By Air
Often referred to as the crossroads of the Caribbean, getting to St. Maarten by air or sea is now easier than ever. Just three and one half hours from New York City, direct fights are offered by such carriers as Continental, American, U.S. Air, United, Delta, Spirit and Jet Blue. In 2006 a new terminal building was completed at St. Maarten's Princess Juliana International Airport.(SXM). Other recent upgrades to the airport include air traffic control and radar system upgrades and improvements to the taxiways and apron

Airport Departure Tax
For international destinations, there is a departure tax of US$30.00 for those aged two and up. This departure tax may already be included in the airfare of certain carriers. For islands within the Netherlands Antilles, the departure tax is US$10.00. Some islands have made provisions to include the departure tax in your airline ticket

By Sea
St. Maarten's A.C. Wathey Pier is ranked among the top ten world cruise ports and destinations. This ultra-modern facility, featuring seaside and boulevard promenades, can accommodate four cruise vessels alongside its 2100 feet cruise pier. A genesis class pier is currently under construction.

For a list of Things to do, Hotels and Places to Dine, Click here to visit The St. Maarten Tourist Bureau website