Philipsburg, St. Maarten Port Reviews

Not sure what condition the island is in, but love Orient Beach (clothing optional) and Maho Beach, where the planes fly overhead. Open air markets are fun, and nice shopping port. Get the Guava berry, as it is only on this island. Enjoy

Our snorkeling excursion was cancelled because of high winds the day we went last week. So we rented some ATV’s and drove around the whole island on our own. Stopped at the airport beach at a little restaurant and had a fantastic lunch. Watched airplanes land. Talked to locals. Everyone is so friendly and welcoming, despite the hurricane damage. It made me feel happy to spend money there because they really need the help, and they really appreciate the tourists.

Blue bubbles excursion Cleveland l Bobb the manager is just a straight ripoff If you book through this app make sure it is not through blue bubble At the end of our excursion they just dumped us on the beach front and said “just walk on down until you see the water taxi” No mention that it cost, so their get you back on the ship guarantee is not true Once they are done with you, they dump you

Shopping was good people alittle pushey but nice. We walked when we got of the ship and it wasen't to bad if your staying on the Dutch side. We just walk to the beach had lunch and laid on the beach and went for a swim

Visited: Apr 26, 2009

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Such a fun port and so little time! We had a blast here and did the ATV ride. It was something new we haven’t done in the past so we gave it a shot.

Beautiful island.. took water taxi over to shopping and beach area. Would like to do excursion next time, ours to Maho Beach is was canceled. Maybe next time

Shopping was okay, but sales people were too brazen.

Visited: Jun 10, 2006

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Loved this island! We did the tour up the mountain on the ski lift, my husband did the zip line! He added it when we got there. Are at Emilio’s after. Yum! Great food and drinks. We stayed on the Dutch side and saw a lot of hurricane damage, but it didn’t deter our adventure. Friendly people, beautiful place!!

Loved this port! Especially the board walk area! Plenty to see and do with plenty of beach with crystal clear water, restaurants through out and shops scattered in between. A lot to do within a few streets. If you're not sure where to start, I recommend just starting at the board walk!

We have always loved St. Martin

Visited: Apr 16, 2006

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