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Sint Maarten holiday | Tropical bliss on Sint Maarten
Discover Sint Maarten during this relaxing 9-day sun holiday. You’ll be staying at the charming Holland House Beach Hotel, right on the lively Great Bay Beach in Philipsburg. From this comfortable boutique hotel, you can stroll straight to cosy restaurants, shops and outdoor cafés, whilst enjoying the view of the azure-blue Caribbean Sea.
With a hire car, you’ll have complete freedom to explore the island at your own pace. Drive past idyllic bays, discover hidden beaches, visit the charming French capital of Marigot, soak up the laid-back atmosphere in Grand Case or marvel at the spectacular landings at Maho Beach. Along the way, you can stop at local beach bars, viewpoints and colourful villages, making every day a new adventure.
This trip combines relaxation, freedom and the diverse character of Sint Maarten: an island where Dutch and French influences converge, with beautiful beaches, excellent cuisine and a laid-back Caribbean atmosphere.
Travel programme
Travel overview
- Day 1 Flight to Sint Maarten
- Day 2 – 7 Exploring Sint Maarten & Saint Martin
- Day 8 Departure from Sint Maarten
- Day 9 Arrival
Air travel to Sint Maarten
You’ll begin your wonderful trip to Sint Maarten with a lovely stay at a charming beach resort on the Dutch side of Sint Maarten. After your intercontinental flight, you’ll collect your hire car and drive to your accommodation in Philipsburg, where you can relax and unwind after your flight.
The rest of the day is yours to spend as you wish. You can relax at the hotel or on its private beach, or stroll through the streets of Philipsburg for a first taste of the island.
Included
• Collection of hire car at the airport
• Overnight stay including breakfast
Not included
- Intercontinental flight
Explore Saint Martin & Saint Martin
Your days on the island are yours to spend as you wish. There are endless things to do on the island, in both the Dutch and French parts. Saint Martin is renowned for its beautiful white sandy beaches, secluded bays, mountainous landscape and relaxing seaside resorts. Discover the bustling Marigot, the cosmopolitan capital of St Martin, or go shopping in Philipsburg. In the evening, we recommend popping out for a bite to eat in Grand Case, where you can choose from around 40 restaurants offering top-class cuisine!
Another must-do is a visit to Pinel Island. Unwind here on the sun loungers with parasols and enjoy a delicious lunch or dinner at the Karibuni Restaurant on the island. If you fancy a bit of activity, you can go hiking to Naked Boy Hill or Pic Paradise, which is the highest mountain on the island.
Included
• Hire car
• Accommodation including breakfast
Accommodations
Holland House Beach Hotel
Holland House was one of the first hotels built on St Maarten. The hotel is known as one of the best on the island and often still hosts Dutch celebrities and ministers. The hotel is located in the centre of the historic capital St. Maarten, as well as right on the...
Holland House was one of the first hotels built on St Maarten. The hotel is known as one of the best on the island and often still hosts Dutch celebrities and ministers. The hotel is located in the centre of the historic capital St. Maarten, but also right on the beach.
Holland House Beach Hotel features 55 rooms with private bathrooms, a TV with satellite channels and air conditioning. The open-air restaurant is open daily for breakfast and also offers dishes based on local cuisine. The bar Taloula Mango's Caribbean Cafe is located near the accommodation and sun loungers, towels and umbrellas are available for guests wishing to enjoy the beach. Many activities are available, including snorkelling and diving.
Your stay: 7 nights
Destinations
Philipsburg
Philipsburg, tucked away in the south-eastern part of the island of Sint Maarten, is the capital of the Caribbean island of Sint Maarten. This small port city is known as an attractive stop for many cruise ships and as one of the best places in the Caribbean for duty-free shopping. Philipsburg consists of five parallel streets stretching across a narrow stretch of land running between Great Bay and Salt Pond. The cobbled streets are lined with quaint, pastel-coloured West Indian houses, as well as numerous shops, cafes, hotels and courtyards filled with flowers. The city also has a few Dutch colonial monuments, including Fort Willem, built in 1801, and Fort Amsterdam, built almost 200 years earlier.
Saint Martin
Sint Maarten, part of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, is a country on the southern part of a Caribbean island shared with Sint Maarten, a French overseas collectivity. The Dutch side of the island boasts excellent casino hotels and a surprisingly vibrant nightlife. Visitors can wander the cobbled streets of the vibrant capital Philipsburg, with its colourful colonial-style buildings and its array of popular duty-free shops selling jewellery and liquor. With towering Mount Flagstaff as a picturesque backdrop, this unique island destination offers delicious fusion cuisine, pristine beaches, a warm year-round climate and a cosmopolitan atmosphere with a Caribbean twist. Water sports enthusiasts will be spoilt for choice with a wide range of activities, including diving, snorkelling, parasailing, jet-skiing and windsurfing.
Saint Martin
The island of Saint Martin, located east of Puerto Rico in the beautiful Caribbean Sea, is divided between two countries: France and the Netherlands, consisting of the northern French side, known as Saint Martin and the southern Dutch side, called Sint Maarten. More relaxed than its Dutch counterpart, Saint Martin is known for its beautiful white-sand beaches, secluded bays, mountainous landscape and relaxing seaside resorts. Visitors can look forward to exploring the streets of bustling Marigot, Saint Martin's cosmopolitan capital; soak up the natural beauty of the surrounding unspoilt countryside and sample delicious French Caribbean culinary delights. Other popular activities include: ziplining, horse riding, hiking and a range of exciting water sports.
Rendezvous Bay
Rendezvous Bay is located on the southern coast of the Caribbean island of Anguilla. This pristine area offers the perfect beach holiday experience, with soft white sands, turquoise waters and exciting activities to enjoy. Contact Sunkiss Adventure Living for boat tours and water sports like skiing, diving and snorkelling, while the nearby Anguilla Tennis Academy provides another option for active travellers. Those travelling with kids will relish the chance to interact with sea creatures at Dolphin Discovery, and another recommended activity is to take a boat trip to the other side of the island to visit Scilly Cay. Finally, along with a number of great resorts in Rendezvous Bay, don't miss the chance to try some of the local beachside eateries (such as Sun Shine Shack) - which are renowned for their fresh seafood dishes.
Sint Maarten holiday | Tropical bliss on Sint Maarten
We offer the described trip from €1,150 per person.
The price is indicative and is subject to availability and travel dates, amongst other factors.
Included
• Accommodation in an excellent and distinctive hotel
• All meals as specified in the ‘itinerary’
• Hire car (automatic), Kia Picanto or similar model, including all insurance, taxes, additional driver and unlimited mileage
• National Geographic or similar travel guide
• Administration fees (€50 per booking)
Positive impact of your trip:
• A contribution towards a positive impact of €50 per person via the Avila Foundation
Not included
• International flights
• Room category upgrade
• Travel and/or cancellation insurance
• ED card for Sint Maarten https://www.entry.sx
• Tourist tax (where applicable)
• Personal expenses/tips
• Meals not specified and optional excursions
• Contribution to the Calamity Fund (€2.50 per booking)
• SGR contribution (€5 per person)