Left: Saint Martin, the French side of the island, where travelers can hope for a serene, quite getaway. Right: Sint Maarten, the Dutch side of the island, with bars, casinos and an active nightlife.

Saint Martin is known as “the friendly island,” a Caribbean paradise amiably split between the French side (Saint Martin) and the Dutch side (Sint Maarten) since 1648. There’s no border patrol, ...

The dual-nation island of Dutch St. Maarten and French St. Martin offers lots of frugal diversions, including vivid street murals, hilly hikes and local barbecue. Frugal Traveler The dual-nation ...

Saint Martin is a single island shared by the Dutch Sint Maarten and French Saint-Martin since 1648. For pure luxury, La Samanna, A Belmond Hotel, offers private beaches and the island's oldest wine ...

The spirit of the island of Saint Martin is characterized by levity, music and joie de vivre. Travelers can expect a welcoming experience no matter where they decide to stay; however, that decision ...