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Philipsburg, St. Maarten
Philipsburg is the capital of St. Maarten, the Dutch side of the island, and a wonderful port to visit during a Caribbean cruise. With so many incredible things to do and see, there is a little bit of something for everybody in Philipsburg. Aside from gorgeous beaches, you will discover a scenic boardwalk area, charming boutiques, casinos, historic ruins, Caribbean restaurants, and much more! Watersport options are abounding, and include opportunities to swim, snorkel, jet ski, boat tours, and more. Plus, you can always wander to the French side of the island (St. Martin), to discover even more things to do, see, and experience! If you take a cruise that starts in Philipsburg, with so many incredible opportunities, you might consider spending additional time in Philipsburg before or after your cruise.
A great time to visit Philipsburg is during its dry season, which occurs between December and May. If you’re looking to avoid crowds, you might consider visiting Philipsburg on a cruise in January or April.
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Destinations for Cruises from Philipsburg, St. Maarten
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Cruise Lines with Cruises from Philipsburg, St. Maarten
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Specialty Cruise Lines
These cruise lines offer a truly unique vacation experience, with a wide range of possible amenities and itineraries. Some are expedition cruise lines, others have sailing yachts or are coastal ships.
On these types of cruise lines, there's usually a focus on a specific destination or theme. Itineraries are usually very destination intensive, aided by the fact that they're able to reach many ports of call that larger ships can't.
Expedition cruise lines are a great fit for adventure-seeking travelers, featuring exciting destinations like the Galapagos Islands, Antarctica, and the Norwegian coast. During the cruise, there will usually be plenty of interesting lectures given by experts on the destination being visited. Often, shore excursions are included in the cost of the cruise. In fact, some of these cruise lines have all-inclusive pricing. There's a definite focus on the ship's surrounding scenery, as well as opportunities to view wildlife in their natural habitat. Small, but comfortable, ships are commonplace here, with anywhere from basic to very luxurious public spaces, cuisine, and accommodations (depending on the cruise line and ship).
Sailing Yachts, sail-assisted motor ships, offer a really unique vacation experience. Accommodations and cuisine on these intimate vessels can be anywhere from good to fantastic, depending on the cruise line. Destinations offered by these cruise lines may include the Caribbean, Europe, Panama Canal, Tahiti, and Costa Rica.
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Luxury Cruise Lines
When the finest cruise vacation is your top priority, this is the place to start.
On a luxury cruise line, guests experience highly personalized service, a more intimate (and usually formal) onboard experience, gourmet cuisine, well-appointed accommodations, and fantastic amenities. Many of these brands have smaller ships, allowing them to reach ports of call that the larger ships can't, which results in unique itineraries.
All of these brands feature a version of all-inclusive pricing, and some of them have ships with all-suite accommodations. Although these cruise lines are usually more expensive than the rest, they also provide their guests with so much more, resulting in a fantastic value when considering all that's included.
For nearly 50 years, Lindblad Expeditions has been taking their guests on expedition style trips around the world. Through their alliance with National Geographic, they're able to provide a unique variety of special features on their cruises. For instance, all Lindblad expeditions are joined by National Geographic experts, and their guests may be able to use state-of-the-art equipment including bow cameras, ROVs, kayaks, undersea cameras, hydrophones, video-microscopes, crittercams. Some of the destinations offered by Lindblad Expeditions are the exotic Galapagos Islands, Egypt, Alaska, South America, Antarctica, the Mexican Riviera, and Europe.
Experience a different and magical way of cruising. Ponant prides themselves in providing modest-sized yachts that will transport you where most larger ships cannot reach. Included on board are restaurants that prepare the finest in French-inspired cuisine, as well as a well-trained and discreet staff whose goal is to provide you with the best service possible. For those who enjoy the luxurious life, some of their ships have butler service (for guests staying in select suites). All this and so much more is offered, along with all the privacy you could ask for. Come experience cruising "A la Française", the tasteful style of this company.
Seabourn is one of the world's most luxurious cruise lines, offering state of the art amenities such as complimentary welcome champagne, open bars, complimentary gourmet dining and personalized service. Since its founding, Seabourn's ultra-luxury ships have consistently ranked among the very best vacation experiences in surveys, polls and the annual honors lists of international guidebooks and travel critics. New for Seabourn in May 2018 was Seabourn Ovation, sister ship to the innovative Seabourn Encore.
SeaDream is an innovative yachting company. Their two sleek and rakish SeaDream yachts are highly acclaimed by discerning travelers seeking a unique seagoing experience and by travel industry observers everywhere. SeaDream yachting is different from big ship cruising. Unlike cruises, yachting allows for a smaller and more personalized level of service not found anywhere else. You'll be pampered by their award-winning service and cuisine. You can be as active or as relaxed as you want to be while experiencing the ultimate in luxury, privacy and personalization.
Silversea's all-inclusive ultra-luxury vacations appeal to discriminating travelers accustomed to plush accommodations and attentive, individualized service. Distinguished by its award-winning, all-suite ships and impeccable service, Silversea's all-inclusive fares include round-trip airfare (from select gateways), a pre-cruise deluxe hotel stay, all beverages including select wines and spirits, gratuities, transfers, and a special shoreside event, The Silversea Experience, on select sailings.
Discover a new age of sailing, where the traditions of the past are combined with the modern comforts and amenities of the present. Star Clippers' tall ships are perfect for cruising in casual elegance. On board you will enjoy a relaxed atmosphere, friendly crew, and international cuisine, all in pampered comfort. If you're a boating enthusiast, you can choose to lend a hand hoisting the sails, you can climb the mast, or you can just lay back and let the crew do all the work.
With over 70 years of expertise in extraordinary remote destinations, Swan Hellenic offers a truly unique luxury cruise experience with its brand-new fleet of expedition ships. The company focuses on guests' preferences and needs, environmental safety, and once-in-a-lifetime adventures, proposing enriching cultural expeditions with unforgettable itineraries to Iceland, Norway, Antarctica, Lands of the Celts, Lands of the Vikings, and more.
Windstar was created with the vision to offer an alternative to the typical cruise or resort vacation. The Windstar passenger sees the world with luxurious accommodations, a casual yet elegant atmosphere, and exquisite service and cuisine. Well known for cruising off the beaten path and pampering without pretense, they sail to exotic locales and hidden harbors that larger ships can't access. Windstar Cruises operates three sailing yachts and three power yachts throughout Europe, the Caribbean, and the Americas.
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Things to do near Philipsburg, St. Maarten
These are just a few of the more popular tourist attractions in Philipsburg, along with a brief description:
♦ Maho Beach
There are many beautiful beaches in Philipsburg, but one of the most appealing is Maho Beach. When spending time at this beach, you can get up close and personal huge jet planes coming in and going out of the nearby Princess Julia airport (making for some very fun photo opportunities)! The waters at this beach are clean and perfect for snorkeling. Plus, there are a few bars located within close proximity, so you don’t have to travel far to get a refreshing rum-infused cocktail! This is one beach that you should definitely add to your bucket list, as a visit is a very once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
♦ Front Street
Front Street is one of the most famous points of interest in Philipsburg. Lined with beautiful trees, plants, and shrubbery, this is one spot you can’t miss out on! You can find some of the best duty-free deals on the island here, including bargains on items such as clothing, jewelry, and liquor. Among the other items you will easily find here include swimwear, tobacco, fragrances, purses, and more. You’ll discover a mixture of upscale shops, souvenir stores, liquor stores, and more. Plus, the boardwalk and a bunch of great restaurants are located in close proximity, making this an excellent place to hit during your time on the island.
♦ Fort Amsterdam
Add in a little bit of history to your vacation with a visit to Fort Amsterdam. This historic fort is currently in ruins but still contains some significant structures, such as a few buildings, and 19th century cannons. Plus, you simply won’t believe the amazing views you can witness from its vantage point! There is a short but easy hike required to access this fort. Once you’re there, informational signs provide you with more insight and history into Fort Amsterdam’s past.
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