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Travel to the Caribbean Islands – Where Can You Go Now? What Tests Are Required?

23 Sep, 2021

Are you trying to keep up with the latest news about where you can travel in the Caribbean, and under what terms? At WIMCO, we are updating news about each island’s COVID-19 testing requirements, to...

Traveling to St Barts – Is St Barts Open Now?

23 Sep, 2021

St Barts is open for tourism. What’s required to enter St Barts? September 23, 2021 Update : Covid protection measures on-island: Starting Sept 13, proof of vaccination or proof of a recent negative covid test...

Travel Tips – Scheduling Your COVID Test

20 Aug, 2021

As we continue to travel to beloved destinations across the Caribbean, it may seem overwhelming to figure out just how to navigate scheduling your COVID test. Most islands require proof of a negative COVID test...

Can You Travel To Italy, France and Greece this summer? Covid19 testing requirements for travel to Europe.

20 Aug, 2021

Thinking about rescheduling that long delayed summer trip to Europe? Looking for accurate, and updated information on coronavirus testing requirements for Italy, France , and Greece? WIMCO is collecting official government testing requirements and publishing...

St. Barth Gourmet Festival, November 10-14, 2021

13 Aug, 2021

Once again St. Barts will stage a multi-day food and wine event that reminds us all why it is the culinary capital of the Caribbean. The patron chef for the 2021 edition of...

Do I Need to be Vaccinated to Travel? And Other Questions You May Have About the Coronavirus Vaccine

10 Aug, 2021

As millions of people get vaccinated for COVID-19, the world inches closer and closer to herd immunity. Many of you who limited your travel to road trips in the past 18 months, are now itching...

St Barths Bucket Regatta – History, Description and Recent Results

1 Aug, 2021

St Barths Bucket Regatta overview Since 1995 the island of St Barts (a.k.a. St Barths) has hosted the exclusive St Barths Bucket sailing regatta. The regatta is typically staged in mid-March, over the course of...

St Barts Villa Vacation Reviews and Client Testimonials

12 Jul, 2021

What was it like to vacation in St Barts during a time when the world was battling the coronavirus? Our clients might say that it was better than being almost anywhere else! Travel during the...

Caribbean Rum Awards in St. Barts November 2-7, 2021

2 Jul, 2021

The Caribbean Rum Awards are now in its fourth year. This culinary arts event has become the region’s most exclusive celebration of artisanal rums from the Americas. The event has found a friendly home in...

2015 St Barths Bucket Regatta: Dates and Accommodations

1 Jul, 2021

The St Barth Bucket Regatta is held each year in March. For the owners of classic sailing vessels more than 100 feet long, it is the signature event of the regatta season. For more details...

Top 10 New Villas in the Caribbean

1 Jul, 2021

Each year WIMCO reviews newly constructed private villas around the Caribbean in search of vacation homes that offer a unique and comfortable setting for an extraordinary vacation. This year’s list of new additions to its...

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