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The Caribbean island of St Maarten is known as politically split into two.  One part is ruled by France and the other in Holland.  The Dutch side is the capital of Phillipsburg, is only 4 blocks from the city center but in such small dimensions is all that is needed.

Great hotels, villas, small lodgings, cafes, restaurants with a variety of meals, shopping for clothes, jewelry, perfumes, native crafts at very good prices for much of these purchases are tax free.  In the sea area there are a lot of bars on the beach for a morning afternoon or evening.  It is also the docking area of ​​various ships around the world especially cruises.  There are several casinos for those interested in this kind of entertainment in this part of the island.  This is the most important city of St Maarten in the Dutch band so it has its own airport to welcome tourists continuously.  The track of this airport is short so you can be on the beach and over the heads of people get off the aircraft.  They are so low even the planes that make it artificial waves in the peaceful Caribbean Sea.  Phillipsburg is a busy city as large number of tourists flowing.  This capital is an international shopping where you can buy everything at good prices.  The architecture is very ornate, very European with touches of influence from India in it.  Old buildings are mixed with other very modern but in perfect harmony.

This city is very clean and safe, picturesque cobbled, paved roads, palm trees and all manner of public furniture.
You can also visit ancient forts that were made by the settlers who first arrived on the island.
This city is very small so it is impossible to get lost in it and is walkable, although there are guided tours that make it more interesting this way.  If we visit the island of St Maarten Phillipsburg visit is highly recommended especially if you enjoy shopping.

This island of only 92 km is very special because half belongs to the Netherlands and the other half in France.  But despite these divisions this place is harmonious with each other.  There are two cultures that come together to make St Maarten a true paradise.
The capital of St. Maarten in the French called Marigot which has similar characteristics to Paris, many cafes, boutiques important.  The capital of St. Maarten is the Dutch side of Phillipsburg.

Cruises come in this area, and is recommended for tourists looking for nightlife as there are cinemas, casinos, bars and more.  The natural scenery is breathtaking, the fine white sands, turquoise sea, very tranparent and warm.  Good restaurants are all over the island from both sides of the border, there are plenty to choose from.  But surely most people associated with St Maarten beaches and sea which are the images that most represent the Caribbean island.

There are 37 beaches in St. Maarten to enjoy different qualities, but all beautiful.  You can swim, water sports or rent a yacht for a stroll through the Caribbean.  If we go to the family beaches recommend you Anse Marcel, one of the most spectacular scenery at the beach Dawn Beach for snorkeling is Little Bay.  For those who dare can visit the only nude beach called Orient Beach on the French side and the beach is Maho Beach rarer that the airport is so close you have to watch carefully to avoid injury due to the proximity of the planes taking off.  There are plenty of hotels, villas and accommodation on both sides so you can choose different options from luxurious to some other more economical.  The island buy many products tax-free so that tourists can take advantage memories of his passage through this place.  St Maarten is a paradise on earth is ideal for those who want a peaceful holiday but is also chosen as a destination for thousands of couples around the world for the honeymoon.