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The Latest St Maarten / St Martin Tourism News!

See our blog below to remain up to date with your favorite Caribbean holiday destination! Let us know if you have news to share!

 

Airplane flying over sea with clouds and sun in the background

March 11, 2026

Clarification on (Bangladesh) St. Martin Travel Ban (Not: Caribbean St. Martin / St. Maarten)

Some confusion has arisen about a recent travel ban put in place by the Bangladesh government for travelers to Asian tourism destination St. Martin (Narikel Jinjira)  from February 1, 2026, to November 1, 2026. This is not related to either the

Carnival SXM, Carnival St Maarten, woman dressed in typical Caribbean Carnival clothes with blue feathers

March 10, 2026

ST. MAARTEN CARNIVAL 2026 SCHEDULE

See below the schedule for the 2026 St. Maarten Carnival.    All main events will be held in the Carnival Village in the Great Salt Pond area. Jump-Ups will take place on the street and are open to all public.

Iguana sitting on a rock at sea with clear blue water in the background

March 6, 2026

Photo of the Week: Iguana At Sea

See attached a great picture of an Iguana sunbathing in Grand Case. Mostly, you would find these friendly creatures inland, but this daredevil apparently actively looks up the shores during hot Caribbean afternoons. If you would like to see more

Heineken Regatta Simpson Bay bridge opening times 2026 poster

March 5, 2026

HEINEKEN REGATTA BRIDGE OPENING TIMES

Today, March 5th, is the first official racing day of the St Maarten Heineken Regatta 2026.   From today until Sunday, March 8th, the Simpson Bay Bridge next to the St Maarten Yacht Club will have additional operating hours because

March 5, 2026

Restaurant of the Week: Al Pasha

Al Pasha has been serving authentic, home-made Lebanese cuisine since opening its doors in November 2013. Backed by owners with extensive culinary experience, the restaurant offers a diverse Mediterranean menu that celebrates both classic Lebanese favorites and contemporary creations. From

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