Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina Returns to Independent Luxury Resort Status

Posted by Sara Tirrell, July 18, 2023

SCRUB ISLAND, British Virgin Islands (July 18, 2023) – Effective Aug. 1, Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina will once again operate as an independent luxury resort, ending its 11-year affiliation with Marriott International’s Autograph Collection. Just two years after opening as an independent resort in 2010, Scrub Island’s unique offerings, strength of personality and ideal setting made it a perfect choice to become the first hotel in the Caribbean Read More »

New Private-Island Marina Cay Bar & Grill Set to Open

Posted by Briana McClain, June 29, 2023

Photos Available Here MARINA CAY, British Virgin Islands (June 29, 2023) – On Friday, June 30, Marina Cay, an 8-acre private island just offshore from Beef Island, Tortola, will once again spring to life in its newest iteration, to the delight of local residents, charter boat crews and island-hopping visitors. The new Marina Cay Bar & Grill will be open Wednesday-Sunday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., serving lunch and Read More »

Scrub Island Resort in British Virgin Islands Introduces Director of Business Development

Posted by Briana McClain, June 2, 2023

Photo Available Here SCRUB ISLAND, British Virgin Islands (June 1, 2023) – Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina has appointed Sandra Grisham-Clothier as Director of Business Development of the luxury, private-island getaway in the British Virgin Islands. Grisham-Clothier will oversee operations and activations, which involve all facilities at the property, including the soon-to-open Marina Cay. “Sandra is a great addition and we’re thrilled to have her join the Scrub Island Read More »

Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina Announces Winners of 2023 Scrub Island Invitational

Posted by Sara Tirrell, April 19, 2023

BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS (April 19, 2023) – Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina is pleased to announce the winners of the recent Scrub Island Invitational, which took place during the 50th Annual BVI Spring Regatta & Sailing Festival (March 27-April 2). This year’s winners are Pata Negra (CSA Division), Coco de Mer (Performance Multihull), Jenk (Cruising/Performance Cruising), Team Merlin “Sea’s the Daze” (Bareboat), and La Novia (Cruising Multihull). Considered one Read More »

Scrub Island Resort in British Virgin Islands Introduces New Members to Finance Team

Posted by Juliana Jiménez, February 21, 2023

SCRUB ISLAND, British Virgin Islands (Feb. 21, 2023) – Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina has appointed Carol Baker-Robinson as Director of Finance and Hailee Concepción as Senior Assistant Director of Finance & Accounting of the luxury, private-island getaway. Baker-Robinson will oversee strategic planning, ROI analysis, budgeting, profit maximization and more, while Concepción will handle day-to-day operations of the accounting department, such as monthly forecasts, financial reports, and profit and Read More »

Scrub Island Resort in British Virgin Islands Introduces New Members to Finance Team

Posted by Juliana Jiménez, February 15, 2023

SCRUB ISLAND, British Virgin Islands (Feb. 15, 2023) – Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina has appointed Carol Baker-Robinson as Director of Finance and Hailee Concepción as Senior Assistant Director of Finance & Accounting of the luxury, private-island getaway. Baker-Robinson will oversee strategic planning, ROI analysis, budgeting, profit maximization and more, while Concepción will handle day-to-day operations of the accounting department, such as monthly forecasts, financial reports, and profit and Read More »

New Executive Chef Joins Scrub Island Resort in British Virgin Islands

Posted by Juliana Jiménez, February 3, 2023

Chef Greg Best Directing Culinary Operations at Private Island Resort • Link to headshot SCRUB ISLAND, British Virgin Islands (Feb. 3, 2023) – Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina has appointed Chef Greg Best as Executive Chef of the luxury, private-island getaway. Chef Best will oversee operations and menu development at the resort’s various food and beverage outlets and will direct events taking place in the 17,000 square feet of Read More »

New Petrol Station Now Open at Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina

Posted by Juliana Jiménez, February 2, 2023

Images availlable here.  Fuel available to resort and transient guests at 55-slip marina   WHO: Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina   WHAT: Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina has announced the official opening of its new petrol station with 1,000 meters of hoses delivering a capacity of 10,000 gallons of marine-grade gasoline and diesel fuel to both leased and transient dockers. With 55 slips – five of which accommodate Read More »

Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina Announces Winners of 2022 Scrub Island Invitational Billfish Series

Posted by Juliana Jiménez, September 2022

Photo available here (L to R: BVI Prime Minister Natalio Wheatley and Mon Chari crew) BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS (Sept. 20, 2022) – Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina, a AAA Four Diamond resort in the British Virgin Islands, recently concluded the 2022 Scrub Island Invitational fishing series (Aug. 27-Sept. 4) produced by Bonnier Events. Comprised of two separate three-day tournaments, the event featured 15 teams competing for the coveted series Read More »

Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina Welcomes All-Inclusive “Dream Caribbean Blue” Yacht Charter Company

Posted by Juliana Jiménez, September 2022

Image available here SCRUB ISLAND, British Virgin Islands (Sept. 8, 2022) – Effective Sunday, Jan. 1, 2023, Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina will become the official BVI operating base for Dream Caribbean Blue. Sailing with a fleet of 14 yachts, the all-inclusive Dream Caribbean Blue charter company will offer year-round, luxury crewed experiences from Scrub Island’s 55-slip marina. The private island resort is ideally located less than two miles Read More »

Ixora Spa at Scrub Island Resort Extends Exclusive B.V.I. Resident Specials through Fall

Posted by Juliana Jiménez, July 2022

WHO: Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina, home of the award-winning Ixora Spa   WHAT: Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina has extended discounted rates for select spa treatments, exclusive to B.V.I. residents only, through Oct. 31, 2022.  The specially curated spa menu offers exclusive pricing for locals on select massages, facials, manicures, pedicures, waxing and packages.  Items not included on the special rate spa menu are available at 30% Read More »

Scrub Island Resort to Add New Petrol Station to Marina for Island-hoppers

Posted by Juliana Jiménez, May 2022

Private island resort’s 55-slip marina ideal for Caribbean boaters, mega yachts SCRUB ISLAND, British Virgin Islands (May 25, 2022) – Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina has announced plans for the addition of a new petrol station at its 55-slip marina. Opening in fall 2022, the new station will offer a capacity of 10,000 gallons of diesel fuel to both leased and transient dockers, making the Scrub Island marina an Read More »

Ixora Spa at Scrub Island Resort Extends Exclusive B.V.I. Resident Specials

Posted by Juliana Jiménez, April 2022

WHO: Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina, home of the award-winning Ixora Spa   WHAT: Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina has announced discounted rates for select spa treatments, exclusive to B.V.I. residents only.  The specially curated spa menu offers exclusive pricing for locals on select massages, facials, manicures, pedicures, waxing and packages.  Items not included on the special rate spa menu are available at 30% off regular pricing, which Read More »

Scrub Island Resort Named One of “Best Hotels for 2022” by U.S. News & World Report

Posted by Juliana Jiménez, February 2022

SCRUB ISLAND, BVI (Feb. 9, 2022) – Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina in the British Virgin Islands has been named to the list of Best Hotels for 2022 by U.S. News & World Report, the recognized global authority in rankings and consumer advice. The property was recognized as one of the top two resorts in the British Virgin Islands. More than 35,000 luxury hotels across the USA, Europe, Canada, Bermuda, Mexico, and Read More »

New Spring Offer Invites Travelers to “Experience Your Way” at Luxury Scrub Island Resort in British Virgin Islands

Posted by Juliana Jiménez, February 2022

SCRUB ISLAND, British Virgin Islands (Feb. 2, 2022) – Situated on its own private island in the British Virgin Islands, the AAA Four-Diamond Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina has announced a new Experience Your Way* spring promotion that includes a 20% savings on stays of five nights or more, as well as a daily $100 resort credit. This special spring offer is good for stays in ocean view rooms Read More »

New Culinary Leadership at Scrub Island Resort in British Virgin Islands

Posted by Juliana Jiménez, December 2021

Casual Fare to Fine Dining Enjoyed at Private-Island Resort Link to hi-res images HERE.  SCRUB ISLAND, British Virgin Islands (Dec. 16, 2021) – Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina is pleased to announce Chef Karim Maycock as the new Executive Chef of the luxury, private-island getaway. Chef Maycock will oversee operations and menu development at all food and beverage outlets and will direct events taking place in the 17,000 square Read More »

“Scrub Island Invitational” Announced for September 2021

Posted by Juliana Jiménez, August 2021

Highly Anticipated Fishing Tournament Returns to British Virgin Islands BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS (Aug. 23, 2021) – Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina, a AAA Four Diamond resort in the British Virgin Islands, has announced the return of highly anticipated Scrub Island Invitational fishing series produced by Bonnier Events, taking place Sept. 16-24. Comprised of two separate three-day tournaments, the event is expected to attract an impressive line-up of boats, all Read More »

Scrub Island Resort Offers a Luxury Escape with Zero Quarantine British Virgin Islands Opens Fully to Vaccinated Travelers June 15

Posted by Juliana Jiménez, June 2021

WHO:        Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina is elated to share the news of zero quarantine and to welcome its guests and followers who have been longing to return to the BVI. WHAT:      The government of the British Virgin Islands has announced sweeping changes regarding protocols for vaccinated travelers beginning June 15. Highlights include: Results from Rapid Tests are now accepted upon entry Travelers will no longer be subject Read More »

Four Mainsail Properties Celebrated as “Best in Travel” in Tripadvisor’s 2021 Travelers’ Choice Awards

Posted by Juliana Jiménez, May 2021

TAMPA, Fla. (May 19, 2021) – Mainsail Lodging & Development is proud to announce that four of its properties have been recognized in the Travelers' Choice Awards by Tripadvisor. Mainsail’s 2021 award-winning properties include Epicurean Hotel, Mainsail Beach Inn, Fenway Hotel and Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina. This annual award program recognizes businesses that consistently deliver superlative experiences to travelers around the globe, having earned great traveler reviews on Read More »

Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina Shares NEW Relaxed Protocols for Vaccinated Travelers

Posted by Juliana Jiménez, May 2021

WHO: British Virgins Island Government and Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina WHAT: Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina is pleased to share the recent announcement regarding the new, relaxed protocols for vaccinated travelers to the British Virgin Islands. Effective May 15, vaccinated travelers will no longer be required to submit to a COVID-19 PCR test on Day 4 of their visit.  An arrival PCR test will still be administered upon Read More »

Ixora Spa at Scrub Island Resort Offering Exclusive B.V.I. Resident Specials

Posted by Juliana Jiménez, January 2021

WHO: Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina, home of the award-winning Ixora Spa   WHAT: Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina has announced discounted rates for select spa treatments, exclusive to B.V.I. residents only.  The specially curated spa menu offers exclusive pricing for locals on select massages, facials, manicures, pedicures, waxing and packages.  Items not included on the special rate spa menu are available at 40% off regular pricing, which includes everything Read More »

Luxury Scrub Island Resort in British Virgin Islands Invites Guests to Stay 7 Nights and Pay for Only 5

Posted by Juliana Jiménez, January 2021

SCRUB ISLAND, British Virgin Islands (Jan. 11, 2021) – Situated on its own private island in the British Virgin Islands, the AAA Four-Diamond Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina has announced a special offer to stay longer and pay less with the new Stay 7, Pay for 5* promotion. For stays through Aug. 31, guests can enjoy this luxury island resort with nightly rates starting at just $349.  Guests may Read More »