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Zee Best Breakfast! Voted best breakfast on the island. Authentic, fresh-baked French pastries, light-as-air crepes and scrumptious lunches. Open daily in two locations; Simpson Bay and Marina Port-de-Plaisance with a lovely view of the marina.
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Shopping

Dressed to Kill

America's Cup 12-Metre Challenge Boutique
The St. Maarten 12 Metre Challenge, which is located at Bobby's Marina in Philipsburg, is home to the famous America's Cup boats Stars & Stripes and Canada II. It also has its own line of clothing called 12 Metre Gear, available only at this location. You can choose from caps, T-shirts, crew shirts, crew vests and classic fleece pullovers.
Tel: 599-542-0046

5th Avenue
If you've been searching for that perfect designer handbag, then your search should lead you to 5th Avenue on Philipsburg's famed Front Street. Here you'll find a large selection of handbags, sunglasses and accessories made by famous designers, all duty- and tax-free.
Tel: 599-542-3401

Endless Summer
Boasting a very classy, affordable collection of swimwear and resort wear for the entire family, Endless Summer is now conveniently located in both Simpson Bay and the "designer" shopping district of Philipsburg. The stores feature designs from Germany, Israel, Spain, Italy, the United States and Canada, by such renowned designers as Sunflair, Gottex, Roidal, Gideon Oberson, Diva, Tara Grinna, Point Conception and many more. Customers will find swimwear in sizes 4-24, as well as a large selection of hats, beach bags, pareos and sun products. The store's knowledgeable and professional staff will make your shopping experience a memorable one.
Tel: 599-542-1510

Linen Galore
For a world-class selection of beautiful handcrafted tablecloths and napkins, visit either of the two locations of Linen Galore on Front Street. You'll find a knowledgeable and friendly staff to show you the superb selection of fine linen table accessories, placemat sets and linens. There's also a full line of bathroom accessories, Italian and Belgian tapestries, Battenburg lace and fine embroidery work.
Holland House Hotel
Tel: 599-542-2533
97 Front Street
Tel: 599-543-0099

MCM
Located in Simpson Bay, MCM offers personalized service and attention while you shop in the beautifully appointed boutique featuring a full line of designer bags ranging from purses to attachés, luggage and portfolios. It also carries hard-to-find dog carriers and accessories like credit card holders, wallets, and key chains.
Tel: 599-545-5470

Rima Beach World
At Rima Beach World, you'll find every accessory you need to make an impact on the beach or around the pool - and all at unbelievable prices! Choose from colorful exotic wraps for day and night, hats, caps and cover-ups, Hawaiian shirts, tropical dresses and skirts, polos, beach bags, towels, "tees" and more. Rima has it all, in children's sizes and up. The store also carries a wide range of island gifts, Caribbean handicrafts and beautiful island style jewelry, all of which make great souvenirs for you to take back home or give to that special someone. Discover Rima Beach World, a spacious emporium where you can enjoy browsing and shop for all your vacation needs in a cool and relaxing atmosphere.
Tel: 599-542-1425
www.beachwearima.com

Roland Richardson
The "Father of Caribbean Impressionism," Roland Richardson has produced one of the largest collections of Caribbean art by a single artist. His original artwork and prints are showcased in his gallery in Marigot - a restored historic landmark.
Tel: 590-590-87-32-24

Shipwreck Shops & Resortwear - Boardwalk
All the sailing action of St.Maarten's Heineken Regatta comes to the forefront of your vacation in Shipwreck Shops, where you'll find a wide range of "yachtie" merchandise to put you in the helmsman's shoes. Shipwreck Shops are the island's exclusive distributor of your "must have" HR-08 race gear.
Tel: 599-542-2737
www.heinekenregattagear.com

Relive your tropical dreams in bold colors and cool effortless style, with resort cotton cover-ups, cocktail hour apparel and beach sarongs available at the Boardwalk store. Adorn yourself in West Indian elegance this vacation with resort essentials designed right here in St. Maarten. Boardwalk is located on Front Street and in the Royal Palm Resort.
Tel: 599-542-3706

Unique Galleries
The gallery of "Yoda Guy" Nick Maley is the only place worldwide where you can get Star Wars memorabilia dedicated to a loved one by a veteran Star Wars creature builder. Maley is a key contributor to the creation of Yoda and an outstanding artist in his own right. Don't miss his original location at 106 Old Street and his newest and largest gallery open on Front Street.
Tel: 599-552-2787

Vanity First
Vanity First is the island's largest duty-free perfume store with more than 60 perfume, skin-care and makeup brands. Located in the beautiful Le West Indies shopping center, Vanity First has a day spa with trained European skin-care and beauty consultants. You can find the full range of skin-care products and fragrances for men and women from Guerlain, Dior, Chanel, La Prairie, Clarins, Lancome, Estee Lauder, Escada, Givenchy, Gucci and Bulgari.
Tel: 590-519-955

Simpson Bay Pharmacy
Looking for a unique one-stop shopping experience? The Simpson Bay Pharmacy, voted best pharmacy, and the Friendly Island Pharmacy (544-4290) carry the largest selection of European and U.S. prescription medicines, over-the-counter medication and personal care products on the island, including exclusive brands such as Onima Aloe Vera from Bonaire.
Simpson Bay Pharmacy
Tel: 599-544-3653
Friendly Island Pharmacy
Tel: 599-544-4290

You can spend days shopping in St. Maarten/St. Martin and not visit the same store twice! So much to buy - so little time... visit our Shopping Guide and get full details about each merchant before you go. Print our shopping maps and take them with you.



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Events
St. Maarten Day, November 11
Armistice Day WWI & French Quarter's Village Day, November 11
2009 St.Maarten/St.Martin Classic Yacht Regatta, January 22 - January 25
2009 Necol One Design Regatta, January 31 - February 1
2009 St. Maarten : Heineken Regatta, March 5 - March 8
Green With Envy?
Get your own emerald! Emeralds...these bewitching green beauties are said to soothe soul and sharpen intelligence and wit. Eastern legends say emeralds can change color if the wearer is unfaithful. When shopping for emeralds, refer to the experts for advise on purchasing and special care in cleaning emerald jewelry. Inclusions on emeralds are common and only the truly finest are transparent. Emerald is the birthstone of May and the anniversary gemstone for the 20th, 35th and 55th year of marriage. The world's finest come from Colombia. Find these magnificent stones at Colombian Emeralds.
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Shipwreck Shops
Stores in key locations island-wide. Get your vacation essentials here; best selling books, souvenirs, Antilles Spice Clipper line of sauces, Heineken Regatta 2007 Collection and cool linen West Indies resort wear by Aussie designer Kim Van Loo exclusively sold here. Buy online now!
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