St. Maarten / St. Martin Things To Do Blog

Research has shown that visitors find one of St. Maartens / St. Martins attractive features that there is so much to do on the island. From inspiring tours to thrill seeking excursions on land, sailing and other activities on the water as well as those under water, the offer of things to do is vast and keeps expanding. Most excursions are within easy reach for cruise passengers too. This blog highlights the rich variety of options on how to spend a day on St. Maarten / St. Martin and news pertaining to them.

Philipsburg Boardwalk morning view of the Marina

May 15, 2026

Photo Of The Week: Philipsburg Boardwalk View

A Philipsburg Boardwalk morning snapshot of the lush terrace outside beach club Lazy Lizar. In the distance, you see the St. Barths ferry waiting for its first departure. The urban marinas are a great background to have a great “town” breakfast

Pinel Island beach st maarten with sunbeds, blue water and some green trees

May 15, 2026

BEACH OF THE WEEK: PINEL ISLAND

Take a trip to Pinel Island; the closest an Atlantic beach meets a Caribbean beach. Short hiking trails provide fun for the nature lover who are prone to run into turtles, iguanas and much more, while foodies can enjoy the two restaurants on the island.

May 13, 2026

Shop of The Week: Kooyman

When it comes to your home projects, Kooyman have everything you need under one roof, They have building materials like wood, hardware, cement and tools. Looking to renovate indoors, they have lighting, kitchens, doors, bathrooms, garden supplies, décor, storage solutions.

announcement activity of the week: beer and plane spotting tour with twin island excursions

May 11, 2026

Visit St. Maarten / St. Martin Activity of The Week: Beer and Plane Spotting with Twin Island Excursions

Looking for a fun and uniquely St. Maarten experience? Join Twin Island Excursions for their Beer and Plane Spotting adventure! This tour combines cold drinks with front-row views of planes landing just overhead at the world-famous Maho Beach. You’ll visit

Helicopter view of Marigot and surroundings with blue sea and sunrays

May 8, 2026

Photo Of The Week: “Helicopter View of Marigot Blue”

This week’s island photo was made from a helicopter, tilting slightly as it passes by French side St. Martin capital Marigot to make this great aerial picture. To the right, you see the French side entry to the binational Simpson Bay