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.

Woman sitting at a restaurant with sunset rays shining on her face

April 1, 2026

Valérie: Finding Joy in Care, Creativity, and the Calm of St. Maarten

Once in a while Visit St. Maarten / St. Martin interviews visitors on their experiences on and off island. In case of visitor Valérie (29) “off island” even became “island hopping” – exploring the Caribbean islands on the horizon too.

April 1, 2026

Today in Cruise Port St. Maarten: Marella Explorer

Cruise Port Philipsburg always welcomes interesting ships and can be a lively sight from the city, its beach, as well as Fort Amsterdam overlooking it. In this series of portraits of notable cruise ships passing through Port St. Maarten, today’s focus

April 1, 2026

Hotel of the Week: Carl’s Unique Inn

Planning a trip to St. Maarten? Carl’s Unique Inn offers a cozy, budget-friendly stay in a quiet Cole Bay neighborhood surrounded by green mountains. This boutique hotel is known for its warm hospitality, professional staff, and welcoming atmosphere. Guests enjoy

announcement activity of the week: that yoda guy movie exhibit

March 30, 2026

Visit St. Maarten / St. Martin Activity of The Week: Yoda Guy Movie Exhibit

Activity of the Week: Meet the Mind Behind Yoda!   Step into a galaxy far away at The Yoda Guy Movie Exhibit in Philipsburg! Created by Nick Maley, known as “That Yoda Guy”, this museum is a treasure trove of

Circle window view with palmtree and cruiseship in the background

March 27, 2026

Photo Of The Week: Cabana Ship Sightings

If it was not for the lush palm trees on this picture, you would almost think you were at sea. This rounded “porthole” is however not built for sailors but for landlubbers, more specifically those renting one of the fully

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