Visitors to St. Maarten will enjoy the sounds of island bands playing a variety of zouk, calypso, reggae, jazz and pop. There are also eight casinos on the Dutch side of St. Maarten, just a short ride away.

Area Attractions

• Duty-free shopping: Luxury items from all over the world such as French and Italian clothing, Dutch and Japanese electronics, Indonesian batiks and Chinese embroidery-all free of all taxes and customs-are offered at bargain prices.
• Dining: St. Maarten is perhaps most famous for its restaurants and the elegance of its cuisine. From the most sumptuous of French delicacies to the tangy blends of Creole cooking to more exotic tastes like Chinese and East Indian, the island provides a wide variety of restaurants, bistros, and barbecue shacks (called "lolos") that will delight even the most sophisticated of gourmets.
• Eco-Adventures: The center offers hiking, biking, camping and kayaking opportunities for all skill levels, including fun family adventures. Deep-sea fishing - Enjoy deep-sea fishing at its best. All trips include tackle, bait, snacks and open bar.
• Watersports: Scuba courses for advanced and novice divers, along with scuba and snorkeling equipment rental.
• Powerboat tours: Experience the sights and sounds of St. Maarten on a chartered tour that will take you to parts of the Caribbean you never knew existed. You'll explore St. Maarten's lagoons and natural reserves as well as small neighboring islands where you can dine, drink and snorkel to your heart's content. Full- and half-day excursions are available.
• Day trips: Expand your view of the Caribbean with day trips to nearby islands such as St. Barths, Anguilla and Saba, each with its own unique personality and numerous activities.