MINISTRY OF EDUCATION PARTICIPATES IN ‘BUILDING AWARENESS FOR CHANGE PARADE.’
Basseterre: St. Kitts, Monday, October 2, 2023: A representative contingent from the Ministry of Education participated in the Building Awareness for Change Parade on Friday, September 29, 2023. This collaborative joint event was spearheaded by the Essence of Hope Breast Cancer Foundation in partnership with the Financial Information Month Institutions; the Ministry of Education; the Ministry of Youth Empowerment, Ageing and Disabilities; the St. Kitts Mental Health Association, the St. Kitts Teachers Union and the Reach for Recovery Breast Cancer Support Group.
MINISTRY OF EDUCATION LAUNCHES ONELERN EDUCATIONAL PLATFORM
Basseterre: St. Kitts, Monday, October 10, 2023: The Ministry of Education demonstrated its desire to hold true to the mandate of transforming the teaching-learning environment within the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis as it launched the OneLern interactive educational platform at the Clarence Fitzroy Bryant College Poinciana Conference Room on Friday, October 06.
OVER 10,000 DEVICES TO BE DISTRIBUTED TO FOSTER THE TRANSFORMATION OF EDUCATION IN ST. KITTS – NEVIS
Basseterre: St. Kitts, Friday, October 06, 2023: The landscape of education within the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis is shifting. This point was point made clear on Friday October 06, 2023, at the launch of the OneLern interactive educational platform held at the Poinciana Conference Room at the Clarence Fitzroy Bryant College.
ADDITION OF SEABOURN PURSUIT BOLSTERS THE FEDERATION AS A PREMIER CRUISE TOURISM DESTINATION
Basseterre, St. Kitts, October 9, 2023 (SKNIS): Minister of Tourism and International Transport, Honourable Marsha Henderson said that the arrival of the Seabourn Pursuit will significantly bolster the nation’s efforts as a premier tourism destination.
Basseterre, St. Kitts (06 October 2023) – Today, the destination welcomed the inaugural cruise call of Seabourn Pursuit, one of the most luxurious ships in the Seabourn fleet, marking a momentous occasion for St. Kitts and its thriving tourism industry. The destination graciously extended a warm Kittitian welcome to 233 passengers upon the opulent vessel, which achieved its completion a mere two months ago.
Seabourn Pursuit is a state-of-the-art vessel with world-class amenities and services, making it the perfect addition to our island’s tourism offerings. The ship boasts over 300 elegantly appointed suites, all outfitted with modern amenities and exclusive access to a private balcony for an immersive, nature-filled experience St. Kitts is well-known for.
With this inaugural cruise call, St. Kitts continues strengthening its position as a leading Caribbean destination by showcasing our unique offerings, including our lush tropical beauty, rich culture, and picturesque landscapes. This momentous occasion opens up new opportunities for our local tourism industry to further expand and develop our tourism offerings, with enormous economic potential for the island.
In the words of Honourable Marsha T. Henderson, Minister of Tourism, “Today marks a new chapter in our tourism history, and we are honored to welcome Seabourn Pursuit to our beautiful island. We are currently experiencing an increase in luxury vessels sailing to St. Kitts. The affluent travelers embarking on these vessels tend to have a strong propensity for spending. They possess a refined taste for exquisite experiences, fine dining, upscale shopping, and captivating excursions which would then translate into a significant economic boost for our local businesses.”
Ellison “Tommy” Thompson, CEO of the St. Kitts Tourism Authority, added, “We are thrilled to welcome Seabourn Pursuit and its passengers to St. Kitts. This partnership opens the gates for an endless array of possibilities for the growth and development of our tourism industry. With our island’s stunning natural beauty and the support of St. Kitts tourism stakeholders, we are confident that our visitors will enjoy a unique and unforgettable experience during their visit to St. Kitts.”
The inaugural cruise call of Seabourn Pursuit marks the first maiden call for the 2023-2024 tourism season, setting a positive impression for the season.
