The Ultimate Luxury Vacation on St. Martin

Gobsmackingly beautiful beaches are all part of the ultimate luxury vacation on St. Martin... photo by CC user Clavius66 on wikimedia

Out of all the Caribbean islands in this gorgeous region St. Martin ranks among its top destinations, as it is blessed with flawless beaches, soaring peaks, divine French cuisine, and plenty of amazing luxury accommodations.

With many oceanside St. Martin villa rentals with stunning views, you won’t have an issue finding a place that will set you up for the ultimate luxury vacation on St. Martin. The following activities will help you round out your time here in fine fashion…

1) Check into a blissful spa

If the soothing colors of Caribbean sands and water haven’t relaxed you enough, then checking into some of St. Martin’s alluring spas certainly will. La Samanna Spa is one of the best options on the island, as it offers a wide variety of massage styles from around the world, as well as using of the best spa products on the market during the course of your treatments.

2) Lose the crowds at one of many secluded beaches

If your idea of a luxurious vacation involves getting away from the masses to a beach where you can be alone with your thoughts, then you will find plenty of peaceful spots on St. Martin that will live up to your expectations.

Long Bay and Plum Bay both pass this test, with the former stretching for several unbroken kilometres where you can find a spot to call your own, and the latter being situated well away from major resort areas, giving you plenty of opportunity to tan or snorkel in peace.

3) Sample some fine French cuisine

Being a French outpost in paradise, it is no surprise that there is a lot of excellent French cuisine in St. Martin, much of which has been influenced by Caribbean techniques and seafood. One of the better places to dine on the island is at L’Auberge Gourmande, which takes French standards like foie gras and frog legs and pairs them with local scallops and shrimp to create a culinary experience you won’t soon forget. Reservations are strongly recommended.

4) Get a view of it all from Pic du Paradis

Finally, don’t leave for home without taking a trip up to Pic du Paradis for some of the best photos you’ll take in this corner of the Caribbean. You’ll need to hire the services of a guide to get here, as the road here is rugged to the point where needing a four wheel drive is a requirement. It is well worth it though, as sweeping views of the surrounding coastline from the peak of Saint Martin will be the climax of the ultimate luxury vacation on St. Martin.