Do cruise ships go to Saint Martin?

St. Maarten is busier than ever, as cruise lines call on Philipsburg with their biggest ships. (Sometimes there are a half-dozen in port at one time.) There’s also more to do once you disembark, with shopping and beaches serving as the primary attractions.

What is the best month to visit St Martin?

The best time to visit St. Martin and St. Maarten is May and June or between November and mid-December. These select weeks are times when hotels advertise their best rates.

Is the Riu in St. Martin open?

Martin in Anse Marcel, on the French side of the island. The Riu St. Martin closed permanently in 2017 following damage from Hurricane Irma. The property will undergo a $20 million renovation designed by Luis Pons before re-opening in 2019 under the Secrets brand.

What is the best currency to use in St Maarten?

The best currency to use in St Maarten is the Netherlands Antillean Guilders or Florins. The US Dollar is accepted everywhere on the island. Prices are quoted in US dollars and change is given in US dollars.

Where do cruise ships dock in St Maarten?

Port Philipsburg
Cruise ships to St Maarten Island dock at Port Philipsburg – located on the island’s southern coast. The port is managed by the Harbour Group of Companies (port authority). The port has two cruise ship piers.

Is the water warm in St Martin?

In Saint Martin, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round, although it is a bit warmer in the summer months, as we can see in the following table.

Is St. Maarten crowded?

Nevertheless, despite problems like crime, occasional storms, traffic congestion, and corruption, St. Maarten continues to attract massive numbers of visitors who want a Caribbean island vacation with a splash of Las Vegas.

What is the difference between St Maarten and St Martin?

Maarten (Sint Maarten) is the Dutch half, and St. Martin is French.

Is St Martin island safe?

There is violent crime amongst members of the illegal drugs world, but this rarely affects tourists. The main tourist areas are generally safe, but you should take sensible precautions. Avoid remote areas at night. Do not take valuables to the beach.

What happened to the Riu St Martin?

Riu Palace, St. Martin took a big hit in late 2017 when Hurricane Irma blew through the island. Luckily, a group of resort investors visited the island shortly after and saw big potential in the destruction left behind. They decided to invest $20 million into the property and re-brand it to become a Secrets resort.

When did Secrets St Martin open?

Secrets St Martin, which officially opened in early 2020, has been closed since the onset of the pandemic. The highly-anticipated resort is the first AMResorts property in the French Caribbean. For more, visit Secrets St Martin.