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My only advice would be to not overschedule. I have been an owner at LaPlage for the past 25 years, and there's really a lot to do within easy walking distance. I've had visitors come down and after one drive around the island they really just want to reax by the pool, watch the planes or go to the beach. LaPlage has an excelent location, and I don't even usually rent a car anymore. Mullet Bay beach is a short walk up the street, and I suspect that in August getting a group of 15 chairs there would not be that difficult - you might even be able to negotiate a group price as August would be off-season. LaPlage, of course, has chairs for its guests, and again, in August, it may not be that crowded, so fifteen chairs might be possible. You can use the little van/busses and get down to Simpson Bay or Phillipsburg for a couple of dollars - at night you may have to take a taxi back, but that's still cheaper than renting a car. The little van/busses pass in front of the LaPlage every few minutes, and there's a taxi stand right in front of the Sonesta next door. Right in Maho there's live entertainment every night at the Hole in Walll. The new Smashburgers is really good and reasonably priced. The new Maho Deli makes excellent sandwiches and terrific breakfasts - aslo reasonably priced. The Driftwood Boat Bar will give you a real island vibe (lots of locals) has good food - also reasonably priced - and some of the best frozen drinks on the island. At the other end of Maho beach (also very walkable) You'll find the Sunet Beach Bar (unfortunately overwhelmed now by tours off the cruise ships) and the Sand Bar. Parking in Maho can be challenging. There's a parking garage under La Terasse next to the market, and guests at LaPlage can arrange permits, but there's a nightly fee and with 3 or 4 vehicles it could add up. For a special night out there are many fine restaurants in Maho. The Tortuga, right at LaPlage, has probably one of the best settings for a nice meal on the island - right on the water! One other consideration might be island traffic. I can't really comment since I don't usually rent a car anymore, but manhy posters complain about it, but again, in August, it may not be that bad . Anyway, I guess the pont of my ramblings is to suggest not overscheduling and perhaps only renting vehicles for a couple of days and taking advantage of the location of LaPlage in Maho. Whatever you do - don't worry - you can't have a bad time in Saint Martin!