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ST MARTIN AT A GLANCE
The Beginning Born out of the drift of the
Atlantic plate, which formed a string of islands where it slides under the
Caribbean plate, St Martin is located at the heart of the Caribbean Arc, or
more precisely, at the North end of the Lesser Antilles archipelago.
The East coast is swept by the warm, waterlogged
Trade Winds which, as they reach the mountains, condense their humidity
forming light showers that provides the Leeward side with its lush vegetation.
The Beaches
From the peaceful unspoiled beaches to the busy,
active ones, St Martin is alive. Follow the rhythm of waves breaking on the
white sand lining the coast. Some 35 beaches encircle the island, both the
French and the Dutch sides, each one different in its own way and a paradise
in itself. Surfing, scuba diving, wake-boarding, windsurfing, sunbathing,
eating in a trendy restaurant or organizing a barbeque with friends or family…
St Martin’s beaches offer activities or relaxation for every taste.
Baie Longue / Baie aux Prunes
Starting on the West coast, we set out from
Pointe du Canonnier, in the Lowlands Region (Terres Basses) at eastern
Point, where we find Baie Longue followed by Baie aux Prunes, two unspoiled
beaches, relatively deserted except for a few intrepid surfers. This part of
the island is so quiet you may have the beach to yourself.
Following the coast North, you come upon Baie Rouge, the last beach in Terres Basses, you will find it less deserted. Get out your masks and flippers to explore the underwater world. Around the rocky point a snorkelers paradise awaits.
The Bay of Grand Case
A quiet relaxing place to spend the day. Some of
St Martins finest restaurants are located here. You simply have to stroll
along the beach and choose one by its tempting aroma. With a quick rinse of
your sand covered toes you'll soon find yourself sitting beachside with menu in
hand.
Orient Bay
Commonly referred to as the Saint Tropez of the Caribbean.
Orient Bay offers the thrill of water sports like kite surfing, jet skis and
parasailing for the enthusiast and a culinary experience that will reward
your palate. Lounging under a beach umbrella while feasting on filet mignon
and sipping Kristal champagne is the order of the day.
The Sea
The magnificence of St Martin's dive sites is no secret
to those who have experienced them first hand, but those who have been tend to keep
that information to themselves. Not everyone believes in sharing. Most spots are absolutely gorgeous
coral reefs covered with multi-colored sponges and soft corals, labyrinthine
rock outcrops which serve both as first-rate havens and rich hunting grounds
for the multitude of brightly colored tropical fish which inhabit them: every
kind of angelfish, so graceful in shape and motion, stingrays and eagle rays,
whose easy, relaxed movements are so deceptive that any diver, fooled into
thinking he can catch up with them, will soon find himself out of breath…
schools of jacks suddenly appearing cloudlike out of the blue, and darkening
the environment, only to disappear just as quickly, drawn away by another
sight, parrotfish, constantly gathering pieces of coral, which they chew in
their powerful jaws, then evacuate in the form of sand.
Preserved Natural Area
Occasionally, with a bit of luck, you will be
escorted by a large, curious, green or hawk bill turtle, which will follow
you all through your dive, apparently happy to have found a traveling
companion.
All of this is St Martin’s well kept secret, which is fairly easy to discover, though, thanks to the island's well-equipped dive centers which will be happy to welcome beginners wishing to become certified as well as advanced divers in search of adventure. Sea-beds : Warning: it is important to know that the sea-beds of St Martin are part of the natural reserve, it is your duty as a good citizen of the world to respect the ecosystem.
The Neighbors
St Barths
From the traditional
to the trendy, hotels, restaurants, shops, and houses, all present a range
of styles extraordinarily broad for so small an island.
Every continent, every culture is represented here in the human cocktail which gives St Barth’s its unique original character.
Anguilla
Dive into crystalline
turquoise water, succumb to the irresistible charm of the white sand beaches,
relax to the rhythm of the trade winds’ caress and take time to discover the
people…
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