Archive for June 2015

Bloodborne pathogens are infectious microorganisms in human blood that can cause disease in humans. These pathogens include, but are not limited to, hepatitis B (HBV), hepatitis C (HCV) and human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). Needlesticks and other sharps-related injuries may expose workers to bloodborne pathogens. Workers in many occupations, including first aid team members, housekeeping personnel…

July 9: St. Croix Hotel and Tourism Association Annual General Meeting at the Buccaneer Hotel. Department of Tourism Commissioner Beverly Nicholson Doty will join as guest speaker. To RSVP, call 340-774-6835 no later than July 3. July 10: Legendary Service Training at the Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas. To register, call 340-775-3333 ext. 8402 by July 3.…

The USVI Hotel and Tourism Association and its members are pleased to congratulate the first graduates of the University of the Virgin Islands Hospitality Degree Program – Darisa Bobb, Kayresha Collins-Corum, and Wilford Blyden. UVI began offering classes for the Hospitality Program in the spring of 2012. It is part of a four-year bachelor’s program…

AeroMD provides air medical emergency and non-emergency patient transport throughout the Caribbean and around the world. AeroMD has two medical crews based in the USVI, along with a LearJet 35 and a King Air aircraft in order to service your medical transport needs 24/7/365. Visit www.aeromd.com or call 844-237-6631 for more information. .

New USVIHTA board member Akhil Deshwal of Gallows Point Resort is passionate about tourism outreach – whether it’s among locals or visitors. As one of the most recent additions to the board, Deshwal is excited for the opportunity to spread the word about the association. “I believe all of us can contribute in some way…