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After a brief lesson and practice, this regatta offers you a unique opportunity to race an exotic, multi-million-dollar, 12-meter genuine America’s Cup race boat. Grind a winch, trim a sail, punch a stopwatch or take the helm. After the race there’s a rum punch celebration. Previous sailing experience is not required. more info

Visit St. Martin’s élite group of talented artists. Ride along the French side of the island for spectacular views, stopping at several different artists’ homes or studios. View many different genres of local artwork and hear from the artists themselves about their work. more info

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Bring the family and join this fun-filled fishing trip aboard a newly-renovated, custom-built fishing boat, Bubba. A five-minute drive brings you to the Doc Maarten Marina where you will board Bubba and be welcomed by the professional crew--skipper, mate and host/hostess. It’s a 45-minute cruise along the stunning St.  Maarten coastline to the site, and you will be given a high-tech ... more info

Welcome to the two countries on one island, with distinctive European influence. You’ll drive through the capital of the Dutch side, along the salt pond, with a panoramic view of Philipsburg Harbor. Continue driving through the villages of the French side with a spectacular view of Orient Beach and neighboring islands.  Continue through typical Caribbean villages to Grand Case--the &... more info

If you have always wanted to try scuba diving but just couldn’t find the time, the time is now! Join this Discover Scuba tour and experience the undersea world of tropical marine life, coral reefs and sunken wrecks in just a few short hours. No experience necessary. This introduction to Scuba is designed for the nondiver and is easy, safe and fun. Your instructor will also be happy to tak... more info

Enjoy a scenic drive along the South Coast of the Island, meeting up with the large, spacious double-decked Explorer catamaran, waiting at the lagoon. Enjoy vast sundecks and shady areas with two bars offering unlimited free rum punch while you cruise through Simpson Bay Lagoon. View the homes of the rich and famous along the shoreline. Listen to great CDs of calypso tunes while being entertain... more info

Drive to the village of Grand Case to board the Seaworld Explorer semi-submarine for a narrated 45-minute tour of the coral reefs around Creole Rock. The vessel does not submerge--you descend into the hull of the boat and sit in air-conditioned comfort five feet below the surface of the water. Returning to shore, your tour continues to the French capital of Marigot to explore this attract... more info

Lush tropical gardens, pools, fountains and waterfalls, and rare and exotic butterflies are featured in the gardens of the Butterfly Farm.  Your guide will identify species and share amazing butterfly facts.  Witness the various stages of the butterflies’ life-cycle and wander on your own through the gardens. Approximately 45 minutes in Marigot will be included for your shopping pl... more info

Orient Bay is the “French Riviera of the Caribbean” with more than 1½ miles of white sand beaches. Upon arrival you will be greeted with a welcome rum or a fruit punch. Relax or swim at a location with the flavor of exotic European destinations. A delicious lunch of barbecue chicken, ribs or fish is served, with beer, wine or a mixed drink. Lounge chairs are included in an area... more info

Sail by catamaran to the island of Tintamar, with champagne and an open bar. Once at Tintamar, swim in a quiet cove, snorkel in the crystal-clear waters, or relax on a beach float. Snorkel instruction is available. On the return trip, listen to music while enjoying cocktails and snacks from the open bar. more info

This excursion is no longer being offered by Holland America Line. Please make an alternate tour selection for this port.

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Whether you’re a two-wheeled novice or a seasoned road veteran, this is the ride of your life that will combine Harley-Davidson from the streets of Milwaukee with the wild nature of this Caribbean island. After departing the harbor by bus, you will enjoy the scenic drive through Philipsburg, the Dutch capital, to the staging point, where you will pick up your Harley Davidson motorcycle.... more info

A fully narrated, air-conditioned bus ride will take you away from the hustle and bustle of modern life to experience the tranquility of Loterie Farm, an adventure, private nature reserve and historical site. After receiving a brief overview of the uniqueness of this property and receiving your complimentary bottled water you will climb aboard an open-air safari truck for the ascent to "Pic Paradi... more info

Experience the full beauty of natural St. Maarten on a scenic trip to some of the island’s best ecological attractions and areas.  First you will travel along Philipsburg’s natural salt ponds, then arrive at the St. Martin Park where a guide will introduce you to an amazing array of parrots and macaws. The tropics come alive with 80 species of bats, monkeys, birds, reptiles, amphi... more info

Experience on-the-water excitement with a two-person Rhino Rider--a zippy little 10-foot inflatable motorboat which is yours to command for a couple of hours of fun in the sun. Set out from the calm waters of Simpson Bay Lagoon, following a guide, and you’ll maneuver safely through anchorage and alongside megayacht marinas, before exiting the lagoon. View historic Fort Louis, which overlo... more info

Unwind on one of the Caribbean's best beaches--Orient Bay. You will be supplied with a lounge chair and cushion in an area reserved just for you, and you will also enjoy unlimited rum or fruit punch. For approximately two hours you can just relax in the sun, swim or explore the 1 1/2 miles of beach. Parasailing, jet skis, banana boat, boogie boards, massage, tattoo and hair braiding are all availa... more info

Experienced divers can explore the coral reefs or perhaps sunken wrecks. Transfer to your dive boat for a 10- to 15-minute ride to a site chosen for the best conditions of the day. St. Maarten has both wrecks and reefs inside a marine park and you will dive each of these depending upon conditions. Boat dives are 35-70 feet and are inhabited by a variety of local marine life, turtles, rays and Cari... more info

Discover the two worlds of St. Maarten/St. Martin, from the Dutch capital of Philipsburg to the French capital of Marigot. The island has been shared by Holland and France since 1648. You will board a modern air-conditioned motor coach to enjoy the charm and romance of this scenic island. Departing Philipsburg, you will travel past the once-great salt pond and up Mount William Hill for a beauti... more info