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Tijon: Create Your Own Perfume/Cologne

1 L'Esperance Road, 97150, St. Maarten/St. Martin
0590-52-08-12
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Experimenting
Making the perfume
certified parfume creators
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Ranked #1 of 2 attractions in Grand Case
5.0 of 5 stars 104 Reviews
Type: Factory Tours
Owner description: Make your Own Perfume / Cologne: Tijon Parfumerie is likely the only place in the world where you can participate in a “special activity” by choosing...... more » Owner description: Make your Own Perfume / Cologne: Tijon Parfumerie is likely the only place in the world where you can participate in a “special activity” by choosing from over 300 oils to create your own perfume or cologne. Sounds daunting, but it is made relatively easy. The hardest part for many is naming their own fragrance. One experience takes 2-3 hours and costs 99 €. Everyone leaves with their own custom fragrance and a gift bag of Tijon products worth 90€ (1€ = $1 cash). Another experience takes 60-90 minutes and costs 69€ with everyone leaving with their own fragrance and a gift bag of Tijon products worth 40€. Tijon also offers an on-site boutique with its signature line of 18 French Caribbean fragrances, cosmetics and gifts. « less
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New York City, New York
2 reviews
“MADE MY OWN SCENT!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012 NEW

John and Cindy made this an unique experience ! My husband went because I wanted to do this, but ended up having more fun and creating his own scent, "Island man" ! I cannot urge you enough to have this experience , it's fun but also teaches you so much. You will never look at scents the same way again!... More

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Brighton, Colorado
2 reviews
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“Highly recommend”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2012

I met someone from Canada when visiting, we made perfume on Monday what a MEMORABLE time we had will definitely do this again when I come back!!! More

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New York City, New York
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29 reviews 29 reviews
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30 helpful votes 30 helpful votes
“A great class and a great attraction in St-Maarten”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2012

We took the class to "create your own perfume" at Tijon. It was interesting, fun and very creative. John and Cyndi were very helpful. And we got tons of nice goodies. I got a whole new appreciation for how perfume is made. I highly recommend it. More

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Michigan
2 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“FANTASTIC”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2012
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When my family walked inside Tijon ages 4-70, we walked around smelling different scents. I seen people behind glass with white coats on and thought to myself that they had a lot of employees for a small business. I found out less than 5 minutes that they were individuals just like me and my family, that were making their own... More

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New Jersey
2 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Beyond my expectations”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2012

John and Cyndi make creating your own scent a once in a lifetime experience. Their knowledge, patience, and friendliness made this something I will never forget! I will be back the next time to the island. More

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Bathgate
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Fantastic way to spend a couple off hours”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2012
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We took the perfume 101 class on our honeymoon and it was definitely my favourite thing we did in our 2 weeks on the island. We arrived almost 45 mins late thanks to a very slow taxi driver who decided to stop to pick up another couple on the way and couldn't get her taxi turned around! We did call... More

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Freehold, NJ
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4 reviews 4 reviews
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Interesting experience”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2012

Jon and Cindy are very friendly and informative on the perfume process. We enjoyed the visit More

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Ontario
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74 helpful votes 74 helpful votes
“A Friendly Store”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2012
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TiJon kept the store open on a Wednesday afternoon so that we could drop in. The restaurant had called ahead for us. Note: Stores close on Wed. afternoon in Grand Case. We did not linger extensively. TiJon really understands his perfumes and what women want. I would definitely would like to return. It's aroma heaven !!! More

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Minneapolis, Minnesota
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“A Highlight of Our Trip!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2012

My 9 year old daughter and I participated in the Mix and Match Class (I would recommend this class if either your time is limited or you have children with you). Cyndi and John were wonderful and patient with both of us. We learned so much about how the different scents work together and how to create a lasting, beautiful... More

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New Orleans, Louisiana
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16 reviews 16 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Great Fun, Great Hosts”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 April 2012

We visited Tijon, located at one end of the Boulevard Grand Case, near our hotel and had a very pleasant hour or so making our own perfume! This is a great activity done in the morning or early evening hours. The hosts, John & Kim, were particularly friendly and gracious, conveying their great knowledge of perfumes and their enthusiasm for... More

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