The SHTA will be organizing its first General Membership Meeting since the start of its Association year. The event, which will focus on the State of the Economy, will feature a keynote address by Dr. Emsley Tromp of the Central Bank.

In his speech given earlier this year, Dr. Tromp echoed the SHTA’s predictions on the effects of the global financial crisis and gave recommendations to safeguard our fragile tourism based economy. Based on the recent claims that the worst part of the crisis is over and there is no longer a need to be proactive, the SHTA thought it an appropriate opportunity to invite Dr. Tromp to share his views.

Following his address is a panel discussion, where 4 different sectors (Hotel / Trade / Marine / Restaurant) will each give a short presentation on their current situations. This will initiate a think tank session resulting in ‘call to action’ recommendations outlining the roles and responsibilities for both private and public sector.

Special invitations have been extended to the Island Council and several department heads.

The SHTA hopes to see its membership and invited dignitaries come out and partake in this highly important event.

Date: Friday October 23, 2009
Time: 5:00 – 7:30 pm
Place: Great Bay Beach Resort

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Joshua Rose Guesthouse: A budget friendly property with nightly rates starting at $40 per room, based on double occupancy.  A 5% tax and $3 energy charge is additional.  For more information, visit http://www.joshuaroseguesthouse.com.  For reservations call 1-315-289-1516 or email joshuaroseguesthouse@gmail.com.

L’Esperance Hotel: Nightly rates starting at $90 per room, based on double occupancy.  A 15% service charge and 5% government tax is additional.  For more information, visit http://www.lesperancehotel.com.  For reservations call 1-599-542-5355 or email info@lesperancehotel.com.

Mary’s Boon Beach Resort & Spa: A boutique hotel with rates from $115 per room, per night, based on double occupancy.  A 15% service charge and 5% government tax is additional.  For more information, visit http://www.marysboon.com.  For reservations call 1-599-545-7000 or email info@marysboon.com.

Princess Heights: This luxury boutique condo hotel offers nightly rates from $160 per room, based on double occupancy. A 15% service charge and 5% government tax is additional.  For more information, visit http://www.princessheights.com.  For reservations call 1-800-881-1744 oremail info@princessheights.com.

In order to receive discounts guests must book directly with the hotel and pay in full when making the reservation.  All rates are per room, per night, based on double occupancy and are subject to availability.

For more information, visit http://www.VisitStMaarten.com.

St. Maarten

St. Maarten is truly a unique island in several ways.  It is the smallest island in the world to be shared by two nations, the Netherlands and France, creating a European-influenced vibe with a Caribbean flair.  St. Maarten is also the culinary capital of the Caribbean with an eclectic array of elegantly-perfected culinary fusion that keeps “food lovers” returning each year.  And with more than 300 restaurants, the island has something for everyone.

Located at the northern end of the Lesser Antilles, the island has 37 breathtaking beaches and is home to many historical and family-oriented attractions including the vastly abundant treasure of rare animal and plant species at the St. Maarten Zoological and Botanical Garden.  The historically-pivotal Fort Amsterdam, the St. Maarten Museum and the picturesque and symbolic Mount Concordia, where a treaty and harmonious peace was forged between the island’s two cultures more then 350 years ago, provide other unique attractions.

The Dutch capital of Philipsburg offers duty-free shopping and a bustling city atmosphere in the heart of the Caribbean, while nightlife activities provide endless entertainment at the island’s 14 casinos and numerous nightclubs.  For water enthusiasts scuba diving and snorkeling facilities are located throughout the island, which boasts a wide array of marine biodiversity and unique underwater dive sites such as the H.M.S. Proselyte, a notable British frigate which sank in St. Maarten’s waters in 1801.

Accommodations are varied with many designed to exceed the expectations of even the most discerning traveler and include elegant private villas, family oriented resorts, quaint cottages and luxury spa resorts.  Air service is available to Princess Juliana International Airport in St. Maarten from a number of U.S. and Canadian cities as well as Europe, South America and the Caribbean.

For more information, visit www.VacationStMaarten.com.

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