An Extraordinary Gazette has published the amendment to the Motor Vehicles and Road Traffic [Public Omnibus Fares] which gives effect to increases in bus fares islandwide. Statutory Instrument No. 77 of 2022 of the Motor Vehicles and Road Traffic (Public Omnibus Fares) (Amendment) Regulations authorizes bus far increases effective today, Monday July 4th, 2022. The […]
Saint Lucia’s first indigenous beer is celebrating three decades strong with a new look and new vybes! On Thursday June 30th, the brand officially revealed its new campaign at a 30th Anniversary Press launch held at Shangri-La, dubbed ‘Thirty Years of Vibe’. To commemorate this milestone, Piton Beer is celebrating in a modern way with […]
By Dale Elliott and Bibi Khatoon, Jamaica Observer St Lucia’s Citizenship by Investment (CBI) programme came later than others in the region. Initially, it operated at a deficit as the programme was established. In April 2022, Prime Minister Philip Pierre hailed CBI receipts of US$38 million during his annual Budget Address. In the face of […]
The St. Lucia Tourism Authority has been on the move promoting Saint Lucia across all major markets over the last few weeks. They recently presented a marketing strategy to the St. Lucia Hospitality and Tourism Authority and welcomed feedback. From there it was on to the Wave radio for Vaval Links and to talk a […]
The Ministry of Agriculture and the Taiwan Technical Mission have staged an extensive exhibition showcasing the potential of mangoes. Close to 30 exhibitors comprising mainly agro-processors took the opportunity to demonstrate the versatility of mangoes whether in its green, ripe, or dried stages. Mangomania, as the event was dubbed was held under the theme “Tout […]
CASTRIES, SAINT LUCIA – CIRCA JULY 2015: Costumed dancers in the carnival parade in the capital. (Shutterstock) Offering a robust lineup with national and fringe events commencing on July 7th, the increasing demand for Saint Lucia Carnival is reaching an all-time high. This has prompted regional carrier, Caribbean Airlines to increase its frequency to the […]
The North America ‘Summer Saint Lucia Style’ roadshow got underway in New York City on June 7th and Toronto on June 9th, presenting Saint Lucia to the travel trade, consumer and travel media, and key diaspora leadership audiences. Leading the delegation is the Chief Executive Officer of the Saint Lucia Tourism Authority, Lorine Charles St. […]
By Manuel Holguin Saint Lucia celebrated its forty-third anniversary of independence inside the halls of Borough Hall. The flag-raising event was held indoors due to the rain forecast. Still, it did not dampen the spirits of its attendees. Health and lifestyle coach Dionne Nicholls hosted the ceremony. She began the event by speaking of family […]
Watch Independence Day Message from the Prime Minister of Saint Lucia, Hon. Philip J. Pierre below.
The Board of Directors of the Saint Lucia Tourism Authority has appointed Mrs. Lorine Charles-St. Jules to the position of Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective February 1, 2022. With more than two decades of tourism and leadership experience, Mrs. Charles-St. Jules has achieved significant success in the hospitality sector and most recently served as USA […]