St.
Maarten is blessed with 37 beaches--one
for each of the island's 37 square miles.
Busy bays are venues for watersports,
swimming, and snorkeling, while secluded
coves offer private retreats. The dress
code ranges from modest (on the Dutch
side of the island) to nudist (on the
French side). Half-day or full-day sailing
excursions to undeveloped beaches nearby
are also available.
Some
of the more famous beaches include mile-long
Mullet Bay Beach, perfect for swimming;
Dawn Beach, known for its incredible sunrises;
and Little Bay Beach, a favorite of snorkelers,
with calm, clear waters that offer excellent
visibility.
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Maho
Beach
Is one of the island's most dramatic swimming
spots. Swimmers splashing in the water can experience
the unusual thrill of airplanes passing right
over their heads as they head for the nearby
runway. The craggy rocks lining the white sand
beach add another dramatic touch. There are
also wet bikes available for rent.
St.
Maarten Beach
One of St. Maarten's more private beaches is
Simpson Bay Beach, a long half-moon of white
sand set between a picturesque fishing village
and the murmuring sea. There are no watersports,
no resorts, just the sound of water gently lapping
at your feet. You can stroll, swim, or simply
relax, all the while seeing barely another soul.
Cupecoy
Beach
Is another unspoiled landscape with pure white
sand, sandstone cliffs, and shoreline caves
as a setting. The surf can be strong, but the
wind is blocked by the rocks. Lying near the
border with St. Martin, its dress code is influenced
by that of the French beaches: clothing is optional.
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