Are you supposed to tip in St. Martin?

Restaurants on French St. Martin are compelled to include the tip into the menu price. Legally, the price posted on the menu includes service and there is no obligation to pay more. Most European just round up and leave a few Euro, pretty much what an American guest would pay on top of the customary 15% in the US, in…

Is St. Maarten duty-free?

Maarten. Our duty-free markets and shops are filled with brands you love, and unique local specialties you won't be able to find anywhere else. Truly a shopping destination, St. Maarten offers the retail therapy you deserve while staying on the island.

Can I use my cell phone in St Martin?

Verizon and T-Mobile both work in SXM. I am not sure about other carriers.. Depending on your plan, however, you may be charged a lot for roaming charges.

What is the best currency to take to St. Maarten?

Should I bring cash to St Maarten?

The US Dollar is accepted everywhere on the island. Local currency and US Dollar ATM machines (Maestro/Cirrus) are situated throughout the island. Major credit cards are accepted in most tourist establishments.

Does St. Maarten accept US dollars?

In St Maarten, divided between the Dutch side (St Maarten) and the French side (St Martin), both the US Dollar and the Euro are valid forms of payment. The US Dollar is widely recognized on both sides, offering convenience to most travelers, whereas the Euro is the official currency on the French side.

What beer do they drink in St. Maarten?

St.Martin has a dual identity, with residents speaking Dutch and French, respectively. So it shouldn't come as a surprise that the two sides differ in their choice of beer. Carib — again — is the favorite on the French side, while Heineken's Dutch taste keeps St. Maarten locals happy.

Do I need a power adapter in St Maarten?

Electricity in St. Maarten (Dutch side) is exactly the same as the United States with a 110 voltage at 50 Hz standard. Standard US plugs and appliances are compatible too.

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