For those who can only bear so much sun worshiping, St. Maarten/St. Martin boasts a huge array of activities to offer, for all ages and interests. Most of the island's hotels have an Activity Desk staffed by personnel who can help to arrange activities to fit your schedule and desires.

For those of you who enjoy action on the water, St. Maarten/St. Martin truly qualifies as paradise. Her crystal clear waters are host to every type of water sport imaginable. Sailing, surfing, body-boarding, wake-boarding, jet-skiing, para-sailing, windsurfing, snorkeling, diving, kayaking, and now, the latest fad, 'Kite-surfing' or 'Fly-surfing'. For those who are inexperienced but have “always wanted to try it”, lessons are available for all activities.

For those who prefer to be airborne, why not do your first parachute jump over this beautiful Caribbean island? And closer to the ground there is horseback riding, hiking, mountain biking and numerous gyms and sporting clubs.

On the calmer side, there are many local and historical museums, art galleries and beauty spots to visit, and excursions leave several times a day to many of St. Maarten/St. Martin's neighboring islands. Whatever you decide to do on your visit to this island paradise, you will not be disappointed – though you may be a little tired!