Publisher's Synopsis
Separated by just a few miles and known as favorites of American travelers, the Caribbean islands of St. Maarten/St. Martin, St. Barthélemy (also known as St. Barth's), and Anguilla couldn't be more different. Dutch St. Maarten offers big resorts, extensive shopping, and vibrant casinos, while French St. Martin is a bit more low-key, with excellent dining options and smaller, charming hotels; both sides share excellent beaches and offer a wide range of outdoor activities. Upscale St. Barth's is dotted with exquisite luxury boutique hotels and hundreds of private villas, bringing a taste of France's Côte d'Azur to the Caribbean. Anguilla is known for its soft, white beaches, luxurious accommodations, excellent restaurants, and fun, low-key nightlife. The three islands are linked by frequent air and ferry service, allowing travelers to hop from one island to the other easily and quickly. -COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE: With comprehensive coverage and dozens of color photos, this guide is the only choice for those travelers who want a comprehensive overview of what these three popular destinations have to offer in a single package. -COMPACT FORMAT: Fodor's In Focus Guides are packed with the same coverage of a full-size guidebook in a smaller, more convenient format that is easier to carry on a trip. -NEW COVERAGE: New restaurants, hotels, shops, nightlife, and sports outfitters have been added to each island in the guide. -ILLUSTRATED FEATURES: The best each island has to offer is highlighted. Great Itineraries help travelers plan the perfect day or night. Vibrant color photos capture the beauty of all three islands. -INDISPENSABLE TRIP PLANNING TOOLS: A planner gives useful, practical overviews of important information. A wide-ranging, front-of-book feature on the Top Experiences in the islands helps travelers plan the perfect vacation. -DISCERNING RECOMMENDATIONS: Fodor's In Focus St. Maarten, St. Barth, & Anguilla offers savvy advice and recommendations from expert writers to help travelers make the most of their time. Fodor's Choice designates our best picks, from hotels to nightlife. -ABOUT FODOR'S AUTHORS: Each Fodor's travel guide is researched and written by local experts.
