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St. Maarten represented in largest action against offshore oil drilling


2010
06.29

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St. Maarten Foundation TLH-SXMF Executive Director Arthur “Arturo” Lugisse and several St.Maarten students studying in Tallahassee represented St. Maarten at the “Hands across the Sand” action against offshore oil drilling.

The event took place at Lake Ella Gazebo in Leon County last week Saturday at 12:00 noon, attracting more than 700 people, including some of Tallahassee’s leading politicians.

The objective of the event was to bring U.S. citizens and the world together in solidarity, joining hands in the largest gathering against offshore oil drilling in history. The image was powerful and the message was simple: “NO to Offshore Oil Drilling, YES to Clean Energy.”

“I am very pleased that St. Maarteners hold up the St. Maarten flag during the “Hands across the Sand” action against offshore oil drilling held in Tallahassee last Saturday. We could take part in this very important event. Our students are a part of the Tallahassee community and we recognize that we should play a role in community efforts that can better the quality of life for all,” Lugisse told the Government Information Service (GIS).

“The TLH-SXMF can play a key role as well, especially with the sister-city relationship we have developed over the past 10 years. I appeal to non-governmental organizations (NGOs) as well as businesses on the island to get in contact with us in respect to exploring and developing sound, sustainable environmental development policies/ products/services for St. Maarten,” he added.

The mission of “Hands across the Sand” is to steer energy policies away from their dependence on fossil fuels and into the light of clean energy. The aim is to convince leaders of countries, in particular those of the United States, to abandon expanded offshore oil drilling and adopt policies that encourage clean and renewable energy sources.

NGOs and businesses seeking to explore and develop sound sustainable environmental development policies/products/services for St. Maarten can contact the TLH-SXMF at 850-212-2914 or via its Website www.tlh-sxmf.org.

Excerpts for this article taken from “The Daily Herald Newspaper”

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Taste of St. Maarten


2010
06.28

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Get ready for a fun-filled 4th of July weekend at the annual Taste of St. Maarten food fair in Simpson Bay. The event takes place from 11am until 7pm on Topper’s parking lot and the adjoining Kim Sha beach. This celebration of “food, music, fun and sun” is becoming quite a tradition and will be held for the third consecutive time this year. As always: entrance is free!

At least 18 island restaurants have already confirmed their attendance, and will be manning various stands at Taste of St. Maarten to showcase their cuisine with taste size portions.

Besides food, a live DJ will be on stage to enliven the atmosphere with music for young and old. Like last year, St.Maarten’s “Jolly Boys” will be performing traditional Caribbean music throughout the afternoon. There will be face painting, masks, and arts & crafts.

Worth noting is that this year’s Taste of St. Maarten is slated to become the island’s largest “plastic free” event this summer: with the support of the sponsoring companies, the island’s distributor of biodegradable disposables Good2Go is providing bio-plastic plates and containers, beverage cups, cutlery and napkins. These plastic-free disposables are made from annually renewable resources such as corn and other plants, are non-toxic to humans and the environment, and will quickly degrade into compost when thrown away.

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World Cup Hot Spots in St Maarten!


2010
06.24

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~Watch the games of the World  Cup in St Maarten and enjoy the camaraderie at these locations

This year, the soccer tournament involving 32 teams turned world phenomena is back! The 2010 FIFA World Cup while hosted in South Africa has crossed the Atlantic and struck the Friendly Island with FIFA fever. St.Maarten being the melting pot that it is, is home to all the nationalities represented at the World Cup.  Matches will be played and broadcasted live from June 11 – July 11. First up will be South Africa against Mexico. Follow all the action on www.fifa.com.

Heineken is running a FIFA 2010 promotion called “Show Your Colors” where participating bars and restaurants will give a free Heineken beer every time a team scores to fans wearing the scoring team’s colors. Check the Heineken ads for participating places.

Don’t sit at home; immerse your self in the positive energy and excitement of the 2010 World Cup at one of the bars and restaurants listed. Remember: show your colors!

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Chippie Café

The option of staying connected during game time is also available at, Chippie Cafe. Offering wifi and soccer themed décor Chippie Cafe is the place to be. With 7 screens which include 2 projectors and fully air conditioned seating, they will be serving up breakfast and Dutch snacks daily.

Holland House

Creating alter egos and getting into the spirit, Holland House will be the Holland Heineken House during the world Cup. Catering to the early morning games of the Dutch team Holland House offers specials on breakfast sandwiches and coffee. In the afternoon they have specials on Heineken, and typical Dutch snacks.
Above all the ambiance is superb during the games. When the orange team plays we offer free Oranjerum! As a token of appreciation for all the Oranje fans its a variety of Oranje bitter. Projecting from 1 beamer and 2 flat screens and all the action will be heard in surround sound. Holland House is showing support by showing all the games, but when the orange team is playing the Holland Heineken House is the place to go!

Princess Casino (Port de Plaisance)

Princess Casino is kicking off the 2010 World Cup with a pre-party the night before the first match. Their exclusive fully air conditioned World Cup Soccer Lounge is located in the Rock House in the casino’s VIP area. Luxuriate in comfortable seating, watching 5 screens and being served by hot waitresses.

Score on Corona beer specials and tasty snacks through out the cup as well as other drink specials. Win fun prizes like; exclusive collector t-shirts, dinners, match bets, free plays, cocktails and more with the many raffles during the games. Entrance to the lounge is free so go to Princess Casino where the AC keeps your cool; the ice cold Coronas keep you feeling refreshed and where game time is happy hour time!

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Genesis offers taxi payment by credit card, St Maarten


2010
06.23

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Genesis Taxis started in May of last year. The founders of this new taxi organization, Terrance Frederick and Miro Augusty saw an opportunity to improve the taxi-service to the local market. With 22 cars on the road presently, Genesis has built a name for itself among the local population.

“People recognize our punctuality and our reliability”, Frederick says. “We’ve had a superb first year”. Augusty adds that Genesis cabbies get a good support from local restaurants and hotels.

On average, customers see a Genesis-taxi appear within ten to twelve minutes after they called them which is an excellent response time.

Next to the local market, Genesis cabs also serve the tourism market with island tours. Last month, Genesis added a new feature to its services. Customers are now able to pay on board with a credit or debit card. People don’t have to carry cash anymore for their cab. The feedback so far we from tourist and local clients is very positive.

Excerpts for this article taken from Today Newspaper – June 23rd, 2010

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Roland Richardson’s work to debut at Art Hamptons, St Maarten


2010
06.22

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Artist Roland Richardson has been invited by June Kelly Gallery, New York, to exhibit his work at Art Hamptons 2010, in Sayre Park, Bridgehampton, New York, from July 8-11, it has been announced. Richardson’s distinctive work will be exhibited among
the leading contemporary artists of today, at the prestigious international art fair
that features museum-level art of the 19th, 20th, and 21st centuries.

The artist, who will show some 50 pieces at the exhibition, will be located at booth #107. After the Opening Preview Party on Thursday, July 8, from 6:00pm to 9:00pm, show hours are: 11:00am-7:00pm on Friday, July 9 and Saturday, July 10; and 11:00am-6:00pm on Sunday, July 11.

“Roland Richardson’s art of his Caribbean homeland has become a true symbol of the
region’s beauty and rich culture,” a release stated. His “Plein Air” paintings, created
always on location from life, joyfully communicate its natural wonder and history.
This is the spirit of Caribbean “Plein Air” impressionism that Roland Richardson
hopes to share with his collection of more than 50 new works to debut at Art Hamptons
2010.”

For persons interested in visiting the exhibition, the address is Sayre Park, 156
Snake Hollow Road, Bridgehampton, New York. Roland Richardson can be contacted at e-mail roland.laura@ wanadoo.fr, or at his gallery at #6, Rue de la République, Marigot.

Excerpts taken from The Daily Herald Newspaper – June 22nd, 2010

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Roland Richardson’s work to debut at Art Hamptons
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St. Maarten Zoo Cleanup


2010
06.21

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Some sixty volunteers turned out despite the downpour early Saturday morning for
a scheduled cleanup of St. Maarten Zoo, the first step in the zoo’s beautification
project.

Volunteers trimmed overgrown trees and bushes and raked even though it had
been raining. The morning truly reflects the power and dedication of
the St. Maarten community in coming together for a worthwhile project,” said St. Maarten Zoological Foundation Public Relations Officer Barbara Cannegieter.

Special gratitude was extended to Benjamin Kelly of Belvedere Homeowners
and Tenants Association (BHOTA) and Ms. Sadie,who were accompanied by
hard-working young volunteers from various districts.

Appreciation was also extended to Angeline Laurence, who took her own industrious cleanup crew, Elton Richardson and Bill Miller. Two American tourists also volunteered their time. If it were not for such community support we could not have survived all these years. The response from so many was overwhelming and we are deeply grateful to everyone who helped in any way,” said Cannegieter.

She said the next phase of the zoo’s beautification project would be renovations
to zoo exhibits where wood has been rotting.

Thanks were extended to volunteers of the VKS, Meadowlands N.V., Clean NV, St.
Maarten Pride Foundation, St. Maarten Red Cross Foundation, St. Maarten Nature
Foundation, Domino’s Pizza, Caribbean Liquors, Cost U Less, and Le Grand Marché
on Bush Road.

Excerpts taken from the Daily Herald Newspaper

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Epic makes inaugural call to St. Maarten on July 13


2010
06.18

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Epic, the newest and largest ship of the Norwegian Cruise Line, makes its inaugural call to St. Maarten on July 13, ushering another first for Dr. A.C. Wathey Cruise and Cargo Facilities.

The cruise and cargo facilities has hosted several of the world’s newest and most innovative cruise ship, among them the Royal Caribbean Cruise Line’s behemoth Oasis of the Seas.

Norwegian Epic will sail alternating seven-day Eastern and Western Caribbean itineraries from Miami from July 10 through April 30, 2011. Ports of call on the Eastern Caribbean itinerary include St. Maarten, St. Thomas, and the Bahamas. The Western Caribbean cruises visit Costa Maya, Roatán, Bay Islands, Honduras; and Cozumel, Mexico.

The 2011 cruise season from May-October will have Norwegian Epic sailing a series of seven-day Western Mediterranean cruises from Barcelona. When she returns to Miami on November 5, 2011, she will sail a series of seven-day Eastern Caribbean cruises through April 7, 2012.

The Norwegian Epic, deemed the most innovative Freestyle Cruising ship to date, returned from her final successful sea trials on Saturday, after three days of sailing the Atlantic Ocean before she is delivered on today, Wednesday. Norwegian Cruise Line is the official cruise line of Blue Man Group, debuting for the first time at sea on Norwegian Epic, as well as the official cruise line of Legends in Concert and Nickelodeon, the number-one entertainment brand for kids.

Excerpts from this article taken from the Daily Herald Newspaper

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Father’s Day: King’s Day / St Maarten


2010
06.17

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Its second annual Father’s Day event dubbed Soualiga King’s Day…a
royal ball for one and all. This year fathers will be able to bring their entire
family to the ball on Father’s Day, Sunday, June 20.

The day begins with a jam session style walk-athon from 5:00 to 7:30am
at Le Grand Marché, Bush Road, to Grand Marché, Cole Bay. This unique
walk-a-thon, which includes a Chippie Van with DJ “Happen so Massive”
playing an inspirational musical for easy and challenging routes along the
way, is becoming very popular.

Nearing the end, the DJ will turn the walkathon into a full-fledged jump up.
Breakfast will include a bowl of warm, creamy oyster chowder soup, Johnny
cakes, chicken salad and a serving of bush tea! Tickets are $20.
Later that day, there will be an elegant, fun-filled setting at Port de Plaisance (the big white tent) from 3:30 to 8:00pm. Adults – $30; kids – $10; family package deal comprising 2 adults with up to 3 kids – $60.

There will be ongoing activities such as a princess section for the girls, face painting and temporary tattoos section, pictures with “King Dad”.

Excerpts taken from Out and About – June 17th, 2010.

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The Summit Resort / St Maarten


2010
06.17

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The Summit is a small, comfortable, easy going, private vacation spot, where are welcomed by an especially friendly and accommodating staff.

Year after year, guests return to enjoy the relaxed atmosphere, open spaces, balmy breezes, rustling palm trees and warm hospitality that are all part of the Summit’s traditional Caribbean charm.
From the sundeck surrounding the freshwater swimming pool, savor a panoramic view recognized as one of the best on St. Maarten.

Across the broad sweep of the sparkling lagoon lies the sweep of the low-lying mountains on the French side of this delightfully Dutch, fantastically French and completely Caribbean island.

For more information visit our website www.visitstmaarten.com

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St. Maarten Small Hotels, Inns & Guesthouses


2010
06.15

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Whether you’re on a tight budget, need accommodations for an extended stay, value your privacy, or just enjoy the casual, comfortable feeling of a small guesthouse.

Some of St. Maarten’s small hotel locations are directly on the beach, or within walking distance to the shore. Some are tucked away but still close enough to walk to entertainment and dining. Whether you prefer an historic B&B, a suite with a fully loaded kitchen, or secluded luxury, you’ll find great values at a small hotel here in St. Maarten.

The small hotels, inns and guesthouses of St. Maarten invite you to experience the true Caribbean, where warmth and a caring ambiance replace the anonymity of larger resorts.

This lovely and unique group of properties offers visitors a choice ranging from small, intimate family run guesthouses and lovely beachfront villas to small, yet elegant resorts.

Book Now by calling 1-800-309-2005 to speak with a Live Agent ! or visit www.experiencestmaarten.com/smallhotels/

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