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Information for Driving in St. Martin
With no formal customs or border control at the roads connecting Sint Maarten and St. Martin, rental cars offer travelers the freedom and mobility to tour both the French and Dutch sides of the island for reasonable rates.
Rules of the Road
Driving in both Dutch Sint Maarten and French St. Martin is on the right hand side of the road. Both countries will honor international driver's licenses for those who wish to rent cars. Seat belts are required in both countries - children under 12 are required to ride in the back seat and children under 4 should be in a car seat. Roads on both parts of the island are in good condition for the Caribbean, but drivers should beware of poorly lit streets, herds of animals, and concealed or missing street signs. Drivers should always be defensive while driving with a rental car in another country.
St Martin Car Rentals
Car Rental Requirements in St. Martin
Rental agencies usually have to deliver cars directly to your hotel, so a taxi might be required from the airport but a large number of agencies are at your disposal on both parts of the island and travelers can find rental car stations near the airport. Taxi rates are affordable on the island, with prices ranging from $30(USD) to $50(USD) a day with unlimited mileage and free drop off. Passenger will incur extra fees with the price of gasoline, child seats, extra driver permits, or the highly recommended collision damage insurance, which will generally run from $9(USD) to $14(USD) a day. Credit card holders should also learn about rental vehicle insurance they may hold on their card.
Popular St Martin car rental agencies include:
- Avis (PHONE:599/545-2319)
- Budget (PHONE:599/545-4030)
- Dollar (PHONE:599/545-3281)
- Hertz (PHONE:599/545-4541)
- Unity Car Rental (PHONE: 599/557-6760)
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