10 Things You NEED TO KNOW About St Maarten Cruise Port

Name: 10 Things You NEED TO KNOW About St Maarten Cruise Port
Uploaded: 2025-10-15T00:00:00+00:00
Duration: 8 min 36 s
Channel: Solo Travel 1974

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👁️ 8K views📅 6 months ago⏱️ 8:36

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Wind Surf

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Caribbean · WinterFirst-Time Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

I've cruised St. Martin on P and O Britannia in January for the first time, and I loved it.

It quickly became one of my favorite ports of call and I've explored both the Dutch and French sides of the island.

The atmosphere was absolutely buzzing. I loved seeing so many different ships lined up together.

Maho Beach is famous worldwide because it sits directly next to the runway of Princess Juliana International Airport.

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Get off early to beat the cues for taxis and excursions.

✓Time your day carefully so you don't miss out.

✓Visit Maho Beach in the early afternoon when the largest aircraft usually land.

✓Bring sunglasses to protect your eyes from the blowing sand at Maho Beach.

✓Allow extra time for traffic on the return journey if heading to Maho Beach.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Beating crowds and queues — Get off early and time your day carefully to avoid missing out.

Safety at Maho Beach — Don't stand directly behind departing planes and keep a firm hold on belongings due to powerful jet blasts.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are the best things to do near Philipsburg and around St. Maarten?

QHow can I plan my day ashore in St. Maarten?

QWhat should I know about Maho Beach and the airport landings?

QHow do taxis and water taxis work at the port?

QWhat are the differences between the Dutch and French sides of the island?

Topics Covered

Port Destination3½ Happy BaconExcursions4 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Marigot3 Happy Bacon

Philipsburg3½ Happy Bacon

Top: beach hopping excursion with Caribbean cruise excursions

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YouTube Video Description↓

This is my St Maarten cruise port guide , covering the best things to do near Philipsburg and around the island. If you are cruising to St Maarten in 2026, this video shows you how to plan your day: Maho Beach, Orient Beach, Marigot and Fort Louis, Great Bay, Oyster Pond, taxis, water taxi, and duty-free shopping. I’ve visited St Maarten with P& O Britannia Caribbean Cruises and I’ll share practical tips to help you make the most of your time ashore. If this helped, watch next: • 10 Things You Need to Know About a Caribbean Cruise with P&O – practical tips for the whole region https://youtu.be/Ia-zCM8FJrE • Antigua Cruise Port – 10 Things You Need to Know https://youtu.be/Yxp_krIkXYE • St Lucia Cruise Port – 10 Things You Need to Know - https://youtu.be/PkPVcjjbJp4 • Caribbean Ports Playlist – all my island guides in one place - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL40w_zdtYurmJPsUQ_uNPxeDyagiC54Y2 About me: I’m a British solo traveller who’s visited 70+ countries and cruises regularly with P&O, Princess Cruises, and Royal Caribbean. I make clear, no-fluff guides to help you plan with confidence. 📍 New videos every week – Subscribe & join the adventure! https://www.youtube.com/@solotravel1974?sub_confirmation=1 #stmaarten #cruiseport #mahobeach #cruisetips #caribbeancruise Chapters 00:00 - 10 Things You Need to Know About St Maarten Cruise Port 00:39 - Philipsburg Cruise Port – What to Expect 01:21 - Dutch and French Culture in One Stop 02:28 - Getting Around the Island 03:21 - Great Bay Beach - Close to Port 04:04 - Orient Beach - Watersports & Relaxation 04:46 - Marigot - French Capital & Fort Louis 05:33 - Island Tours - See It All 06:42 - Duty Free Shopping - Front Street Philipsburg 07:02 - Maho Beach - World Famous Airport Landings 07:53 - Tips for Making the Most of Your Day 08:13 - Outro - What to Watch Next!