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Hurricane News
Latest Update on Hurricane Tammy: Slowing, Strengthening, Tracking Slightly to East
In my last update on Wednesday, Tammy was a tropical storm that was moving at a brisk and favorable 23 mph. The latest update from this morning is not trending in the right direction, with Tammy now being classified as a Hurricane. On the positive side, Tammy is now being…
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Hurricane News
Late-Season Tropical Storm Tammy Tracking Towards Leeward Islands, Saint Martin
Right when it seemed like hurricane season was about to end with no major systems hitting Saint Martin, it appears that a late-season storm is tracking towards the island. Tropical Storm Tammy is currently moving west at 23 miles per hour, a pretty quick pace that may help lessen damage…
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Local & Cultural News
Calmos Cafe Rebuilding, Planning to Reopen as Soon as December in Grand Case
Calmos Cafe was more than a beach bar in Grand Case, it was an institution in Saint-Martin for years. That was until it closed its doors after being completely destroyed by Hurricane Irma in September 2017. Of course, seeing the devastation caused by Irma was overwhelming. I wasn’t there during…
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Beaches/Outdoors/Adventure
Sint Maarten’s Move To Prohibit Single-Use Plastics ‘Focuses On Natural Processes, Emerging Green Technologies, Innovative Thinking’
The government of Sint Maarten recently announced that they will be banning single-use plastics beginning on July 1, 2021. The ban prohibits single-use plastic bags, plastic straws, and styrofoam food containers. The government will be hosting a webinar — held for owners and managers of retail operations on the island…
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Anguilla
Breaking: Anguilla Issues 14-Day Lockdown Order Just Days After Announcing COVID-19 Exit Strategy
Anguilla has announced that beginning at 23:59 today, April 22, 2021, the island will go into a mandatory lockdown for 14 days. This follows news from the Anguilla Ministry of Health that there are now three confirmed cases of COVID-19 on the island. On April 21, one case was confirmed…
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Local & Cultural News
WATCH: Breathtaking Video of Incredible Underwater World in Waters of Saint Martin
The island of Saint Martin is one of the most beautiful places I’ve ever been to. Its stunning beaches, lush jungles, vibrant towns, friendly people, and diverse history combine into one of the most unique experiences in the world. Of course, those are all things that are on full display…
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Anguilla
Anguilla Issues COVID-19 Exit Strategy, Removing Quarantine Requirements For Vaccinated Visitors
Like the rest of the World, Anguilla has been severely impacted by the effects of COVID-19. After a complete shutdown last spring, they created a bubble system for visitors to be able to come to the island and stay within restricted areas during the required quaratine period. Nearly one year…
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Beaches/Outdoors/Adventure
Buccaneer Beach Bar to Reopen Sunday April 18 with Live Music By Arrow William
Buccaneer Beach Bar has announced — per project launch and marketing manager, Martha Marsden — that they will be re-opening on Sunday, April 18, 2021, under new ownership. Yes, the same great location on Kim Sha Beach in Simpson Bay will once again be the go-to bar for locals and…
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Sint Maarten
Frontier Airlines Announces New Service, $89 Introductory Fares to Sint Maarten’s Princess Juliana International Airport
Frontier Airlines has just announced that they will be initiating new service from two cities in the United States to Sint Maarten’s Princess Juliana International Airport. Weekly non-stop service will commence from Orlando and Miami, with both beginning on July 10, 2021. “We’re overjoyed to add St. Maarten to our…
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Saint Martin
Saint Martin’s Coco Beach Announces Plans to Reopen On Wednesday, December 9
The high season is near in Saint Martin and, while there’s uncertainty about what it will look like this year, it can’t come soon enough. Businesses normally shutter during hurricane season, until after November 1, but this season has seen some businesses extend closings due to a reduction in tourism…
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