About

Bruce Flamon aka "Chicago", Owner

Bruce Flamon also known as "Chicago" won the Tommy Star Award for 2013 Taxi Driver of the Year! "

Chicago" was a Firefighter for 20 years with 2 years as a State Police Officer. He now serves in the Virgin Islands National Guard Military Police Unit. He has been doing business in St. Thomas for over 10 years.

In 2005 he received the "Service Above Self Award" from Rotary Club East, St. Thomas, USVI. "Chicago" is also President of 1855VISERVICES, an Online Business Directory with a free App located in the United States Virgin Islands. Chicago won the Tommy Star Award for 2013 Taxi Driver of the Year!

On December 25 for the last four years his taxi has become Santa's Sleigh, giving free island tours to visitors on St. Thomas with free gifts from local business and hotels.

He now sits on the board to put in place the certified tour guide education program for all taxis on St. Thomas , sponsored by the USVI Hotel and Tourism Association.

Bruce is a born-again Christian and gives thanks and praise to God. We welcome you with the greeting of the day a and smile, V.I. Style!

This story appeared in DISCOVER magazine: