St. Martin

Visitors can hike, lounge in a pool cabana or even take a zip line through the treetops on the 135 acres of forest and farmland located near the foot of Pic du Paradis. — U.S. News & World Report

Hosting rotating cultural exhibits addressing the history, industry, geology, and archaeology of the island, the museum contains artifacts ranging from Arawak pottery shards to objects salvaged from the wreck of the HMS Proselyte. — Fodor's

Run by Nick Maley, a movie-industry artist who was involved in the creation of Yoda. A must-see for Star Wars fans but of interest to most movie buffs. Maley is happy to autograph souvenirs for sale. — Fodor's

Baie Rouge is a long, beautiful sandy strand with good swimming. Although this golden-sand beach is just 150m from the main road, it retains an inviting natural setting. — Lonely Planet