Peter Island Resort is officially opened
Many persons were transported to the island for the occasion among whom were Minister for Communications Works Honourable Kye M. Rymer (R5), Minister for Health and Social Development Honourable Vincent O. Wheatley (R9), Junior Minister for Culture and Tourism Honourable Luce Hodge-Smith (R4), and Territorial At-Large Representative Honourable Lorna G. Smith, OBE.
There were also senior officials of the BVI Tourist Board and Film Commission led by Mr. Clive M. McCoy.
Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) applauded the resort’s management for positioning the resort to market the Virgin Islands as a premiere destination.
Peter Island Resort contributing to promoting VI- Premier Wheatley
Premier Wheatley in pointing out the value of the resort’s offering said, “Apart from the physical changes, such as the relocation of the main facilities to Deadman’s Beach, the new infinity pool, and other new amenities, this transformation also includes the introduction of new international partners into the mix – membership with Preferred Hotels & Resorts.”
Preferred Hotels & Resorts' Legend Collection, the Premier continued is a prestigious collection of ultra-luxurious properties and experiences, that appeals to a more exclusive, high-value clientele.
“By joining such an esteemed club, Peter Island Resort and its management are contributing immensely to promoting destination BVI within that market and that stratosphere, which will not only benefit this resort but many of our complementary tourism businesses such as the tours, restaurants, bars and other attractions across our islands." Premier Wheatley said during the ceremony.
New resort signifies Peter Island Resort management’s confidence in VI- Premier Wheatley
Premier Wheatley added that an investment such as the rebuild and expansion of the resort is indicative of the high level of confidence placed in the Territory as a destination and tourism product.
"It also sends a signal to those concerned that the BVI economy is growing and will continue growing. Such endorsements are very timely, as we are putting measures in place to increase airlift to the BVI and to make it easier to get to and from our islands. I am referring, of course, to our plans to extend the length of our runway so that we can accommodate more seamless connections with major cities in North America and Europe,” he said.
Additionally, the former Sprat Bay Marina was reconfigured and relaunched as the Peter Island Yacht Club which includes a full-service marina capable of accommodating superyachts up to 200 feet in length.
“Through the Virgin Islands Shipping Registry, we will be rolling our initiatives to attract and accommodate more of this kind of business in the BVI. There is therefore a lot of potential in this area and a lot of room for collaboration,” said Dr Wheatley.
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Enjoy the remainder of this year, 2024, and hope for a better 2025.
God's blessing to us all.
This Territory has some advantages in choosing to invest here including excellent climate and friendly people.
May the resort be blessed and that the future will be bright.