







Sint Maarten's beaches are known for their striking contrasts, with calm turquoise lagoons on one side of the island and more energetic Atlantic-facing shores on the other. Maho Beach is the most famous, where low-flying airplanes pass just above swimmers and sunbathers near the runway. Orient Bay offers a long, wide stretch of sand with beach clubs, water sports, and a lively social atmosphere. For quieter scenery, Mullet Bay and Happy Bay provide soft sand, clear water, and a more relaxed, natural feel. The island's beaches are generally easy to access by road, making it simple to visit several in a single day. Warm water temperatures year-round make Sint Maarten a popular destination for swimming, snorkeling, and casual beach hopping.
The webcam overlooking Great Bay Beach and the nearby boardwalk in Philipsburg offers a live view of one of Sint Maarten's busiest and most recognizable waterfront areas. The camera looks along the wide sandy beach with calm, shallow Caribbean water, making it easy to see swimmers, sunbathers, and small boats anchored in the bay. In the foreground the boardwalk comes into view, showing a constant flow of pedestrians, beach bars, cafés, and shops that line the promenade.