Calendar 2024

St. Maarten / St. Martin Events Calendar

Vision for St. Maarten 2025

By means of this document SHTA will try to show its Vision of what an ideal Sint Maarten could like in 2025

Have a Taste of St. Maarten

The campaign of hospitality workers sharing their signature drink or dish is intended to highlight the amazing culinary delights of St. Maarten and to show the destination is up and running in a safe and responsible manner.

SafeSeal

The St Maarten Tourism Bureau, St Maarten Hospitality & Trade Association (SHTA) and occupational health expert company Medwork are pleased to announce the launch of their newest collaboration:  “SafeSeal”!

SHTA is the largest private business representative on the island. The association is dedicated to bringing quality to all aspects of life on Sint Maarten. With the businesses environment on St. Maarten evolving at a record pace, it is good to know that you have someone to turn to for questions, problems and most importantly answers.

Furthermore the SHTA offers a number of direct benefits to increase your bottom line, employee satisfaction and service and socio-economic impact on the island. The SHTA has a proven track record of over 45 years of consistent and professional services to its members.

Contact us for more information on how you can benefit from being a member of the SHTA, call our office at +1-721-542-0108 or email us at info@shta.com

SMILE stands for Sint Maarten Innovation, Initiatives & Industries Linkup Event. The event serves as a platform for innovations, business updates and networking.
The Saint Martin / Sint Maarten Annual Trade Show (SMART) the largest travel platform in the Northeastern Caribbean for foreign tour operators, OTA’s to do business with local hoteliers, DMC’s and excursions.
The Crystal Pineapple Awards recognizes Hospitality & Trade personnel, organizations and associations, for their contribution towards the tourism industry, the island’s main economic pillar.

St Maarten Is Preparing For CFATF Evaluation

St Maarten, March 18th 2024 – St. Maarten is preparing to undergo evaluation by the CFATF in September 2024. Its conformity to regulations against money laundering and terrorism financing will then be assessed. Compliance Caribbean provided a variety of trainings last...

St. Maarten / St. Martin Annual Regional Tradeshow (SMART) Starts Countdown to “Start of Match Making”

The 16th edition of the St. Maarten / St. Martin Annual Regional Tradeshow (SMART) is only a few days away from setting its first meetings for the April event. Organizers, the St. Maarten Hospitality & Trade Association (SHTA), the St. Maarten Tourism Bureau...

Unforgettable Experience Awaits at the SXM Lagoon Festival 2024

St. Maarten, March 14, 2024 – Get ready to immerse yourself in a week of vibrant celebrations, delectable cuisine, and thrilling competitions at the highly anticipated SXM Lagoon Festival 2024. From March 21st to March 24th, locals and visitors alike are invited to...

Winair Takes Flight to Martinique, Expanding Regional Connectivity

Simpson Bay, St. Maarten – March 08, 2024 – Shortly after its return to Nevis, Winair announces further expansion with a new route – direct flights to Martinique. Starting April 1st, 2024, these flights directly connect Martinique (FDF) to both Sint Maarten (SXM)...

Sol Ecolution Investing In Sustainability Through Renewable Energy Agreement with NIPA

Sol Ecolution, the low-carbon and renewable energy division of The Sol Group, has signed its first renewable energy agreement in St. Maarten with the National Institute for Professional Advancement (NIPA). The agreement will see Sol Ecolution providing the academic...

Securing St Maarten’s Access to Global Financial Markets

Photo caption: Benno van Leeuwen – Trainer & Managing Director Compliance Caribbean St Maarten, March 4th 2024 – St Maarten is being evaluated by CFATF in September 2024 to see if it's following rules against money laundering and terrorism financing. A positive...

EPIC Restarts Internationally Recognized Green Key Certification and Blue Flag Award on Sint Maarten

MAHO – Environmental Protection in the Caribbean (EPIC) Foundation is proud to announce its reinstatement as the National Operator for both the Green Key and Blue Flag programs for Sint Maarten, effective March 2024. Having previously held this role from...

WINAIR and PJIA Day Trip Specials Take Flight with Over 500 Bookings in Two Weeks

Simpson Bay, St. Maarten – February 28, 2024 – Windward Islands Airways International (WINAIR) and Princess Juliana International Airport (PJIA) are pleased to announce the resounding success of their collaborative Day Trip Specials. Within a month after the launch,...

Winair CEO Hans van de Velde: Our Success is Defined by Collaboration

Picture caption: Winair CEO Hans van de Velde (right) with five of the airline’s dedicated employees working towards achieving IOSA certification. By Jacqueline Hooftman SIMPSON BAY-- In the office of Windward Islands Airways International N.V. (Winair) on Airport...

Princess Juliana International Airport (PJIA) to provide “Hub Lunch” at SMART Tradeshow

St. Maarten Princess Juliana International Airport (PJIA) will offer tourism dignitaries domestic and foreign a "Hub Lunch" during the upcoming St. Maarten / St. Martin Annual Regional Tradeshow (SMART) this April 8-11. This was announced today by organizer SHTA.SMART...
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