Location: 240 km / 150 miles southeast of Puerto Rico,
between Anguilla and St Bart . The island is the smallest
landmass to be shared by two separate governments (St
Maarten, Dutch Antilles).
Area: 54 sq km / 21 sq miles.
Climate: Normally hot and humid, but with trade winds.
Temperatures average 26C / 79°F. Driest February -April, with
rain season August-November.
Time: Atlantic Standard Time, US EST -1, GMT -4.
Population: 27 000.
Language: English and French.
Religions: Christians.
Capital: Marigot.
Government: Saint Martin is a commune of Guadeloupe, an
overseas territory of France.
Entry Requirements: Visiting Saint Martin as tourist for
maximum 90 days must submit one of following
documentation:
- A valid travel document.
- Return or onward ticket and other documents required for
the next destination.
- The necessary documents for returning to the country of
origin (valid permanent resident document).
- Proof of sufficient funds to stay in Saint Martin.
Currency: Euro and US Dollar.
Banking Hours: Mo-Th 8:00am-1:00pm and 2:00pm-3:00pm,
Friday 8:00am-1:00pm.
Medical Treatment / Health care: As protection against the
tropical sun, a sun protection lotion, sunglasses and a hat
are recommended. Saint Martin has no malaria or similar
tropical diseases. No vaccination certificates are required. All
visitors to Saint Martin should arrange their own travel
insurance before entry. In case of emergency: Hospital de
Marigot on the French side, and the St. Maarten Medical
Center on the Dutch side. For less serious incidents, avoid a
trip to a St. Martin hospital and stop in at one of the local
pharmacies in Philipsburg or Marigot.
Eat and drink freely.
Drinking Water: Water from tap is purified. Bottled water is
available everywhere.
What to Wear: Casual tropical wear. Beware of strong
sunshine. Some restaurants prohibit shorts or sandals.
Bathing suits belong to the beach.
What to Bring: Camera batteries, sunscreen, disposable
diapers, sporting goods and books are all generally more
expensive on Barbados. Local stores carry a good selection
of most items.
Cellular phones / Internet: Cell phones from the US, Canada
and some European countries normally work. However, it's
always advisable to call your service provider before you leave
your county of origin. Direct international call from hotel room,
hotel internet service and internet cafés.
What to buy: Great shopping in Philipsburg (Dutch side), the
only completely duty-free port in the Caribbean.
Tipping: It is customary to tip porters $1 per bag, and taxi
drivers 10-15% of the fare. Restaurants include service
charge to the bill.
Transport: Daily ferry’s to Anguilla and St Bart. To get around
on Saint Martin/St Maarten it’s recommended to rent a car.
Though, almost every hotel offer complementary shuttle
service to Casinos on the Dutch side.
Traffic: Drive to the right! Roads are in good condition.
Driving License: Foreign and international licenses are
accepted.
Electricity: 220V / 50Hz. European plug with two circular
metal pins
Criminality: Saint Martin is in general considered to be a safe
and secure tourist destination. However, this doesn’t mean
that you should not take the obvious measures of course: use
the hotel’s safe for any valuables, precious jewelries, cash,
etc; don’t leave wallets, purses, cameras, etc out of sight; don’
t leave valuables visible in your parked car, or on the beach.
Note: It is prohibited to collect and export any kind of coral
stones and shells!
between Anguilla and St Bart . The island is the smallest
landmass to be shared by two separate governments (St
Maarten, Dutch Antilles).
Area: 54 sq km / 21 sq miles.
Climate: Normally hot and humid, but with trade winds.
Temperatures average 26C / 79°F. Driest February -April, with
rain season August-November.
Time: Atlantic Standard Time, US EST -1, GMT -4.
Population: 27 000.
Language: English and French.
Religions: Christians.
Capital: Marigot.
Government: Saint Martin is a commune of Guadeloupe, an
overseas territory of France.
Entry Requirements: Visiting Saint Martin as tourist for
maximum 90 days must submit one of following
documentation:
- A valid travel document.
- Return or onward ticket and other documents required for
the next destination.
- The necessary documents for returning to the country of
origin (valid permanent resident document).
- Proof of sufficient funds to stay in Saint Martin.
Currency: Euro and US Dollar.
Banking Hours: Mo-Th 8:00am-1:00pm and 2:00pm-3:00pm,
Friday 8:00am-1:00pm.
Medical Treatment / Health care: As protection against the
tropical sun, a sun protection lotion, sunglasses and a hat
are recommended. Saint Martin has no malaria or similar
tropical diseases. No vaccination certificates are required. All
visitors to Saint Martin should arrange their own travel
insurance before entry. In case of emergency: Hospital de
Marigot on the French side, and the St. Maarten Medical
Center on the Dutch side. For less serious incidents, avoid a
trip to a St. Martin hospital and stop in at one of the local
pharmacies in Philipsburg or Marigot.
Eat and drink freely.
Drinking Water: Water from tap is purified. Bottled water is
available everywhere.
What to Wear: Casual tropical wear. Beware of strong
sunshine. Some restaurants prohibit shorts or sandals.
Bathing suits belong to the beach.
What to Bring: Camera batteries, sunscreen, disposable
diapers, sporting goods and books are all generally more
expensive on Barbados. Local stores carry a good selection
of most items.
Cellular phones / Internet: Cell phones from the US, Canada
and some European countries normally work. However, it's
always advisable to call your service provider before you leave
your county of origin. Direct international call from hotel room,
hotel internet service and internet cafés.
What to buy: Great shopping in Philipsburg (Dutch side), the
only completely duty-free port in the Caribbean.
Tipping: It is customary to tip porters $1 per bag, and taxi
drivers 10-15% of the fare. Restaurants include service
charge to the bill.
Transport: Daily ferry’s to Anguilla and St Bart. To get around
on Saint Martin/St Maarten it’s recommended to rent a car.
Though, almost every hotel offer complementary shuttle
service to Casinos on the Dutch side.
Traffic: Drive to the right! Roads are in good condition.
Driving License: Foreign and international licenses are
accepted.
Electricity: 220V / 50Hz. European plug with two circular
metal pins
Criminality: Saint Martin is in general considered to be a safe
and secure tourist destination. However, this doesn’t mean
that you should not take the obvious measures of course: use
the hotel’s safe for any valuables, precious jewelries, cash,
etc; don’t leave wallets, purses, cameras, etc out of sight; don’
t leave valuables visible in your parked car, or on the beach.
Note: It is prohibited to collect and export any kind of coral
stones and shells!
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Things To Do Dining out In Marigot and elsewhere on the French side, dining out is a real experience. There are a variety of French, international and local cuisine. Daytrip There are scheduled, daily boat trips to neighbor islands Anguilla (probably Caribbean’s most beautiful beaches), St Bart (a former Swedish colony, now a place for jet sets and celebrities). Spending a day at each island, so different in character, really adds value to your vacation. Sailing & Yacht Charter Saint Martin is ideal located, within short distance to Anguilla, St Bart, Saba and St Eustatia. Destinations to explore by private chartered sailing boat or motor yacht. Shopping Great, duty-free shopping in Philipsburg (Dutch side capital). In Marigot, you find exclusive French brands of jewelry and fashion. Grand Case Known for its gingerbread style architecture, the little fisherman’s village also offers a memorable dining experience. Diving & Snorkeling |
Saint Martin a la carte SAINT MARTIN – Oui! Vi håller oss på franska sidan av denna lilla ö (världens minsta territorium som delas av två stater). Det är på franska sidan du hittar de charmigaste hotellen, bästa maten och mysigaste beacherna. Vill du shoppa skattefritt eller pröva lyckan på Kasino, ja då är det bara minuter från hotellet till den mer livliga holländska sidan av ön. Det är också på holländska sidan somkryssningsfartygen lägger till. Alltså: perfekt att kombinera några dagar på Saint Martin med en lyxig kryssning i Västindien. Eller, varför inte göra en rundresa till närliggande St. Barths, Anguilla och Antigua! Vi hjälper dig med bästa arrangemangen. Marquis Resort & Spa är ett 4-stjärnigt, lyxigt och mycket charmigt boutique-hotell med bara ett fåtal rum och sviter, med Saint Martins kanske vackraste läge ovanför den privata beachen Anse Marcel. Marquis är känt för sin utmärkta, personliga service. Som så mycket annat i Västindien, rekommenderar vi varmt Marquis för en romantisk semester. Från de mycket rymliga rummen har man spektakulär utsikt över havet och grannön Anguilla. Du tar lätt trapporna ner till den privata, intima beachen - eller åker med hotellets shuttlebuss. I grannskapet finns flera mycket bra restauranger som hotellet samarbetar med. Hotellets sport/ fitness center står till gästernas gratis förfogande, och på SPA- anläggningen kan du ge dig själv vad du förtjänar. Rummen: King size eller två Queen size bäddar, sittavdelning med soffa, cd- och dvd-spelare, AC, minibar, säkerhetsbox, telefon, TV, wireless internet (fritt), badkappa, badrum (marmor) med badkar & sep toalett. Alla rum och sviter har privat terrass. 1 vecka på Saint Martin från 15,965 kr Erbjudandet includerar: Flyg Skandinavien-St. Maarten ToR (prisexempel med KLM från Stockholm), 7 nätter i delat Deluxe rum, Continental frukost, Transfers från och till flygplatsen på St Maarten, samtliga skatter. Kontakta oss om fler hotell på Saint Martin och andra erbjudanden i Västindien. Bokning och förfrågan: info@absolutecaribbean.com |
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