Contour Airlines to Launch Twice-Weekly Nonstop St. Thomas-St. Maarten Service Oct. 5

ST. THOMAS — Contour Airlines will begin operating twice-weekly nonstop flights between St. Thomas and St. Maarten on October 5, adding a new regional travel option for residents, visitors and businesses moving between the two Caribbean destinations. The service will connect Cyril E. King Airport on St. Thomas with Princess Juliana International Airport in St. Maarten every Monday and Friday, according to the V.I. Department of Tourism. Flights will be operated aboard Contour’s 30-seat regional jet aircraft and will include complimentary snacks, inflight service and enhanced passenger comfort. Tourism officials said the route is intended to improve regional access, encourage overnight stays and multi-island travel, and create additional opportunities for business, leisure and cultural exchange. On Mondays, the flight from St. Thomas will depart at 11:35 a.m. and arrive in St. Maarten at 12:30 p.m. The return flight will leave St. Maarten at 1:15 p.m. and arrive in St. Thomas at 2:1...