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149 Full Time Employees At St. Regis Resort
As of Friday, June 11, the recently opened St Regis Bermuda Resort had 149 full-time employees, of which 86 or 57.7% are Bermudian and 63 are work-permit holders” Minister of Labour Jason Hayward said, with the Minister also noting that the hotel is actively recruiting for additional job positions. Minister Hayward said, “Members of the... Read more of this article
WTS & Relay Championships Bermuda Schedule
With four months to go until the World Triathlon Sprint and Relay Championships, the Bermuda Tourism Authority unveiled the event’s three-day-long schedule today at a press event in Hamilton. “The island’s capital will host the international sporting competition October 15th to October 17th, 2021, with a series of individual and relay sprint-distance... Read more of this article
Hotel Association: Mandatory Testing Policy
The Bermuda Hotel Association announced that “all association member properties will implement a mandatory requirement for all non-immunised hotel employees to be tested every seven days.” A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Hotel Association (BHA) have announced that with effect from Tuesday, 22nd June 2021, all association member properties... Read more of this article
BTA Statement On Revolve Yacht Event
The Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] said they “shared full support for an investigation into the possible breach of Covid protocols at the yacht event on June 8.” A spokesperson said, “The BTA assisted local organisers’ administrative filings, including group exemption applications for a series of photo-shoots and on-site destination... Read more of this article
Employment Opportunities At St. Regis Resort
Noting that they have “significantly increased demand over the next few months,” the St. Regis Bermuda Resort — which opened last month — said they are “able to offer exciting employment opportunities” with “over 100 job vacancies.” A spokesperson said, “The opening of The St. Regis Bermuda Resort... Read more of this article
Viking Cruise Ship Orion Moves To Hamilton
The Viking Orion — which is the first cruise ship to visit the island in over a year – has moved from Dockyard and is now in Hamilton. The cruise line will begin offering their ‘Bermuda Escape’ 8-day cruises on June 15th, with the cruises to visit all three Bermuda ports – Hamilton, Dockyard, and St George’s. Related Stories Viking... Read more of this article
WTTC Releases Economic Impact Report
The World Travel & Tourism Council [WTTC] released its annual Economic Impact Report [EIR], which revealed that the Travel & Tourism sector’s contribution to Caribbean GDP dropped by $33.9 billion in 2020. A spokesperson said, “The World Travel & Tourism Council’s annual Economic Impact Report [EIR] today reveals the dramatic... Read more of this article
Change To Viking Cruise Ship Orion Schedule
The Viking Orion — which is the first cruise ship to visit the island in over a year – is berthing at Heritage Wharf today and will move to Hamilton on Thursday. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Transport advises that there has been a change with Viking Orion. The ship was due to move into Hamilton today, May 27th,... Read more of this article
Skyport Release Flight Schedule For June
Skyport released the flight schedule for June 2021, noting the following changes: AA – Miami starts 5th June [Saturdays only] AA – Philadelphia starts 5th June [Saturdays only] AA – LaGuardia starts 26th June [Saturdays only] AA – Charlotte daily from 3rd June JetBlue – New York daily from 1st June JetBlue – Boston daily 9th June The... Read more of this article
St. Regis: We Hope To Inspire, Elevate Luxury
“We hope to inspire and contribute to the local hospitality landscape and help elevate luxury in this iconic leisure destination,” the St. Regis Hotels & Resorts said following the recent opening of their new hotel in St George’s. In announcing the new hotel, the company said, “St. Regis Hotels & Resorts today announced... Read more of this article
Viking Cruise Ship Orion In Bermuda’s Waters
[Updated] The Viking cruise ship Orion has entered Bermuda’s waters and will be anchored in Grassy Bay in the west end of the island, local officials have confirmed. The cruise ship was originally supposed to be in Bermuda’s waters on Friday, however we understand the ship delayed travel slightly to err on the side of caution due to the... Read more of this article
The New St. Regis Hotel Officially Opens
[Updated] St. Regis Hotel & Resort is set to officially open today [May 22] in the east end, with a small event set to be held to mark the occasion. Their website describes the hotel by saying, “A haven of oceanfront elegance situated in the historic town of St. George’s, The St. Regis Bermuda Resort is just steps from the soft white sands... Read more of this article
