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Winair Invites Passengers Across its Network to Share Their Experiences
Windward Islands Airways International (Winair) N.V. will launch its Passenger Experience Survey on October 8, 2026, inviting passengers across its network to share feedback about their experiences with the airline during the past 12 months. Passengers who have...
Four Full Boats and Over 300 Supporters Come Together for Aqua Mania Adventures’ Pink Sunset Sail raising over $11,000
A sea of pink took over Simpson Bay on Saturday, October 3, as more than 300 participants boarded four full boats for Aqua Mania Adventures’ annual Pink Sunset Sail, coming together for an evening of fun, community and, most importantly, support for breast cancer...
Rodney Washington Wins SHTA Events Calendar 2027 Photo Contest
Photographer Rodney Washington has been selected as the winner of the St. Maarten Hospitality & Trade Association’s (SHTA) 2027 Events Calendar Photo Contest. Washington’s winning photograph captures wooden gazebos in Emilio Wilson Park surrounded by greenery and...
Princess Juliana International Airport Brings Princess Walk Back to the Runway for Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Princess Juliana International Airport (PJIA), in collaboration with the Elektralyets Foundation and the Positive Foundation, is once again bringing the community together for the Princess Walk, in recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Following the success of...
Princess Juliana International Airport Welcomes Dr. Bekele as Airport Medical Doctor
Princess Juliana International Airport Operating Company N.V. (PJIA) is pleased to welcome Dr. Bekele as the airport’s Medical Doctor, succeeding Dr. Swanston, who previously served in the role. PJIA extends its sincere appreciation to Dr. Swanston for her dedication,...
Orco Bank Hands Over “Man-Up. Check Up.” T-Shirts to SMMC Ahead of Men’s Health Screening
Orco Bank, through its Orco Cares Program, has handed ovcampaign T-shirts to St. Maarten Medical Center (SMMC) in support of the upcoming “Man-Up. Check Up.” health screening event taking place on Saturday, September 26, 2026. The handover is part of the ongoing...
Perpetual Plastics and Freegan Food Foundation Proud 2nd Place Winners of National Volunteer Awards in Netherlands
The Perpetual Plastics by EPIC Team and Freegan Food Foundation are proud 2nd place winners of the National Volunteer Awards hosted by the Association for Volunteerism in the Netherlands. The Perpetual Plastics Team won second place in the category ‘Nature and...
SMMC Officially Opens “SIM Suite” to Prepare Staff for New Hospital
St. Maarten Medical Center (SMMC) marked an important milestone on September 15, 2026 with the official opening of its brand new medical simulation lab, known as the "SIM Suite". The facility is designed to provide hands on, realistic clinical training to prepare...
“Love In Spring Garden” Selected as SHTA Events Calendar Cultural Icon 2027
A committee comprising main sponsor CC1, the SHTA board, and representatives of both island tourism bureaus, the St. Maarten Hospitality & Trade Association (SHTA), has announced “Love In Spring Garden” as the 2027 “Cultural Icon” to be featured on the SHTA Events...
FREEGAN Foundation Nominated for the 2026 National Volunteer Awards in the Netherlands
FREEGAN Foundation has been selected as one of the 66 winners of the 2026 National Volunteer Awards in the Netherlands. The Sint Maarten-based organization was chosen from 322 entries submitted by volunteer organizations and community initiatives from across the Dutch...
Enrollment Underway for 5th SHTA Academy Customer Service Series
As part of its ongoing efforts to further enhance customer satisfaction among the millions of visitors who travel to St. Maarten each year, the St. Maarten Hospitality & Trade Association (SHTA), in conjunction with EHP International, has opened enrollment for the...
FREEGAN foundation Featured on National Dutch Television
The work of FREEGAN foundation on Sint Maarten has received national attention in the Netherlands. On Monday, August 31, the organization was featured in Expeditie Nederland, broadcast by Omroep MAX on NPO 2 at 6:30 PM. The episode focused on social cooking...
SMART 2027 Slated for June 14–18, 2027, Opens Registration with “Chirp First Early Bird Season” Today
The St. Maarten/St. Martin Annual Regional Tradeshow (SMART) will return on June 14–18, 2027, and has officially launched registration with the “Chirp First Early Bird Season.” This was announced today after a meeting of the four main SMART partners: l' Office du...
FREEGAN Foundation Brings People Together with Free Community Mornings
FREEGAN foundation is inviting residents of St. Maarten to come together, meet new people and enjoy a relaxed morning at its FREEGAN Community Mornings, made possible with the support of Oranje Fonds and Stichting Kinderpostzegels. The Community Mornings are designed...
SHTA Launches 2027 Calendar Photo Contest
The Sint Maarten Hospitality and Trade Association (SHTA) is inviting photographers from St. Maarten and abroad to share their view of the island through the 2027 Events Calendar Photo Contest. The annual contest, supported by main partner CC1, is now open for...
Winair Celebrates 65 Years of Connecting the Caribbean
Windward Islands Airways International N.V. (Winair) proudly celebrated its 65th anniversary with a special stakeholder celebration in St. Maarten, bringing together government officials, aviation and tourism partners, business leaders, shareholders, employees and...
SHTA and CC1 Begin Work on 2027 Events Calendar, Call for Island Events
The St. Maarten Hospitality & Trade Association (SHTA) and CC1 have officially opened the 2027 Event Calendar season. Island event organizers, NGOs, clubs, hotels, and restaurants can now submit events for the 11th edition of the calendar, which highlights...
Orco Bank Celebrates a Successful Hot Summer Car Show in Sint Maarten
Motorworld’s Hot Summer Car Show 2026 brought excitement, energy, and opportunity to Sint Maarten on Saturday, August 22nd. Car enthusiasts, families, and prospective vehicle owners gathered for a vibrant day featuring vehicle showcases, entertainment, and attractive...