Part of St. Maarten's cosmopolitan lifestyle is a 'live and let live' attitude, with freedom and tolerance not to be found on any other Caribbean island. Those, who are searching for 'Grown up'...
The Red Piano is among the most famous bars on St. Maarten, situated in the center of the Pelican Key in between the Simpson Bay Resort and Flamingo Resort and right behind the Hollywood Casino....
Lotus is the island's leading dance and nightclub and has become St. Maarten's party central. Since the club opened its doors in the Simpson Bay area, the heartbeat of the island's nightlife is now...
At cocktail time , the island's power brokers, vacationers, and visiting business people mingle at the Ocean Lounge . Some enjoy their drinks right at the bar; others prefer the comfortable outdoor...
The Platinum Room is St. Maarten's elegant answer to adult entertainment. The club is located in Maho Village, which is considered to be the island's premium nightspot with many restaurants, bars,...
The Dutch side of the island Sint Maarten is leading the strong real estate market. Around the coast, new luxury developments are being constructed. There are new gated communities with waterfront...
Known for years as the Caribbean's most exciting vacation destination, the island has now been discovered by upscale real estate buyers and is fast developing into one of the world's most...
Close geographical proximity of several world-renowned offshore centers allows it to structure an offshore investment solution without much traveling and cost. Representatives of Anguillian law...
Investors not living and working on the island will find it a bit more difficult to get local bank financing. Most property is sold for cash, but owner financing is frequently available as well....
French St Martin covers the northern two thirds of the island. Governed from the much larger island of Guadeloupe, St Martin is a fully European territory and follows the same standards and laws as...
Cooking is her passion. Sherlyn Montclair turned her life-long love for the flavors of Caribbean cuisine into a career. Years ago, she started a catering service, delivering meals all over the...
It is a bit hidden , and this is why the name describes this restaurant pretty well. The Hideaway Restaurant is part of the cozy La Vista Resort, right at the beginning of the Pelican neighborhood...
Alina Sushi & Sake Bar , formerly located in Simpson Bay, just opened its new location in Maho. Chef and owner Ken Lin landed in St. Maarten by way of Anguilla, and has made a name for himself on...
The village of Grand Case presents itself as the culinary capital of the Caribbean. It takes hard work for the countless restaurants to return to pre-Irma glory. But by now, life has returned, and...
Sale e Pepe - A family restaurant worthy of the name: There is a bit of an Italian community in the Simpson Bay area and the beating heart of it is Sale e Pepe, a waterfront restaurant with outdoor...
It's where you can pick up a rotisserie chicken on your way home from work, have it delivered from our kitchen to yours in minutes, or kick back with friends and family in the restaurant to...
A massive craving for Sushi just hit you? Rush over to Ginger Sushi and Grill as long as seats are available. You will find expertly prepared Sushi in a cozy environment - this is what Ginger Sushi...
Way back , Buccaneers were not nice people. Lucky us that the age of seafaring pirates is over in this part of the world. And that Buccaneer Beach Bar is a friendly and safe place to hang out. Just...
The Rendez-Vous Lounge has become the location of choice for breakfast, lunch or dinner on St. Maarten's Western coast. Residents and visitors alike flock to this casual-elegant open-terrace cafe...
Top Carrot is an iconic vegetarian-friendly restaurant slash coffee shop focusing on healthy and very tasty breakfast and lunch dishes. Top Carrot is an iconic vegetarian-friendly restaurant slash...
Enjoy the gentle Caribbean evening breeze on the open terrace of Isola Ristorante Italiano while dining on authentic Italian cuisine. Or take a seat in the air-conditioned main dining room. Adjacent...
For decades, Lagoonies Bistro and Bar has been the preferred hang-out and watering hole of the sailing community. Located right on the shore of Simpson Bay Lagoon at Lagoon Marina, it is a tiny bit...
Open daily (except Tuesdays) for lunch and dinner, non-stop from 11 AM; Pineapple Pete is located only minutes from major hotels and 8 min from Marigot. Voted best on the island of Sint Maarten for...
Vesna Taverna is one of the firmly established eateries right in the center of Simpson Bay. It started out many years ago as 'The Bagel House' and quickly became the choice spot for island residents...
Maho Village is the entertainment and shopping district close to St. Maarten's international airport. The Maho Shopping Plaza is home to Island Treasures Jewelers, trusted by many repeat visitors to...
If you are looking for a memorable souvenir from your trip to St. Maarten, look no further than Ballerina Jewelers. Started by brothers Peter, James, and Mike Mirpuri alongside their father Sam...
"Take home our jewelry, have it appraised, then pay us." That's right! St. Maarten's leading jeweler Shiva's Gold + Gems is THAT confident of the unsurpassed quality and value of their jewelry. They...
Grand Jewelers has excellent choices of Geneve, Movado, Raymond Weil, Citizen, and Seiko watches. They guarantee that they will offer you the best prices possible. Right in the most accessible...
Walking through the doors of Majesty Jewelers of Sint Maarten is more than just looking at jewelry and timepieces stored inside their showcases: this Front Street jeweler has a story behind what...
Welcome to DK Gems International, one of the most popular Sint Maarten jewelry stores. The family-owned and operated store has recently joined St-Maarten.com. For over two decades, DK Gems...
Fine attention to detail, first-rate service, and exceptional value are qualities that have set Oro Diamanté apart for over two decades. They specialize in loose diamonds and diamond jewelry, and...
A good reputation is the greatest of all assets for a business – and reputations travel the world. One modern way this manifests itself is user recommendations on TripAdvisor – and Joe’s Jewelry on...
JN Jewelers has served St Maarten residents and visitors since 1987. The store recently moved from its Philipsburg-Front Street location to the Maho Shopping Plaza. JN Jewelers at the Maho Shopping...
The Art Box Gallery recently celebrated the grand opening of their new Cole Bay location on Welfare Road across from the Simpson Bay Yacht Club. Owner Zdenka Kiric is a long time island resident and...
"Jewels by Love - A Family Tradition" You will find the most valuable timepieces, backed by generations of experience and passion for horology here. With roots dating back to the 1800s, the present...
There is an alternative to the hectic shopping environment of St. Maarten's capital, Philipsburg. While hunting for jewelry bargains on fabulous Front Street can be exciting, for many, it appears...
Out in the wilds of Terres Basses on a rambling property, the temptation is to sit and marvel at nature - but that’s just me, a journalist visiting from the hustle and bustle of Simpson Bay. The...
Give Jewels and Beyond a try for your jewelry-shopping desires. You will find out that this long-established store at the Maho Shopping Plaza has a great selection of high-end jewelry, affordable...
Watching jetliners in their final approach over Maho Beach to Princess Juliana International Airport is a popular activity for vacationers coming to St. Maarten. However, many cruise-ship visitors...
Why 'I love SXM' Is the Only True Beach Bar in Philipsburg, Sint Maarten: This beach bar and restaurant is located right on the beach, no boardwalk separating guests from the Caribbean Sea. Walk...
Admittedly, the premise is a bit absurd; but what do you do if you drive with an old school bus right onto a Caribbean beach and the bus breaks down? Here on St. Maarten, the answer is obvious: you...
The sand's color is bright, the sea displays the required Caribbean turquoise, and the palm trees sway in the breeze of the cooling trade winds... This is the location of The Boon Bar Bar right at...
A visit to the Drift Wood Boat Bar should be on everybody's Caribbean bucket list: Soaking up rays in the tropical sun while overlooking the turquoise Caribbean Sea, a Piña colada (made from fresh...
St. Maarten's favorite beach restaurant, serving gourmet-style dishes. (More photos in gallery on bottom of page.) Indigo Bay is stunning- and not just the view. A tucked away treasure between the...
Every hour, brightly painted local ferry boats shuttle visitors the few hundred yards from the mainland to this tiny picture-perfect tropical paradise. There are several beaches surrounding Ilet...
Conveniently close to the action of Simpson Bay with its resorts, restaurants, nightclubs and casinos, Kimsha Beach is one of the most central beaches on the island. Beach lounges and umbrellas can...
One of the few areas on St-Martin not much effected by Hurricane Irma is Friar's Bay. Since this beautiful bay is well protected from the wind and heavy surf, it is ideal for the whole family....
Here you're invited to rid yourself of those tell-tale tan lines. You can swim and sunbathe unencumbered in your birthday suit. On the southern end of Orient Beach you'll find the clothing optional...
Just down the road from Maho Beach, this is a surfer's paradise, when the conditions are "right". Mullet Bay Beach borders on the island's only 18-hole golf course and is very popular with locals,...
At one time , this area was famous for its families who made their living by fishing. There are still a few fishermen who shove off, hours before dawn, in search of "the one that got away". Today,...
Maho Beach has become one of the island's leading attractions: this is where the runway almost meets the beach, separated only by a narrow road and a flimsy fence. The location is also a great place...
Cupecoy is Dutch St. Maarten's semi-official nude beach. Sandstone cliffs give Cupecoy beach a dramatic golden backdrop, unlike any other beach on the island. Protected from the wind, this beach is...