We were just on a cruise to St Maarten and took a taxi to our favorite beach. I was shocked by the huge waves, I had never seen them before. Is this normal this time of year? And will it most likely be that way in January?

Does anyone have suggestions of a beach we can go to for the day and get a taxi to return? I know of Orient and they usually have waves but is that a better option? I do love Mullet Bay but have only been there when there were no waves.