The Caribbean island of Saint Martin has been nominated in five categories at the 2026 World Travel Awards, one of the most important recognitions in the global tourism industry.

Saint Martin will compete for “Caribbean’s Leading Destination 2026,” “Caribbean’s Leading Beach Destination 2026,” “Caribbean’s Leading Culinary Destination 2026,” “Caribbean’s Leading Festival and Event Destination 2026,” and “Caribbean’s Leading Honeymoon Destination 2026.” These nominations reflect the island’s growing position as one of the Caribbean’s most complete and attractive destinations.

The distinction recognizes a tourism offering that combines white-sand beaches and turquoise waters, one of the region’s most acclaimed culinary scenes, and a year-round calendar of festivals, concerts, and cultural events. The nomination in the culinary category particularly highlights places such as Grand Case, widely regarded as the gastronomic capital of the island because of the quality and variety of its restaurants.

The nomination as a leading honeymoon destination also reflects Saint Martin’s increasing popularity among couples and travelers seeking an exclusive experience, with boutique hotels, beachfront resorts, water activities, and landscapes ideal for romantic getaways.

Saint Martin also offers a unique feature in the Caribbean: a dual cultural identity. The island is divided between a French side and a Dutch side, allowing visitors to combine, in a single trip, the tranquility of the beaches and villages on the French side with the nightlife, shopping, and entertainment of the Dutch side. That diversity, together with its air connectivity and hotel infrastructure, has made Saint Martin one of the fastest-growing destinations in the region.

More details: worldtravelawards.com/nominees/2026/caribbean