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Statement regarding recent thefts and break-ins
In recent weeks, there have been reports of thefts of dinghies and break-ins of cruising vessels in the Simpson Bay Lagoon. We want to address these incidents with transparency and assure you that St. Maarten remains a welcoming and safe destination for all boaters....
SXM Padel Club Celebrates Third Year Hosting International Senior Padel Tournament and Its Role as a Padel Pioneer in St. Maarten
The SXM Padel Club is thrilled to announce that for the third consecutive year, St. Maarten will host the International Senior Padel Tournament. This prestigious event will take place from December 12th to December 15th, 2024, at the SXM Padel Club in Belair. This...
St. Maarten Flavors Concludes with Resounding Success, Showcasing the Island as the Culinary Capital of the Caribbean
St. Maarten — December 3, 2024 - The annual St. Maarten Flavors event, which spanned the entire month of November, has concluded on a high note, marking a remarkable celebration of the island's vibrant culinary scene. With 28 participating restaurants, innovative...
Last Week to Savor St. Maarten Flavors 2024!
November 24, 2024, Philipsburg, St. Maarten – The countdown is on! St. Maarten Flavors 2024 wraps up this week, and if you have yet to go, consider these three incredible restaurants: La Patrona, D’s Beach Bar, and Infinity. They, as well as the numerous other...
Les Fruits de Mer Association Launches New Local Wildlife Activity Book this Saturday with Free Giveaway Funded by Fondation Air France
French Quarter, St. Martin—The Les Fruits de Mer association is launching a new bilingual book about St. Martin wildlife, Wild Things! Animals of St. Martin Activity Book. People of all ages are invited to celebrate the new book at the free launch event. It will be...
St. Maarten Flavors 2024 Final Week Makes for More Culinary Delights at Jai’s, The Pier, and Spices of India!
November 23, 2024, Philipsburg, St. Maarten – St. Maarten Flavors 2024 is in full swing and reaching its final week and still spotlighting the island’s exceptional culinary scene. Among the numerous participants this year are Jai’s Contemporary Fusion Cuisine, The...
SXM Lagoon Festival Returns for its 3rd Annual Celebration
SINT MAARTEN (SIMPSON BAY) - The marinas in the Simpson Bay lagoon have come together once again to put on the 3rd annual SXM Lagoon Festival, a celebration organized by The Yacht Club at Port de Plaisance, Palapa Marina, Skyport Marina, and IGY – Isle de Sol Marina....
Winair and KLM are Code Share Partners for Seamless Travel
Winair is proud to announce the reintroduction of our code-share agreement with KLM. This collaboration makes travel easier and more convenient for passengers connecting between KLM’s flights an Winair’s flights to St. Barth, Saba, St. Eustatius, St. Kitts, Nevis and...
Grisha: Digital Entry Card Being Revised, Residents Don’t Need to Use Form For Now
PHILIPSBURG--The Digital Entry Card for St. Maarten, introduced as a pilot over a month ago, is being revised and tweaked and a new version is expected soon. The system is also being updated. Minister of Tourism, Economic Affairs, Transport and Telecommunication...
Kooyman St. Maarten Celebrates 85 Years of Excellence on November 20th!
St. Maarten, November 19, 2024 – Kooyman, the trusted name in hardware since 1939, invites customers to join in celebrating its 85th anniversary this Wednesday, November 20th. The celebration will be held from 11 AM to 2 PM at the Kooyman St. Maarten store, where...
3RD DCCA Conference Held on St. Maarten: Making Travel from the ABC Islands to the Dutch Caribbean More Affordable
St. Maarten - November 19, 2024 – The recently concluded Dutch Caribbean Cooperation Association (DCCA) conference hosted by Princess Juliana International Airport (PJIA) on St. Maarten brought together more than 150 international leaders, innovators, and stakeholders...
Save the Date: SXM DOET 2025 – Join Us in Supporting St. Maarten!”From Parading to Progress for a Brighter St. Maarten” 📅 Friday, May 16, and Saturday, May 17, 2025
Philipsburg, St. Maarten — Calling all volunteers, visitors, and local businesses! SXM DOET, St. Maarten’s biggest volunteer event, is back and invites you to be part of an exciting community-driven weekend on May 16 and 17, 2025. Set right after Carnival, SXM DOET...
Inaugural Ceremony Marks the Launch of 3 New Winter Routes
In Pictures: Honorable Minister Grisha Heyliger-Marten with Winair's CEO Hans van de Velde and PJIA Airport CEO Brian Mingo - Winair team members Yesterday, Winair proudly marked the launch of its inaugural flight to Barbados, a key milestone in our new winter...
Princess Beatrix Inaugurates New Princess Juliana International Airport, Honoring 80 Years of Aviation History on Sint Maarten
Simpson Bay, November 14, 2024 – Today marked a historic day at Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM). The airport commemorated the re-opening of its state-of-the-art terminal building, with a both festive and royal ceremony attended by Her Royal Highness...
Migratory Bird Festival at Amuseum Naturalis 9am to Noon Saturday, November 16th
French Quarter, St. Martin—The public is invited to a free festival celebrating St. Martin’s migratory birds this Saturday, November 16th! The Migratory Bird Festival will be held from 9am to noon at Amuseum Naturalis at The Old House in French Quarter. The event will...
PDG Supplies continues as Proud Sponsor of St. Maarten Flavors 2024
St. Maarten, November 5, 2024 — The St. Maarten Hospitality & Trades Association (SHTA), organizers of St. Maarten Flavors, are excited to announce that PDG Supplies continues its sponsorship of the highly anticipated St. Maarten Flavors 2024, a month-long...
St. Maarten Flavors highlights more participating restaurants: Zee Best Restaurant, Zee Best Bakeshop, Mr. Chow and Irie Gardens
Philipsburg, St. Maarten – St. Maarten Flavors 2024 is getting even more exciting as more fabulous restaurants join the food celebration this year: Zee Best Restaurant, Zee Best Bakeshop, Mr. Chow, and Irie Gardens are taking part. Each of these local favorites is...
Orco Bank Proudly Supports the Reading Festival St. Maarten, Bringing Joy and Imagination to Children Through Books!
Willemstad, October 30th, 2024 – Orco Bank was thrilled to sponsor the Reading Festival in St. Maarten,held on October 18th and 19th, 2024. This heartwarming event brought together Biblionef Netherlands,Help Our Children Foundation, Sint Maarten Library, the Ministry...