U.S. Virgin Islands Hotel & Tourism Associationtag:usvihta.com,2008://12008-07-02T19:09:10ZMovable Type 3.35DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM MAKES A SPLASH IN WASHINGTON, D.C. DURING FIRST ANNUAL CARIBBEAN TOURISM SUMMITtag:usvihta.com,2008://1.2872008-07-02T19:04:05Z2008-07-02T19:09:10Z~ U.S. Virgin Islands Hosts Successful In-market Reception Event in Washington, D.C. ~ ST. THOMAS, U.S. Virgin Islands, July 2, 2008 - America's Caribbean brought the islands to Washington, D.C. from June 21 to 26, during the Caribbean Tourism Organization's...
~ U.S. Virgin Islands Hosts Successful In-market Reception Event in Washington, D.C. ~
ST. THOMAS, U.S. Virgin Islands, July 2, 2008 - America's Caribbean brought the islands to Washington, D.C. from June 21 to 26, during the Caribbean Tourism Organization's first Annual Caribbean Tourism Summit (ACTS). The U.S. Virgin Islands positioned itself as front-and-center among the more than 30 countries of the Caribbean that participated in the week-long events, through active participation in industry meetings to discuss important issues affecting the region and by hosting an exclusive U.S. Virgin Islands media and travel agent reception on June 26 at The Park at 14th.]]>
usvitourism.vi. When traveling to the U.S. Virgin Islands, U.S. citizens enjoy all the conveniences of domestic travel - including on-line check-in - making travel to the U.S. Virgin Islands easier than ever. As a United States Territory, travel to the U.S. Virgin Islands does not require a passport from U.S. citizens arriving from Puerto Rico or the U.S. mainland. Entry requirements for non-U.S. citizens are the same as for entering the United States from any foreign destination. Upon departure, a passport is required for all but U.S. citizens.]]>
Winners Miniature Golf & Amusementstag:usvihta.com,2008://1.2852008-06-23T15:46:57Z2008-06-23T15:49:28ZWinners Miniature Golf & Amusements 6500 estate Smith Bay, St. Thomas, USVI 00802 Telephone: (340) 777-7100, ext 2652 Fax: (340) 714-3080 Owners: Allen E smith and Rickie Norman Email: winnersminigolf@hotmail.com...
winnersminigolf@hotmail.com]]>
Vacation Activities, LLCtag:usvihta.com,2008://1.2842008-06-23T15:39:14Z2008-06-24T21:29:48ZVacation Activities, LLC 7000 Skyline Drive St. Thomas, VI 00802 Email: lourilynn@vacationactivities.us or summer@vacationactivities.us Website: www.vacationactivities.us VP of Sales and Marketing - Louri Lynn Throgmorton VP of Operations - Summer Westman...
Vacation Activities, LLC
7000 Skyline Drive
St. Thomas, VI 00802
Email: lourilynn@vacationactivities.us or summer@vacationactivities.us
Website: www.vacationactivities.us
VP of Sales and Marketing - Louri Lynn Throgmorton
VP of Operations - Summer Westman]]>
NO PASSPORT - OR PASSPORT CARDS - REQUIRED TO USVI!tag:usvihta.com,2008://1.2822008-06-03T08:36:43Z2008-06-03T08:37:18Z~ Travelers are reminded that travel to America's Caribbean is as easy as ever ~ ST. THOMAS, U.S. Virgin Islands, May 22, 2008 - As the State Department begins to produce new passport cards, travelers are reminded that no passport...
~ Travelers are reminded that travel to America's Caribbean is as easy as ever ~
ST. THOMAS, U.S. Virgin Islands, May 22, 2008 - As the State Department begins to produce new passport cards, travelers are reminded that no passport is required to travel to the U.S. Virgin Islands. The cards are being issued by the State Department as an alternative to the traditional passport books in an effort to simplify travel for U.S. citizens since more rigid travel requirements have come into effect with the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative.
"The new passport cards have caused a bit of confusion in regards to what is required of U.S. citizens when traveling to America's Caribbean," says Commissioner of Tourism Beverly Nicholson-Doty. "The cards are meant to be a simple and convenient alternative to the larger passport books, but they are not required for travel to the Territory. U.S. citizens do not need a passport of any kind when visiting St. Croix, St. John and St. Thomas from Puerto Rico and the mainland U.S."
The Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative passed by U.S. Congress requires that travelers, including U.S. citizens who travel via air to and from the Americas, the Caribbean and Bermuda must travel with a passport in order to enter or re-enter the United States. Being that the U.S. Virgin Islands is a United States Territory, American citizens traveling to or from the St. Croix, St. John and St. Thomas are considered not to have left the U.S., and thus do not need to present a passport.
For information about the new passport cards, visit http://travel.state.gov/passport/ppt_card/ppt_card_3926.html. Additional information can be found on the State Department's travel website, www.travel.state.gov, or by calling the U.S. National Passport Information Center: 1-877-4USA-PPT; TDD/TTY: 1-888-874-7793.
For more information about the United States Virgin Islands, visit usvitourism.vi. When traveling to the U.S. Virgin Islands, U.S. citizens enjoy all the conveniences of domestic travel - including on-line check-in - making travel to the U.S. Virgin Islands easier than ever. As a United States Territory, travel to the U.S. Virgin Islands does not require a passport from U.S. citizens arriving from Puerto Rico or the U.S. mainland. Entry requirements for non-U.S. citizens are the same as for entering the United States from any foreign destination. Upon departure, a passport is required for all but U.S. citizens.
Tommy Goes To School May 2008tag:usvihta.com,2008://1.2812008-06-03T08:29:06Z2008-06-03T08:33:45ZHere is issue number 2 of the Tommy Goes To School Newsletter. Click here to download the latest Tommy newsletter (PDF format)....Here is issue number 2 of the Tommy Goes To School Newsletter. Click here to download the latest Tommy newsletter (PDF format).]]>
USVI To Celebrate National Tourism Weektag:usvihta.com,2008://1.2772008-05-09T11:58:37Z2008-05-09T11:59:51ZSt. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands, May 8, 2008 - In observance of National Tourism Week in the U.S. Virgin Islands May 9 -17, the Department of Tourism (DOT) has planned numerous activities throughout the territory aimed at building awareness of...
St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands, May 8, 2008 - In observance of National Tourism Week in the U.S. Virgin Islands May 9 -17, the Department of Tourism (DOT) has planned numerous activities throughout the territory aimed at building awareness of the impact of tourism on the local economy.]]>
"Tourism plays a pivotal role in the lives of our community," said Beverly Nicholson-Doty, Commissioner of Tourism. "This annual event promotes wider understanding of travel and tourism as an industry that contributes immensely to our economic and social well being."
A series of events have been planned around the territory beginning with the launch of a public service announcement campaign on radio stations and in newspapers throughout the territory. The announcements which carry the slogan "Tourism is me...Tourism: It's all of US." convey the message that all Virgin Islanders are connected to the business of tourism. The announcements will continue throughout the year.
On May 9th Tourism Week kicks off on St. Thomas where DOT staff will participate in the USVI Hotel & Tourism Association's (USVI HTA) Career Fair to showcase the variety of jobs available in the tourism industry. Additionally, St. John and St. Thomas will play host to a number of other activities. All week long, tourism-related trivia will be featured on WSTA Radio's "Morning Show with Addie Ottley" (1340-AM). On May 13th tourism industry professionals will visit local schools to speak to hundreds of students on the importance of tourism to the local economy and the tourism job market. DOT employees and students will "Greet a Tourist" on May 14th in downtown Charlotte Amalie and Cruz Bay to welcome visitors, provide information and hand out Tourism Week souvenirs. On May 16th a group of junior high school students on St. Thomas and St. John will learn about tourism careers, tour hotels, attractions and other businesses. At each site they will have the chance to speak to tourism professionals and get a behind-the-scenes look at the industry. Activities will conclude with a "Tourism Awareness Fair" at Tutu Park Mall. A DOT booth will display videos, ads, newsletters and other USVI tourism materials.
On St. Croix, the DOT will host the "Historical Walk & Talk", a historical walking tour of Frederiksted on May 10th and Christiansted on May 17th. The tours will be led by Wayne James. Radio listeners can tune into a tourism trivia contest throughout the week on WJKC Isle 95 (95.1-FM). Students on St. Croix can learn more about tourism careers at a Career Fair to be held at the University of the Virgin Islands, St. Croix campus in the Great Hall on May 14th. Organized by the DOT in conjunction with the USVI HTA, the career fair will give students the opportunity to meet with tourism professionals, business owners, restaurateurs, and government officials to learn about entrepreneurship and different careers in the tourism industry. Among the exhibitors are members of the USVI HTA, St. Croix Chamber of Commerce and the Virgin Islands Department of Labor. DOT staff will also be on hand to introduce the destinations' new marketing materials, including the new promotional DVD to students. Tourism Week activities will also jumpstart the weekend when the DOT hosts Sunset Jazz in Frederiksted on May 16th with giveaways, including a trip to St. Thomas.
Stateside, National Tourism Week is a collective effort to promote travel through customized events in communities throughout the U.S. National Tourism Week was established in 1983 by a joint resolution of Congress. In 1984, President Regan signed a Presidential Proclamation urging citizens to observe the week.
General Membership Meeting, May 21, 2008tag:usvihta.com,2008://1.2762008-05-09T11:30:09Z2008-05-09T11:35:05ZHave lunch with us on Wednesday, May 21, at the May General Membership Meeting at the Ritz-Carlton Noon to 2:00 PM Guest speaker: Jason Gamel American Resort Development Association ARDA Timeshare Development and Partnership Opportunities To RSVP contact the Association...
Have lunch with us on Wednesday, May 21, at the May General Membership Meeting at the Ritz-Carlton Noon to 2:00 PM
Guest speaker: Jason Gamel
American Resort Development Association
ARDA
Timeshare Development and Partnership Opportunities
To RSVP contact the Association at 774-6835 by Monday, May 19, 2008.]]>
Cooperative Marketing Initiativetag:usvihta.com,2008://1.732008-04-23T15:14:49Z2008-04-25T09:18:01ZThe CMI (Cooperative Marketing Initiatiave) was started in 2003 by 10 Hotels and 5 allied members. Today, participants include 20 small hotels, activities and attractions, retails shops and destination management companies. We are “Strategic & Corporate Partners” with American Express,...The CMI (Cooperative Marketing Initiatiave) was started in 2003 by 10 Hotels and 5 allied members. Today, participants include 20 small hotels, activities and attractions, retails shops and destination management companies. We are “Strategic & Corporate Partners” with American Express, Havensite Mall Association/WICO, Cape Air and Yacht Haven Grande.
Our Vision: To secure a global marketing presence and awareness that will generate, grow and sustain demand for our destination.
Our Mission: To maintain the equitable self generated fund that enables the HTA to take the leadership role in planning unified and consistent marketing efforts.
2008 initiatives include: aligning with the Department of Tourism’s Marketing Plan, website pay-per-click and search engine optimization enhanced programs, destination promotions (Sizzling Summer Sampler), consumer driven tradeshow attendance, industry partner reservation center trainings, gorilla marketing campaigns (Big Beach Ball) and our Destination Symposium.]]>
2008 Destination Symposium Newstag:usvihta.com,2008://1.332008-04-22T09:59:50Z2008-04-25T12:20:52ZWe have 3 new PDF files available for download for this years Destination Symposium. These files are high resolution and should easily print on standard 8.5 x 11 paper. Click the files names to view in your web browser or...
Travel Agent Month, September 2008tag:usvihta.com,2008://1.92008-04-09T14:00:08Z2008-04-11T15:07:06ZSeptember is Travel Agent Month! Travel agents can sign up here to access our special deals....sign up here to access our special deals.]]>
Sizzlin Summer Sampler 2008tag:usvihta.com,2008://1.82008-04-09T13:50:10Z2008-04-14T13:55:10ZSummer and Fall are some of the best times to visit the US Virgin Islands. We've made it even better with our Summer/Fall savings on St. John, St. Thomas and St. Croix. You'll get extra nights FREE, entry to some...Summer and Fall are some of the best times to visit the US Virgin Islands. We've made it even better with our Summer/Fall savings on St. John, St. Thomas and St. Croix. You'll get extra nights FREE, entry to some of our most popular attractions FREE, a FREE gift card plus a FREE resort credit! Review the special offers on all three islands and then contact your travel agent or tour operator for reservations! Click here for details.
]]>
Activities & Attractions Committeetag:usvihta.com,2008://1.242008-03-31T09:06:23Z2008-04-22T09:16:05ZChaired By: Trudie Prior The mission of this committee is to promote the great activities and attractions of the US Virgin Islands while encouraging guests to spend the maximum amount of time in the USVI, thereby increasing awareness and use...
Chaired By: Trudie Prior
The mission of this committee is to promote the great activities and attractions of the US Virgin Islands while encouraging guests to spend the maximum amount of time in the USVI, thereby increasing awareness and use of the companies which will result in more revenue for the businesses and the territory.
Association Memebers can log in to read the latest minutes of this committee.
]]>
Communications Committeetag:usvihta.com,2008://1.252008-03-30T09:13:48Z2008-04-22T09:15:47ZChaired By: Trudie Prior The mission of the committee is to develop a proactive mechanism on behalf of the USVI Hotel & Tourism Association that encourages greater grass roots involvement of members and promote a better understanding of the industry...
Chaired By: Trudie Prior
The mission of the committee is to develop a proactive mechanism on behalf of the USVI Hotel & Tourism Association that encourages greater grass roots involvement of members and promote a better understanding of the industry and its contribution to the local community, additionally, to strengthen our political and social influence with a unified and consistent voice.
Association Memebers can log in to read the latest minutes of this committee.
]]>
Education and Training Committeetag:usvihta.com,2008://1.262008-03-29T09:16:24Z2008-04-22T09:16:59ZChaired By: Marc Langevin The mission of this committee is to create an affiliation with the Department of Education and a partnership with the community that will stimulate interest in careers within hospitality, while providing a learning experience and create...
Chaired By: Marc Langevin
The mission of this committee is to create an affiliation with the Department of Education and a partnership with the community that will stimulate interest in careers within hospitality, while providing a learning experience and create employment opportunities for students.
Association Memebers can log in to read the latest minutes of this committee.
]]>
Marketing Committeetag:usvihta.com,2008://1.272008-03-28T09:17:08Z2008-04-22T09:17:43ZChaired By: Lisa Hamilton & Katarina Doumeng The mission of this committee is to be the driving force in creating an environment that will increase demand for our destination. In order to increase demand the Association works in partnership with...
Chaired By: Lisa Hamilton & Katarina Doumeng
The mission of this committee is to be the driving force in creating an environment that will increase demand for our destination. In order to increase demand the Association works in partnership with our members, the Department of Tourism and other key stakeholders.
Association Memebers can log in to read the latest minutes of this committee.]]>
Here is issue number 2 of the Tommy Goes To School Newsletter. Click here to download the latest Tommy newsletter (PDF format).]]>
The CMI (Cooperative Marketing Initiatiave) was started in 2003 by 10 Hotels and 5 allied members. Today, participants include 20 small hotels, activities and attractions, retails shops and destination management companies. We are “Strategic & Corporate Partners” with American Express, Havensite Mall Association/WICO, Cape Air and Yacht Haven Grande.
Our Vision: To secure a global marketing presence and awareness that will generate, grow and sustain demand for our destination.
Our Mission: To maintain the equitable self generated fund that enables the HTA to take the leadership role in planning unified and consistent marketing efforts.
2008 initiatives include: aligning with the Department of Tourism’s Marketing Plan, website pay-per-click and search engine optimization enhanced programs, destination promotions (Sizzling Summer Sampler), consumer driven tradeshow attendance, industry partner reservation center trainings, gorilla marketing campaigns (Big Beach Ball) and our Destination Symposium.]]>
Summer and Fall are some of the best times to visit the US Virgin Islands. We've made it even better with our Summer/Fall savings on St. John, St. Thomas and St. Croix. You'll get extra nights FREE, entry to some of our most popular attractions FREE, a FREE gift card plus a FREE resort credit! Review the special offers on all three islands and then contact your travel agent or tour operator for reservations! Click here for details.
]]>