hambone1205 Posted July 21, 2004 #76 Share Posted July 21, 2004 ok can we travel to marrigot to shop and sight see then stop at divi for lunch and some swimming the back to port for shopping in p burg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RDMOREU Posted July 21, 2004 #77 Share Posted July 21, 2004 You are such a wonderful young woman to answer our questions! I believe that you mentioned that your father runs a tourist office in Phillipsburg on Front Street. What type of services does he offer? I'm sure - like a previous poster mentioned - that any of us would be glad to avail ourselves of his services, if at all possible. I'm sure that he's as honest and generous an individual as his daughter and we'd love to give him our business if at all possible. Dolores Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gypsygirl Posted July 22, 2004 #78 Share Posted July 22, 2004 Do you know anything about Everyting Cool Bar's new location? We enjoyed stopping there for bite to eat and a frozen drink. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MSUSigmaK Posted July 22, 2004 #79 Share Posted July 22, 2004 Snoopy, have you ever heard of Plantation Furniture in the Orange Grove Shopping Center? My daughter and I will be visiting in late November/early December and she has been searching for places to shop. The shop's site http://www.plantation-sxm.com looks like it has some great items. If you or others know of this place I would love your input. Your thread is wonderful. It is so nice to have suggestions and comments from a local. Thank you! I hope that you have a great cruise to Alaska! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4FRCruising Posted July 22, 2004 #80 Share Posted July 22, 2004 Hi snoopy_leogirl Do you know anything about the Caribbean Duck Tour? Is it still operating? Safe? TIA for any info. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
curly4dana Posted July 22, 2004 #81 Share Posted July 22, 2004 hi! i just found this thread by accident! very neat! i was in st. maarten last april and before that in sept., but i was never able to remember to look for an old store i used to shop in like 20 yrs ago. it was called la romana. i knew the owner and her son. my mom and i were there on vacation 20 yrs. ago and we were stying at the great bay hotel. that's when we met them. we also met a man named david loyd. he worked at the airport back then. i know it was all a long time ago, but seeing this thread and reading that someone actually lived there for 21 yrs. made me jog my memory...wow! i didn't know i even remembered this stuff!! i guess it was just tucked away in the ol' rolodex...lol anyway, any info would be great... thanks... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sandytoes Posted July 22, 2004 #82 Share Posted July 22, 2004 Here is a web site that lists taxi fares to the beaches.... After reading this board, my hubby and I are planning to take a taxi to Orient Bay. Heard there is an underwater marine for snorkeling. How is that? Then hopefully on the way back to cruise ship, stop and see Pic Paradis. I can't wait. Just wondering what shopping deals can be found near the cruise ship port? http://www.sxmtaxi.com/rate.htm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snoopy_leogirl Posted July 22, 2004 Author #83 Share Posted July 22, 2004 You are such a wonderful young woman to answer our questions! I believe that you mentioned that your father runs a tourist office in Phillipsburg on Front Street. What type of services does he offer? I'm sure - like a previous poster mentioned - that any of us would be glad to avail ourselves of his services, if at all possible. I'm sure that he's as honest and generous an individual as his daughter and we'd love to give him our business if at all possible. Dolores Thanks for the really kind words. He has a business on Front Street located across from Old Street named 'Shopper's Paradise'. He has a t-shirt/souvenir business. Very touristy...I think lots of people would like it. Its a small place but we try our best to keep our customers happy. Thanks again! :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snoopy_leogirl Posted July 22, 2004 Author #84 Share Posted July 22, 2004 Do you know anything about Everyting Cool Bar's new location? We enjoyed stopping there for bite to eat and a frozen drink. I wasn't aware of the fact that they have a new location. I know that they were located across the street from the Methodist Church on Front Street and I used to go there years ago for their frozen drinks and volleyball on the beach but we haven't been there in so long...sorry :confused: I don't know where they currently are but if you walk through the street and see any tour guides, I'm sure they would know where its located. :cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snoopy_leogirl Posted July 22, 2004 Author #85 Share Posted July 22, 2004 Snoopy, have you ever heard of Plantation Furniture in the Orange Grove Shopping Center? My daughter and I will be visiting in late November/early December and she has been searching for places to shop. The shop's site http://www.plantation-sxm.com looks like it has some great items. If you or others know of this place I would love your input. Your thread is wonderful. It is so nice to have suggestions and comments from a local. Thank you! I hope that you have a great cruise to Alaska! Yes I have heard of Plantation Furniture. I've passed by there quite a bit and it looks pretty nice, though I have never been inside. We shopped for our home furniture when we were in Miami, FL from El Dorado, Rooms to Go etc. We honestly don't buy much here except for basic needs and a few nice things every once in a while. We do our clothing shopping in Miami (practically) every year because we love the malls there and the variety and quality. But if you are interested in Plantation, go ahead and check it out and see if you end up finding something that you like. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snoopy_leogirl Posted July 22, 2004 Author #86 Share Posted July 22, 2004 Hi snoopy_leogirl Do you know anything about the Caribbean Duck Tour? Is it still operating? Safe? TIA for any info. Okay, I have seen the Caribbean Duck Tour bus a lot, full of people, but recently, I haven't seen it driving around. I think that it either stopped operating, or either it does operate but only during the high season (from October to May or so?!) Maybe I'm wrong, I'm not sure. But I have heard only good things about the tour. Try this link: http://www.caribbeanducktours.com Okay, when you go to tour schedule and then click on 'Click Here To Book Your Tickets Online Now!' it says No Performances so I am guessing that it is temporarily closed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MSUSigmaK Posted July 22, 2004 #87 Share Posted July 22, 2004 Snoopy, thank you for your response! Could you tell me how far Orange Grove Shopping Center is from the docks? We will definitely check it out. Are most places open on Sunday? We unfortunately were in Georgetown on a Sunday and most places were closed, I hope the same isn't true in Philipsburg! It appears that your thread is getting very popular. We certainly will miss you during your three week vacation. Enjoy your trip to the States! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RDMOREU Posted July 22, 2004 #88 Share Posted July 22, 2004 Snoopy-LeoGirl, Hubby and I will definitely go to your father's store on Friday, Nov. 26th, when HAL'S Westerdam docks! Dolores Moreu Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4FRCruising Posted July 23, 2004 #89 Share Posted July 23, 2004 Thank you Snoopy Dang.... :( That was the one fun tour I was looking forward to doing. I was afraid they might not be running in September since I saw that same message on the website. Have a safe and happy trip. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vodad Posted July 23, 2004 #90 Share Posted July 23, 2004 Thanks for all your info the posts have been great! Do you know if there is any snorkoling at Orient Beach Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FlamingoT Posted July 28, 2004 #91 Share Posted July 28, 2004 Has anyone been to the Butterfly Farm in Marigot? It is one of the excursions offered and we are thinking about it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steveNcindy Posted July 29, 2004 #92 Share Posted July 29, 2004 My husband and I will be visiting St. Maarten in January for the first time (A birthday present he gave me!!!). I understand from a co-worker that the shopping is incredible. Can you advise me as to where to and where not to shop? I always like to bring back a special momento from our holidays. Thanks Cindy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DebbieB65 Posted July 29, 2004 #93 Share Posted July 29, 2004 Have you heard of Lucky Stables for horseback riding? I found them in the internet and want to make sure they are reputable? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jazzyjudy Posted July 29, 2004 #94 Share Posted July 29, 2004 Hi, I was wondering if you have used Bayside Riding Club or know anyone who has done this excursion. We are going to St Maarten in October and were thinking of going on a 2 hour horseback ride on the beach and you get to swim with the horse. Any comments would be appreciated. Thanks Judy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PoohUnderstands Posted July 30, 2004 #95 Share Posted July 30, 2004 SnoopyGirl: Would like to take a cab to Maho and watch the planes. My question is: is it easy and quick to get a cab to go back to the ship and how much time would you leave to get back in time so you are not watching the ship leave the dock from the shore!!!!! I hear about the possible traffic backup and/or the bridge going up. I sure would like to see those planes but am concerned if your ship has a 4:00p.m. leaving time, etc. Any ideas so I know if I can try for the Maho Beach around 12:30 to 2:30?Thanks for any help on this. I appreciate your time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gambler Posted July 30, 2004 #96 Share Posted July 30, 2004 Where would be a good place to go on Orient beach for swimming, sunning, food and drink? Is there any snorkeling there or boats to take you out for snorkeling? Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gypsygirl Posted July 31, 2004 #97 Share Posted July 31, 2004 I'd like to bring some Gouda cheese home. Would there be any problem with customs since it's a food item? Also, do you know a nearby grocery store to purchase it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4FRCruising Posted August 1, 2004 #98 Share Posted August 1, 2004 Thank you Snoopy Dang.... :( That was the one fun tour I was looking forward to doing. I was afraid they might not be running in September since I saw that same message on the website. Have a safe and happy trip. Happy to report that the Duck Tour IS running (they will be on vacation for a few weeks in August).....so I'm getting a group together from the Royal Hounds Group Cruise and will be QUACKING in September. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PurrSusan Posted August 1, 2004 #99 Share Posted August 1, 2004 Hello, Snoopy LeoGirl - Thank you so much for your generous help! I particularly love large yellow gold earrings and wonder if any particular jewelry stores are known to have a better selection than other stores. Also, I adore jewelry (earrings, pendants, slides, bracelets) that have a Big Cat (lion, tiger, etc. - not little kitties lol!) motif; do you know of any stores that may have these? Thank you. Dolores Delores, I also collect Big Cat jewelry. If you find any let me know--we won't be going until Oct, 2005! (and, of course, we will have to check out Snoopy LeoGirl's Dad's shop!) Susan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RDMOREU Posted August 2, 2004 #100 Share Posted August 2, 2004 PurrSusan (love that name!!) Will do! Please help me remember and email me at RDMOREU@AOL.COM the beginning of December. Dolores Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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