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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...
Princess Juliana International Airport Supports Students Through Back-to-School Initiative
Princess Juliana International Airport (PJIA) continues to demonstrate its commitment to the community through its Corporate Social Responsibility program, with a special focus on supporting the youth of St. Maarten. As students across the island returned to school...
Winair Strengthens Partnership with the Government of Montserrat
Windward Island Airways International (WINAIR) N.V. recently welcomed the opportunity to meet with the Honourable Reuben T. Meade, Premier of Montserrat, alongside Camille Thomas-Gerald, Permanent Secretary, for discussions focused on strengthening the longstanding...
Registration is Open: Freegan Food Market Welcomes a New Cycle
Freegan Food Foundation is opening registration for a new cycle of the Freegan Food Market, our program that helps families and individuals in St. Maarten who are struggling to make ends meet. The Freegan Food Market works like a real grocery store, not a food bank....
Orco Bank Supports RISE Foundation’s Back-to-School Project, Helping Sint Maarten Students Start Strong
A new school year should begin with excitement, possibility and confidence. Yet for some families in Sint Maarten, the cost of uniforms, shoes and essential school supplies can make preparing for that first day a challenge. To help ease that burden, Orco Bank Sint...
Princess Juliana International Airport Has Begun Construction of New Curbside Check-In Facility to Expand Capacity and Enhance the Passenger Experience
Princess Juliana International Airport (PJIA) is pleased to announce that construction has officially begun construction on its new Curbside Check-In facility. This is an important infrastructure improvement designed to add much-needed capacity, improve operational...
Aqua Mania Adventures announces the 11th Annual of Pink Sunset Sail on October 3rd, 2026, to Raise Funds for Local Breast Cancer Awareness Foundations
Aqua Mania Adventures proud to announce the 11th annual Pink Sunset Sail, set to take place on Saturday, October 3rd, 2026. The eagerly awaited Pink Event, raises awareness and funds for local breast cancer foundations: The Elektralyets and Positive Foundations....
AutoXperience SXM 2026 Concludes with Mr. Ronald Wever as Grand Prize Winner
Orco Bank thanks the Sint Maarten community for an amazing AutoXperience SXM 2026, a true success! Orco Bank's AutoXperience SXM 2026 Car Sales Event, held on June 27th, was nothing short of spectacular, bringing together major local car dealerships under one roof for...