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.

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

February 13, 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.

Zee Best Restaurant

February 12, 2026

RESTAURANT OF THE WEEK: ZEE BEST RESTAURANT

Come dine at Visit St. Maarten / St. Martin Restaurant of the Week Zee Best Restaurant!   This week’s restaurant is known for their freshly made patisseries, coffee, tea, fresh juices, crepes and way more. The best place for breakfast

February 11, 2026

Today in the St. Maarten Cruise Port: Carnival Vista

St. Maarten Ship highlight: Carnival Vista   With all that goes on in busy cruise port Philipsburg St. Maarten, Visit St. Maarten / St. Martin weekly tries to pick out special ships in port and to tell visitors in Philipsburg

Shop of The Week: St. Maarten Nectar

February 11, 2026

Shop of The Week: St. Maarten Nectar

St. Maarten Nectar is the island’s premier destination for a hundred percent natural skincare, home fragrances, essential oils, herbal teas, dried flowers, mosquito repellents, gift-ready sets, and more. Dedicated to purity and wellness, all products are handcrafted locally using only

Hotel room in Horizon View Beach Hotel with a small picture of the outside of the building

February 10, 2026

HOTEL OF THE WEEK: HORIZON VIEW BEACH HOTEL

Hotel of the Week: Horizon View Beach Hotel   Wake up to the rhythm of the waves and the color of Caribbean mornings at Horizon View Beach Hotel. Perfectly placed on Great Bay in Philipsburg, this beachfront gem puts you

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