Plum bay baie aux prunes is a secluded beach on the northwest of st. The northern end of the beach, near the hotels, has more clothing, but in fact you may encounter nude sunbathers anywhere. On the left, youll find links to things to do in st martin and st. Choose from more than 1,000 properties, ideal house rentals for families, groups and couples. The beach sand is very nice and the water is often clear and calm. Beaches of st martin and st maarten an island of 36 beaches. You are just one step away from downloading your trip pdf. The southern, dutch side of the island is known as sint maarten, and is 41km. Mullet bay beachsight fodors choice many believe that this milelong, powdery whitesand beach behind the mullet bay golf course is the islands best. Just enter your email address and click submit, then you will receive your free download. Destination st martin st martin island west indies. I take a walk around friar s bay to see how things look great.
Saint martin is an island in the caribbean that is split between the french collectivity of saintmartin and the dutch territory of sint maarten. Martin is sponsored by choice hotels in conjunction with the campaign, and we were provided our hotel stay and airfare stay in connection to this. On the map above, there are four roads you should know about. For more info on friars bay st martin visit our website. A mile of undeveloped parklike beach with shallow waters ideal for children, makes le gallion a favorite for families. F or your travel documents, we provide you with an uptodate map of st maartenst martin including many details, such as beaches and attractions, and with maps of philipsburg, marigot and grand case.
North friars bay surfing in st kitts, saint kitts and. Families, who were in the sad habit of not cleaning up after themselves, so that trash had become a real problem on gallion beach. St maarten guide is the official guide for the caribbean island of sint maarten, saint martin. Information on where your ship docks, how to get from the port into the city, maps, bus and shuttle information, public transport options, cruise terminal information, cruise port schedules, must see sights, shopping guides, restaurant guides, internet and wifi locations, and suggestions for things to do. Clothing is optional in front of the club, though the nude beach there is open to the public. User rating 1 add a surf session add to my surfed spots. The following article with recommended things to do and activities in st. Best hotels near friars bay, saintmartin, st martin st. Friars bay beach visit rastaman kali and his beach bar. Friars bay beach is a sheltered, family friendly beach in the north west of st martin island. Georges, grenada view more ports 7 night caribbean spice islands bridgetown roundtrip. Whether you stay on the french or the dutch side of the island, make sure to visit both countries. St maarten island guide, interactive map, virtual tours. Friars bay cafe is famous for its french ambiance while kalis beach bar provides the caribbean food loved by the locals.
Maarten villa rentals and hotels, martinique villa rentals and hotels, guadeloupe villa rentals and hotels, les saintes villa rentals and. Sea water is not very comfortable for swimming, but snorkeling is great. Youll visit tintamarre island, pinel island, and creole rock, where youll have plenty of time to swim, snorkel, sunbathe, and indulge in complimentary drinks. French caribbean st maarten sint maarten dutch antilles beach life beach map. Friars bay beach is a great family beach on the french side of the island. Does anyone know where i can get a real roadmap of the island. Maartens visitors should also be mindful of the jet blast when watching the planes take off and land at maho bay. Map of st martins hotels and attractions on a st martins. What links here related changes special pages printable version. Hit up the highlights of st marin in just one day with this speedboat tour. Find information on the popular cities on the island of st martin by clicking the cities on the st martin map above.
Feel free to print the maps, and to take it with you when exploring the island. Friars bay the turn off to friars bay is found on the left, 2km north of marigot on the road heading towards grand case. The cruise port in st kitts is situated in basseterre, the capital of the nation, on the south shore of the island. This halfmoon shaped bay on the windward side of the island is protected by a great snorkeling reef and is very popular for all types of surfing. Maarten occupies the southern half of this uniquely divided caribbean island. I take a walk around friars bay to see how things look great. Located on the west end of the island and on the french side it offers a sense of ownership. One of the few areas on st martin not much effected by hurricane irma is friar s bay.
Plum bay beach, saint martin ultimate guide april 2020. Blasts of sand can be powerful depending on where youre. Here is yet another spot that enhances the beauty of this twin flag island. Friars beach cafe is known for its excellent french fare and great service. Interactive map, virtual tours for island of st maarten st martin.
Friars bay saintmartin 2020 all you need to know before you. Map of st martin and travel information about st martin brought to you by lonely planet. What would be st maarten map without a map of st maarten. There is a similar map for the terres basses region, as well as a general island map. Childrens parade small in scale but praised for commitment. Saint kitts and nevis are located in the leeward islands chain of the lesser antilles, between the atlantic ocean and the caribbean sea, around 50 miles 72 km south of st maarten and 60 miles 96 km west of antigua, two other. Rent a whole home for your next weekend or holiday. St martin st maarten tourism st martin st maarten hotels. Friars bay, or anse des peres, has a more familyfriendly atmosphere than some of the other scantily clad shores of st. All traffic coming from pburg heading toward simpson bay is forced to turn right just after the afoo supermarket. Midisland and north of marigot, friars bay spoils that sunbather and swimmer who want a more lowkey environment while still enjoying the gourmet experience.
On the way into pburg from simpson bay, you enter a large roundabout in cole bay that seems to be helping traffic a bit. Beach chairs and umbrellas are also provided so you can work on that tan in comfort. If you would like us to add a pin, please contact us, wed be happy to add it. The smallest island in the world shared by two countries, st. Online road maps of the island st martin st maarten forum. Hotels near friars bay, saintmartin on tripadvisor. Terms of use privacy and cookies statement site map how the site works. Caribbean islands cruise the small cruise ship collection. Thanks to its climate and untouched natural heritage, the island offers unparalleled yearround watersports and outdoor activities. By day, visitors relax by the calm waters of the caribbean sea but when the sun goes down friars bay beach moves to the sounds of rock and reggae.
Known in french as anse des peres, the very scenic friars bay beach is a sheltered, family friendly beach in the northwest. Since this beautiful bay is well protected from the wind and heavy surf, it is ideal for the whole family. The contraband was found in a container at port st. If your main focus is on beaches, see our beach tour. Plum bay is situated in the lowlands on the french side of st. Explore businesses, photos, flights, movies, services, road maps, and places to go on st martin. The beach is famous for its two well known beach restaurants. Luxurious accommodation in the stateroom or suite of your choice. Explore wonderful rodney bay from marigot seadream ii. Information about activities, sightseeing, shopping, beaches, hotels, rental, snorkeling, bars, party, restaurants. One of the few areas on stmartin not much effected by hurricane irma is friars bay. Sunbathe on the soft white sand and swim or snorkel in the water, where the gentle waves are suitable even for.
Use of equipment for water sports, including wave runners, kayaks, sailboats, standup paddle boards, snorkeling gear, water skis, wake boards, and more. Marieamelie leydet school presented a hawaiian theme for the parade. St maarten map pdf mapsxm is the most comprehensive map of st maarten. We thought that an interactive map of st maarten would be greatly appreciated by visitors and locals to easily find specific locations and things to do in st maarten. With a population of 41,486 as of january 2019 on an area of 34 km 2 sq mi, it encompasses the southern 40% of the divided island of saint martin, while the northern 60% of the island constitutes the french overseas collectivity of saintmartin. Also called cove of the fathers, the beach remains generally tranquil, with most people visiting only on weekends. Edit this page and use the map selector to add the surf spot gps location. Whether you go dutch in philipsburg or prefer marigots french touch, youre always welcome. Book your tickets online for friar s bay, saint martin. Captain bob most popular speed boat, snorkeling and beach tour with lunch.
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