January 23, 2026 No comments
St. Maarten/Saint Martin Celebrates Triple Honors at the Caribbean Travel Awards 2026
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - St. Maarten/Saint Martin has been named Caribbean Destination of the Year at the 12th annual Caribbean Travel Awards, cementing the destination’s position as one of the most dynamic and successful tourism hubs in the region. In addition, Grisha Heyliger-Marten was awarded Caribbean Tourism Minister of the Year, while Princess Juliana International Airport earned the title of Caribbean Airport of the Year for the second consecutive year. The Caribbean Travel Awards, launched in 2014, are regarded as the region’s most meaningful measure of excellence in travel and tourism. Nominated and selected by the editors of Caribbean Journal, the world’s leading Caribbean travel experts. The 2026 awards span 41 categories recognizing the destinations, experiences, and people shaping the future of Caribbean travel. This year’s...
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January 23, 2026 No comments
Click, Connect, and Thrive: Seniors in the Digital Age:
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - With fresh topics and familiar goals, the Cyber Senior workshop series returns for another 8-month session. This initiative empowers mature adults to engage, explore, and excel with today’s digital tools, technologies, and resources that enhance their well-being. Registration opens on Monday, January 26, 2026, and will close on Saturday, January 31, 2026. Classes begin on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at Belvedere Estate #3, Belvedere Satellite.” Our dedicated Cyber Senior Media Coaches look forward to welcoming both new and returning students to a program rich with learning, growth, and opportunity. To register, contact the Sint Maarten Library at +1-721-542-2970 or email admin@library.sx. Enrollment is limited, so early registration is recommended. Empower yourself or a loved one with essential digital...
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January 23, 2026 No comments
37-Year-Old Arrested in Jewelry Store Robbery Investigation
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - The Police Force of Sint Maarten (KPSM) has successfully tracked down, arrested, and returned a fugitive suspect wanted for a jewelry store robbery that occurred on September 5th, 2025. The suspect, J.J.B., a 37-year-old male, attempted to evade justice by fleeing Sint Maarten immediately following the robbery. His freedom was short-lived. Through relentless investigative work and decisive coordination with regional law enforcement partners, KPSM tracked down the fugitive, secured his arrest, and brought him back to face justice on Sint Maarten. J.J.B. is now in custody at the Philipsburg Police Station, where he will remain for further investigation. KPSM commends its regional and international partners whose swift action and unwavering cooperation made this arrest possible. These partnerships are...
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January 22, 2026 No comments
PJIA AIRPORT APPOINTS MICHAEL PETERS AS OPERATIONS DIRECTOR
SINT MAARTEN (SIMPSON BAY-AIRPORT) - Princess Juliana International Airport (PJIAE) is pleased to announce the appointment of Michael Peters as Operations Director, effective immediately. A proud son of St. Maarten, Mr. Peters brings more than a decade of hands-on aviation experience, deep institutional knowledge, and a proven commitment to operational excellence, safety, and teamwork. Michael Peters’ journey at PJIAE began in 2011 as a summer employee, where early exposure to airport operations sparked a lasting passion for aviation and tourism. What started as a temporary role quickly evolved into a clear career path. While continuing to work part-time with the Operations Department, Peters pursued his studies in the Netherlands, earning a degree as an Aviation Operations Officer. In 2015, he returned to...
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January 22, 2026 No comments
Minister Plenipotentiary Arrindell pays Courtesy Visit to Australian Ambassador
THE NETHERLANDS (THE HAGUE) – Minister Plenipotentiary Her Excellency Drs. Gracita Arrindell recently paid a courtesy visit to His Excellency Ambassador Dr. Greg French, Australian Ambassador to the Kingdom of the Netherlands, and Permanent Representative to the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons. During the meeting, a number of issues were discussed such as food security, agriculture, livestock, fisheries, sustainable building, solar energy, infrastructure resilience and public-private partnerships. Ambassador Dr. French spoke about his countries experience with hurricanes similar to Sint Maarten which are referred to as ‘cyclones’ in that part of the world. Sustainable building has been a priority for the Australian Government due to this natural threat. Minister Plenipotentiary shared recent developments on Sint Maarten's Resilience Agenda and highlighted the...
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