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COVID UPDATE: Travel Restrictions Eased as of February 2, 2022

February 2, 2022 by Hillary Bonner

Hello Hello! If you are traveling into the territory soon, I have some good news for you! You know that pesky 72 hour window for COVID testing? Well, as of today, February 2, 2022, we can say goodbye to that stressful process as the territory eases back to the five day window for testing as you prepare for travel to Love City 🙂

The Bar is OPEN at Wharfside’s Rum Hut

February 1, 2022 by Hillary Bonner

Good Morning All! And a happy Tuesday to you 🙂 There has been a ton of BIG news over the past few weeks and, man oh man, I feel like I have been in a typing frenzy through all of the Caneel, Cinnamon, Honeymoon, plastic recycling and RAFFLE updates! So, this morning, I’m going to keep it brief, but exciting all the same! Recognize that view? ^^^

Cinnamon Bay Beach and Campground is NOW OPEN!

January 31, 2022January 31, 2022 by Hillary Bonner

Good Morning All and a happy Monday to you! Last week, Teddy finally convinced me it was time for some dinghy driving practice. So, I bargained with him for Cinnamon Bay as the destination so that I could get out there to say hello and see the new updates for myself. All in all, it was a glorious day (I didn’t wreck the dinghy :)), but our time at cinnamon was the highlight. The changes, the energy, the staff at the newly re-opened campground really blew my socks off! It felt SO good to be out there again and see the place alive and thriving. Finally, nearly five years after Hurricane Irma ravaged the only campground in the VI National Park, the doors are open and the place has rebounded in a big way.

NPS Requests Public Comment on Future Redevelopment of Caneel Bay

January 28, 2022January 28, 2022 by Hillary Bonner

On January 18, Virgin Islands National Park announced a proposed set of concepts that could guide the future redevelopment of Caneel Bay…And they want your input!

Plastic Recycling has Arrived in Love City!

January 27, 2022January 27, 2022 by Hillary Bonner

A few weeks ago, I updated you all about a great way to cut down on your plastic waste while you are visiting St. John. Ditch the disposable single use plastic bottles and refill your gallons! Well, a lot of you were wondering why we don’t have recycling on island. Well, the short answer is, we do…It’s just not as easy or as widespread as it is in the states. Up until a week ago, Island Green Living Association only accepted aluminum cans through their non-profit owned and operated, grass roots recycling program. But, that’s all about to change. Ladies and gentlemen, for the first time ever, please give a big round of applause to Island Green for bringing plastic recycling to St. John!

Notice: Services Closed at Honeymoon Beach

January 26, 2022 by Hillary Bonner

Good Morning to you all! Yesterday Bikini’s on the Beach at Honeymoon announced that the services at Honeymoon Beach would be closed as of today for unexpected maintenance and repairs for a period of time. This includes the shuttle from Caneel Bay parking lot, VI Eco Tours and water sports rentals and all of the other services provided at the beach.

Moko Jumbie Students Greet Ferry Passengers

January 25, 2022 by Hillary Bonner

What a spectacular way to arrive on St. John! You have had a long travel day, maybe portions of it not so smooth. You FINALLY exit the ferry in Cruz Bay and are greeted by absolutely awesome moko jumbies in training yelling “Welcome to St. John!” What an incredibly beautiful way to arrive in Love City.

Progress Report: Road Construction in Cruz Bay

January 24, 2022 by Hillary Bonner

Good Morning, Good Morning! And a Happy Monday to all of you out there! There are some road construction projects going on around town that could create some delays or detours over the next little bit and I wanted to take a moment today to share those with those of you who may be on island in the near future.

Love for the Land: Enter to Win an All-Inclusive Trip to St. John

January 21, 2022January 21, 2022 by Hillary Bonner

Who loves a trip to St. John? Who loves a trip to St. John…Free of charge? Well, maybe not entirely for free, but a small donation to the St. John Land Conservancy will get you entered for a chance to win an incredible stay on St. John, complete with air fare, a beautiful villa, dinners, boat days and more!

Beautiful Boats and Community Members Gather at Lovango to Honor Captain Phil Chalker

January 20, 2022 by Hillary Bonner

On a typical day, the bay in front of Lovango Cay is busy with boats filled with passengers, journeying to the small island off of St. John in search of underwater adventures or fine dining on her shores. But, on Sunday evening, a very different type of celebration was taking place. Notable boats by the number, overflowing with community members, friends and family filled the small bay with the intent of a memorial and final send off for Captain Phil Chalker.