jeudi 31 juillet 2014

St Maarten Offers Beauty And Adventure

By Annabelle Holman


To a lot of people, the perfect dream vacation involves things such as an interesting nightlife, exotic location, expansive beaches, lots of sunshine and amazing adventures. The Caribbean fills this need to a tee and has several islands, each with its own unique charm and attributes, from which one may choose to visit. The beautiful isle of St Maarten is chock full of interesting things to do and scenery that has been said to take one's breath away.

This small Caribbean haven is the world's tiniest land mass to be under the ownership of two different nations simultaneously. Measuring just thirty-seven square miles, the island is the territory of both The Netherlands Antilles and France. For several hundred years the people have coexisted peacefully with this split, actually finding ways to make it beneficial.

The two thirds majority is included in the European Community as France is the owner. The other third is Dutch and considered a member in the Kingdom of the Netherlands. Trade and other agreements between them has promoted the peaceful atmosphere and incredible success that has engulfed this land for over three hundred and fifty years.

A portion of that success is possible in part because there is practically no separation of community, no physical borders to mar the incredible landscape or make visitors feel uncomfortable or limited. They are free to travel the whole mass and enjoy all the wonderful sites, attractions or activities the island has to offer. This small space is practically bursting with things to see and do.

This island has a reputation for being the near perfect location for vacationing throughout the year. Its warm and sunny tropical climate provides temperatures that range from a pleasing mid sixty for the low, to a scorching upper ninety as the high, though the average hangs right around a comfortable 78 degrees Fahrenheit. Sporadic rain showers have a tendency to break out in the afternoons, cooling the heat of day and preparing for a soothing evening.

This paradise of the tropics is an oasis of breathtaking beauty and inspirational scenery. A mountain range is at the center of this island and its rolling hills provide an excellent backdrop for adventures such as zip lining, horseback riding, exploring, hiking or just meditating and finding one's connection with nature. Small, charming villages are located sporadically, allowing visitors to experience the unique cultures and do some shopping for local goods.

The island is surrounded by amazing beaches of sparkling white sands which are touted as some of the most beautiful on Earth. Simpson Bay Lagoon is the biggest in the Caribbean and is located here. This body of water is home to a truly impressive fleet of luxury yachts and would be entirely landlocked were it not for the two very narrow draw bridged channels allowing entrance and exit.

Whether taking a dip in the turquoise waters or riding a horse through the hills, there are adventures to be had for visitors of all types. To observe and commune with a variety of tropical fish of any color, snorkel among the living corals or to dive in the caves is to know the true beauty on the island. Ferries make daily jaunts to the neighboring land masses of St. Eustatius, St. Barths, Saba and Anguilla.




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