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Top 3 Day Trips from St. Maarten

St. Maarten has amazing resorts and a hot nightlife, not to mention pristine white sand beaches, though it’s also the gateway for experiencing the smaller surrounding islands, especially if your main interest is soft adventure and relaxation. Here are some day trips you should check out during your stay in St. Maarten.

SABA

At a blossoming peak of 877 m, this unspoiled volcanic island reaches the highest point in the Kingdom of the Netherlands and is surrounded by charm, thriving rain forest, and incredible offshore diving; making this tiny 5sq mile Caribbean island a major destination for the true eco-tourism traveler!

Saba Visitor Guide

ST. BARTS

This French Caribbean Island is a good spot to practice windsurfing & snorkeling. Many visitors enjoy diving the nearby coral reefs and even sailing around the island while enjoying a delicious meal. It’s capital Gustavia, unlike many, is a duty-free port. A little Caribbean, a little European, you’ll find elegant boutiques, a yacht-filled harbor, and a tranquil lifestyle.

St. Barts Visitor Guide

ST. EUSTATIUS

St. Eustatius, commonly referred to as Statia isn’t known as the “The Golden Rock” for nothing! It was a key trading center during the 17^th and 18^th century. It’s one of the few islands left in the region that you’re able to see a vast array of the old Caribbean. After more than 150 years of declining fortunes, Statia began developing its tourism infrastructure in the 1960s and 1970s. With a land area of 8.1 sq. miles, approximately 2500 inhabitants, St. Eustatius is not overly developed. Laid back with great diving and well preserved natural habitats make this a great vacation for the adventurous tourists.

St. Eustatius Visitor Guide

Getting to these islands:

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Winair offers daily connections from the Princess Juliana Airport in St. Maarten with daily flights to the islands of Saba, St. Eustatius, St. Barths. Book at www.fly-winair.com or call 1 (866) 466 0410.

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Booking the lowest fares!

When you log on a search in engine and type in, ‘Caribbean travel fares’, there’s an overwhelming amount of search results to choose from. After hitting just six sites and plugging in your itinerary, by the 7^th click, you’re done; when you’re ready to pay full fare. Don’t throw in the towel just yet – with some planning, the lowest fares are as easy as 1-2-3!

If you want to book the lowest fares, book your flight far in advance so that availability is not limited. For example, if you plan to spend a few days in St. Martin this summer, to get the lowest fares, book at least 21 days in advance!

The trick to booking the lowest fares is dependent on a few key things, the destination you wish to travel to, the duration of your trips and the season you’re planning to travel.

Stay tuned for next week’s Budget Travel Tips!

Saba and St. Maarten both took a prize in Scuba Diving Magazine’s 2010 Reader’s Choice Awards.

Saba took 2^nd place in ‘Diving for Advanced Divers’ while St. Maarten took 2^nd place in ‘Wreck Diving’!

The Awards were presented base on results of a survey of more than 5,000 Scuba Diving readers from all over the globe. The world’s best diving were awarded in the following categories: advanced diving, big animals, macro life, wreck diving and more.

These are the opinions of real divers who are out there getting wet all year long. Some of them are expected in tried-and-true destinations, but others might surprise you. So start your life list with these readers’ top picks, and when you travel this year, rank the destinations you visit at www.scubadiving.com/top_100 to contribute to next year’s winners.

The awards were announced in the magazine’s January/February issue that is presently on international newsstands. Scuba Diving has a readership of 85,000 and is printed eight times a year. The magazine is published by Bonnier Corp. Scuba Diving is part of the company’s four targeted publications catering to international divers.

Celebrate New Year’s Eve 2010 on the islands – Revelers ringing in 2010 will be treated to a rare New Year’s Eve ‘blue moon’!

Come and strut your stuff this New Year’s Eve at some of the Caribbean’s hottest venues. . .

St. Maarten/ Martin:

Virgin Night Club – From Old to New Party Night

Holland House Beach Hotel – A Glitz & Glamorous VIP New Year’s Party

Bliss Night Club – New Year’s Eve Party & Fireworks at midnight

Tantra Night Club – New Year’s Eve Party

Board Walk – New Year’s Fete & Fireworks at midnight

Saba:

Guido’s – New Year’s Eve Party

Scouts Place – New Year’s Eve Party

Sunny Valley Youth Center – ImpaKT Band

St. Barts

Eden Rock – Legendary New Year’s Eve Party

Gustavia – Music, Dancing & Fireworks at midnight

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Have a happy, safe, and prosperous New Year 2010!

Caribbean Travel & Leisure

Resorts, restaurants, activities and beaches are often the key features to a Caribbean destination and the ones you choose often make or break your travel experience.

Here’s the “2009 Best of the Caribbean Picks” by Caribbean Travel & Leisure, just in time to help you plan your 2010 Caribbean vacation!

• Hotel Le Toiny – St. Barts
• Sonesta Maho Beach Resort – St. Maarten
• Queen’s Garden Resort – Saba

• The Brigadoon Restaurant – Saba
• Restaurant Le Gaïac – St. Barts
• Green House Restaurant – St. Maarten

• Tantra Night Club & Sanctuary- St. Maarten
• Sunset Beach Bar – St. Maarten
• Cheri’s Café – St. Maarten

• Mullet Bay Beach – St. Maarten
• Orient Beach – St. Martin
• Anse de Grande Saline – St. Barts

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A sound Caribbean treasure surrounded by charm, thriving rain forest, offshore diving and breathtaking views.

Day 1 – 15 minutes by plane or 1 hour by ferry, upon your arrival to the island have your taxi take you to your hotel (or feel free to hitch a ride with the friendly locals). After check-in, relax in the pool or explore the welcoming villages. Enjoy the amazing scenic features surrounding you. Take it in; it’s just the beginning of a weekend filled with quaint moments.

Day 2 – Wake up in the morning and breathe the fresh air, take a stroll and enjoy breakfast at one of the local cafés. The island’s natural beauty extends below the surface with a fascinating marine environment. Take a dive/ snorkel trip with one of the Dive Shops located on the island, and experience a rainbow array of exciting marine life and healthy reefs.   Top off the night with dinner at The Brigadoon for an exquisite meal and a charming ambiance.

Day 3 – With your weekend getaway coming to a close, you couldn’t possibly think of leaving the island without climbing the highest peak (877 m) in the Kingdom of the Netherlands! That’s right, 1064 steps of spectacular flora and fauna.

Relaxed locals, amazing food, and mountainous landscape are just a few of the features that will leave you in awe from this memorable vacation. All of this is Saba, the Unspoiled Queen of the Caribbean!