Sint Maarten is the Dutch half of the smallest island shared by two nations—the other half is French Saint-Martin. The island is famous for Maho Beach, where jets land just meters above sunbathers' heads at Princess Juliana International Airport. Philipsburg offers duty-free shopping along Front Street and a beautiful boardwalk. The French side features clothing-optional Orient Beach, the charming village of Marigot, and excellent French-Caribbean cuisine. The island is a major cruise port and offers great snorkeling and sailing.
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US, Canadian, UK, and EU citizens can enter visa-free for up to 90 days on the Dutch side. The island is divided between France (Saint-Martin) and the Netherlands (Sint Maarten), and visitors can freely cross between both sides.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many airports are in Sint Maarten?
AirportsNow covers 1 airports in Sint Maarten. The busiest is Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM) with 1.8M passengers per year.
What is the busiest airport in Sint Maarten?
Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM) in Philipsburg is the busiest airport in Sint Maarten, handling approximately 1.8M passengers annually.
Do I need a visa to visit Sint Maarten?
US, Canadian, UK, and EU citizens can enter visa-free for up to 90 days on the Dutch side. The island is divided between France (Saint-Martin) and the Netherlands (Sint Maarten), and visitors can freely cross between both sides.
When is the best time to visit Sint Maarten?
The best time to visit Sint Maarten is December to April is the peak season with the best weather. The island sits in the hurricane belt, so June to November carries some risk, but September and October are the months of highest concern. The shoulder seasons offer good deals..