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  • Walt Disney Parks and Resorts
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St. Maarten (St. Martin) Facts

• Passports and Visas
  Passport required for entry and a return/continuing ticket.
• Health Information
  No vaccinations required for entry.
• Time
  EST + 1 hour, Daylight Savings not observed.
• Electricity
  In St. Martin, electrical appliances run at 220 volts (50 Hz) In St. Maarten, electrical appliances run at 110 volts (60 Hz). Be prepared and bring the appropriate converters.
• Languages Spoken
  English is spoken everywhere, but Dutch is the official language of St.Maarten, and French the official language of St. Martin.
• Currency
  In St. Maarten, the Netherlands Antilles florin or guilder (NAF) is the official currency, but the U.S. dollar is widely accepted. In St. Martin, the Euro is the official currency, but again, the U.S. dollar is accepted as well.
• Gratuity Tips
  Hotels on the French side typically add 5% occupancy tax per person, but a small gratuity is greatly appreciated for exceptionally good service. Restaurants also add a service charge to the bill. For taxi drivers it is customary to tip between 50 cents and a dollar. Porters at the airport usually get $1 per bag.
• Taxes and VATS
  St. Maarten/St. Martin is the only completely duty-free port in the Caribbean.
  

  • Airport Departure Tax - For International destinations, there is a tax of US$30.00 for those age 2 and up. For islands within the Netherlands Antilles, the departure tax is US$10.00
• Clothing Requirements
  Not as conservative as the British Islands, but location appropriate attire is appreciated. Swimming attire is not appreciated in hotel lobbies or for walking around town. At night dress remains somewhat informal, but jackets and shawls are recommended since casinos and restaurants can get a little chilly.
• Tourism Information
  
  St. Maarten Tourist Office (NY):
  Telephone: 212-953-2084
  Email: info@st-maarten.com

  St. Martin Tourist Office:
  Email: sxmtony@msn.com
  675 Third Avenue Suite 1807
  New York, NY 10017
  212-475-8970 or 877-956-1234