DRINKING WATERTap water on the island comes from desalinated seawater and is drinkable. We do recommend drinking bottled water which is readily available throughout the island.
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Guavaberry is the legendary folk liqueur of St. Maarten. It was first made here centuries ago in private homes.
The island's weather is pleasant year-round, but these are times when rain showers are less likely. Summer and early fall are not good for a vacation; many hotels close in this offseason and there's a chance of hurricanes. Also avoid visiting in winter and early spring (mid-December to April) if you can.
I don't find them any worse than at home. If it rains, there's more. If it's dry, there's less. Dengue fever has been reported on the island and is caused by Aedes aegypti, a domestic, day-biting mosquito.
I would avoid anything in Marigot, Sandy Ground, Nettle Bay, Dutch and French Quarters, Lower and Upper Prince Quarter, Cole Bay, Mary's Fancy, etc. These are locals areas and not much there for tourists. I am not sure there ARE AirBnBs in those areas but there could be.
Despite having two different official currencies, the US Dollar is accepted on both sides, with St. Maarten using the US Dollar the most. It is not unusual to receive change in US Dollar even when payment is made with the guilder.
Around the Caribbean island of Sint Maarten, these fascinating predatory fish can be found just about everywhere. The area is one of the richest waters for shark spotting in the world.
Fortunately, shark attacks in St. Martin are an extremely rare occurrence. Nevertheless, it's important to take steps to remain safe and enjoy your time in the water.
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VERDICT: If you want more of a European feel, stay on the French side.If you want more of an Americanized feel, stay on the Dutch side. FYI, the cruise ships and the airport are located on the Dutch side.
St. Maarten (and its French counterpart, St. Martin) is considered the melting pot of the Caribbean. Three days are enough time to experience the island's rich diversity of cultures and activities, and even venture farther afield in the Lesser Antilles.