Official Language:
Dutch in St. Maarten
Secondary Language:
French in St. Martin
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Currency:
Dutch side is Netherlands Antilles florin.
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Population:
Approximately 32,000 people call the dutch side of
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Weather:
Climate and current weather information for St Maarten: best time to visit St Maarten high season is traditionally winter, from December 15 to April 14, when northern weather is at its worst.Hot with cooling trade winds. The Caribbean climate is fairly constant. The average year-round temperatures for the region are 78°F-88°F. The extremes of temperature are 65°F low, 95°F high. but as everyone knows, it's the humidity, not the heat, that makes you suffer with an average rainfall of 70 inches in St Maarten.
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Port: Philipsburg
St Maarten, is one of three Windward Islands in the Netherlands Antilles. A geographic part of the Leeward Group of the Lesser Antilles. It occupies just one third of the island otherwise under French control. St Maarten occupies the southern area of wooded mountains and white sandy beaches. The most prominent feature in St Maarten is Mount Flagstaff, an extinct volcano. Excellent beaches follow the south and west coasts. Philipsburg, the capital separates Great Salt Pond from the ocean. The entire town consists of only two streets, Voorstraat (Front Street) and Achterstraat (Back Street).
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Attractions |
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Colombia Emeralds International
Located in Philipsburg, the island's most famous jewelry shop.
Mosera Fine Arts Gallery,
Located in Philipsburg, owned by Mosera Henry, this is one of the island's most famous artists, this gallery features original art by several other artists also.
Paradise Peak,
Located in Marigot, Those who hike to the top of the island's highest mountain are rewarded with wonderful breathtaking views.
Beaches
All 10 miles of beaches are open to the public. Topless bathing is popular on the French Side. Baie Longue is one of the island’s best beaches which offers excellent snorkeling.
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More Information |
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St Maarten Tourist Bureau
Vineyard Park Building WG Boncamper Road 33
Philipsburg, St Maarten
Phone: 011 599 542 2337
Fax: 011 599 542 2734.
Web: www.st-maarten.com
Directory for shopping:
www.experiencestmaarten.com/shopping/directory.htm
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