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General
Information On St. Martin
General Information On St.
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The People of St.
Martin
Passports, Visas and Entry Information
Health and Safety
Climate And Weather
Geography
Currency
Electricity
The People of St. Martin
The people of St. Martin are proud of their French nationality
and this heritage can be seen throughout the island. Towns and
roads have French names, and the food is an interesting blend of French
cooking with an distinct Caribbean flavor. French is the official language and the one
most often spoken, but Creole is also spoken on the island.
Passports, Visas and Entry
Information
U.S. citizens* can gain entry to St. Martin with two forms of
government-issued ID, but a valid passport is very strongly preferred. A valid
passport is required for all other visitors, including those from within the
Caribbean, and all visitors must also show an ongoing or return ticket.
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Health and Safety
Although the water is safe to drink throughout the island,
I would suggest you stick to bottled water. It is
best to avoid night driving on the deserted, poorly lit back roads at night. Beyond that, follow basic safety rules of traveling, such as
keeping an eye on your possessions.
Climate And Weather
The island experiences about 42 inches of rain per year. Temperatures are pleasant
and mild year round, with January temperatures ranging from 73 to 81, and July
temperatures ranging from 78 to 86.
Geography
St. Martin is the northern half of this island shared by the Dutch and
French. Its beaches lie on the Atlantic Ocean. St. Martin is the
larger half of the island, covering approximately 20 square miles. Both
countries share the Simpson Bay Lagoon.
Currency
Since St. Martin is officially recognized as part of
Guadeloupe, a territory of France, the official currency is the Euro.
Currency
Exchange - Get your currency needs managed in advance! Many airports,
railroad stations, bus depots, and other points of entry have no currency
exchange. When currency exchange is available in airports, lines can be long and
rates can be "sky high". These long waits and usurious fees can be a
nightmare. Order in advance from
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money! The can also provide you with Travelers' checks, bank drafts, and
transfers. U.S. dollars are not accepted everywhere and rates can be atrocious!
Electricity
St. Martin does not use
the same electrical system as the U.S., so plan accordingly and bring an
adaptor and converter.
Getting To and Around St. Martin
Visitors to this Caribbean island may arrive on either side of the island. Princess Juliana
Airport welcomes visitors to the Dutch side, while l'Aeroport de l'Espérance is
the gateway on the French side. Those arriving on the French side will most likely connect through Pointe-à-Pitre
(Guadeloupe). Direct flights from the U.S. and Canada to Princess Juliana
Airport are generally available, as it is the second busiest airport in the
Caribbean. Flights to Princess Juliana Airport will generally connect through
San Juan if they originate outside the U.S.
Taxi fares from Princess Juliana Airport to Marigot on the French side are approximately $12(USD). Fares are generally higher between 10:00 p.m. and Midnight.
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