Close to the International Airport, the Maho area's most famous attraction is the beach at the end of the runway. Nowhere else in the world are you able to witness take-off and landing of Jumbo-jets as closely as here, all while sipping on a tropical cocktail. The photos published here have not been “photo-shopped”, but give a precise impression. No wonder that aviation fans from around the world rate St. Maarten's airport with the Driftwood Boat Bar at the small strip of Maho Beach as their number one “plane spotting” destination!

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Maho Village is a destination within a destination; only minutes away from the International Airport, the area is one of the entertainment centers of Sint Maarten. 

The Sonesta Maho Beach Resort is the anchor resort of this district. Maho Village is very popular with both island residents and visitors. There is the large Casino Royale as the central attraction and just a short stroll down the road the Dunes Casino with a large selection of slots and now table games as well. Maho Village is convenient for visitors who would like to try two gaming locations in one neighborhood.

Many shops stay open until 11pm, many bars, restaurants, nightclubs are all within easy walking distance.

Maho Village provides everything to create the perfect vacation experience. From beautiful beaches to exquisite restaurants, gambling at the Dunes Casino and a thriving club scene, you could be busy at any hour of your stay. The Sonesta Maho Beach Resort is ideally situated to give you easy access to all this. And if you would like to own a piece of paradise, La Terrasse at the Royal Islander Club is offering its luxurious apartments. The Maho Group is also the island's leading real estate developer, with an information office right in the village.

There is much to explore on St. Maarten, but... if you just wish to chill for a few days, Maho Village offers you anything imaginable for a perfect vacation experience.

On the other end of Maho Beach is the Alegria, a resort compound and home to the Dunes Casino and several restaurants.