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.

September 22, 2025

Activity of The Week: Eco Friendly Tour Around the Island

Set sail on an unforgettable day with Eagle Tours! The Eco Friendly Tour Around the Island is a relaxing and eco-conscious sail & snorkel adventure around St. Maarten. Departing from Bobby’s Marina in Philipsburg this full-day tour explores some of the

celebrity beyond cruise ship in the water

September 18, 2025

Today in Cruise Port St. Maarten: Celebrity Beyond

As one of the three largest cruise ports of the Caribbean, there is interesting vessels  docking in St. Maarten every week. Todays highlighted ship is Celebrity Beyond. Here are some fun facts about this impressive ship if you are going

September 16, 2025

Hotel of the Week: Travel Inn

Looking for the perfect spot to stay in St. Maarten? Travel Inn is ideally located in the heart of Simpson Bay, just 500 feet before the Simpson Bay Bridge – perfectly positioned for easy access to the island’s top attractions.

beach beds at pinel beach

September 8, 2025

Pinel Island: Two Beach Bars, One Tiny Island

The moment you step off the boat onto Pinel Island, you’re greeted by calm turquoise water, soft white sand, and two beach clubs that couldn’t be more different – yet equally tempting.   Yellow Beach is the first you’ll see,

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

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