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Great Bay Beach in St. Maarten<\/strong>; (c) Soul Of America<\/p><\/div>\n

St. Maarten Beaches \/ St. Martin Beaches<\/h2>\n

With over 45 miles of coastline, St. Martin is a magical island, embedded between the Atlantic Ocean and the Caribbean Sea.
\nSt. Maarten\/St. Martin features some of the world\u2019s finest seascapes. From unspoiled, quiet shores to lively hubs of activity, the island’s beaches reflect the rich diversity of this tropical treasure. Among three dozen beaches, several rank among the finest in the Caribbean. There is a beach for every taste.<\/p>\n

Long Bay<\/strong>
\nLocated in the heart of the Low Lands on the western coast of the island, Baie Longue, or Long Bay, is the first beach on French Saint Martin when traveling north from the Dutch side. One of the longest beaches on the island, Baie Longue stretches from La Samanna’s Hotel Resort on the left to “Pointe du Canonnier” on the right. It is also one of Saint Martin\u2019s quietest beaches, with only the gentle lapping of the waves to disturb you.<\/p>\n

Plum Bay<\/strong>
\nIn the Lowlands between “Pointe du Canonnier” and “Falaise aux Oiseaux”, Baie aux Prunes or Plum Bay, is a secluded beach with golden sands and water in every shade of blue. Plum Bay is perfect for visitors looking for peace and harmony. <\/p>\n

Nettle Bay<\/strong>
\nThis long stretch of sand lies just 5 minutes from the town of Marigot and is home to a number of resort hotels. Rocks, stones, and strong currents mean that this is not the ideal swimming location but the gentle breeze of the trade winds make this rarely frequented beach a pleasant place to visit. On the lagoon side, pretty beaches are shaded by palm trees and hotel amenities.<\/p>\n

Lovers’ Beach<\/strong>
\nNestled in the rocky coastline of “Pointe Arago”, Lovers\u2019 Beach is the smallest beach on Saint Martin, it was named that way because it can only accommodate two people at a time!
\nHard to find but worth it!<\/p>\n

Friars’ Bay Beach<\/strong>
\nKnown in French as \u201cAnse des P\u00e8res\u201d, the very scenic Friars Bay Beach is a sheltered, family-friendly beach in the northwest of the island. The beach is famous for its two well-known beach restaurants, Friars Bay Beach Caf\u00e9 and Kali\u2019s Beach Bar.
\nBy day, visitors relax by the calm waters of the Caribbean sea, but when the sun goes down Friar’s Bay Beach moves to the sounds of rock and reggae.<\/p>\n

Happy Bay<\/strong>
\nWith its paradise setting, this is the quintessential tropical beach. Accessible only by a 10-minute hike through the hills, Happy Bay is one of the island\u2019s most beautiful beaches and has managed to preserve its authentic and untouched charm.
\nLined with coconut trees, Happy Bay\u2019s white sands are ideal for picnicking.<\/p>\n

Grand-Case Beach<\/strong>
\nLocated at the heart of the picturesque fishing village that bears its name, Grand Case Bay is a long beach at the foot of celebrated gourmet restaurants and smaller renowned traditional eateries, known as solos. Grand Case Bay is sheltered and the Caribbean blue waters there are calm and clear. Divers will enjoy exploring the famous Creole Rock.<\/p>\n

Little Beach<\/strong>
\nLying opposite Creole Rock at the northern end of Grand Case Bay is Little Beach.
\nPractically untouched, the beach is the perfect place to relax under the shade of sea grape trees and swim in the calm turquoise waters.<\/p>\n

Anse Marcel<\/strong>
\nThe magnificent Anse Marcel is a sheltered and well-developed beach at the base of the exquisite Port Lonvilliers resort in the north of the island. As the bay is protected on both sides, the water here is calm and the beach is popular with families. Visitors will enjoy strolling around the marina and its shops.<\/p>\n

Orient Bay<\/strong>
\nKnown as the “Saint Tropez of the Caribbean”, Orient Bay (Baie Orientale) beach, situated in the northeastern part of the island, is one of the island\u2019s largest and most popular beaches. The beach offers a full range of tourist amenities, including beach restaurants, hotels, shops, and watersports. Orient Bay is a favorite celebrity and jet setter hotspot. A nude beach can be found to the extreme south of the bay.<\/p>\n

Guana Bay<\/strong>
\nThe picturesque and unspoiled Guana Bay Beach faces out towards the island of Saint Barths and isn’t very frequent. The beach is very popular with water sports fans.
\nBeware of the strong undertow and strong currents in deep waters.<\/p>\n

Great Bay<\/strong>
\nGreat Bay Beach is located right in the heart of Philipsburg and is lined with bars and restaurants that spill out onto Front Street.
\nThe beach is accessed via a promenade that runs most of the way across its length. At the eastern end, one can enjoy the view of cruise ships in port.<\/p>\n

Little Bay<\/strong>
\nLittle Bay Beach is cut off from Great Bay by the Fort Amsterdam peninsula and is therefore fairly well protected. The Nature Foundation group has recently initiated a program to replant the site, which is rapidly becoming a haven for birdlife.<\/p>\n

Pelican Cay<\/strong>
\nThis small and pleasant beach sits at the foot of the resort hotels, opposite Simpson Bay, in the southwest of the island. A number of tourist amenities are available there.<\/p>\n

Maho Beach<\/strong>
\nMaho Beach is world-famous for its unique location right at the business end of the Princess Juliana Airport runway in St. Martin. Crowds gather to watch jumbo jets take off and land. Don\u2019t leave anything on the beach under the flight path as the jet blast will whip it away.<\/p>\n

Mullet Bay<\/strong>
\nVery popular with tourists and locals alike, the beautiful fine-sanded Mullet Bay Beach sits on the edge of the golf course. North winds provide fantastic offshore conditions for surfers.<\/p>\n

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