What to do on the island
While staying at Bed and Breakfast St. Maarten / St. Martin, there are many options you can choose from besides relaxing on the beach that can make your stay even more fun and exiting.
You can choose from:
Shopping on Front and Back Streets
Philipsburg isn’t just the capital of Sint Maarten, it’s also a postcard-perfect colonial town where you’ll find two quaint streets lined with pastel-painted stores selling everything from European perfumes and fine liqueurs to Caribbean artwork and designer watches. And it’s all duty- and tax-free--although this doesn’t necessarily mean you’re getting a bargain. Jewelry is a hot item in Philipsburg, but if you’re a serious shopper it’s best to know what you’re looking for and what it should cost. With that in mind, you just might find yourself flying home with that pair of emerald earrings you’ve always wanted.
Kayaking on Simpson Bay Lagoon
It’s sometimes hard to appreciate the serenity of the Caribbean islands when you’re being shuttled from place to place along the local highways. Kayaking out on Simpson Bay Lagoon is a wonderful way to slow down, take a closer look, and get a fantastic workout all at once. TriSport Eco-Adventures on Simpson Bay (tel. 599-545-4384) rents out kayaks for about $15/hour. Guided kayak tours range from about $35-$49. A word of caution: Depending on wind conditions, kayaking can be very strenuous--and when you’re out on the bay, there’s no place to hide from the powerful Caribbean sun. Wear a hat and sunscreen and be sure to bring a bottle of water onto the kayak with you.
Playing Golf at the 18 holes Mullet Bay Golf Club
St. Maarten has a magnificent 18 holes professional Golf Course located at Mullet Bay Resort. Because one of the hosts is a member of the Mullet Bay Golf Club, we can offer you better prices than the regular prices!
Taking an Island Tour with Jenny as your personal guide
At Jenny's Bed & Breakfast St. Maarten / St. Martin you can choose to spend a day doing a complete tour of the island with one of the hosts as your personal guide. Due to their extensive knowledge of the island and the region, you will surely be amazed by the island's many curiosities that they will enlighten you with during your island tour.
The tour includes a lunch at one of the many local restaurants either in Philipsburg or Marigot or just "en route" and is at your own expense. Drinks are free.
Your personal guide will accompany you during the whole trip which will begin at 09.00 and end at 15.00 hours. The tour consists of a visit to some historic monuments and breathtaking scenery, some of them require you to wear proper foot wear (sport shoes) so make sure to pack these! The island tour is US$ 30.00 per person.
Taking a day-trip to St. Martin's secluded island: "Isle de Pinel"
Isle de Pinel, or Pinel as it's commonly called, is a very small island just of the shore of Orient Bay Beach. You can reach the island by a local ferry which is US$ 10.00 per person for a round trip and takes about 5 - 10 minutes. Pinel has 2 small restaurant, one serving local dishes the other more 'haute cuisine'. You can rent beach chairs (if needed) and / or an umbrella. There is a watersports desk that offers windsurfing (lessons), kayaking, jet skiing, waverunners and more active watersports.
The last ferry departs Pinel at 17.00 hours and is your last link to the main land. If you miss the last ferry, you either must swim back to shore or spend a romantic night on the beach of Pinel......
"Island Hop" to one of the many islands surrounding St. Maarten / St. Martin
St. Maarten / St. Martin is in very close proximity to several beautiful Caribbean islands. While visiting St. Maarten, you can easily make a day-trip to these islands experiencing the different sights & sounds of the surrounding islands.
Windward Islands Airways International NV (WINAIR) offers frequent daily service to these islands and has promotional specials which offer a 50% discount on selected flights. To find out more on WINAIR (flight schedule, fares, destinations etc.) and these discounts visit: www.fly-winair.com
Rent a Harley Davidson and tour the island by motor bike
Rent your own Harley Davidson and tour St. Maarten / St. Martin in style. The Lengendary Harley of your dreams is at your reach so don't wait and add some vibration to your vacation!
For more information about renting a Harley Davidson on St. Maarten visit: www.h-dstmartin.com