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beckyw
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Are there any must-see's on this island? We are going in May and are looking for tours to do.
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axeman
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ashmathis
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I would suggest going to Orient Bay! It is absolutely beautiful!! When we go back to St. Martin that is one stop that can't be missed!
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Tiptoeonthewaves
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We went on a tour of the island by taxi and then went over to Everyt'ing Cool Beach right across from the ship by water taxi.
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cruisemom2
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I second the suggestion for Orient Beach. It's one of the most beautiful beaches I've ever seen. You don't need to book a tour, just grab a taxi there and back.
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JohnG
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Last April:
We took a taxi from the pier to Orient Beach on the French side for $6 per person, found a beach vendor, Pedro’s, where we got four chairs and 4 drinks for $20, and he tossed in a free umbrella later. Despite SPF 50, I got quite sunburned while swimming, sunning, snorkeling (got three nice conch shells). They have parasailing, jet skis, etc. Also visited the clothing optional end of the beach, although the kids remained in the more public side in the chairs. The joke back on the ship is always: “Gee, I didn’t recognize you with your clothes on.†Back by taxi to town to the Guavaberry Emporium, the local liqueur, and a little shopping. Ended the day by being at Every T’ing Cool until last call, which comes early since the ships are leaving. Two beers, a rum punch, and a soda for $8.25. Taxi back to ship was $3 per person.
Last June:
We decided that taking taxis was running a lot, and decided to rent a car on the pier from Budget. Had a Toyota Corolla, air-conditioned for $43 including tax for the day. Having been to the island several times but only having visited Philipsburg and Orient Beach, we decided to drive to Grand Case on the French side, and found an empty public beach where we saw some of the biggest starfish I have ever seen. Scenery very French. Would have enjoyed eating there. Drove to Marigot, the French main city. Unfortunately it was Sunday, and most shops were closed at 1:45pm, but restaurants were open. We did drive up and then climb up to Fort St. Louis, the historic fort overlooking the city and harbor. Wonderful views and photos. Drove back to Philipsburg parked and shopped. Ended the day at EveryT’ings Cool enjoying food and beverages overlooking the beach.
And last Dec:
Taxi from pier to Philipsburg was $3 per person. Taxi to La Galleon beach on the French side, east of Orient Beach, which we had found on the internet was $18 for up to 3 persons, each way. Arranged for taxi to return to pick us up. This was a nice uncrowded beach. Fair snorkeling, great windsurfing and sail boarding. No hustle by vendors. Chair rental was $5. There was a restaurant and bar, and restrooms available. Tops optional. Back to Philipsburg to shop (Marigot is closed on Sunday even when ships are in). Liquor is $3-4 per bottle cheaper than on the ship, and cigarettes are $4-5 cheaper per carton. So…..we bought my wife a ruby ring there for our anniversary. Ended the afternoon at Everyt’ing Cool, and had my first Big Black Banana there. Great! Taxi back for $3 per person at 3:30pm.
<http://www.sxm-restaurants.com/pburg/everytingcool/index.html>
Last April:
We took a taxi from the pier to Orient Beach on the French side for $6 per person, found a beach vendor, Pedro’s, where we got four chairs and 4 drinks for $20, and he tossed in a free umbrella later. Despite SPF 50, I got quite sunburned while swimming, sunning, snorkeling (got three nice conch shells). They have parasailing, jet skis, etc. Also visited the clothing optional end of the beach, although the kids remained in the more public side in the chairs. The joke back on the ship is always: “Gee, I didn’t recognize you with your clothes on.†Back by taxi to town to the Guavaberry Emporium, the local liqueur, and a little shopping. Ended the day by being at Every T’ing Cool until last call, which comes early since the ships are leaving. Two beers, a rum punch, and a soda for $8.25. Taxi back to ship was $3 per person.
Last June:
We decided that taking taxis was running a lot, and decided to rent a car on the pier from Budget. Had a Toyota Corolla, air-conditioned for $43 including tax for the day. Having been to the island several times but only having visited Philipsburg and Orient Beach, we decided to drive to Grand Case on the French side, and found an empty public beach where we saw some of the biggest starfish I have ever seen. Scenery very French. Would have enjoyed eating there. Drove to Marigot, the French main city. Unfortunately it was Sunday, and most shops were closed at 1:45pm, but restaurants were open. We did drive up and then climb up to Fort St. Louis, the historic fort overlooking the city and harbor. Wonderful views and photos. Drove back to Philipsburg parked and shopped. Ended the day at EveryT’ings Cool enjoying food and beverages overlooking the beach.
And last Dec:
Taxi from pier to Philipsburg was $3 per person. Taxi to La Galleon beach on the French side, east of Orient Beach, which we had found on the internet was $18 for up to 3 persons, each way. Arranged for taxi to return to pick us up. This was a nice uncrowded beach. Fair snorkeling, great windsurfing and sail boarding. No hustle by vendors. Chair rental was $5. There was a restaurant and bar, and restrooms available. Tops optional. Back to Philipsburg to shop (Marigot is closed on Sunday even when ships are in). Liquor is $3-4 per bottle cheaper than on the ship, and cigarettes are $4-5 cheaper per carton. So…..we bought my wife a ruby ring there for our anniversary. Ended the afternoon at Everyt’ing Cool, and had my first Big Black Banana there. Great! Taxi back for $3 per person at 3:30pm.
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tispwisp
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You can't go wrong at Orient Beach! We absolutely loved it!
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BSeabob
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America's Cup Yachts . 12 metre racing boats are a good experience.