St. Martin/St. Maarten - Simpson Bay (Dutch side) Attractions

Near Simpson Beach, Kim Sha Beach is a happen' beach. Come and rent a lounger, rent a jet ski or go parasailing. A certified PADI dive shop occupies the center of this beach, so dive boats make this beach their starting point for scuba excursions.

Near to Simpson Bay, Pelican Key is highly developed residental and resort area. You'll also find luxury villas and condos. It's a popular spot for snorkling and long beach walks.

For those of you that like Jet skis this is the best. For a very low fee you get a 2 1/2 ride with 30 minutes of snokeling thrown in. It was the best activity on our vacation. Kids will love it too.

Rudy's specializes in deep sea fishing for Blue Marlin, White Marlin, Skip Jack Tuna, Big Eye Tuna, Yellow Fin Tuna, Sailfish, Dorado, Mahi Mahi, Dolphin, King Fish, Barracuda, Spanish Mackerel, Wahoo and more. They are located on... (more)

Rudy's specializes in deep sea fishing for Blue Marlin, White Marlin, Skip Jack Tuna, Big Eye Tuna, Yellow Fin Tuna, Sailfish, Dorado, Mahi Mahi, Dolphin, King Fish, Barracuda, Spanish Mackerel, Wahoo and more. They are located on Airport Rd 14 (Simpson Bay across McDonald's). (close)

Next to Princess Juliana Airport, Simpson Bay Beach is the a mile-long curved beach that is usually pretty quiet. While Simpson Bay is very developed with tons of restaurants, shops and casinos, the beach isn't all that busy. It's lined with hotels, condos and villas. The water is pretty calm,... (more)

Next to Princess Juliana Airport, Simpson Bay Beach is the a mile-long curved beach that is usually pretty quiet. While Simpson Bay is very developed with tons of restaurants, shops and casinos, the beach isn't all that busy. It's lined with hotels, condos and villas. The water is pretty calm, so it's great for families with small kids or couples looking for an intimate, romantic spot. (close)

Amazing that on St. Martin is the creator/maker of Yoda from the Star War Movies. He is a great artist, but also is setting up a museum there with Star War items, and has many autographed items for collectors. Interesting man and right downtown Phillipsburg....a real find!