Quantum of the Seas' Port of Call -Philipsburg, St. Maarten

Quantum of the Seas' -Port of Call - Philipsburg, St. Maarten - When the Spanish closed their colonial fort on St. Maarten in 1648, a few Dutch and French soldiers hid on the island and decided to share it. Soon after, the Netherlands and France signed a formal agreement to split St. Maarten in half, as it is today. Philipsburg displays its Dutch heritage in its architecture and landscaping. The island offers endless stretches of beach, beautiful landscapes and great shopping. Book now - 503-780-5819 or Linda@ultimate-dreamcruises.com #Royalwow #SunshineTravel #StMaarten

There are about 500 duty-free shops on St. Maarten with prices 25% to 50% below those in the U.S. The selection of jewelry and watches is premier on the Dutch side of St. Maarten. Friendly competition between merchants guarantees excellent prices on emeralds, diamonds, rubies, sapphires, pearls, gold and silver.

Rendezvous at one of the newest and trendiest restaurants in French St. Maarten. Explore Orient Bay, the French Riviera of the Caribbean, with over 1 1/2 miles of white-sand beaches.

Tour the saltwater lagoons by kayak, and discover egrets, plovers, heron and pelicans.
Discover the undersea world of coral reefs and exotic fish as you take a snorkeling expedition through Shipwreck Cove.

Take a thrilling ride on a sleek catamaran, then snorkel or swim in the azure waters surrounding St. Maarten. Explore stunning marine habitats teeming with exotic sea creatures. See lobster, octopi, stingrays and sea turtles as you paddle through clear, warm water. Hover over a sunken ship, then head to the surface for some lilting island music and traditional rum punch.