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Travel Daily News
a day ago
- Business
- Travel Daily News
Sandals unveils plans for Beaches Resort in SVG
Sandals Resorts International has announced its strategic move to introduce a Beaches Resort in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG), a decision that aligns with the growing demand for family-oriented travel experiences. Exciting news emerges from Saint Vincent as Sandals unveils plans for a new Beaches Resort, marking a significant expansion in family-friendly travel options on the island. This development builds on the success of Sandals Saint Vincent, renowned for its luxury and exceptional service. Sandals Resorts International has announced its strategic move to introduce a Beaches Resort in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG), a decision that aligns with the growing demand for family-oriented travel experiences. The new resort aims to provide a comprehensive, inclusive experience for families, enhancing the island's appeal as a top travel destination. This initiative follows the success of Sandals Saint Vincent, which has set a high standard in luxury hospitality and is considered by many as the best Sandals resort in the region. The Strategic Shift Towards Family-Friendly Resorts The introduction of a Beaches Resort in SVG represents a strategic shift by Sandals to cater to the family market, moving beyond its traditional focus on couples. This expansion acknowledges the increasing demand for destinations that offer something for every family member. By diversifying its offerings, Sandals aims to attract a broader demographic, including multi-generational families seeking quality time together. Building on the reputation of Sandals Saint Vincent, the new Beaches Resort will leverage the island's natural beauty and cultural richness to provide an immersive family vacation experience. The focus on inclusivity ensures that all guests, regardless of age, can enjoy tailored activities and amenities, setting a new benchmark for family-friendly travel in the Caribbean. Innovative Amenities at the New Beaches Resort The upcoming Beaches Resort in SVG promises to deliver a unique blend of luxury and family-friendly amenities. Designed with families in mind, the resort will feature specialized kids' clubs, interactive play areas and water parks that cater to younger guests while offering relaxation and entertainment for adults. Dining options will be diverse, accommodating various tastes and dietary needs, ensuring that every family member enjoys their stay. Additionally, organized family excursions will allow guests to explore the island's stunning landscapes and vibrant culture together, offering both educational and entertaining experiences. By emphasizing services tailored to all age groups, the Beaches Resort aims to become the ideal destination for families seeking both adventure and relaxation. This approach not only enhances guest satisfaction but also encourages repeat visits as families look forward to new experiences year after year. Building on the Success of Sandals Saint Vincent The decision to introduce a Beaches Resort in SVG is bolstered by the success of Sandals Saint Vincent, which has become synonymous with luxury and exceptional service. This established reputation provides a strong foundation for the new family-oriented venture, ensuring high expectations from potential guests. Sandals Saint Vincent's success has attracted visitors worldwide, creating opportunities for growth in the family tourism sector. Leveraging this success allows the new Beaches Resort to enter the market with built-in credibility, offering families the assurance of quality and unforgettable experiences during their stay. As the travel industry evolves to accommodate diverse lifestyle needs, the role of established resorts like Sandals becomes increasingly critical. Their proven track record assures families considering SVG that they will receive exceptional care and memorable experiences. Commitment to Sustainability and Inclusivity The new Beaches Resort in SVG is committed to offering amenities that cater to diverse age groups while maintaining a focus on sustainability. From expansive swimming pools and splash pads for children to serene spas and lounges for adults, the resort is designed to create a harmonious environment for families. Innovative programs, such as arts and crafts sessions and beachside movie nights, ensure that entertainment continues beyond sundown. These activities are crafted to facilitate family bonding while allowing individual freedom to pursue personal interests. Incorporating sustainability initiatives into resort operations enhances its appeal by aligning with modern values of environmental consciousness. This commitment reflects broader industry trends towards responsible tourism practices that respect local ecosystems while providing premium guest experiences.
Fox News
5 days ago
- General
- Fox News
Police investigate vessel with 11 decomposed bodies washed ashore in Caribbean
Police have launched an investigation into a vessel that washed ashore on an Eastern Caribbean island that contained human remains of at least 11 people in an advanced state of decomposition. The Royal St. Vincent and the Grenadines Police Force (RSVGPF) said it received a report at about 10:45 a.m. Monday that a suspicious vessel had been discovered along the coastline of the island of Canouan near Little Bay and Cherry Hill. Officers from the Canouan police station responded and discovered the remains of 11 people on the boat. Police said the boat measured 45 feet long, 12 feet wide and 6 feet deep, and it was found grounded in the area. The remains of the people onboard were in what police called an "advanced state of decomposition," and some of the remains were not fully intact. Investigators recovered several passports from the boat, which appear to be from the West African country of the Republic of Mali. While passports have been recovered, police have not officially identified any of the bodies, and the investigation remains ongoing. The RSVGPF said it is working closely with regional and international partners to confirm the origins of the boat and the identities of those onboard. The human remains have since been transported to the island of St. Vincent, where they are being held at the Kingstown mortuary for further forensic and investigative procedures. "This incident is deeply concerning, and we understand the public's interest in the matter," police said. "We assure you that the RSVGPF is treating this investigation with the utmost seriousness and sensitivity." The department added that it is committed to pursuing every lead and ensuring all appropriate protocols are followed. The U.S. State Department issued a Level 4 Do Not Travel advisory for the country of Mali in July 2023. The State Department's reasoning for not traveling to the country is due to crime, terrorism and kidnapping. "Violent crime, such as kidnapping and armed robbery, is common in Mali. Violent crime is a particular concern during local holidays and seasonal events in Bamako, its suburbs, and Mali's southern regions," the advisory states. "Terrorist and armed groups continue plotting kidnappings and attacks in Mali," the advisory on Mali adds. "They may attack with little or no warning, targeting nightclubs, hotels, restaurants, places of worship, international diplomatic missions, and other locations frequented by foreigners. Attacks may target Malian government offices and infrastructure, in addition to locations frequented by Westerners."
CBC
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- CBC
Canadian Vincentian writer Chanel Sutherland wins regional 2025 Commonwealth Short Story Prize
Canadian Vincentian writer Chanel Sutherland is a regional winner for the £5,000 (approx. $9,284 Cdn) Commonwealth Short Story Prize. The Commonwealth Short Story Prize annually recognizes the best piece of unpublished short fiction from one of the Commonwealth's 56 Member States. The winner is chosen from the five winners of the annual regional competitions in the categories of Africa, Asia, Canada and Europe, Caribbean and Pacific. Sutherland is recognized for her story Descend, about a sinking ship of enslaved Africans with powerful stories to tell. "As I read more about the enslaved populations that shaped the Caribbean, and specifically Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, I noticed how often their stories were told by Europeans, sometimes generations later," she said in a press statement. "I felt a deep need to hear their voices, and started to imagine what they might have said if given the chance." Sutherland, who is from St. Vincent and the Grenadines, is a writer of fiction and nonfiction. She won the 2022 CBC Short Story Prize and the CBC Nonfiction Prize in 2021. Her debut short story collection, Layaway Child, will be released in spring 2026 and will include the story that won the CBC Short Story Prize. She lives in Montreal. If you're interested in the CBC Literary Prizes, the CBC Poetry Prize is open now until June 1. The winner receives $6,000 from the Canada Council for the Arts, a two-week writing residency at Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity and their work will be published on CBC Books. You can learn more here. The complete list of regional winners are as follows: They each receive £2,500 (approx. $4,643 Cdn) and will be published online by the literary magazine Granta and in a print collection by Paper + Ink. The winners were chosen from 7,920 entries by judges Vilsoni Hereniko, chair, Nsah Mala, Saras Manickam, Anita Sethi, Lisa Allen-Agostini and Apirana Taylor and are published in the online magazine adda. The overall winner will be revealed June 25.
Daily Mail
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Ruth Langsford just dropped her QVC holiday wardrobe - including £40 summer dress that's set to sell out
Ruth Langsford has got your summer wardrobe covered this year as she dropped her new stylish QVC range which is bound to sell out. The Loose Women star has released the perfect summer dress and fans will be thrilled as it won't break the bank priced at £40. Ruth has already showed off the flattering number while on her birthday Caribbean holiday at the Sandals Resorts in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines earlier this year. The patterned blue and white midi dress which can multitask into a beach cover-up boasts trendy quarter length sleeves, a cool V-neckline and useful pockets. Ruth told QVC viewers: 'I did a photo shoot just before I went away and this [Blue Tile Print Dress] was in the photoshoot. So I said, "Oh can I take that with me?" - it's my sample - and I wore it when I was away. 'So many people were like, "Where's that dress from, I love that dress"... and I said, "Coming soon!"' The Loose Women star has released the perfect summer dress and fans will be thrilled because it won't break the bank priced at £40 Ruth Langsford Holiday Beach Cover Up Wrap yourself in the essence of summer with this Ruth Langsford V-neck printed beach cover-up, a perfect blend of style and comfort for those lazy beach days or casual strolls along the boardwalk. Its breezy design, featuring a 1 3/4 inverted box pleat at the centre front and charming 5" side splits, offers a flattering fit that's as effortless as it is elegant. £39.96 Well, fans can finally get their hands on the dress after it landed on the QVC website and it's still available to shop. The TV star added: I wore it and wore it on holiday it is just so light and cool' as she discussed the fabric. 'There's a little pleat here [ìn the front of the dress] which means there's nothing clinging on your tummy, it's got pockets, and it's a longer length so you can wear it as a beach coverup or a day dress,' she added. Also in the new collection Ruth has dropped a Mono Blocked Swimsuit, £57.96 and leather platform sandals, £79.92. The ITV star debuted her QVC line back in 2017 and features on a two-hour telly slot every week. Ruth has also released a stylish ruched detail swimsuit costing a reasonable £55.92 and it comes in multiple colours. Discussing the new item, the star said: 'You can tighten it at the front to suit you, I love the paisley or you can get the navy, blue, or the black and pair it with the print sarong. 'It has the removable cup and you can adjust it because it is really stretchy and the panel at the side holds your waist in.' Ruth Langsford Holiday Shop Printed Contrast Panel Swimsuit This swimsuit combines a striking geo print with sleek contrast panels, creating a classic silhouette that enhances your natural curves. Ideal for poolside lounging or a refreshing dip, it ensures you feel confident and stylish. The adjustable back straps provide a customisable fit, while the zigzag stitching at the leg openings adds a chic touch. £57.00 Shop Ruth Langsford Holiday Textured Kimono Dress Take your holiday looks to the next level with the Ruth Langsford textured kimono dress. This stunning piece is the perfect lightweight layer, boasting a flowing silhouette that makes it perfect for covering up when you're by the pool or at the beach. £45.96 Shop Ruth Langsford Holiday Shop Ruched Detail Swimsuit This design features a classic scoop neckline with a ruched detailing for a flattering fit. £55.92 Shop Ruth Langsford Platform Sandal Step into effortless style with the Ruth Langsford platform sandals, featuring a chic cross-over design and a secure buckle fastening. Crafted from premium leather for both the outer and inner sections, they promise durability and comfort. £79.92 Shop Ruth Langsford V Neck Tiered Midi Dress Tall Discover the charm and elegance of the Ruth Langsford V-Neck Tiered Midi Dress. Designed to flatter, its relaxed fit through the bust and waist gracefully flares out to a full bottom opening, creating a silhouette that dances between casual and formal with ease. Whether you're attending a garden party or enjoying a leisurely brunch with friends, this midi dress ensures you look poised and polished. £57.96 Shop Ruth admitted releasing swimwear when she first started her collections was her biggest fear to get right as everyone is 'different shapes and sizes'. Discussed the eye catching pink patterned panel swimsuit, which costs £57.00, she said: 'Doing swimwear is hard for me and the team, we were nervous about it when we first start because it's like lingerie and its hard to get a standard shape. 'We are all different shapes and sizes so we've been playing with the rushing and we haven't really messed with it too much. 'The neckline isn't too low and the panels down the side draw your eye to create a curve and it has adjust straps and a high back For a more dressy look, Ruth has released a stunning £57.96 V-neckline tiered midi dress which boasted a matching belt to cinch in the waist. The TV star often shares her clothing range on social media where she promotes new additions to her line. She has previously described how her collections have been inspired by her day-to-day wardrobe. Back in 2017, Ruth said: 'I have put my heart into designing the pieces and was determined that they reflect what women want - to look modern whilst being comfortable. 'From the dresses and tops to jackets and my signature jeans, I was passionate about designing a range that I would wear every day. I am so enormously proud of it.'
Time of India
07-05-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Anahat Singh up for squash world championship, but Olympic medal is ultimate goal
Anahat Singh of Team India plays a shot against Jada Ross of Team Saint Vincent and the Grenadines (Photo by) NEW DELHI: By the time the chill of Chicago's late spring curls into the glass walls of the squash courts at the University Club, the brightest young star of Indian squash will already be warming is something both graceful and unrelenting about Anahat Singh 's movements. On court, she is a blend of youthful audacity and a veteran's poise. As she prepares to make her mark on the biggest stage of her career — the World Squash Championship 2025 , Chicago — Anahat carries not just her racquet but the hopes of a nation as India's lone woman representative in the prestigious Delhi girl grew up in a family with strong sporting culture. Father Gursharan Singh, a lawyer, and mother Tani Vadehra, an interior designer, both played hockey in their Anahat's elder sister, was a top-ranked U-19 squash player before enrolling at Harvard University for her bachelor's degree. She continues to compete for the Harvard women's squash early brushes, though, were not with squash but badminton. Inspired first by PV Sindhu, she briefly flirted with shuttlecocks before the squash court stole her heart. The speed, the strategy, the raw physicality of it attracted her.'I started playing badminton when I was six years old. When I was eight, I started going to the Delhi Gymkhana Club and started playing squash with my sister. Eventually, I started doing a lot better in squash and enjoyed it a lot more as well,' Anahat told TOI .By 9, she had won her first national title. By 11, she was dominating the U-13 circuit, rising to No. 1 not just in India but also in Asia and came a crowning moment for Anahat. She captured the British Junior Open — a tournament considered the 'Wimbledon of junior squash' — in the U-11 category, stunning higher-ranked players with the cold precision of her drop as the grand stage of Chicago beckons, Anahat stands on the cusp of transitioning from prodigy to a professional powerhouse. For India, Anahat's solo representation in the women's draw is symbolic. It's the torch being passed to a new generation. 'I am just excited to play against the best in the world,' she said. 'That's what I've always wanted — to see how far I can push myself.'At present, Anahat is ranked world No. 60, and every match at the world championships is going to be challenging. And yet, one gets the sense that she relishes it. 'I don't really think about rankings,' she said. 'On court, it's just me, the ball, and the walls. That's all that matters.'Regardless of the outcome in Chicago, Anahat holds immense promise for the future. After squash was included as a medal sport at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, the 17-yearold has now firmly set her eyes on an Olympic medal.'Now that Olympics is in the picture for us squash players for the first time, I'm hopeful I can win a medal at the LA Games,' Anahat, who has two bronze medals (women's team event & mixed doubles) from the 2023 Hangzhou Asian Games , currently, has a full team around her with former pros Gregory Gaultier (of France) and Stephane Galifi (Italy) as full-time coaches. Saurav Ghosal, who has won CWG and Asian Games medals for India, is her mentor.
