Cole Bay Lookout the Best View on the Island Stand at the top of Harold Jack Hill and take in the most breathtaking panoramic view St. Maarten has to offer. From here, you can see the stunning Simpson Bay Lagoon, Maho Beach, and multiple neighboring islands all at once the perfect spot for photos and unforgettable memories. Your camera will thank you.

Topper's Rhum Distillery taste the Caribbean in a Glass Step inside St. Maarten's most beloved rum distillery and discover the story behind the island's finest spirit. Sample a selection of handcrafted rums, indulge in rum-infused ice cream, and learn the fascinating history of how this Caribbean treasure is made straight from the source. A must-do stop for every visitor to the island.

Maho Beach the Most Famous Beach in the World You've seen it on TV, you've watched the videos online now it's your turn to live it. Welcome to Maho Beach, where massive jets roar just feet above your head as they land at Princess Juliana Airport. Feel the rush, grab your camera, and sip on complimentary rum punch or your favorite cold beverage from our cooler while you soak in one of the most unique experiences on the planet. Browse the vibrant Maho village, pick up some souvenirs, and take pictures you'll be showing off for years. Once you've been to Maho, nowhere else compares.

Marigot Bonjour, Welcome to the French Side Ooh la la welcome to Marigot, the charming capital of French Saint-Martin. This is where the Caribbean meets Paris. Browse duty-free and tax-free boutiques for luxury goods, souvenirs, fine spirits, and authentic Cuban cigars. Treat yourself to fresh organic coconuts, sample local Creole cuisine, and step into one of the island's legendary French bakeries — where the pastries are so good, you'll forget you're at the beach. For the adventurous, climb the 100 steps up to Fort Louis, the island's most iconic fort, and take in the sweeping views of the harbor below. Then wind down with a visit to the French museum and soak in 500 years of Caribbean history. Marigot is not just a stop it's an experience.

Orient Bay Beach paradise Found Welcome to the crown jewel of Saint-Martin. Feel the powder-soft white sand between your toes as you step onto one of the most beautiful beaches in the entire Caribbean. Orient Bay stretches along a stunning turquoise lagoon with crystal-clear warm waters — the kind of beach you only see in postcards, until today. Choose your vibe relax under a beach umbrella with a cocktail in hand, take a refreshing swim, or go all out with jet skis, flyboard, parasailing, or snorkeling. Beach bars and fine restaurants line the shore, ready to satisfy every craving. Restrooms, changing rooms, and fresh water wash areas are available throughout. And yes — Orient Bay is famously known for its two sections. We'll bring you to the clothing side, but for the curious ones... let's just say the other side is an experience of its own.

Paradise View Lookout Orient Bay from Above Before you set foot on the sand, feast your eyes on something even more spectacular. From the top of this hill, the entire Orient Bay unfolds before you in all its glory a sweeping canvas of turquoise and deep blue as the Atlantic Ocean rolls in to form one of the Caribbean's most iconic beaches. On a clear day, the island of St. Barths shimmers in the distance, adding the perfect finishing touch to a view that will stop you in your tracks. Cameras out this is the shot of the trip.

Border Monument Where Two Nations Meet "Goedenmiddag!" Welcome back to the Dutch side! We slow down at the Border Monument, where two flags mark 350 years of peaceful coexistence the only unguarded border shared between two nations on one island. From here, return to the ship or explore Philipsburg the Caribbean's shopping capital. Fine jewelry, duty-free treasures, and the famous Guavaberry Emporium await. Your driver will bring those returning safely back to the cruise port.

Amsterdam Cheese & Liquor Store free Tastings Await Who says no to free cheese? Stop in at Amsterdam's finest for complimentary cheese tastings, a curated selection of local and international spirits, and the perfect gifts and souvenirs to bring a taste of the Caribbean back home.