St. Maarten / St. Martin News Blog

Visitor News Blog for St Maarten / St Martin

Waterfront of Marigot, capital of the Caribbean island of St Martin

June 19, 2024

Around 400 People visit the “Picton” Castle Ship in Marigot

The Caribbean Sail Training (CST) hosted an open day for the “Picton Castle” at the Galisbay commercial pier in Marigot, attracting approximately 400 visitors. Captain Moreland, who announced his retirement, highlighted the value of sail training for developing life skills,

Cruise ships Sint Maarten

June 19, 2024

Celebrity Cruises’ Newest Ship Will Come to St. Maarten This Fall

Celebrity Cruises’ newest ship, Xcel, is set to sail in fall 2025. The ship, featuring a tri-fuel capable engine, has begun construction in France. Xcel is part of a series that includes the popular Beyond and Edge ships. Its inaugural

Belmond La Samana wedding ceremony

June 19, 2024

Marry Me in Paradise

Brides and grooms are in good hands on St. Maarten/St. Martin.   Waves lap and bring with them the sand that softly kisses your feet. The gentle breeze cools your skin as the sun hovers above in all its glory.

Plane spotters watching a plane fly over Maho Beach while swimming in the Caribbean Sea

June 18, 2024

How Tourism Came to Paradise

Discover St. Maarten/St. Martin’s charms — again and again.   Once upon a time there was no tourism. As strange as that might seem to us now — we of the fortunate generations who can’t wait to hop on a

A Winair plane standing at the Princess Juliana International Airport SXM

June 18, 2024

Winair Acquires Twin Otter Aircraft to Enhance Operations

Winair announces a significant milestone in its history, transitioning from a fully leased fleet to ownership with the acquisition of a Twin Otter DHC6 aircraft.   This investment marks a strategic move towards greater operational control and efficiency, solidifying the

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