Two countries, one island, a thousand flavors
An island shared by France and the Netherlands, Saint-Martin's 88 km² are home to thirty-seven beaches, the Caribbean's densest network of private villas and Grand Case, considered the gastronomic capital of the Antilles. A direct flight from Paris in less than nine hours, two atmospheres within a thirty-minute drive of each other.
Caraïbes Luxury Vacations takes care of your entire stay, from transfers to accommodations, catering and activities, for a seamless, stress-free experience.
Saint-Martin is accessible by direct flight from many major cities. From United States Miami (3h40), New York (4h40), Newark (4h15), Atlanta (4h15), Charlotte (3h55). From the Canada Montreal and Toronto (around 4h35-4h45). From the’Europe Paris CDG with Air France and Paris Orly with Air Caraïbes (approx. 8.30 hours). Unlike Saint-Barthélemy, no connecting flights are required to reach the island.
The dry season runs from December to April temperatures between 24 and 29°C, sea temperature at 26°C, rare rainfall. The ideal window recommended by our teams is February-March, after the vacations and before Easter. The official hurricane season runs from June 1 to November 30, with an increased risk from August to October.
No visa required for nationals and the European Union French identity card or valid passport. For American, Canadian, British, Australian and New Zealand nationals: no visa required for tourist stays of less than 90 days, passport valid for more than 6 months required. On the Dutch side (Sint-Maarten), the rules of the autonomous country of the Kingdom of the Netherlands apply, outside the Schengen area.
On the French side, the official currency is the’euro, Visa and Mastercard accepted everywhere. On the Dutch side, the official currency is the Antillean florin. US dollar is used everywhere in practice. For luxury stays, the euro is widely accepted on both sides. For tax-free shopping in Philipsburg, bring a card with no conversion fees or a few dollars.
The minimum consistent format is 5 nights to make the most of the island and sample some of Grand Case's finest restaurants. Our advice for a real immersion experience: 7 to 10 nights, Often combined with a stopover in Saint-Barthélemy (2 to 4 nights) or Anguilla. For Christmas and New Year, book 10 to 12 months in advance, especially for Terres Basses villas and signature addresses.
Yes, the reconstruction of the tourist infrastructure is now complete. All the major hotels have reopened, the last one in 2024 on Dawn Beach. The villas on Terres Basses and Orient Bay have been rebuilt to enhanced anti-cyclonic standards. Tourism has been fully operational since 2022, with visitor numbers higher than before the hurricane.
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