


This Dutch side is an active mix of modern commercialism and immaculate beaches. It's a great place for people who like to participate in lots of outdoor activities, whether plunging into the Caribbean to snorkel and water ski, or basking in the bright sunshine and refreshing trade winds during a round of tennis or golf. St. Maarten's capital is Philipsburg, which bustles with duty-free shopping, quality dining, and an active nightlife, including the only casinos on the island.
This French side tends to emphasize comfort and elegance. The perfect beaches are secluded, the luxury resorts provide lavish accommodations, and the restaurants offer some of the finest dining in the Caribbean. The latest French fashions can be found in the many shops, and the smell of fresh croissants and pastries mixes everywhere with the spicy aromas of West Indian cooking. Small cafés and lively bistros add a decidedly Gallic, cosmopolitan flair to the place.
St Maarten.
23 Walter Nisbeth Road, Imperial Building, Philipsburg, St Maarten, phone 5-22337, fax 5-22734.
675 3rd Avenue, New York, NY 10017, phone 212-953 2084, fax 212-953 2145, email info@st-maarten.com.
St Martin.
Port de Marigot, 97150 Marigot, St. Martin, phone 5-90-87-5721, fax 5-90-87-5643.
645 N. Michigan Avenue, Suite 3360, Chicago, IL 60611, phone 312-751-7800.
2305 Cedar Spring Road, Dallas, TX 75201.
9454 Wilshire Boulevard, Beverly Hills, CA 90212, phone 310-271-6665.
444 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10022, phone 914-398-3486.