Tag: Carnival
Jou’Virtual Takes J’ouvert Online
Organizers of St. John's July 4th Festival presented, "Jou'Virtual," moving J'ouvert online to share the fun in a virtual way. “We wanted to offer a sense of normalcy during an extraordinary time," said Ian Turnbull, director of the V.I. Division of Festivals.
Virtual Carnival Netting Tourism Big Media Coverage
Revelers are unable to jump up and play mas during the 68th edition of Carnival Virgin Islands on St. Thomas, but the U.S. Virgin Islands is generating “exceptional” media coverage with its virtual Carnival series.
V.I. Division Of Festivals Launches Virtual Carnival
Carnival on St. Thomas may have been canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but Virgin Islanders can still have fun while maintaining social distancing. The Department of Tourism’s Division of Festivals launched “Home Wuk,” a series of online social gatherings designed to create a sense of community, camaraderie and a “virtual” Carnival experience.
COVID-19 Costing V.I. Tourism Tens of Millions
Tens of millions of dollars in revenue for the Virgin Islands are practically up in smoke as the COVID-19 pandemic forced cruise ship cancellations, a ban on hotel stays and a stay-at-home order that all but cut off the territory’s lifeblood: tourism.
Division of Festivals Adding Events, Bringing Back Traditions
Saturday night’s kickoff in Market Square ushered in the Carnival season on St. Thomas and gave residents a taste of what organizers promise will be a more fun and streamlined festival, with more events and the resurgence of old traditions.
Tourism’s Division of Festivals Planning STT Carnival Events
Preps for the 68th St. Thomas Carnival celebration are ongoing and promise a colorful range of cuisine, music, and people. Under the new management of the V.I. Department of Tourism's Division of Festivals, this year’s themed event All Eyes on We for 2020 runs from April 4 to May 3, with new festivities added to the calendar.
STX Festival Season Kicks Off with ‘Carnival Meets the Runway’
It is officially the beginning of festival season on St. Croix and Alvin Burke Jr.’s sixth annual "Carnival Meets the Runway" kicked it off with a bang Saturday. The night brought together Crucian Christmas Festival parade troupes and included a variety of entertainment.
$2.7 Million for New “Division of Festivals” Surprises Senators
Senators on Thursday pressed officials of the V.I. Tourism Department about the new Division of Festivals and how to increase flights into the territory at a meeting of the Economic Development, Regulations and Agriculture Committee.
USVI Mourns Cultural Icon Lena Schulterbrandt
The U.S. Virgin Islands is mourning the loss of Lena Schulterbrandt, one of its cultural icons, who has been long recognized as a champion of the tradition and heritage on her home island of St. Croix.
More Cruise Ships Likely to be Turned Away In Coming Year
During a meeting of WICO’s board of directors, Director of Marine and Cruise Operations Mark Sabino said things like berth size, Port Authority contracts, and scheduling conflicts create a perfect storm for losing tourism revenue.
Now Playing: The St. Thomas Movie Theater in Market Square will be closed until further notice.
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Gerontologist and end-of-life doula Neda Mcguire has good news for older adults and those traversing their journeys as senior citizens.
