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ST. MAARTEN/ST. MARTIN Dutch St. Maarten and French St. Martin share a celebrated island and its cornucopia of tropical pleasures. Each side has its own distinct charm, with the combined effect being a magnificent crossroads of colonial and Caribbean splendor. 12 Grand Case 11 Away from the beach lie colorful open-air markets, sites rich in colonial grandeur, acclaimed restaurants of every flavor and variety, and an artistic community that brings the world's cultural elite to celebrate this tropical brilliance. 13 L'Esperance Airport The luminous beaches are brilliant golden crescents, where you can snorkel, dive, windsurf and kayak in the stunning, warm and crystalline waters. 9 ST. 10 Orient Bay 14 MARTIN Marigot Bay Marigot Longue 8 Bay Simpson Bay Lagoon 4 6 Juliana International Airport ST. MA ARTEN 1 Simpson Bay Caribbean Sea 7 Cole Bay 3 0 mile Oyster 2 Pond 5 Philipsburg Great Bay 1 0 km 1 ST. MAARTEN/DUTCH SIDE 1 CORAL BEACH CLUB **** H Enjoy stunning vistas on this idyllic, exclusive beachfront property along famous Dawn Beach. All the villas offer large sweeping terraces with private plunge pools. The villas and townhouses offer travertine floors, spacious living areas, fully equipped kitchens, central A/C, ceiling fans, large closets, satellite TV, high speed wireless internet, iPod docks, plush bathrobes and in-room safe deposit boxes. 2 WESTIN ST. MAARTEN DAWN BEACH RESORT & SPA **** H The way paradise should feel. Located on the bach you can relax all day or go get pampered at the Luxurious Hibiscus Spa. Enjoy the state of the art fitness center. Dine at one of the exquisite restaurants overlooking crystal azure Caribbean waters and continue the evening at the Casino. Play Golf nearby and shop till you drop at the Duty free capital of the world. 3 DIVI LITTLE BAY BEACH RESORT *** H The Divi Little Bay Beach Resort offers guests stunning views and long stretches of sandy beach. From hilltop suites to oceanfront guestrooms, the Divi Little Bay features a casual poolside café, romantic oceanfront restaurant, sidewalk café, pool, spa and on-site watersports. 4 OYSTER BAY BEACH RESORT *** H Nestled on an eight acre peninsula between beautiful Dawn Beach and Oyster Pond, this recently renovated resort features Moorish arches and Caribbean style buildings and was voted #1 Value in St. Maarten by Travel+Leisure's 2010 reader's poll. Oyster Bay offers 172 spacious studios, one- and two-bedroom suites with kitchens, balconies, Wi-Fi, pre-arrival grocery delivery, two restaurants and bars, nightly entertainment, fitness center, full service spa and activities program. St. Maarten/St. Martin 83