ST. MARTIN IS INVITING ISLAND HOPPERS TO EXPLORE THE LEEWARD ISLANDS
Island Hopping from St. Martin is a Vacation Bonus
GRAND CASE, ST. MARTIN: Oct. 2022: For those who plan to fly south for the fall and winter, St. Martin is the ideal destination to kickstart an island-hopping vacation. With convenient proximity to other Caribbean islands, French St. Martin is the perfect starting point for a diverse multi-island odyssey offering easy access to the neighboring islands like Anguilla, St. Barts, and Saba, to name a few. www.st-martin.org/
Anguilla
Much of the action on Anguilla takes place at the west end of the island, which conveniently is where the ferry from Marigot in St. Martin arrives. The ferry from Marigot in St. Martin runs frequently and usually takes only 25 minutes to reach Anguilla. Entering Anguilla from Blowing Point Terminal means you’ll be greeted by the locals as well as a plethora of taxis to take you to your hotel. If you prefer to travel via plane, you can also do so from St. Martin. It’s only a 10-minute flight, During your stay in Anguilla, sparkling white-sand beaches, secluded coves, resorts, and maybe a celebrity or two. You’ll fall in love with the many picturesque beaches on the island, such as Meads Bay and Shoal Bay. https://ivisitanguilla.com/
St. Barthélemy
In only 30 minutes, you can reach the island known as the ‘French Riviera of the Caribbean’: St. Barthélemy or St. Barts as it’s often called. The island of St. Barts is small; there are fewer than 10 square miles of land, so you won’t find an international airport. One of the best ways to visit St. Barts is by taking the ferry from St. Martin. Three of the main ferry ports in St. Martin (Marigot, Simpson Bay, and Philipsburg) offer ferries to St. Barts. Most ferries from St. Martin to St. Barts arrive at its capital, Gustavia, within an hour. Taking a ferry to Gustavia is definitely the easiest and most affordable way to get to St. Barts. Small commuter jets are an option for those who get seasick but tend to run on the more expensive side. https://www.st-barths.com/en
Saba
Traveling to Saba from St. Martin is surprisingly easy. Whether you prefer to reach the tiny island via plane or ferry, you can do so with ease. If you choose to fly to Saba, chartered flights only take 12 minutes to reach the island. Most people who visit Saba from St. Martin head over to the Dutch side of the island, Sint Maarten, and take The Edge ferry across. This high-speed ferry departs Sint Maarten three times a week and will reach Saba within 1.5 hours. You will arrive at the main ferry terminal, Fort Bay. Once you’ve reached the island of Saba, you’ll be blown away by its serene, untouched essence. The island offers a much slower pace than many other islands in the Caribbean. Saba may be tiny, but this special municipality of The Netherlands is the perfect destination for those who want to enjoy the natural beauty. You’ll be surrounded by rain forests, mountains, rocky cliffs, and a clear-blue ocean. If you’re feeling adventurous, we suggest you try to climb Mount Scenery, which is a dormant volcano and the highest elevation in the Netherlands. www.sabatourism.com/
Return to St. Martin
After island hopping throughout the neighboring islands of St. Martin, you can return to the island with great memories, sun-kissed skin, and ease. Take some time to unwind upon your return, shop in Marigot, explore the Loterie Farm, or relax at Grand Case Beach. There you have it! You’ve managed to skip the cold Canadian winters by staying on one island shared by two countries (France and the Netherlands), while also visiting your neighbors: a British island (Anguilla), another French island (St. Barts), and another Dutch island (Saba) – all from your base on St. Martin. www.st-martin.org/
