Calendar 2024

St. Maarten / St. Martin Events Calendar

Vision for St. Maarten 2025

By means of this document SHTA will try to show its Vision of what an ideal Sint Maarten could like in 2025

Have a Taste of St. Maarten

The campaign of hospitality workers sharing their signature drink or dish is intended to highlight the amazing culinary delights of St. Maarten and to show the destination is up and running in a safe and responsible manner.

SafeSeal

The St Maarten Tourism Bureau, St Maarten Hospitality & Trade Association (SHTA) and occupational health expert company Medwork are pleased to announce the launch of their newest collaboration:  “SafeSeal”!

SHTA is the largest private business representative on the island. The association is dedicated to bringing quality to all aspects of life on Sint Maarten. With the businesses environment on St. Maarten evolving at a record pace, it is good to know that you have someone to turn to for questions, problems and most importantly answers.

Furthermore the SHTA offers a number of direct benefits to increase your bottom line, employee satisfaction and service and socio-economic impact on the island. The SHTA has a proven track record of over 45 years of consistent and professional services to its members.

Contact us for more information on how you can benefit from being a member of the SHTA, call our office at +1-721-542-0108 or email us at info@shta.com

SMILE stands for Sint Maarten Innovation, Initiatives & Industries Linkup Event. The event serves as a platform for innovations, business updates and networking.
The Saint Martin / Sint Maarten Annual Trade Show (SMART) the largest travel platform in the Northeastern Caribbean for foreign tour operators, OTA’s to do business with local hoteliers, DMC’s and excursions.
The Crystal Pineapple Awards recognizes Hospitality & Trade personnel, organizations and associations, for their contribution towards the tourism industry, the island’s main economic pillar.

New Aircraft Stands B2 and B3 for Princess Juliana International Airport

Simpson Bay, St Maarten (July 22, 2024) – Princess Juliana International Airport is pleased to announce the commencement of construction for two new aircraft stands, B2 and B3, starting this week. This development is a part of our ongoing commitment to enhancing the...

SHTA Launches “OTA Index”

This week, the St. Maarten Hospitality & Trade Association (SHTA) launched its newest member service, the St. Maarten OTA index. The index is a global collection of Online Travel Agents active in the hotel, activity, restaurant and villa segments, intended to...

Join Us for Firefighters’ Week 2024 at Princess Juliana International Airport

Simpson Bay, St Maarten (July 19, 2024) – Join Us for Firefighter's Week 2024 at PRINCESS JULIANA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT. Celebrate the 29th Annual Firefighter's Week from July 21st to July 27th with us! This year's theme is "Everyone Knows How to Use a Fire...

Princess Juliana International Airport Extends Financial and Logistical Support to St. Vincent and the Grenadines Following Hurricane Beryl

Simpson Bay, St Maarten (July 18, 2024) – This week Princess Juliana International Airport (PJIAE) announced financial and logistical Support to St. Vincent and Grenada following Hurricane Beryl. In the wake of Hurricane Beryl, which caused significant damage to St....

SHTA Names Zillah Duzon-Hazel as Cultural Icon to Highlight 2025 Events Calendar

The St. Maarten Hospitality & Trade Association (SHTA) selected fashion designer Zillah Duzon-Hazel as the Cultural Icon to be highlighted on the association's 2025 Events Calendar. This was announced today by the association and main 2025 Event Calendar supporter...

FCCA Cruise Conference and Trade Show Open for Business with the Cruise Industry, Limited Time to Guarantee Meetings, Discounts and More

Miramar, FL (July 15, 2024) – Time is running out to lock in key features for the FCCA Cruise Conference and Trade Show, the only official cruise conference taking place in and representing the Caribbean and Latin America, will be held in St. Maarten from October...

SHTA, CLT Start Work on 2025 Events Calendar

This July 2nd, the St. Maarten Hospitality & Trade Association (SHTA) and Caribbean Liquors & Tobacco (CLT) jointly kicked off production of the 2025 SHTA Events Calendar. Island organizations can submit their events for 2025 for promotion by the association...

SMMC and VSA Strengthen Cooperation with Signed Protocol

SINT MAARTEN (CAY HILL) - St. Maarten Medical Center and the Public Health division of the Ministry of VSA recently signed a protocol to streamline the submission and assessment of applications for the establishment of medical professionals. The protocol provides a...

Staycation Paradise: Enjoy 50% Off at Sonesta St. Maarten

Sonesta is thrilled to extend a warm invitation to their beloved Sint Maarten residents to experience the ultimate staycation at Sonesta Resorts St. Maarten. Dive into a world of luxury, relaxation, and adventure with an exclusive 50% discount on Sonesta’s...

American Airlines’ New Nonstop Flights to St Martin

If you’ve been to the French side of St Martin, you know the food (yes, there are more members of the 50 Best Restaurants in the Caribbean than any other destination). You know the ambience. You know that unmistakable brand of French Caribbean cool.  Whether...