Whether on land or by sea, visitors will never find themselves at a loss for things to do while in St. Maarten.

After the beach, take a “walk on the wild side,” and visit the St. Maarten Zoological and Botanical Garden, or test your sea legs and race like you’re part of the America’s Cup in the 12-Metre Challenge. For those that would like to get back to nature, hike the numerous trails scattered throughout the island, horseback ride on the sun-swept beaches, or snorkel from a 60-foot catamaran.

For the true adventure seekers, try your hand at parasailing and skydiving, or tour the island by motorcycle, ATV or scooter. Strap yourself into the captain’s chair for some deep sea fishing or descend the depths and explore historic wrecks and lost cannons from times past.

Play the night away in St. Maarten’s many clubs, bars and casinos. Hot spots abound but are clustered in Philipsburg, Cupecoy, Simpson Bay and Maho. If your late night turns to an early morning, point your sandals to Dawn Beach and greet the new day’s sun as it emerges from the Atlantic.