Emerald Cruises has officially concluded a successful cruise season on Saba, marking the first visits of their stunning boutique vessel, Emerald Sakara, to the island. Throughout the season, Emerald Sakara made four calls to Saba, introducing guests to the island’s natural beauty and unique charm. Spanning 361 feet and accommodating …

The core message of the campaign is: Together Against Human Trafficking: Our Islands, Our Responsibility. See it. Report it. In 2025, Bo­naire, St. Eustatius and Saba (BES islands) are in­tensifying efforts to com­bat human-trafficking and -smuggling. A campaign began earlier this year with networking events on Saba and St. Eustatius …

The Council of Ministers has approved a proposal to amend aviation legislation in the Caribbean Netherlands, allowing the operation of unmanned aerial vehicles (drones). The changes to the BES Air Traffic Decree, Flight Operations Decree, Aircraft Decree 200B, and Aviation Licensing Decree establish a “robust regulatory framework“ for safe drone flights on Bonaire, St. Eustatius, and Saba, …

Last week, Ingrid Holaman, a representative of Beyond Kultura Events Founda­tion (BKEF), distributed two new book titles to schools in St. Maarten, Saba and St. Eustatius. The first book was the English version of “Van Slavernij naar Vrijheid”, or “From Slavery to Free­dom” in English, which was published by BKEF …

The temporary pause in orthodontic care is not related to the quality of care provided, but rather to regulatory requirements that apply to all healthcare professionals who practice on the BES islands. The State Secretary for Youth, Prevention and Sport, Vincent Karremans, promised to investigate the procedure of the BES exemption …

Saba made a strong impression at the St. Maarten / St. Martin Annual Regional Tradeshow (SMART 2025), held from March 31st to April 4th, 2025, reinforcing its position in the Caribbean tourism market and fostering valuable connections with global travel trade professionals. The event gathered tour operators, travel agents, writers, and event planners from …

Last week, fire chiefs from Curaçao, Aruba, Sint Maarten, and the Caribbean Netherlands (Bonaire, St. Eustatius, and Saba) convened for a two-day meeting, joined by representatives from the Netherlands Fire Department and the National Fire Academy. The discussions focused on reinforcing collaboration and establishing new agreements for the future. This …

The Public Entity Saba informs the community that cat traps will be placed in the St. John’s area on the following dates: April 9 & 10 April 15 & 16 Feral cats pose a significant threat to Saba’s native wildlife, including endangered species such as the red-billed tropic bird, anoles, …

In honor of World Forest Day, the Sea & Learn Foundation, in collaboration with Public Entity Saba, organized an essay contest for students at Saba Comprehensive School. The competition encouraged young minds to reflect on the importance of reforestation in safeguarding the island’s natural beauty and ecological health. Participants delved …

The full findings of Professor Wouter Veenendaal’s opinion survey on Kingdom Relations were published today, highlighting limited familiarity with the topic among European Dutch respondents. Key insights include: Familiarity Breeds Positivity – Respondents knowledgeable about Kingdom Relations tend to view ties with the Caribbean islands more favorably than those less familiar …