Is it OK to drink the water in St. Maarten?

-Note: many (but not all) hotels and restaurants include a 15% service charge, in which case no further tipping is necessary (otherwise, add 15% to the bill). The tap water in Sint Maarten/St. Martin is safe to drink in most places. Many establishments serve desalinated water.



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Guavaberry rum, a typical drink on Saint Martin. Back in the day, guavaberry rum was aged in oak barrels. It is made from cane sugar, wild guavaberries from the hills in the center of the island, and spices. The fruit season is a fleeting one and the berries should be used as soon as they ripen.

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Maarten's Guavaberry. This refreshing beverage is the national drink of both the French and Dutch sides of the island. It is made from the small guavaberry fruits that grow on the island and are used in a variety of mixed drinks and cocktails.

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Guavaberry is the legendary folk liqueur of St. Maarten. It was first made here centuries ago in private homes.

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Guavaberry is the National Liqueur of Sint Maarten / St. Martin. The Guavaberry Emporium is a protected National Historical Monument, built on the site of an ancient synagogue in the middle of town.

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Top 9 Things to Eat in St. Maarten
  • Conch and Dumplings.
  • Callaloo.
  • Johnny Cakes.
  • Codfish Fritters.
  • St. Maarten Spareribs.
  • Locri.
  • Whelk Soup.
  • Crabmeat-Stuffed Shells (Crab Backs)


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In St Maarten, we believe in the old saying, “work hard, play hard.” In fact, St. Maarten is known for its exciting nightlife where the guava berry liqueur flows, and the casinos invite you in for a night of luck.

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Without question, the Island of Aruba has maintained its reputation for the best quality drinking water in all the Caribbean.

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Aruba is a Caribbean Island located eighteen miles off the coast of Venezuela. The Island is extremely arid, with no natural fresh water source available.

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Devil's Bay, Virgin Gorda, British Virgin Islands
  • Buck Island, U.S. Virgin Islands.
  • Grand Case Beach, St. Maarten.
  • Grand Case Beach, St. Maarten.
  • Honeymoon Beach in St. John, U.S. Virgin Islands.
  • Ffryes Beach, Antigua.
  • Blue Bay Beach, Curaçao.
  • Blue Bay Beach, Curaçao.
  • Grand Anse Beach, Grenada.


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Scientists say more research is needed to determine why sargassum levels in the region are so high, but the United Nations' Caribbean Environment Program said possible factors include a rise in water temperatures as a result of climate change, and nitrogen-laden fertilizer and sewage that nourish the algae.

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Dutch Sint Maarten The Dutch side of the island is more developed. There are more amenities and services available, traffic tends to be heavier and the atmosphere is more animated, with a steadier flow of tourists who are more likely to be looking for a party atmosphere.

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When dining out, it is normal to tip on St. Maarten/St. Martin. Before you leave a tip, check the bottom of the menu or your bill as some establishments automatically add on a 15% Service Charge.

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St. Martin has a dual identity, with residents speaking Dutch and French, respectively. So it shouldn't come as a surprise that the two sides differ in their choice of beer. Carib -- again -- is the favorite on the French side, while Heineken's Dutch taste keeps St. Maarten locals happy.

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