2+ week, 2+ day ago   (300+ words) Young BVIslanders working in the marine industry are being urged to raise their professional standards, with industry players warning that everything from appearance to customer service can affect the territory’s reputation as a luxury destination. The issue was raised during…...

2+ week, 5+ day ago   (200+ words) BVI News understands that one of the victims who suffered serious injuries during a series of fights at the Rise and Shine Tramp earlier this month had to be airlifted to Colombia for specialised medical treatment. The blow reportedly caused…...

2+ week, 5+ day ago   (271+ words) Former legislator Shereen Flax-Charles has pushed back against any move to give wealthy visitors exclusive access to The Baths, arguing that overcrowding at the world-famous attraction should be managed without shutting out residents and other visitors. “Everybody shouldn’t go to…...

3+ week, 2+ day ago   (417+ words) Ninth District Representative Vincent Wheatley has rejected a proposed arrangement to reserve The Baths and Devil’s Bay National Parks for cruise passengers, declaring that the attractions must remain accessible to the public. The National Parks Trust confirmed on August 14 that…...

3+ week, 2+ day ago   (393+ words) Policy analyst Emery Pemberton has called for greater cooperation between the government and private sector to guide the growth of marine tourism and increase local participation in the industry. Pemberton, who works in the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sustainable…...

3+ week, 4+ day ago   (274+ words) The BVI recorded the third-fastest growth in cruise tourism among Caribbean destinations during the first quarter of the year, even as debate continues over whether the territory relies too heavily on cruise visitors. According to the latest figures from the…...