We booked a cruise that stops in SXM for one long day. This will be our first time back - post Irma. We want to look around much of the island and spend some time at the beach, probably Friers Bay / Happy Bay.

I am asking for your thoughts on the use of a rental car vs. a taxi.

What restaurants are up and running at Friers Bay? What is the status of the beach there. What is the status of Happy Bay?

Will Skipjacks be open by February?

What is the status of The Westin?

Is Pinel Island up and running (chairs to rent) (snorkeling) along with transportation over and back; and, are any of the restaurants open?

What is the status of the Anse Marcel area and beach?

Thanks for your thoughts on any or all of these questions. I know some of the questions are general in nature and I appreciate any information provided.


Robert