St Martin is 21 square miles (54 sq km) of French territory with a strikingly French way of life. The currency, language, goods in the shops, escargot and frog legs in the restaurants and the pastries and breads in the bakeries, cars, fashions and the sheer style – it’s all unashamedly French, with the added Caribbean attraction of superb beaches on which to spend the hot, sunny days. 

Please note that both St.Maarten & St. Martin exists on one small island. The Dutch half the island and the French the other half. The Frech side is widely known as the more formal side of the island. You can rent a car and drive the entire island both Dutch/French without any problems

THINGS TO DO

Fort Lois: built in 1789 it is the main historical building with a wonderful view overlooking the capital.

Paradise Pic: the highest point of the island 1,400ft

“On the Trail of the Arawaks” Museum: is a historical & cultural patrimony of the island.

Loterie Farms Ecocenter: the islands only private nature reserve

The Butterfly Farm: where you can walk amongst rare & exotic butterflies.

Colombier: a passage way to “old St Martin”

“The Old House” Museum: located on an ancient eighteenth century sugar plantation you’ll discover what life was like on a sugar plantation and the adventures of Rhum.

Orient Beach: where clothing is an option and the premier location for windsurfing, jet skiing and even parascending!

Shopping: Along the Harbor in Marigot you will find tons on wonderful boutiques filled with duty- free jewels and other high fashion merchandise. Return here for Market Day when the vendors fill the lots with everything you could possibly imagine, a hagglers dream! Also visit the Marina Port Royale. It’s an amazing shopping complex, including French & Italian designers shops.

CUISINE

In the village of Grande Case fine eateries are awaiting your arrival. Amongst the “culinary palaces” you will find your “lolos”, your standard beach shack where you can feast on local cuisine for around $10. Visit the lowland area called Sandy Ground to Marigot and Nettle, the restaurants are spectacular.

MARRIAGE REQUIREMENTS

Original birth certificate or copy with raised seal; certificate of good conduct; certificate of single standing; residency card; medical certificate issued within 3 months of event; French translation of English all language documents. Blood test required.

Contact: St. Martin Tourist Office at 877-956-1234
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