To snorkel or not

[bonzijam]

One of our favorite things to do as we curise is to snorkel. I heard pros and cons about snorkeling on the island. Undertows and murky water don't work well with us. We would like a bar/restaurant within walking distance too. So, is it really worth it for us to drag our gear around as we tour the island in our rental car and then find a snorkeling spot somewhere? If so, where would be the best beach to snorkel and see what's beneath the sea?

[beachchick]

Hello. Here are links to some threads with reviews about the pros and cons of snorkeling on St. Martin from members' personal experiences:

 

http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=607849&highlight=snorkel

 

http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=623159&highlight=snorkel

 

http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=514489&highlight=snorkel

 

We do not bother dragging our gear to the beach on St. Martin.

 

beachchick