Abolition Day

when: 27 May 2009 (annual) where: St Maarten and St Martin cost: Free time: All day A huge spectacle of music and dancing along Marigot’s seafront, following official government ceremonies, rounds off Abolition Day in St Martin on 27 May every year. Black Heritage Week, with commemorative events across the island, also ends on this […]

Festival of Laughter

Be entertained by one-man comedy shows at St Martin’s annual Festival of Laughter. Local and French comedians have the crowds giggling in their seats in restaurants and hotels across the island, from Orient Bay to Nettle Bay. when: May 2009 (annual) where: St Maarten and St Martin cost: €30-€50 per show Be entertained by one-man […]

Tall Ships Atlantic Challenge 2009

he Tall Ships Atlantic Challenge 2009 was organised by Sail Training International, together with the American Sail Training Association, to provide a challenging race that circled the North Atlantic, following the traditional trading route of sailing ships over the centuries taking full advantage of prevailing winds. The fleet gathered in Vigo on the northwest corner […]

The Reef’s Cayman Chili Cook off

Looking to shake-up the traditional July 4th fireworks and picnics? The Reef Resort, Grand Cayman is the place to be this holiday weekend. How does a Cayman- styled chili festival complete with kids festivities, a huge smores pit, local Cayman bands and of course, long stretches of white sandy beaches and cerulean waters sound? It […]

Feeling Like A Lizard : Memoirs Of An Illegal Alien Part 46

“Hey Man, how you doing? It’s been a long time.” I was startled by the greeting from a man two doors down as I entered the apartment. I could not see him clearly. He was coming out of his apartment and I was going in mine. He was dressed in a “security” uniform. “Hi” I […]