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“The British Virgin Islands Takes the Show on the Road with Fall Tourism Roadshows
The British Virgin Islands is gearing up for a series of exciting tourism roadshows this fall. The Business Development Team of the British Virgin Islands Tourist Board & Film Commission (BVITBFC) will be taking their show on the road to Fort Lauderdale, Florida and New York, New York in October.
On October 10th, the BVITBFC, along with their tourism industry partners, will be hosting a roadshow at The Diplomat Beach Resort in Fort Lauderdale. The event will feature presentations from top travel advisors, showcasing what’s new and exciting in the British Virgin Islands. Partners such as Guana Island, Virgin Gorda Villa Rentals, The Moorings, and Virgin Hotel Collection will be in attendance, providing valuable insights into the destination.
The roadshow will then move to New York City on October 11th, where it will be held at Virgin Hotels New York City. The BVITBFC and their partners will once again present to key travel advisors, highlighting why the British Virgin Islands should be their clients’ number one choice. The evening event will also include live entertainment and a special recognition for the travel advisors who have been the top sellers of British Virgin Islands travel.
Delma Maduro, Chairman of the BVITBFC, will be attending both roadshows, emphasizing the importance of these face-to-face meetings with travel advisors. This will be the first time the BVITBFC has had the opportunity to meet advisors in person since the pandemic, and they are eager to express their gratitude for their commitment to selling the destination.
Perla George, Director of Business Development in North America, explained the purpose of the roadshows, stating, “We are excited to meet our top-producing travel advisors and share the latest developments in the destination. These roadshows are a testament to our continued partnership and commitment to a robust tourism industry.”
The British Virgin Islands roadshows promise to be informative and engaging events, providing travel advisors with valuable insights into the destination. With their industry partners by their side, the BVITBFC is ready to showcase all that the British Virgin Islands has to offer and solidify their position as a top choice for travelers.
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Governor’s Office Delivers Trauma Risk Management Training to Frontline Officers in Virgin Islands
The Governor’s Office, with support from the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office, this week delivered Trauma Risk Management (TRiM) training to frontline officers in the Virgin Islands, including members of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force, prison officers and volunteers from Virgin Islands Search and Rescue (VISAR).
The program is designed to help first responders recognize and manage the psychological effects of traumatic incidents encountered in the course of their duties. Participants received instruction on identifying early signs of stress-related responses and providing peer support following critical events.
According to the Governor’s Office, the training forms part of ongoing efforts to strengthen welfare and resilience within frontline services across the territory.
“By strengthening welfare and resilience within our front line services, we are ensuring that the people who protect us are supported themselves,” the Governor’s Office said in a statement.
Officials thanked participants for their involvement and acknowledged the trainer for leading the sessions.
Trauma Risk Management, commonly known as TRiM, is a peer-support process used in emergency services and military settings to assess and address the mental health impact of traumatic exposure.
Maya Marcellin, Teen Universe British Virgin Islands, departed the territory on Feb. 22 for Nicaragua, where she will compete in the Teen Universe International Pageant.
Marcellin left the British Virgin Islands on Sunday accompanied by family members and supporters as she begins representing the territory in the international competition. The pageant will bring together contestants from several countries to compete in preliminary events leading up to the final show.
Supporters gathered prior to her departure to offer encouragement as she travels to Nicaragua to represent the British Virgin Islands on the international stage.
Governor’s Office Delivers Trauma Risk Management Training to Frontline Officers in Virgin Islands
Maya Marcellin Departs for Teen Universe International Pageant in Nicaragua
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