Maho Beach- For the plane-landing experience (right at runway)

Mullet Bay Beach- Close to Maho, good beach vibe

Simpson Bay Beach -More lively, good for strolling, people watching, local restaurants

Grande Case- Local restaurants, imagine scrolling in a village of warm people

Orient Bay / Baie Orientale- Gorgeous white sand, good facilities, water sports, French restaurants along the shore

On the Dutch / Sint Maarten side (around Maho, Philipsburg, Simpson Bay):

• Mr. Chow Modern Asian Bistro (near Maho)

• Jax Steakhouse (fine dining) St. Maarten / St. Martin

• Roma (Italian) St. Maarten / St. Martin

• Indigo Beach Club & Restaurant (Cay Bay)

• Top Carrot (for lighter / vegetarian, juices)

• La Sucrière (breakfast / café)

• Bamboo House (Boho and Amazing views)

• Kalatua - Beachfront Restaurant

On the French / St. Martin side (Grand Case, etc):

• Baratie a Caribbean fusion / French-Caribbean restaurant in Marigot, open for breakfast & lunch and amazing brunches

• Rainbow Café (on beach)

• La Terrasse (in St. Martin)

• Le Karibuni (Pinel / boutique)

• Watch planes land at Maho Beach

This is one of the signature SXM experiences — sitting (or standing) at the end of the runway while planes fly very low overhead.

• Visit Orient Bay (Baie Orientale)

A beautiful long sandy beach on the French side, with plenty of water sports, beach bars, and a nice relaxed vibe.

• Hike or explore Loterie Farm

In the interior hills, this nature reserve offers hiking trails, zip lines, and hidden lagoon spots.

• Go to Îlet Pinel

Take a boat or kayak over, enjoy snorkeling, beaches, and walking around the small island.

• Rainforest Adventures / Rockland Estate (SXM)

This is one of the more unique adventure parks on the island. It offers zip lines, chairlifts (Sky Explorer), the “Flying Dutchman” steep zip line, and tubing / “schooner ride” down the mountain.