Grandeur of the Seas docked in Frederiksted. Photo Credit: V.I. CONSORTIUM
The V.I. Port Authority has issued an update regarding changes in vessel operations across the U.S. Virgin Islands due to inclement weather conditions. The announcement detailed itinerary changes and cancellations at the territory’s seaports, with a focus on maintaining safety amidst heavy wave activity.
Seaports - St. Thomas/St. John
VIPA confirmed that there have been no cruise cancellations for St. Thomas/St. John. The cruise schedule for February 7 and 8 is as follows:
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Wednesday, February 7:
- WICO – Disney Fantasy
- WICO – Niew Amsterdam
- WICO – Norwegian Encore
- Crown Bay – Wonder of the Seas
- Crown Bay – Evrima Yacht (an additional call due to an itinerary change)
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Thursday, February 8:
- WICO – Zaandam
- St. John – Evrima Yacht
Additionally, the regular passenger and car ferry operations between St. John and St. Thomas will continue as scheduled, with no service cancellations reported. All cargo vessels are also expected to arrive as planned.
Seaports - St. Croix
In St. Croix, the Adventure of the Seas cruise ship has canceled its call for Wednesday, February 7. Furthermore, all cargo vessel operations at the Wilfred “Bomba” Allick Port and Transshipment Center (the Containerport) have been suspended for the day.
Airports
Despite the weather conditions affecting seaports, the Cyril E. King Airport (STT) in St. Thomas and the Henry E. Rohlsen Airport (STX) in St. Croix will remain operational. VIPA advises travelers to directly contact their airlines for any inquiries about flight schedules.
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