All Inclusive St. Martin Vacations

Located on the northern half of the island, the French side of Saint Martin is a tropical paradise that’s home to breathtaking landscapes and unforgettable experiences. Offering a fascinating combination of French charm and laidback Caribbean vibes, you’ll make memories to last a lifetime in this exotic locale.

Learn about the island’s history on a tour of popular landmarks in the capital city of Marigot, which was founded in the 18th century under King Louis XVI’s reign. Take in panoramic views from Fort St. Louis, a picturesque fortress that was built in the late 1700s and which offers breathtaking vistas overlooking Marigot Bay. Stroll along Rue de la République, the city’s main street that’s lined with traditional architecture.

Discover the island’s natural beauty, whether you want to soak up the sun along the pristine coastline or discover lush landscapes. The French side is home to pristine beaches like Red Bay Beach, Lover’s Beach and Long Beach, each offering the perfect conditions for water sports like kayaking, wakeboarding and snorkelling.

National language: French and Dutch

Currency: NAFL (Netherlands Antillian Guilder). We recommend travellers bring USD (United States Dollar) for their vacation.

Language notes: Hallo! Dutch is the official language of St. Maarten, which is part of The Netherlands. While the French half of the island, St Martin, belongs to France where French is the official language. You will also find English is widely spoken.

Voltage: 220V

Travel tips: Canadian devices use 120 V and will work with 110 V. Many resorts have 120 V plugs. For older devices, items using motors or heating (heated beauty tools, electric toothbrushes) and three-prong plugs we recommend bringing an adaptor with voltage conversion. The French side of the island uses 220 V and will also require an adaptor with voltage conversion.

What to pack: Don’t know what to bring? Don’t worry. Click here for a full checklist to print and refer to when packing for your all-inclusive vacation in St. Maarten.

What to buy: Guavaberries, which grow wild on the island of St. Maarten, are aged with fine rum and cane sugar to make a fruity, spicy and woody liqueur of the same name. Aside from a bottle of guavaberry to make your own cocktails at home, you can also pick up a guavaberry-flavoured jam or cake as a memorable and yummy souvenir.

Getting around: Your local Sunwing Experiences representative will handle your airport transfers, providing you with round-trip transportation from the airport to your resort and back. To discover all the incredible things to do and see, Sunwing Experiences will take you on a range of exciting tours and excursions.

Explore St. Maarten’s beautiful landscapes on both the French and the Dutch sides of the island and say “I do” in paradise. Civil ceremonies are held exclusively at the Collectivité of St Martin Salles des marriages.

Legal wedding requirements

• Wedding couple must arrive in destination at least three business days prior to the ceremony date.
• Passport copies for the wedding couple and witnesses.
• Certified copy of birth certificates that must be no older than three years.
• Declaration of marital status issued in the last three months.
• Wedding couple’s address, professions and nationalities.
• Names of the wedding couple’s parents, including mothers’ maiden names.
• If either party has been divorced, a copy of the divorce certificate.
• If either party has been widowed, a copy of the death certificate.
• Application requests must be made a minimum of 14 days in advance.
• The wedding must be within 10 days of the issuing of the intent of marriage.

Legal ceremonies will incur additional costs. Additional requirements may also apply. Please contact your desired resort directly for legal ceremony fees and any additional requirements. For more information contact [email protected].

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