Amid growing concerns from residents about the impact of cruise ship emissions on the British Virgin Islands’ air quality, an assessment conducted by the Environmental Health Division has confirmed that emissions from the Norwegian Epic are within normal safety ranges. The assessment, carried out on Wednesday, February 26, was initiated at the request of the … Continued
Update The tsunami advisory previously issued for the British Virgin Islands has been cancelled. The confirmation was received from the Department of Disaster Management (DDM) in a media update after 9:00 p.m. Previous Article A powerful earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 7.5 struck north of Honduras at 7:23 PM AST on Saturday, prompting tsunami … Continued
On the heels of COP29, Saint Lucia’s ambitious climate commitments are again in focus. The island has positioned itself as a regional leader in the fight against climate change, with its 2023-2030 National Energy Policy (NEP) setting an aggressive target of 50% renewable energy by 2030. These bold aspirations come against the backdrop of a … Continued
The Atlantic Hurricane Season officially ended November 30. With 18 named storms and 11 hurricanes with five major hurricanes causing damage around the Atlantic and Caribbean; 2024 was the ninth consecutive above average hurricane season. Director of Disaster Management Mr. Jasen Penn said that the destructive power of hurricanes means residents should remain prepared all … Continued
Director of Culture Dr. Katherine Smith has announced that the mural, “The Manatee” will be unveiled on Friday at the Bamboushay Lounge in honour the Virgin Islands’ maritime heritage. Dr. Smith said this year, the Culture and Tourism Month has focused on cultural tourism and the Bamboushay Lounge represents a business with a cultural product. … Continued
The Government of the Virgin Islands has addressed longstanding public concerns about the territory’s visual appeal and lack of aesthetic upkeep by empowering the BVI Tourist Board (BVITB) with a $500,000 grant for a beautification project. The initiative will be led by Junior Minister for Tourism and Culture, the Honourable Luce D. Hodge-Smith (R4). In … Continued
Renowned for its pristine waters, vibrant coral reefs, historic shipwrecks, and artistic underwater attractions, the British Virgin Islands (BVI) has long been celebrated as a premier diving destination in the Caribbean. This year, a dedicated team from the BVI is attending the Diving Equipment and Marketing Association (DEMA) Show in Las Vegas, Nevada, to spotlight … Continued
UN Climate Change Executive Secretary Simon Stiell delivered an impassioned call for unity and decisive action at the opening of the 29th UN Climate Change Conference (COP29) in Baku, emphasizing the urgency of achieving ambitious outcomes to combat the climate crisis. Stiell began by acknowledging the transition from the Emirati presidency to Azerbaijan’s President Babayev, … Continued
The British Virgin Islands has again been recognized among the Caribbean’s most elite destinations, securing 10th place in Condé Nast Traveler’s 2024 Readers’ Choice Awards for Best Islands in the Caribbean and Atlantic. The list, determined by 575,048 traveller votes cast for this year, reinforces the territory’s status as a destination celebrated by its visitors. … Continued
The British Virgin Islands’ Ministry of Environment, Natural Resources and Climate Change officially launched a new motor vessel, “Vigilate,” on Friday, October 11, 2024, to bolster the monitoring and surveillance of territorial waters. The vessel, whose name means “be watchful,” was acquired through a $933,189 grant from the European Union’s Resilience, Sustainable Energy and Marine … Continued
