
Innovative Destination of the Year: St Maarten
St Maarte has seen a miraculous increase in tourist arrivals this year (well in excess of 100 percent), and it’s part of an impressive strategy that has manifested in a full-fledged tourism renaissance on the island. From new hotel development to new beach bars and an admirable airport recovery, St Maarten has been an example for how to respond to tourism crises — and how to thrive, too.