I have several updates for people who want to be evacuated from Sint Maarten & Saint Martin. This update pertains to U.S. citizens (first priority), those legally admissible into the U.S., and Canadians only.
Thursday, September 13, 2017
JetBlue will have a free flight on Thursday from SXM to JFK. I reached out to them and they were very helpful in providing me with information. So, big-time kudos to JetBlue for stepping up to the plate in a big way here.
Arrive at the SXM employee parking lot no later than 9 AM. Bring water and food, and your passport or proof of legal admissibility with you to the airport. Expect long wait times. Passengers will be allowed one small carry-on and only service animals will be permitted.
#FYI – @JetBlue offering flight out of #SintMaarten #SXM to #JFK tomorrow, Sept. 14. This is not a US gov’t chartered flight. pic.twitter.com/rw6MOQ06K7
— Travel – State Dept (@TravelGov) September 13, 2017
There isn’t a fee but it will be first-come, first-serve, so you’ll want to be in the parking lot at 9 in the morning!
— JetBlue Airways (@JetBlue) September 13, 2017
Delta is also offering a flight but it is apparently not free. I reached out to them and they were also very helpful – this is what I learned.
Passengers will need to have previously purchased a ticket on Delta for departure from SXM. Here is a link with more information on who qualifies. I’ll admit, I didn’t read it all so you’ll, unfortunately, have to figure it out or call Delta.
Delta offering flights out of Princess Juliana International Airport in #SintMaarten tomorrow. Contact Delta directly for information. #SXM
— Travel – State Dept (@TravelGov) September 13, 2017
The rescheduling guidelines have to be followed for any changes. Please find more information clicking on the following link: … 1/2
— Delta (@Delta) September 14, 2017
…https://t.co/dyDzj23SOs ^AAS 2/2
— Delta (@Delta) September 14, 2017
These guidelines are for passengers with existing Delta reservations on Delta tickets. ^AAS
— Delta (@Delta) September 14, 2017
The Canadian consulate has instructed Canadian citizens to report to the airport on Thursday (tomorrow) before 9 AM if they wish to be evacuated from SXM. Limited luggage will be allowed but no pets.
Click here for more information.
Canadians get to #SintMaarten Airport #SXM before 9am. Limited luggage but no pets allowed. Travel document required https://t.co/AplmgVY5kr
— travel.gc.ca (@TravelGoC) September 14, 2017
Friday, September 14, 2017
Royal Caribbean will be sending a cruise ship capable of carrying 2,450 people on Friday to pick up U.S. citizens and those legally admissible into the United States, and take them to San Juan, Puerto Rico. You must register by sending an email to [email protected].
After registering, meet at Sint Maarten Festival Village on Pond Island on Friday at 6 am. You will be able to park in public parking areas but you will need to have a friend or family member pick up your car. You cannot leave your car there.
All qualified and registered individuals will be taken by bus to port Sint Maarten for departure. Do not go to the port directly. The ship will leave at 5 pm.
Again, bring plenty of food and water with you because it will be a long day.
.@RoyalCaribbean plans to send ship to pick up evacuees from #SintMaarten (Dutch side) on Fri., Sept. 15. Email [email protected] for info. pic.twitter.com/F5vLgDDpNd
— Travel – State Dept (@TravelGov) September 14, 2017
They sent a cruise ship to Philipsburg on Sunday that picked up 280 people. Here’s cool video with a few highlights from that.
A #RoyalCaribbean ship made an unscheduled stop in #StMartin to deliver supplies and pick up stranded travelers. pic.twitter.com/SmT0TL1pji
— USA TODAY Video (@usatodayvideo) September 13, 2017
