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Paradise in St. Maarten

A March 2004 trip to St. Maarten/St. Martin by CindyH.

We had a wonderful vacation at the Pelican Resort Club on the beautiful island of St. Maarten. The beaches are breathtakingly beautiful. The restaurants are plentiful with excellent food and service. What a spectacular place in the world to relax and enjoy paradise.

  • 5 reviews

Paradise in St. MaartenBest of IgoUgo

Overview

Ferry trip to Pineal Isle is a must. Also, you must try your luck at some of the casinos. Maho Bay is a great place to browse. Phillipsburg is the place to do your shopping.

Check out several of the beautiful beaches and do some snorkeling.

Quick Tips:

Best Way To Get Around:

We rented a car and found it very useful to get to various beaches, restaurants, casinos and shopping areas. Also it gives you a chance to see the country on both sides.

Pelican Resort ClubBest of IgoUgo

Hotel

Best Things Nearby:
Hollywood Casino, Captain's Cove restaurant, several pools and a beautiful beach with bars

Best Things About the Resort:
The view from our unit and its spaciousness, and the pools were spectacular with bars available at all.

Resort Experience:
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Pelican Resort. Our unit was clean and spacious with an awesome view of the ocean. There are several restaurants at the resort and the casino and of course all the pools you could want to swim in with the beach close also.

  • Unit Type: 1 Bedroom
  • Activities: Excellent
  • Amenities: Excellent
  • Unit Satisfaction: Excellent
  • Family Friendliness: Excellent
  • Service: Excellent
  • Member Rating 5 out of 5 by CindyH. on March 24, 2004

Jimbo'sBest of IgoUgo

Restaurant

This was a wonderful place that we stumbled upon our first evening in St. Maarten. It was an outdoor restaurant with a fantastic Caribbean atmosphere. It was surrounded by trees and a swimming area that was beautiful. The service was excellent along with our meals. A very romantic place to go in the evening.
  • Member Rating 5 out of 5 by CindyH. on March 24, 2004

Ric's PlaceBest of IgoUgo

Restaurant

This is a highly recommended open-air sports bar/restaurant with excellent food and great service. It has a great atmosphere and a nice blend of American/Caribbean culture.
  • Member Rating 5 out of 5 by CindyH. on March 24, 2004

Ric's Place
Simpson Bay St. Maarten, St. Maarten/St. Martin
599-545-3630

Captain's CoveBest of IgoUgo

Restaurant

This is a great place to go for steak that will melt in your mouth. Argentina beef I believe that is to die for. The shrimp and chicken dinners are great also. Nice atmosphere and great service. Very special place.
  • Member Rating 5 out of 5 by CindyH. on March 24, 2004

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CindyH.
CindyH.
WASHINGTON, Pennsylvania

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