Originally Posted by BethACZ

Hi all, first time to post on FlyerTalk. My husband & I are taking a cruise with ports of call in St. Thomas & St. Maarten. We've heard that St. Maarten is just ok and that it's better to go to St. Martin for the straw market, better dining opportunities. Do you agree? Is it worth it to spend time at the Camille Pissaro home/museum? Do you have restaurant recommendations? We are the type that likes cultural stuff, we like to walk/stroll/dine - we don't like being a part of tour groups, don't golf, and enjoy just sitting in a cafe people watching, enjoying drinks and apps. We are in our late 40s. Also, if we take a taxi from port (Dutch side) to French side, Googlemaps shows 10 miles/15 minutes - what would be the average taxi fare? Thanks!