Ultimate ST. MARTIN & SINT MAARTEN Travel Guide (2026)
Planning a trip to Sint Maarten and St. Martin? This is your complete guide to everything you need to know before you go. In this video we cover both the Dutch and French sides of the island — from when to visit and how to get there, to the best beaches, must-do activities, day trips, food, accommodations, and practical travel tips. Whether you're visiting Sint Maarten for the first time, planning an island hopping trip to St. Barth or Anguilla, or just starting your research — this guide covers it all. Quick Facts: 🛫 Main Airport: Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM) — Dutch Side 💵 Currency: USD on Dutch Side / Euro on French Side 🌤️ Best Time to Visit: December – April (dry season) 🚗 Getting Around: Car rental strongly recommended — ~$50/day 🏖️ Beaches: 34 total across both sides of the island 🛳️ Cruise Port: Philipsburg, Dutch Side 🗺️ Day Trips: St. Barth & Anguilla easily accessible by ferry or plane 📍Sint Maarten / St. Martin 🔗 Resources ED Entry/Departure Card → https://www.entry.sx/ Book the Airbnb → https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/669709293792255373 Maho Beach Flight Schedule → https://www.sxmairport.com/flights-info.php Cruise Ship Schedule → https://gls.portstmaarten.sx/sxm/MainMenu.aspx?ShipScheduleType=2 📖 Chapters 00:00 St Martin Travel Guide 00:34 Sint Maarten vs. St. Martin - What's the Difference? 01:27 How to Get to St. Martin 02:41 St. Martin Entry Requirements 03:38 When to Visit St. Martin 04:42 Transportation & Getting Around 07:02 Language & Culture 09:21 Sint Maarten/St. Martin Currency 10:47 Where to Stay in St. Martin Food & Restaurants 13:02 Best Beaches St. Martin/Sint Maarten 14:25 Maho Beach Plane SpottingThings to Do in St. Martin 15:58 Best Things to Do in Sint Maarten 17:26 Must Do St. Martin Day Trips 19:31 What to Pack for St. Martin 📺 Watch More https://youtu.be/YK7J01vbADs https://youtu.be/OjsmeGUNyxw https://youtu.be/CVDK46DkrVs https://youtu.be/m53Y8jCfMzY https://youtu.be/KKs5ttvopKI https://youtu.be/U5JZGcXZbZk Full Sint Maarten/St. Martin Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLs8O7YGRTMQPJfHM-ONuCFiZ6QCwOCsNu 📚 Read More All Caribbean Blog Posts: https://tinyurl.com/ucaft65r All Resorts Guides, Reviews, and Room Tour Blog Posts: https://tinyurl.com/2fde9ke6 📸 Gear Full gear list: https://stellainparadise.com/whats-in-our-camera-bag/ Amazon Storefront: https://a.co/d/0785iAUG 🎧 Music Epidemic Sound - Get one month free! https://share.epidemicsound.com/fqneui 📲 Follow Us Blog: http://www.stellainparadise.com Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/stellainparadise TikTok: http://www.tiktok.com/@stellainparadise SUBSCRIBE on YouTube! http://shorturl.at/fEHIJ ❗️Disclosure: Some of our links are affiliate links. We may earn a small commission at no cost to you when you click through our affiliate links and make a purchase. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. #SintMaarten #StMartin #SintMaartenTravel #StMartinTravel #SintMaartenGuide #TravelGuide #SXM #OrientBay #MahoBeach #SintMaartenTips #StMartinGuide #DutchCaribbean #FrenchCaribbean