Drinking Laws — Eighteen is the legal drinking age on St. Maarten/St. Martin. Alcohol is sold in grocery stores and restaurants.
Can you drink on the beach in St Maarten?
Yes you can. Just be considerate and don't bring you personal drinks then rent your cahirs from a beach bar/restaurant. That's kind of tacky! We always pack a cooler for the beach with our lunch and drinks.
What is the drinking age at St. Martin?
What alcohol is St Martin known for?
Guavaberry is the National Liqueur of Sint Maarten / St. Martin. The Guavaberry Emporium is a protected National Historical Monument, built on the site of an ancient synagogue in the middle of town.
Can I bring alcohol into St Maarten?
Visitors over 18 may bring in — duty-free — items intended for personal use (generally up to 4 liters of alcohol, a carton of cigarettes or 25 cigars), as well as laptops, cellphones, and cameras. You should collect receipts for all purchases made abroad.
Can an 18 year old drink on a cruise ship?
All passengers must be 21 years old to drink alcohol, with the exception of Europe, South America and Australia cruises if parents cruising with their children sign a waiver allowing their 18 to 20 year olds consume alcohol. Passengers must be 18 to gamble in the casino (and 21 on Alaska cruises).