Katherine Parker-Magyar is a travel writer and editor who has visited over 100 countries and written for various publications. She recently took a trip to Saint Martin/St Maarten, a Caribbean island that is divided between France and the Netherlands since 1648. She shares her experience and tips for exploring this unique destination that offers a blend of European and Caribbean flavors.

Saint Martin/St Maarten is one of the few places in the world where you can cross two borders in less than an hour by car or boat. The island has a rich and diverse history, culture, and cuisine, influenced by both European and African traditions, as well as the indigenous Arawak people. Katherine Parker-Magyar enjoyed discovering the contrast and harmony between the French and Dutch sides of the island.

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