...::: St. Maarten / St. Martin Beaches :::...

There are 36 beaches which fits your mood and taste. Wind-kissed dunes with long expanses of shimmering sand slope down to turquoise waters, and secluded covers offer privacy for consideration of the sea here, where the waters really do change to an impossible six shades of blue.

Baie Rouge :

Although small in size, this cove serves as majestic views for some of the most elegant villas on the island. Magnificent vistas and dramatic rock formations dot the coastline and the snorkeling is great.

SUNSET

Cupecoy :

One of the islands most photographed beaches, the white craggy cliffs border the intense sapphire blue of sea with caves alongside. On the far side is the clothing optional area where you can tan all over.

Dawn Beach / Oyster Pond :

A wide beach borders a magnificent stretch of coastline where the snorkeling is premier and easily accessible is the reef just offshore. There is gentle surf and the point meets at the inlet to Oyster Pond. Great view of St.Barths.

Friar`s Bay / Anse des Peres:

This is a special beach with powder white sand on a cove that is accessible through Cripple Creek. There are two restaurants on the beach and it is a favorite among locals. Every full moon there is an all-night party on the beach.

Grand Case / Petite Plage :

Shouldering one of the most distinctive dining oasis in the Caribbean. Grand Case Beach is a long beach, perfect for sunning, strolling and enjoying the quiet peace. The northern edge of Grand Case fringes Creole Rock, the islands premier snorkeling destination.

Guana Bay:

This exotic stretch of beach is in a luxurious residential community with no hotels fronting the beach. Known as one of the best surfing beaches on the island, the waves roll in. There is a magnificent view of Ile Fourche and St.Barth.

Le Galleon / Baie de L`Embourchure :

This horseshoe beach goes out for nearly 100 feet and dont rise above your knees. There is a windsurfing school on the beach. For kids it is the perfect beach on the island along with a bit of shade.

Long Bay :

Long Bay or Baie Longue is one of the most stunning stretches of coastline. The silky water, at time a true aquamarine in color laced with shades of turquoise, is not only one of the islands best, but among the Caribbean`s most outstanding.

Maho Maho / Airport Beach :

This sweetheart shaped beach connects the islands three exciting destinations - Caravanserai Beach resort, Sunset Beach Bar and Maho Beach Resort. It is the place to sit and watch jumbo jets streak overhead on their landing.

Mullet Bay :

A long stretch of beach that offers gentle surf, powder white sand and is a favorite among residents. It borders the golf course and offers plenty of shade.

Nettle Bay :

This resort strip hosts several large-scale hotels and has two beaches. The lagoon side is calm and offers exciting views of the island with several cafes.

Orient Beach :

That is the St. Tropez beaches - the reigning Queen of Orient with her half moon beach lined with beach bars, water sports and restaurants. Water sports are plentiful, from parasailing to water-skiing and windsurfing. You can get chilled Chardonnay and ice-cold beers along with innovative cuisine served at more than a dozen restaurants. Great walking beach for seeing and being seen, with beach wear shops and souvenirs thrown in.

Pinel Island :

A boat ride to a small island off the eastern coast offers all the fun you need in a day. Two beaches that meet a sandy point, two restaurants; and bring your walking shoes as there is a whole island to explore, with a beach on the east end. The boat ride takes just a few moments and it is less crowded during the week.

Simpson Bay :

This long sickle shaped beach is dotted with inns and villas that line one of the islands traditional fishing villages. It has long undulating waves that gently lap the shore. The beach borders the runway and is one of the great swimming and walking beaches on the island.