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August 1, 2009
THANK YOU FOR YOUR PATRONAGE
After 3.5 years of promoting international and cultural movies
to the island of St. Maarten, Philipsburg Theatres will
be closing its doors this Saturday August 1st. The management
and staff would like to thank all of our patrons for visiting
the theatre. We hope that we have been able to made a difference
in your movie experience. To remember the comfortable times that
you have had with us we would like to give you the opportunity
to buy one or more of our lounge seats. If you are interested,
please send us an email at info@philipsburgtheatres.com.
Best regards, Jasper, Giselle, Shaun & Elliot.
Le Spa Opens Doors to Relaxation at Radisson St Martin Resort
The Radisson St Martin Resort, Marina & Spa today announced
the opening of the much anticipated Le Spa and fitness center,
offering guests a comprehensive spa experience in one of the
islands most picturesque settings.
A premium level spa and fitness
center is a highly desired amenity for discerning travelers,
said Jeff Lesker, the resorts general manager. Le
Spa at Radisson St Martin Resort offers a distinctive experience
from the moment guests step through the door and we are thrilled
to offer this premier facility to our newly awarded AAA Four
Diamond resort. More...
July 17, 2009
Radisson St Martin Resort, Marina
& Spa - 2009 Fall Sale: Get your 3rd night FREE!
The weather may be cooling and the leaves turning up north, but
it's still sunny and warm in St. Martin, making fall one of the
best times to travel to the Caribbean. With our 3rd Night Free
Fall Sale, you too can experience charming French St. Martin
at a price that's just right. Our 18-acre luxury oceanfront property
is located at Anse Marcel, one of the best-preserved and most
secluded coves on the French side of St. Martin. Book now
and receive your 3rd night free. Click
here for details
July 10, 2009
Princess Heights in Sint Maarten invites Facebook users
to become a fan and participate in the opportunity to win
a 2-night stay at one of their spacious deluxe studio suites.
Click
here for more...
The Holland
House Beach Hotel located on Frontstreet
in Philipsburg is offering a 30% discount on all their room rates
including their Summer Special Packages. This offer is valid
for all travel until October 1st, 2009. While you are there make
sure you have dinner at the Ocean Lounge Restaurant and Bar which
features a beautiful hardwood deck overlooking the ocean and
the boardwalk, it could be the delight of your holiday. Click here
to view the Summer Special Packages
or telephone 011.599.542.2572.
June 15, 2009
Pierres
Caraibes, located in Marigot, is celebrating its 10th Anniversary!
Pierres Caraibes specializes
in villa rental vacations on St. Martin and St. Maarten. All
of their villas are of the highest quality with a management
service that is second to none. There is an excellent choice
of properties with over 50 St. Martin villas for rent in either
beachfront or hillside locations the temptation is hard
to resist. Pierres Caraïbes is the exclusive representative
of Christies Great Estates for both French St Martin &
Dutch St. Maarten. To view their selection of villas, visit:
www.pierrescaraibes.com.
June 12, 2009
St. Maarten Hospitality & Trade Association: St.
Maarten's Summer Sale!
Discounts at over 50 resorts, restaurants, casinos, car rentals,
shops, spas and activities. Book your St. Maarten vacation. For
every night you book at a participating resort, you will receive
$50 in on island spending credit plus additional discount on
nightly room rates starting at 20% off. This offer is valid for
bookings and travel between May 1 and October 31, 2009. For more
information go to www.visitstmaarten.com.
Yanick & Vesna at The Bagel House & Beyond
(Tel: 524.5283) have expanded their breakfast, brunch & lunch
menu. It now includes magnificent "homemade yogurts,"
bagels and bagel sandwiches, fresh fruit, salads, omelettes,
pannini, fruit drinks, great coffee and more. Located in Simpson
Bay next to McDonald's. Outdoor seating & WiFi.
Pizza Galley, which serves the best pizza on the Dutch side
of the island, will close July 22 for the summer holiday and
re-open October 15th. By the way, they also serve a wicked Caesar's
Salad which is just incredible!
May 2, 2009
Bobby Valins, the "Villa Lady," is
offering a special "Pay for 5 Nights & Stay 7 Nights"
for open dates in May and June for the following villas: (Click
the villa name to visit the website)
--------------------------- Jubelibra by Roberta Valins. Open June 6-28
--------------------------- Casa
Boco villa studios or main house ore
entire villa May 10-June 14
--------------------------- Grand
Case Cottage by Roberta Valins. May
1-15 and May 26 -June 30
For information, contact Roberta Valins at 718.464.0769
or 800.338.4552. Email: thevillalady@aol.com or visit: www.villalady.com. The Villa Lady offers select properties
on the island of St. Maarten.
St. Maarten Hospitality
& Trade Association: St. Maarten's Summer Sale!
Discounts at over 50 resorts, restaurants, casinos, car rentals,
shops, spas and activities. Book your St. Maarten vacation. For
every night you book at a participating resort, you will receive
$50 in on island spending credit plus additional discount on
nightly room rates starting at 20% off. This offer is valid for
bookings and travel between May 1 and October 31, 2009. For more
information go to www.visitstmaarten.com.
April 26, 2009
5th Anniversary Boardwalk Mas
2009
St. Maarten Tourist Bureau cordially invites the people of St.
Maarten/St. Martin and our visitors to the 5th annual Boardwalk
Mas. An original celebration of our traditional festive culture.
Venue: The Boardwalk, and the Wathey Square on Frontstreet.
Date: Saturday, May 16, 2009. Time: 5pm 10pm. Masqueraders,
marching bands, moko jumbies, pan players, folkloric personalities,
carnival royals on the Boardwalk. Dance, theater, comedy, rapping
and music bands on the Square. For more information about the
5th anniversary Boardwalk Mas, please contact the St. Maarten
Tourist Bureau at 542-2337, apriest@e-stmaarten.com.
We Love Summer Sale - Enjoy: Great Savings
+ Fun + Sun
We invite you to come and play at the Radisson
St Martin at a price that's just right. Rates range from 141.75
for a Superior room to 426.75 for a Deluxe Grand
Suite. Lots of extra added values included. Book
today! The
We Love Summer Sale can be booked through the Radisson
Hotels & Resorts at (800) 333.3333 or on the resort's
web site www.Radisson.com/StmartinSummer or any travel professionals.
April 20, 2009
Jewels
by Love is proud to announce the
arrival of Breguet timepieces as the newest addition to
our family! The legendary house of Breguet has once more
invited us to be their Official Agent on the Island of St. Martin.
We were the original Breguet Agent on the Island before
both our companies went through some changes during restructuring.
Our first shipment from Breguet has just arrived and we
cordially invite you to visit our Marigot store and discover
these marvelous timepieces. We look forward to educating you
about this grand house and its extraordinary creations.
For starters, just know that the venerable house of Breguet
was founded in the year 1775 - 234 years ago! Its founder, Abraham
Louis Breguet, is widely considered the greatest watchmaker
of all time! Among their illustrious clients are some of the
most distinguished names of the last 3 centuries:
Queen Marie-Antoinette (1783), General Bonaparte (1798), Emperor
Napoleon (1806), Empress Josephine (1806), King of Spain (1808),
Queen of Spain (1808), King of Holland (1808), Queen Victoria
(1838),
Arthur Rubinstein (1930), Ettore Bugatti (1931), Sir Winston
Chuchill (1946), King Farouk of Egypt (1950), Duke of Wellington,
Alexander Dumas, George Washington, The list is endless!
April 13, 2009
Special La Samanna Promotion
2009, "Sizzling Summer Special!" Stay four
nights or more at La Samanna during this summer season and receive
a RESORT CREDIT as follows:
- - - - - - - - - - - - - 4 nights stay receive - - - - - - - $ 300
resort credit
- - - - - - - - - - - - - 5 nights stay receive - - - - - - - $ 400
resort credit
- - - - - - - - - - - - - 6 nights stay receive - - - - - - - $ 550
resort credit
- - - - - - - - - - - - - 7 nights or more receive - - - - $750 resort
credit
This promotion cannot be combined
with any other promotions or packages.
o Resort credit amount must be used during the same stay. Any
amount not consumed will be forfeited. No -
- - - - cash back available or applicable.
o Resort credit applies to all La Samanna outlets, such as Spa,
Restaurants, Water Sports, Boutique, Car -
- - - - - Rentals, etc, and cannot
be applied to room rate and tax.
o Promotion available for new reservations made by June 30th,
2009 and for stays through August 31st, 2009, subject to hotel
and promotion availability.
For reservations, please call La Samanna at 800.854.2252.
April 1, 2009
Jewels
by Love is unique in the following ways:
1. All our jewelry is designed in-house
2. All our jewelry is hand-crafted as opposed to manufactured
on an assembly line giving each piece a --------
- - - -one-of-a-kind personality
3. All our jewelry is made in Europe by the finest craftsmen
as opposed to being mass produced cheaply in the - - - -Far East
4. All our jewelry proudly bears our signature
5. All our diamonds are cut and polished in Belgium by master
cutters for maximum brilliance as opposed to being - -cut and polished
for maximum weight in sweat shops in the Far East
6. All our certified diamonds are GIA Certified to guarantee
unbiased and indisputable grades
7. We are Authorized dealers for the World's Finest Watches
8. The Euro/Dollar exchange rate does not affect our pricing
because ALL our prices are in US$ on BOTH sides - -of the island.
Questions? Tel: 011.590.590.87.25.50 or 011.599.542.6808 Email:
jewelsbylove@aol.com or jblsxm@aol.com
Peg Leg Pub
will again be hosting the Islands best and biggest St. Patrick's
Day Party. Corned beef and cabbage "all you can eat"
dinner. Live broadcast from the pub by Island 92... Green
beer, live Irish Music etc., etc. Come one, Come All! Tuesday,
March 17th starting at 11:30 AM til... For reservations, telephone:
011.599.544.5859 or email: peglegpubsxm@aol.com or visit us at www.peglegpub.com.
From pristine beaches to duty-free shopping and world-class dining,
coming to St. Maarten is more than just a trip. After visiting
here once, you'll develop that ache deep in your soul to return
to this island of perfection. Consider buying St
Martin timeshare for sale right
on the beach. When you do start searching for your ideal suite,
buy timeshare
sales through a reseller and save
thousands off the original purchase price.
March 18, 2009
---------------------- A Special
Invitation for Art Lovers
------------ Open House
to tour the Home & Private Studio of
----------------------------
Sir
Roland Richardson
#99 Terres Basses, the Lowlands, first left drive, corner home
on the road to La Samanna with a Periwinkle blue gate and red
mailbox.
------------------------------------------- Saturday, March
21, 2009
-------------------------------------------- Sunday, March
22, 2009
--------------------------------------------- 11am to 6pm
both days
-------------------------------------- RSVP appreciated....
0590-87-32-24
----------------------------------------------------
www.rolandrichardson.com
Please join us anytime throughout this lovely weekend to enjoy
viewing Roland's private collection with rare works from over
40 years ago and his newest "plein air" paintings never
seen before. We look forward to spending a little time
together!
------------------------------ Note: If you
are on island, this is a "not to be missed" opportunity!
March 16, 2009
The new rate schedule is out for next season. Club Orient has
lowered, yes thats right lowered the high season rate by
up to 35 per night from December 26 through March 31. This
means that coupled with your membership card in any of the major
nudist organizations you could end up saving over 18% on the
current published rates. For
details...
March 10, 2009
To the Victors Go the Spoils:
Privateer, Selene and Lazy Dog Headline Long List
of Winners in 29th
St. Maarten Heineken Regatta.
In what will go down as one of the windiest, wildest events
in the storied history of the St. Maarten Heineken Regatta, a
long and worthy list of new champions were crowned today as racing
concluded in the 29th edition of the annual Caribbean competition.
The final tally revealed a host of new winnersincluding
Ronald OHanleys Cookson 50, Privateer, and
Wendy Schmidts Swan 80, Team Seleneas well
as several past St. Maarten Heineken Regatta victors like Sergio
Sagramoso on the Beneteau 44.7, Lazy Dog, and James Dobbs
on the J/122, Lost Horizons.
The 2009 St. Maarten Heineken Regatta
will largely be remembered as the year a solid northeasterly
breeze kicked in on the first day of the three-day event, and
continued in unrelenting style for the duration of the racing.
Due to the severity of the windswhich peaked out at nearly
40-knots on Day 1 of the regattaand the massive, confused
seaway that soon accompanied them, race officials decided to
forgo the usual Saturday and Sunday racing schedule that in past
years took the fleet in and out of the exposed French-side port
of Marigot. More...
Peg Leg Pub
will again be hosting the Islands best and biggest St. Patrick's
Day Party. Corned beef and cabbage "all you can eat"
dinner. Live broadcast from the pub by Island 92... Green
beer, live Irish Music etc., etc. Come one, Come All! Tuesday,
March 17th starting at 11:30 AM til... For reservations, telephone:
011.599.544.5859 or email: peglegpubsxm@aol.com or visit us at www.peglegpub.com.
February 27, 2009
Things are hotting up for
the 29th St.Maarten Heineken Regatta which is on from
March 6th - 8th. This year was threatening to be a quiet Regatta
with fewer boats registered, but now as we inch closer to the
big event, this has proven to be no such thing.... already over
220 boats are registered, and regatta fever is building. The
regatta merchandise is the hottest clothing collection on the
island. Gear for guys and girls, sailors and non-sailors is available
at all Shipwreck
Shops on the island but more fun
than that, drop by the GEAR tent at all the parties. Dont miss
St.Maarten's most exciting event, www.heinekenregattagear.com.
February 23, 2009
On Tuesday 3rd March, the first Budget Marine Match Racing
Cup will take place on the Simpson Bay Lagoon . This event
is part of the Heineken Regatta but is a totally different form
of sailing competition. Match Racing relates to Fleet Racing
(normal races ) like boxing relates to marathon running. The
races are very short involve penalties and dramatic action and
are very spectator friendly. (The most famous match racing event
is the Americas Cup) The winner gets a $5,000 cash prize and
the second place $3,000 and third place $1,000. The majority
of sailors will be professionals and all experienced in the various
match racing tours. The favourite is likely to be Peter Holmberg,
the Virgin Islander and Olympic medalist, who was a skipper on
the winning Allinghi team in the last Americas Cup.
The event will take place throughout
the day but the finals are likely to be around 4 pm. The racing
will be off the Juliana Airport runway inside the lagoon and
spectators are invited to come with dinghies to watch. Some spectator
boat accommodation will be available and ferries will go from
the Sint Maarten Yacht Club. This is the first time a match racing
event has been connected to a major Caribbean Regatta and is
typical of the Heineken Regattas drive to continue innovating.
For additional information, please visit www.heinekenregatta.com.
February 16, 2009
Legendary Reggae Band The Wailers
to Headline The 29th Annual St. Maarten Heineken Regatta March
5-8, 2009 The legendary Wailers,
who are the greatest exponents of reggae music in the world,
are now confirmed to headline the 29th St. Maarten Heineken Regatta
on Sunday, March 8, 2009 as part of the Serious Fun celebrations.
The band, recognized worldwide as the only group still capable
of delivering Bob Marleys message of peace, love and equality
will be performing on Kim Sha Beach to close out the Caribbeans
largest regatta. For additional information, please visit www.heinekenregatta.com.
Garfield One
and Too -
Are proudly once again the Official Chase Boat and Spectator
boats of TEAM GOLDENDOG! Join us as we watch the start
and finish of exciting classes of the 2009 Heineken Regatta
on March 6-8th and in doing so, support Team Goldendog
in their effort to help abused homeless animals on St. Maarten
and Golden Retrievers in the States find their "Forever
Homes" and raise awareness of the plight of homeless, needy
and abused animals. Our net proceeds go to Team Goldendog to
support their fine efforts. Read more about the charity at: www.teamgoldendog.org.
Last year, Team Goldendog raised several thousand dollars for
St. Maarten Animal Welfare. Garfield One and Too are 27ft
and 31ft powerboats, fast and comfortable with plenty of shade.
Bring bathing suits, towels, suntan lotion and cameras. For more
information e-mail: reservations@garfieldfuncat.com or call Bruce at: 011.599.554.1162. Click here
to view the
brochure. Space is limited so book
early to avoid disappointment.
February 10, 2009
Special La Samanna Promotion
2009, "Warmer Winter at La Samanna!" Stay four
nights or more at La Samanna during this winter season and receive
a RESORT CREDIT as follows:
- - - - - - - - - - - - - 4 nights stay receive - - - - - - - $ 500
resort credit
- - - - - - - - - - - - - 5 nights stay receive - - - - - - - $ 700
resort credit
- - - - - - - - - - - - - 6 nights stay receive - - - - - - - $ 900
resort credit
- - - - - - - - - - - - - 7 nights or more receive - - - - $1100 resort
credit
This promotion cannot be combined
with any other promotions or packages.
o Resort credit amount must be used during the same stay. Any
amount not consumed will be forfeited. No -
- - - - cash back available or applicable.
o Resort credit applies to all La Samanna outlets, such as Spa,
Restaurants, Water Sports, Boutique, Car -
- - - - - Rentals, etc, and cannot
be applied to room rate and tax.
o Promotion available for new reservations made between February
10th and March 20th, 2009 and for stays up - to March 31st, 2009, subject to hotel and promotion
availability.
For reservations, please call La Samanna at 800.854.2252.
February 1, 2009
At Jewels
by Love, the Euro/Dollar exchange
rate does not affect our pricing because ALL our prices are in
US$ on BOTH sides of the island. The cost of ALL our watches,
diamonds and jewelry is the same on BOTH, French and Dutch sides.
All Jewels by Love jewels and watches are sold at the SAME $
PRICE Duty-Free and Tax Free on both sides of the island. Please
click here to email your questions.
December 23, 2008
The new Simpson Bay Fish
Market is now open and includes eight restaurants and stalls
with arts and crafts. The restaurants and vendors have become
fully operational. The restaurants serve fabulous homecooked
local food in a breezy, scenic setting on the lagoon side. Eat
at their tables and chairs, or take your meal home with you.
Of course, there is always the catch of the day to buy at the
fish market. It's a lovely facility, but get there early, before
they sell out! I wish you all a wonderful holiday, and that you
may all look forward to much happiness, and good health in the
new year. Happy Holidays to Everyone! Suzi - Arts and Crafts
at Simpson Bay Market
December 15, 2008
The Marquis Hotel
Resort & Spa is a four-star hotel perched on the
top of a hill overlooking "Anse Marcel" cove. This
unique and favored site offers you an unequaled view on the blue
sea as well as access to a pristine sandy beach. The Marquis
has a NEW January Promotion for
2009 which includes the
5th and 7th nights Free during your stay from January 5th to
January 25th, 2009. For additional details, visit their web site
at www.hotel-marquis.com.
December 12, 2008
During our trip last month,
Barbara and I were having dinner at Peg Leg Pub and Steakhouse
which is now located at the Port de Plaisance Resort and Casino
when Jack Parker, the owner, came up to us and handed me a piece
of paper. With a smile, he said, "This may interest you!"
It was a review posted on www.DineSxm.com by a patron who had eaten in the restaurant
the week before. I read it, liked it, and have decided to post
it below.
Marty from Boston wrote:
Food: 5 - Service: 5 - Decor / Ambiance: 5 - Value: 5 - Recommended:
5
Proof that a restaurant can exceed expectations!!!
"How sad it would be if there ever was a cookoff for
the best steak house on St. Maarten... no other restaurant could
possibly be able to compete with Peg Leg Pub's incredible steaks.
Not only were the staff friendly, happy & helpful, the Island
Drifters duo were the proverbial icing on the cake for entertainment
while you dined. The steaks were all cooked to absolute perfection
far exceeding what we had hoped for as four of the party of six
were making their 1st but not last stop here. Do not make the
mistake of putting off having a fantastic dinner... you won't
be disappointed."
For reservations, telephone: 011.599.544.5859 or email:
peglegpubsxm@aol.com.
December 9, 2008
Radissons newest Caribbean
resort "Now Open" on the French side of St Martin announces
a Winter Warm-Up Sale as part of its inaugural 2009 season.
Guests at the Radisson St Martin Resort, Marina & Spa
save up to 36 percent for bookings made by February 28, 2009.
The Winter Warm-Up Sale prices start from 247 (approximately
$310 USD*); spacious suites begin at 338 (approximately
$428 USD*) per night. As an added value, complimentary breakfast
is included daily at Le Marchè. The sale is valid for
stays from January 4 - April 18, 2009.
The Radisson St Martin Resort team looks forward to rewarding
our first guests with both a memorable experience and inaugural
season savings, states Jeff Lesker, general manager of
Radisson St Martin Resort.
The
Winter Warm-Up Sale can be booked through (800) 333.3333,
the resort's web site www.radisson.com/stmartin or through any travel professional.
November 4, 2008
Temptation event raises $3,000
for University of St. Martin
Cupecoy, St. Maarten - Oct.
8, 2008 - A fund-raising event generated $3,000 in donations
that will benefit the Bachelor's in Tourism and Hospitality Program
at the University of St. Martin. The dinner, Sept. 30 at Temptation,
featured selections prepared by Chef Dino Jagtiani, who
will be serving some of those dishes at the renowned James
Beard House in New York City on Oct. 17. "I really appreciate
the support of everyone who attended the dinner and supported
the university's hospitality program," said Jagtiani. "It
was an honor to share some special new creations with our patrons,
and their generous donations made a great night even better."
Read
more...
October 21, 2008
The 4th Annual Golden
Rock Regatta gets underway from Simpson Bay, St. Maarten
on November 10th. Race segments include St. Maarten to St. Barths,
St. Barths to St. Kitts, St. Kitts to St. Eustatius and a return
race from St. Eustatius to Oyster Pond, St. Maarten on November
14th for the awarding of prizes and partying at Captain Oliver's
Restaurant. Numerous teams from the Netherlands, the USA and
Canada are flying in and will compete on bareboats and sunfast
37s. Nustar/Statia Terminal, the largest employer on Statia,
is sponsoring this year's regatta. For information, contact Bea
at 011.599.554.8715 or email: bea@goldenrockregatta.com or visit the website at: www.goldenrockregatta.com.
July 25, 2008
Random Wind is offering the same trip as last year to locals
to Anguilla for August Monday. Be our guest, no charges and God
willing this year, no problems! We will take up to 22 people
over to Anguilla to enjoy the festivities. To participate, call
Diane at 011.599.557.5742.
September is "turn back the clock" month. The
entire month, Club
Orient will be honoring its old
3 for 2 special. This is on all bookings except the Villa, subject
to availability for bookings of any length, September 1 through
September 30th. September 15th will be our first 'full moon party',
including a beach cookout, and steel band. The Party will have
a 70s theme to honor when the club was founded!
From pristine beaches to duty-free shopping and world-class dining,
coming to St. Maarten is more than just a trip. After visiting
here once, you'll develop that ache deep in your soul to return
to this island of perfection. Consider buying St
Martin timeshare for sale right
on the beach. When you do start searching for your ideal suite,
buy timeshare
sales through a reseller and save
thousands off the original purchase price.
June 23, 2008
Summer Fun Sale! Here's something
special to make your Dollars and Euros go farther this year!
The Summer Fun special is back! Enjoy summer even more when you
can save 30% off nightly rates at Divi Little Bay Beach
Resort in St. Maarten! Hurry!
Book now till June 30th! Travel
now thru September 1, 2008.
The
highly anticipated Radisson St. Martin Resort, Marina &
Spa has launched an Introductory Special to celebrate
its grand opening. Guests reserving a stay at the resort will
receive the fourth night free in addition to complimentary breakfast
daily. With this discount applied to a four night stay, average
rates begin at 142 Euros (approximately $225 USD) per night.
The Introductory Special can be booked through
Radisson Hotels & Resorts at (800) 333.3333 or on
the resort's web site www.radisson.com/stmartinintro or through any travel professional.
June 16, 2008
Peg Leg Pub has moved to a great
location on the terrace at Princess Casino in the Port de
Plaisance Resort. Jack Parker's new place is a big improvement
with lots and lots of parking (something you couldn't find in
Simpson Bay) and lots of table space. Excellent food, reasonable
prices and the T-bone steak is bigger and better than ever. Entertainment
nightly with a good crowd of tourists and island folks enjoying
themselves.
Special Dining Events: Gastronomic Week Act II, June 18th to June
22nd, 2008. Experience the magic of La Samanna Restaurant
one of the most exclusive destinations in the world. Join us
for our gastronomic week and discover the cuisine from five of
our best known Orient-Express chefs. Five nights, five Chefs,
five wineries, five good reasons to stay with us and share a
unique culinary week. Click
here for complete details.
June 9, 2008
On June 21st and 22nd, the
best of the best in Caribbean racing will come together in St.Maarten
to compete against each other for the 7th annual North Sails
Caribbean Keelboat Championships. This event brings together
some of the regions best sailors and gives them a level
playing field to truly test their skills. They will be racing
in a one-design fleet of identical Sun Fast 20 boats owned by
Lagoon Sailboat Rentals. For more information visit www.tropicalsailloft.com
or contact Cary Byerley at director@bigboatseries.com or by calling 588-2474
April 28, 2008
It
is with deep regret that I announce the closing of Le Saint
Germain Restaurant located on the promenade in the Marina
Port La Royale in Marigot. For many years, this lovely restaurant/bistro
was a favorite of mine and Barbara's where we enjoyed many lunches
and dinners. We along with many others will miss it.
If you have never been to Carnival and can't make it now, plan
on being here next year. St. Maarten Carnival 2008 began
on Thursday, April 17th and will end on Saturday, May 3rd with
the Closing Jump-Up at 8PM followed by the burning of King MoMo
at midnight. This years theme is, "Let's Make It Great!"
Click
here to visit the web site.
California
Restaurant in Grand Case would
like us to remind you that they are offering 1Euro = 1Dollar
(an even exchange) for payment in cash for lunch or dinner. They
also have a new collection of very interesting articles in their
shop, "Zen Attitude" which is located at the entrance
to the restaurant.
April 19, 2008
When
visiting beautiful St. Maarten, we invite you to visit Kay's
Fine Jewelry
to experience "Luxury with a Family Touch." Family-owned
and operated since 1988. On April 17th, we re-opened our newly
modern showroom/store after being closed for eight and one-half
months for remodelling. We succeed by providing our customers
with the highest quality jewelry at unbeatable prices.
April 4, 2008
Dolphin Harmony! The harmony within someone's heart. The harmony
among family, relatives, friends, colleagues and societies. Discover
the harmony between us the human beings and nature. Discover
Dolphin Casino. Click
here for more
March 30, 2008
Note For Shoppers: At Jewels
by Love, the Euro/Dollar exchange
rate does not affect our pricing because ALL our prices are in
US$ on BOTH sides of the island. The cost of ALL our watches,
diamonds and jewelry is the same on BOTH, French and Dutch sides.
All Jewels by Love jewels and watches are sold at the SAME $
PRICE Duty-Free and Tax Free on both sides of the island.
The Cliff at Cupecoy
Beach is a great choice for your
dream vacation. The Vacation Rental Program includes a Romantic
Weekend Getaway 4 Night Stay in a one bedroom suite with spectacular
ocean and island views. Please
click here to
view our seasonal rates, special packages and additional information
or call 866.978.5839.
March 25, 2008
Marquis Hotel Resort &
Spa in Anse Marcel has several
Special Offers for 2008 including a Free Car during your
stay, Free Night's Accommodations and Room Discounts. For details,
please click on the following address to view these enticing
specials: www.hotel-marquis.com/pdf/special_mai_2008_us.pdf.
March 13, 2008
With years of experience
in food service and catering, the directors of St. Maarten Food &
Beverage Catering Services
specialize in weddings, bridal showers, rehearsal dinners, bachelor
and bachelorette parties, theme parties, private parties, corporate
events, BBQs and baby showers. We will handle all aspects of
your event including setup to breakdown, rentals, flowers, cake
and design. So whatever you are planning, let us make it
a memorable and perfect event. Call us at: 011.599.523.3564
or email: sales@stmaartencatering.com.
Tamara from Ric's Place would like to thank those who helped
with the safe return of her beloved dog Dutchess who was missing
for 13 days in January. She is sponsoring the Four-Legged
Friends Fundraiser, Saturday, March 15, 2-5pm, to help raise
money for helping the animals on the island! Proceeds from the
fundraiser will benefit the "I Love My Island Dog Association"
and "Les Quatre Pattes/PAWS Association." You
can email your donation to Tamara at: ricsplace@caribserve.net. Please click
here for the brochure.
February 25, 2008
L'Esplanade Hotel in Grand Case has just added a 2 bedroom villa
to its inventory. It is on the hill, just above the hotel. You
can find more info about it at: www.lesplanade.com/web/the_villa.php. When you rent it, you really have the best
of both worlds... the privacy of your own villa plus the amenities
of a hotel.
February 18, 2008
Just a reminder to you folks heading south. The 28th Heineken
Regatta (2008) is less that two weeks away. Scheduled for
March 7th, 8th & 9th. This is reason enough to purchase a
last minute airline ticket for St. Maarten; but, if you are like
many of us who can't make it, you can view the action at: www.heinekenregatta.com.
February 4, 2008
La Samanna introduces The Evening of the Chefs Act
4, February 20, 2008, which features Chefs Hervé &
Michael (Le Ti Provencal) and Daniel (La Samanna). Join these
three renowned Chefs for a unique tasting menu complimented by
the wine from Jordan Winery. Price per person $200 (set menu,
water and wine included). Cocktails start at 7:30 pm followed
by dinner at 8 pm (one seating). For reservations, contact La
Samanna at 011.590.590.87.64.00 email: t.asso@lasamanna.com. Coming soon: Gastronomic Week Act II,
June 2008.
January 21, 2008
Divi Little Bay Beach Resort
- Winter/Spring Special!
Reserve 3 nights or more by
February 29th and save 30% off nightly room rates! Travel anytime
thru June 30, 2008. Click
here to book online!
January 14, 2008
Sonesta Great Bay Beach Resort
& Casino offers the recipe
for love this season with its new Romance at Great Bay Package.
The three nights in an Ocean View accommodation Romance Package
is available from Jan. 5 through April 14, 2008 at $930 for double
occupancy. For details, call 1.800.223.0757 or visit www.sonesta.com/greatbay.
In November, Gault Millau Guides officially presented
recognitions for the Best Hotel on the Dutch side to Oyster Bay Beach Resort and Best Hotel on the French side and Hotel
of the Year to La
Samanna. Thibaut Asso, the
Assistant Food & Beverage Director, of La Samanna received
recognition as the Sommelier of the Year.
December 17, 2007
A Note for Shoppers: Jewels
by Love, a leading jewelry store,
with stores in both Marigot and Philipsburg.
The Euro and Dollar exchange rate does not affect pricing at
Jewels by Love because of these facts:
* ALL our prices are in US$ on BOTH sides of the Island;
* Our cost on ALL our watches, diamonds and jewelry is the same
on BOTH French and Dutch sides; and,
* We therefore sell everything at the SAME PRICE Duty Free and
Tax Free on both sides of the island.
December 13, 2007
On December 17th, La
Cave de Marigot will open a new
6,000 sq ft location in Hope Estates across from the Grand Case
Airport. Come and enjoy an excellent selection of wine by the
glass with the finest cold cuts, french cheese, Caviar, Smoked
Salmon & Foie gras, in an authentic wine cellar atmosphere.
Open Mon/Sat 9am-7pm.
In Marigot, here's some closings of note. Chopard and
Little Switzerland (Jewelery stores) have closed and Carat
is in the process of liquidating. In the waterfront square, Largo
Restaurant, Lounge and Café has closed and a new restaurant,
O Solo Mio, has opened in the square next to La Vie
en Rose which has been there for 25 years.
December 7, 2007
The St. Maarten Hospitality
& Trade Association is sponsoring
an auction for a six (6) night stay
at Oyster Bay Beach Resort plus a $75 Gift Certificate at AMA
Jewelers. Click here to place your bid.
The auction closes December 28, 2007. Good luck!!
November 5, 2007
Divi Little Bay Beach Resort
- Fall Sale!
Book 3 nights or more and save 40% off nightly rates when you
travel anytime from now till December 22nd!
Click here to book online: Divi
Little Bay Beach Resort - Save 40%
The 3rd Golden
Rock Regatta (Nov. 10 - 16, 2007)
will depart Great Bay, St. Maarten heading for St. Barths. Again,
we expect to double the previous years numbers and we are pleased
to report...
Sadly, Ristorante Laguna has also been sold and will no
longer exist. No word on the new owners and what they plan to
do with the property; but, it will not be a restaurant. We have
had many happy memories there.
MYBA St.
Maarten Charter Show (Dec. 2 - 7, 2007). The Yachting Industry on St. Maarten has grown
so much in the last 10 years that St. Maarten is well on the
way to becoming the yachting capital of the Caribbean...
October 29, 2007
Le Saint
Germain Restaurant, Marina Port la Royale, Marigot, telephone 590.590.87.92.87,
is offering an "Early Bird Special" of a 25%
reduction on all food orders made between 5.30pm and 7.00pm.
Fun Bistro Atmosphere - Family Oriented - French and American
Cuisine!
The St. Maarten Heineken Regatta's new web site is now
officially open for anyone interested in the event. Those interested
in participating can now visit the new and improved site and
access the entry form as well as the Notice of Race which is
planned for March 6 to 9, 2008. Visit them at www.heinekenregatta.com.
A long established St. Martin Parisian
brasserie/French cuisine restaurant with an excellent reputation
is available For Purchase or Investment of 10% or more
ownership. For details, email: info@stmaarten.org.
October 22, 2007
The Cliff at Cupecoy
Beach is a great choice for your
dream vacation. The Vacation Rental Program includes a Romantic
Weekend Getaway 4 Night Stay in a one bedroom suite with
spectacular ocean views and...
The
Hideaway Bar & Restaurant at
La Vista Beach Resort has reopened again for breakfast,
lunch and dinner after its annual vacation? Come join us, the
menu is tasty, the view is great and the ambiance is enjoyable!
Radisson Resorts has launched the Web site www.radissonmarinastmartin.com to showcase the brand's first marina operation.
The site contains comprehensive information for boaters, a guide
to the area known as the
October 15, 2007
Marquis Hotel Resort & Spa
is offering a Fall
Special Promotion of 25% Discount
on all rooms and suites for a two night minimum stay and includes
a car rental plus much more valid through December 19th, 2007...
La Samanna has received the Best Award of Excellence
2007 from Wine Spectator magazine. Is it any wonder
with a wine collection of 1,200 labels and 20,000 bottles? Could
the Grand Award be in its 2008 future?
JetBlue Airways has announced that it will begin daily non-stop
service to St. Maarten on January 17, 2008. Fares are as low
as $318 Round Trip. To search for availability for your dates
of travel visit the web site.
Marci's
Mega Gym is celebrating its 10th
Anniversary this Saturday, October 20th, at Soggy Dollar
in Simpson Bay. The party starts at 8pm until... and everyone
is invited. So, come early and stay late!
October 8, 2007
Divi Little Bay Beach Resort
- Fall Sale!
Book 3 nights or more and save 40% off nightly rates when you
travel anytime from now till December 22nd!
Click here to book online: Divi
Little Bay Beach Resort - Save 40%
In two months, the 3rd Golden
Rock Regatta (Nov. 10 - 16, 2007)
will depart Great Bay, St. Maarten heading for St. Barths. Again,
we expect to double the previous years numbers and we are pleased
to report...
MYBA St.
Maarten Charter Show (Dec. 2 - 7, 2007). The Yachting Industry on St. Maarten has grown
so much in the last 10 years that St. Maarten is well on the
way to becoming the yachting capital of the Caribbean...
October 4, 2007
Meet Roland
Richardson at the Art off The Main, African, Caribbean & Latin American
Art Fair, October 4-7, the Puck Building, 295 Lafayette St,
New York City - call 212.473.8649. You're invited!
September 24, 2007
Fathoms Tavern - While you can still enjoy your favorites
from our popular menu, from Mid October we will be adding a variety
of exciting dishes which include KEBABS from around the World!
See you there!
The Cliff
at Cupecoy Beach is a great choice
for your dream vacation. The Vacation Rental Program includes
a Romantic Weekend Getaway 4 Night Stay in a one bedroom
suite with spectacular ocean views and...
September 19, 2007
Philipsburg
Theatres: tomorrow's movies include
Morlang. Based on a true story, Morlang is a chilling,
psychological drama about jealousy, betrayal and revenge. Tonight's
feature is Alfred Hitchcock's: The 39 Steps.
September 15, 2008
St. Maarten Summer
& Fall Promotion
The St. Maarten Hospitality and Trade Association is running
a Special until December 15, 2008. Come to St. Maarten and
be rewarded with free nights and on-island credit: For every
5 Night stay booked, you will receive your 5th Night free plus
$50 in on-island credit! Extend your stay to 7 nights and get
5th and 7th Night free plus $100 in on-island credit! Use your
on-island credit (St. Maarten Bucks) to dine around and experience
why St. Maarten is called the Culinary Capital of the Caribbean.
Please click here for details: www.visitsxm.com/accommodations/specials.cfm.
"Come in to see us in our Town or
Cruise Terminal location and mention this ad. We will
give you a 1 ct FREE gemstone. (no purchase necessary).
Have your loose stone mounted and Kay's will upgrade it to a
5 ct gemstone at no cost!" - limit: one per family"
Kay's Fine
Jewelry, 65-A Front St., Philipsburg
or #7 Harbor Point Village, at the Cruise Ship Terminal, St.
Maarten, Telephone: 011.599.543.0356 or 011.599.542.7246.
Marquis Hotel Resort & Spa in Anse Marcel has
several Special
Offers for 2008 including a Free
Car during your stay, Free Night's Accommodations and Room Discounts.
In addition, Marquis is offering discounted rates during both
the High and Low Season for their 2008/2009
Packages including the Spa Package,
the Romance Package and the "Discovery Gourmet" Package.
Please click on the links then email: info@hotel-marquis.com.
September 10, 2007
Discover La
Samanna's Gastronomic Week Act II
in June 2008. Enjoy an unforgettable dining experience savoring
the creative selections of five Orient-Express Hotels' world-class
chefs with great culinary reputations.
Bringing your children to St. Maarten/St. Martin for vacation?
Then contact the Caribbean
Kids Club to entertain your children
with a variety of enriching activities to enhance their family
vacation.
September 5, 2007
This week's movies at the
Philipsburg
Theatres include Witnesses,
a cleverly told murder mystery...
The Hideaway
Bar & Restaurant at La Vista
Resort features entertainment by Les Hodge, Thursdays and
Saturdays during October. Join us for easy listening music, dancing
and your favorite songs...
Pierres Caraibes
Real Estate Sales & Villa Rentals,
established in St. Martin in 1998, is offering the deluxe three
bedroom Villa Callisto for rent. This property
is located on the hillside in the Terres Basses region...
In two months, the 3rd Golden
Rock Regatta (Nov. 10 - 16, 2007)
will depart Great Bay, St. Maarten heading for St. Barths. Again,
we expect to double the previous years numbers and we are pleased
to report...
La
Petite Auberge des Iles that wonderful
little restaurant on the promenade at the Marina Royale in Marigot
closed Sept. 4th and will reopen on Oct. 25th. Bruno & Françoise
are off to South America for vacation...
MYBA St.
Maarten Charter Show (Dec. 2 - 7, 2007). The Yachting Industry on St. Maarten has grown
so much in the last 10 years that St. Maarten is well on the
way to becoming the yachting capital of the Caribbean...
August 18, 2008
Divi Resorts today announced the hiring of Kyle Dudley
as general manager for its Little Bay, St. Maarten property.
Dudley comes from Ontario, Canada where he most recently served
as general manager of the Walper Terrace hotel in Kitchener.
Dudleys previous experience includes managing sales, reservations,
conference services and revenue for Delta Whistler Resort
in British Columbia, and as director of sales and marketing for
Delta and Marriott hotels in Ontario and British Columbia.
He has nearly 15 years in the hospitality industry. For more
information on Divi Resorts call 1.800.367.3484 or visit www.diviresorts.com.
August 12, 2008
Labor Day at La
Samanna - August 29th to September
1st 2008. This year, take advantage of this unique opportunity
and spend your Labor Day holiday weekend at La Samanna. While
traditionally closed for this period, this year our hotel will
remain open over Labor Day weekend, and is offering a unique
Labor Day package for those that don't want to work at all! Work
instead on your suntan and finish off your summer with class
and style at La Samanna.
A three night Labor Day weekend package starts at $995.00 (subject
to 5% government tax) in an Ocean View room, including breakfast
buffet, welcome bottle of champagne and a car rental for the
day (tax, gas and insurance not included). Enjoy spacious One
Bedroom Suite accommodations for just $100.00 more per night.
This unique opportunity will not repeat itself in many years.
Please call 800.854.2252 for reservations and offer information.
La Vista Resort, an enchanting small resort, nestled at the
foot of the Pelican Key Estates area of St. Maarten, is styled
in a tasteful combination of traditional Antillean charm and
European flavor. Today, La Vista is offering a 50% Off Clearance
Sale On Timeshare Weeks, April to Mid December (weeks 14-50),
starting at $1,950. "Timesharing Done Right!" Contact
Piet, Nanda or "Caribbean Al" at 011.599.544.3005 or
email: vacation@lavistaresort.com.
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