St. Maarten / St. Martin Culture & Arts Blog

Christmas Concert Dance & Arts Dimensions Academy St Maarten

December 14, 2023

GET READY FOR THE SPECTACULAR ST MAARTEN CHRISTMAS COMMUNITY CONCERT!

  Join the Dance & Arts Dimensions Academy International’s Christmas Community Concert for an unforgettable evening of joy and talent! Featuring Sensational Performances by Local Stars as Raheem Atkinson, Rijkman Hodge, Benjamin Bell, Circus School Sunshine, Grain D Or Dancers

Aerial photo of Simpson Bay Lagoon where one could rent a yacht, visit a boat rental or tour agency to find the best way how to get around the island of St Maarten / St Martin

December 12, 2023

UNRAVELING THE DISTINCT IDENTITIES OF ST MAARTEN AND THE US VIRGIN ISLANDS

  No, St. Maarten is not part of the United States Virgin Islands (USVI) – But we get some of the confusion.   A very frequently asked question is whether St. Maarten is part of the United States Virgin Islands.

The cultural parade marching through the streets of Philipsburg on St Maarten's day

November 16, 2023

THE DAILY HERALD: THE 64TH ST MAARTEN’S DAY PEAKED WITH A VIBRANT CULTURAL PARADE!

  Last weekend was the 64th annual St Maarten’s Day celebration, where the Smaatin National Cultural Parade stole the show! Dazzling with a burst of colors, the parade starred cultural groups, national associations, and school troupes flaunting vibrant traditional wear

Freedom Fighter monument roundabout in Philipsburg

November 16, 2023

THE TOP 10 THINGS TO DO ON ST MAARTEN THIS WINTER FOR HISTORY BUFFS!

Are you someone that is interested not just in the sights, but also in the history of locations you travel to? St. Maarten offers plenty of opportunities to discover its uniquely binational history. Let Visit St. Maarten guide you through some recommendations

The St Maarten Jubilee Library celebrates 100th anniversary in capital Philipsburg

November 15, 2023

THE DAILY HERALD: ST MAARTEN LIBRARY TO HOST GALA FOR 100TH ANNIVERSARY

  PHILIPSBURG – The St. Maarten Jubilee Library announced on Friday that it will be hosting a gala at Aleeze Convention Center on November 24 to celebrate its 100th anniversary.   Described as a “grand celebration”, the gala will begin with