Ferries departing the dual-nation island of St. Maarten and St. Martin offer easy sailing to surrounding destinations at bargain prices. Frugal Traveler Ferries departing the dual-nation island of ...

From the world's steepest zip line to sailing excursions, here's what locals say are the best things to do on the part-Dutch, part-French island of St. Martin.

Left: Saint Martin, the French side of the island, where travelers can hope for a serene, quite getaway. Right: Sint Maarten, the Dutch side of the island, with bars, casinos and an active nightlife.