MACOMB/MOLINE, IL (January 21, 2026) – Western Illinois University (WIU) proudly recognizes four exceptional graduates from Saint Kitts and Nevis who earned their degrees during the December 2025 Commencement Exercises. These students were part of a cohort of 15 graduates from across the Caribbean region, underscoring WIU’s strong international community and commitment to global academic excellence.

The distinguished graduates are:

• Beliesa Mc Donald-Natta of Basseterre, who earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA). She previously completed a Bachelor of Science degree with First Class Honours from the University of the West Indies.

• Juara Willet of Basseterre, who earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a specialization in Finance. She is also a two-time WIU graduate, having earned her Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance from the University.

• Clerique Ward of Cayon, who earned a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and Cybersecurity, graduating magna cum laude. He was further honoured as the Computer Science Department Scholar.

• Tionne Hanley of Lower Monkey Hill, who earned a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry and was named the Biochemistry Department Scholar.

“Students from the Caribbean islands consistently rank among Western Illinois University’s highest academic achievers,” said WIU President Dr. Kristi Mindrup. “Their dedication and accomplishments enrich our campus community and reflect the global impact of a WIU education. We are proud to serve as a home away from home for these scholars, who profoundly contribute to our university’s mission and culture.”

WIU’s International Studies program actively supports students from around the world, providing a comprehensive and welcoming environment for academic and personal success.

For more information about WIU’s International Studies programs and community, visit wiu.edu/International.

By: Spokesman Newsroom

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts (Friday 23rd January 2026)-Prime Minister and Minister of National Security Dr. Terrance Drew says he is prepared to return to Parliament “as much as I have to” to amend and strengthen the Special Sustainability Zones (SSZ) Act, as consultations continue through a newly established SSZ Ad Hoc Committee.

Appearing on Freedom FM’s ‘Issues’ programme on Wednesday 21st January 2026, he highlighted that two meetings have already been held with the committee involving about fifteen (15) representatives drawn from a range of civil society, professional and private-sector organisations.

According to PM Drew, the committee includes representatives from the Christian Council, Evangelical Association, Chamber of Industry and Commerce (CIC),  the St. Kitts-Nevis Trades and Labour Union, bankers and financial services, the Caribbean Confederation of Credit Unions, the Organization of Rastafari in Unity, the St. Kitts-Nevis Medical and Dental Association, the Bar Association, which he described as a “fundamental part of it,” and the St. Christopher Trust.

“And so we have all these organizations that are coming together to advise and so they have already looked at the SSZ law,” he said.

He stated that the committee is tasked with reviewing the SSZ legislation and providing feedback, describing the process as a departure from how major development projects have been handled in the past.

“What I have said to them never before has this happened… We see major developments but nothing has ever come to a committee and then go to parliament. We are shifting that.”

He said the change is intended to give citizens a greater role in decisions that affect the country.

“Why am I shifting that…because there had been the major developments of St.Kitts where that has not happened … whether they were good or bad is not the discussion, it is that our people should have a direct say and so you can look at the past and learn and seek to strengthen it.”

Addressing public commentary surrounding the SSZ framework, the Prime Minister said the legislation is not connected to any specific project currently under discussion.

“And the SSZ has nothing to do with Destiny …which is a project that is being proposed, and it has not reached the committee as yet,” he said.

He explained that the SSZ establishes a process for how major developments are to be considered.

“SSZ is a law that says any major project to be proposed in St.Kitts or Nevis must come through a process and must go to parliament. I mean you can’t get more transparent than that.”

PM Drew pointed to past development decisions, including the prison project undertaken under the former administration, which he said resulted in large numbers of citizenships being issued.

“Spoke about the prison project under the past administration which resulted in thousands of citizenship…How is it that the people of St.Kitts did not have a discussion on that? That’s a significant number. That should not have happened; the people should have had a say because this is not a normal run of the mill type of project like a hotel project that we are accustomed to.”

He also questioned the explanation given at the time.

“When they -the former administration- was asked why they are not saying to the people [and] what was said is that it is an industry secret. How can the people’s citizenship be an industry secret?; cannot be.”

PM Drew said that other major developments would also have been subject to broader public discussion had the SSZ framework existed at the time.

“We see major projects like the Four Seasons development which is an excellent development which I support of course but I’m simply saying that did not come to the people the way the SSZ would have brought it.”

He made similar comments regarding Christophe Harbour.

“When look at Christopher Harbor as well, if the SSZ had been there, it would have gone through a different process. Not saying any of these is bad, I’m simply saying that when it comes to these major projects that there should be an opportunity for our people to have full view of what is happening.”

PM Drew said committee members are proposing recommendations to improve the legislation.

“They are proposing along with us, ways in which we can strengthen it…and I would go back to parliament as much as I have to strengthen the law,” he said.

He acknowledged concerns that increased transparency could affect investment competitiveness but argued that public involvement reduces future conflict.

“What I’m saying to investors is if it is transparent and the people support it, that is the best scenario of being fully supported, not after you would have made your investments that people start to denounce your investment and undermine your investment but when the people participate with you and come up with the best framework that is palatable to both that project will have the full support of the people, the government and of course it would give us the best opportunity to successful.”

He added that serious investors would understand the approach.

“…I think any investor who is serious would recognise that this is the way. So I’m very serious.”

PM Drew said the committee’s recommendations will be submitted following its review, reiterating the stated objective of the SSZ legislation.

“So two meetings were had and then the recommendations would come and as I said at the beginning, the objective of this…no major development undermine our sovereignty, that no major…violates our constitution that no major development violates our laws and so the SSZ must be strengthened that any major development to come to St.Kitts and Nevis cannot side step; must come through this and therefore the people will have full view and out country will be protected.”

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts (Thursday 22nd January 2026)-Prime Minister and Minister of National Security Dr. Terrance Drew has pushed back against public criticism surrounding the recently signed Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the US, pointing to St. Kitts and Nevis’ long-standing humanitarian response to Haitians, including the resettlement of fifteen (15) individuals rescued  at sea in February 2023 which included children and pregnant women.

Speaking live on Freedom FM’s ‘Issues’ programme on Wednesday 21st January 2026 with host Jamiella McPhail, PM Drew-who also serves as CARICOM Chairman-reminded listeners that despite being the smallest independent CARICOM state, St. Kitts and Nevis has accepted one of the highest per-capita numbers of Haitian nationals in the region.

“The other aspect that people are looking at in the MOU…is the aspect of the Haiti matter. Let me say clearly that per capita, St.Kitts and Nevis has accepted one of the highest numbers of Haitian-our brothers and sisters in Haiti, and the reason why we do that is that our administration is empathetic and it is understanding, and of course it would help, and so we have a very progressive approach to Haiti, and we wish Haiti well because at the end of the day what you really want is a stabilized Haiti so that the citizens and residents of Haiti can have a safe country to live in.”

The Prime Minister stressed that his government continues to operate within the CARICOM framework while recognising the country’s physical and financial limitations.

“Over the time we have accepted Haitians here, and per capita, we have accepted a whole community basically. But of course one would understand, I have to put it out there that we are the smallest in CARICOM as an independent country, and therefore there are limitations as to how much we can do.”

Highlighting government support services, PM Drew underscored that Haitian nationals currently residing in the Federation benefit from access to education and healthcare.

“The Haitian community that’s here, the children, they go to school for free that is on the government’s expense. Healthcare [is] free.”

He recalled a 2023 maritime rescue involving Haitians en route to Dominica, noting that the government made a deliberate humanitarian decision.

“I remember one time there was a capsized boat that was coming from Dominica, on its way our coast guard saved them…. They were saved and they were brought here and given all the support; they were treated very humanely, and I was asked ‘Would you deport?’ and I said ‘How can I deport children and how can I deport women…and I think they had pregnant women among then, and I said I cannot do that; what would they go back to?…. and we kept them and we settled them, and so that was our decision with respect to that.”

PM Drew said that while compassion remains central to government policy, capacity constraints must also be acknowledged.

“We have now reached a capacity where we cannot really accommodate anymore at this particular time because of the high numbers relatively that we have accepted. So I feel very good about what we have done. We know we are limited. We know we are small. We know our resource capacity but even with that we decided to resettle a community of Haitians here in St.Kitts and Nevis, and so I want that record to stand for itself.”

He suggested that some of the public commentary lacks full awareness of these realities.

“I’m pretty sure that some people who are speaking might not even know this because a lot of people are running with what is a politically expedient issue to run with.”

Nevertheless, the Prime Minister reaffirmed continued regional solidarity.

“However, we’ll continue to support the efforts to stabilize Haiti, we’ll continue to have our arms opened to our fellow brothers and sisters and people of Haiti…those who are talking I would invite them really don’t talk…help; do as much as St.Kitts and Nevis has.”

He added:“But I want to say today that the decisions that I’ve made are tough decisions, but they’re decisions to protect St.Kitts and Nevis while respecting and extending deep love for our people, brothers and sisters in here.”

During the programme, McPhail pressed the Prime Minister on why Haiti appeared excluded under the MOU, given its CARICOM membership.

“Decision about Haiti… I questioned why not Haiti because Haiti is a part of CARICOM so while I do understand the capacity issue, for me 10 Haitians and 10 Trinidadians are 10 people right? So can you speak a little bit to that and why that decision was taken?”, she pointed out. 

PM Drew responded by reiterating that Haiti already represents the largest share of the Federation’s intake.

“…of what we can afford, Haiti has received the most. This is what St.Kitts and Vis can afford…in our discussion, already Haiti has received the most of that…and not only have we reached that quota [but] it would be the largest quota for all who we’ve accepted…I think Haiti would represent easily 50% or more of our capacity to absorb others into St.Kitts and Nevis under any programme.” 

He contrasted his administration’s approach with that of the former government.

“…in 2019, under the former administration, and I would bring it up because the former administration is out there saying all sorts of things. They deported Haitians, and they included in the deportation were two pregnant women and a child. We have taken the position that we will never do that.”

He said his government instead prioritised immediate medical care and humane treatment.

“We picked up pregnant women and the order was get the pregnant women to the hospital immediately and get the obstetrician and the gynecologists to examine them immediately and the child as well to make sure-everybody would get checked but those ones has to be done immediately…and the decision was taken not…to deport them.”

PM Drew added: “So we have done exceedingly. So we have taken them to school, health care, all of that they have gotten, other social services we have extended as well so this is our capacity and Haiti will occupy the vast majority and they have already right so I just wanted to put that out there.”

A June 2023 press release  from the government’s St.Kitts-Nevis Information Service, headlined ‘STATEMENT OF UPDATE RE: HAITIAN DETAINEES, informed on topic of the sea rescue read:

On February 2nd, 2023, fifteen (15) Haiti nationals arrived in the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis after their boat malfunctioned in the area of Gallows Bay, Nevis. Since then, the Government of St. Kitts and Nevis has kept their basic needs satisfied and provided them with healthcare. Having entered the country illegally at that time, they were routinely detained in a government facility.

For humanitarian reasons, the Government of St. Kitts and Nevis has taken the decision to release the Haitians from detention and into the care of the local Haitian community as of June 10th, 2023. The Haitian community in the Federation had previously indicated as a collective that it is both ready and willing to fully accommodate its fellow countrymen and women.

In order to strengthen the regional thrust against human trafficking and illegal migration, the Government of St. Kitts and Nevis will shortly revise and enhance the nation’s laws on same, as well as the procedures through which asylum is sought. It is imperative that our nation’s legislation and laws are of a calibre that prohibits the inadvertent establishment or sustenance of a haven-like environment for human traffickers and illegal migrants.

The Rotary Club of Liamuiga proudly hosted its 19th Annual Primary School Spelling Bee Competition on Thursday, October 23, 2025, continuing its long-standing commitment to literacy and youth development across St. Kitts and Nevis. The event, held at the Sir Cecil Jacobs Auditorium, brought together some of the island’s brightest young minds in a spirited showcase of spelling skill, confidence, and composure.

The proceedings began with opening remarks from the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Education, Dr. Geoffrey Hanley, who officially welcomed everyone to the event and expressed his pleasure and that of the Ministry in partnering once again with the Rotary Club of Liamuiga. He commended the Club for its enduring contribution to education and reaffirmed the Ministry’s support for initiatives that empower and motivate the nation’s youth to pursue excellence.

This year’s competition featured participants from the following primary schools across St. Kitts: Beach Allen Primary School, Sandy Point Primary School, Dieppe Bay Primary School, Tucker Clarke Primary School, Edgar T. Morris Primary School, Seventh Day Adventist Primary School, Saddlers Primary School, Immaculate Conception Catholic School, Newton Ground Primary School, Bronte Welsh Primary School, Joshua Obadiah Williams Primary School, Violet Petty Primary School, Cayon Primary School, George Moody Stuart Primary School, Deane Glasford Primary School, St. Paul’s Primary School, Epworth/Maurice Hillier Memorial Junior School, SKI Academy and Halliday Smith Primary School.

After the first round, the top eleven schools advanced to the elimination round, where each student was asked to spell one word. Those who spelled correctly moved on to the final round, which produced three outstanding finalists: – Miss Arianne John Paul – Seventh Day Adventist Primary School – Mr. Justin Harris – Edgar T. Morris Primary School – Miss Genesis Tyson – Tucker Clarke Primary School Following nine intense rounds of competition, Miss Genesis Tyson of the Tucker Clarke Primary School emerged as the overall winner, having spelled all her words correctly in every round, and sealed the win with the word “chlorophyll.”

The prize distribution was as follows: Winner: Miss Genesis Tyson – XCD $1,000.00; her teacher Mrs. Anita Peter Dolphin received XCD $500.00 and prizes from Fruta, Rams, and Shirley. Second Runner-Up: Mr. Justin Harris – XCD $500.00; his teacher Ms. Zola Richardson received XCD $250.00 and prizes from Carib Breweries. Third Runner-Up: Miss Arianne John Paul – XCD $250.00; her teacher Mrs. Charmain Blanchette received XCD $125.00 and prizes from Carib Breweries.

Each participant received prizes from the sponsors Rotary Club of Liamuiga, Haliborange, RAMS, Fruta, Shirley, TDC, Harper’s Office Depot, SchoolMate+, Smalta, and Carib Brewery. This year’s competition marked another milestone in the Club’s ongoing mission to support education, nurture excellence, and encourage friendly competition among primary school students. Admission was free, allowing families and community members to cheer on the participants as they competed for top honours. The Rotary Club extends sincere appreciation to its Corporate Partners in Service, whose continued generosity makes this educational initiative possible. Sponsors for this year’s event include RAM’s, Haliborange, Fruta, Shirley, The Bank of Nevis Limited, Republic Bank (EC) Limited, Caribbean Credit Card Corporation, CIBC, NCI (National Caribbean Insurance), Harper’s Office Depot, Carib Brewery, Warner’s One Stop, SL Horsford & Co. Ltd., TDC Group, SchoolMate+, SKN Citizenship by Investment Unit, and Modern Elegance Photography and the Government of St. Kitts and Nevis. The Spelling Bee remains one of the Rotary Club of Liamuiga’s flagship youth development projects, aligned with Rotary’s global focus on supporting education and literacy. Through initiatives like this, the Club continues to inspire the next generation of leaders and lifelong learners. Rotary Club of Liamuiga — Service Above Self

For more information about the Rotary Club of Liamuiga and its community projects, visit www.rotaryliamuiga.org or follow us on social media.

(Dept. of Cultural Heritage, St. Kitts, November 06, 2025): The Department of Cultural Heritage continues to address issues raised by cultural practitioners, in this instance, filling the need for more traditional cultural music by facilitating a Cultural Instrument Master Class that began November 01, 2025.

The Master Class will run for seven weeks at the Dr. William Connor Primary School every Saturday until December 20.  Participants are being taught how to play the kettle drum by Devon Nisbett and Russle Jarvis, the Bass Drum by Alarick Gumbs and the Fife by Wayne Simmonds.

The kettle drum and bass drum are the main accompaniment of a folk form that is referred to in the Federation as Masquerades.  The fife, on the other hand is a critical instrument to most Folklore performances and still accompanies most of them.  As such, the decline in cultural musicians who were skilled in playing this instrument affected the quality of musical accompaniment and in essence altered the overall performance and presentation of the Folklore forms.  Strategically, the Cultural Heritage Master Class coincides with the time of year when cultural practitioners consistently rehearse for street performances in preparation for the Christmas/Carnival period.  

During Cultural Heritage’s periodic meetings and training sessions, Folklore artists revealed that a shortage of cultural musicians was the foremost reason as to why there was a decline in the use of traditional live cultural accompaniment.  It was therefore critical for the safeguarding of the Masquerade Traditions (Folklore) for the Department to facilitate the training in several essential cultural instruments.

Director of Culture Pierre Liburd revealed that the Cultural Instruments Master Class “is to assist in reversing the notable decline in the number of persons prepared to fill the critical roles of musicians, who provide authentic live music for our traditional performers.”

Mr. Liburd further outlined the value of the cultural accompaniment.

“The music is every bit as important to the tradition as the colourful costumes, the orations and the dances, and we must ensure its longevity,” Mr. Liburd emphasized.  “Hence, we have partnered with seasoned cultural musicians who are committed to sharing their knowledge and skills to whoever is willing to learn and carry on the tradition.  The training is free so interested persons are welcome to join the sessions every Saturday from 4 pm at Dr. William Connor.”

Historically, the cultural performers of St. Kitts and Nevis fell under a group of performers who were known collectively as Christmas Sports.  As such, initially, Folklore performances were seasonal, chiefly taking place during the Christmas period as outlined in Historic Basseterre, a website managed by the St. Kitts and Nevis National Archives.  

However, with the establishment of Tourism as the chief economic income earner, there was increased demand for Folklore performances to entertain visitors as part of the cultural experience and also to add to the nostalgia of nationals who would come back home for events including  reunions and weddings.  Similarly, nationals of the Federation included cultural performances in community festivals and at ceremonies for both entertainment and to inspire patriotism as is particularly prevalent during the country’s Independence period in September. 

Gradually, Cultural Practitioners moved away from performing with the traditional cultural instruments and made use of recorded Wilers music provided by hi fi systems.  (Wilers is the fast calypso rhythm that originated in St. Kitts and Nevis.)  The Master Class in Cultural Instruments that runs from November 01 to December 20 is anticipated to be the first in a series to be facilitated by the Department of Cultural Heritage.

This is the third installment of Master Classes undertaken by the Department of Cultural Heritage for 2025.  A Stonework Master Class under Master Roosevelt Devent was held January 27 to February 01 while a Metalcraft Welding Master Class was held May 19 to 23 under Joseph “Jam” Matthew.

(Dept. of Cultural Heritage, St. Kitts, November 03, 2025): Wednesday, October 29, 2025 was a day of celebration, togetherness and spontaneity when dozens of residents of the Parish of St. Peter came out to reminisce, recall and regroup at the Cultural Heritage coordinated We Village Dat, the St. Peter’s edition.

The community upbuilding event brought St. Peter’s residents together, passing on the history to younger ones in attendance and fostering a sense of pride in the accomplishments of the community’s nation-builders.

Following brief welcome remarks by Host Rodney Harris, Delores Hobson established a reminiscent tone for the ceremony when she gave some Reflections about St. Peter’s.  She invoked audience participation by asking about the different areas of the community such as: where did Upper and Lower Monkey Hill begin and end.  She revealed that the main-road next to Bass Bakery was once a sugar cane siding.  Among many other historical facts, Ms Hobson explained that a cable boxcar would go up and down the Stapleton hill during the sugarcane crop time.  She said the boxcar would transport the sugarcane down the hill because the engine that took the cane to the sugar factory was not designed to go up the steep Stapleton hill.

Honourable Samal Duggins, Minister of Small Business, Entrepreneurship, Cooperatives and the Creative Economy including the Department of Cultural Heritage roused the audience in the rallying chant of “We Village Dat!”.  He also reminded St. Peter’s residents of the importance of working together to develop their community because in doing so the entire country would benefit. 

Prime Minister the Honorable Dr. Terrence Drew emphasized that the community of St. Peter’s where he was born and bred, is a melting pot of different talents, a mixture of different racial backgrounds and a breeding ground of individuals who had positively impacted the development of the Federation.  Demonstrating his personal bond with the community, the Prime Minister mentioned people he knew as a young man including the awardees and conversations he had with his grandmother who was the midwife of St. Peter’s.   He revealed that as a youth he secretly following adults into the hill between St. Peter’s and Cayon and witnessed a musical ritual that he surmised could have possibly been passed on from our African forebears.

Cultural Heritage’s We Village Dat – St. Peters also awarded several key individuals including Elroy “Bambell” Belle for his attainments as an entrepreneur, butcher and barber.  At 62 years of age, Bambell who was also known as “Meat Man”, at one point in time reared approximately 100 pigs and supplied pork to the local population.  He is also known for helping his fellow community members.

Syliva “Missy” Dabrio-Queeley was recognized for her contribution to National Security as a woman police officer.  After twenty-five years in the Royal St. Christopher Nevis Police Force, Missy is now following her passion in Culinary Arts through catering.  Her hope for the community includes the development of a community restaurant and an indoor sporting facility.

Kennedy “Natural” Hazel was honoured for his contribution to Culture as a St. Peter’s Actor and musician.  Amidst shouts of pleasure from the audience, he free-styled some dancehall lyrics speaking out against rapists and abusers.  Natural’s love for the culture began as Ringman for the St. Peter’s Actors while his love for cultural music was fostered by his late Nevisian uncle Dan Stapleton who played guitar with Killer Bees and Humming Bird Stringbands.

As customary, two Young Creatives were awarded from the school in the community, on this occasion Zadoiah Pennyfeather and Adakkei Adams from the Dean Glasford Primary School.  Both Zadoiah and Adekkei show promise in the performing arts.  Zadoiah demonstrated her vocal skill by harmoniously singing the National Anthem while Adekkei was one of the skilful acrobats in a presentation by the St. Peter’s Actors.    

There were two Community Spirit Awards: one was presented to Asim Collins from Upper Monkey Hill and the other to Idread Liburd from Lower Monkey Hill.  This award is presented to community members who go out of their way to assist their neighbours and can be called upon at any time to help.

Pierre Liburd, Director of Culture expressed appreciation to all who contributed to the success of We Village Dat the St. Peter’s edition and committed the Department of Cultural Heritage toward coordinating the community uplifting event, founded by Royd Phipps, into all communities in St. Kitts.

Basseterre, St. Kitts (3 November 2025) – The St. Kitts Tourism Authority (SKTA) hosted the official launch of the Four Islands, One Escape initiative, a groundbreaking multi-destination tourism collaboration between St. Kitts, Nevis, St. Maarten, St. Martin, Saba, and St. Eustatius. The launch event took place at the St. Kitts Marriott Resort on November 1, 2025, marking a significant milestone in regional tourism development and connectivity.

The initiative aims to provide travellers with a seamless, immersive Caribbean experience, allowing them to explore multiple destinations through one journey. By connecting the islands via Makana Ferry, Four Islands, One Escape encourages inter-island discovery, cultural exchange, and economic growth across partner destinations.

Hon. Marsha T. Henderson, Minister of Tourism, expressed pride in the partnership and its potential to strengthen the region’s tourism product:

“Today marks a proud moment for St. Kitts and our regional partners as we showcase the true power of Caribbean collaboration. Four Islands, One Escape is more than a tourism initiative, it is a statement of togetherness, innovation, and shared ambition. By connecting our islands through authentic experiences, we are expanding opportunities for our people, enriching our visitor offerings, and strengthening our position as a region of excellence.”

The launch brought together key tourism officials, regional partners, and media representatives to celebrate the culmination of months of planning and cooperation. Through a shared vision and unified marketing approach, the participating destinations aim to position the initiative as a model for multi-island tourism in the Caribbean.

Ms. Kelly Fontenelle, CEO of the St. Kitts Tourism Authority, emphasized the importance of strategic partnerships in achieving this milestone:

“This initiative is a perfect example of what can happen when our islands simply start a conversation. Imagine St. Kitts speaking with St. Eustatius , sharing stories, ideas, and a vision for travellers. Four Islands, One Escape brings that conversation to life, creating a seamless, multi-destination experience that honours our shared heritage while highlighting the unique charm of each island. By working closely with our partner tourism authorities, industry stakeholders, and the Makana Ferry, we are offering travellers a richer, more connected way to explore the Caribbean.”

The St. Kitts Tourism Authority extended appreciation to its regional partners — the Nevis Tourism Authority, St. Maarten Tourism Bureau, St. Martin Tourism Bureau, Saba Tourism Bureau, and St. Eustatius Tourism Bureau for their invaluable collaboration.

Special acknowledgment was also given to Makana Ferry for its inter-island service that anchors this initiative; Caribbean Journey Masters and The Vacation Connection for facilitating travel itineraries; Duo Brandits for marketing services, and St. Kitts Marriott Resort for its sponsorship and hosting support.

The Four Islands, One Escape initiative showcases the transformative power of regional collaboration and innovation in redefining Caribbean tourism, providing visitors with the opportunity to experience multiple islands – each with its unique charm, culture, and adventure – through one unforgettable journey.