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Reichhold Center in St.Thomas ready for new season

The Reichhold Center for the Arts in St. Thomas recently announced a stellar line-up for its 2010to 2011 season. Performances will include Grammy winners, chart toppers, and legends in R&B, pop, reggae and world music

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The "wetting of the ground" in Carriacou

Known as the Land of Reefs, Carriacou is the largest of Grenada's sister islands. But it's still just 13 square miles long. What it may lack in size, it makes up for in special customs, and its devotion to its departed relatives.

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Savor simple pleasures

It's summer in the region. Time to savor life's simplicity. Here are our picks for pleasures to celebrate.

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sunset in St. Thomas

Blue Flag beauties

Beauty at the beach is more than skin deep. Beyond the sand and sea are environmental issues, which make some beaches better than others.

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Grammy Award winner Chaka Khan will perform at Reichhold Center for the Arts in St. Thomas in October.

Listen to her sing "I'm Every Woman"

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Mocko Jumbies in St. Croix.

Photo courtesy Willard John.

Stories from around the Caribbean

Find real estate in the U.S. Virgin Islands

Living in "Paradise" is still possible. Check out these realtors in the U.S. Virgin Islands for residential, commerical or investment property in St. Croix, St. Thomas, St. John or Water Island. Click for more.

Reichhold Center for the Arts announces new season

The Reichhold Center for the Arts in St. Thomas recently announced a stellar line-up for its 2010-2011 season. Performances will include Grammy winners, chart toppers, and legends in R&B, pop, reggae and world music. Click for more.

Snorkel safety tips

It's exhilarating to dive into the cyan sea for a snorkel. A few precautions will make sure you stay safe, and enjoy your swim with the fish. Click for more.

Food, wine and rum festival in Barbados

The annual Taste of Barbados has been replaced with a four day Food, Wine and Rum Festival in November, with appearances from internationally known chefs. Click for more.

New provost for University of the Virgin Islands

Dr. Karl S. Wright has been appointed provost of the University of the Virgin Islands. Wright is responsible for administering academic policy at the University. Click for more.

Jamaican appointed new head of Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association

Josef Forstmayr, Managing Director of Round Hill Hotel and Villas in Montego Bay, Jamaica, W.I., has assumed the presidency of the Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association (CHTA). Click for more.

Organic market in Old San Juan

It started with one woman’s desire to eat better. Now it is growing into a healthier way of life for people in Old San Juan and beyond. Click for more.

Try some hard times wine

Our economy has many of us seeing red through our wine glasses. True, some wines retail for more than ten times the price of a gallon of gas, but there is no need to switch from wine to water. Check out these affordable suggestions from our wine expert Eric Toles. Click for more.

Find artists, galleries and theatre in the Virgin Islands

Native, local and visiting artists have created a terrific treasure trove of art in the Virgin Islands. Check out these links to some of the most notable galleries, and established and emerging artists. Click for more.

Savor some simple pleasures

It's summer in the region. Time to savor life's simplicity. Here are our picks for pleasures to celebrate. Click for more.

New dive experience in Montserrat

Extreme Marine Scuba, a dive operation registered in Montserrat, is now offering divers a three day underwater exploration of Montserrat's 13-mile coastline and an island and boat tour too. Click for more.

New technology enhances weather forecasting

The University of the Virgin Islands Center for Marine and Environmental Studies has introduced a new local weather reporting system in time for this year’s hurricane season. Click for more.

Try new fruits and roots

Everyone knows about Caribbean coconuts. Mango and papaya have a loyal following. This summer why not add more obscure fruits and roots like soursop and carambola or cassava to your diet? Click for more.

Caribbean Week in New York 2010

It was a week to remember. Tourism officials, industry insiders, and those who love all things Caribbean, made Manhattan one hot island during the first week in June. Click for more.

Island breakfast means more than eggs

Mackerel and bananas, roast breadfruit with salt fish, fried dumplings, fritters, dumb bread with home made jam, washed down with chocolate, bush and mint tea were popular West Indian breakfast items. Click for more.

 

 
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