Public Transport

Saint-Martin and Sint Maarten are served by the Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM), which is located 15 km west of Philipsburg and near Simpson Bay, on the Dutch side of the island. The Grand Case Airport, in the north of the island, is used only for regional flights. Taxi services are provided outside both airports. …

Most travellers enter St Martin on the Dutch side of the island. Upon arrival at Princess Juliana International Airport, all passengers must present: - a passport valid at least until the end of your stay; - a completed and signed Embarkation and Disembarkation card (ED-card); - a return or onward ticket; - a reservation for an accommodation in …

The best time to visit St Martin is between May and June or November and mid December: torrential rains are not frequent in these weeks and airfare and room prices lower consistently. The weather on the island is generally pleasant throughout the year, but bear in mind that the rainy season starts in June …

Hiring a car is the best way to get around. Motorcycles and mopeds are also available for hire, or you can just hop on a jitney — the usual mode of transport for islanders, which is an inexpensive way to explore the island. Group taxis (minibuses) cover most areas of the island, however, there …

Taxis can be hired at Princess Juliana International Airport and at all major hotels. They aren't metered, but drivers must follow official rates for travel throughout the island. Marigot: +590 590 87 56 54 Philipsburg: +1 721 542 2359 Princess Juliana International Airport: +1 721 546 7713 Grand Case Esperance Airport: +590 590 87 53 …

Pharmacies are located throughout the island: Orange Grove Pharmacy Orange Grove Shopping Center, Cole Bay, Sint Maarten +1 721 544 2013 Simpson Bay Pharmacy 68 Welfare Road, Sint Maarten +1 721 544 3653 Sun Pharmacie 2 Rue de la Republique, Marigot, Saint-Martin +590 590 875 168 Grand Case Pharmacy Grand Case, Saint-Martin +590 590 877 …

Country code for the French Saint-Martin: +590. Country code for the Dutch Sint Maarten: +1 721. Calls between the two countries are …

Country code for the French Saint-Martin: 220 volts / 50 Hz with US power plugs (flat prongs). Country code for the Dutch Sint Maarten: 110 volts / 60 Hz with French power plugs (round …