Sint Maarten is a country, part of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, set in the southern part of the Caribbean island of Saint Martin, which is shared with the French territory – the Collectivity of Saint Martin.
The beaches, the warm weather, and the animated nightlife are the top attractions in this tourist destination. Tourists in Sint Maarten enjoy outdoor activities specially water sports and golf. In the capital, the city of Philipsburg, there are excellent shopping options in the Front Street. Philipsburg Port is an important port of call, having one of the largest cruises ports in the Caribbean. The waterfront along the Great Bay is the heart of the city, where you may walk the long Boardwalk, or enjoy the wonderful sandy beach.
Population: over 40 thousand inhabitants
Capital: Philipsburg
Other places: Lower Prince's Quarter
Main attractions: Maho Beach, Philipsburg Boardwalk, Front Street (Philipsburg), Great Bay Beach, Fort Amsterdam, Sint Maarten Museum
Nearest Airports: Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM)
