St. Martin lies in the French West Indies, located just 2.5 hours from Miami, 4 hours from New York and 8 hours from Paris by air. Charming Saint Martin/Sint Maarten is the smallest land mass shared by two sovereign nations - French and Dutch. These territories create a unique cultural duality and a character all its own with a variety of scenery, activities, flavors and tastes to entertain and intrigue.

Geography: St. Martin is situated in the middle of the Caribbean Sea and is halfway between Puerto Rico and Guadeloupe and is the closest French territory to the American coast. The closest neighboring islands are Anguilla, St. Bart, Saba, St. Eustatius, St. Kitts and Nevis. Average elevation is 20 metres and the highest point is Pic Paradis at 424 metres.

Radisson St Martin Resort, Marina & Spa is just a 10 minute ride from Grand Case and its legendary dining establishments; 15 minutes from the capital city, Marigot, and its renowned shopping; 25 minutes by land or 45 minutes by sea from Princess Juliana International Airport; and convenient to the island 's many water sport activities and land-based attractions.

The French side of St. Martin covers an area of 54 square kilometers. The inhabitants are called St. Martinois. The Town Hall, Sous Prefecture, and the majority of administrative offices are located in Marigot. Other villages and neighborhoods include: Grand Case, Colobier, Cul-de-Sac, Quartier d' Orleans, Baie Nettle and Terres Basses.

Population: in 2006 the population on the French side was approximately 35,000 people.

Activities/ Attractions:

St. Martin is known for it's legendary restaurants. The island boasts a wonderful choice of restaurants from the traditional Lolo's and beachside cafes to the finest and most reputed dining rooms and they each take pride in their individual and exceptional cuisine. Great chefs as well as barbeque connoisseurs masterfully combine shellfish, seafood or succulent meats with hints of local spices and other exotic tropical fruits to create delectable cuisine. The multicultural cooking will delight your taste buds and astound all your senses.

No less than 32 beaches surround St. Martin. Some are wind and windswept, some are pristinely peaceful and calm. Each is unique and brings out the beauty of the island. Choose from scuba diving, surfing, wakeboarding, windsurfing and kitesurfing if looking for active beach activities - or just relax on the sand and take in the sun.

Shopping in Marigot - St. Martin is most definitely the capital of the Caribbean elegance, luxury and state of the art technology, and everything is tax free. Taking advantage of that tax free status, Marigot has become a duty free paradise for fashonistas.

Marigot Market - Home to the largest open-air market in the Caribbean with over 100 stands warmly welcome you. Come and meet the local ladies whose charm, humour and kindness will captivate you. Numerous artisans, creators and artists from the world over present the best of their creations, so that you can take home unique and lasting souvenirs. This is a market where local people buy fresh fruit and vegetables and fish caught fresh from the sea. Specialties include an abundance of fresh spices and local sun-kissed rhums(rums).

The Butterfly Farm - located on Galion Beach road near Orient Bay. An enduring island attraction, the Butterfly Farm never ceases to amaze and fascinate children. It's best to visit in the morning when the beautiful butterflies are coming out of their cocoons. Bring a camera and wear bright colors which will attract the butterflies. Open daily at 9am. Last tour starts at 3pm.

Fort Louis Overlooking the capital of Margot and its harbor, the ruins of Fort Louis, provide visitors a reminder of life in the 1700s. At that time the French had sought to protect the city from the English.

Other activities include:
Bicycle tours
Golf
Horseback Riding

The above is just a sampling of things to do in St. Martin.