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September 23, 2026

Shop of The Week: Dazzling Gems

Since 2005, Dazzling Gems has been a trusted, family-owned diamond jewelry store in the heart of Philipsburg. Known for their commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, they have earned a reputation as one of the island’s most recommended jewelers. Their

Seaview celebration of Dolly Parton

September 22, 2026

Dolly Party at Seaview Beach & Pool Bar

Seaview Beach & Pool Bar will host a Dolly Party on Friday, September 25, celebrating Dolly Parton, her music, and her remarkable career with live performances and karaoke.   The event runs from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. and will

A pirate figure at the Rusty Parrot in Philipsburg

September 22, 2026

Why Were There Pirates in the Caribbean?

(Photo: Courtesy of Rhumhuys Distillery)   As long as there is Hollywood, there have been movies about Caribbean pirates. “The Pirate’s Gold” by D.W. Griffith is considered to have started the genre in 1908. From the subsequent days of “swashbuckler”

September 22, 2026

Hotel of The Week: Commodore Suites

Located in the heart of Simpson Bay, Commodore Suites is an all-suite boutique hotel offering comfort, convenience, and island charm. With 28 modern deluxe suites, this hidden gem sits directly above Market Garden Supermarket and just steps from Kim Sha Beach,

jonathan berg island

September 22, 2026

Jonathan Berg Explores Island Hopping Once More

Over the past years, Jonathan Berg has explored the history of St. Maarten / St. Martin in depth through conversations with experts such as Minister of Education, Culture, Youth & Sports Melissa Gumbs, department head Clara Reyes, and archaeologist Jay

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