IN ST. MARTIN, LA SAMANNA, A BELMOND HOTEL CELEBRATES 50 YEARS 

Luxury Resort in St. Martin Reopens on Nov. 15

St. Martin: Nov.  2023     Elegant in St. Martin,  La Samanna, A Belmond Hotel reopens on Nov. 15, 2023, celebrating its 50^th anniversary. Surrounded by 55 acres of gardens, the resort will unveil 8 private Pool Villas and welcome the return of Michelin-star chef Marcel Ravin, Culinary Director at L’Oursin. www.belmond.com/north-america/caribbean   Inspired by the island’s palms and ocean breezes, Private Pool Villas feature original artwork by one of Saint Martin’s most celebrated painters Sir Roland Richardson. These sanctuaries include wrap-around terraces,  kitchens, alfresco dining spaces, and infinity pools with sweeping views of  Baie Longue beach.   Additional amenities on the French side of the dual nation island include roundtrip airport transfers, a 24-hour Villa Host service, and chauffeured transportation around the resort via a private golf cart. From Nov. 28- 30, NASA astronaut Nicole Stott will share her experience of both outer space and diving as she promotes her latest book, “Back to Earth: What Life in Space Taught Me About Our Home Planet  and Our Mission to Protect It.”  Lastly, world-renowned spiritual advisor Cindi Tryon will be in residence from Dec.  12-14 for a 3-day “Enlightening Moments” workshop.

A night to remember, Dec.  9th celebrates 50 years of La Samanna with music, light, and a  dance show as well as a myriad of delectable French Caribbean cuisine. This exciting event debuts  “Marcel & Ses Amis,” La Samanna’s new program of culinary events led by Chef Marcel Ravin in collaboration with chefs from around the world.  Michelin star Chef Bruno Verjus, owner of the Paris restaurant Table and the highest new entry to The World’s 50 Best Restaurants list, will kick off the anniversary celebrations with a weekend of culinary programming.  Room rates start at USD 1,300 per night and the Private Pool Villas start at $5,200 per night, based on double occupancy. https://www.belmond.com/north-america/caribbean.