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VIPA announces change in cruise ship arrival time

CHARLOTTE AMALIE — The Virgin Islands Port Authority announced a change to a Royal Caribbean cruise ship's arrival time in St. Thomas. The Wonder of the Seas will still berth…

John McCarthy February 20, 2024

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Education Tells Parents to Expect Traffic Disruptions When Icon of the Seas Visits

CHARLOTTE AMALIE — The Virgin Islands Department of Education advises parents and students about potential traffic and transportation challenges on Wednesday, January 31st, caused by the inaugural visit of Royal…

John McCarthy January 29, 2024

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Royal Caribbean’s Loss Narrows As Customers Splurge Onboard

MIAMI — Cruise operator Royal Caribbean Group on Thursday reported a smaller-than-expected quarterly loss as bookings rebounded and travelers splurged on cabanas, spa treatments and watches while onboard. The world's second-largest…

John McCarthy July 31, 2022

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VIPA Shows Off Newly Renovated Vendor’s Plaza At Crown Bay Center In St. Thomas

CHARLOTTE AMALIE — The Virgin Islands Port Authority (VIPA) was touting its new vendor’s plaza at the Austin "Babe" Monsanto Marine Terminal in St. Thomas on social media today. VIPA…

John McCarthy November 14, 2021

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Some 11 Cruise Ships Dock In St. Thomas Over Two Days

CHARLOTTE AMALIE -- It's 11 cruise ships in two days on St. Thomas. The Virgin Islands Port Authority said that the Crown Princess, the Norwegian Epic and the Regal Princess…

John McCarthy April 3, 2019