How to visit one island that's divided by two independent countries

St. Maarten is the last port we visited during our Family Cruise. The place is  inviting and wishful thinking we have a cottage there. At this time we did the family tour that less walking for my father-in-law. Geez! the tour is so popular considering the  itinerary is about the island that was divided by two independent countries. Isn't that interesting? Yeah! it attracts tourist.

The panoramic view of St. Maarte from our deck

St. Maarten is the port  and is popular for less expensive and known as a  Dutch side where your cruise arrives and you will find yourself in Philipsburg.

St. Martin is a a French side and known most likely a European style. At this side expect a little bit more pricey compare to Dutch. If you want to shop for fashion you can get one on this side. At the french side I seen  many Yacht and that week they have a Classic Yacht Regatta. You know the type of people who can afford yacht.

Some of the Yacht

History Lovers: Hubby and I prefer history and so my parents-in-law so we learnt about the two countries in less than 2 hours. Though the people come for sun and enjoy the island activities like snorkeling, swimming and Jewelry shopping.

Whether you like it or not Jewelry shop is one of the most popular there and most shops are Jewelry and its  cheap considering no sales tax.

My mother-in-law and my daughter enjoying the view.

Although the countries speak on their  language people could speak English so you have no worries at all. People are friendly but of course you have to be careful as a traveler as it applies where ever you go.