St Martin & St Maarten Travel Guide

Plan smarter. Stay better
Discover the island like a local

Explore the French side, the Dutch side, and the island in between
— with local insight from 25 years in St Martin.

Start here

Plan your stay the smart way

Find the right stay, book only the hotels worth considering, and start with the island experiences visitors actually remember.

Victoria from BookStMartin on a beach in St Martin

Written from St Martin

Welcome to my little corner of paradise

Planning a trip here is exciting — but it can also feel overwhelming at first, with so many places to choose from and so many things to do.

That’s exactly why I created BookStMartin: to help travelers find the places that truly matter, beyond the usual tourist noise.

I moved to St Martin from France nearly 25 years ago, raised my family here, and explored the island far beyond the obvious postcard spots. Over time, I’ve learned what really shapes a stay here: the right beach, the right area, the right rhythm, and the kind of local details you only understand by living here.

This is what I share on BookStMartin — a clearer, more personal way to plan your stay, choose your experiences, and enjoy the island the way it deserves to be enjoyed.

Victoria Founder of BookStMartin

Plan your trip

What are you looking for?

Start with the essentials: a villa, a beachfront condo, or the freedom to explore both sides of the island at your own pace.

Island experiences

Make the most of your trip

Start with the experiences visitors remember most: a day trip to Anguilla, swimming with turtles, or a classic catamaran day on the turquoise water.