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.

announcement beach of the week: guana bay beach

May 9, 2025

Visit St. Maarten / St. Martin Beach of The Week: Guana Bay Beach

Looking for a quieter beach experience? Guana Bay Beach offers a long stretch of natural beauty on the Atlantic side of St. Maarten. With amazing views of St. Barths and close access to the island’s famous Natural Pool and Naked

St Maarten Cruise Port at sunset

May 5, 2025

Explore the Caribbean with Seabourn’s 2026–2027 Cruises from St. Maarten

Seabourn has just announced its new itineraries for the 2026–2027 season, and St. Maarten is one of the main departure points. From November through March, Seabourn Ovation and Seabourn Quest will set sail from the island on cruises ranging from

announcement beach of the week: nettle bay beach in st. maarten

May 2, 2025

Visit St. Maarten / St. Martin Beach of The Week: Nettle Bay Beach

Tucked between Lowlands and Marigot on the French side of the island, Nettle Bay offers a laid-back beach vibe with stunning views of Anguilla across the water.   The shoreline is dotted with charming restaurants that are favorites among both

Sunny weather picture of Pinel Island beach with tourists

April 30, 2025

Caribbean Journal Highlights the Charm of Pinel Island

Recently featured in Caribbean Journal’s “Beach of the Day” series, Pinel Island is one of those spots in St. Martin that feels like a Caribbean escape. Just a short ferry ride from the Cul de Sac area on the French

April 28, 2025

Visit St. Maarten / St. Martin Activity of The Week: Night Dive With Dive Sint Maarten

Looking for a truly unique adventure on the island? Dive Sint Maarten offers an unforgettable night dive experience that lets you explore a whole new side of the underwater world.   Check Availability   Located in Philipsburg on the Dutch