Travel - Internal
Sea
Small boats may be chartered for fishing trips, scuba diving, water-skiing or visits to neighbouring islands. Daily ferries run to and from Anguilla, whilst a catamaran serves St Barts. There are marinas at Oyster Pond, Philipsburg and Simpson Bay Lagoon.
Road
Most roads are good. Traffic drives on the right. Bus: These run regularly between Philipsburg and Marigot. Minibuses serve the more popular destinations. Taxi: There are good services on the island running from the airport, main hotels and towns. Taxis do not have meters but fares are fixed. There is a 50 per cent surcharge after midnight. There is a taxi station at Wathey Square. Car hire: There are plenty of car hire firms in the city and at the airport. Chauffeur-driven cars are also available. Documentation: A national driving licence is acceptable.
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