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Welcome! Welcome to St. Maarten/St. Martin! You’ve come to a very unique country where extraordinary beauty and friendliness contributes to a peaceful and charming Caribbean way of life. It is the smallest island in the world to be shared by two nations, the Netherlands and France, creating a distinctive European influence with a Caribbean panache. St. Maarten is also the culinary capital of the Caribbean, with an array of elegant culinary fusion that keeps “food lovers” returning each year. With more than 300 restaurants, the island has something for everyone. To this splendid island, Simpson Bay Resort & Marina and The Villas at Simpson Bay Resort & Marina brings a wonderful resort, offering a wealth of leisure activities. We have plenty of activities for those who like to keep active, six swimming pools plus a beautiful beach for those who enjoy a more relaxed approach.
I encourage you to attend our morning orientation to receive an overview of our weekly events and resort amenities. You will also receive special details regarding water sports, tours, shopping, dining, beaches and island hopping. The Orientation is held Monday morning, so please stop by our Concierge office or call them by dialing extension 777 for more information. You may also keep in touch with the Resort and St. Maarten all year round by clicking on www.simpsonbayresort.com. The website features information on the resort and the island, with photos, videos and a range of member services for your convenience. The resort staff joins me in extending a warm island welcome. Now sit back, relax, enjoy your vacation and please call on any of the staff – or me personally – whenever we may be of service. We are committed to serving YOU!
Marcel Javois General Manager, Simpson Bay Resort & Marina Ext: 5331 2 RESORT LIFE
Volume 3, Number 1, 2014 • by Royal Resorts Caribbean
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Contents
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Island Tips
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An Aerotropolis could land in St. Maarten
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The New Simpson Bay Causeway
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Waymarks you shouldn’t miss during your stay in St. Maarten.
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Ready for some fun in the sun? Simpson Bay Resort & Marina offers a variety of exciting ways to spend your vacation. At the resort
you can lounge on the beach or poolside, brush up on some tennis skills, experience an aquatic adventure with Aqua Mania or stay pampered at L’Aqualigne Spa. Snorkel and scuba trips, island bus tours, and sunset party cruises are all available for those who prefer adventure.
Need some more ideas? Speak with the Concierge or the knowledgeable staff at Aqua Mania to begin planning an unforgettable experience. Getting your Bearings Stop by the Orientation Briefing on Monday morning for information on the island, resort, activities, shopping and dining. Please check the weekly activity calendar for the time and location or call the concierge desk by dialing Ext. 777.
The Concierge Desk Stop by the Concierge Desk, conveniently located in the resort lobby, for complimentary assistance with all your vacation needs. All members and guests are welcome to fifteen minutes per day, per villa, of free computer/internet access. Visit the Concierge Desk Monday to Sunday or dial 777 from any resort phone
Pamper Body and Soul at the Spa L’Aqualigne Health and Beauty Clinic offer a spectrum of treatments and therapies from massages to facials and more. Call Ext. 5211 for more information. RESORT LIFE 9
Smooth Sailing The calm waters of Simpson Bay are ideal for kayaks and sailing, and as a Resort guest or member you are entitled to the complimentary use of a kayak for half an hour per suite.
Instructors will take guests on Discover Scuba courses to experience diving for the first time, while exploring the reef and sea life right in front of the resort. Paddle boards will encourage guests to gain a small work out while exploring the coastline.
Kayak hours are from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and the use of a kayak is at your own risk. For your own safety, kayak usage is not permitted beyond the reefs; Resort Management recommends kayak usage in the bay-area only. Children must be accompanied by an adult, limit two adults per kayak.
The Kid’s Playstation remains the added feature for kids fun, along with banana boat rides.
Pool Fun
Open Monday to Sunday from 8:15 am to 5:00 pm.
There are six pools on property with one always right outside your villa! Float around in serene comfort or swim up to the pool bar for a drink and some island music.
Sun Tips
The booth also stocks such essentials as suntan lotions, water cameras, and rent snorkel gear and floats. Bookings for all boat trips and activities can be done right at this new location.
Tan on the white sand beach, join in a game of volleyball or explore wildlife with a mask and flippers. See our beach staff to set you up with beach chairs under a palapa.
Beware of over exposure to the Caribbean sun! It is very easy to get carried away with sunbathing, especially if you are not accustomed to the intensity of the tropical sun. Make sure to use sunscreen with the SPF suitable for your skin type. Choose environmentally friendly sun products and apply regularly after going in the water. The hottest part of the day is between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Please remember that you can still get burnt, even when it is cloudy.
Aqua Mania Adventures at the Beach
Beach Towels
Aqua Mania Adventures now has a booth located on Simpson Bay Resort beach at the end of the Flamboyant Building!
Get your beach towels from the towel booth across from the A-building, which is open from 7:00 a.m to 6:00 p.m. daily. Beach towels are also available at the beach towel booth, which is open from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. daily and at Aqua Mania Adventures, which is open from 8:15 a.m. to 5:15 p.m.
Hit the Beach
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Fitness Center
Kid’s Stuff
Keep up with your daily workout at the Fitness Center, where you will find a variety of exercise machines to help you stay in shape. Dial Ext. 5948 for more information. The fitness center is located on the third floor beneath the Resort lobby.
Checked out all the pools already? Time for the next adventure for those youngsters! The Playstation, a floating aquatic playground, is a great way to mix playtime with beach time. Contact Aqua Mania about this and other exciting vacation adventures for the kids such as horseback riding or zip lining.
Tennis Anyone? The Resort has four lighted tennis courts. For lessons with the Tennis Pro or to reserve court time, please contact the Security Office at Ext. 5911/5912.
Resort Shuttle Service Use our shuttle service to get around the Resort. Call the Front Desk at Ext. 5421 or the
Concierge Desk at Ext. 777 to request transport and a van will be sent to your building to take you wherever you want to go on the premises. Transport is available only on request.
Wireless Internet Do you have your laptop with you? Stay connected with free wireless Internet access available at the resort. Call the Front Desk at Ext. 5421 or the Concierge Desk at Ext. 777 for the weekly password.
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Vacation is all about relaxing and having fun. Here are a few tips to make sure your stay on island is nothing but smooth sailing.
Island Lingo English is spoken everywhere but Dutch is the official language of Sint Maarten and French in Saint Martin. You may also hear Papiamentu in Sint Maarten and Creole Patois in Saint Martin. With over 160 different nationalities on the island, you will also hear other world languages such as Spanish, Chinese and Hindi, just to name a few.
Money Matters
The official currency of Dutch St. Maarten is the Netherlands Antilles Guilder (NAF) and on French St. Martin it is the Euro. US dollars and all major credit cards are widely accepted and there are ATMs throughout the island. Identification is needed in order to cash travelers checks.
Phones To place a call from the resort to numbers on the Dutch side of the island, dial 9 + the 7-digit number. To call the French side of the island, dial 9 + 00590 + 590 + the 6 digit number; for cell phones on the French side, please dial 9 + 00690 + 590 + the 6 digit number. Please note that Country Sint Maarten is now part of the North American dialing plan; the North American prefix is 721 followed by the 7 digit number. For example, if you call Simpson Bay Resort from North America, dial +1-721-544-2503.
Drinking Water Water is one of our most precious commodities here on St. Maarten. Seawater is converted into fresh water by our desalination plant, a very sophisticated process. There is no need to buy bottled water; St. Maarten’s water from the tap is safe to drink.
to be on the alert for anything amiss. We also recommend that you use the in-room safe to store your valuables. Never leave your belongings unattended in parked cars or on the beach. Walking alone at night on the beach or in areas with no streetlights is not recommended. Likewise, do not draw attention to yourself by displaying large amounts of cash or expensive jewelry. When on vacation it is always a good idea to carry copies of your passport, credit card numbers and the phone number of your credit card company in your wallet.
Renting a Car
Newspapers
Simpson Bay Lagoon on St. Maarten is a major port for mega yachts and sailboats. To allow boats to enter or leave, the Simpson Bay Bridge has to open. The bridge opens on Airport Road at: 8:30am, 9:30am, 10:30am, 11:30am, 3pm, 4pm and 5pm. The new Causeway Swing tBridge opens at: 8:15am, 9:45am, 10:15am, 11:45am, 3:45pm and 5:15pm.
Leading US and European newspapers are available on St. Maarten. For local news, check the St. Maarten Daily Herald and its Thursday Out & About section. Newspapers can be purchased at Lord & Hunter, located next to the Red Piano.
Island Shopping Island capitals, Philipsburg and Marigot, are both duty-free zones full of jewelry and watches, lead crystal, French perfumes, electronics and designer labels. Other good buys are paintings by island artists, local hot sauces, preserves and Guavaberry liqueur, which is distilled from the berries of a native tree. Ask the Concierge about a free shopping trip to Philipsburg and the water taxi shuttle offered by Aqua Mania Adventures to Marigot.
Rent a car and explore the island at your own pace. Dollar/Thrifty & Paradise Car Rental is located in the Resort lobby. Open daily: 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. Ext. 5190.
Time Zone Atlantic Standard Time year round (equivalent to Eastern Daylight Savings Time).
Bridge Information
Shopping hours: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. in St. Maarten and 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., 3 p.m. – 7 p.m. on the French side.
Safety The resort has surveillance cameras, 24hour security patrols and the staff is trained
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An Aerotropolis could land The ultra-modern Terminal Building at the Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM) will be seven years old on the eve of St. Maarten Day. The facility was officially opened on November 10, 2006 by Her Majesty Queen Beatrix of the Netherlands during her royal visit. “Not only is the new terminal building a beauty to behold, it has become a landmark that other countries in the region” are fashioning their airport after, said SXM managing director, Regina LaBega. “Coincidentally, we are also celebrating our 70th anniversary this year,” she continued, “making this seventh year of the terminal building a double celebration.” LaBega said that the history of the transformation of the terminal building reflects the history of tourism and economic development on the island. The new Terminal Building can handle about 2.5 million passengers annually. Its four-level, fully air-conditioned, and spacious modern facilities span an area of 30,500m2 and consist of 12 boarding gates, including 4 passenger loading jet bridges; 46 check-in positions, all equipped with CUTE (Common Use Terminal Equipment) and 8 CUSS kiosks or self-service check-in systems. “With these and other amenities, our goal continues to be increasing customer satisfaction and ensuring that the 1.7 million passengers that make use of our facilities each year have an experience that will move them,” LaBega said. The authorities of St. Maarten are happy and satisfied with this major renovation that took place a few years ago, nonetheless the question is still in the air, “What is next?”
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in St. Maarten During the Airport’s 70th Anniversary Symposium, Dr. John Kasarda, director of the Center for Air Commerce at UNC’s Kenan Institute of Private Enterprise and developer of the “aerotropolis” concept was the keynote speaker in this important event. When Prof. John Kasarda spoke, the whole hall listened. And when he had finished speaking, the awe and admiration of his audience translated into one main question: could the Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM) develop into that grand picture of an aerotropolis, which the world-renowned professor had just painted? The answer would appear to have already been given by the managing director of SXM Airport, Regina LaBega in her own address at the Anniversary Symposium held in December, 2013 that kicked off the celebrations of the 70th anniversary of the Princess Juliana International Airport. “None of this would be possible without the involvement and the enlightened cooperation of the community of Simpson Bay. This involvement and cooperation have so far been readily and willingly offered,” she added. If hers was a reconnaissance flight, Prof. Kasarda, as chief pilot, took the audience on a long-haul flight, defining the concept of aerotropolis and airport city. After explaining that airports have become multimodal, multifunctional, economic engines driving commercial development well beyond their boundaries, and giving several examples of this, with particular reference to Schiphol Airport in Amsterdam, Prof. Kasarda declared that “airports are where the local and the global converge.” Prof. Kasarda minced no words in identifying the one factor that he said was imperative for the success of developing an airport city or aerotropolis: a committee or task force with a visionary leader at the helm. However, he warned that “vision without action is a daydream, but action without vision is a nightmare.” He expressed confidence that the management of SXM Airport was on the right path and reiterated in response to questions from the audience that size was not necessarily an impediment, while speed in decision-making and action is a sure way to success.
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The driving force behind the aerotropolis model is the route structure; in other words, connectivity. Airports with more connectivity that is, the number of markets/destinations they serve multiplied by the frequency of service to those markets, will obviously attract more aviation-related business to the airports than those with less connectivity. In this scenario, however, enhancing the passenger experience is fundamental as it would not only lead to increased revenues but also it could attract even more passengers. Kasarda suggested that hub airports should improve their status by reducing costs for airlines that service them and focusing on increasing non-aeronautical revenue sources. The time may come, he said, when rather than airlines paying landing fees, it would be the airports that would pay the airlines for bringing passengers to them. There is something in the air and there are not only planes, the Princess Juliana International Airport has something incredible and transcendental to offer to its visitors in the next few years.
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Shopping on French Saint Martin and Dutch Sint Maarten offers high quality duty-free goods in charming island style. The island has a well-earned reputation as a shopper’s paradise. Here you will find the best prices on local crafts & arts, exotic foods, jewelry, liquor, tobacco, electronics, leather goods, as well as most elegant designer goods. Duty free, Tax-free shops abound. You can literally shop till you drop. There are two main shopping areas on the island, chic Marigot on the French side, and Front Street in the heart of Philipsburg, on the Dutch side. The entire center and marina area of Marigot is a lovely shopping district with old Créole houses, bistro bars, cafes, restaurants, fashion and designer boutiques, jewelers and perfume shops. Philipsburg features over a mile of shopping. In addition to Front Street, there is Old Street with attractive gift stores and art galleries, and Back Street with a colorful local market, souvenir shops, and inexpensive clothing. Enjoy your shopping spree on either side of the island!
Marigot Set sail from Simpson Bay Resort & Marina to experience French flavor in the port town of Marigot. Explorers will be well rewarded with an adventure unlike anything the Dutch side of the island has to offer. In contrast to the bustling cruise ship port of Philipsburg, Marigot is home to luxury yachts and charming boutiques. The cafés and bars along the marina offer some of the best pizza on the island, daily specials and fresh mussels, and remain packed with patrons throughout the day. Inland from the marina and those bustling cafés, you’ll find the Rue de la Liberté and the beginning of your shopping experience in Marigot. Shops offer many of the same high-end goods you’ll find at shops in Philipsburg – perfume, jewelry and clothing to name a few – but with a decidedly French influence. Many of the best boutiques can be found in the West Indies Mall, which lies at the base of a hill. Fort St. Louis sits at the top of the very same hill. Built in 1767 from plans developed by King Louis XVI, more famous for being guillotined during the French Revolution, this squat stone fort is one of the must-see sites in Marigot and offers a stunning view of the entire city. Another, perhaps more macabre, site is the city’s cemetery, which dates back to the early 19th century. The French Caribbean influence will be noticeable to anyone who has been to New Orleans and seen similar aboveground crypts. Along with these sites, visitors should make sure to hit Marigot’s openair market, which takes place each Wednesday and Saturday from 6 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the Rue de France, along the wharves. This is a wonderful time to enjoy many of the local farmer’s treats such as sweet potatoes, coconuts, tropical fruits, local spices, fresh fish, and of course the various local arts and crafts. For Francophiles who visit the Resort, Marigot is a must-see. We recommend getting there nice and early so you can start your day with a warm croissant and a cup of freshly brewed coffee at one of the many cafes. After visiting the open-air market and the high-end shopping in the many unique boutiques, stop by Marina Royale. This marina is RESORT LIFE 21
more than just a home for the yachts. Today, you will find a variety of waterfront cafes, craft shops, bistros, and a wonderful museum with Haitian artwork. Check out the view from Fort St. Louis and visit the cemetery along the Rue de Sandy Ground as you head out of town. This spectacular French Caribbean journey begins from your island home, Simpson Bay Resort & Marina. Experience Marigot by hopping on the Monday Island Bus Trip, spending a day or two exploring via the daily boat ride with Aqua Mania or by renting a car with Dollar/Thrifty & Paradise car rental. With as many boutiques as fabulous restaurants for which the island is renowned – France is calling!
Philipsburg The capital of Dutch Sint Maarten, Philipsburg, is rich in history and abundant in shopping. Founded in 1763 by John Philips, a Scottish captain in the Dutch Navy, the town’s history is still felt when you pass by the historic Court House that was built in 1793. Philipsburg became a bustling center for international trade including salt mining, which was the Dutch settler’s main interest in this unique island. Remnants of the original Great Salt Pond can still be seen while driving along Walter A. Nisbeth Road, also known as Pondfill Road. On most days, it is impossible to miss the gigantic vessels docked at the A.C. Wathey Pier. Great Bay, the bay in front of Philipsburg, can accommodate six large cruise ships at once. In fact, the pier was expanded in 2009 to accommodate the world’s largest mega class cruise ships. Today, Philipsburg is arguably the premier Caribbean destination for the world’s largest cruise lines.
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With its compact nature and easy-to-follow street plan, Philipsburg is made for pedestrian traffic and an ideal shopping experience. The Boardwalk, along the beautiful shores of Great Bay, is the place to grab a drink or have lunch while listening to live music. Head on up to Front Street for fantastic shops packed with jewelry, electronics and clothing stores. Front Street is also home to a variety of points of interest, including the St. Maarten Museum and the St. Maarten Guavaberry Company. Although guavaberries grow throughout the Caribbean, St. Maarten has taken their cultivation to special heights, and the St. Maarten Guavaberry Company offers liqueur, barbecue sauce, jam and other goods all made with the island’s native fruit. Make sure to stop by for free samples of their delicious Rum blends including the famous Guavaberry Colada. Turn north onto any alley (Dutch: steeg) or street (Dutch: straat) and you will find a busy shopping area, Back Street. The market here offers a taste of Caribbean flair with a variety of clothing stores and kiosks with great bargains. Getting from the Resort to Philipsburg couldn’t be easier. Take Aqua Mania’s water taxi, rent a car onsite from Dollar/Thrifty & Paradise car rental, or ride the free bus each Wednesday and Friday. The airconditioned bus tour, which is provided by AMA Jewellers, includes cold drinks and a guided tour that covers the history and interesting landmarks of Sint Maarten. The bus tour is hosted by Don Sharman, a 15-year resident of the island with a breezy personality and a million jokes (he considers himself more a showman than a tour guide). Don will guide you to many not-to-be-missed places including a courtyard homage to Holland, which features a restaurant, a sidewalk bar and a shop that sells Dutch cheese and chocolate. Once you experience the flavor of Philipsburg, you are sure to crave another trip to the Caribbean’s shopping capital.
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The New Simpson Bay Causeway
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In an instant, a landmark. This is what the Simpson Bay Causeway is, a project that caught the media and public attention over the past three years. Started as a fleeting rumor, now the causeway was finally realized as an impressive and important development for St. Maarten. Built by Volker Stevin Caribbean and several subcontractors including Windward Roads St. Maarten, the primary purpose and vision of the construction is to alleviate traffic in the Simpson Bay Airport area. The authority recently explained that besides traffic alleviation, the second strategic element of the causeway was to have an alternative road network that would guarantee continual connection between Cole Bay and the airport area in the event something happens to the Simpson Bay Bridge.
people. The causeway offers an alternative route and will reduce the congestion in the Simpson Bay area. When I do something, I like to make sure it’s done in the right way, hence, hundreds of trees will be planted and significant landscaping will be included. We are not only building a bridge.” Heyliger concluded by saying that it will be a “real icon” for Simpson Bay.
The causeway is 2,493 feet long and features a two-lane motorway, a bicycle track and footpaths. It is complemented by two roundabouts, one at Airport Road near the end of the runway and the other at Union Road near the Bellevue border. At its center, the causeway features a 220-foot long swing bridge, weighing 450 tons. It is the only element of the causeway that had to be constructed in Holland. There are two navigating channels for boats to pass through simultaneously when the swing bridge is open. Large mega yachts will also be able to pass through. At night, the causeway is equipped with hundreds of LED lights connected to a system that can, if the situation calls for it, produce an impressive light show. Depending on the season, the lights on the causeway can be programmed to accommodate. After a final inspection by all authorities involved, the last December 23rd, 2013 Minister Maurice Lake moved a road barrier and motorists immediately started using the causeway. There was no pomp or speeches to signal what is being called a soft opening of the causeway. The causeway is already being used by fitness fanatics, including bikers, joggers and casual workout enthusiasts. Several people also walk on the causeway to snap pictures and share them on social media. The causeway is quite frankly a Facebook sensation. Member of Parliament and leader of the United People (UP) party Theo Heyliger expressed: “It’s good to be able to start a project and be here for the completion. When it is finished and people finally are able to use it, they will see the vision and the purpose for which it was made. In 1995, when I was Commissioner of Tourism, I had the opportunities to travel and sit with the various tour operators, past visitors and listen to their St. Maarten experience. One thing that always jumped out – the biggest issue – was the amount of traffic congestion they had to deal with from Airport Road. You even heard it from our own RESORT LIFE 29
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Boat Trips, Watersports, Daysails and Island Activities
Saba
Visit the Caribbean’s “Unspoiled Queen” with high speed ferry “Edge.” Sightseeing, hiking and diving.
Rock & Roll Safaris
Wednesday, Friday, & Sunday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Tango Caribbean Dinner Cruise Enjoy a 3 hour coastal cruise with buffet style dinner. Open bar and dessert. Lively Caribbean music. Wednesday and Friday - 5:30 p.m.
Anguilla & Prickly Pear
While sightseeing, captain your own watercraft. Stop for snorkeling. Drinks and snorkel gear included Daily 10 a.m. & 1:30 p.m.
Scuba Diving - Padi
Free dive and snorkel demos Mondays at the B Pool. Daily dives for certified divers. New to St. Maarten - NITROX. Dive trips to Saba with high speed ferry “Edge.” Discover Scuba - Daily Night Dive - Thursday Dive Saba - Wednesday through Sunday
White sandy beaches and great snorkeling. Lunch, drinks and snorkel gear included.
Anguilla & Prickly Pear Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday Prickly Pear - Thursday 9 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. Shoal Bay & Dolphin Discovery in Anguilla Tuesday
Sand Dollar
Lambada Sunset Sail
Unforgettable sunsets and coastal sailing with open bar and snacks. Thursday - 5:15 p.m.
3 hour snorkel trip to Creole Rock. Snorkel gear and drinks. Great sightseeing to the French Side , calm waters an excellent guide.
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday 10 a.m. & 2 p.m.
St. Barts
Just 45 minutes on “Edge” to the “Jewel of the Caribbean.” Sightseeing, shopping and beaches
Special Resort Cruise on Monday
Calypso to Marigot Lagoon Cruise Lagoon cruise at sunset followed by dinner at quaint “La Petit Auberge” restaurant in Marigot. No parking or traffic problems. Tuesday - 5 p.m.
Tuesday, Thursday &Friday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
• Daily trips to Marigot by Boat We book: horseback riding • yacht racing • deep sea fishing • Aqua Mania rents: waverunners • kayaks • snorkel gear • float belts • chairs • umbrellas • coolers and tennis rackets. semi submarine trips and private boat charters. The Resort has: Playstation 4 kids - swing, slide and splash right in front of Our boutique has: beach toys • clothing • shoes • floats • sun lotions • the beach • Kids lagoon cruise on Thursdays. batteries • film • bags • snorkel gear • boat t-shirts and friendly staff. Visit us at the Marina: Call 544-2640 or ext 5214
www.stmaarten-activities.com
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No matter what your craving Sint Maarten and Saint Martin is a great place to dine. Delight your palate with the tasty culinary choices offered in more than 350 restaurants.
The island, we’ve been told, has the most restaurants per square mile in the Caribbean. Sint Maarten and Saint Martin are truly international destinations and this makes up the gastronomic capital of the Caribbean. There are hundreds of gourmet restaurants, bistros and sidewalk cafés on this little island.
luck at roulette, blackjack, Texas Hold ‘Em poker and more at lively casinos located on the Dutch side of the island. Dance the night away at stylish clubs and discotheques or relax at local beach bars, laid back lounges and beachside BBQs with steel drum bands, or sail the evening away on scenic dinner cruises.
Heralded by crimson sunsets over azure blue seas, unforgettable nights await you in Sint Maarten and Saint Martin. The island’s legendary nightlife attracts visitors from all over the world. Test your
When it comes to dynamic dining and nightlife, St. Maarten / St. Martin offers something for everyone.
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OPEN FOR DINNER 7 DAYS A WEEK E L EV ATE D PAR KING
LOBBY
From the main street WE LFAR E ROAD
Take the footpath to the MAR IN A L EVE L H OLLY W OOD C A SIN O
BILLY FOLLY ROAD
The using of hot stone brings some fun into your gourmet meal, Menu is compiled out of boneless cuts of meat and fish presented on hot stone accompanied by freshly made sides and sauces carefully prepared daily
DAILY SPECIALS Monday: Come try our
Lobster night special.
Tuesday: Charity night. All guests that make a donation to the charity
bucket receive a 15% discount. No matter how big or small, all donations are appreciated. Help TEAM GOLDENDOG build
CAMP GOLDEN-
DOG-a state-of-the-art animal sanctuary and shelter on Dutch St. Maarten.
Friday: Enjoy Kobe burger and Heineken draft specials. Put our burger to the test!
Thursday: Go on an adventurous sunset cruise and enjoy a delicious dinner. Book now with Aqua Mania Adventures.
Simpson Bay Resort Marina, St. Maarten www.thestonerestaurant.com 1721 5262037
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Simpson Bay Resort &Marina interviews: James (Jimbo) Morris
SBR: We’re here talking with Jimbo, from St. Maarten’s famous Jimbo’s Rock & Blues Café…is Jimbo your real name? Jimbo: Uh, no but even my mom calls me Jimbo - you’re certainly not the first to ask…Bond, James Bond…. SBR: James? Jimbo: Yeah, but before St. Maarten, I was always called Jim and referred to as Jim Morris…also kind of a one word name Jimmorris, like Jimbo… SBR: Aha, when did you first arrive on the shores of the island?
Jimbo: Came on vacation from New York City in 1988 – to visit friends – Lenny and Sadhia….and their 9 month old baby Aliyah….yeah, don’t say it, she’s 24 now….and I’m Uncle Jimbo…Lenny worked right here at Simpson Bay Resort in those days.
Jimbo: Isn’t that what we’re doing here? Just kidding… I think everybody’s got a book to write. I love hearing people’s life stories, especially people older than me. Anyway, I opened the first “Jimbo’s”, called “Jimbololo”, on St. Maarten’s Day, November 11th, 1990 and lost it on September 5th, 1995…
SBR: Oh, you mean Hurricane Luis! Jimbo: Yeah, the whole island was almost destroyed – there were blue tarps everywhere, where roofs used to be…but when you go through something like that, all you care about is if your friends are okay. The fact that you lost everything doesn’t hit you until later. SBR: Quite an experience…
SBR: What attracted you to the island of St. Maarten the most? Jimbo: Well, at the time, I was writing plays and thought “what a great place to write!” But, I guess it was, first of all, the people here – St. Maarten really is the “Friendly Island”….the weather is perfect most of the time – grew up in Michigan and just couldn’t wait for the summers to come.
Jimbo: Yeah, it sure was…oh, and I also owned Waikiki between 1992 and 1993 – in fact I was the first person to run Waikiki in its present location – before that it was Bikini, but the two switched when I took it.
SBR: Know what you mean. So, you moved here from New York? Jimbo: Yeah, I went there first to be an actor, did some plays and soaps, no movies. SBR: So you moved from Michigan to New York? Jimbo: No, I played Bill Sykes in “Oliver” in Flint, Michigan and… SBR: So you were an actor? Jimbo: Well, yeah I always wanted to act…or be a movie star really…so anyway, the director and musical director lived in D.C., so I hopped in the car with them, left Michigan and headed for The Arena Stage in Washington in 1970…got a job in The House of Representatives in the Nixon days – it was an amazing time of my life…..left a year later, did “Summer Stock” in Peterborough, NH and then New York for the next 18 years…until St. Maarten. SBR: Wow, you’ve had quite the life – you should write a book! 38 RESORT LIFE
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SBR: Well it sure looks like you’re a survivor. And when did you open the current “Jimbo’s”? Jimbo: Well, after a 9,000 mile Harley ride around the States in ’96, and a sail across the ocean to England in ’97, I worked in friends’ restaurants until opening “Jimbo’s Rock & Blues Café” in January 2003. SBR: Where does a guy who lives in Paradise go on vacation? Jimbo: Well, I’ve been to India a couple of times – great place to chill out and do some yoga – been to Bali twice too….guess I’ve done my own kinda Eat, Love, Pray thing SBR: That’s quite a story Jimbo. Jimbo: Well life just takes you where it takes you and I’m so very happy it brought me to St. Maarten…my home.
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The smokin’ aroma of Jimbo’s sizzling Fajitas will start your mouth watering, but first order one of their famous margaritas, served in hand-blown Mexican glasses. Jimbo’s offers starters like the enormous “Deluxe Nachos Grande” or “California Calamari” and main courses range from fall off the bone “Baby Backs” to “Stuffed Grouper Chipotle”. You’ll probably want to go more than once, so don’t save Jimbo’s for your last night! Located in Simpson Bay Yacht Club
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Some Things Change Some Stay the Same A new season is here and we are very pleased to introduce you to some new things and also let you know that some things, the things that attracted you to the resort in the first place, have stayed the same. The resort has undertaken a massive upgrade program and has made great headway so far. In keeping with the great work they have done we have also begun (at the time of writing) to make some very exciting improvements to expand our service level to our guests and make your stay even more convenient and enjoyable. The comfort of stability: Alan originally from Guyana, he has been on St. Maarten for 18 years and has worked at the resort for 17 of those years. He is in charge of the B-pool bar and also staffing and scheduling. Alan is interested in gardening, wildlife (big cats and birds – both the feathered and unfeathered variety!) in particular. Alan has a Jimmy Buffett party on a Wednesday afternoon so be sure to join him for some great fun and dancing. Moti, originally from Guyana, he has been on St. Maarten for the last 21 years, 20 of which at the resort. Moti is a face you will all recognize and he would love to welcome you to the Beach Bar for one of his signature frozen cocktails. He loves fishing and is a cricket fanatic maybe he could even try and teach you the rules of that crazy game! Junior, originally from Dominica, he has been on St. Maarten for 12 years, 8 years here at the resort. He’s multi-talented and serves behind the Beach Bar most days, but also takes over cooking responsibilities on Gerard’s off days. He’s a keen and experienced fisherman, so be sure to talk to Junior about local water conditions, recommendations for charters and species of fish available close by.
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Laura originally from St. Lucia, she has been on St. Maarten for 13 years, 8 years at the resort. Laura’s interests include gardening, socializing with people from all parts of the world and hanging out on one of St. Maarten’s 37 beautiful beaches. She is in charge of the Marina Pool Bar and will be very pleased to extend to you a warm welcome to the new facilities around the pool. Gerard, originally from St. Maarten and has lived here all his life. He is the driving force behind all the wonderful dishes that you can enjoy from the menu and his ribs are world renowned! He has been at the resort for 7 years and is a wealth of information on the island, its history and its customs. He is also an avid sports fan with his favourites being boxing and soccer, but all sports in general. Be sure to touch base with Gerard about baseball and basketball, as he really knows his stuff. Vick is originally from Guyana and is Moti’s son. He has been on St. Maarten for 18 years – most of his life actually, and has worked with us for 3 years at the resort. Vick is a cricket and NFL fanatic. Metal, originally from Jamaica, he joined us over a year ago as storeman and provisioner. On a few days when necessary he filled at the Villa pool and we had such good reports about his personality and friendly attitude that he has now become your permanent friendly face behind the Villas Pool bar. Metal loves soccer, cricket and basketball. We look forward to having a great time this season with all of our regular guests and making our newer arrivals feel like they are home away from home!
LAURA
GERARD
Marina Pool Bar: ext. 5930 Beach Bar & Grille: ext. 5935
VICK
METAL
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10 Waymarks you shouldn’t miss Welcome to St. Maarten! Now that you are in Paradise, prepare to be surprised in every corner of the island. Crystal clear turquoise waters, dazzling views, and history through the streets is what you are going to find in the smallest island shared by two nations.
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Carnival Village Sculpture
Carnival Village is a large outdoor entertainment venue which is home to the Carnival celebration in St. Maarten. Between the entrances to the open air arena there is a large high relief sculpture that depicts the Carnival celebration. The central feature of the sculpture is a group of five Carnival leaders. The central figure is a 3D sculpture of a set of steel-band drums. He is flanked by four men that are wearing crowns; the inner two are holding microphones. Behind is a group of three female Carnival dancers in full costume. Images of the faces of revelers fill the background. Several additional musical instruments are depicted on the left and right sides of the sculpture. On the left side, from top to bottom are: a tambourine, saxophone and two conga drums. On the right side, from top to bottom are: a djembe African hand drum, bugle, guitar and bass drum.
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Old Car in an island shopping area
This is a curious old car in the shopping area in Philipsburg with “Follow Me to Old Street” painted on it, but if you try to follow you won’t go anywhere because it isn’t moving anytime soon. This car is a great backdrop for vacation pictures and Old Street is a fun strip for window shopping and relaxing after strolling along Front Street and Back Street in Philipsburg.
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Guavaberry Emporium’s Direction and Distance Sign
Guavaberry is the indigenous beverage of the Dutch side of St. Martin. The Guavaberry Emporium has a shop on Front Street in Philipsburg where tourists can sample and purchase the beverages made from Guavaberries. Adjacent to the storefront there is a large, well maintained, direction and distance arrow tree. There are nine rows of arrows pointing to cities around the world. The top row has four arrows and the other rows have two arrows each for a total of 20 direction and distance arrows. The sign primarily serves as an eye-catching display for the Guavaberry Emporium, the establishment that placed and maintains the sign. It also provides interesting information for tourists who want to know the distance from their home country and major cities on all continents.
during your stay in St. Maarten. Once you are off the beach and the sunrays of the sunset are covering the streets of St. Maarten, take the opportunity to know the stories behind these 10 waymarks you shouldn’t miss during your visit to St. Maarten.
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Five Dolphins Fountain
The cruise ship dock at the A.C. Wathey Pier is southeast of downtown Philipsburg on the Dutch side of the island. To get to the downtown area most visitors use the ferry service that shuttles back and forth across the Great Bay. This fountain is located between the dock and the ferry. Five bronze dolphins are leaping out of the water forming a vertical column. The larger dolphins are at the bottom of the stack and the smaller dolphins at the top. Jets of water stream from the mouths of the dolphins and into in an irregular octagon shaped basin below.
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Pieter Stuyvesant
Pieter Stuyvesant was the last Governor of the Dutch Colony of the New Netherland. March 20 1644, he set sail with 13 ships to recapture St. Marten from the Spanish. He was unsuccessful and lost the lower part of his right leg to a cannonball during the battle. Stuyvesant was apparently given the nickname “Old Silver Leg” because he used a stick of wood driven full of silver bands as a prosthetic limb. He went on to sternly govern the Dutch settlers of New Netherland “as the father over his children”. You can find his statue in Philipsburg.
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The Giant Protector
According to the sign, this proud African man is known as the “Giant Protector”. The Giant Protector is compared to the small island of St. Maarten; The island and its population is small but effortlessly cares for visitors and locals. You can find this tribute to African heritage at the A.C. Wathey Pier.
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Waterfront Marketplace Mural
If you decide to visit Marigot, on the French side of the island, you will find that this city is the capital and commercial hub of the French Overseas Department of St. Martin in the Caribbean. At one time Marigot was a sleepy fishing village and regional marketplace. Development has transformed the village to a playground for the wealthy and has changed the economy. This mural depicts aspects of the commercial activity that was once the basis for the economy of the area and which still persists, albeit in diminished importance. A 60’ long by 7’ high mural has three joined panels, all signed by the same artist, Chance Damien, with the same date May 27, 2006. On the left is a group of St. Martin men and women in a marketplace surrounded by local produce, mostly bananas. The middle panel shows a pair of fishermen in a rowboat hauling in their catch in a net. The third panel depicts a butcher, in work clothes, preparing sausages while woman wearing a light colored dress and hat approaches while carrying a bag.
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Salt Pickers
The history of the island of St. Maartin is centered on the salt industry. The first inhabitants called it Soualiga - the “Land of Salt”. The Dutch settled the southern half of the island in order to exploit the salt deposits found in three large salt pans that provided as much as 400 boat loads of salt per year. In honor of their salt industry heritage, the government of St. Maarten has erected a group of sculptures, called the Salt Pickers, showing workers engaged in the various aspects of salt harvesting. Five figures are depicted. The central figure is a man using a shovel to mine the salt. A man and a woman are transporting a large tray of salt while two women are shown gathering salt. Find this waymark at the first roundabout in Philipsburg close to Carnival Village.
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Shrine to Our Lady of La Seletta
The Virgin Mary appeared to two children (Melanie and Maximin) at La Selette in the French Alps on September 19, 1846. This is a simplified representation of that event found in Marigot. The children first saw Mary sitting and weeping. La Salette Apparition - September 1846 Statue of Our Lady of La Salette and Mélanie and Maximin, the two children privileged to see Mary in 1846, came from the town of Corps near Grenoble, in a poor part of south-eastern France. Maximin Giraud was eleven years old at the time and Mélanie Calvat fourteen. On Saturday 19 September, they were looking after their employer’s cattle, high up on the pasture above La Salette, a village near Corps, when they saw a wonderful apparition of Mary.
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Monument to a New Beginning
During your pass through the French side you will also discover that St. Martin is a commune of Guadeloupe, which is an overseas department of France. LouisConstant Fleming is a member of the Senate of France, representing the island of Saint-Martin. He is currently a member of the Union for a Popular Movement. He became the first president of the Community of St. Martin. In celebration of the status of St. Martin as a commune, a monument was erected on the waterfront area of Marigot, the capital of St. Martin. A hemi-arch made of concrete is anchored at the shoreline and curves over the water. At the top of the arch, sculptures of 15 magnificent frigatebirds are joined together and arranged in an artistic array. The magnificent frigatebird is a year around resident of St. Martin and the most conspicuous bird seen flying over the harbor.
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Transforming Your Vacations Introducing the Royal Resorts Caribbean Collection; a Membersonly Vacation & Leisure Club that creates unique and memorable experiences in the Caribbean and other global vacation destinations. Not only is Simpson Bay Resort being revamped into a premier resort, its Members now have a custom made program designed to enhance their vacation experience. Backed by one of the leader’s in the industry, Interval International, the Royal Resorts Caribbean Collection is designed to deliver the highest level of customer service and to maximize each Member’s precious leisure time.
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How it Works If you’re looking for an easy, flexible, affordable way to vacation, look no further. The Royal Resorts Caribbean Collection membership provides a points-based usage program designed to deliver flexible and affordable luxury vacations at renowned destinations. Each year you can choose to occupy your fixed week unit, or select points as your vacation currency. The points-based system allows you to tailor each and every vacation to your specific preferences, including length of stay, check-in date, accommodation size, and season of travel. As a Royal Resorts Caribbean Collection member, you gain our distinctive resort collection which entitles you to an array of personalized vacation options. Members may travel to a variety of destinations including:
· Simpson Bay Resort & Marina
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Once you join Royal Resorts Caribbean Collection you can elect to enjoy your fixed-week timeshare as you always have, or redeem your week(s) for Vacation Points. Members enjoy many benefits and services throughout the year:
Collection portfolio at any time. So as the vacation needs of your family change, you can add what you need when you need it.
· Use points to book cruise, golf and spa packages
We’re currently offering introductory pricing with special incentives. To learn more about the Royal Resorts Caribbean Collection Membership program and how to get the most flexibility and travel options available, please visit our Membership Office located on the Marina front, next to Aqua Mania.
· Personal VIP concierge assistance 24/7 · Receive hotel, dining, retail and leisure discounts · Earn rewards on car rentals How you use your points is completely up to you. For the ultimate in flexibility you can add points to your Royal Resorts Caribbean 50 RESORT LIFE
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Please feel free to call us at ext. 5800 from the resort; or toll-free 1-888-852-8305 or email to MembershipInquiries@royalresortscaribbean.com
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Please take a few minutes to read this section and familiarize yourself with Simpson Bay Resort and Marina’s regulations and the additional services available. We appreciate your cooperation in
helping all our members and guests enjoy their vacation, and in helping our staff maintain the Resort is in tiptop condition.
We trust you will have a wonderful stay at Simpson Bay Resort. Please stop by the Membership Sales Office to renew old acquaintances, pick up the latest information on where to go and what to do, or learn more about the advantages of becoming a member here.
Visitor Policy Simpson Bay Resort is a private club and access is controlled. All members, guests and other visitors must register at the Front Desk upon arrival. May we suggest that you use discretion when inviting new acquaintances to your unit. All members, guests and visitors must agree to follow the published resort regulations and those of the affiliated facilities they may use during their stay. The Resort also reserves the right to terminate the use of resort facilities to anyone refusing to comply with the rules. The law of St. Maarten, to the exclusion of the laws of any other jurisdiction whatsoever, shall apply to and shall govern, and the courts and authorities of Country St. Maarten shall have exclusive jurisdiction over any claim arising from any accident, injury, or illness occurring during your stay at the Resorts or as a consequence thereof.
Your Resort Home The Resort staff will do everything possible to make your stay pleasant and comfortable and if a problem should arise please report it to the Front Desk. You can rest assured that the matter will be taken care of as quickly as possible, often within minutes. Aside from maintenance requests, situations sometimes occur as a result of human error, for example, confusion over similar sounding names or breakages during Saturday unit changes. Accidents will happen and rather than expecting some form of complimentary compensation, a sincere apology from resort personnel should suffice. The Resort is not a hotel nor is it managed as such. It is a non-profit and member dues cover operating expenses only. There are no funds to cover free dinners, extra nights, or gifts. The cost of such compensatory awards would come directly from member dues. Accepting this fundamental difference is essential to understanding why compensation is not permitted for any minor inconvenience you might encounter during your visit.
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Checking In
Check-in time is 4 p.m. Upon check-in you may request the number of keys you require. Some rooms at the Resort have a safety deposit box that requires a lock and key, which will be issued to you upon check in. Please do not lose the lock and key, as you will be charged $75 USD. A $250 USD refundable deposit is required upon check in.
Checking Out
Check-out time is 10 a.m. This time is strictly enforced and villas that have not been checked out at the Front Desk and vacated will be charged $100 USD per hour to $100 USD minimum. Housekeeping will remove all belongings to prepare the villa for the next occupants. Complimentary luggage storage is available with the Bellman and changing rooms with showers are available in the gym.
Medical Service
An independent doctor provides 24-hour medical service. Guests must pay all medical expenses (doctor’s fees, hospital charges, ambulances and prescriptions) directly to the provider. The Resorts assume no responsibility for any medical service provided.
New Concierge Desk
All services handled by Reception now have been centralized at the spacious new Front Desk in the lobby. As an additional convenience, guests can also use the new guest phones located throughout The Resort or the Concierge Desk to talk to staff and take care of their needs without having to walk to the Front Desk every time. 56 RESORT LIFE
No Smoking
For the health and comfort of fellow guests, a no smoking policy is now part of the official Rules and Regulations. Smoking is permitted on the terraces with the sliding doors closed and using the ashtray provided. Smoking is strictly prohibited at all times inside the units. The policy helps keep your unit in better condition and reduces the need for additional cleaning. Violators of this rule (including smoking in the villa, on the terrace with the sliding doors open or with the ashtray inside the villa) risk a fine up to $150 USD. This fee is the amount it will cost to clean the villa and to relocate the guests the following weeks. Thank you for your cooperation.
Maid Service
Maid service is provided as follows: • Saturday check in: Tuesdays • Two week stay: Tuesdays and Fridays • Sunday check in: Wednesdays • Two week stay: Wednesdays and Mondays Each unit contains two extra sets of bath linens. Maids do not clean the kitchen. Before check out all kitchen items must be cleaned and returned to their storage space. If the kitchen and utensils are not clean, a service charge of $75 USD will be levied. Daily maid service is available upon request. Additional fees are $25 USD per day for Studio/Junior Suite, $35 USD one-bedroom villa and $45 USD for a two- bedroom villa. Please review the kitchen inventory, sign the inventory form and return to the Front Desk.
All services handled by Reception now have been centralized at the spacious new Front Desk in the lobby.
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Housekeeping will check the inventory and any shortages or unit damage beyond normal usage will be charged to the occupant. Please check the condition of the kitchen counter upon arrival, if you notice any damage, please report it to the Front Desk to avoid
Pool Rules and Regulations
an additional charge upon check out.
Children under parental supervision are allowed to use any pool area. To check out beach towels please present the towel card you received at check-in.
Voice Mail + Plus
You may use the telephone voice mail system to leave messages and if a reply is required, answers will be provided at the earliest possible time. The system allows members and guests to maximize their vacation enjoyment and not spend time looking for or waiting to talk to Managers. To use Voice Mail + Plus, simply dial 1999 and then follow the prerecorded instructions to leave your message for different departments.
Occupancy Policies
Your unit has been designed to make your stay as pleasant as possible. Observing a few simple rules will ensure the comfort of our members and guests and help keep maintenance costs to a minimum: 1. Please do not use bath linens to remove make up, clean dirty items, or in the kitchen. 2. Please do not place plastic items in the dishwasher. 3. Please do not sit on the furniture when wet or covered with suntan lotion. 4. Please do not hang towels, bathing suits or other items from the terrace railing. 5. Please do not drape damp clothing over the lamp shades or furniture.
Pool hours are from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m., daily. Unaccompanied children under the age of twelve must use the shallow pool area.
Please return towels and retrieve your card which must be handed in at the Front Desk during check-out. Beach towels can be exchanged once a day from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. 1. Do not use the pool while service signs are posted. 2. No diving or jumping is permitted. 3. No splashing near the swim-up bars. 4. No bonfires on the beach or pool areas. 5. Radios, CD or Mp3 players are not allowed in the pool or beach areas without personal earphones. 6. Bottles or glass items are not allowed in the pool or beach areas. 7. Floats, rafts and beach equipment are not allowed in the pool area except in the children’s pool. 8. No running or horseplay in the pool area. 9. Do not take the terrace furniture from your unit to the beach or pool area. 10. W hen returning from the beach, please shower with fresh water provided near the beach. 11. Pool lifeguards are not available. Swim at your own risk.
6. Please do not litter. 7. I n order to prevent mildew, condensation or odors, please use the air-conditioning only when all doors are closed.
Please Note: Parents will be held directly responsible for the actions of their children. Please make sure that all family members know and understand the pool rules.
8. Each unit has a safety deposit box located inside the closet. Occupancy Limits Type of unit Accommodates Studio - Sleeps 2 2 persons Studio - Sleeps 4 4 persons One Bedroom 4 persons Two Bedrooms 6 persons Penthouse 6 persons Three Bedrooms 8 persons
Your Feedback Please
Your feedback is critical in our performance and improvement process. We appreciate you spending your vacation time at the Resort and ask that you take a moment to complete the survey so we may better serve you on your return visit. 58 RESORT LIFE
About the Beach
The turquoise waters and brisk warm breezes of the Caribbean are beautiful and alluring, but safety is still important. Please observe the warning flags prominently displayed on the beach. Black: Do not enter. Red: Strong wave action - unsafe for swimming. Yellow: Moderate wave action - swimming not advisable. Green: Calm sea - enjoy, enjoy, enjoy.
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All beaches in St. Maarten are Federal property and Simpson Bay Resort assumes no responsibility for injury, theft or other incidents in this area. Use of the beach and ocean is at the personal risk of the member or guest. Lifeguards are not available and swimming is at your own risk. Swimming at night is not recommended. Do not stake out your territory by placing towels or other items on the furniture or under beach umbrellas. All such items left unattended will be removed promptly by security. It may be possible to reclaim personal items by adequately describing them; however, the Resort beach towels and other equipment so removed will be charged to your account.
Additional Information Wireless Internet
Do you have your laptop with you? Stay connected with free wireless Internet access available at the resort. Call the Front Desk for the weekly password.
Babysitting
$10 USD per hour ($2 USD per extra child). Please contact the Front Desk 24 hours in advance or the Housekeeping department at Ext. 5600, 5615 or 5620.
Water
Water is safe to drink on St. Maarten.
Mail Service
Stamps and mail service are available at the Post Office in Simpson Bay.
Boarding Passes
Boarding Passes can be printed in the concierge center (charges apply), call Ext. 777 for information.
Suggested tipping
Bellman: $1.50 USD per bag Maids: $3 USD per day A 15% service charge is automatically added to your bill in most of the restaurants on the island.
Electricity
110 ac (same as in the United States).
Lost and Found
Contact the Front Desk or Security Department.
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Wake-Up Calls
Please call the Operator or the Front Desk for assistance.
Ice
Resort refrigerators are equipped with an ice maker. You may also purchase ice at most convenience stores.
Phone Calls
Please check with the Operator by calling 0 as dialing long distance can be expensive. Long distance calls are charged to your villa. Dialing the US: 9 + 1 + area code + phone number International: 9 + 011 + country code + city code + phone number There is a charge for local calls.
Doctor
For medical services please call the Front Desk at Ext. 5421.
Membership Information
To become one of more than 12,000 Resort Members or receive Membership information, please visit the Membership Sales Office or call Ext. 5800.
Laundromat
There are laundry rooms in the Dieffenbachia, Bougainvillea, Caladium and Marina buildings and on the third floor between the stairs in both wings of the Villas. All are open 24 hours. Â You may purchase tokens to use the washing machines and dryers from the Front Desk or at the towel booth across from the A-building, $2 USD per token.
Taxis
Available upon request, please ask your concierge or the Front Desk for assistance calling a taxi. A $10 USD refundable deposit is required before calling for a taxi, if none are available.
Parking
A parking permit is required to park your car in the Resorts. This may be obtained at the Front Desk. Please lock your vehicle; management is not responsible for theft or damage.
Maintenance Requests
A maintenance request form is located on the kitchen counter. Please use this form to report any maintenance problems to the Front Desk.
No Advertising
Use of the accommodations and facilities associated with Simpson Bay Resort is limited solely to Simpson Bay Resort members and their guests, exchangers and renters. Resort accommodations and facilities are provided for recreational purposes only, and any use associated with commercial ends is expressly prohibited including, but not limited to, resale of Simpson Bay Resort Memberships. No “for sale” or “for rent” signs or other advertising shall be placed or distributed in any part of the common areas or the units. The right to place and maintain such signs is specifically reserved by to Simpson Bay Resort .
Emergency Procedures Fire
Familiarize yourself with the fire extinguisher location nearest to your villa and, in the unlikely event of a fire, please observe the following procedures: • Report the fire to the Front Desk at Ext. 5421. • If possible, close all windows and doors. • Leave your unit at once. • D o not use the elevator – exit the building by the stairs as marked.
Hurricanes
Hurricanes do not happen instantly and there is ample warning of an approaching storm. You will be advised by Management on the proper safety procedures to follow should the situation arise.
Resort Directory Concierge Desk Front Desk Membership Sales Office Executive Offices Car Rental L’Aqualigne Spa Pool Bar (B) Pool Bar (Marina) Red Piano Bar Voice Mail Local Calls Operator & Fax Services Security department Aqua Mania Adventures House phones Lobby bar The Stone Bon Appetit Fitness Center Alexander–Cafeteria
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IN-HOUSE TELEPHONE DIRECTORY To call units within the resorts
Caladium Allamanda Room A1B A2B A3B A4B
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71011 71021 71031 71041
Beaumontia
Room B102 B104 B106 B108 B110 B112 B114 B116 B118 B120 B122 B124 B126 B128 B130 B132 B134 B201 B202 B203 B204
Room A1A A2A A3A A4A
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71012 71022 71032 71042
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A5B A6 A8 A10
71051 71061 71081 71101
Room A5A A7 A9 A11
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B205 B206 B207 B208 B209 B210 B211 B212 B213 B214 B215 B216 B217 B218 B219 B220 B221 B222 B223 B224 B225
72205 72206 72207 72208 72209 72210 72211 72212 72213 72214 72215 72216 72217 72218 72219 72220 72221 72222 72223 72224 72225
B226 B227 B228 B229 B230 B231 B232 B233 B234 B302 B304 B306 B308 B310 B312 B314 B316 B318 B320 B322 B324
B326 B328 B330 B332 B334 B402 B404 B406 B408 B410 B412 B414 B416 B418 B420 B422 B424 B426 B428 B430 B432 B434
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C17A C18A C19A C20A C21A C22A
73172 73182 73192 73202 73212 73222
C11B C12B C13B C14B C15B C16B
73111 73121 73131 73141 73151 73161
C17B C18B C19B C20B C21B C22B
73171 73181 73191 73201 73211 73221
72226 72227 72228 72229 72230 72231 72232 72233 72234 72302 72304 72306 72308 72310 72312 72314 72316 72318 72320 72322 72324
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73012 73022 73032 73042 73052
C6A C7A C8A C9A C10A
73062 73072 73082 73092 73102
C1B C2B C3B C4B C5B
73011 73021 73031 73041 73051
C6B C7B C8B C9B C10B
73061 73071 73081 73091 73101
Dieffenbachia Room
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74061 74071 74081 74091 74101
D11 D12 D13 D14 D15
74111 74121 74131 74141 74151
D16 D17 D18 D19 D20
74161 74171 74181 74191 74201
Room
Ext.
Room
Ext.
Room
Ext.
F13 F14 F15 F16 F17 F18
76131 76141 76151 76161 76171 76181
F19 F20 F21 F22 F23 F24
76191 76201 76211 76221 76231 76241
Flamboyant Room
Ext.
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6
76011 76021 76031 76041 76051 76061
F7 F8 F9 F10 F11 F12
Room
Ext.
Room
Ext.
Room
Ext.
Room
Ext.
M201 M202 M203 M204 M205 M206 M207 M208 M209 M210 M211 M212 M213 M215 M216 M217
78201 78202 78203 78204 78205 78206 78207 78208 78209 78210 78211 78212 78213 78215 78216 78217
M218 M219 M220 M301 M302 M303 M304 M305 M306 M307 M308 M309 M310 M311 M312 M313
78218 78219 78220 78301 78302 78303 78304 78305 78306 78307 78308 78309 78310 78311 78312 78313
M314 M315 M316 M317 M318 M319 M320 M401 M402 M403 M404 M405 M406 M407 M408 M409
78314 78315 78316 78317 78318 78319 78320 78401 78402 78403 78404 78405 78406 78407 78408 78409
M410 M411 M412 M413 M414 M415 M416 M417 M418 M419 M420 M510 M512 M515 M517 M520
78410 78411 78412 78413 78414 78415 78416 78417 78418 78419 78420 78510 78512 78515 78517 78520
76071 76081 76091 76101 76111 76121
Marina
Bougainvillea (b2) Room Ext.
Room Ext.
Room Ext.
Room
B152 B154 B156 B158 B160 B162 B164 B166 B168 B170 B174
B176 B178 B180 B251 B252 B253 B254 B255 B256 B257 B258
B259 B260 B261 B262 B263 B264 B265 B266 B267 B268 B269
B270 B271 B272 B273 B274 B275 B276 B277 B278 B279 B280
72176 72178 72180 72251 72252 72253 72254 72255 72256 72257 72258
Bougainvillea (b2)
72259 72260 72261 72262 72263 72264 72265 72266 72267 72268 72269
Room Ext.
Room Ext.
Room Ext.
Room
B352 B354 B356 B358 B360 B362 B364 B366 B370 B372 B374
B376 B378 B380 B452 B454 B456 B458 B460 B462 B464 B466
B468 B470 B472 B474 B476 B478 B480 B552 B554 B556 B558
B560 B562 B564 B566 B568 B570 B572 B574 B576 B578 B580
72352 72354 72356 72358 72360 72362 72364 72366 72370 72372 72374
Ext.
C11A C12A C13A C14A C15A C16A
Croton
Ext.
72152 72154 72156 72158 72160 72162 72164 72166 72168 72170 72174
Ext.
71052 71071 71091 71111
Room
72376 72378 72380 72452 72454 72456 72458 72460 72462 72464 72466
72468 72470 72472 72474 72476 72478 72480 72552 72554 72556 72558
Ext. 72270 72271 72272 72273 72274 72275 72276 72277 72278 72279 72280
Ext. 72560 72562 72564 72566 72568 72570 72572 72574 72576 72578 72580
The Villas at Simpson Bay
Villa numbers run from 101 to 113, 201 to 213, 301 to 313, 401 to 413, 501 to 513, 602 to 613, 703, 704, 709. 710, 711, 712, 810 and 811. To call the suite dial 8 + villa number + 0 To call the room dial 8 + villa number + 1 To call the kitchen dial 8 + villa number + 2 Example: Villa Suite Room Kitchen 101 8 101 0 8 101 1 8 101 2 RESORT LIFE 65
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