Planning a Trip to St. Maarten + St. Martin
Planning to visit the Caribbean island of St. Maarten and St. Martin? Lucky you! Here’s what to know to have the best vacation possible on this unique Dutch and French island.
Beaches + Beach Vacations
How do we get sand in our suitcases?
You guessed it. We’re beach lovers! And we’ve chilled on beaches from Mozambique to Mykonos and everywhere in between.
So if you want to make your next vacation a shore thing, let us take you to the world’s best beaches!
Some beach destinations we love
Kauai (Hawaii) | Kick back on the best swimming beaches in Kauai!
Mexico | How do you choose between Cancun vs Cozumel (or Cancun vs Puerto Vallarta)?
St. Barts (Caribbean) | You’ll love this chichi Caribbean island. Check out our ultimate St. Barts travel guide.
See our posts on beaches and beach vacays below:
25 Unmissable Things to Do in Saint Martin (St. Martin) + St. Maarten
Discover the best of both countries on this tiny Caribbean island. Hit French Saint Martin for its French restos and buzzy beach clubs. Dutch St. Maarten is known for its casinos, watersports and shopping.
23 Best Beach Hotels in Mykonos + Mykonos Travel Guide
Things to do in Mykonos? Chill on sybaritic beaches! Naturally you want a beachfront hotel. These Mykonos beach hotels are the best places to stay on the glam Greek island.
23 Crazy Fun Things to Do in Parksville and Qualicum Beach
Beachcombing on Rathtrevor Beach is great. But there are other super fun things to do in Parksville and Qualicum Beach too. Explore Horne Lake Caves. See the goats on the roof in Coombs. And more!
Hawaii Bucket List! 75 Epic Things to Do in the Aloha State
Wondering what to do in Hawaii? Check out these fabulous attractions and activities – from snorkeling with sea turtles in Maui to visiting the serene Byodo-In Temple in Oahu.
30+ Best Luxury Hotels in Tulum: Chic, Boutique + Cool
From deluxe boho-chic beach digs (like Sanara Tulum, with its yoga studio and vegan resto) to cool boutique hotels in Tulum Town (like Hotel Bardo, with private plunge pools), discover the best places to stay in Tulum, Mexico.
Cancun vs Puerto Vallarta: Which Mexico Vacation is Best?
Cancun or Puerto Vallarta? Cancun has white-sand beaches, glam resorts and nightlife. PV has more culture, an authentic Mexican vibe and a tasty culinary scene. But they’re both great Mexican holiday hot spots.
Cancun vs Cozumel, Mexico: Which is Right for You?
Cancun and Cozumel are two very different creatures. Cancun is famous for its glitzy resorts, white sand beaches and nightlife, while Cozumel is catnip for scuba divers.