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Applications now open for the 2025 VI Asia Abroad Scholarships
WAN CHAI, Hong Kong- The Virgin Islands Hong Kong Office is excited to announce that applications are now open for the 2025 BVI Asia Abroad Scholarships.
Ova Drive launches Operation Christmas Drive to support families in need
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- This holiday season, Ova Drive invites the community to embrace the spirit of giving with the launch of its Operation Christmas Drive, a charitable initiative aimed at providing essential food items to families in need.
Villa Vie Odyssey’s inaugural call to the Virgin Islands
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The BVI Ports Authority (BVIPA) on December 2, 2024, proudly welcomed the Villa Vie Odyssey on its inaugural call to the Virgin Islands, docking at the cruise pier for several days in Road Harbour.
“The Manatee” to be unveiled in honour of VI maritime heritage
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Director of Culture Dr. Katherine Smith has announced that the mural, "The Manatee" will be unveiled on Friday at the Bamboushay Lounge in honour the Virgin Islands’ maritime heritage.
MSC Virtuosa’s inaugural call to the Virgin Islands
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Territory welcomed the inaugural call of the MSC Virtuosa, on Wednesday, November 20, 2024.
HLSCC to host transfer week in collaboration with Missouri Southern State University
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI – The H. Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC) is set to host a dynamic Transfer Week from November 20-22, 2024, providing students with opportunities to explore further education pathways and connect with representatives from Missouri Southern State University (MSSU).
Ilma makes inaugural call to the Virgin Islands
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI– The Territory welcomed the inaugural call of the Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection’s Ilma to Virgin Gorda on Tuesday, November 19, 2024.
Honouring Virgin Islands Heritage - HLSCC hosts two-day celebrations for Culture and Tourism Month
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI- In a vibrant celebration of Virgin Islands heritage, the H. Lavity Stoutt Community College’s Virgin Islands Studies Institute will be hosting Virgin Islands Culture Week on 20 and 21 November, as part of Culture and Tourism Month 2024.
Historic Loan Signing Ceremony!
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Today, Thursday, October 31, 2024, Premier and Minister of Finance, Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7), made history by signing the largest loan agreement in the Virgin Islands’ history—a $100 million facility with CIBC First Caribbean Bank (Cayman) Limited.
VI Gov't to host Caribbean Meteorological Council 67
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Government of the Virgin Islands will be hosting the 67th Session of the Caribbean Meteorological Council (CMC67) from November 18 to 22, 2024.