ST MAARTEN BEACHES | Where to GO and Where to AVOID
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The creator provides a comprehensive guide to ten different beaches on the island of St. Martin for cruise passengers. The video begins by explaining the unique political landscape of the island, which is divided between French and Dutch territories. The creator details various beach experiences ranging from the convenient Great Bay Beach near the cruise port to the expansive Orient Beach, noting that many French side beaches are clothing optional. The guide covers diverse environments, including the serene and remote Bay Rouge Beach, the famous but crowded Maho Beach located near an airport runway, and the more peaceful Mullet Bay Beach. The creator also highlights amenities and accessibility for locations like Kimshaw Beach and Friars Bay Beach, while warning travelers about safety concerns at Legalon Beach due to reports of theft. Additionally, the video discusses the seclusion of Happy Bay Beach, which requires a hike to reach, and the resort-based Dawn Beach. The creator concludes with practical advice regarding transportation and the importance of scheduling taxi pickups to ensure passengers return to their ships before departure.
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I've got 10 popular St. Martin beaches to tell you about. And my least favorite of them all might surprise
We have been to St. Martin a number of times and have experienced many of the beaches ourselves while on tours
This is not a beach I would spend much time at. It's a small beach. It's only about a/4 mile long, and it's incredibly packed with tourists
I'm afraid what was once known as a gorgeous place to spend the day with the family is now known as a risky spot that unfortunately you should probably avoid
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