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St. Maarten Heineken Regatta 2026 – Four Days of Serious Fun!

St. Maarten Heineken Regatta 2026 – Four Days of Serious Fun!

by Angie | Mar 9, 2026 | Heineken Regatta, Uncategorized

What a week! The St. Maarten Heineken Regatta 2026 has wrapped up, and honestly — we’re still buzzing. Four days of world-class sailing, warm Caribbean vibes, and the kind of energy that only St. Maarten can deliver. If you weren’t here, you...

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There’s something incredibly romantic about dining There’s something incredibly romantic about dining at one of Saint Martin’s 🇫🇷 most iconic restaurants on a night that means everything. Candlelight, exquisite cuisine, the finest wines, and the person you chose to share this Caribbean adventure with. 💙 Le Pressoir, you never disappoint. Tonight’s menu is a journey through flavors we’ll remember long after the last course. From the first amuse-bouche to the final dessert – pure culinary poetry. 🍽️✨ To many more years of Caribbean sunsets, island adventures, and unforgettable dinners together! Cheers! 🥂❤️ #magicofthecaribbean #grandcase #saintmartin #sxm
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Don”t rush the magic… 🍽️🇫🇷 Dinner at Le Cottage to Don”t rush the magic… 🍽️🇫🇷 Dinner at Le Cottage tonight was simply perfection. We started with a stunning Duo of Sea Scallop & Shrimp Carpaccio 🦐 and a gorgeous Asparagus with Camembert & Bacon that had us speechless from the very first bite. 😍 Then came the mains: a delicate Salmon with lemon sauce and crab risotto 🐟🍋 and a beautiful Veal Chop with vegetables and mashed potatoes 🥩 that was cooked to absolute perfection. And the service? Flawless, warm, and everything you’d hope for on a perfect Caribbean evening. 🥂🌴 Le Cottage is open this week and then they’ll be on their well-deserved vacation until September! So if you haven’t been yet, go NOW. You’ll thank us later. 🙌 👉 MOTCCard members save 10% download the Magic of the Caribbean App today! 🔗 www.magicofthecaribbean.com #grandcase #stmaarten #magicofthecaribbean
We are celebrating a 1-year-anniversary! What a ye We are celebrating a 1-year-anniversary! What a year it’s been! We couldn’t be prouder to have Shana and Achille from @alohabeachbarsxm in our Magic of the Caribbean family – and what a duo they are! Both born and raised right here on Saint Martin, these two carry the island’s culinary legacy in their veins. Shana, daughter of the legendary Valou and Georges of La Belle Époque in Marigot. Achille, carrying the spirit of the beloved Le Plongeoir – another Marigot institution. Together? Pure magic. ✨ In just one year, they’ve brought fresh energy, authenticity, and so much heart to this iconic stretch of Orient Bay sand. And the legendary Sunday Tea Dance? Better than ever! 💃🕺 This is what we love about Saint Martin – passion, family, tradition, and the courage to write the next chapter with style and grace. Here’s to Shana, Achille, and the next chapter of Aloha Beach Bar – more sunshine, more rhythm, and even more soul! 🥂🌅 Don’t forget: MOTCCard holders save 10%! 💳 #AlohaBeachBar #OrientBay #SXM #magicofthecaribbean #stmaarten
On Dirait le Sud in Orient Bay just got a gorgeous On Dirait le Sud in Orient Bay just got a gorgeous renovation and we are absolutely loving it! And the menu? Pure gourmet heaven! 😍 🥐 Fresh bread & pastries 🥪 Paninis & sandwiches 🫒 Antipasti & snacks 🍝 Homemade prepared meals 🍰 Delicious desserts 🍷 Wines & liquors 🎁 Gifts & souvenirs shop Whether you’re grabbing a quick bite after a morning at Orient Bay beach, picking up a gourmet picnic for the day, or looking for the perfect Caribbean souvenir – On Dirait le Sud has everything you need in one beautiful spot! Fresh, homemade, and bursting with French-Caribbean flavors. This is what we love about the French side! 🇫🇷💙 Don’t forget your MOTCCard for exclusive benefits!💳✨ #OnDiraitLeSud #OrientBay #SXM #magicofthecaribbean #stmaarten
Maho Beach, St. Maarten — where the planes fly so Maho Beach, St. Maarten — where the planes fly so low you can almost read the passenger list. ✈️🌴 There is truly no place like it in the world, and every single time it gives us goosebumps. A St. Maarten classic that never gets old! Who has been to Maho Beach? Drop a ✈ below! 👇 👉 Plan your St. Maarten adventure at www.magicofthecaribbean.com #stmaarten #sxm #magicofthecaribbean #throwback
Your Summer break should look like THIS! 🌴☀️ Whil Your Summer break should look like THIS! 🌴☀️ While the rest of the world is watching soccer, we’re here at Mullet Bay letting the Caribbean Sea do its thing. Turquoise water, warm sand, gentle breeze. You should consider this your official out-of-office message! 🩵 No meetings. No deadlines. No alarm clocks. Just pure island bliss from sunrise to sunset! 😎🌊 This is what summer break was made for and St. Maarten is serving it up perfectly! Is your summer break sorted yet? Because Mullet Bay just raised the bar! 🏖️✨ Tag someone who needs this 👇 #caribbeansummer #stmaarten #islandlife #magicofthecaribbean
Now THAT’S how you do a day in St. Maarten! 🌴☀️ 🌅 Now THAT’S how you do a day in St. Maarten! 🌴☀️ 🌅 Started the morning with an incredible breakfast at One Love by K on the French side – because the best days always begin with good food! 🏖️ Followed by a leisurely morning stroll along the beach – soft sand, turquoise water, and not a care in the world. Just us and paradise! 😍 🍹 By afternoon we landed at Dinghy Dock in Simpson Bay for some refreshing drinks and... wait for it... ⚽ FIFA WORLD CUP with the most amazing crew! The energy, the cheering, the laughs – this is what island life is ALL about! What a vibe! 🙌🎉 From French side to Dutch side – this is the beauty of St. Maarten. Two sides, one perfect island, endless memories! 💙 Pro tip: Flash your @motccard at @dinghydockbar for 10% off! More savings = more rounds during extra time! 😉💳 Who’s joining us tomorrow? 👇 . . #stmaarten #sxm #magicofthecaribbean #islandlife #caribbeanvibes
🎆 Happy 4th of July from Simpson Bay Lagoon! 🎆 And 🎆 Happy 4th of July from Simpson Bay Lagoon! 🎆 And what better way to celebrate than watching paradise come alive! 🌴⛵ Every morning, the lagoon transforms into the most beautiful traffic jam you’ve ever seen – boats heading out for sun-soaked adventures to Anguilla, around the island, and beyond! This is freedom, Caribbean style! No fireworks needed when you’ve got THIS view! 😍🌊 Ready to join the fleet? Book your day trip with Boomerang SXM Charters and don’t forget to flash your MOTCCard for 10% off! 💳✨ Because the best way to celebrate any occasion is on the water in paradise! ⛵☀️ See you out there! 🙌 #HappyFourthOfJuly #SimpsonBayLagoon #BoomerangSXM #SXM #magicofthecaribbean
Today’s beach: Mullet Bay! 🏖️☀️ Don’t you just wa Today’s beach: Mullet Bay! 🏖️☀️ Don’t you just want to jump right into that turquoise water? 🌊😍 We saved you a beach chair – and trust us, you’re going to want it! Soft white sand, crystal clear water, barely a soul in sight, and a gorgeous 86°F of pure Caribbean sunshine warming your skin. This is your sign to book that trip! ✈️🌴 Save on your chair at @sxmcbb by presenting your @motccard Tag the person you’d share this beach chair with! 👇 #MulletBay #SXM #magicofthecaribbean #stmaarten #caribbeanparadise
Orient Bay is showing off today and we are HERE fo Orient Bay is showing off today and we are HERE for it! 🏖️☀️ Crystal clear turquoise waters, soft white sand, and that breathtaking view that never gets old. Some days on this island are just absolutely perfect – and today is one of them! 😍 Whether you’re a sunbather, a water sports enthusiast, or simply someone who appreciates pure Caribbean beauty, Orient Bay delivers every single time. Oh, and the water? 👌 Let’s just say conditions couldn’t be more perfect right now. Come see for yourself! 😉🌊 Tag someone who needs this view in their life TODAY! 👇 Meet us at @alohabeachbarsxm . . #OrientBay #SXM #magicofthecaribbean #stmaarten #caribbeanparadise
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Big moves at SMART 2026! 🌴💼 We were at the Saint Big moves at SMART 2026! 🌴💼 We were at the Saint Martin/Sint Maarten Annual Regional Tradeshow, rubbing shoulders with buyers, suppliers, and tourism professionals from 30 countries – all here for one reason: to keep our beautiful island on top of the Caribbean game! And the numbers? They speak for themselves: 📈 18% increase in arrivals ✈️ Air arrivals up 23% in Q1 2026 💑 #1 Caribbean destination for couples 🌍 57 buyers & 62 suppliers from around the world St. Maarten/St. Martin isn’t just having a good season – we’re building serious momentum! 🚀 It’s always St. Martin – and we couldn’t be prouder to be part of this island’s incredible story! Ready our new blog post! Link in our story 🩵 #SMART2026 #SXM #caribbeantravel #stmaarten @smarttradeshow @shtasxm @vacationstmaarten
If Caribbean travel had a flavor, it would taste e If Caribbean travel had a flavor, it would taste exactly like this evening at Le Cottage in Grand Case, St. Martin. 🇫🇷✨ We started with a stunning Shrimp Carpaccio — delicate, fresh, and absolutely beautiful on the plate. 🦐 Followed by a melt-in-your-mouth Beef Picanha that had us completely speechless. 🥩🔥 Paired with a gorgeous Sancerre and kicked off with our favorite Tampico cocktail — this was dining at its finest. 🥂🍸 Grand Case is known as the culinary capital of the Caribbean — and evenings like this are exactly why. If you’re planning your Caribbean travel and want one restaurant that absolutely cannot be missed — Le Cottage is it. 🌴😍 And with your @motccard you save 10% — so you can treat yourself without the guilt! 🙌 👉 Download the Magic of the Caribbean App and flash your card! 🔗 www.magicofthecaribbean.com #caribbeantravel #grandcase #stmartin
🚨 BIG NEWS FOR ST. MAARTEN! 🚨 The wait is finally 🚨 BIG NEWS FOR ST. MAARTEN! 🚨 The wait is finally over! 🎉 A brand new hotel is coming to the iconic former Club Orient property in Orient Bay, and we couldn’t be more excited about this development for our beautiful island! 🌴✨ The groundbreaking ceremony has officially taken place, marking the beginning of an exciting new chapter for one of St. Martin’s most beloved locations! This is HUGE news for: 🏨 Tourism on our island 💼 Local employment opportunities 🌊 The future of Orient Bay 🏝️ St. Martin’s growing hospitality scene Orient Bay is already one of the Caribbean’s most stunning beach destinations – and this new development promises to take it to an entirely new level! We’ll be keeping a close eye on this exciting project and bringing you all the latest updates right here. Stay tuned! 👀 What do you think about this exciting news for St. Martin 🇫🇷🇸🇽 ? Drop your thoughts in the comments! 👇🩵 . . #StMaarten #OrientBay #ClubO #SXMnaturism #clothingoptinal
People always ask us — “Is St. Maarten nice in Jun People always ask us — “Is St. Maarten nice in June?” 🌺 Nice?! NICE?! 😭 The Flamboyant Trees are on fire with colour. The water is the clearest shade of turquoise you’ve ever seen. The island is lush, green and absolutely glowing. The sunsets? Don’t even get us started. June in St. Maarten isn’t just nice. It’s the island at its natural glory — and honestly one of the best-kept secrets in Caribbean travel. So yes. Come. 🧡 #StMaarten #SaintMartin #MagicOfTheCaribbean #CaribbeanJune #VisitStMaarten
St. Maarten is on fire — in the most beautiful way St. Maarten is on fire — in the most beautiful way. 🌺 Every June, the Flamboyant Trees take over the island with their blazing red-orange canopy, and honestly? No filter needed. This is just what it looks like to live in paradise. If you’re visiting St. Maarten right now, pull over. Look up. You’re welcome. 🧡 Drop a 🌺 if the Flamboyant Tree is your favourite thing about the island! #StMaarten #SaintMartin #MagicOfTheCaribbean #FlamboyantTree #VisitStMaarten
Soft sand between your toes, turquoise water as fa Soft sand between your toes, turquoise water as far as the eye can see, and that warm Caribbean breeze that instantly melts all your stress away. This is Simpson Bay at its finest! The beach vibes here are simply unmatched – whether you’re lounging under a palm tree, splashing in the crystal-clear water, or watching the sailboats drift by. Pure paradise! 🌴 And the best part? Amazing food and incredible drinks just steps from the water’s edge. Because good beach vibes deserve great company – and great cocktails! 🍹😍 This is a happy place. What’s yours? Tag someone who needs a Simpson Bay day! 👇 #SimpsonBay #SXM #magicofthecaribbean #stmaarten
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