Thank you so much for the list. My friend Jim and I are going to visit your island at the end of April my first time. I am really looking forward to it. I haven’t traveled anywhere in over eight years. Looking forward to checking out your places and may be running into you again. Thanks so much for your videos. They are great.
I am so glad I found you and your channel! I have been enjoying binge watching your SXM videos. It has been 15 years since my hubby and I have been on the island and we will be there in July 2022 with our 10 year old son. So many new places to visit (including your restaurant) and I am super excited. Thank you so much for sharing all of your knowledge with us!
we came to SXM 5 times , and my favorite restaurant was SkipJack , service , food , ambiance , the view of the canal , cant wait to come back and try Emilios and Jax Steakhouse !!
Le moulin fou…Duck Shepard Pie and Lobster Risotto was amazing. Avantika… #1 absolute favorite!!!! Can’t wait to try the other recommendations. Thank you 😊
You must be so excited. The Rusty Rocket is closed at this time but I’m sure you will enjoy tasting your way through this list and that for the French side.
I stumbled upon Isola while looking for a place to have dinner after a sunset cruise in the area. Everything was delicious and the pizza was huge! Best spontaneous decision of my entire trip!
@@avancez4437 requirements are changing more often than I change clothes LOL Yes, there is an update on the requirements since the arrival of Omicron. Check stmaartenehas.com
Hi Traveling Island Girl! Question for you. We will be coming into SXM soon with the Cruise and wanted to venture out to Simpson Bay for for Surinamese/Guyanese/ and bonus some callaloo. But I'm unsure of what would be the best way for me to get there. What do you recommend doing for transportation? It's myself, my 4 years old daughter and hubby. We are foodies and would definitely like a mini food tour with local eats instead of doing an actual excursion. I doubt these excursions stop at the local food places.
Hi thanks for video, so beautiful! Can you send me 5 top 10 places to stay? I would love to stay in St Maarten and then do a day trip to Antigua via ferry.
I think you mean a day trip to Anguilla. Antigua is a bit too far. I’ve done several videos about places to stay on my channel. Check them out. But perhaps a top 5 is a good idea. Will look into that.
Hello Island Travelling Girl, I am sorry for asking this. I watch a lot of your video and I probably get confused with other videos here on your tube about Sint Maarten. Did you mention anywhere in your video about rum is not made from Sint Maarteen ?
Hello Violet, indeed rum itself is not made here. We used to have a distillery in the 70’s. Currently the island does not grow enough sugar cane for rum production. The rum is brought in from nearby islands and flavored here by different local rum producers
Thanks for sharing. After your husband restaurant you mentioned 2 other places but you didn't state What cuisine they are? Are they local Caribbean food
Keeping my fingers crossed for you that you will indeed get here in May. My hubby’s place is called Rusty Rocket. It’s close to the airport on the lagoon side. Thank you for your support.
Hi Riselle! Two questions: Where is the Rusty Rocket located? and..lol..Is Alina located where Bamboo Bernies was? Can't wait to get there. Will be there in a month😊
Rusty Rocket, like I mention in the video, is across from the Winair office. Right before the bend to the airport. Alina is above Casino Royale, where Tantra once was.
There is a vegetarian burger on the menu and you could get it without cheese. But it does have a little mayo in the coleslaw that is added on the burger.
So helpful, thank you! Could I email you/ message you for your favorite restaurants on the French side since we will be there this coming Saturday & are staying in Anse Marcel. Thank you!
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I very much love your enthusiasm :) Looking forward to our trip to SXM!
Thank you so much, Ulrich
I’m looking forward to only local island food on the island can’t wait! Thanks for sharing! 😁
Thank you so much for the list. My friend Jim and I are going to visit your island at the end of April my first time. I am really looking forward to it. I haven’t traveled anywhere in over eight years. Looking forward to checking out your places and may be running into you again. Thanks so much for your videos. They are great.
Thank YOU for watching. Come by Rusty. Hopefully we’ll bump into each other there and you can always book an island tour with me 😉
Alina is some of the BEST sushi I've ever had. Love to go back when we make it down again ..
Thanks so much for this! We’ll be there in late March!
I bet you can’t wait 😝
I am so glad I found you and your channel! I have been enjoying binge watching your SXM videos. It has been 15 years since my hubby and I have been on the island and we will be there in July 2022 with our 10 year old son. So many new places to visit (including your restaurant) and I am super excited. Thank you so much for sharing all of your knowledge with us!
We’re waiting for your return, rum punch in hand 😉 Happy Travels.
Thanks for the tips, very interesting!
we came to SXM 5 times , and my favorite restaurant was SkipJack , service , food , ambiance , the view of the canal , cant wait to come back and try Emilios and Jax Steakhouse !!
Heading to the island with a buddy at the end of the month. Lets connect!!
Le moulin fou…Duck Shepard Pie and Lobster Risotto was amazing.
Avantika… #1 absolute favorite!!!!
Can’t wait to try the other recommendations.
Thank you 😊
Let me know what you thought of the others on the list 😉
Love your channel, my wife and I plan to visit the island next year
We look forward to having you and your wife enjoying all that the island has to offer. Make sure to watch my other St. Maarten videos for more tips.
Im going to Emilio's I'm definitely going to stop at Ital Shack and Balls and Wine
We’re coming to sxm for my birthday in 3 days. Hopefully we can meet you at the rusty rocket!
You must be so excited. The Rusty Rocket is closed at this time but I’m sure you will enjoy tasting your way through this list and that for the French side.
I am definitely going to try on my upcoming trips!
Emilio, balls and wine for sure
I stumbled upon Isola while looking for a place to have dinner after a sunset cruise in the area. Everything was delicious and the pizza was huge! Best spontaneous decision of my entire trip!
The pizza is so good! I also looooved their gelato/sorbet.
It’s a great spot.
Thank you! So happy I have found your channel! Going to be in St Martin in April 2022, can’t wait ❤️
That's just around the corner ;-)
@@TheTravelingIslandGirl have entrance requirements changed since your November 2021 episode?
@@avancez4437 requirements are changing more often than I change clothes LOL Yes, there is an update on the requirements since the arrival of Omicron. Check stmaartenehas.com
I visit island quite often. For me- Chesterfield is the best.
Good info enjoying following you.
Thanks so much, James. I so appreciate it
Hi Traveling Island Girl! Question for you. We will be coming into SXM soon with the Cruise and wanted to venture out to Simpson Bay for for Surinamese/Guyanese/ and bonus some callaloo. But I'm unsure of what would be the best way for me to get there. What do you recommend doing for transportation? It's myself, my 4 years old daughter and hubby. We are foodies and would definitely like a mini food tour with local eats instead of doing an actual excursion. I doubt these excursions stop at the local food places.
Hey. I can take you around to some local spots. Send me an email: hello@thetravelingislandgirl.com
Hi thanks for video, so beautiful! Can you send me 5 top 10 places to stay? I would love to stay in St Maarten and then do a day trip to Antigua via ferry.
I think you mean a day trip to Anguilla. Antigua is a bit too far. I’ve done several videos about places to stay on my channel. Check them out. But perhaps a top 5 is a good idea. Will look into that.
Hello Island Travelling Girl, I am sorry for asking this. I watch a lot of your video and I probably get confused with other videos here on your tube about Sint Maarten. Did you mention anywhere in your video about rum is not made from Sint Maarteen ?
Hello Violet, indeed rum itself is not made here. We used to have a distillery in the 70’s. Currently the island does not grow enough sugar cane for rum production. The rum is brought in from nearby islands and flavored here by different local rum producers
@@TheTravelingIslandGirl Thank you very much for your swift reply. I appreciate you sharing and confirming this information with me ❤❤
Any suggestions for escargot ?
Any of the restaurants located in St. Martin? I have a trip coming up in April 2022. I will definitely visit the mimosas bar Emilio’s
Working on the French St. Martin list. Coming soon.
Thanks for sharing. After your husband restaurant you mentioned 2 other places but you didn't state What cuisine they are? Are they local Caribbean food
Number 7 to 10 are all local cuisine
@@TheTravelingIslandGirl ok great
We are sitting at the rusty rocket right now and wondering why you and your husband aren't here 😁. Looking forward to good drink and hamburgers
That Sucks! We are usually there in the evenings.
@The Traveling Island Girl maybe super bowl
In the Lord's will, I will be there in May. What's the name of your hubby's restaurant? I love burgers and will definitely support while I'm there.
Keeping my fingers crossed for you that you will indeed get here in May. My hubby’s place is called Rusty Rocket. It’s close to the airport on the lagoon side. Thank you for your support.
@@TheTravelingIslandGirl thank you.
Hi Riselle! Two questions:
Where is the Rusty Rocket located? and..lol..Is Alina located where Bamboo Bernies was? Can't wait to get there. Will be there in a month😊
Rusty Rocket, like I mention in the video, is across from the Winair office. Right before the bend to the airport. Alina is above Casino Royale, where Tantra once was.
Rusty Rockets for the gourmet burgers!
Rusty is no longer open though 😔
You didn't give the location of you restaurant, I would love to have it please 🥰
My husband’s burger saloon is located near the airport, across from the Winair office.
Any vegan options at the Rusty Rocket
There is a vegetarian burger on the menu and you could get it without cheese. But it does have a little mayo in the coleslaw that is added on the burger.
Are u being paid for advertisement? id like to enjoy the foods that locals do
Mostly no. Locals enjoy most places in this list. I’m a local and these are some of my favorite spots
Avantika
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Yumminess 😋
Freedom Fighter ital Shack
U
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Less talking in the info, makes me not want to stay.
So helpful, thank you!
Could I email you/ message you for your favorite restaurants on the French side since we will be there this coming Saturday & are staying in Anse Marcel. Thank you!
You can schedule a Zoom
Call with me and I can give you a whole list based on your preferences.
thetravelingislandgirl.com/services/travel-planning/