Committee Updates

Environmental Committee: The Environmental Committee met in Nov. to discuss several ongoing initiatives. We are excited about the upcoming Blue Flag flag raising ceremonies on Dec. 1 at Emerald Beach and Great Bay on St. Thomas, and Green Cay Beach at Tamarind Reef and the Palms at Pelican Cove on St. Croix, as well as…

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Reef Fest 2016

The 7th Annual St. Thomas Reef Fest was held on Nov. 12 with over 1000 people in attendance. The Reef Fest community event was organized by the Virgin Islands Marine Advisory Service at the University of the Virgin Islands and Blue Flag USVI – VICS. Coral World once again donated the use of its venue…

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OSHA Update: Workplace Violence

Workplace violence is any act or threat of physical violence, harassment, intimidation, or other threatening disruptive behavior that occurs at the worksite. It ranges from threats and verbal abuse to physical assaults and even homicide. It can affect and involve employees, clients, customers and visitors. Homicide is currently the fourth-leading cause of fatal occupational injuries…

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CHTA Update: MICE Buyers are Coming to Caribbean Travel Marketplace

Caribbean Travel Marketplace 2017 will introduce for the first time MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions) buyers. Industry predictions indicate that the MICE sector is poised for vigorous growth. The overall demand for meetings is on the rise, according to World Luxury Tourism. Recognizing the impact this powerful sector has on our industry’s bottom line,…

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Save the Date

Dec. 1: Blue Flag Ceremonies territory-wide. Visit www.blueflagvi.org to find out which location to attend. Dec. 6: USVIHTA Annual Holiday Party at the Westin St. John Resort & Villas from 6-9 p.m. Contact the HTA office at 340-774-6835 to RSVP. Click here to view the flyer. Dec. 7: WICO’s 32nd Annual Christmas Tree Lighting from…

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YHG Event Calendar: December 2016

Event Date Time Location Carlos Aguilar Match Races 11/30-12/4/2016 9:00am-5:00pm lawn next to Fresh Bistro A Grande Caribbean Christmas 12/2/2016 5:30pm-11:00pm Central Courtyard Farmers’ Market 12/4/2016 10:00am-5:00pm Central Courtyard Pet Pictures with Santa 12/4/2016 10:00am-2:00pm How Bout Your Pet Family Movie Night: Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas 12/10/2016 6:00pm-9:00pm lawn next to Fresh…

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Richard Doumeng and Colleagues Recognized at Tommy Star Awards and Gala

Managing Director of Bolongo Bay Beach Resort Richard Doumeng and eight exceptional individuals employed in the tourism industry were honored Nov. 5 at the U.S. Virgin Islands Hotel and Tourism Association’s 15th Annual Tommy Star Awards and Gala. Over 300 guests gathered at the Frenchman’s Reef and Morning Star Marriott Beach Resort to recognize the…

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