Le Galion Beach, French Side, also known as Coconut Grove and Baie L'Ebrouchure. The shallows here get really warm and delightful swimming for families with young children. The Beach Bar is closed Mondays.

Friar's Bay Beach, French Side. This sheltered cove of white sand is reached down an uneven bumpy road. Kali's Beach Bar is open for lunch.

Baie Rouge, French Side. One of a series of long sandy beaches spread along an area known as the Lowlands. Baie Longue (Long Bay) and Plum Bay are next door. Refreshments offered from beach shacks.

Simpson Bay Beach, Dutch Side. Stroll, jog, or swim along this mile long white sandy beach without seeing a soul. No changing facilities.

Cupecoy Beach, Dutch SIde. Crystal clear water with medium to strong wave action. Cupecoy is backed by impressive cliffs and small caves. White powder sand. Tops are optional and you may see some nude sunbathing.

Little Bay Beach, Dutch Side. Black sand beach accessed through Bel Air Beach Hotel and Divi Little Bay. Usually calm water. Jet skiing available.

Maho Beach, Dutch Side. Its location at the end of the Juliana Airport runway allows you to sunbathe while watching the incoming jets glide overhead. Not for the feinthearted!

Mullet Bay Beach, Dutch Side. Features a mile long white sandy beach favored by locals. Access through the Mullet Bay Hotel which is now closed.