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Tuesday, November 23, 2021 — The OECS region’s coastal and marine environment is pivotal to the advancement of the region’s sustainable development agenda as well as to the ecological sustainability and holistic development of its individual Member States. Although the Blue Economy in the region is fairly nascent and requires a major boost to realize its transformative promises, there is momentum and gradual growth in understanding of the potential of the Blue Economy to position the region to realize its aspirations. The primary purpose of the OECS Blue Economy Strategy is to position the OECS as a model Blue Economy region worthy…

BASSETERRE (23rd November, 2021): The Enchanted Princess made its inaugural call to St. Kitts today, November 23, 2021, at 9:00am, adding to the exciting roster of cruise calls for November. “We are extremely privileged to welcome the captain, crew and passengers of the Enchanted Princess to St. Kitts during its inaugural voyage,” said Lindsay F.P. Grant, Minister of Tourism, Transport and Ports. “This arrival, along with two additional ships arriving today to port, showcases our successful phased approach to rebuilding the cruise sector. We look forward to exciting upcoming months of cruise calls, offering passengers an authentic Caribbean experience that is…

BASSETERRE (23rd November, 2021): The Honourable Lindsay F.P. Grant, Minister of Tourism, Transport and Ports was featured recently in a unique ‘postcard from paradise’ campaign on WheelsUpNetwork in Canada, a popular industry news portal for travel agents. Minister Grant penned an inviting “Wish You Were Here” style postcard that urged travel agents to consider booking their clients to St. Kitts this season and shared why the destination is a perfect escape for vacation hungry Canadians. The creative campaign, which is focused solely on St. Kitts, will publish two postcards from Minister Grant, shared over the next two weeks, a popular booking period when Canadians…

NIA CHARLESTOWN NEVIS (November 23, 2021) — The procurement of a new Wӓrtsilӓ generator being installed at the Nevis Electricity Company Limited (NEVLEC) Power Station at Prospect is expected to result in savings for the company and its customers. Mr. Earl Springette, Generation Manager at NEVLEC, told the Department of Information on November 19, 2021, that the addition of a third Wӓrtsilӓ unit is part of a process which began in 2000, to provide a more reliable supply of electricity to residents of Nevis. “There was a new extension built on to the plant in 2000 to accommodate three Wӓrtsilӓ units. In the year 2000 we got our first Wӓrtsilӓ unit…

NIA CHARLESTOWN NEVIS (November 23, 2021) — Residents of the Flamboyant Nursing Home in Nevis were presented with a donation from the St. Kitts and Nevis Bar Association on November 22, 2021, as part of the organisation’s annual Law Week activities. In presenting the gift to Registered nurse Kella Didier, who at the time is in charge of the facility, and nursing assistant Cecilia Stanley; Ms. Anmarieta Staines, on behalf of the association, noted that the donation is not the first of its kind to the nursing home. “Today we are here doing our presentation to the Flamboyant Nursing Home which is something…

Charlestown, Nevis November 23, 2021.. Since the reduction of COVID-19 quarantine requirements from 4 days to one, and in hopeful anticipation of the lifting of quarantine requirements entirely when it is safe to do so, the Nevis Tourism Authority has been busy advocating for the return of international travelers to the island. Jadine Yarde, CEO of the Nevis Tourism Authority, was a featured speaker at the 2nd annual Caribbean Future Summit, the world’s most exclusive event featuring tech investors, entrepreneurs, and influencers dedicated to the continued advancement of the Caribbean. Yarde, along with Nutmeg and Sage blog author and Aazhganan Project founder, Shanese Anne Steele;…

BASSETERRE (23rd November, 2021): Effective today, November 23, 2021, please note the revised protocols for fully vaccinated international travelers, nationals and locals arriving by Air into the Federation. International travelers arriving by air who have completed their 24-hour Vacation in Place can now freely enjoy tours and attractions and explore Port Zante while cruise ships are in port. These excursions include: Brimstone Hill Fortress and National ParkCarambola Beach ClubCaribelle BatikFairview Great HousePalms Court GardensPort Zante including vendors from Amina Craft Market and Black RocksSt. Kitts Scenic RailwayVibes Beach BarReggae BeachSpice Mill Attractions and tours must be booked through the concierge desk at…

No better time to celebrate fishers By Iris Monnereau Regional Project Coordinator on the Climate Change Adaptation of the Eastern Caribbean Fisheries Sector Project (CC4FISH) at the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) of the United Nations, Barbados. When you listen to consumers throughout the Caribbean you might think there is little to celebrate on World Fisheries Day this last weekend on 21 November 2021. “The price of fish is real dear and I ain’t buying no fish””  Especially during these COVID times when people have less money in their pocket, buying fresh fish from the fish market might feel like buying steak…

Charlestown, Nevis November 22, 2021… Journalist Anna Hart has featured Nevis in an article looking at the popularity of the Caribbean to the rich and famous in the desirable online Telegraph travel section. In the article, which sees Nevis mentioned amongst other Caribbean destinations including Mustique, Jamaica and Barbados, Hart details why the Caribbean is still amongst some of the top spots for celebrities and even royalty to enjoy some winter sun. Anna Hart looks back on the centuries of rich and famous British travellers who have descended on to the Caribbean for their winter breaks. From Mick Jagger and David Bowie in Mustique…

DUBAI, 21 November 2021 – By accepting people from all countries and religions, the UAE has prospered over the past 50 years, experts concluded as Expo 2020 Dubai’s Tolerance and Inclusivity Week drew to a close on Saturday, ahead of the nation’s Golden Jubilee celebrations. A panel discussion, ‘Openness and the Path to Prosperity’, part of the Cultures in Conversation series, underlined how good relations and acceptance between all sectors of humanity are vital for success and can address many of the current global challenges. It was noted that these same values have helped to define the UAE over the…