Sint Maarten is located on the southern edge of a Caribbean island associated with Saint Martin, a French overseas territory. A place where nature hunters get to explore lagoons, beaches, and some beautiful salt pans. The capital of Sint Martin, Philipsburg, has notable monuments that date back to the colonial era. Philipsburg is known for its cobblestone streets and colorful colonial-style structures. The port is used as the spot for cruise-ship stops.
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Maho Bay Beach
Maho Bay beach has everything that one can expect from a sandy beach. From its white sand, coconut trees, and light surf to shallow entry and ease of access, Maho holds a unique recognition among tourists. The Sandy Beach spans about 20 yards making it a splendid beach to swim, wade, float, and hang out with friends. Along with plenty of sun and shade, it boasts a shallow sandy shoreline making it a great fun place for young children and kids to play and roam around. But, during holidays and the high season, this beach can get crowded with tourists. Being located on the island’s south-western coastline, Maho Bay Beach is not the best seaside for solitude seekers.
Orient Bay Beach
Gorgeous Beach, located on the northern coast of the island, is known as the “Saint Tropez of the Caribbean”. Orient Bay Beach boasts its gorgeous scenery, sandy shoreline, and it’s a favorite tourist spot among celebrities. This incredible seaside has to offer a wide range of water sports, including parasailing, Laser Pico sailing, jet skinning, and last but not least, Kite-Surfing. If you’re planning to have a great time with family, playing tennis or volleyball, you should check it out. A peaceful island, away from the hustle-bustle of city life, this island is a perfect spot for solitude seekers. Visitors will have a memorable weekend visiting Orient Bay Beach, which also includes a nudist area. Visitors can come here on any day, and they will find all basic amenities, such as shops, hotels, restaurants, and a niche for staying on the sands.
Mont Orgueil Castle
Mont Orgueil Castle, or Gorey Castle as it was first named, has existed beside the beautiful fishing port of Gorey for more than 800 years. As you go inside the castle, be ready to take a breathtaking view of the French coast, and discover the centuries-old network of staircases and a room to explore hidden treasure. Explore the castle through specially commissioned artwork, mount on the turrets to see the medieval ‘wheel of urine’, and spend your time studying the ‘white craft’ exhibit. Mont Orguiel Castle is a gorgeous tourist spot to stand shoulder to shoulder with wooden-made soldiers who ‘guard’ the castle.