As the British Virgin Islands’ tourism product continues to grow, beach safety and local capacity to respond to large-scale emergencies remain a concern. In a recent interview with 284 Media, Junior Minister for Culture and Tourism Honourable Luce Hodge Smith reflected on the importance of safety for the Tourism Sector. While she couldn’t go into … Continued
The British Virgin Islands Tourist Board has launched an exciting new partnership with WINAIR to give away a BVI vacation package. The two organizations are teaming up on a promotional giveaway that will award roundtrip flights, festival tickets, and island experiences in the British Virgin Islands to one lucky winner. The giveaway is open to … Continued
Premier Dr. Natalio Wheatley recently gave an update on the progress being made by the Coral Reef Strike Team to combat stony coral tissue loss disease in the territory and other efforts to protect and rebuild reefs in the BVI’s Waters, while speaking in the House of Assembly. Stony Coral Tissue Loss Disease is a … Continued
The Minister for the Americas, the Caribbean, and United Kingdom (UK) Overseas Territories (OTs), David Rutley MP has issued a stern warning to the British Virgin Islands (BVI) Government, stating that the UK will not hesitate to take further action if the implementation of the Commission of Inquiry (COI) Recommendations continue to lag. The OTs … Continued
Minister for Health and Social Development Honourable Vincent O. Wheatley has voiced his support for rehabilitation initiatives at His Majesty’s Prison. Honourable Wheatley during a visit to the prison on February 1, along with Deputy Speaker of the House of Assembly and Territorial-at-Large Representative Honourable Stacey Mather emphasised the role of rehabilitation and successful reintegration … Continued
As part of the Government of the Virgin Islands’ commitment to effectively manage the presence of sargassum seaweed in the territory, it will be purchasing a sargassum boom to be installed in the surrounding waters at Handsome Bay, Virgin Gorda. Sargassum booms are generally used as one of the strategies to minimize the amount of … Continued
The 2024 Virgin Islands Volleyball Association (VIVA) Power League season got off to an action-packed start last weekend with a total of six games played between Saturday and Sunday. On the opening night, the first game in the Women’s B Division saw Lady Hawks coming from a set down to take the game 22-25, 25-22, … Continued
In a thrilling weekend of National League football, Virgin Gorda (VG) United asserted their dominance with a resounding 7-0 victory over Lion Heart FC to extend their lead at the top of the standings to 22 points. The unbeaten VG United showcased their prowess as they dismantled Lion Heart FC at the Greenland Football Stadium … Continued
The Eslyn Henley Richiez Learning Centre Apprenticeship Programme will be expanding to involve more local businesses following the success of the programme. Principal of the Eslyn Henley Richiez Learning Centre, Madgaline Allister made the announcement during a recent Government Information Services (GIS) featured programme, as she informed the public on the progress of the apprenticeship … Continued
Denet Callwood of Jost Van Dyke has been recognized as Sister Islander of the Quarter for his dedication and service to the JVD community. In an article highlighting Callwood in the Sister Islands Newsletter, he is described as a kind-hearted and extremely helpful individual who never hesitates to assist those in need on Jost Van … Continued
