Exotic Caribbean Honeymoon Vacation: St Maarten All Inclusive

By Dave Pipitone

Planning an exotic Caribbean honeymoon vacation where you and your newlywed spouse can enjoy romancing each other? If you want to experience the beauty of a tropical paradise with your husband, the island of St Maarten-St Martin is for you.

St. Maarten is the smallest land mass in the world to be shared by two different nations - France and the Netherlands Antilles. The island is small enough to explore and large enough to get lost together on one of thirty seven white sand beaches.

The island has a central mountain range that gives you a rugged and interesting terrain to explore. You can rent a car and drive along winding roads up and down the hills, through small villages and see plenty of untouched land.

The French territory of St Martin covers about two thirds of the island and is a part of Europe and the European Community. The Dutch side of St Maarten is a member island of the Netherlands Antilles and part of the Kingdom of the Netherlands.

There is no border between the two - just modest monuments and signs. The island offers more than just a honeymoon; you can plan a perfect Caribbean honeymoon vacation - the beaches and nightlife are spectacular, shopping and dining the best in the Caribbean.

The island retains the European/Caribbean culture with American comforts, where English is spoken and the US dollar is the usual currency.

St. Maarten offers the most convenient Caribbean shopping experiences. The island has a completely Duty Free status. The absence of any red tape for importing goods, guarantees great bargains for cosmetics, jewelry, liquors, cigars, electronics and much more.

If you like food, you're in the right place. St. Maarten/St. Martin has a reputation as the Caribbean gourmet island, a culinary world leader with its extensive restaurant selection.

St. Martin and St Maarten have just enough all-inclusive resorts, to choose from, staying on either side of the island. The French side of the island is quieter, if you like your privacy and pampering. The areas of Orient Bay, Anse Marcel, Grand Case, and Marigot all have all-inclusive resorts.

St. Maarten is much more crowded and busy; a number of all-inclusive resorts can be found in Philipsburg and on the southwestern coast of the island. Rates on St. Martin and St Maarten can start at $350(USD) per night per person during high season and move upwards considerably to $500(USD) to over $1000(USD) for a suite per night.

St Maarten All Inclusive Recommendations

Sonesta Great Bay Beach Resort & Casino Philipsburg, St Maarten
If you like a laid back environment, choose this all inclusive resort. You can step outside of your lodging and onto white sands and shimmering turquoise waters, near your doorstep. This resort has 285 rooms including 10 Junior Suites which offer magnificent views of the Caribbean sea or stunning mountain vistas. A number of rooms offer direct access to the beach. Your meals and amenities are included in the daily rate.

The Golden Casino, conveniently located by the lobby, is open from evening until the early hours of the morning. Enjoy the thrill of Caribbean Stud Poker, Blackjack, Roulette and try your luck on one of our state of the art slot machines. The Great Bay Activity Crew are here to ensure that your vacation is a memorable one. Depending on your package, you may pay as little as $290/day for this stay. Your stay at Great Bay begins with an excellent day!

Sonesta Maho Beach Hotel & Casino, Maho Beach, St Maarten
Like a busy time? Then, consider staying at a unique 600 room resort in St. Maarten situated on one of the most beautiful beaches on the island. The resort has a style and grace unmatched throughout the Caribbean. It boasts the island's largest casino - Casino Royale. The hotel will be busy and maybe even noisy. If you like to be where the action is, this is the place to stay. Modern, contemporary style, located in the heart of island nightlife. According to Trip Advisor, the average daily rate is $313 USD for this resort.

Your first days of marriage are a special time. Invest in an exotic Caribbean honeymoon vacation in a St Maarten all inclusive to celebrate your wedding and your new life together.

Exotic Caribbean Honeymoon Vacation: St Maarten All Inclusive

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