Question 1

On what side of the road does St. Maarten drive on?

Accepted Answer

Right hand side.

Question 2

When is it the best time of the year to visit St. Maarten?

Accepted Answer

May and June or between November and mid December.  These select weeks are times when hotels advertise their best rates.

Question 3

Can you pay in US Dollars on the Island?

Accepted Answer

Yes you can.

Question 4

Can you get around the island without a car?

Accepted Answer

The bus system will take you to the main neigborhoods on both sided of the island, but for quick and frequent trips, it's best to rent a car or take a Taxi.

Question 5

What are the diffrent types of accommodation?

Accepted Answer

In St. Maarten there are many types of accommodation: hotels, guesthouses, villas, vacation residences, seasonal rentals.

Question 6

What time is it in St. Maarten?

Accepted Answer

St. Maarten is in the Atlantic time zone.

Question 7

What should I pack for St. Maarten?

Accepted Answer

Pack some comfortable shoes, clothing, a hat the night life calls for different dress code than in the daytime.

Question 8

What is the differance between St. Maarten and St. Martin?

Accepted Answer

French side St. Martin is larger than the Dutch side St. Maarten.

Question 9

What is it like in St. Maarten?

Accepted Answer

St. Maarten island has a tropical monsoon climate with dry season from January to April and rainy season from August to December.  Dutch side St. Maarten is known for its festive nightlife, beaches, Jewelry and casinos.

Question 10

Who owns St. Maarten?

Accepted Answer

Dutch St. Maarten is one of four constituent countries that is form the Kingdom of the Netherlands ( Holland).  French St. Martin comprises the Collectivity and is an overseas collectivity of the French Republic.