BRADES, Montserrat -- The Green Monkey Dive Shop with the support of the Montserrat Tourist Board and the Montserrat Tourism Challenge Fund will host the destination’s inaugural Montserrat Dive Festival from June 27 - July 4, 2009, held in conjunction with Montserrat’s bi-annual Reef Check Program. read more...

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BRADES, Montserrat (GIS) -- A UNICEF Mission visited Montserrat on April 29 - 30, 2009. The purpose of the visit was to introduce Violet Speek-Warnery, UNICEF Deputy Representative, to partners in Montserrat. She was accompanied by Shelly-Ann Harper, Early Childhood Development Specialist. read more...

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BRADES, Montserrat -- The Montserrat Tourist Board (MTB) successfully participated in the Re-Discover the Caribbean trade show, held at the Lloyd Erskine Sandiford Conference Centre in Barbados from April 24-25th, 2009. In its sixth year, The Re-Discover show is one of the most recognized travel trade shows. read more...

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BRADES, Montserrat: The Chief Minister of Montserrat, Dr Lowell Lewis attended the Fifth Summit of The Americas in Port of Spain, Trinidad from April 17-19, 2009. The Chief Minister and Mrs Lewis were guests of the Prime Minister of Trinidad and Tobago, Patrick Manning, following which he travelled to St Vincent. read more...

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BRADES, Montserrat: The Montserrat Tourist Board recently spearheaded a successful trip to New Jersey for the Beneath the Sea Underwater Exposition. From March 27-29, a representative from the Tourist Board along with the owners of Green Monkey Dive and Scuba Montserrat, educated consumers. read more...

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BRADES, Montserrat: The Montserrat Theatre Company will be offering a Summer Drama Program to students interested in learning about the performing arts. The program includes two four-week camps that are open to international students and are geared towards providing hands-on experience. read more...

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ROAD TOWN, BVI: Nine Eastern Caribbean states and territories are incorporated in the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court (ECSC), and the governments want to ensure that laws and regulations for these territories are harmonised. Attorneys general for six countries and territories met recently in St Lucia read more...

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FLEMMINGS, Montserrat (MVO): The Montserrat Volcano Observatory (MVO) has successfully launched its newly refurbished website, a vital component of the Observatory’s education and outreach strategy.The website continues to be an important communication tool for updates on volcanic activity. read more...

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BRADES, Montserrat: The second ever World Glaucoma Day fell this year on Thursday 12 March. Glaucoma is an eye condition caused by damage to the optic nerve, and is a major cause of blindness. There are few or no symptoms in the early stages. It is therefore vital that it is detected as early as possible. read more...

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LITTLE BAY, Montserrat: One of the highlights of the year in Montserrat is St Patrick’s Week, with St Patrick’s Day being a public holiday, in commemoration of a slave rebellion planned for that day in 1768. The rebellion failed, with tragic consequences, but underlined the desire of the slaves to strive for freedom. read more...

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GEORGE TOWN, Cayman Islands: The Net News Group (NNG), a widely-read media publishing and communications company based in the Cayman Islands, has established a contributor partnership with McClatchy-Tribune Information Services (MCT), one of the largest media groups in the United States. read more...

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BRADES, Montserrat: Michelle Gyles-McDonnough, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Resident Representative and Resident Coordinator for Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean, presented her credentials to the government of Montserrat on Monday, March 23, 2009. read more...

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LONDON, England: In 2008 natural disasters cost the world US$200 billion. Global maps, produced by risk specialists Maplecroft, show the United States and China to bear about 90% of this burden and be the countries most susceptible to economic losses. In terms of GDP, small island developing states are most at risk. read more...

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BRADES, Montserrat: On January 23, 2009, the Montserrat Cultural Centre unveiled a “Wall of Fame” with bronze hand casts of Sir Paul McCartney, Sir Elton John and Mark Knopfler. The casts signify the ‘helping hand’ they provided by performing in the Music for Montserrat concert at the Royal Albert Hall. read more...

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BRADES, Montserrat: Chief Minister, Dr Lowell Lewis, presented 16 Monserrat businesses with grants under the Tourism Challenge Fund. The announcement of the successful projects took place at a media conference at the Brades Arts and Education Centre on January 30, 2009. read more...

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LITTLE BAY, Montserrat: DanceExcell, with its motto Dancing with Excellence, staged a spectacular show at Montserrat’s Cultural Centre at the end of January. The show was entitled “The Journey, Step by Step” reflecting the journey which DanceExcell has taken since its founding in 2004. read more...

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PORT OF SPAIN, Trinidad: The government of Trinidad and Tobago is set to become the largest shareholder of One Caribbean Media (OCM), the parent company of the Trinidad Express, CCNTV-6 and the Nation newspaper in Barbados, as a result of its bail out of CLICO, the country's largest insurance company. read more...

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BRADES, Montserrat: Government officials, community leaders and school teachers convened at the Montserrat Volcano Observatory (MVO) on Thursday as the Observatory revealed its new logo and public education plan for the next two years. The Outreach Plan promotes both safety and education. read more...

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BRADES, Montserrat: In an effort to highlight the island’s strong Irish heritage, the Montserrat Tourist Board in the UK attended the annual Holiday World Show from January 23 – 25, 2009 in Dublin, Ireland. A Montserrat prize basket giveaway during the show resulted in over two hundred entries. read more...

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BRADES, Montserrat: The government of Montserrat is spearheading the establishment of an OECS Climate Change Centre at the summit of the Silver Hills in the extreme north of this volcanic island, a significant distance away from the Soufrière Hills Volcano now in its thirteenth year of eruption. read more...

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CASTRIES, St Lucia: The OECS Secretariat, on Wednesday January 21 received Jesus Silva as the Permanent Representative of Spain to the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States. In the first ever ceremony of its kind held at the OECS Secretariat, Ambassador Silva presented his letters of credence. read more...

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BRADES, Montserrat: The current ferry service between Antigua and Montserrat will experience a brief hiatus starting January 17, 2009. The commuter service will resume operation on February 16, with the 149-seater, double-hull, air-conditioned Provincetown III ferry, with two scheduled return trips four days a week. read more...

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BRADES, Montserrat: In addition to seeing Montserrat’s scenic coastline and breathtaking views of the Soufrière Hills Volcano, Ondeck Sailing will be offering travelers a new aquatic adventure on the open seas. Adventure enthusiasts will depart St Maarten on a journey to St Kitts and Nevis. read more...

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BRADES, Montserrat: The island of Montserrat’s tourism market is still open for business and receiving travelers despite heightened activity at the Soufrière Hills Volcano. Confirmed reports from the Montserrat Volcano Observatory stated that the volcano’s activity increased significantly over the past week read more...

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PLYMOUTH, Montserrat: There has been an increase in volcanic activity at Montserrat’s Soufriere Hills, with ash being thrown more than 12 kilometers high and scattered throughout the entire island, forcing at least 70 residents to remove to other locations. Two explosions occurred on Saturday. read more...

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ROAD TOWN, BVI: Twenty-eight Montserratians were among 107 people who were issued with certificates of residence by the government of the British Virgin Islands. The group of 28 from the volcano-ravaged island was the first to receive their status based on a policy approved by the Executive Council last year. read more...

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BRADES, Montserrat: The National Disaster Preparedness Response and Advisory Committee (NDPRAC) met to review the level of current volcanic activity in Montserrat. Responding to the Scientific Advisory Committee (SAC) report, the NDPRAC met in light of this report and recent eruptive events. read more...

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BRADES, Montserrat: The Citizens for the Redevelopment of Montserrat (CRM) reports progress in their efforts for the development of geothermal energy on Montserrat, which they believe is rich with geothermal resources. Nevis Premier Joseph Parry pledged to work with Montserrat. read more...

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BRADES, Montserrat: Montserrat will host the British Virgin Islands (BVI) cricket team for two 20/20 cricket matches against the Montserrat cricket team on December 13 and 14 at the newly built Little Bay Cricket Ground in the north of the island. Both games will start at noon and admission is free. read more...

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BRADES, Montserrat: The government of Montserrat has announced that it has secured an improved transportation arrangement for persons desirous of travelling into and out of the island. Effective December 1, 2008, WINAIR resumed its 19-seater Twin Otter service for flights between Antigua and Montserrat. read more...

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BRADES, Montserrat: Since the eruption of Montserrat’s Soufrière Hills Volcano in the mid-1990s, thrill-seekers and adventure travelers have ventured to the secluded island to view its most famous resident. Once there, it is evident to see that the destination flourishes despite the eruption. read more...

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BRADES, Montserrat: The Montserrat Tourist Board (MTB) announced that Market One has been appointed as its tourism marketing representative for Guadeloupe and Martinique. According to the MTB, Appointing the marketing and public relations company is intended to capitalize on Montserrat's close proximity. read more...

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BRADES, Montserrat: On Tuesday, the Soufriere Hills volcano exploded without warning. According to the Montserrat Volcano Observatory (MVO), “There was an explosion and pyroclastic flow at the Soufriere Hills Volcano at approximately 9:35 pm local time on 2 December 2008.” read more...

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BRADES, Montserrat: After much consideration of qualified candidtates, the Montserrat Cultural Centre has chosen a new manager, Marsha Meade. In a press release, the Board of Directors announced the appointment of a new managing director, who replaces the former managing director, Amanda Osborne. read more...

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BRADES, Montserrat: The Ministry of Youth Affairs, Culture, Tourism and Sports (MYACTS), is slated to donate $270,000 for the 2008 Montserrat Festival. The Permanent Secretary for MYACTS said, "Hundreds of Montserratians are expected to return home to celebrate with their friends and family." read more...

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BRADES, Montserrat: Several important decisions were taken and a host of issues were discussed at the 48th Authority of the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) held in Montserrat, which was attended by four heads of government of the OECS and representatives from the other states and territories. read more...

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BRADES, Montserrat: The Montserrat Tourist Board is partnering with Scuba Dive Magazine to offer one lucky winner an unforgettable underwater adventure. Now through May 31, 2009, visitor to http://www.scubadiving.com/article/montserrat_sweepstakes can enter for a chance to win. read more...

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BRADES, Montserrat: A high-powered legal team has come to the defence of a Montserratian lawyer, Warren Cassell, who has been charged with eight counts of conspiracy to defraud and one count of making an untrue statement. Reports indicate that the legal team is headed by Montserrat attorney David Brandt. read more...

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BRADES, Montserrat: Documented information reveals that, since 2004, the government of Montserrat has planned to set up an office to achieve the objectives of a government mandate. Its official aim is to be a "One Stop Shop" for returning nationals. In 2008, the office for returning nationals is still a mystery. read more...

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ROAD TOWN, BVI: A three-man delegation from the British Virgin Islands will join their Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States counterparts for the 48th meeting of the OECS Authority this week. The delegates will discuss a range of issues relating to the OECS economic union. read more...

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