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Instructor and participant cooking at creole cooking class

October 30, 2026

Photo of the Day: Discover the Flavors of St. Maarten with a Creole Cooking Class

Food is an important part of experiencing a destination, and in St. Maarten, the local cuisine offers plenty of flavors to discover. On Tuesday, October 27, three members of the VISIT team headed to Simpson Bay to experience this firsthand

October 30, 2026

Beach of The Week: Simpson Bay Beach

One of the longest and most beautiful beaches on St. Maarten, Simpson Bay Beach stretches gracefully along Simpson Bay. This beach offers lively spots like K’s Beach Bar and The Boon for a more social beach vibe. Just behind the

Cocktail served at Catch 21 Restaurant in Port de Plaisance Resort

October 29, 2026

Festival de la Gastronomie 2026 in Saint-Martin: Full Program & Events

Festival de la Gastronomie returns to Saint-Martin for its sixth edition from November 11 to 22, 2026. The annual event celebrates the island’s culinary culture through chef demonstrations, cooking workshops, restaurant competitions, tastings and special dining experiences.Coconut is the featured

Plane flying over Maho Beach

October 29, 2026

St. Maarten Welcomes 350 Colombian Travelers Through Wingo’s Mystery Trip

St. Maarten welcomed approximately 350 travelers from Colombia from October 22 to 25, 2026, as part of Wingo’s Destino Oculto 3 mystery trip. The visit was organized in collaboration with Princess Juliana International Airport, the St. Maarten Tourism Bureau and

October 29, 2026

Restaurant of the Week: Chesterfields Restaurant & Bar

Nestled right on the Philipsburg waterfront, just steps from the cruise port, Chesterfields Restaurant & Bar has been a beloved fixture in St. Maarten’s dining scene for over thirty years. With panoramic views of Great Bay Beach and the bustling

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