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NESC St. Maarten and SMMTA Collaborate for Second Annual Job Fair
St. Maarten, [19 September] – The National Employment Services Center (NESC) St. Maarten and the St. Maarten Marine Trades Association (SMMTA) are pleased to announce their collaboration for the upcoming Second Annual Job Fair, set to take place on October 2, 2024, at...
Registration for the 2024 DCCA Conference in Sint Maarten
Did you know that registration for the 3rd annual Dutch Caribbean Cooperation of Airports (DCCA) conference is open? Hosted by the Princess Juliana International Airport Operating Company N.V. (PJIAE) in Sint Maarten on Monday, November 18, 2024, and Tuesday,...
Share Your Culinary Gems: St. Maarten Flavors Invites You to Showcase Your Favorite Eateries!
Philipsburg, St. Maarten – Calling all food lovers, locals, and tourists for the annual St. Maarten Flavors taking place in November! St. Maarten Flavors is celebrating the island’s diverse food culture, and this year puts a spotlight on five distinct cuisines:...
St. Maarten Flavors Highlights: Ital Shack, Ocean Lounge, and Rendez Vous Among This Year’s Top Participants
Philipsburg, St. Maarten – St. Maarten Flavors is thrilled to announce the participation of three renowned restaurants in this year’s November event: Ital Shack, Ocean Lounge, and Rendez Vous. With their unique offerings, these restaurants promise to deliver...
Winair adds extra flights to our ABC schedule
Simpson Bay, St. Maarten – September 6, 2024 – Winairis pleased to announce an increase its flight frequency between St. Maarten and Curaçao. This expansion will meet the growing demand for air travel between the two islands and strengthen the connection between...
SHTA launches Yearly Calendar Photo Contest
The Sint Maarten Hospitality and Trade Association (SHTA) today launched its yearly calendar photo contest. With the contest, SHTA wants to offer a platform for aspiring local and visiting photographers. The competition will last for one month, starting...
Aqua Mania Adventures Counting Down to 9th Annual Pink Sunset Sail to Support Breast Cancer Awareness on October 5th
St. Maarten, [September 4, 2024] – Aqua Mania Adventures is proudly counting down till the 9th edition of the Pink Sunset Sail taking place on October 5th. This highly anticipated fundraiser event aimed at raising funds for the Positive Foundation and Elektralyets...
Winair Announces Launch of Winter Schedule and Expanding Service to/ from Martinique
Simpson Bay, St. Maarten – September 4, 2024 – Winair reveals its winter schedule, featuring new routes that will connect Fort de France, Martinique to newly added Winair destinations. With this growing network Winair will offer more opportunities to...
Winair Announces New Winter Schedule That Includes Three New Destinations
Simpson Bay, St. Maarten – September 4, 2024 – Winair reveals its new winter schedule, featuring three new routes that will connect travelers to the Caribbean islands of St. Lucia, Barbados, and St. Vincent. These additions to our...
PJIA Provides Winter Airlift Update at SHTA Summer Mixer
At the St. Maarten Hospitality & Trade Association (SHTA) Summer Mixer at Oyster Bay Beach Resort, in Oyster Bay, St. Maarten, regional hub Princess Juliana International Airport (PJIA) and local carrier Winair informed members of the St. Maarten Hospitality &...
Princess Juliana International Airport Unites Families for a Day of Fun and Festivities at D’s Beach Bar
SIMPSON BAY, Sint Maarten – September 2, 2024 — The Princess Juliana International Airport Operating Company (PJIAE) recently celebrated a vibrant and engaging Family Fun Day at D’s Beach Bar in Beacon Hill. The event, held last week, was a great success, bringing...
St. Maarten Hospitality & Trade Association Announces the Start of the Silent Auction for St. Maarten Flavors 2024
St. Maarten, September 1, 2024 — The St. Maarten Hospitality & Trade Association (SHTA) is excited to announce the launch of the Silent Auction as part of St. Maarten Flavors 2024, a premier culinary celebration showcasing the best of the island's gastronomic...
Princess Juliana International Airport Strengthens International Collaboration in Miami
Simpson Bay, St. Maarten (August 29th, 2024) – A delegation of Princess Juliana International Airport (PJIAE) paid a courtesy visit to the consul of the consulate general of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Miami. CEO Brian Mingo, Commercial Director Michiel Parent...
Freegan Food Foundation Opens Registration for new Clients for their Food Market
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - Freegan Food Foundation is excited to announce the opening of registration for its client choice food bank; Freegan’s Food Market. Since 2021 the Food Market has been open and offers a personalized food selection experience. Beginning in the...
Princess Julianna International Airport Reports Strong Development in First Half Year 2024
Simpson Bay, St Maarten (August 20, 2024) – Today Princess Juliana International Airport (PJIAE) is pleased to announce a significant recovery in passenger movements during the first half of 2024. This remarkable growth is highlighted by the fact that the last two...
Winair Resumes Limited Flight Operations Following Storm Ernesto
Sint Maarten – August 14, 2024 – Winair is providing an update on flight operations following the passage of Storm Ernesto. While the storm has passed, its impact on regional airports and our operations is ongoing. As a result, we are pleased to...
Aqua Mania Adventures Announces 9th Pink Sunset Sail on October 5th to Raise Funds for local Breast Cancer Awareness Foundations
Aqua Mania Adventures is proud to announce its 9th edition of their Pink Sunset Sail, a special event dedicated to raising awareness about breast cancer and supporting local breast cancer foundations. Set sail with us on October 5th for an unforgettable evening that...
Princess Juliana International Airport to Host Third DCCA Conference on St. Maarten
Building on the Success of Previous Events, Conference Focuses on Sustainable Air Transportation and inter-island collaborations Simpson Bay, St. Maarten (July 31, 22024) – Princess Juliana International Airport (PJIAE) is excited to announce that it will be hosting...
