41. US Virgin Islands Travel Information | Lonely Planet Destination Guide Lonely Planet s online guide to us virgin islands. Head of government GovernorCharles Turnbull GDP us$1.9 billion GDP per capita us$16000 http://www.lonelyplanet.com/destinations/caribbean/us_virgin_islands/printable.h

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@import url("/irs/cda/common/commonStyleSheet/0,,,00.css"); Home Accessibility Tax Stats About IRS ... Help Search for... within: IRS Site Advanced Search Tips for successful searching Home Businesses ... Where To File International Taxpayer - The U.S. Virgin Islands An important factor in U.S. Virgin Islands taxation is whether, on the last day of the tax year, you are a bona fide resident of the U.S. Virgin Islands. If you are a temporary worker on the last day of the tax year, you may or may not be a bona fide resident of the U.S. Virgin Islands. You should contact the U.S. Virgin Islands Bureau of Internal Revenue for more information. Resident of the U.S. Virgin Islands If you are a bona fide resident of the U.S. Virgin Islands during the entire tax year, you must file your tax return on Form 1040 with the Government of the U.S. Virgin Islands and pay the entire tax due to the U.S. Virgin Islands. You do not have to file with the IRS for any tax year in which you are a bona fide resident of the U.S. Virgin Islands during the entire tax year, provided you report and pay tax on your income from all sources to the U.S. Virgin Islands and identify the source(s) of the income on the return. If you have non-U.S. Virgin Islands source income, you must also file U.S. Virgin Islands Form 1040 INFO, Non-U.S. Virgin Islands Source Income of U.S. Virgin Islands Residents, with the U.S. Virgin Islands Bureau of Internal Revenue. You can get Form 1040 INFO by contacting: U.S. Virgin Islands Bureau of Internal Revenue

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Public Information Departments Related Websites Economic Development ... Contact Honorable Vargrave A. Richards Lieutenant Governor of the United States Virgin Islands Government House, St. Croix On behalf of the people of the United States Virgin Islands, I would like to welcome you to the website for the Office of the Lieutenant Governor. Information about these divisions, to include their directors and frequently asked questions, can be found by simply clicking the division link or selecting from the division menu. After browsing our site, if you still have unanswered questions, please feel free to contact my office or any member of my staff. You can use the e-mail link provided or contact us by the telephone number provided. Thank you for visiting us and please tell a friend. Vargrave A. Richards Lieutenant Governor Departments Select Department Medicare Passport Recorder of Deeds Other Government Sites Select Website Government of the Virgin Islands Legislature of the Virgin Islands Office of Information Technology VI Department of Tourism Related Websites Select Website Economic Development Commission VI Department of Labor National Council of Lt Governors Government of the Virgin Islands Medicare Information NAIC Important Information Public Information Departments Related Websites Employment ... Contact

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48. British Virgin Islands COUNTRY DESCRIPTION The British virgin islands (BVI) are a British overseas ENTRY/EXIT REQUIREMENTS On December 31, 2005, the us government will begin http://travel.state.gov/travel/cis_pa_tw/cis/cis_1079.html

U.S. Department of State Enter Keywords in field and click Go International Travel Home Passports Home Visas Home News and Updates ... About The Bureau of Consular Affairs External URLs International Travel Home Traveling to the Caribbean, Bermuda, Panama, Mexico, or Canada? International Travel Information Travel Warnings ... International Travel Information print email U.S. Department of State Bureau of Consular Affairs Washington, DC 20520 Consular Information Sheet Please click on this link to read important information you should see before you travel abroad This information is current as of today, British Virgin Islands Americans planning travel to British Virgin Islands should read New Requirements for Travelers Between the United States and the Western Hemisphere available on the Department of State web site at http://travel.state.gov April 26, 2005 COUNTRY DESCRIPTION: The British Virgin Islands (BVI) are a British overseas territory, part of the British West Indies, lying about 60 miles east of Puerto Rico. There are about 50 islands in the BVI, many of them uninhabited. Tortola is the main island; other islands include Virgin Gorda, Jost Van Dyke, and Anegada. Tourist facilities are widely available. ENTRY/EXIT REQUIREMENTS: For tourist stays of up to six months, U.S. citizens need a valid U.S. passport or other proof of U.S. citizenship (original or certified birth certificate, Certificate of Naturalization or Certificate of Citizenship as well as photo identification), onward or return tickets, and sufficient funds for their stay. Upon initial entry, no more than 60 days will be granted. At the end of 60 days, visitors must report to the Immigration Department's main office in Road Town for an extension. Extensions of up to 90 days are issued at the discretion of the Immigration Officer subsequent to an interview. For further information on travel to the British Virgin Islands, travelers should contact the BVI Department of Immigration at 1-284-494-3471. Visit the Embassy of the British Government web site at

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51. Mitigating The Impact Of Natural Hazards In The US Virgin Islands, December 1995 The government of the us virgin islands will prepare a Comprehensive Land usePlan that will guide the future development of the Territory. http://www.irf.org/irhazmit.htm

Home Who We Are What We Do Where We Work, and How You Can Help ... Resumes Mitigating the Impacts of Natural Hazards in the U.S. Virgin Islands Section I: Natural Hazards in the U.S. Virgin Islands 1.1 Identification of Natural Hazards 1.2 Likelihood of Natural Hazards in the U.S. Virgin Islands 1.3 Vulnerability Assessment ... Appendix A: References not Appendix B The United States Virgin Islands: Remote Sensing Damage Levels, October 9, 1995 Appendix C The United States Virgin Islands Implementation Annex Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan Update, December 21, 1992 Appendix D Capability Assessment by Agency and Major Mitigation Activity Appendix E: The Virgin Islands Section 6217 Coastal Nonpoint Source Pollution Control Program Appendix F: The Virgin Islands Wellhead Protection Program Appendix G: The Virgin Islands Coastal Zone Management Act, Title 12, Virgin Islands Code, Section 901 and following Appendix H: Areas of Particular Concern Appendix I: Protection of Indigenous Endangered and Threatened Fish, Wildlife and Plants, Title 12, Virgin Islands Code, Chapter 2 Appendix J: Development Permit Applications of Coastal Zone Management Act Appendix K: Environmental Protection Program, Rules and Regulations, Virgin Islands Rules and Regulations, Section 531 and following

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showHide_TellMeAbout2('false'); Business Entertainment Games Health ... More... On this page: Dictionary Map Dialing Code Stats Parks WordNet Wikipedia Translations Mentioned In Or search: - The Web - Images - News - Blogs - Shopping Virgin Islands Dictionary Virgin Islands Abbr. VI or V.I. ) (Officially Virgin Islands of the United States. ) A United States territory constituting the southwest group of the Virgin Islands. The islands were purchased from the Danish in 1917 because of their strategic location at the approach to the Panama Canal. Charlotte Amalie, on St. Thomas Island, is the capital. Population: 108,000 . var tcdacmd="cc=edu;dt"; Map Virgin Islands Dialing Code U.S. Virgin Islands The international dialing code for U.S. Virgin Islands is: Stats Virgin Islands Introduction Background: During the 17th century, the archipelago was divided into two territorial units, one English and the other Danish. Sugarcane, produced by slave labor, drove the islands' economy during the 18th and early 19th centuries. In 1917, the US purchased the Danish portion, which had been in economic decline since the abolition of slavery in 1848. Geography Location: Caribbean, islands between the Caribbean Sea and the North Atlantic Ocean, east of Puerto Rico

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AllRefer Channels :: Health Yellow Pages Reference Weather September 26, 2005 Medicine People Places History ... Maps Web AllRefer.com You are here : AllRefer.com Reference World Countries ... Virgin Islands - Government Virgin Islands: Government Government Virgin Islands Country name: conventional long form: United States Virgin Islands conventional short form: Virgin Islands former: Danish West Indies Dependency status: organized, unincorporated territory of the US with policy relations between the Virgin Islands and the US under the jurisdiction of the Office of Insular Affairs, US Department of the Interior Government type: NA Capital: Charlotte Amalie Administrative divisions: none (territory of the US); there are no first-order administrative divisions as defined by the US Government, but there are three islands at the second order; Saint Croix, Saint John, Saint Thomas National holiday: Transfer Day (from Denmark to the US), 27 March (1917) Constitution: Revised Organic Act of 22 July 1954 Legal system: based on US laws Suffrage: 18 years of age; universal; note - indigenous inhabitants are US citizens but do not vote in US presidential elections

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AllRefer Channels :: Health Yellow Pages Reference Weather September 26, 2005 Medicine People Places History ... Maps Web AllRefer.com You are here : AllRefer.com Reference World Countries ... British Virgin Islands - Government British Virgin Islands: Government Government British Virgin Islands Country name: conventional long form: none conventional short form: British Virgin Islands abbreviation: BVI Dependency status: overseas territory of the UK; internal self-governing Government type: NA Capital: Road Town Administrative divisions: none (overseas territory of the UK) Independence: none (overseas territory of the UK) National holiday: Territory Day, 1 July Constitution: 1 June 1977 Legal system: English law Suffrage: 18 years of age; universal Executive branch: chief of state: Queen ELIZABETH II (since 6 February 1952), represented by Governor Tom MACAN (since 14 October 2002) elections: none; the monarch is hereditary; governor appointed by the monarch; following legislative elections, the leader of the majority party or the leader of the majority coalition is usually appointed chief minister by the governor head of government: Chief Minister Orlando SMITH (since 17 June 2003) cabinet: Executive Council appointed by the governor from members of the Legislative Council Legislative branch: unicameral Legislative Council (13 seats; members are elected by direct popular vote, one member from each of 9 electoral districts, four at-large members; members serve four-year terms)

57. St Thomas Resorts And Hotels: The Anchorage Beach Resort, St. Thomas, US Virgin The Anchorage Beach Resort, St. Thomas, us virgin islands is a club like luxuryresort with tennis 8% virgin islands government Hotel Room Tax and 10% http://www.antillesresorts.com/2anchorage.htm

The Anchorage Beach Resort, St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands:tennis and beach; and honeymoon packages The Anchorage Beach Resort St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands presented by Antilles Resorts "The Kids Will Love It Too!" Fodor's Family Choice Awards 2005 The Anchorage Beach Resort St. Thomas US Virgin Islands Anchorage Resort was a very nice place to stay! We were treated very nice and they upgraded us to a three bedroom, three bath condo at no additional charge... One of the nicest things was its location. There was no hustle and bustle but if that's what you want, it's minutes away. Rick P. (wheretostay.com) This luxury beachfront hotel is a family favorite! The Anchorage Resort is set in beautifully landscaped grounds on the beach of Cowpet Bay, home of St. Thomas Yacht Club. These two and three bedroom units are fully equipped, beautifully furnished and feature spacious balconies. The hotel suites have plenty of room for an extra guest, family, or groups. There's a full kitchen for when you wish to dine-in. The Anchorage Resort is just two miles from the town of Red Hook and ferries to St. John and the British Virgin Islands. The resort is just eight miles from Charlotte Amalie and its duty free shopping and ten miles from the airport.

58. Virgin Islands Port Authority - Cruise Industry It is owned by the virgin islands government Public Finance Authority and managedby the West The West Indian Company Dock St. Thomas, us virgin islands http://www.viport.com/marine-cruiseindustry.html

Virgin Islands Port Authority Cruise Ship Industry in the U. S. Virgin Islands The West Indian Company Dock, located in Havensight, is the main cruise ship port in St. Thomas. It is owned by the Virgin Islands Government Public Finance Authority and managed by the West Indian Company Limited (WICO). The length of the dock is 2,740 feet with depths ranging from 30 to 34 feet. It can berth up to four ships simultaneously. Vessels of the following cruise lines frequent the ports of the U.S. Virgin Islands: Carnival Cruise Line, Ltd. Disney Cruise Line Norwegian Cruise Line Premiere Cruises Sun Cruises Holland America Line Princess Cruises Seabourn Cruise Line Royal Caribbean International Celebrity Cruises, Inc. Topaz International Shipping The West Indian Company Dock St. Thomas, U. S. Virgin Islands For more information about WICO, contact: West Indian Company, Ltd. Phone: (340) 774-1780 Fax: (340) 774-9909 For more information about VIPA marine/cruise industry, contact:

59. Virgin Islands Government 2002 - Flags, Maps, Economy, Geography, Climate, Natur note the virgin islands elects one nonvoting representative to the us No claims are made regarding the accuracy of virgin islands government 2002 http://www.greekorthodoxchurch.org/wfb2002/virgin_islands/virgin_islands_governm

2002 INDEX Country Ranks DEFINITIONS Introduction ... People Government Flags Economy Communications Transportation ... [TOP] Virgin Islands Government - 2002 http://www.greekorthodoxchurch.org/wfb2002/virgin_islands/virgin_islands_government.html SOURCE: 2002 CIA WORLD FACTBOOK Country name conventional long form: United States Virgin Islands conventional short form: Virgin Islands former: Danish West Indies Dependency status organized, unincorporated territory of the US with policy relations between the Virgin Islands and the US under the jurisdiction of the Office of Insular Affairs, US Department of the Interior Government type NA Capital Charlotte Amalie Administrative divisions none (territory of the US); there are no first-order administrative divisions as defined by the US Government, but there are three islands at the second order; Saint Croix, Saint John, Saint Thomas National holiday Transfer Day (from Denmark to the US), 27 March (1917) Constitution Revised Organic Act of 22 July 1954 Legal system based on US laws Suffrage 18 years of age; universal; note - indigenous inhabitants are US citizens but do not vote in US presidential elections

60. U.S. Virgin Islands History & U.S. Virgin Islands Culture | IExplore government Although us virgin islands residents are us citizens, they cannot votein presidential elections – one elected delegate represents the islands in http://www.iexplore.com/dmap/U.S. Virgin Islands/History

FORBES' #1 ADVENTURE TRAVEL SITE 5 YEARS IN A ROW TIME MAGAZINE TOP 50 Keyword Search: Home Trip Finder Travel Guides Community ... My iExplore advertisement Home Travel Guides Caribbean U.S. Virgin Islands History E-mail this page U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Guide View Trips to U.S. Virgin Islands Caribbean Overview Browse U.S. Virgin Islands Photos U.S. Virgin Islands Questions and Answers ... Shopping U.S. Virgin Islands History Sponsored Listings Add your listing adsonar_pid=3019;adsonar_ps=370666;adsonar_zw=540;adsonar_zh=220;adsonar_jv='ads.adsonar.com'; The islands were first inhabited by Carib and Arawak Indians but, in common with the rest of the Caribbean, they endured various waves of European invasion and settlement from the 1490s onwards, finally becoming part of the Danish West Indies. The US government purchased the Islands in 1917 and they are now an unincorporated territory of the USA. A measure of self-government was introduced in 1954, along with the introduction of an elected senate. Government Economy When Denmark sold the islands to the US government in 1917, they insisted that the existing privileges of the inhabitants be respected. A result of this is that the Virgin Islands are not part of the Federal Customs Area, a state of affairs that affords various advantages. This, in turn, has allowed the islands to support a high standard of living that they are naturally reluctant to relinquish.

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