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Club Orient Beach and Erosion TJTrippe 2 hours ago erosion has taken a bigger toll since a year ago. there is now vegetation in the water preventing a walk to the former Papagayo area without getting in the water or wLking into property. oceanfront chalets are in the water line.

as someone mentioned, there are lines of invisble rocks as you enter/exit water which are quite unpleasant. bring water shoes. the water is cloudy compare to our memory, can not see bottom.

still best view on planet

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has greenhouse always had Prime Rib on Monday and Thursday TJTrippe 2 hours ago went last night, good and fast service.

i thought it was on Thursday but menu sign says Monday and Thursday.

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Photos Taken Exactly 25 Years Ago CaribLee Yesterday at 10:58 PM One is La Rosa Too. Our favorite restaurant back in the day. The sunset was nice....but I was amazed that the Italian flag showed up in the clouds. Italian restaurant and Italian flag on the same day. Interesting. July 23, 2001.

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New Pedros being built on Orient TJTrippe Yesterday at 05:58 PM framing up

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Willie T Curlygirl Yesterday at 12:02 PM What night is local night at Willie T

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Wednesday- day 6 fabila Yesterday at 11:17 AM We decided to take a ride over to Marigot for breakfast at Croissant Royal. It had been several years since we’d been there or spent any time around the Marigot Marina, so it seemed like the perfect morning outing.

The restaurant was extremely busy, and while the service was warm and friendly throughout, it was noticeably slow. It took quite a while for our drinks to arrive, and the kitchen seemed to be struggling to keep up with the volume of customers. That said, the staff remained pleasant and apologetic, and it was clear they were doing their best.

We arrived around 10:00 a.m. after leaving a little later than planned and encountering only light traffic. The restaurant was packed, and I noticed there were very few outdoor tables. When I asked about it, one of the staff members explained that they had to reduce their outdoor seating because the building next door was supposed to be demolished. That was nine years ago, she said, and they’re still waiting. She also mentioned they have a liquor license but haven’t added a full bar yet, although they do serve wine.

We ordered 2 plain croissants along with two savory breakfast crêpes. After waiting about 20 minutes or so, I asked if we could have the croissants first. The server smiled and explained they had run out and a fresh batch was in the oven. She thought they would probably be ready around the same time as our crêpes, and that’s exactly what happened.

We both ordered the breakfast special crêpe with ham, egg, and cheese. David had his egg over medium, while I chose scrambled. The crêpes were generously sized and packed with filling. The croissants arrived hot from the oven and were served with a choice of strawberry or raspberry jam. We chose raspberry, and they were absolutely delicious. Despite the slower pace, the food was well worth the wait.

After breakfast, we spent the rest of the day at our beachfront. The water was a choppier than the day before. We had several brief showers throughout the day—mostly light sprinkles with two two heavier downpours—but nothing that lasted very long.

In the evening, we headed to the Yacht Club, where Wednesday night’s entertainment featured Gabriel singing and playing guitar. He was good and encouraged requests.

David ordered the grilled chicken breast with mushroom sauce, mashed potatoes, and mixed vegetables. I chose the ribs with French fries and a salad. Both tasty and satisfying. To finish, we shared a slice of apple pie served with ice cream and fresh whipped cream—absolutely delicious. I also treated myself to one of Koko’s beautifully made espresso martinis, the perfect ending to a wonderful evening.

Our trip is beginning to wind down, with only two more days left. As always, the time has flown by.[b][/b]

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Saturation point.. Manpot 07/22/2026 08:32 PM ...and I think we have reached it. Yesterday on White Bay , JVD the endless flow of cruise shippers made it impossible to find a chair ,very hard to order a drink and food..and just when one wave left another followed.I ran a tab at Gertrudes for close to $200 and it took me 20 mins in line to pay it. because people lined up with tickets for a "free' rum punch! Think this is good for our economy?Then today I made a blunder and went to CGB thinking the cruise ship left at 2.30...the place was more jammed than I have ever seen it..ever.I made it to the ATM and then was completly jammed in by double parked "Safari' buses..with others trying to get down the road.. As I sat..completely jammed in a group of cruise shippers passed me and one said" God..they must really hate us!".Nuff said..Oh and was there a cop to be found directly this romeo foxtrot???Its really time to look at the number of passengers we can handle and the nub ler of massive Safari buses on our narrow windy streets. Sadly this just drives awy the folks who come to "Nature;s Little Secrets" and rent a villa, car and dine out..Rant over. and I hope the Tourist Board reads this ( yeah right).

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La Playa Orient Beach dbarr 07/22/2026 05:15 PM Planning a future visitor. Thinking about stay at La Playa. Can anyone tell me how the restaurant/beach bar is?

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July 21 , day 5 fabila 07/22/2026 12:08 PM A very mellow day today. We didn’t feel like venturing too far from the villa, so we spent most of the day on-site, in the water, floating on noodles. The water was incredibly calm, making it the perfect place to relax and unwind. Best of all, there was no sargassum!

Later, we headed over to D’s Beach Bar & Grill for Taco Tuesday. They offer a special menu on this day where you can order single tacos, burritos, and nachos. One fried fish taco for me, and off the regular menu, the Bang Bang Shrimp appetizer. The single tacos come with lettuce, tomato, shredded cheese, and pico de gallo.

David ordered tacos from the regular menu, which come with three. There are several different protein options, and he went with the panko-fried fish tacos, which include slaw and pico de gallo with a side of chipotle crema. All tacos are served in flour tortillas.

We returned to the beach for the remainder of the day.

Continuing with a laid back day dinner was at the Driftwood We shared the Driftwood Special pizza with sausage, ham, green and red peppers. Their bottled spicy infused oil is a nice touch to add on top of the slice —adds a kick! Thin crust with a crisp underside, sturdy enough to fold without flopping and not greasy perfect eats. We wanted to order the medium, but the bartender said it was too small, so we ordered the large, which came with eight slices. Two slices too many for us.

We enjoy going to Driftwood for a casual meal that’s close to home. The music is always on point, and tonight made the world feel a little smaller. They were playing Now That We Found Love by Third World, and sitting opposite us at the bar was the drummer from the band. Such a cool and unexpected moment! 🎶✨

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Controls arrest scooter driver SXMScubaman 07/21/2026 10:41 PM "Scooter rider arrested with firearm.
On July 20th, at approximately 9:50 p.m., officers of the Korps Politie Sint Maarten (KPSM) Patrol Unit were conducting a routine patrol when they observed an individual riding a scooter.
Officers attempted to stop the rider for a control; however, the individual initially failed to comply. Following the stop and subsequent control, officers discovered that the suspect was in possession of a handgun.
The suspect was immediately arrested at the scene and transported to the Philipsburg Police Station, where he remains in custody pending further investigation.
The firearm was confiscated and taken into as evidence. The investigation into this incident is ongoing. KPSM remains committed to conducting regular controls and proactive patrols aimed at removing illegal firearms from the streets.
These enforcement efforts are part of the police force’s ongoing commitment to enhancing public safety and ensuring that the community remains as safe and secure as possible.
KPSM urges the public to continue cooperating with law enforcement by reporting suspicious activities.
Together, we can contribute to a safer Sint Maarten. "

Keep up the good work.

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