Tag: Cruises to St. Maarten from Florida

Visiting the eastern Caribbean island of St. Maarten is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. The best way to do this is by planning a cruise from one of the many Florida ports.

Florida, known as “The Sunshine State,” is also a top-ranked holiday destination in its own right. With so much to do in Florida, it’s worth spending a few days there before or after your cruise. As a sun, sea, and sand location, Florida attracts all kinds of travelers, from partygoers to retirees, nature lovers, thrill seekers, and even foodies, not to mention beachgoers and water sports enthusiasts. Explore some of Florida’s busy, modern cities, quiet beach towns, and beautiful natural areas.

If you’re thinking about taking a cruise from Florida with a stop in St. Maarten, you have four ports to choose from: Miami, Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Tampa, and Port Canaveral (Orlando). Whichever departure port you choose on your journey from Florida to the South Caribbean island of St. Maarten, with multiple stops in all kinds of different ports, you’ll be greeted by sandy white beaches, tropical weather, lush green landscapes, and colorful cultures.

So, if you want a vacation that is both exciting and restful, with a layover in St. Maarten, choose one of the cruises that depart out of Florida.

St. Maarten, Dutch Caribbean

St. MaartenSt. Maarten, a popular cruise-ship stop is part of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, an island country on the southern part of a Caribbean island shared with Saint Martin, a French overseas collectivity. The island of Sint Maarten or Saint Martin is the smallest land mass in the world to be shared by two different nations. Only 37 square miles are governed by France and the Kingdom of the Netherlands. The capital, Philipsburg, has cobblestone streets and colorful, colonial-style buildings lining its Front Street shopping area. Add dozens of beaches and lagoons, a mountain range, luxury hotels, elegant villas, and over 300 restaurants, you’ll understand why St. Martin is the most visited of all the Leewards.

St. Maarten tourist attractions

The main port, Philipsburg, gives guests plenty of choices for dining, nightlife, and shopping in the city. St. Maarten offers plenty of other attractions and activities that are well worth exploring during your stay.

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