Maho Beach St. Maarten: Complete Guide Before Visit

Planning a trip to St. Maarten? If you are coming on a cruise ship and only have 1 day to spare, check out our 1-day travel itinerary for SXM to cover the top sights. However, if you’re so lucky that you get to spend a whole week on St. Maarten, you’ll have plenty of time to explore both the laid-back French and the vibrant Dutch side of the island and visit all the main attractions.

It’s been more than a year since Hurricane Irma hit the beaches of St. Maarten and the island has shown a quick, steady recovery. The nature has remained unchanged and is awaiting returning and first-time visitors with its stunning beaches. This half Dutch, half French island is the home of no less than 37 spectacular beaches, should you fancy a refreshing swim on a hot day.

There’s no shortage of uniqueness in St. Maarten, a quaint little island country in the Caribbean. The island itself is already divided between two worlds: the French overseas collectivity and the Kingdom of the Netherlands. These two very different cultures share this little island in Paradise. But it is not only the cultural diversity that makes this gorgeous island unique. There are plenty of other exceptional things to explore.

St. Martin is a unique combination of two cultures spiced with some beautiful nature and amazing views. Get a taste of both countries, learn about the differences between the two sides and explore the breathtaking views this island has to offer with our 1-day itinerary.