Its bustling capital of Philipsburg is a dead give-away to the character and allure of St. Maarten, the Dutch side of the small island shared with French St. Martin. The focus here is on activity, development and excitement. If you’re a shopper this is the Caribbean for you. Philipsburg, a major cruise port, is famous for its dury free shopping.
St. Maarten travel is also known for casinos, fast-paced nightlife and a varied dining scene reflecting cultural influences as diverse as Caribbean, Italian, Indian and Indonesian. St. Maarten has its share of white-sand beaches and beachfront resorts. Its character is as Dutch as St. Martin’s is French. Explore the island’s history and culture at a variety of museums and monuments.
The Caribbean continues to be the world’s most popular cruise destination, even as other destinations, such as the Mediterranean and Alaska, have seen an increase in cruise visitors in recent years. Cruise lines are adding ships and ports in the Caribbean; following is a look at what they...Read More
A distinct departure from the Caribbean’s typical verdant hillsides, Aruba, a gem set in the ABC islands of the Dutch Antilles (along with Bonaire and Curacao), features a windswept landscape with dramatic sculpted rocks and twisted divi divi trees silhouetted against tranquil shorelines....Read More
Royal Caribbean International has deservedly garnered oceans of attention in the past two years for proffering the world’s largest ships: the 225,282-ton Oasis of the Seas and Allure of the Seas.
But Royal Caribbean has 22 ships, and now it’s making a $70 million...Read More
The roster of new Caribbean resorts for the 2011-2012 season includes properties that represent a broad variety of categories, from contemporary to luxury. Yet regardless of their type, they are benefiting from a strengthening global economy. Conservative forecasts predict that the region will...Read More
Barbados, the easternmost Caribbean island, located in the Lesser Antilles just northeast of Venezuela, has always been known for its top-notch resorts, tropical weather and beautiful beaches. But there is much more to a Barbados vacation. The island offers a full range of options for those...Read More
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Les Balcons d'Oyster Pond
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Les Balcons d'Oyster Pond consists of 20 individual studio bungalows situated on the French/Dutch border overlooking picturesque Oyster Pond, Dawn Beach and the Caribbean Sea. It is a very quiet, private and scenic residential area fanned by the trade winds with low humidity and surrounded by lush tropical gardens. Each bungalow has its own private terrace or balcony with wonderful views of the lagoon and marina. Free Wi-Fi is available on premises as well.(more)
Palm Court Hotel
Hotel
In the heart of Orient Bay Village, near one of the most beautiful beaches on the island, sits the Palm Court Hotel while being surrounded by a lush tropical garden. Palm Court is a charming hotel, housing 24 junior suites furnished in Moroccan style and decorated with spectacular taste and elegance.(more)
Turquoise Shell Inn
Hotel
All suites have fully equipped kitchens, cable television, air conditioning, ceiling fans and free unlimited wireless internet at the Turquoise Shell Hotel. Guests can also enjoy the free hotel parking and daily maid service. For your enjoyment there is a lovely fresh water pool or the beautiful turquoise waters of the Caribbean, are only steps away.(more)
Club Orient Resort
Hotel
Club Orient is a unique naturist vacation village hotel, meaning that clothing is optional anywhere in the resort and on the beach! Situated on the world famous, mile and a half long Orient Bay, you'll find one of the finest white sand beaches and crystal clear waters in the world right at the doorstep of each of the 137 spacious bungalows. Ocean or garden accommodations are available with air conditioning, fully equipped kitchen, a full bathroom and an outside shower. An in-room safe, Internet and internal phone service with voice mail, beach chairs, beach towels and a daily maid service are provided as well.(more)
Alamanda Resort
Hotel
Alamanda Resort is situated on Orient Beach, the largest beach on St. Maarten. With its 42 deluxe oceanfront rooms and suites, you'll vacation in style at Alamanda. The charming restaurant on the premises opens daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner and hotel guests have charging privileges at six beachside restaurants serving French, Spanish or American cuisine. Relax poolside in the fresh water pool, sunbathe on the patio, or sip a drink at the poolside bar.(more)