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St. Kitts Tourism Authority Introduces St. Kitts Trav Pros, a New Travel Advisor Training and Sales Platform

Published 15 October 2024

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St. Kitts Tourism Authority Introduces St. Kitts Trav Pros, a New Travel Advisor Training and Sales Platform

Basseterre, St. Kitts (15 October 2024) – Today, The St. Kitts Tourism Authority has announced the launch of the St. Kitts Trav Pros Training & Sales Companion™, developed in collaboration with TravPRO Mobile. This comprehensive platform is designed to equip travel advisors with the tools and knowledge needed to effectively promote and sell the destination. 
 
The program includes two multi-modal chapters that provide an in-depth look at St. Kitts’ history, landmarks, attractions, and accommodations through curated images, videos, and product information. Travel advisors will also benefit from peer insights and sales tips, enhancing their ability to market the island’s offerings. Upon completing the training, advisors will receive a certification designating them as part of St. Kitts Trav Pros and will gain access to the Sales Companion.
 
The St. Kitts Trav Pros platform provides an innovative solution for travel advisors, offering both comprehensive training and advanced sales support,” said Kelly Fontenelle, CEO of the St. Kitts Tourism Authority. “This resource will enable advisors to confidently promote and sell St. Kitts as a premier destination.”​ 
 
The Sales Companion offers continuous support for travel advisors, with tools to retain knowledge, share creative assets, and facilitate bookings. A detailed directory of St. Kitts’ accommodations is also available within the platform, ensuring comprehensive support for advisors. 
 
The St. Kitts Trav Pros platform is mobile-friendly, allowing advisors to access training materials and sales resources on both iOS and Android devices. Content is synced across web and mobile, enabling seamless promotion and sales efforts from any location. 
 
Travel advisors can access the St. Kitts Trav Pros platform via www.StKittsTravPros.com, the App Store, Google Play, or through TravPRO Mobile’s travel advisor app, TheSOURCE. 

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PRIME MINISTER DR. DREW CALLS FOR AN URGENT NEED TO SCALE UP THE FEDERATION’S RESPONSE TO THE THREATS OF NCDs

Published 15 October 2024

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PRIME MINISTER DR. DREW CALLS FOR AN URGENT NEED TO SCALE UP THE FEDERATION’S RESPONSE TO THE THREATS OF NCDs

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, October 15, 2024 (SKNIS) – With Noncommunicable Diseases (NCDs) and their complications still regarded as significant contributors to deaths in St. Kitts and Nevis, Prime Minister and Minister of Health, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, is challenging health practitioners, non-governmental organisations, and the private sector to work collaboratively in an effort to accelerate interventions to combat the NCD challenge.

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WEATHER FORECAST 5PM

Published 15 October 2024

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Weather Bulletin

ssued at: 5 pm Tuesday, 15th October 2024.
Present Weather: Partly cloudy
Winds: A gentle breeze of 10mph from the northeast
Temperature: 30°C / 86°F Max Temp: 34°C / 92°F Humidity: 67%
Sea Level Pressure: 1014.0mbs or 29.94’’
24-hour rainfall at the R.L. Bradshaw Intl. at 2 pm: Nil mm / Nil″
Amount of rainfall for the month of October: 17.0mm / 0.67″
Sunrise: Tom 6:04 am Sunset: Tom 5:49 pm

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WSD: Notice of Service Interruption

Published 15 October 2024

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The St. Kitts Water Services Department (WSD) wishes to inform the general public that water service has been interrupted in Carifesta Village, Douglas Commercial and Residential Developments, New Road, and Gillard Meadows following emergency repairs which led to a reduction in the water level in the tank. We anticipate service restoration by 5 a.m. on Wednesday, October 16, 2024.

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6am Weather Forecast (Tuesday 15th October 2024)

Published 15 October 2024

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Valid until 8am Wednesday 16th October 2024

Weather Bulletin

Issued at: 6 am
Present Weather: Fair skies with slight dust haze
Winds: A gentle breeze of 10mph from East North-East
Temperature: 27°C / 81°F Humidity: 70% Sea Level Pressure: 1016.2mbs or 30.01”
Sunrise: Tom: 6:04 am Sunset: Today: 5:49 pm

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