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Villa Paradijs
Villa Paradijs is surrounded by a tropical garden and overlooks the dynamic panorama of Oyster Pond, Dawn Beach, and a distant view of St. Bart's. With its windward exposure and expansive terrace, Villa Paradijs offers magnificent Caribbean sunrises and fragrant tropical breezes throughout the year.
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With an area of only 37 square miles, the island of St. Maarten/St. Martin is the smallest land mass in the world to be divided between two governments. Its dual owners are the Dutch and the French, who have shared the tiny and paradisical island more or less peacefully for almost 350 years. This understated absence of conflict testifies to one of the island's most precious and attractive characteristics--its unusual serenity.
Situated about 150 miles east of Puerto Rico, Dutch St. Maarten (the French spell it St. Martin) covers 16 square miles of the southern part of the island, an area marked by verdant, rolling hills that languidly rest above mile after mile of beach, salt pond, and lagoon. Although the region falls under the government of Netherlands Antilles and the Kingdom of the Netherlands, its diversity and the strong influence of West-Indian traditions make its culture anything but exclusively Dutch. St. Maarten's atmosphere is a winning blend of Caribbean hospitality and European sophistication.
Philipsburg, the Dutch capital since 1768, is widely known for its colonial architecture. The town began as a Dutch trading center, and the forts around Philipsburg are haunting reminders of its one-time strategic importance. Traders from throughout the empire once sailed through the protective arms of its Great Bay, establishing the town as a lively center of international commerce. Although most of the vessels that arrive in the harbor today are cruise ships, international trade still thrives in St. Maarten thanks to its status as a leading duty-free port. To put it simply, St. Maarten is a shopper's dream.
St. Maarten is also known throughout the Caribbean for its eclectic nightlife. The evening ritually begins at sunset, when cafes and night clubs open their doors and the music of steel drum bands floats along the beaches. The island's festive spirit peaks during carnival, a vibrant, two-week festival of feasting, street dancing, parties, and parades.
St. Maarten's dependable trade winds free the island from oppressive heat or prolonged leaden skies, and its temperate climate is consistently graced by the sun.
The island's sugary-white beaches are spiritually restive and abundant, and walkers who encounter them are often struck by their splendid seclusion. Off-shore, St. Maarten's life-rich waters provide superb boating and fishing, as well as excellent diving areas. The inland region, with its gentle valleys and hills, is ideal for biking, horseback riding, and exploration. All these offerings have made St. Maarten a famous tropical destination, and the island is dotted with world-class resorts. Private guest houses are also an increasingly popular form of lodging, catering to visitors seeking traditional Caribbean hospitality.
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Villa Paradijs is a delightful walk from the beach, sailing, windsurfing, and snorkeling. There are several acclaimed gourmet restaurants nearby. Yet Villa Paradijs is a place unto itself, a secluded vacation retreat for family and friends seeking quiet, privacy, and a chance to view paradise from a different perspective. Located on the Dutch side near the French border, the villa is just 15 to 20 minutes by car from Philipsburg, the Dutch capital, and Marigot, the French capital, where you'll find great shopping, fabulous dining, casinos, and exciting nightlife.
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The villa is comfortably furnished and tastefully decorated in bright island colors. Three bedrooms, each with private bath, sleep 6 in two queen and two twin beds. You will find all the modern conveniences: dishwasher, washer/dryer, microwave, refrigerator with icemaker, gas BBQ, cable TV, VCR, and stereo system with tape and CD.
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La Plage is the absolutely best place to stay! the people there are wonderful and so many places are in walking distanve from the hotel. They have a ...
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We are considering a vacation at La Vista Resort but have some major questions about the beach. Is it a downhill walk (are there steps or a road?) ...
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| Wyndham Sapphire Beach Club & Resort - Review (St. Maarten) |  4 Stars |
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Wonderful Time: We've had such a wonderful time as renters over the last 5 yrs on the island that we bought our own timeshare at Sapphire Beach. The building was ...
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| Wyndham Sapphire Beach Club & Resort - Review (St. Maarten) |  1 Stars |
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Please save your money--so dirty!: This place doesn't even come close to what they charge you. The room may have had a nice view, but I tried to stay out of the room as much as I could ...
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| The Caravanserai Beach Resort - Review (St. Maarten) |  3 Stars |
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Good Time Had by All: The rooms were not fancy but they were clean. The service was excellent. The room did not have a safe in it when we checked in. After a quick call ...
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| Holland House Beach Hotel - Review (St. Maarten) | 3 Stars |
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Very pleasent Hotel: The Holland House is a nice Hotel with nice people who do their utmost.I experienced excellent service. Very fine beach and no problems at all ...
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| Wyndham Sapphire Beach Club & Resort - Review (St. Maarten) | 1 Stars |
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Dont stay here...: The hotel is in desperate need of remodeling! The rooms are not that nice, no hot water,jacuzzi didnt work! The bar staff is 2 frenchmen and they are ...
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