenery of the beaches or snorkel at Happy Bay or Baie Rouge to see the exotic marine life. The main boat will be close at hand to offer something cool to drink and where the snorkeling equipment will be kept until desired.
The first phase is only a short one and it is to upgrade all amenities and improve the level of service at different points. The widening and strengthening of the runways as well as increasing the volume of the taxiways have been dealt with as well. This phase was completed in 2001.
During ones stay there will be an opportunity to kite surf. Lessons will be given by experienced instructors where they will show one how to lift and steer as well as to body drag. Once given the all clear standing on the board with the wind taking you away one can feel totally free. As each lesson is personalized to give undivided attention they are limited to two people at a time.
Traveling between the two territories is done freely as there are no real borders and both ports are duty free. There is no customs procedure and any tobacco, cameras etc are allowed as long as they are in small amounts. Pets that are more than three years old are allowed as long as their declaration of health card is up to date and has been issued by a vet. All vaccines must be done with a complete record as well.
In order to visit all passengers must have a completed an immigration form which is handed to each person while still in the air. They need to be filled out truthfully with an exact address where one will be staying. Each visitor will need to have a valid passport as well as a return ticket.
Happy Bay beach on the French side of the island is fairly empty. There are no restaurants but plenty of palm trees, sea and sand. This beach is for those that prefer to be where nature takes over but it is advisable to leave before dark as there is no help if an accident happens once the sun sets.
The Simpson Bag Lagoon is home to many different yachts that are anchored in sheltered waters or luxury marinas. It is known as the world's most outrageous home for mega yachts. If one is into sailing, a yacht can be chartered for a few days or even if one prefers catamarans, fishing boats or Boston Whalers these are available either with or without a crew and captain.
One activity that needs to be done is the Snorkeling shore excursion. The duration is about two and a half hours where one can head a two person inflatable water boat to view the amazing scenery of the beaches or snorkel at Happy Bay or Baie Rouge to see the exotic marine life. The main boat will be close at hand to offer something cool to drink and where the snorkeling equipment will be kept until desired.
The first phase is only a short one and it is to upgrade all amenities and improve the level of service at different points. The widening and strengthening of the runways as well as increasing the volume of the taxiways have been dealt with as well. This phase was completed in 2001.
During ones stay there will be an opportunity to kite surf. Lessons will be given by experienced instructors where they will show one how to lift and steer as well as to body drag. Once given the all clear standing on the board with the wind taking you away one can feel totally free. As each lesson is personalized to give undivided attention they are limited to two people at a time.
Traveling between the two territories is done freely as there are no real borders and both ports are duty free. There is no customs procedure and any tobacco, cameras etc are allowed as long as they are in small amounts. Pets that are more than three years old are allowed as long as their declaration of health card is up to date and has been issued by a vet. All vaccines must be done with a complete record as well.
In order to visit all passengers must have a completed an immigration form which is handed to each person while still in the air. They need to be filled out truthfully with an exact address where one will be staying. Each visitor will need to have a valid passport as well as a return ticket.
Happy Bay beach on the French side of the island is fairly empty. There are no restaurants but plenty of palm trees, sea and sand. This beach is for those that prefer to be where nature takes over but it is advisable to leave before dark as there is no help if an accident happens once the sun sets.
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