It would be great to hear from someone who has visited both islands. Which did you prefer and for what reason? We are a couple who want to rent a vehicle and explore, get to know some of the native people. Which island has the cleanest beaches, good snorkeling?? Wow, intresting thread! I have never been to St.
Martin , but my brother worked on acruise ship and has told me that it is a beautiful place, as are most of the caribbean islands. I have been to Jamaica though, more than once, and I plan on returning as soon as I can. I must admit, upon arriving, I found it different than I had expected. It was not a Caribbean Palm Springs, thats for sure!
But, I also found it to be better than I expected. Yes, there are hagglers, and even beggars, but no more than when I have been to Portland or Las Vegas.
The difference is the majority of Jamicans I have met are freindly, and I can't say that about people in many places I have visited in the states. I am humbled by the fact that Jamaicans can live each day just trying to make ends meet, and yet enjoy life in a special way.
Personally, I plan some day to visit other Caribbean Islands someday, but for now I am still intriqued by and loving Jamica! We've been to both countries. Martin last in ; Jamaica twice in While we enjoy both the Dutch and French sides of St. Martin , we prefer the French. Orient beach is one of the prettiest beaches I have ever seen.
