@@30AndAWakeUp You’re Welcome:)! I know you would prefer to go explore alone. I appreciate that preference. It’s also nice to see a snippet once in awhile!
Really like this port guide. I have an excursion booked through Princess when I hit Sint Maarten, but this valuable information for my inevitable next visit.
I really did like this review. It worked! When I take a cruise, I want to know what is available and this video truly hit the mark. The lack of shade was truly helpful. I do get tired of videos showing the cabin and food, as they all look the same. Thank you and I hope you do more of these videos. I just subscribed.
Not a worry in the world, cold beer in my hand. Life is good today, life is good today. 🎶🍻 Great timing, I had just sat down for lunch and your video popped up. Good info and helpful for anyone visiting Philipsburg by cruise ship. As long as there is a nice sidewalk, hardly seems worth a water taxi to save a ten minute walk. And seemed a very pleasant stroll. Enjoy!
This is exactly the type of port video I love. We like to just get off a ship and visit the island. Thanks for doing this and I hope you'll do more. BTW, you haven't accepted my Shipmate request on Shipmate. 😊
Oh! And any Dutch restaurant is going to have frikandel. It’s like a Dutch hot dog. But it doesn’t taste like a hot dog…it’s a mixed meat patty or (more commonly) sausage and it’s REALLY good! Served on its own or in between bread. 😊
@30 And A Wake Up I understand fully. When I visit a place, I take notes and collect information for friends that may follow. I don't have near the audience that you do. Keep traveling.
This is perfect...I thought I had to take the long way around when walking into the city. I was there about 2 years ago and am going back in January...now I know about that path...so great recap....I think I will then catch a taxi to that bar by the airport to see that planes land by the beach.
When we were there last month, we just rented 2 beach bed and umbrella for $20 spend all day until time to go back to the ship. , we just grab snacks and drink from the store nearby and beaches nice and easy from. Chip walk back-to-back.
Wow! I would swear you had a past life as a videographer and tour guide. Thanks for the great tour and honest assessment of your visit. I can't wait to see more of this and your regular content. :)
I know that you are doubting if you do this well. But, Kevin, I thought this was a great video! (Very much worth giving up a Friday night.) Congrats, you've scored with a new vlogging style. 🏖
Was there pre 1999 or so, soggy dollar bar in Simpson bay, take the tender and tie up, was a great time, loved the differences in the french side, topless or even nude bathing and great for international phone calls , when you are being paid to be there , it’s double quid in
@@30AndAWakeUp I’ve been following your channel since your can life segment. As an active duty member, I love your story and travels! I’ve been enjoying the cruise chapter of your life! Keep up the great content!
I liked your take in the island, Kevin. Johnny’s is a definite go-to in St Maarten! He rents scooters and 4-wheelers + he gives great tours if you want them!
Pretty cool one. This should do all for anyone planning a travel to this area. Super informative as always. Can't wait till the next notification that you've posted again.
Yes, please do more in this format!!! So many excursion companies to exploit cruisers when it’s just a simple 10 minute walk. We have an Alaskan cruise planned for next year and I hope you do one for ports in Alaska.
That is exactly what we did 10-11 years ago. Walked from the pier, looked at the shops, but we got a drink at the Blue Bitch Bar. And I got a can hugger that I still use with the BBB logo on it! And BTW, I really enjoyed this video tour!
You did good Kevin. Nice to see what’s available without taking a tour. I like to go out on my own and do things in my own time. And those tacos, I would of got the same thing, maybe also a local beer 😊. Keep these videos coming. I’m enjoying them.
Next time you’re at a Dutch restaurant (because I’m sure that happens all the time lol) see if they have patatje oorlog. It’s so good!!!! It means “fries at war” lol. It’s an Indonesian influenced dish…it’s spiced French fries with mayo and peanut sauce and diced onions…it tastes better than it sounds. 😂 It’s good as HELL!!!
Thanks for the great video. Such a beautiful place! Early this morning I watched a van channel that shared their Princess cruise. In case you'd like to watch it's LivinRision! . Husband and wife tour on and off board.
I liked this video format regarding the port of call albeit it makes sense that it was short in duration. That said, I particularly enjoy your detailed cruise line comparisons.
More videos like these Kevin! Super informative. Did you chance upon going anywhere close to the airport area? Heard about planes getting super low before landing.
Thanks Kevin for this good info. Because of you, I have just booked my first cruise on MSC, 09Apr out of Port Canaveral for 11 days. Nassau is the first stop so these types of videos are helpful. I have a question for you regarding what you packed....as I watched that video. Is there anything that you wish you had brought with you? Anything you found you could have left behind? Cheers Brian Paul
For anyone planning on visiting, I have to say during the low season I recommend avoiding Philipsburg, the locals can get really pushy for you to buy at their stores plus most of the beach bars and activities close down completely
will be here next month. My husband has difficulty walking long distances or standing for long times so we booked a tour but what I can not seem to find out is how far from the boat to where you meet your tour guide? Do they have like golf carts to shuttle people to that area or strictly just have to walk it. Need to know if I should keep the tour or cancel. It does not allow mobility scooter so we would have to walk to the tour pickup. Thank you
I've been meaning to ask you what have you been doing for currencies for the different countries you visit? PS I will be in St Maarten sometime in May on my cruise so this is helpful. 🙂
I would be very interested if you would read off the excursions each ship offers and the prices. I would choose the excursions so interested in what they offer. Do they fill up fast? Do people book them before the ship leaves? Does your personal credits help offset that as well?
Yeah, onboard credit can help offset it. I'll try to talk about it in the future. People do book some before the cruise with the popular ones selling out. But there always seems to be some available onboard. Lots of times you can walk to the end of the pier and get an excursion from vendors as well.
If you look at an itinerary of any cruise ship on their web site, they will list all the ports, how long the ship is in the port and what excursions are offered. Now, the excursions can book out months before the cruise starts, it depends on the port of call. The one major excursion I wanted on my Alaska cruise in June is already booked and I’m on standby…
LOL, Thank you for the tour. I figure you already know what Bi***h is an acronym for... Boys I'm Taking Charge Here... I loved the name of that bar. Yep, umbrella added to my cruise packing list. Thank you again for taking us along on your journey. Safe travels.
To take THE water taxi here IS a mistake! WALK it, the 8 min walk is flat (ok for wheel chairs etc) and possibly less waiting time (and FREE) getting to downtown!
I took a water taxi to the beach, i rented jet skis for the hour and got shitfaced at the bar, Everyone was super nice. I want to go back but i rather fly there to stay longer instead of the cruise.
Been to St Maarten 4 times. Great places on French side to eat . The Blue Bitch Bar has the best chicken and ribs combo. Is touristy, but what the heck.
Nice perspective for first timers going ashore. I noted your lunch spot table had a plug nearby that appeared to have some USB ports, always a nice thing to have an opportunity to top up a charge while dining. Looks like you are having a great time on Enchantment 2.0!
Great vlog! You did an awesome job giving us a tour of the town. 👍🏻 Man the color of the water is gorgeous! Wish we had beaches like that here in Southern California! Thanks for posting! ✌🏻😉✌🏻
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This guy, is even greater and charming in person than the fabulous person you see on the video.
We are on The Enchantment with him.
Awwww...you're too kind Neal. Thanks for welcoming into your friend group. You're all amazing.
Very informative and precise! Love the format, Kevin! 😊
Thanks, Tracey!
Please! Make more of these videos! I love the Caribbean and this is soooo helpful!
Will do!
Hey Kevin
Can I just say .. your a natural
Brilliant footage and excellent commentary
Well done👏
Awe...you're too kind, Marian :)
Love this style of video. A quick way to get around the island 🏝️ and check out the beaches!
Thanks, Christi! :)
@@30AndAWakeUp You’re Welcome:)! I know you would prefer to go explore alone. I appreciate that preference. It’s also nice to see a snippet once in awhile!
Yes, please do more of these videos. Short ones are great.
Thanks, Tina.
Really like this port guide. I have an excursion booked through Princess when I hit Sint Maarten, but this valuable information for my inevitable next visit.
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you for this awesome blog
Thanks for watching!
Thanks for doing this!!!
No problem!!
Love that place!!
Me too
I really did like this review. It worked! When I take a cruise, I want to know what is available and this video truly hit the mark. The lack of shade was truly helpful. I do get tired of videos showing the cabin and food, as they all look the same. Thank you and I hope you do more of these videos. I just subscribed.
Thanks, Rita.
I’ve been on that beach facing the ship. Rented a beach chair along with a beer for $11. Awesome time!
Very cool!
Hi Kevin! Love the cruise vids and really love the port walk. It's just what I'd be doing.
Thanks Desiree
Not a worry in the world, cold beer in my hand. Life is good today, life is good today. 🎶🍻 Great timing, I had just sat down for lunch and your video popped up. Good info and helpful for anyone visiting Philipsburg by cruise ship. As long as there is a nice sidewalk, hardly seems worth a water taxi to save a ten minute walk. And seemed a very pleasant stroll. Enjoy!
It really was an pleasant stroll.
This is exactly the type of port video I love. We like to just get off a ship and visit the island. Thanks for doing this and I hope you'll do more. BTW, you haven't accepted my Shipmate request on Shipmate. 😊
Glad you enjoyed it! Oh shoot...I havent logged in there in forever. Let me go check it out now!
Great video. Thank you for sharing.
Agree with above comments. Prefer this content vs excursions
Great video. The French side Marigot is great. Really has a French Riviera vibe. The Dutch side is fun and great beach in town with shopping. Thanks.
Oh! And any Dutch restaurant is going to have frikandel. It’s like a Dutch hot dog. But it doesn’t taste like a hot dog…it’s a mixed meat patty or (more commonly) sausage and it’s REALLY good! Served on its own or in between bread. 😊
Yum!
Thanks for producing the video for viewers. I'm sure you'd prefer to just split and do the things you like.
Actually, with this format I got to enjoy the port more.
@30 And A Wake Up I understand fully. When I visit a place, I take notes and collect information for friends that may follow. I don't have near the audience that you do. Keep traveling.
Nice new terminal! When I was there the ships had to stay in the bay and boat us all in. It took forever!
Yeah it’s super nice.
Kev, Thanks for the great video!!
Glad you enjoyed it!
great location to dock a cruize ship did not look over run by tourist.. L.A Rob
Yeah, wasn't to bad.
This is perfect...I thought I had to take the long way around when walking into the city. I was there about 2 years ago and am going back in January...now I know about that path...so great recap....I think I will then catch a taxi to that bar by the airport to see that planes land by the beach.
That's a good idea! Will definitely do that my next trip there.
Great video bro, I definitely want to visit.
it's a great spot
Toes in the water, a$$ in the sand...YES I need that right now!! Currently snowing here in Rockford IL so this video cheered me up. Thanks Kev!!
Oh no! Snow still!!! 😔
I was there last april, miss it soo much😢
it’s a great spot
When we were there last month, we just rented 2 beach bed and umbrella for $20 spend all day until time to go back to the ship. , we just grab snacks and drink from the store nearby and beaches nice and easy from. Chip walk back-to-back.
Very cool!
Loved this!!!!
Thanks!
Lovely video. We are not excursion cruisers, and this is exactly what we do in cruise ports. Very informative
Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks David.
The water is beautiful and those tacos…yum!! Thanks for sharing!
Water was so pretty!
Great video!
Thank you!
That was great 👍🏽 ! I’m not an excursion taker but I love walking tours. Hoping this will be a staple in your brand going forward. ❤
For sure
Wow! I would swear you had a past life as a videographer and tour guide. Thanks for the great tour and honest assessment of your visit. I can't wait to see more of this and your regular content. :)
Thanks! ☺️
Love the wind chime, sun catcher things! Those were cool!
yeah
This different format is great and fun to watch with lots of information that is very practical. Great Job!
Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks, Peggy!
I know that you are doubting if you do this well. But, Kevin, I thought this was a great video! (Very much worth giving up a Friday night.) Congrats, you've scored with a new vlogging style. 🏖
haha...we'll see if anyone watches :)
@@30AndAWakeUp I'll take that bet! Let's say a foo-foo coffee.
Was there pre 1999 or so, soggy dollar bar in Simpson bay, take the tender and tie up, was a great time, loved the differences in the french side, topless or even nude bathing and great for international phone calls , when you are being paid to be there , it’s double quid in
Nice! Great info, thanks Simon.
We were just there two weeks ago! We rented two of those beach chairs and enjoyed the water!
Very cool
@@30AndAWakeUp I’ve been following your channel since your can life segment. As an active duty member, I love your story and travels! I’ve been enjoying the cruise chapter of your life! Keep up the great content!
I liked your take in the island, Kevin. Johnny’s is a definite go-to in St Maarten! He rents scooters and 4-wheelers + he gives great tours if you want them!
Very cool
I really enjoyed this video! The narration and the views were great!
Glad you enjoyed it! 🙏
Pretty cool one. This should do all for anyone planning a travel to this area. Super informative as always. Can't wait till the next notification that you've posted again.
Thanks, J!
Thanks, J!
This was excellent! Couldn't decide if this was a place we wanted to go. Thanks to your video, I will be planning our next cruise there. Thank you!
Glad you enjoyed it.
Yes, please do more in this format!!! So many excursion companies to exploit cruisers when it’s just a simple 10 minute walk. We have an Alaskan cruise planned for next year and I hope you do one for ports in Alaska.
I'll be doing 21 days in Alaska later this year....should be great fun!
@@30AndAWakeUp 21 days! That sounds amazing. Can’t wait for the videos.
Thank you for the tour. I am enjoying following your adventures.
Thanks for watching, Hazel!
That is exactly what we did 10-11 years ago. Walked from the pier, looked at the shops, but we got a drink at the Blue Bitch Bar. And I got a can hugger that I still use with the BBB logo on it! And BTW, I really enjoyed this video tour!
That's cool...I should have gotten a souvenir from there.
That place looked amazing
I really liked it
That’s where I live ❤SXM
it's a beautiful place
Such a great vlog, we really enjoyed. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks guys!!! :)
That was a great introduction to the port, I hope you show us around some other islands you visit. Thanks.
Will do!
You did good Kevin. Nice to see what’s available without taking a tour. I like to go out on my own and do things in my own time. And those tacos, I would of got the same thing, maybe also a local beer 😊. Keep these videos coming. I’m enjoying them.
I'll do the beer next time :)
Commenting to support your channel. Thank you for the content!
Much appreciated
Next time you’re at a Dutch restaurant (because I’m sure that happens all the time lol) see if they have patatje oorlog. It’s so good!!!! It means “fries at war” lol. It’s an Indonesian influenced dish…it’s spiced French fries with mayo and peanut sauce and diced onions…it tastes better than it sounds. 😂 It’s good as HELL!!!
That sounds like something I'd really like! I will definitely look out for it next time.
That sounds like something I'd really like! I will definitely look out for it next time.
Hello Kevin. Beautiful and informative review. Thank you for inspiring me to book a solo trip. Kind regards
So awesome, Tee!!!
Thanks for the great video. Such a beautiful place! Early this morning I watched a van channel that shared their Princess cruise. In case you'd like to watch it's LivinRision! . Husband and wife tour on and off board.
I'll check it out, thanks for the suggestion!
LivinRVision! I love Brian and Michelle. Informative, honest, and very entertaining. Just good peeps.
Brrrrrrrrrrrrr……. From Texas. Need ☀️🕶️
haha...yes!!!
Very informative and well done!
Thanks, Cindy! :)
I liked this video format regarding the port of call albeit it makes sense that it was short in duration. That said, I particularly enjoy your detailed cruise line comparisons.
Thanks, Vickie
Great video! I always want to know if I can just easily explore on my own and this was the perfect information - thanks!
Me too! That's why I felt like this was the kind of port vid I would do!
whaaaa 😄Definitely this Taco Mahi Mahi is not Dutch at all !!LOL Amazing video 😍
Wait..what? No Mahi Mahi in the Netherlands.
@@30AndAWakeUp my wish 😝🤣🤣🤣
Don’t forget to look for a hashtag # “cruising duck” while out there cruising for a year. So awesome.
Ok
❤
Thanks, Karen.
I subscribed 🎉
🙏
St. Maarten is one of our favorite ports! You just can’t beat that water!
It really is
Was just there in January. You should’ve gone a block off the beach. The vibe goes from tourist destination to a local feel.
Oh darn…next time
I see why your commenters want more of this. This is how to live full time on a cruise ship and not go broke on excursions.
...and to be honest...most of the excursions I've done havent been that great...and Id rather have control over my own time
Are you going to circumnavigate the world using only cruise ships?
I have been debating taking the water taxi or walking to town on my visit soon. This is exactly what I needed to see. Thanks, Kevin.
The walk was nice :)
Hi there we'll be traveling soon. Any advice?
I'll be there next month and wondered how the walk to town would be. Thank you so much for this video. I'm definitely walking.
More videos like these Kevin! Super informative. Did you chance upon going anywhere close to the airport area? Heard about planes getting super low before landing.
I didn't but will next time
are you going to grand turk or amber cove soon? i saw your san juan video and those are the other 2 stops on my cruise in may!
I think so…I always forget my schedule
Your intro shows a jet plane...why not a cruise ship? All the best!
Haha...I need to figure out how to update that!
Thanks Kevin. Was there any restriction / difficulty entering the French side of the island?
no..it's an open border
Thanks Kevin for this good info. Because of you, I have just booked my first cruise on MSC, 09Apr out of Port Canaveral for 11 days. Nassau is the first stop so these types of videos are helpful. I have a question for you regarding what you packed....as I watched that video. Is there anything that you wish you had brought with you? Anything you found you could have left behind? Cheers Brian Paul
Honestly, there is nothing I can think of that I wish I had packed.
For anyone planning on visiting, I have to say during the low season I recommend avoiding Philipsburg, the locals can get really pushy for you to buy at their stores plus most of the beach bars and activities close down completely
Thanks for the tip.
will be here next month. My husband has difficulty walking long distances or standing for long times so we booked a tour but what I can not seem to find out is how far from the boat to where you meet your tour guide? Do they have like golf carts to shuttle people to that area or strictly just have to walk it. Need to know if I should keep the tour or cancel. It does not allow mobility scooter so we would have to walk to the tour pickup. Thank you
Yeah, they have transportation from the pier to the tour guides
❤❤❤ Gracias 🫂
No problem! :)
I've been meaning to ask you what have you been doing for currencies for the different countries you visit?
PS I will be in St Maarten sometime in May on my cruise so this is helpful. 🙂
St. Maarten is great. Every place I have been to so far exchanged dollars at payment or I used a credit card.
I would be very interested if you would read off the excursions each ship offers and the prices. I would choose the excursions so interested in what they offer. Do they fill up fast? Do people book them before the ship leaves? Does your personal credits help offset that as well?
Yeah, onboard credit can help offset it. I'll try to talk about it in the future. People do book some before the cruise with the popular ones selling out. But there always seems to be some available onboard. Lots of times you can walk to the end of the pier and get an excursion from vendors as well.
If you look at an itinerary of any cruise ship on their web site, they will list all the ports, how long the ship is in the port and what excursions are offered. Now, the excursions can book out months before the cruise starts, it depends on the port of call. The one major excursion I wanted on my Alaska cruise in June is already booked and I’m on standby…
Thank you Peggy for the information.
Do you have any idea how many people you have inspired to do what you're doing? At least for a month or two.
I can only dream of this.
awww...well that's awesome
I'm an avid cigar smoker, do cruise ships have cigar lounges, do they sell Cubans on board?
Princess ships have a cigar lounge called Churchill.
Is this Martinique or Sint Maarten
Sint Maarten (Saint Martin)
Beer and pancakes sounds disgusting! 😂
Bourbon whipped cream on waffles is good thoigh.
I know right!
How does visa work? I know a lot of countries are Visa free for US passport holders, what if you are not US citizen? Do they have visa upon landing?
You have to check with each country but I think most cruises are visa exempt..but definitely check with the cruise line.
I liked your take on the port! Love your new motto, "Toes in the water & ass in the sand"! :)
haha....yeah I stole that :)
LOL, Thank you for the tour. I figure you already know what Bi***h is an acronym for... Boys I'm Taking Charge Here... I loved the name of that bar. Yep, umbrella added to my cruise packing list. Thank you again for taking us along on your journey. Safe travels.
haha...love it :)
To take THE water taxi here IS a mistake! WALK it, the 8 min walk is flat (ok for wheel chairs etc) and possibly less waiting time (and FREE) getting to downtown!
agree with that
I wish you would show more of the interior of the ship. Usually, you're just showing decks.
I will
I took a water taxi to the beach, i rented jet skis for the hour and got shitfaced at the bar, Everyone was super nice. I want to go back but i rather fly there to stay longer instead of the cruise.
sounds like a good time
Been to St Maarten 4 times. Great places on French side to eat . The Blue Bitch Bar has the best chicken and ribs combo. Is touristy, but what the heck.
I'll try that next time for sure!!!
I’ll be stopping here in Aug on my cruise
sweet! 🙏☺️🥂
I love this port video, same with the one from San Juan.
Thanks, Esther! :)
thanks Kevin....I will be on the Carribean Princess in June...thanks for the fun
Awesome! I’ll be on her next month!
@@30AndAWakeUp Yee haw
Oh sorry Kevin I forgot to say this is well done video, good job.
Glad you enjoyed it, Yuki.
Hi, great video not sure if I missed it. What is the name of the Beach where you ate?
Sorry....I can't remember! :)
Nice perspective for first timers going ashore. I noted your lunch spot table had a plug nearby that appeared to have some USB ports, always a nice thing to have an opportunity to top up a charge while dining. Looks like you are having a great time on Enchantment 2.0!
Oh I didn’t notice the plugs! Good catch!
👍🤩💝That was cute. I like the format. 💝
Thank you 🤗
So stunning 😍❤
Great video shipmate!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Great format
Thanks
Great vlog! You did an awesome job giving us a tour of the town. 👍🏻 Man the color of the water is gorgeous! Wish we had beaches like that here in Southern California! Thanks for posting!
✌🏻😉✌🏻
Glad you enjoyed it!
Excellent video. Loved all of the information and I though your format was spot on!
I really like how you did this video MORE PLEASE on your next island stop!!!!!! Living the life !!!!! YOUR BLESSED !!
Thanks, Tim
This video was a great introduction to the port and fun to watch…just what we wanted!
Thanks, Peggy!
Great video! Agreed that this 'tourist trap cruise port' looks lovely - THAT WATER!
Glad your trip's going well - see you at sea soon!
Thanks! 😃 Hope your trip is going well.
@@30AndAWakeUp I start on Wednesday!