Visiting some of the Eastern Caribbean territories will soon become more expensive as several islands have announced plans to increase tourist-related taxes in the coming months. The government of St. Lucia has revealed plans to introduce a new accommodation fee as of April 1, 2020, where...
As a result of the series of strong earthquakes striking Puerto Rico Tuesday morning, St. Kitts and Nevis is on high alert for seismic and tsunami activity. Puerto Rico Governor Wanda Vazquez declared a state of emergency and activated the National Guard on Tuesday (Jan 7)...
In two weeks the senior national female football team the Sugar Girls will be heading to Texas to begin their historic journey in the CONCACAF final-round qualifiers for the 2020 Olympic Games. St. Kitts and Nevis was a huge surprise when they defeated Trinidad and Tobago...
King Socrates is the new National Carnival Senior Calypso Monarch. Although the monarchy is nothing new to the veteran calypsonian, it has been several years since Socrates felt the weight of the crown atop his head. After topping the eliminations and qualifying rounds, King Socrates rode the...
The Eastern Caribbean Central Bank urges persons to become familiar with the security features of both EC paper and polymer notes. The public is advised that individuals often attempt to circulate counterfeit notes around this time of year. Acting Director, Currency Management Department, Rosbert Humphrey encourages...