Archive for March 2015
Coral World Celebrates Love with New Dive Wedding and Vow Renewal Packages
Seeking to enhance its adventure wedding experiences, Coral World Ocean Park has launched its new “Take the Plunge” dive wedding and vow renewal adventures aimed at couples wanting to combine their love for each other with their love of the ocean. The new packages give experienced and novice divers the opportunity to exchange their vows…
Read MoreCHTA: Caribbean Hospitality Industry Exchange Forum Set for Oct.
Save the date for the Caribbean’s largest educational forum, bringing to you the most innovative and knowledgeable experts in the industry to show you how to make more money, save more money and have fun while expanding your network. Get ready for a power-packed three days in a dynamic and engaging atmosphere filled with game…
Read MoreMy Brother’s Workshop 3rd Annual “Thank You” Event
On March 5, My Brother’s Workshop held its 3rd Annual “Thank You” Event for donors and supporters. This year, the event was held at the location of the organization’s new training school at historical Baker’s Square in downtown Charlotte Amalie. Doors are set to open April 24, and attendees were able to view the progress…
Read MoreMember Spotlight: Gallery St. Thomas
Come to the Gallery St. Thomas for amazing, local Caribbean art, located in beautiful Palm Passage in downtown Charlotte Amalie. The gallery is owned and operated by Ruth Prager and her business partner Mark A. Thompson. It is dedicated to presenting the unique talents of Caribbean-inspired artists. Gallery St. Thomas was voted “Best Gallery for…
Read MoreSummer Employment and Scholarship Applications Available in April – Members Needed!
The 2015 Summer Employment Program and USVIHTA Scholarship Program will launch April 1. Summer employment applications can be picked up at the West Indian Company office, the Department of Labor and participating senators’ offices. The association would like to encourage members to sign up to host a student in the program. During the program, students…
Read MoreBoys & Girls Club Names USVIHTA President Lisa Hamilton Champion of Youth
USVIHTA President Lisa Hamilton is honored to receive the Champion of Youth Award from the Boys and Girls Club of America for her diligent work with the organization. Hamilton has truly proven to be a champion for the children of the territory as she volunteers to assist with school work and heads up several events…
Read MoreAnnual General Membership Meeting
Over 70 members packed the room for the USVIHTA Annual General Membership Meeting, held March 20 at the Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas. The association shared its Annual Report, recapping the progress we made in 2014. We highlighted some of the most important events and updates from the previous year and discussed plans for this year. The…
Read MoreUSVI Culinary Team
USVI Culinary Team We held our first meeting Feb. 17 to put together the new team of chefs. We are still in need of a pastry chef. Interested members please contact the office at 340-774-6835. The team discussed their planned activities for 2015. They agreed to participate in the upcoming events: – My Brother’s Workshop…
Read MoreCSHAE Hosts Annual Leadership Conference Sponsored by ARDA ROC
The Caribbean Society of Hotel Association Executives held its Annual General Meeting and Leadership Conference prior to the opening of Caribbean Travel Marketplace. Association executives from 14 hotel associations participated in the AGM and Leadership training including professionals from Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda, Aruba, Bahamas, Barbados, Bermuda, Bonaire, British Virgin Islands, Curacao, Puerto Rico, St.…
Read MoreOSHA Update: Ergonomics
Ergonomics is a word most people recognize from merchandise being sold. The term “Ergonomic Design” can be found when shopping for pens, kitchen tools, office chairs, and thousands of products used in everyday life, but what does it really mean? Quite simply, ergonomics is the practice of fitting something to the person who is going…
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