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Area : 29 sq.mi - Population 85000 hab.
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Practical information Saint Martin
Area
29 sq.mi
Flights
9 hour direct flight or 10 hrs with a connection in Guadeloupe. Saint-Martin is 4, 100 mi from London. From Saint-Martin to Guadeloupe: 1 hr flight. From Saint-Martin to Saint-Barthelemy : 15 min flight. Air France operates one daily flight and CorsairFly offers three weekly flights. Air Caraībes operates four weekly flights, two of which are direct and the other two stop at Point-ā-Pitre. You should know that the airfare is 40% more expensive than those for Guadeloupe and Martinique.
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Population
85000 hab.
Airports
Princess Juliana international airport is in the Dutch zone, 4 miles away from Marigot (15 min) and 5 miles from Philipsburg (20 min). You will find taxis at the airport (10 dollars to go to Marigot,
15 dollars for Philipsburg) as well as numerous car rental agencies. It is best to hire a vehicle as soon as you arrive. There are no buses, however some vans do offer their services. Their fares are official (1 dollar). They are posted on the vehicle and are defined according to the destination.
Esperance airport is located in the French zone. It is reserved to regional flights. It is located 4 miles away from Marigot (15 min). You will find taxis and vans, under the same conditions as for Juliana airport.
15 dollars for Philipsburg) as well as numerous car rental agencies. It is best to hire a vehicle as soon as you arrive. There are no buses, however some vans do offer their services. Their fares are official (1 dollar). They are posted on the vehicle and are defined according to the destination.
Esperance airport is located in the French zone. It is reserved to regional flights. It is located 4 miles away from Marigot (15 min). You will find taxis and vans, under the same conditions as for Juliana airport.
Security
No major danger, on either Saint Martin's side or the Sint Marteen side.
Languages
In Saint Martin: French.
In Sint Marteen: Dutch.
Creole is spoken by 90 % of the whole population of the island. In Sint Marteen, it is known as Papiamentu. English is spoken by everyone and remains the most widely spoken language, on the French side as well as on the Dutch side.
In Sint Marteen: Dutch.
Creole is spoken by 90 % of the whole population of the island. In Sint Marteen, it is known as Papiamentu. English is spoken by everyone and remains the most widely spoken language, on the French side as well as on the Dutch side.
Requirements
Make sure you bring a valid passport as arrivals land in the Dutch part of the island, at Princess Juliana International Airport.
Religion
They are varied, just like the population. Over 50 denominations have been listed. Catholic (30 %) and Protestant (15 %) are the majority. Anglican have their own church. There are also Adventist and Methodist communities with a few thousand members, as well as numerous churches with a sectarian tendency.
Currency
The euro is only accepted in the French part of the island, while the currency in the Dutch part of the island is the Netherlands Antilles Florin or guilder. The US Dollar is also accepted throughout the island, though.
Local transportation
Hiring a car is the best idea. Driving is on the right, everywhere on the island. You need to be at least 25 years of age to hire a vehicle. We recommend you to go with Car Rent who have very attractive offers. It is advisable to book in advance. Beware of the Caribbean way of driving which usually means pulling over anywhere without giving any notice! You will drive across the border without even realising you've done so. There is no custom check. You will find taxis at Juliana airport, Marigot harbour and in Philipsburg. They are equipped with a meter. Strangely, some of them do not accept dollars, especially in the Dutch part. Ask before getting in. You will also find numerous vans playing the part of buses. They pick up several passengers. Short trips, especially within town, cost 1 dollar. For long distances, the fare depends on how far you are going.
Health
No vaccines are required.
Electricity
220 V. You will need to bring an adaptor. However, in the Dutch part of the island, the mains power is 110 V and takes American plugs.
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Taxes and tips
Customs: you may take up to 300 cigarettes or 75 cigars and 1.5 litres of alcoholic spirits through customs. You must keep any receipts for purchases of electronic equipment, and the total must not exceed ?640.
The rate of the tips is 10%.
The rate of the tips is 10%.
Telephone
To call Saint Martin from the UK or from Sint Marteen, dial
the first ten numbers without the initial 0
From the UK or from Saint Martin to Sint Marteen, dial the international code: 00 (599) + the code for Sint Marteen (54) + 5-digit number.
From Saint Martin (or Sint Marteen) to the UK:
00 44 + n# excluding the initial 0.
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the first ten numbers without the initial 0
From the UK or from Saint Martin to Sint Marteen, dial the international code: 00 (599) + the code for Sint Marteen (54) + 5-digit number.
From Saint Martin (or Sint Marteen) to the UK:
00 44 + n# excluding the initial 0.
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Customer Service:
00 33 (0)8 99 700 207
(£1.35 the call and £0.34 per minute thereafter)
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