the first time we cruised to Sxm, the excursion dropped us in Marigot for shopping. I didn't think anything negative of it that day. Since then, we have visited during the day for the market. Clearly, they have a lot to offer if they can just improve the safety/security aspect particularly at night. I just check and cruise.boats still pull in to Marigot and several are scheduled in October, dec, and january. If they could put a 2 sided pier into the water I could see it succeed. On the other hand, I like the French side, so maybe keep all that stuff on the Dutch side. Could still improve Marigot's situation regardless.