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.

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

July 4, 2025

Visit St. Maarten / St. Martin Beach of The Week: Little Bay Beach

This Week’s Top Pick: Little Bay Beach – A Hidden Gem Among Nearly 40 Stunning Shores Nestled between the historic sites of Fort Willem and Fort Amsterdam, Little Bay Beach sits at the heart of St. Maarten/St. Martin’s rich heritage.

Painting during the seagrape art tour

July 4, 2025

One Day St. Maarten Cruise Visit Itinerary “Arts, Artists & Ateliers”

Caribbean getaway St. Maarten / St. Martin have been a long standing source of inspiration for artists. United States painter Romare Bearden made the island his atelier for decades, but also local celebrities like Ruby Bute and Roland Richardson rose to

sonesta ocean point resort hotel and pool

July 4, 2025

Sonesta Ocean Point Named One of the Caribbean’s Best Swim-Up Resorts by Caribbean Journal

Carib Journal just revealed their top picks for Caribbean resorts with swim-up rooms, and one of these dreamy destinations is right here on Dutch side St. Maarten!   Sonesta Ocean Point Resort made the exclusive list, and it’s no surprise.

Restaurant of the Week: Emilio's

July 3, 2025

Visit St. Maarten / St. Martin Restaurant of the Week: Emilio’s

Discover a one-of-a-kind fusion of history and culinary artistry at Emilio’s, our featured Restaurant of the Week! Set within the storied grounds of the Rockland Estate and Rainforest Adventure Park, Emilio’s delivers a dining experience that seamlessly blends heritage with