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. Dudley’s 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.

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.

July 25, 2008

"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.

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!

July 14, 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.

July 1, 2008

NEW YORK - The new luxury Radisson St Martin Resort, Marina & Spa and famed New York institution Tavern on the Green are joining culinary forces in Central Park this Bastille Day weekend (July 12-13, 2008). Celebrating everything French with an island twist, Tavern on the Green Executive Chef Brian Young and Radisson St Martin Executive Chef Bruno Brazier will tempt palates and educate aspiring cooks with cuisine from France and the Caribbean island of French St Martin, the most westerly point of the European Union. Enter to win a four day three night culinary experience at Radisson St. Martin with air courtesy of JetBlue Airways. Click for details...

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. Please click here to email your questions.

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.

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 on October 12th, 2008. 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 special offer applies to bookings made and stays completed by December 18, 2008.

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 region’s 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

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.

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