Category: SXM – What To Do / See

Simpson Bay, Sint Maarten – January 6, 2025 – The St. Maarten Marine Trades Association (SMMTA), in collaboration with key partners IGY Marinas, Yacht Club Port de Plaisance, Palapa Marina, Skyport marina, Port St. Maarten Group and the Simpson Bay Fireworks Association, is again hosting a firework show in the Simpson Bay Lagoon this Thursday, […]

A popular sailing itinerary in and around St. Maarten typically includes visits to neighboring islands, beautiful beaches, and picturesque anchorages. Here’s a suggested one-week sailing itinerary for cruising St. Maarten and the Caribbean. Whether you are coming with your own boat, or looking at chartering a sailboat, this is the perfect way to spend your […]

The Simpson Bay Bridge serves as the primary gateway for ships entering Simpson Bay Lagoon, St Maarten’s renowned natural harbor. This harbor supports a vibrant nautical industry, from rigging, electrical and chandlery stores to a variety of supermarkets, bars, restaurants, provisioning suppliers, marinas and so much more. Historical Significance Despite its smaller stature compared to its younger […]

Mullet Bay Beach is a favourite spot among locals and the most internationally awarded beach on Sint Maarten. It offers a peaceful and relaxing alternative to Maho Beach. Along the beach, you can find various snack bars and eateries offering local cuisine, as well as chair and umbrella rentals. The northern side of the beach […]

Maho Beach offers a unique experience not only for plane enthusiasts, but for everyone. This renowned spot is one of the few places in the world where you can witness aircraft in their flight path just outside the end of the runway. Imagine lounging on the soft, white sand as massive airliners pass mere feet […]

Shop till you drop (TAX-FREE), have a cocktail, and experience some Caribbean culture! Welcome to Philipsburg, the capital of Dutch Sint Maarten, where sun, sand, and shopping converge to create an unforgettable Caribbean experience. Philipsburg stands out as the only capital city in the world located right on the beach, offering a unique blend of […]

The Simpson Bay Lagoon Causeway Bridge stretches for seven hundred meters (its swing bridge part for 60), and connects the St Maarten Cole Bay and Simpson Bay districts. It offers picturesque views and a convenient passage to Princess Juliana International Airport. Tune in to VHF channel 12 for bridge operations info!