Ok....so immediately I run the comparison to Jamaica and some Mexican resorts where you are reasonably safe if you stay on the resort...but...that is because of issues with harm towards tourists. THIS issue is personal to the residents and NOT singularly directed towards tourists ...it will definitely impact those staying on the French side but the residents are trying to make their point with their elected officials...

With this said it will definitely change my January plans with regards to places to go...my favorite Happy Bay might be off the radar and I will just enjoy the Simpson bay area. I will NOT put myself in the middle of their conflict....appropriate or not. I have no desire to visit Marigot now. and very little prior...

Just my opinion...and the "Day in Paradise" and "The Friendly Island" are dreams of the past.....I love SXM and have gone for around 20 years but I also have open eyes to what it is.....