Could you use a getaway to a sunny Caribbean island?
Today only (July 8), American Airlines offers an extremely affordable rate to the island of St. Maarten - valid on trips finished on or before June 4, 2014.
Book a one-way rate of $177 on any available day of the week. Give at least a two week advance notice of travel.
This special rate is not valid from Dec. 15 through Jan. 15, 2014.
American Airlines serves St. Maarten (SXM) with a flight connection in Miami.
This offer has no ticket-by date which indicates that it could expire at any moment. Act fast on your ticket purchase.
Sale airfares are always subject to change. Every seat on every flight is not offered at the lowest rate.
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The island (36 square miles) is partitioned between two different nations - French St. Martin and Dutch St. Maarten. Each side offers a distinct culture. There is no real border, just modest monuments and signs.
The French side has a reputation of elegance, secluded beaches, luxury resorts and the finest dining in the Caribbean.
Dutch St. Maarten occupies about one third of the island. Most notable are the casino hotels and hot nightlife. The Dutch side tends to be a less expensive option for vacationers.
Take the time to explore both cultures with an afternoon strolling the boardwalk in the Dutch capital of Philipsburg, and exploring the very French town of Marigot. Then try to choose which of the island’s 37 beaches you’ll visit.
For more, visit the official tourism websites: www.stmartinisland.org and www.st-martin.org. Both websites detail special offers for lodging and activities.
Clara Bosonetto is a retired travel consultant.
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