Sint Maarten: US State Department Issues Level 1 Travel Advisory

The US State Department has issued a Level 1 travel advisory for Sint Maarten, advising normal precautions. The destination is generally safe, but petty crime is common in tourist areas, often opportunistic. Be aware of overcharges and scams, and aggressive vendors. Crime rates are low, but armed robberies occur at businesses with large cash or drug/gang ties. Bringing firearms or ammunition is illegal and may lead to arrest and detention.