We are so grateful to our sponsors for 2020. This event couldn’t have happened without you!
‘The Rum that invented rum’ Mount Gay is the oldest existing brand of rum in the world. A strong supporter of all things island, Mount Gay has been involved with The Bequia Music Fest since the early days of 2006 and became title sponsor in 2009. The perfect partner for music in the Caribbean, Mount Gay is the product of 310 years of knowledge, experience and refinement - we try to follow their lead in providing the same for the music fans here in Bequia.
The primary mandate of the St. Vincent and the Grenadines Tourism Authority (SVGTA) is to promote, assist and facilitate the efficient development of tourism through, designing and implementing suitable marketing strategies for the effective promotion of the tourism industry, classifying, rating and registering tourism services and tourism establishments and carrying out market intelligence in order to inform the needs of the tourism industry. Additionally, the SVGTA collaborates with the Ministry of Tourism as well as public and private sector stakeholders as it seeks to facilitate adequate and suitable air and sea passenger transport services to, from and within St. Vincent and the Grenadines. The Authority also encourages and supports the establishment of amenities and facilities necessary for the proper enjoyment of St. Vincent and the Grenadines as a tourist destination. Since its inception in 2009, the SVGTA has been an unwavering supporter of the Bequia Music Fest, following in the footsteps of the Ministry of Tourism, which supported the Bequia Music Festival before the SVGTA was established. As SVG’s destination tourism management and marketing organization the SVGTA is once again pleased to sponsor the 2020 Bequia Music Fest. The Board of Directors, Management and Staff of the St. Vincent and the Grenadines Tourism Authority (SVGTA) warmly welcome all Bequia Music Fest visitors to “The Caribbean You’re Looking For” and wish the 2020 edition of the Festival every success!
Bijou and undeniably beautiful. Set in eighteen acres of mango, guava and coconut trees, Bequia Plantation Hotel achieves that rare combination of intimacy and spaciousness. An environmentally sensitive boutique island property, the hotel’s spacious palm fringed beachside lawn provides a gorgeous venue for our Music Fest.
‘Frangi’ (as its locally known) is a Bequia institution. Built for his family by a Bequia sea captain almost a century ago, the shingle-sided, two-storey building has gracefully presided ever since over the nautical comings and goings of Admiralty Harbour, in boat building and now in hospitality. We love to chill at the open-sided dining room, sip a ‘Frangi Fever’ at the beach bar, and admire the view from the sundeck upstairs where you can still enjoy one of the original family rooms. frangipanibequia.com
Sitting on the shore of Lower Bay, De Reef is a popular spot to meet and enjoy food and drink while listening to the gentle lapping of the surf. It is a very popular Sunday afternoon spot all the year round.
Hairoun lager brewed and sold since 1985 is the largest selling beer brand in St. Vincent & the Grenadines. As a matter of fact four out of every five beers sold in St. Vincent & the Grenadines is Hairoun!
Hairoun means "Land of the Blessed" and was the name given to St. Vincent by the Carib inhabitants, making the brand truly indigenous.
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Outhouse Graphics Inc. has been serving visitors and the Bequia community for over 20 years with their indispensable and much-loved publication “Bequia This Week”. With marketing and photography also in their portfolio, Outhouse Graphics has worked closely with the Bequia Tourism Association since its inception, and has made a significant contribution to the all major tourism events in Bequia over the years, including the Bequia Music Fest, the Bequia Easter Regatta and the annual Bequia New Year’s Fireworks extravaganza.
The Master Room produces songs for local, regional and international consumption. The early days of the studio concentrated on the production of local songs for the Carnival market locally and regionally. After the 3rd year CEO Mark Cyrus expanded to the UK and North America with a UK top 20 selling song. In recent years he has concentrated on the song writing and artist development area with product being made for international market consumption in the pop/R&B/Hip Hop, genre. Mark has seven songs currently released on Universal Records and other labels.
Every month the Compass brings you THE MOST NEWS YOU CAN USE — more feature articles on cruising destinations, more news about regattas and events, more news about the Caribbean environment and more news about marine-related businesses. Plus they have puzzles, poetry, fiction, history, book reviews, recipes and cartoons and the always-lively Readers’ Forum is a must-read.
We acknowledge the support of the Canada Council for the Arts.
Bequia Express offers return daily auto/passenger ferry services to Bequia Island from St. Vincent. It's an enjoyable one hour boat ride, and boats are scheduled several times every day. The fleet is family owned and operated and Bequia Express want to make sure you enjoy your experience. So, sit back and relax in one of their spacious travel areas either inside or out, with the wind behind you and the adventure of a fun filled day in front of you.
The Admiral Ferry offers a speedy and comfortable journey, regular crossings, delicious food from their kitchen and refreshments from the bar.
In 2009, the Grenadines Partnership Fund (GPF) was formed to support community initiatives that benefit the people of St. Vincent and the Grenadines. In partnership with community leaders and local non-profit organizations they identify viable initiatives and provide financial support to benefit the people of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines: