Bryan, Boschulte Report Strong Start at Seatrade 2025 in Miami as USVI Pursues Cruise Growth and Berthing Agreements

“I'm pleased to report that Seatrade 2025 is off to a very resounding and successful start for the United States Virgin Islands,” said Tourism Commissioner Joseph Boschulte, speaking at a joint press conference with Governor Albert Bryan Jr. on location at the leading annual cruise industry event in Miami, Florida. “This week has already been productive,” said the governor, noting that officials from the Legislature and several government and independent agencies were also at the conference. Meetings with senior leadership at various cruise lines have already begun, “to discuss how the territory is performing and with regards to expectations when the lines bring their visitors to the territory,” Mr. Boschulte explained. Along with the contingent from the territory, “the competition is real and is here, and they are defending their turf,” Governor Bryan declared, underscoring the need for smart negotiations. However, he noted that cooperation among destinations is just as important as...