St. Maarten / St. Martin Island Hopping Blog

The island of St. Maarten / St. Martin is in the middle of a beautiful and diverse archipelago, with many islands small and large within eyesight from our island beaches. As a hub in between, the island offers a perfect base for a day of island hopping. See below blog posts to inform you about news about our surrounding islands and the connections to those.

outlook of the ital shak restaurant; green and yellow cabins with text on them

August 29, 2025

Island Hopping by Yourself – Highlight by New York Times / Myheraldreview

Photo Courtesy of Ital Shack   St. Maarten / St. Martin holidays are often not just about the island itself, but also regarding the perfect strategic departure point to explore surrounding islands in the process, allowing you to be back

August 27, 2025

Twice the Caribbean, One Destination – Interview With Cassie Schoutens

Today’s highlight of people working in the background to make a visit to St. Maarten unforgettable focuses on Cassie Schoutens, Marketing and Communication specialist at Princess Juliana International Airport.   A job inspiring in its diversity: “No two days are

carnival magic cruise ship in the harbor or Philipsburg

August 27, 2025

Todays St Maarten Cruise Port Highlight: Carnival Magic!

Every once in a while, we highlight one of the magnificent ships visiting the St Maarten cruise port. Below are some fun facts about this impressive transatlantic ocean liner – whether you are on board of Carnival Magic and to

August 25, 2025

Winair’s Coconut Deals Are Back

Winair is excited to announce the return of its popular Coconut Deals – offering passengers a chance to fly for promotional fares starting at just $19.99, $29.99, and $39.99 (excluding taxes and fees).   Booking period: August 26 until August

Tourists walking and relaxing on Tintamarre island, St Maarten, St Martin, best beaches on St Maarten, Caribbean

July 28, 2025

St. Maarten One Day Cruise Visit Itinerary “Tintamarre & Pinel with Private Yacht Charter”

Amongst the many ports of call along your cruise itinerary you might be looking for a day away from the crowds in your day trip choice. When in port on St. Maarten, one way to do so is by renting

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