2013 St Martin Summer Villa Deal! Enjoy a 6th and 7th Night Free at Villa Mille Fleurs

April 17th, 2013

Villa Mille Fleurs is offering an exclusive and highly attractive summer promotion.  Guests can enjoy a 6th and 7th night free on an upcoming stay at villa Mille Fleurs from now until October 31, 2013.

Villa Mille Fleur is a fabulous colonial style villa featuring spectacular ocean and sunset views.  The four bedroom villa offers an upscale decor and a graceful elegance to ensure a relaxing retreat.  Situated a short walk away to Plum Bay beach in highly sought after Terres Basses, St Martin, villa Mille Fleurs provides an outstanding location for guests to relax and decompress.

The new summer rates for a one week stay at villa Mille Fleurs with the the current promotion is:

Promotional weekly rates are:
1 bedroom for $3000 plus 8% for a 1 week stay
2 bedroom for $3428 plus 8% for a 1 week stay
3 bedroom for $4857 plus 8% for a 1 week stay
4 bedroom for $4286 plus 8% for a 1 week stay

Offer can not be combined with other offers and only applicable to new reservations.  Stay must be completed by October 31, 2013.

 

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Exclusive Terres Basses, St Martin

January 31st, 2013

Aerial of Chateau des Palmiers

Terres Basses (French Lowlands of St Martin) is an exclusive gated community of St Martin’s finest villas tucked away on the western tip of St. Martin. This upscale neighborhood is known for glorious sunsets, nearby nightlife hot spots and the serenity of local beaches like Baie Rouge, Baie Longue and Baie aux Prunes. It is no wonder that celebrities are drawn to the privacy, beauty and excitement of this fashionable area.

A Perfect Location

Located just minutes from Princess Juliana International Airport, Terres Basses is surrounded by the inviting turquoise waters that lure visitors to tropical St. Martin. Guests will find the lagoon to the south and the sparkling warm waters of the Caribbean to the north and west. Nearby Maho Village offers high end shopping and restaurants along with exhilarating entertainment options. The Tantra nightclub heats up the night with international DJ’s and a chic vibe, while Las Vegas style gaming is available at Casino Royale. For an unforgettable experience, visit the Sunset Beach bar and grill and watch massive jetliners take off and land over sunbathers on Maho Beach. Best of all, Marigot is a just short drive away, with its fine waterside restaurants, French bakeries and boutique shopping.

Magnificent Villas

Spectacular villas of Terres Basses are the hallmark of this upscale community. Guests benefit from all the comforts of home and more, with beautifully decor and every convenience for a perfect St. Martin vacation. From ultra luxury villa Le Reve to budget friendly villas such as villa Cala Luna, guests can be sure to find the right fit for their family.  Enjoy extraordinary villas with such amenities as private infinity edge swimming pools blending with the azure waters of the sea, sophisticated contemporary décor and spacious rooms set in an airy, open layout. Terres Basses villas provide spacious terraces for enjoying a relaxing drink while taking in panoramic ocean views and spectacular sunsets. Many homes have bedrooms that offer the privacy of a separate entry, an ensuite bath and an individual outdoor patio, the ideal arrangement for families or couples traveling together. Conveniences like satellite TV, WiFi, gas barbecue grills and outdoor seating make the villas of Terres Basses feel like home.

Romantic Beaches

The Terres Basses enclave of exclusive villas is close to several magnificent beaches, each with its own personality, from ritzy villa L’Oasis to chic villa Interlude to the charming villa environs of Day O to the romantic retreat of villa La Perla Bianca. The first thing you will notice at Baie Rouge is the pinkish sand that gives the beach its name. Water here is exceptionally calm, since the beach skirts the Caribbean Sea, but be aware of the undertoe. Take a look at Devil’s Hole, a steep hole in the cliffs that becomes flooded with water. A couple of beach bars offer cold drinks and a barbecue lunch. Chairs, umbrellas and snorkeling gear are available for rental. Baie Longue is a romantic beach alongside stunning turquoise water. The beach is an extension of Cupecoy, and famous La Samanna is located on the eastern end. Bring along your own amenities to this romantic beach and be sure to stay for the amazing sunset. Plum Bay or Baie aux Prunes beach is a beautiful, secluded beach with few people. The peaceful water is good for snorkeling, but make sure to hop over the coral as you enter. BYO umbrella and chair.

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Island Hopping from St Martin

January 25th, 2013

Visiting nearby islands from your home base in St. Martin is easy, since many of these neighboring destinations are closeby and even visible from the island. You will find transportation convenient via charter boats, scheduled air flights or ferry service from St. Martin to St. Barts and the beautiful beaches of Anguilla, Prickly Pear, Tintamarre and Saba. Before embarking on your St. Martin vacation, plan to spend some time island hopping to get the full flavor of the Caribbean.

St. Barts

A sophisticated international crowd of the rich and famous is attracted to the magnificent villas, exciting nightlife and glorious beaches of St. Barts. This volcanic island is surrounded by shallow coral reefs, resulting in the scenic beauty of green mountains set against a turquoise sea. St. Barts is located approximately 20 miles southeast of St. Martin. To get to St. Barts, hop a scheduled commuter flight from one of the St. Martin airports, take the ferry or charter a private St Barts boat. Visitors to St. Barts will enjoy St Bart’s gourmet restaurants, duty free boutique shopping with a French flair, water sports like windsurfing and deep sea fishing, and glittering night life at clubs like Nikki Beach and Le Ti. Sport rental equipment, beach chairs and umbrellas are available at popular St. Jean Beach, and as an added bonus you may spot a famous celebrity enjoying the sun and surf.

Anguilla

There are over 30 glorious beaches on Anguilla, the British territory in the Leeward island chain located just 20 minutes north of St. Martin by boat. To visit, take the ferry from Marigot to the Blowing Point ferry terminal, charter a high speed catamaran or take the daily Winair flight. Once on Anguilla, enjoy a taxi ride on the left side of the road and take a tour of the island. Taxi drivers can take you to pristine white sandy beaches like Shoal Bay, wonderful restaurants and elaborate resorts like the famous Cap Juluca. Diving, fishing and snorkeling are popular activities, and you can join in the fun by participating in the national sport of Anguilla, boat racing. Golfers will find a magnificent Greg Norman designed championship golf course with stunning Caribbean views. Find out about events held at resort hotels around the island that are open to the public.

Saba

The tiny island of Saba is an eco paradise known for its excellent dive spots. For years the island was only accessible by boat, but now there is a small airport with service from St. Martin via Winair. Ferry service on Dawn ll and The Edge is available from St. Martin, and reservations are recommended. Divers will find and diverse marine environment rich in coral and colorful tropical fish along with grouper and jacks in the protected Saba Marine Park. Depths of 1,000 feet and more are located within a half mile of the shoreline. Lava tunnels and hot springs are the result of the volcanic start of the island, and sheer wall divers will find a variety of turtles and rays. Other eco adventures like hiking in the rain forest and birding are available on Saba.

Prickly Pear and Tintamarre

Prickly Pear Cay is just a speck of an island off the coast of Anguilla. Visitors from St. Martin can take Aqua Mania Adventures 63-foot sailing catamaran, the Lambada, or Bluebeards’s charter to the island. When you arrive, enjoy the long white sandy beach and coral reefs in the crystalline turquoise waters. Families appreciate the shallow water ideal for small children. If you dream about a deserted tropical island, visit Tintamarre. This island is a nature preserve devoid of food or rental services, so if you go to enjoy the pristine beach and translucent water make sure to come prepared with lunch, water and snorkel gear. Several charter boat companies offer service from St. Martin and our concierge will be delighted to reserve your space. Be on the lookout for local wildlife like goats, lizards, iguanas and hermit crabs when you walk around to explore.

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Beach Bars of St Martin

January 4th, 2013

The island of St. Martin is 37 miles long and surrounded by white sandy beaches. To accommodate beachgoers and vacationers in search of a relaxing drink, a variety of seaside bars welcome guests. Some establishments offer chairs and umbrellas along with a breakfast, lunch and a wine menu.  As you would expect, all casual beach bars on St. Martin offer spectacular views of the dazzling water surrounding the island.

Chez Raymond, Baie Rouge Beach

Chez Raymond is a beach bar and restaurant on exclusive Baie Rouge, one of the loveliest beaches on all of St. Martin. This relaxing restaurant and bar has been around for over 20 years and is a favorite of people visiting the upscale Terra Basses area. Guests at Chez Raymond can make a day of it and soak up the rays on beach chairs just outside the bar. A shaded terrace offers beautiful views of the neighboring island of Anguilla. Menu items like lobster, kebabs and refreshing salads are available as well as a nice selection of wine at reasonable prices. At 3 pm, listen for the sound of Raymond blowing the conch shell to signal the start of Happy Hour. Then it is time to enjoy tropical cocktails while marveling at the spectacular sunset.  Villa Libellule, villa Joie de Vivre and villa Le Caprice are located a few steps away from Chez Raymond’s beach bar.

Palm Beach, Orient Beach

Palm Beach on popular Orient Beach is billed as a “lounge beach bar restaurant.” The bar offers a variety of seating options spread out over the white sand beside Orient Bay. Guests can relax on traditional chaise lounges with umbrellas near the water, or they can opt for more creative seating like the elevated Tike huts and circular sun decks. Oversized cushions and pillows and woven tables make Palm Beach an inviting place to relax with a drink or enjoy lunch and dinner. Menu items include appetizers like roasted camembert, lobster salad with jumbo shrimp and tuna tataki. For simpler fare, enjoy a chicken club sandwich or choose from a variety of burgers. There is an extensive wine list.  We highly recommend villa Sunrise, villa Pearl and villa Discovery as convenient and elegant villas near popular Palm Beach restaurant.

Mr. Busby’s Beach Bar, Oyster Pond

Daniel Jurczenko, owner of Mr. Busby’s Beach Bar, continues the family tradition of creating memorable dining experiences worldwide. The bar/restaurant is situated on the breezy eastern shore of the St. Martin near Dawn Beach and offers a full menu of American breakfast items and salads, sandwiches, grilled items and lobster for lunch. The experienced staff is attentive to make your visit pleasant and enjoyable.  Rent a beach chair, relax on the beach and then hit the bar for Happy Hour. Mr. Busby’s received a Certificate of Excellence from TripAdvisor in 2011. At night, the beach bar is transformed into a fine dining restaurant, Daniel’s by the Sea.  Busbys Beach Bar is located adjacent to the popular Coral Beach Club.

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The St. Martin Blue Advantage- Benefits of St Martin Blue vs. villa rental by owner (VRBO)

December 26th, 2012

When you are ready to search for private St Martin villa on the beautiful island of St. Martin, take advantage of the extraordinary level of service and guidance offered by St Martin Blue Luxury Villas. We hold a finely curated selection of elegant St Martin villas that have been prescreened and inspected to meet the highest standards of excellence. Leave it to our experienced staff of professionals to match your needs with the ideal villa in the best location on the island. And, we offer a Best Price Guarantee. When you secure your villa through St. Martin Blue, you will enjoy the same price as booking on your own, with the added advantage of our service, guidance and support without running the risk of the unknown by a villa rental by owner.

Personalized Customer Relations and Villa Selection

St. Martin Blue provides you with outstanding customer service personalized to realize your wishes and dreams. We offer expert and objective advice on selecting the most suitable villa with the best location and value. Our concierge services can provide car rentals delivered to your door, prestocking of your favorite snacks and beverages, activity arrangements like sailing excursions, and coordination of parties and special events. You will also enjoy the support of 24/7 on-call support for unexpected questions and situations.

Special Services

Leave it to St. Martin Blue to provide the services you want to make your St. Martin vacation relaxing and rejuvenating. We tap into years of experience resulting in insider knowledge of all aspects that affect you, our customer. We can provide personalized spa services like a couple’s massage in the privacy of your villa, fabulous gourmet meals prepared by professional chefs onsite in your villa kitchen, along with wedding and event planning. We also offer suggestions for restaurants, entertainment and tours. Many of our villas include meet and greet, complimentary airport pickup, housekeeping, and pool services.

Destination St Martin Weddings

St. Martin has become a prime location for elegant beachside destination weddings. St. Martin Blue will consult with you to plan the wedding of your dreams at your own private St Martin wedding villa. Leave the details like catering, music, flowers and videography to us for a hassle-free wedding planning experience. Some of the exclusive St. Martin villas suitable for weddings offered by St. Martin Blue are Villa Encore, with its infinity edge pool and swim-up bar; Villa Mes Amis, offering 11 amazing bedrooms overlooking the ocean; Villa Sandyline, nestled on a hillside in elite Terra Basse; and Villa Ambiance, with its dramatic island gazebo and impressive contemporary décor.

St Martin Honeymoon Villas

Imagine arriving at your own private St. Martin honeymoon villa to find a flower-strewn bed, champagne and chocolates to set the tone for a secluded and relaxing honeymoon. St. Martin Blue will provide assistance in selecting the perfect island retreat for a honeymoon to remember. Some of the honeymoon villas offered by St. Martin Blue include Villa La Perla Bianca with the sophisticated elegance of iconic Phillipe Starck décor; Villa Les Palmiers featuring classic plantation furnishings and a surround sound system indoors and out; and Villa Nid D’Amour with its spiral stairway leading to an upstairs observation deck for stargazing. All of these honeymoon villas are situated on excusive Baie Rouge Beach, offering direct access to the white sandy expanse and warm waters for swimming.

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Enjoy Romantic Dining, a Parisian Café and a French Bistro on St. Martin

December 18th, 2012

St. Martin is known as the gastronomic capital of the Caribbean with good reason. A short trip to this scenic Caribbean island can transport diners to the world of authentic French cuisine with the atmosphere to go with it. Visitors will find world-class restaurants including fine dining at La Cigale in Baie Nettle, a true bistro ambiance at tiny Bistro Nu in Grand Case and waterfront dining with a Parisian café vibe at Tropicana in Marigot.

The Romance of La Cigale

Romantic La Cigale is known for its excellent French cuisine and romantic beachfront setting. This small, intimate restaurant is situated directly on the lagoon at Baie Nettle. Expect a warm welcome from Oliver Genet, the owner, who offers unforgettable service. Menu items are inspired by the culinary traditions of Provence, Basque and Mediterranean regions of France. A wine list with one of the largest selections of French vintages is available. La Cigale is close to the villas in Terres Basse enroute to Marigot such as the romantic villa Les Palmiers. This charming restaurant is open for dinner from 6:30 to 11 pm, closed on Sundays. Exceptional restaurant for romantic or special occasions.  Reservations are recommended. For further information, call 599-87-90-23.

Tropicana, Waterside Bistro in Marigot

Excellent food and first class, friendly service make Tropicana in Marigot Marina Royale a favorite with repeat visitors to the island. The restaurant evokes a Parisian café and offers lunch and dinner at comparatively moderate prices. Guests will love the waterfront location overlooking the yacht-filled harbor. The varied menu includes traditional items like salad Nicoise with medallions of goat cheese for lunch and memorable steak and seafood dishes for dinner. You may also want to save some room for dessert. There is an extensive wine list to accompany the meal. For further information and reservations, call 590-87-79-07.

Le Bistro Nu in the Heart of Marigot

Finding Bistro Nu on the narrow Allee de L’Ancienne Geole in Marigot is part of the fun. This tiny gem of a French bistro seems to have been transported from across the Atlantic, and you will enjoy the authentic atmosphere from the simple tables and chairs indoors to the landscaped outdoor terrace. Bistro Nu has been around for years and maintains its friendly, charming and casual feeling. Expect traditional menu items like coq au vin, onion soup, sole Meuniere and other French favorites scrawled on a blackboard daily by owner Jean Claude. Bistro Nu is open for lunch and dinner. Call 590-87-97-09 for further information.

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Honeymoon Villas on St Martin

December 14th, 2012

When it is time to arrange for an intimate honeymoon escape after your wedding celebration with family and friends, St. Martin Blue can suggest the perfect private villa on the beautiful island of St. Martin. The professional staff at St. Martin Blue uses proven vendors to supply every luxurious amenity you can imagine. As an added bonus, you will have all the exiting activities that make St. Martin special within easy reach. This tropical paradise has it all – from warm turquoise water and sugary sand beaches to casinos, gourmet restaurants and thrilling eco adventures. St. Martin Blue has the insider’s knowledge to direct you to the best of everything.

Making Your Dreams Come True

Just a simple phone call can connect you with an elegant St. Martin villa that features all the special touches you need to make your honeymoon unforgettable. St. Martin Blue will suggest the perfect honeymoon villa in the ideal island location. Let us know your wishes, and we will secure the serious luxuries you want, like champagne, fresh tropical flowers and chocolates to greet you as you arrive. A sensual poolside couple’s massage and flower-strewn bed can set the mood. For a romantic sunset dinner on the terrace, a gourmet chef can prepare the meal right onsite. As an added extravagance, we can arrange for professional musicians to play softly in the background.

Choosing a St. Martin Villa

The staff at St. Martin Blue stands ready to assist you in selecting your private honeymoon. Expect a high level of personal service, whether you want a villa that is steps away from a private beach, a chic, contemporary design or a hilltop location so secluded that you will use a four-wheel drive for access. This trio of upscale villas located on prestigious Baie Rouge are just a few of the amazing St Martin honeymoon villas offered by St. Martin Blue.

Phillipe Starck Inspired Villa La Perla Bianca

Experience the elegance of iconic Phillipe Starck design at Villa La Perla Bianca on exclusive Baie Rouge Beach. This beachfront villa provides dazzling ocean views from the landscaped pool terrace. A lavish bedroom suite features an impressively large spa bathroom with both an indoor and outdoor shower. White furniture adds to the contemporary island feel of this villa.

Elegant Furnishings at Villa Les Palmiers

A second honeymoon villa located on Baie Rouge is the prime Villa Les Palmiers. Lovely plantation furniture with plush seating and the famed W Hotel’s king size bed are featured in this chic home. Enjoy spectacular water views with the neighboring island of Anguilla in the distance. A whole house surround sound system is featured throughout the villa and around the pool.

Stargazing at Villa Nid D’Amour

Villa Nid D’Amour lives up to its name of “Love Nest” in French. This romantic hideaway is situated in prestigious Terra Basse right on Baie Rouge Beach. Take advantage of the infinity edge pool highlighted by waterfall arches for a cooling effect. This tropical gem offers every luxury for an unforgettable honeymoon, including a media center, a heated Jacuzzi whirlpool, an outdoor dining area and a spiral stairway leading to an observation deck for stargazing.

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Casinos on St Martin

December 4th, 2012

Dance with Lady Luck at a St. Martin Casino

After a day of shopping till you drop in Marigot, snorkeling in the warm Caribbean waters or just relaxing in the sun, get ready for a night of excitement St. Martin style by visiting one of the island’s 13 casinos for an exhilarating night of fun. Whether it’s a glitzy, Las Vegas-designed venue or a European-type establishment, you can enjoy the night playing the slots or your favorite game.

Las Vegas Style at Casino Royale

When it comes to Casino Royale, bigger is definitely better. This flashy casino opens at 1 pm in the afternoon and stays open until late into the night. The Casino Royale entrance greets you with illuminated fountains and neon. Inside are 400 slot machines and numerous game tables situated in a whopping 1400 square feet of space.  All the games you expect are there, including blackjack, craps, roulette, poker and baccarat. If you are in the mood for entertainment, catch the 10 pm show at the 800-seat Showroom Royale, where you will be entertained by a spectacular, if sometimes predictable, production. Upstairs, you will dance the night away at the loud and wonderful dance club. Casino Royale is located at the Sonesta Maho Beach Resort.