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Airport Arrival Jerry_R 1 hour ago I know we should arrive approx. 2-3 hours early for a Saturday or Sunday departure from SXM. How early should we arrive on Friday? Family members headed home tomorrow.

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Days 4-7 wabid 2 hours ago As mentioned our days are spent frolicking in the ocean, snorkeling and relaxing by the pool. The routine continues.

Other highlights: Monday we headed to Mullet Bay in the morning. We seated ourselves near Rosie's and enjoyed the light morning crowd. Fun was had in the soft sand and a small amount of snorkeling near the eastern "wall". However, the farther out you swam the worse the visibility. Not worth the swim.... When midday arrived, we decided to pass on Rosie's and headed to Tap & Still on the way back to SBR.

I have seen past comment on T&S and others here at SBR have talked about it. Consequently, I was curious. I have to admit they serve up a legitimately GREAT BURGER. Being a Wisconsin tavern boy, I like me a great bar burger. When I was about to mention it was better than our local little tavern my wife interrupted : "don't you dare say it!" Good stuff and I personally don't mind their service workflow (menu forms and paper bag delivery to table), it is insanely efficient and the end product is great!

Tuesday evening we took some of your suggestions and had a sunset dinner at La Patrona. Food, service and sunset were great. My only ding was the price. Madison Wi, has a thriving hispanic. community, so paying $28 for a plate of carnitas made me wince. Its a minor ding and it goes away when I consider, venue, location, service and atmosphere.

Today was quiet. I had solitary morning snorkel hovering the reefs off Pelican beach (SBR/Flamingo's beach) which was worth the swim. Plenty of fish and a curious sea turtle (see previous post) Meanwhile my wife, daughter, and sister and law made a field trip to "David's Hole" near Terres Basses which they thoroughly enjoyed. (see link below)

More to follow in a couple days.

PS. I apologize my photo links don't preview. Not sure why. I am thinking it may be a google photos setting I am too lazy to investigate, but the links do work.

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My morning wabid 7 hours ago Joy!

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Groundbreaking at the former Club Orient Carol_Hill Yesterday at 01:10 PM Link

Wow, I did not think this would ever happen.

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Princess Sky Lounge MotownTim Yesterday at 11:01 AM Has anyone used the executive lounge at SXM airport and if so what are your impressions? I think it’s about $65 for a walk in.

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Groundbreaking on Orient at Club Orient ruralcarrier Yesterday at 11:00 AM READ ALL ABOUT IT

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Looking for a new dinghy Husker 06/16/2026 08:59 PM I am in the market for a new (or used in good condition) side-console, 12 foot RIB. Can anyone recommend a marine store or dealer in St. Thomas?

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St.Lucia MaggieCat 06/16/2026 07:39 PM Do any of the restaurants in Anse des Pitons and Soufriere Bay offer water taxi service? Do any restaurants have a dingy dock?
Thanks.

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4 arrested with guns and drugs SXMScubaman 06/16/2026 04:04 PM From the police page.
"KPSM Arrests Four Suspects and Confiscates Two Firearms During Weekend Operation
The Police Force of Sint Maarten (KPSM) continues its efforts to combat gun and drug-related crimes across the island. As part of these ongoing operations, officers carried out a successful intervention during the early morning hours of Sunday, June 14, 2026.
At approximately 2:10 a.m., police officers encountered a small white vehicle driving in a suspicious manner. Upon seeing the police patrol, the driver speeded up, prompting officers to pursue the vehicle in order to conduct a traffic stop.
The vehicle was subsequently stopped and found to be occupied by four individuals: three males and one female. Officers carried out a control on the vehicle based on firearm and narcotics laws.
During the control and search of the occupants, officers discovered that two of the suspects were carrying firearms. Two Glock 26 pistols were confiscated, along with a quantity of narcotics. All the four suspects in the vehicle were arrested. The suspects arrested in connection with this incident are:
• S.F.R., approximately 30 years old
• R.R.F., approximately 20 years old
• C.J.A., approximately 21 years old
• F.K.D. (female), approximately 17 years old
All four suspects reside on the French side of the island.
The suspects were later and transported to the Philipsburg Police Station, where they remain in custody pending further investigation. The confiscated firearms and narcotics have been seized as evidence.
KPSM emphasizes that these types of operations will continue as part of its commitment to reducing gun violence and drug-related criminal activity. The possession and circulation of illegal firearms remain a major concern, particularly in light of the recent gun-related incidents that have occurred on both sides of the island and on neighboring islands throughout the region.
The Police Force of Sint Maarten remains dedicated to safeguarding the community and will continue to proactively target individuals involved in the illegal possession of firearms, narcotics trafficking, and other criminal activities.
KPSM encourages members of the public to continue sharing information that may assist law enforcement in preventing and solving crimes. Anyone with information can contact the police at 911 or the anonymous tip line at 9300."

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Restaurants Accepting Credit Cards.. or Not Jim_Laraine 06/16/2026 02:31 PM Greetings, I did a search here, but could not find any recent info on roughly what percent of restaurants do not take credit cards. Trying to figure out how how much cash to carry for a two week stay. Our Fidelity cash back card does not charge a foreign transaction fee so we'll probably use that when we can. Any info on restaurant credit card fees would be welcomed as well.

We're staying in the Orient Village area but will be on the Dutch side a lot as well.

Thanks!
Jim

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