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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 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... |
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