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.

Pretty view from Wathey Square in Philipsburg, St Maarten.

July 25, 2024

Travel and Leisure: St. Maarten Ranks Amongst Top 25 Caribbean Islands

St. Maarten / St. Martin ranks amongst the top 25 best islands in the Caribbean region. That was concluded by Travel and Leisure in their 2025 World’s Best Awards contest on best islands in the Caribbean, Bermuda and the Bahamas.

Turtle at Dawn Beach near Dawn Beach Club

July 24, 2024

“A unique and vibrant culture” – Resident.com explores St. Maarten

In a great article highlighting St. Maarten’s diversity in cultures, resident.com took a taste out of culinary capital of the Caribbean St. Maarten. With a focus on roadside Lolo’s for food,  underwater adventures with Aqua Mania and learning all there is about

SXM Festival Pictured in Saint Martin, Caribbean

July 23, 2024

Island Rhythms

A guide to St. Maarten/St. Martin’s musical standouts.   The Caribbean region is synonymous with music, and St. Maarten/St. Martin is no exception. From cars driving past blasting the latest soca hits to reggae and dancehall on boom boxes at

view of bench near Philipsburg and its cruise port from Fort Amsterdam.

July 22, 2024

Best Lookout Points for Panoramas of St. Maarten / St. Martin

The fact that the island of St. Maarten / St. Martin rises steeply out of the sea, allows for some great island views from its hills. In random order, see our tips for some great locations for selfies, blog and panoramic

July 22, 2024

Island Finds

With everything from designer jewelry and timepieces to chic fashions and locally made crafts, St. Maarten/St. Martin is a shopper’s haven. Attention shoppers: Bring an extra suitcase when vacationing in St. Maarten/St. Martin. Prices are low, and quality is high.