As part of Spotlight St. Maarten, Aqua Mania and St. Maarten Sailing School partnered together to organize a 'Youth Sea Adventure Day' this past Saturday December 3, 2011. Although the day started off rainy, the weather could not dampen the youth's enthusiasm for the activities that day. They met at Aqua Mania where they had a SCUBA demo. Two SCUBA instructors taught the kids about SCUBA and how to breathe using the Scuba gear. The kids were then able to try on the tanks and take a dive in the pool using the gear.After the demo, they were taken by boat to Marina Port de Plaisance for a tour of Mega Yacht "El Jefe". The kids were able to meet with some of the crew and were very impressed with the level of professionalism. After their tour, the kids were treated to pizza at Buccaneer Beach Bar on Kim Sha Beach. It gave them some time to chat about the activities that they had already completed that morning. They really enjoyed the SCUBA demo and tour and were really looking forward to their final activity.
To end the day, they were treated to a cruise on board the 100 year old schooner Passaat. They were given a history tour of the vessel and were encouraged to take part in the running of the vessel. The youngsters were able to take turns hoisting the sails, tacking and steering. It was a great way to wind down the day and they really enjoyed their time out on the ocean.
With just over one week left before the big event, Spotlight St. Maarten is ecstatic about the progress and success of Spotlight thus far. Confirmed for St. Maarten Saturday are Laser 101's Gee Money and also The Cut Creator DJ Outkast. Both of them will be in charge of keeping the party atmosphere going and keeping you entertained. St. Maarten Saturday is a free beach party and concert featuring Orange Grove and G Love at Buccaneer Beach Bar on Kim Sha Beach. The party kicks off at noon and there will be various activities to keep you entertained such as a carnival troupe, Buccaneer Beach Bar's infamous fireballs, and so much more. Visit the website: www.spotlightstmaarten.com for an updated calendar and "Like" us on Facebook for more updates about St. Maarten Saturday.