Caribbean leaders called for a strengthened and united global cooperation to overcome the socio-economic crisis brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic. The leaders also highlighted the importance of gender equality, improving access to technology and closing the digital divide, addressing inequalities within societies, strengthening climate
The Grenada Cocoa Association (GCA) has recorded a two percent (2%) increase in production in St. David parish, amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Chairman of the GCA, Christopher Williams, made the announcement during GCA's annual general meeting. Williams said that the increase is one of the major
Low seagrass population loss could leave tropical islands more vulnerable to storms There's an uncanny ally found deep in the seas of the Caribbean that can help the region—currently convalescing from the effects of the pandemic—buffer the perennial onslaught brought by the hurricane season. These are the
Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) Director, Carissa Etienne urges countries around the world to start planning for COVID-19 vaccinations and must continue to implement other recommended public health measures to contain the virus. "If we don’t prepare now, we will miss the opportunity to benefit from
Press Release - St. Vincent and the Grenadines' (SVG) Ministry of Health, Wellness and the Environment wishes to advise the public that the Dengue Fever Outbreak first noted in July 2020 continues with a total of 306 laboratory-confirmed cases of Dengue Fever from January 1,
Aruba launches "One Happy Workation" program, inviting valid US passport holders to stay and work remotely in Aruba from one week up to 90 days. One Happy Workation offers a collection of deals and discounted rates at t local hotels, chain resorts, and rental homes. https://youtu.be/6EuoPxjFvGk The program
The British Virgin Islands (BVI) is set to reopen its borders to tourists in December — nine months following its closure due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Premier and Minister of Finance Andrew Fahie made the announcement on Monday at the launch of the British Virgin Islands
The 2020 Atlantic hurricane season has been so extremely active that storms are now being named by the Greek alphabet. For only the second time in history, the National Hurricane Center used the Greek alphabet for storm names as the season's 23rd storm threatens the Gulf Coast. On
OECS Media Release - The Government of New Zealand and the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) Commission recently strengthened their collaboration on environmental sustainability to include the area of geothermal energy development. New Zealand and the OECS Commission will partner to deliver a study
Small-ship line leads the pack In seven weeks, the Caribbean's pristine beaches and seas will be visited by cruise lines and yachts again. This is according to a report by The Points Guy. In a Zoom call hosted for the travel media, travel agents and top SeaDream
