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Nevadans must travel to play Powerball as jackpot climbs to $1 billion for holiday weekend
My News 3 - Nevada
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(KSNV) — This could buy a lot of Labor Day weekend sunblock: Saturday’s Powerball jackpot is estimated at $1 billion, the sixth-largest prize in the game’s history. Powerball, which costs $2 per ticket, is played in 45 states, the District of...
Where Can Americans Vacation Without Needing A Passport?
The Travel
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August 29, 2025
The summer is almost over, and plenty of American citizens have traveled abroad to faraway destinations to enjoy tropical weather, white beaches, and exotic food. Yet, many people decided to stay at home. Some of them may have done so simply...
Shooting at Government Hill bed and breakfast leaves 1 woman dead
Virgin Islands Free Press
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August 30, 2025
CHARLOTTE AMALIE — Police are investigating the shooting death of a woman who was discovered unresponsive at a Government Hill bed and breakfast in St. Thomas on Friday morning. On Friday, August 29, 2025, at approximately 11:48 a.m., the 911...
CAZOVA U-18 beach vball camp and tournament serves off
Trinidad and Tobago Guardian
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The Caribbean Zonal Volleyball Association (CAZOVA) Under-18 Beach Volleyball Camp and Tournament served off at the Courland Beach Sports Arena, in Courland, Black Rock, Tobago, on Wednesday (August 27). The first part of the...
U.S. Travelers Face New Rules for Souvenir Shopping Abroad What You Need to Know
Fodors Travel Guide
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August 28, 2025
The Trump Administration ended the de minimis rule with an executive order last month. There are two $800 import duty exemptions for items entering the United States, with one big difference: one of them ends August 29, and the other one doesn’t....
U.S. Virgin Islands Appoints Public Affairs Exec And Native Islander As Commissioner Of Tourism
Black Enterprise
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August 20, 2025
The U.S. Virgin Islands will continue marking its place as a go-to destination with its new Commissioner of Tourism. The U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Tourism has accepted Jennifer Matarangas-King’s nomination to lead its tourism growth. A...
UPSC Key: India-Japan Annual Summit, GDP growth and E-will
The Indian Express
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August 30, 2025
Preliminary Examination: Current events of national and international importance Mains Examination: General Studies-III: Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests Story continues...
Andia Ravariere Takes Her Place As CEO Of The Nevis Tourism Authority
Black Enterprise
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August 27, 2025
Andia Ravariere is a passionate leader The Nevis Tourism Authority (NTA) has appointed Andia Ravariere as its new chief executive officer, a role she will assume on Sept. 1. With more than a decade of experience in sustainable tourism development...
Wealthy Americans are traveling to Europe to dodge tariffs on luxury goods
CNBC
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August 27, 2025
Visitors and salesmen stand at the booth of Swiss luxury watchmaker and jeweler Piaget, during the "Watches and Wonders Geneva" luxury watch fair, on April 1, 2025. Fabrice Coffrini | Afp | Getty Images Jamie and her husband are traveling to...
Hilton debuts first Hampton by Hilton hotel in the U.S. Virgin Islands
Travel Daily News
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August 18, 2025
Hilton debuts Hampton by Hilton brand in the U.S. Virgin Islands with the opening of Hampton by Hilton St. Thomas, enhancing Caribbean presence. U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS and MIAMI, FL – Hilton announces the Hampton by Hilton brand debut in the U.S....
Worthington natives embark on world travel
The Globe - Minnesota
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August 26, 2025
WORTHINGTON — When Worthington natives Andrea Magana and Che Peralta began dating a little over two years ago, they discovered they shared a passion for travel. So, in early February, the couple set out on a six month trip full of adventures...
Photos: Heavy rain hits U.S. Virgin Islands as monster Hurricane Erin charges nearby
FOX Weather
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August 16, 2025
Hurricane Erin has strengthened into a Category 5 hurricane late Saturday morning with maximum sustained wind speeds of 165 mph, according to the National Hurricane Center. ST. THOMAS, U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – Hurricane Erin is bringing heavy rain to...
Hilton opens first U.S. Virgin Islands hotel in St. Thomas
Breaking Travel News
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August 15, 2025
Hilton announces its debut in the U.S. Virgin Islands with the opening of Hampton by Hilton St. Thomas, a 126-room hotel located directly across from Havensight Mall and overlooking Long Bay. This milestone marks a strategic addition to Hilton’s...
US Virgin Islands team makes improbable run at Nike RBI softball tournament
MLB
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Why New Hotels Have Travelers Flocking to the US Virgin Islands
Caribbean Journal
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August 18, 2025
You’re in an ocean-view pool with a freshly-crafted cocktail peering out at green hills. Or maybe you’ve just checked into your rustic retreat on a private island. Or you’re checking out the views of Charlotte Amalie from an exclusive rooftop...
Hilton Expands Caribbean Footprint, Debuts First U.S. Virgin Islands Hotel with the Opening of Hampton by Hilton St. Thomas
Hospitality Net
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August 14, 2025
Today, Hilton announces its debut in the U.S. Virgin Islands with the opening of Hampton by Hilton St. Thomas, a 126-room hotel located directly across from Havensight Mall and overlooking Long Bay. This milestone marks a strategic addition to...
Hilton Opens First Hotel in the U.S. Virgin Islands with Hampton by Hilton St. Thomas
FTN News
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August 14, 2025
Hilton opens first hotel in the U.S. Virgin Islands with Hampton by Hilton St. Thomas, a 126-room property overlooking Long Bay and steps from the island’s bustling Havensight Mall. This debut marks Hilton’s entry into the U.S. Virgin Islands and...
U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Tourism Welcomes New Leadership with Jennifer Matarangas-King
Breaking Travel News
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August 10, 2025
The U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Tourism proudly welcomes the nomination of communications and public affairs executive Jennifer Matarangas-King as the next Commissioner of Tourism. Governor Albert Bryan Jr. announced the nomination during a...
Urban Golf Weekend: Tee Off for a Good Cause in Miami
South Florida Caribbean News
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August 30, 2025
MIAMI – Urban Golf Weekend (UGW), the nation’s premier celebration of golf, culture, and community, will tee off August 29–31, 2025. It will take place across iconic Miami venues including Eden Roc Miami Beach, Miami Beach Golf Club, and Miami...
U.S. Virgin Islands Welcomes New Tourism Commissioner
Travel Market Report - New York
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Photo: USVI Dept. of Tourism The U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Tourism has appointed Jennifer Matarangas-King as its new commissioner. King brings more than 30 years of communications, public affairs, and organizational leadership experience...