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.

A toast to Pelikaan Beer

July 11, 2025

One Day Cruise Visit Itinerary “St. Maarten / St. Martin Craft Beer Tour”

Small Country, A Lot Brewing St. Maarten / St. Martin has a variety of craft beers on offer. Of the three big island brands Caribbean Brewing Company, Pelikaan Brewery and SXM Beer, all hop produce is brewed on island.  

cupecoy beach st. maarten

July 10, 2025

Caribbean Journal Shines a Spotlight on Cupecoy Beach in St. Maarten

Looking for a picture-perfect beach in St. Maarten? Caribbean Journal featured Cupecoy Beach as their “Photo of the Week” – and it’s easy to see why!   This stunning snapshot, contributed by Caribbean Journal reader Nikki Carriere, captures the island’s signature

Philipsburg Boardwalk

July 9, 2025

One Day St. Maarten Visit Itinerary “Only in Philipsburg”

Every visit to a St. Maarten / St. Martin monument, shop, restaurant and activity provides a unique experience. But you might have chosen one of the above shore excursion types already on another port of call, or booked one for

krystal wanga at the beach with a sunset in the background

July 8, 2025

Framing the Future: Travel, Business & Island Life with Krystal Wanga (Strategic Elements & Caribbean Window Covering)

Todays islander interview is with Krystal Wanga, Managing Director of Caribbean Window Covering and Founder of HR & Management consulting company,  Strategic Elements.   Two wholly distinct companies at first sight, but not in mission. “Both companies reflect a passion

Take a shopping trip to the St Maarten Capital Philipsburg and its most famous shopping street Front Street

July 7, 2025

One Day St. Maarten Cruise Visit Itinerary “Philipsburg Shopping Spree”

Port of Call Philipsburg has earned a variety of accolades by cruise magazines and websites. Many of the town’s cruise awards praise the pleasant combination of a beach nearby the port, shore excursions, museums and restaurants all within a few