The Caribbean Paradise of St. Maarten
 This week on the Travel Show - the charming Caribbean Island of Saint Maarten. Saint Maarten is the smallest landmass in the world to be shared by two different nations and its thirty seven square miles are divided between France and the Netherlands.
 The French territory covers about two thirds of the island and is technically a part of Europe and the European Community. The Dutch side is a member island of the Netherlands Antilles and part of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, but is not considered European territory
 But this little island of only 37 square miles has BIG things to offer. There is no real border, so visitors to St Maarten can experience the best of both cultures – as well as the splendid beaches, fine restaurants, elegant casinos, spectacular nightlife and some of the best duty free shopping in the world. There is still plenty of untouched land and the varied terrain includes a mountain range and pretty villages.
St Maarten also has the Caribbean's largest lagoon - the Simpson Bay Lagoon -packed with luxury yachts. It is landlocked with the exception of two narrow channels with draw bridges. The Lagoon is large enough to have a real sail and is home to a giant fleet of yachts, which are either berthed in one of the luxury marinas or anchored in the sheltered waters.
Transat Holidays offer all-inclusive and semi-all inclusive packages on both sides of the island and weekly direct flights from Toronto.
 The 4 star Sonesta Maho Beach Resort & Casino, a Transat Treasure, looks out over Maho Bay, offering spectacular views of the Caribbean. Located on the Dutch side of the island, near Philipsburg, vacationers will enjoy the great location and all of the hotel amenities. The complex offers 4 Ã la carte restaurants
- Another classic of the destination, the 4 star Sonesta Great Bay Beach Resort & Casino enjoys an excellent reputation. This popular resort offers many activities. A 5-minute walk from Philipsburg let vacationers enjoy the downtown shopping and activities.
- On the French side, l'Hoste Hotel, exclusive to Transat Holidays, is a great choice. Directly on the Orient Bay beach, one of the nicest beaches of the island, this popular and charming hotel offers everything you need for holidays French style!
 Listen to the show this Saturday for your chance to win a fabulous trip for two to the beautiful Island of St Maarten, with flights from Toronto and staying seven nights all inclusive to soak up the Caribbean sun.
For your chance to win, phone into the show at 416-872-1010, 1-800-561-CFRB or *TALK on your cell, or send your question any time this week by entering the contest here online by clicking on the Yellow "Enter Contest" button.
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