Stay up to date with life, events and what's new on the Friendly Island.
Kontiki and Aloha on Orient Bay, Balaou in Grand Case, K Beach and Catch 21 in Simpson Bay, Ratafia in Cupecoy: what has reopened since mid-October, with hours and practical info, ahead of La Samanna's return on November 15.
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New since late September 2026, Pelican Park in Point Blanche pairs a ridge walkway with three viewing platforms over Great Bay and Philipsburg, minutes from the cruise pier. Open daily 10 am to 4 pm, from $20 for adults.
From January 8, 2027, Air Caraïbes flies Pointe-à-Pitre to Princess Juliana every day on an ATR 72-600, with round trips from €199. Paired with the Paris Orly nonstops, it opens a route to Paris seven days a week.
Three breast cancer awareness events run back to back from October 11 to 18, 2026: a pink-wig walk from Galisbay, a Ladies Night at Friar's Bay and a sunrise walk on the Princess Juliana runway, while the airport glows pink all month.
Published schedules in early October show about two American flights a day between Miami and SXM on the 737 MAX 8. Delta dates its JFK return to November 14, American to December 19. Toronto and Montreal are building, and Winair lists nine departures to Curaçao in the week of October 12.
The 9th Caribbean Multihull Challenge runs February 4-7, 2027 in Sint Maarten. Registration is open via the Sint Maarten Yacht Club: multihull racing, a cruising rally, and club evenings. What travelers need to know.
The 47th St. Maarten Heineken Regatta runs March 4-7, 2027. Notice of Race is live, registration is open, and Regatta Village evenings at Port de Plaisance stay free for the public. What travelers need to know.
From late October 2026 through early January 2027, JetBlue plans to fly an Airbus A321 (about 200 seats) instead of an A320 (about 162) on its daily Fort Lauderdale-SXM route, keeping daily frequency.
On 15 October 2026, Heritage Experience marks its official opening at Spring Garden in Colombier. Expect an immersive Saint Martin heritage trail, traditional tastings and the play “Love in Spring Garden,” named SHTA Cultural Icon 2027.
In November 2026, the 31 regional Miss France 2027 candidates will stay on Saint-Martin for their traditional prep trip, with Miss France 2026 Hinaupoko Devèze. Exact dates and any public access remain unconfirmed.
Since June 2026, Sonesta Maho Beach Resort's 59,000 sq ft rooftop has offered mini golf, a climbing wall, a running track and live programming, all included in the all-inclusive stay.
Royal Caribbean's largest ship calls at Philipsburg on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, roughly 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. A shore day for Front Street, Great Bay or a hop to the French side.
Saint Martin / Sint Maarten electronic festival marks ten years from March 17 to 21, 2027. Five-day passes are already on sale, with Happy Bay still the main stage hub.
