August 4, 2025
2026 Day Trip Idea: 250 Years of Statia’s First Salute
Statian History as Freeport While standing on a Dutch Side St. Maarten beach, two distinctive volcanic island silhouettes dominate the horizon. One, with its dual peaks resembling a saddle, is Statia or St. Eustatius (the other volcano being Saba).
July 29, 2025
The Important Quality of Quiet Coves – Interview with Michiel Parent (PJIA)
In a series of portraits of people working on the island visitor experience – sometimes in a hidden way – today’s highlighted person is Michiel Parent, Commercial Director at Princess Juliana International Airport since January of 2024. In his
July 25, 2025
Boat Spotting: Eleven Iconic Ships to look out for when on St. Maarten/ ST. Martin
You knew St. Maarten was a great plane spotting paradise – but did you know St. Maarten is a key yachting hub of the Caribbean too? When getting around on St. Maarten keep an eye out for this series of special
July 24, 2025
Island Highlight: Marinas in Simpson Bay, St Maarten
St. Maarten is one of the largest yachting centers in the Caribbean. Apart from leisure along its shores, it is also opportunities for chandlery and supplies that drives captains to the dual nation island. Central to this fame in
July 22, 2025
From Profound Changes to Secret Coves – Islander Interview With Judy King, Country Manager of ORCO Bank
In todays islander highlight the spotlight is on Judy King, Country Manager of ORCO Bank. The acquisition of CIBC First Caribbean’s Curacao and Sint Maarten portfolio expanded the footprint of the bank in the region, making their logo directly more ubiquitous for
