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To enhance the Human Resource potential of all Nevisians through the provision of sustainable cultural and community based programs in order to stimulate growth and development in all sectors.

Functions

  • To Manage and develop the Tourism Industry.
  • To provide effective Tourism Research, Documentation, Education, Awareness and Development.

Nevis Ministry of Tourism warns against stone removal from heritage sites

The following is an advisory from the Ministry of Tourism in the Nevis Island Administration (NIA) regarding removal of stones from heritage sites.

Top Tourism official pleased with response to 20th anniversary celebrations of Nevisian Heritage Village

The Ministry of Tourism on Nevis is extending its gratitude to all who participated in the 20th anniversary celebratory activities of the Nevisian Heritage Village at Fothergills Estate in Gingerland, on March 03, 2023.

Gift shop and café open at Nevisian Heritage Village

The Ministry of Tourism has embarked on a paradigm shift of its business model at the Nevisian Heritage Village on Fothergills Estate in Gingerland.

Min. of Tourism to celebrate 20th anniversary of Nevisian Heritage Village at Fothergills

The Ministry of Tourism in the Nevis Island Administration (NIA) will celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Nevisian Heritage Village at Fothergills in Gingerland on Wednesday, February 22, 2023.

Ministry of Tourism on Nevis mourns loss of “Mansa”, a valuable stakeholder in agro tourism

The Ministry of Tourism in the Nevis Island Administration (NIA) publicly mourns the loss of well-known Nevisian farmer/ entrepreneur Mr. Mervin “Mansa” Tyson.

Nevis Min. of Tourism to host training seminar for certified taxi drivers

The following is an announcement from the Ministry of Tourism in the Nevis Island Administration (NIA) regarding a training seminar for certified taxi drivers.

Premier Brantley thanks Government and people of the Republic of China (Taiwan), Prime Minister of St. Kitts and Nevis

Premier of Nevis Hon. Mark Brantley continues to express gratitude to the Government and people of the Republic of China (Taiwan) for their assistance in the development of the island. He also thanks Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew, Prime Minister of St. Kitts and Nevis, for ensuring that Nevis received the funds.

Nevis Min. of Tourism seeks a Product Development Officer

The following is announcement from the Ministry of Tourism in the Nevis Island Administration (NIA).

Min. of Tourism expects Bath Community Festival to grow; ministry stands ready to assist

An official of the Ministry of Tourism in the Nevis Island Administration says the ministry stands ready to ensure that the Bath Community Festival which was held on May 07, 2022 at the historic Fort Charles takes root.

Nevis Ministry of Tourism’s Exposition Nevis 2022 on the way; four new events introduced

The Ministry of Tourism on Nevis will introduce four new events as part of its month-long tourism awareness activities dubbed Exposition Nevis.

Nevis Min. of Tourism postpones COVID-19 Industry Certificate Training

Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Ministry of Tourism wishes to advise the general public that regrettably we must POSTPONE the planned COVID-19 Industry Certificate Training scheduled for this week. The training was originally scheduled  for Wednesday February 16, 2022.

Republic of China (Taiwan) Expo opens in Nevis showcasing companies and products

The people of Nevis have the opportunity to view a wide range of products offered by businesses in Taiwan, thanks to the ongoing three-day Taiwan Expo in St. Kitts and Nevis, at the Malcolm Guishard Recreational Park at Pinney’s.

Nevis Artisan Village Night Market coming December 11

In its continued efforts to enhance the tourism product on Nevis, the Ministry of Tourism will host its second annual Nevis Artisan Village Night Market at the village grounds at Pinney’s from 6 p.m. on Saturday, December 11, 2021.

More than 2,000 hospitality workers trained on Nevis in Ministry of Tourism COVID-19 sensitization sessions

An official of the Ministry of Tourism on Nevis is voicing satisfaction with the response to a series of COVID-19 sensitization training sessions for hospitality industry employees.

Prince William Street in Nevis to close to vehicular traffic November 17

The following is a notice from the Ministry of Tourism in the Nevis Island Administration (NIA) regarding a street closure in Charlestown.

COVID-19 sensitization workshops returning for tourism industry workers

The following is an announcement from the Ministry of Tourism in the Nevis Island Administration (NIA) on the return of COVID-19 sensitization workshops.

Horticulturist Mr. Dane Sandiford selected to manage Pinneys Park

Mr. Dane Sandiford who hails from Barbados, will be the Manager of the Pinneys Park. He was selected from a shortlist of 11 candidates who applied for the position to manage the park which is scheduled to open in Nevis in December 2021.

Nevis Culturama Committee gets greenlight to host Culturama 47 events

The Nevis Culturama Committee has received the green light from the National COVID-19 Task Force to proceed with the rescheduled activities to mark the 47th edition of Culturama.

Nevis Ministry of Tourism to host Small Tourism Business Workshop

The following is an announcement from the Ministry of Tourism in the Nevis Island Administration (NIA) regarding a Small Tourism Business Workshop to be held on May 11th and 12th, 2021.

Ministry of Tourism on Nevis issues guidelines for Garden Competition

The Ministry of Tourism launched its Garden Competition 2021, on April 16, 2021. The contest is a collaborative effort with the Department of Agriculture and forms part of this year’s Exposition Nevis, an annual tourism awareness programme.

Ministry of Tourism launches Nevis Garden Competition for Exposition Nevis 2021

The Ministry of Tourism in the Nevis Island Administration (NIA) launched its Nevis Garden Competition on April 16, 2021, at the Nevisian Heritage Village in Gingerland, as part of activities for Exposition Nevis 2021, an annual tourism awareness campaign with the theme “Fostering Domestic Tourism.”

Tourism Minister Hon. Mark Brantley, launches Exposition Nevis 2021

The following is an address by Hon. Mark Brantley, Premier and Minister of Tourism in the Nevis Island Administration (NIA) on April 15, to launch Exposition Nevis 2021.

Nevis Min. of Tourism cancels final Vaccination Information session

The following is an announcement from the Ministry of Tourism in the Nevis Island Administration (NIA) regarding the final Vaccination Information session.

Ministries of Tourism, Health collaborate with NTA to host COVID-19 Vaccination Information Sessions for tourism sector

The Ministry of Tourism in the Nevis Island Administration (NIA) in conjunction with the Nevis Tourism Authority (NTA) and the Ministry of Health will be hosting a number of Covid 19 Vaccination Information Sessions for the tourism sector.

Ministry of Tourism inviting artisan vendors to participate in Night Village

The following is an announcement from the Ministry of Tourism in the Nevis Island Administration (NIA) regarding a Night Market at the Artisan Village.

COVID-19 Sensitization sessions on Nevis to recommence, registration open to select persons in tourism industry

The following is an announcement from the Ministry of Tourism in the Nevis Island Administration (NIA) and the Nevis Tourism Authority (NTA) regarding COVID-19 Sensitization sessions for select persons in the tourism industry.

Nevis Ministry of Tourism hosts day trip for St. Kitts Ministry of Tourism staff

The Nevis Ministry of Tourism on Friday, November 20, 2020, hosted a team of more than 30 staff members from the Ministry of Tourism on St. Kitts on a day trip experiencing historical and cultural sites around the island.

Final COVID-19 sensitization training for tourism industry employees October 29

The following is an announcement from the Ministry of Tourism in the Nevis Island Administration (NIA) regrading the final COVID-19 sensitization training for all tourism industry employees.

Ministry of Tourism on Nevis advises of virtual additional PAHO training October 7th and 8th

The following is a notice from the Ministry of Tourism on Nevis regarding virtual additional training by the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) for hotel workers, Destination Management Companies (DMCs) and wedding planners.

Training sessions for “Travel Approved Seal” completed, SKN to open borders to international visitors October 31st

The following is a press release from the Nevis Tourism Authority (NTA) regarding the reopening of borders in St. Kitts and Nevis

Nevis COVID-19 Task Force continues training in preparation for border reopening, Dr. Nisbett says

As Nevis continues to prepare for the further opening of St. Kitts and Nevis borders, Nevis COVID-19 Task Force, in collaboration with the Ministries of Health and Tourism in the Nevis Island Administration (NIA), continues to engage the tourism and travel related sectors and health workers.

New COVID-19 processes planned for ports of entry in Nevis

The Nevis Island Administration (NIA) will be making physical and other changes to the commercial ports of entry on Nevis to accommodate enhanced immigration COVID-19 procedures when the federation’s borders re-open.

Nevis Min. of Tourism to hold annual Taxi and Tour Guide Training Seminar

The following is a notice from the Ministry of Tourism regarding the 2020 Taxi and Tour Guide Training Seminar.

Nevis Min. of Tourism to hold COVID-19 sensitization sessions for Arts, Craft Vendors and Tourism Retail Operators

In anticipation of the reopening of the borders of St. Kitts and Nevis, the Ministry of Tourism in collaboration with the Nevis Tourism Authority and the Ministry of Health, will be conducting a series of COVID-19 sensitization sessions for ALL employees in the Hospitality Industry.

Ministry of Tourism on Nevis to hold COVID-19 sensitization sessions for restaurant and bar employees

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Craft vendors, tourism retail operators on Nevis invited to COVID-19 sensitisation training

The following is an announcement from the Ministry of Tourism in the Nevis Island Administration (NIA).

NIA working to combat challenges posed by COVID-19, Nevis Premier Brantley say

Hon. Mark Brantley, Premier of Nevis and Minister of Tourism, says learning to function in a new normal is critical for the island’s tourism industry, the island’s main economic driver.

Tourism Sector workers on Nevis prepare for border reopening

Over the next two weeks more than 1,000 workers in the tourism sector on Nevis will benefit from training sessions on COVID -19, hosted by the Ministry of Tourism in collaboration with the Nevis Tourism Authority (NTA) and the Ministry of Health, in preparation for the reopening of the Federation’s borders.

Min. of Tourism on Nevis to hold COVID-19 sensitization sessions for all Hospitality Industry employees

The following is an announcement from the Ministry of Tourism in the Nevis Island Administration regarding a series of COVID-19 sensitization sessions for all employees in the Hospitality Industry on Nevis.

Port Security Task Force established on Nevis in response to Coronavirus  

The following is  a press release from the Nevis Air and Sea Ports Authority (NASPA) regarding enhanced security at the entry ports on Nevis.

Canadian visitor says she is in awe of Nevis’ beauty

A first-time Canadian visitor to Nevis told the Department of Information on February 20, 2020, that she is in awe of the island’s beauty.

Min. of Tourism on Nevis to hold important meeting for taxi operators

The following is an announcement from the Ministry of Tourism in the Nevis Island Administration (NIA) regarding a meeting for taxi operators on Nevis.

NIA Ministry of Tourism Taxi IDs and Vehicle Permits ready for collection

The following is an announcement from the Ministry of Tourism in the Nevis Island Administration regarding Taxi ID and Vehicle Permit collection.

Thankful CSS student is Nevis’ new Youth Junior Minister of Tourism

Ms. Brianne Chapman a student of the Charlestown Secondary School (CSS) is the new Youth Junior Minister of Tourism on Nevis. She won the title at the keenly contested Bank of Nevis sponsored Tourism Youth Congress 2019, at the Nevis Performing Arts Centre (NEPAC) on May 21, 2019. The win is the second consecutive year for CSS.

Nevis Min. of Tourism announces vacancy for Supervisor in the Beach Patrol Unit

The following is an announcement from the Ministry of Tourism in the Nevis Island Administration regarding a vacancy for the position of Supervisor in the Beach Patrol Unit.

Nomination for tourism awards open to stakeholders and public

Exposition Nevis, a month of activities to sensitise the general public of the critical impact of the tourism industry on the economy of the island, will climax on May 25, 2019, with the Ministry of Tourism’s awards ceremony.

Ministry of Tourism on Nevis grants extension for Taxi Permit renewal

The following is an announcement from the Ministry of Tourism in the Nevis Island Administration (NIA) regarding an extension for Taxi Permit renewal.

Ministry of Tourism to bona-fide taxi operators on Nevis: registration and renewal process commences

The following is an announcement from the Ministry of Tourism in the Nevis Island Administration (NIA) applicable to all bona-fide taxi operators on Nevis.

Premier Brantley meets with hoteliers on Nevis 

Hon. Mark Brantley, Premier of Nevis and Minister of Tourism, thanked the St. Kitts and Nevis Hotel and Tourism Association for affording him the an opportunity to interact with hoteliers on Nevis at its monthly meeting which was held at the Oualie Beach Resort on July 31, 2018.

Nisbet Plantation Beach Club on Nevis named among world’s best

Hon. Mark Brantley, Premier of Nevis and Minister of Tourism, hailed the achievement of the Nisbet Plantation Beach Club in Newcastle which was named by the Travel + Leisure Magazine in its 2018 World’s Best Awards as one of the Top 25 Resort Hotels in the Caribbean, Bermuda and the Bahamas.

GSS wins top spots in local leg of 2018 FCCA Essay Contest

Two students of the Gingerland Secondary School (GSS) captured the winning spots in both the junior and senior categories in Nevis of the local leg of the 2018 Florida Caribbean Cruise Association (FCCA) Essay Contest hosted by the Ministry of Tourism in the Nevis Island Administration (NIA).

Bath Stream EC$30,000 renovation project ends

NIA CHARLESTOWN NEVIS (June 26, 2018) — Renovation work at the Bath Stream in Bath Village is completed. The EC$30,000 project funded by the Nevis Island Administration (NIA) through the Ministry of Tourism, commenced on June 04, 2018.

Tourism rakes in more than EC$1million in first quarter of 2018

For the first quarter of 2018, the Tourism Industry on Nevis performed better than the corresponding period in 2017. The Nevis Tourism (NTA) raking in more than EC$1million from the 2 percent tax collected through the Tourism Levy.

Golden Rock Inn captures Nevis Ministry of Tourism’s 2018 Hotel of the Year Award

Golden Rock Inn in Gingerland, is the Ministry of Tourism’s 2018 Hotel of the Year. The award was presented to the hotel at the ministry’s annual Tourism Awards Gala and Dance at the Four Seasons Resort on May 26, 2018.

Artisan Village officially opens at Pinney’s with new additions

NIA CHARLETOWN NEVIS (May 25, 2018) – A popular tourist attraction on the island, the new look Artisan Village, was officially opened at Pinney’s Estate next to the Nevis Craft House on Thursday, May 24, 2018.

CSS student Recardoe Rodriques is Nevis’ 2018-2019 Youth Junior Minister of Tourism

NIA CHARLESTOWN NEVIS (May 17, 2018) –Recardoe Rodriques, a student of the Charlestown Secondary School (CSS) is Nevis’ 2018-2019 Youth Junior Minister of Tourism. He won the title at The Bank of Nevis Ltd. Tourism Youth Congress at the Nevis Performing Arts Centre (NEPAC) on May 17, 2018.

NIA implements safety features at Pinney’s Beach to protect swimmers, boaters

NIA CHARLESTOWN NEVIS (May 09, 2018) — For the first time, Pinney’s Beach, one of the most popular swimming areas on Nevis, has a number of safety features in place implemented by the Ministry of Tourism in the Nevis Island Administration (NIA).

Ministry of Tourism launches Bank of Nevis Limited Tourism Youth Congress

Mr. John Hanley, Acting Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Tourism encouraged students participating in The Bank of Nevis Limited Tourism Youth Congress scheduled for May 17, 2018, to be mindful of the benefits that come with taking part in the forum.

‘Exposition Nevis’ address delivery by Mr. John Hanley, Acting Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Tourism, Nevis

The following is an address delivered by Mr. John Hanley, Acting Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Tourism, on April 15, 2018, to mark the opening of Exposition Nevis, a month of Tourism Awareness activities

Tourism officials welcome MV Silver Muse on inaugural visit to Nevis

Tourism officials on Nevis welcomed the captain and crew of the MV Silver Muse on April 06, 2018, when the ship made its inaugural call during an unscheduled visit to Nevis.

Delegation from SXM airport to visit Nevis

A delegation from the Princess Juliana International Airport in St. Maarten will visit with stakeholders on Nevis on February 23, 2018. While here they will discuss the status of the airport’s operations and its recovery following the passage of Hurricane Irma some months ago.

Former JLPS student wins local leg in junior category of 2017 FCCA Essay Competition

Ms. Alexzandra Weekes former student of the Joycelyn Liburd Primary School (JLPS), is the winner at the local level in the junior category of the 2017 Florida Caribbean Cruise Association Foundation (FCCA) Essay Competition.

CBIS wins Ministry of Tourism’s annual calendar contest

The Cecele Browne Integrated School (CBIS) is the winner of the Ministry of Tourism’s 2018 Calendar Competition.

S. L. Horsford and Company Limited (Nevis Center) donates to Vance W. Amory International Airport

Corporate citizen S. L. Horsford and Company Limited through its Nevis Center, donated two Samsung 43 inch television sets to the Vance W. Amory International Airport recently, following a request from the Ministry of Tourism in the Nevis Island Administration (NIA).

Crystal Esprit to make inaugural call to Nevis Saturday; 1st weekly visit for next two years

For the first time in the history of the Cruise Industry on Nevis, a cruise line has committed to making weekly calls to the island for the next two years. Crystal Esprit, will make its inaugural call to the Charlestown Port on November 18, 2017.

16th annual Nevis Triathlon kicks off this weekend

The 16th annual Nevis Triathlon kicks off in Charlestown from 7 a.m. on November 11, 2017, with over 35 registered participants and Race Director Greg Phillip is urging locals and visitors to witness the event.

2017/18 cruise season on Nevis expected to be record-breaking, NTA official says

The 2017-2018 cruise season on Nevis promises to be the largest in the history of the island’s Cruise Industry, with a record number of cruise calls and increased passenger capacity scheduled ahead of the season on November 8th.

Nevis tourism officials excited over upcoming Cruise season

Tourism officials on Nevis say they are excited over the prospects of what the 2017-2018 Cruise season holds for Nevisians.

Nevis Ministry of Tourism donates new gas stove to Prison Farm officers

NIA CHARLESTOWN NEVIS (JULY 28, 2017) — The Ministry of Tourism in the Nevis Island Administration (NIA)’s gift of a new 30inch Frigidaire gas stove, to officers of the Prison Farm on Nevis, will help to better their living conditions. It will also assist them in carrying out their duties more comfortably.   Principal Officer […]

Nevis Min. of Tourism names Nisbet Plantation Beach Club as Hotel of the Year for 2017

NIA CHARLESTOWN NEVIS (MAY 29, 2017) — The Nisbet Plantation Beach Club is the Ministry of Tourism’s Hotel of the Year for 2017. The award was presented to the hotel, for the second consecutive year, at the Ministry of Tourism Awards Gala and Dance at the Four Seasons Resort on May 27, 2017.   This […]

Nevis Tourism Industry veterans urge youths to get involved

NIA CHARLESTOWN NEVIS (MAY 08, 2017) — Two Nevisian veterans in the Tourism industry on Nevis, are encouraging the island’s youth to get involved the industry.   Patterson Flemming, Maître D’ and Velma Jones, Head of Housekeeping at the Nisbet Plantation Beach Club who have served the award-winning establishment for over 50 years collectively, both […]

NIA Tourism official pleased with Hospitality Immersion’s success

NIA CHARLESTOWN NEVIS (May 05, 2017) — Acting Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Tourism in the Nevis Island Administration (NIA) John Hanley, expressed satisfaction with the with Hospitality Immersion, a two-day tourism awareness exercise for students, hosted by the ministry in collaboration with the Four Seasons Resort and the Nisbet Plantation Beach Club.    […]

Min. of Tourism to launch 2018 school calendar contest

NIA CHARLESTOWN NEVIS (APRIL 21, 2017) — Ministry of Tourism’s second Annual School’s Calendar Competition will be launched on April 24, 2017, as part of Exposition Nevis, a month of activities designed to bring awareness about the tourism product on Nevis.   Shelagh James, Communications Officer in the ministry who is charged with the competition […]

Nevis Tourism Minister launches Exposition Nevis 2017

NIA CHARLESTOWN NEVIS (APRIL 07, 2017) — The following is a speech delivered by Hon. Mark Brantley, Deputy Premier of Nevis and Minister of Tourism in the Nevis Island Administration on April 06, 2017, to herald in the official start of  Exposition Nevis 2017.   The Ministry of Tourism in the Nevis Island Administration (NIA) […]

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