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Could dying reefs fuel ciguatera poisoning?
That seafood dinner in Martinique 20 years ago still haunts Caroline Montout-Joseph, a social worker who suffered months of agony after eating a mahi-mahi at a beachside restaurant in the resort town of Les Trois-Îlets. She was diagnosed with...
Nevis Signs Onto the Gustavia Appea...
NIA CHARLESTOWN NEVIS (June 12, 2025) - The Premier of Nevis, the Honourable Mark Brantley, has reaffirmed the island’s commitment to environmental sustainability and regional solidarity by signing the Gustavia Appeal- an initiative aimed at...

Nevis Signs Onto The Gustavia Appeal In Support Of Regional Cooperation In Waste Management
Premier Brantley signed the Letter of Intent during the 7th Annual CARIBAVIA Conference held in St. Barths from June 10-12, 2025. The conference gathered regional leaders, environmental advocates, and aviation stakeholders to address shared...

Inside the world’s largest sailing yacht set to launch in 2026
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Canada just updated its travel advisories for multiple Caribbean spots due to a viral disease
If you're planning a spring getaway to the Caribbean, you might want to take a look at Canada's latest travel advisories. Officials recently updated a number of travel notices to include a heads-up about rising dengue fever cases in several...

Wild new twist in death of designer, 33, on Hamptons boat after cops question her family over cancer claims
THE investigation into the death of a young fashion designer on a yacht in the Hamptons has taken a fresh twist as her family shoots down claims that she had cancer before her passing. The grief-stricken mom of bikini designer Martha Nolan...

Remote Monitoring Systems Installed at the Glendon Hospital
The Ministry of Health and Social Services (MoHSS) has introduced advanced remote life signs monitoring systems in Glendon Hospital’s wards. Funded by the Resilience, Sustainable Energy, and Marine Biodiversity (RESEMBID) program, this initiative...

These Caribbean Adventures Go Beyond the Beach
Melt this winter’s chill with an Explora Journeys experience in some of the most culturally abundant and diverse islands of the Caribbean, which will welcome visitors with warmth and generosity. Aboard the luxury ship, relax poolside in a cabana,...

Canada issued travel advisories for 47 countries due to a mosquito-transmitted disease
If you've been dreaming of a tropical getaway, you might want to check Canada's latest travel advisories before booking that flight. The government has recently issued travel notices for 47 different countries due to a rise in dengue fever cases,...

Designer Martha Nolan-O’Slatarra, 33, showcased private jet trips & luxury vacations before being found dead on boat
AN ambitious entrepreneur enjoyed glamorous vacations and private jet trips before she was mysteriously found dead on a boat at a ritzy resort on Tuesday. Martha Nolan-O'Slatarra, a designer living in New York City, was found dead inside the...

Off-Season St. Barts' Makes For The Best Summer Vacation
Most people think of St. Barts (aka St-Barth, St. Barths, Saint Barthélemy) as a winter playground for the yacht set: high season, high heels, high prices. The island itself is only 9.26 square miles with a population hovering around 10,000. Yet,...

Orient Express Corinthian Sets Sail for Caribbean in 2026
The Orient Express Corinthian, the world’s largest sailing yacht, is preparing to make waves in the Caribbean with its highly anticipated 2026 season. This vessel, which merges French heritage, maritime luxury, and sustainable innovation, is now...

Attractions & Things to Do in Liège
Written by Jess Lee Updated Jul 25, 2025 Liège (Luik in Flemish) is Belgium's third-largest municipality by population after Antwerp and Ghent, and has historically been one of the country's most important industrial centers. It was one of the...

Caribbean Islands Rated as Safe Destinations for Travelers in 2025
PHOENIX, Arizona — The Caribbean continues to be a popular region for travelers seeking safety and tranquility. In a recent evaluation, several islands have been rated as low-risk destinations, ideal for both vacations and residence by investment...
Spotify: The Ultimate Guide
Believe it or not, Spotify was one of the first streaming music services that offered more than just a personalized radio service, like Pandora. It actually launched in 2008, ahead of YouTube Music (or Google Play Music), Apple Music, Amazon...

Anguilla present at seminar Zero Waste in the Caribbean
Officials at the Zero Waste seminar (Minister Kyle Hodge third from left). ANGUILLA--The Saint-Barthélemy Collective hosted the Zero Waste in the Caribbean seminar from Thursday, May 15, to Saturday, May 17, bringing together representatives from...

Sophia Vantuno In Bikini Is “All Around The World”
Sophia Vantuno is an extremely successful model. She has a large following on Instagram, where she posts a lot of her modeling photos. Sophia’s sister is Tash Oakley, who is the founder of Monday Swim, and she does a lot of modeling for the...

Dialogue, community voices shape climate resilience at USM workshop
A scene during the workshop. POND ISLAND--The University of St. Martin (USM), in collaboration with the Climate Adaptation Services Foundation (CAS), the Ministry of Public Housing, Spatial Planning, Environment and Infrastructure VROMI, and the...

5 Reasons To Visit St. Barts Right Now
Le Barthélemy Hotel & Spa is a sleek seaside escape. Le Barthélemy Hotel & Spa At only 11 miles long, the tiny island of St. Barts, in the French West Indies, makes big headlines for attracting celebrities and ultra-luxury jet setters (and their...

This French Nursing Home Accepts Inmates Others Won’t
Like the general population, France’s prison population is aging. In 2019, nearly 2600 inmates were over the age of 60, and close to 500 were over 70. According to the French Prison Administration Directorate (DAP), 115 of these individuals were...