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St. Maarten or St. Martin is an island in the northeast Caribbean, approximately 300 kilometres east of Puerto Rico. Part of the Netherland's Antilles and French West Indies, it is encircled by 37 cottony white sandy beaches kissed by crystal clear blue green waters under lovely pastel skies. The island is partitioned into the Dutch Saint Maarten and French Saint Martin and has been governed by the Netherlands and France in a friendly arrangement since 1648. Of the 100 square kilometres of the island, the Dutch side extends over a 40 kilometre area of the southern part of the island with a population of 41,000 and the French side covers a 54 kilometre area of the northern part with a population of 36,000. ...
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Several of the beaches boast scenic rock formations that jut out into the sea. The crystal clear island waters allow easy viewing of small tropical fish and seashells on the sandy bottom. You will have no difficulty relaxing in the warm breezes, daily sunshine and relaxing lifestyle that the island offers. Its palm trees, tropical climate, incredible beaches, challenging water sports, exciting casinos, wonderful resorts and fabulous restaurants wait to please and entertain you. Whether you are looking for restaurants that serve the best food, world class duty free shopping, exciting nightlife, pristine beaches, year round warm temperatures or a cosmopolitan atmosphere with a Caribbean twist, you will find that and more on St. Maarten!
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The currency used is the Euro, but the United States Dollar is also accepted.
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The average year round temperature in St. Maarten is 27°C with little variation throughout the year.
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The voltage used is 120V.
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The official language of St. Maarten is Dutch. Many people speak English and French as well.
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The time zone in St. Maarten is GMT (UTC) -4.
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Documents required to visit St. Maarten
Canadian Citizens please click here
Non-Canadian citizens please contact the consulate or embassy for information.
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