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08.19.10

FREE COMPANION AIRFARE RETURNS TO THE ISLANDS OF THE BAHAMAS

Choose from More Than 40 Participating Resorts and Travel by December
to Nassau/Paradise Island, Grand Bahama Island, Eleuthera and More

NASSAU, The Bahamas - Aug. 10, 2010 - Back by popular demand is The Islands Of The Bahamas’ most successful promotion of all time - the FREE companion airfare offer.

Travelers who book by Sept. 15, receive free companion airfare or an instant air credit up $300 for bookings of three or more nights, allowing for affordable travel and an opportunity to take advantage of unused vacation days. Choose from more than 40 participating properties throughout Nassau/Paradise Island, Grand Bahama Island, The Abacos, Cat Island, Harbour Island and The Exumas, just to name a few. The offer is valid for travel now through Dec. 22, 2010, and some blackout dates do apply.

Resorts on Nassau Paradise Island, including the luxury boutique Marley Resort & Spa, themed after the reggae legend and celebrated for its Natural Mystic Spa and Simmer Down Restaurant, are on board for the special. Looking beyond Nassau Paradise Island? Vacation at Small Hope Bay Lodge, a boutique all-inclusive on Andros offering eco-tours and underwater activities in one of the largest and most unexplored barrier reefs in the world; or try teeing off on the 18-hole championship golf course at the new, all-butler Sandals Emerald Bay in The Exumas.

Not sure which island to explore? Visit www.Facebook.com/Bahamas and take the short “Island Finder” lifestyle survey to discover which islands match travel interests. Along with the survey, visitors to the page can interact with fans and repeat guests of The Bahamas and select the “Island Explorer” tab for information, photos and to download an Island Guide.

For a full list of participating hotels and to book the FREE companion airfare offer or $300 instant air credit offer, visit Bahamas.com or call 1-800-BAHAMAS.

Life in the 700 Islands Of The Bahamas just keeps getting better. And it’s easy to see why. With world-class diving and fishing, miles of picture perfect beaches, and gorgeous turquoise water, visitors have the opportunity to do everything or nothing at all. From Exuma, Eleuthera and Abaco to exciting Nassau/Paradise Island and Grand Bahama Island, this tropical paradise is as culturally diverse as it is vibrantly beautiful. For more information on travel packages, activities and accommodations, call 1-800-Bahamas or visit www.Bahamas.com. Join us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/bahamas. To purchase one-of-a-kind items and mementos from The Bahamas, visit www.eshopbahamas.com.

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07.01.10

HOIST THE SAILS! IT’S REGATTA TIME IN THE ABACOS

Cay-Hopping by Day, Live Entertainment by Night and Stranded Naked in Bahamas Boating Paradise

NASSAU, The Bahamas - June 20, 2010 - It’s no secret that The Abacos are one of the world’s best sailing and cruising locales. Known as The Bahamas’ boating capital, the island chain’s serendipitous layout provides a calm and warm turquoise haven for boaters and sailors. With Regatta Time right around the corner, visiting The Abacos this summer offers lively festivities, stunning beaches and an unforgettable experience at rates that accommodate varying budgets.

The 35th annual Regatta Time in Abaco is taking place July 2-10, 2010, bookended by the American and Bahamian Independence celebrations and bringing dozens of sailing enthusiasts to The Abacos for a week’s worth of fun-filled, exciting competition. Captains will race throughout the entire island chain, beginning at Green Turtle Cay, with stops at Great Guana Cay and Nippers Beach Bar and Grill, famous for its Sunday Pig Roast; Man-O-War Cay, celebrated for its boat-building tradition; Hope Town, home of the world-famous candy-striped Lighthouse; and Marsh Harbour, the commercial hub of The Abacos.

Not piloting a yacht? Venture into the protected underwater areas of Fowl Cay National Reserve for astonishing snorkeling and diving; enjoy superb fishing off Walker’s Cay; relish in the charming settlement sites of Elbow Cay and Green Turtle Cay, which might be mistaken for New England fishing towns, if not for the distinctive Bahamian touch of pastel colors; or join a special shindig on Fiddle Cay hosted by sailing apparel outfitter, Stranded Naked.

Anchor a Regatta Time trip on Great Abaco at Pelican Beach Villas (www.pelicanbeachvillas.com), with rates starting at $175 per night for two and located on a sunny, private peninsula, or at the Ritz-Carlton managed Abaco Club on Winding Bay (www.ritzcarlton.com), a luxurious sporting retreat that claims the world’s first Scottish-style golf course in a tropical location and offers starting rates of $259 per night.

Beyond the “big city” of Marsh Harbour, populated with boutique hotels, restaurants, bars and full-service marinas, lay a variety of accommodations ranging from luxury beachfront villas to modest, comfortable condos. The premium condominium rentals of Schooners Landing Ocean Club (www.schoonerslanding.com), nestled on a picturesque bluff on Man-O-War Cay, feature two-story units starting at $275 per night that were designed to provide a choice of spectacular views from a private patio or balcony. Elbow Cay’s Crystal Waters & Villas (www.bahamarentals.net) provides guests with golf carts to explore the quaint shops and museum of the nearby village of Hope Town and features accommodations with full kitchens for a reasonable $300 per night for two.

Life in the 700 Islands Of The Bahamas just keeps getting better. And it’s easy to see why. With world-class diving and fishing, miles of picture perfect beaches, and gorgeous turquoise water, visitors have the opportunity to do everything or nothing at all. From Exuma, Eleuthera and Abaco to exciting Nassau/Paradise Island and Grand Bahama Island, this tropical paradise is as culturally diverse as it is vibrantly beautiful. For more information on travel packages, activities and accommodations, call 1-800-Bahamas or visit www.Bahamas.com. Join us on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/Bahamas or follow us on www.Twitter.com @VisitTheBahamas. To purchase one-of-a-kind items and mementos from The Bahamas, visit www.eshopbahamas.com.

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05.17.10

CELEBRATE BAHAMIAN CULTURE, TRADITIONS AND HOSPITALITY THIS SUMMER AT FESTIVALS ON ANY OF THE ISLANDS OF THE BAHAMAS

NASSAU, The Bahamas - May 17, 2010 - While lounging on a picturesque white sandy beach overlooking crystal-clear waters is of course an activity of choice for visitors to The Islands Of The Bahamas, this summer The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism is encouraging visitors to experience another side of the 700 islands by experiencing Bahamian culture at its finest during the plethora of summer festivals that celebrate the rich history and culture of each island. Vibrant and exciting, these festivals feature traditional Bahamian music, food and dance as well as the warm hospitality of the islands’ inhabitants. Finding it hard to stray from the world-famous beaches of The Bahamas? Not to worry. Many of these festivals take place on the beach so visitors will never have to leave.

Nassau/Paradise Island
• The Nassau Junkanoo Summer Festival will take place from July 10 - July 31, 2010 at Junkanoo Beach East and will feature live Bahamian bands, traditional dances, local crafts and literature, Bahamian cuisine, heritage contests and more.

• The Fox Hill Day Celebration, which recognizes the freedom granted to ancestors in 1834, making it the oldest event in The Bahamas, takes place annually on the first Monday in August with this year’s date being August 2, 2010. Travelers can enjoy a Junkanoo rush-out, street parties and dances, beaching, sailing, gospel concerts and native cuisine.

Grand Bahama Island

• Grand Bahama Junkanoo Summer Festival spans five weeks of summer from July to August. Local bands jam at various locations, but especially Taino Beach Park, as residents take part in song contests and other festivities.

Eleuthera/Harbour Island

• The Pineapple Festival is held annually in Gregory Town, Eleuthera and will take place June 2, - June 6, 2010. The festival honors pineapple farmers for their contributions to the community and brings together Bahamians and visitors for activities such as the Pineapple Eating Contest, Pineapple Cooking Contest, 40 Mile Pineapple Cycling Classic and the Little Miss Pineapple Princess Pageant. Attendees of the festival will also enjoy dancing, craft displays, pineapple farm tours and of course, a traditional Junkanoo parade.

Abaco

• Abaco Junkanoo Summer Festival, the street festival that captures several elements of Bahamian culture on a single stage for a dramatic one-night experience, will take place on June 18, June 25, July 2 and July 9 on Marsh Harbour. The festival gives visitors a glimpse into the lives of Bahamians and features local musical artists, calypso bands, skits, dance performances, native dishes and arts and crafts.

• The 35th Annual Five Towns Regatta Time in Abaco will take place July 2 - July 10, 2010. Held in between the American and Bahamian Independence celebrations, the event brings dozens of sailing enthusiasts to The Abacos for a fun-filled and exciting racing series. One highlight of the race is the Fiddle Cay Party hosted by “Stranded Naked” Sports Wear.

Andros

• Andros is known as the land of crabs and its people are renowned for their crab-catching expertise, resulting in the annual All Andros Crab Fest celebration, which will be held June 10 - June 13, 2010. Highlights of the event are the crab cultural show, the releasing of the crabs, crab culinary contest, crab habitat display and Rake-N-Scrape music.

• The All Andros & Berry Island Regatta will be held July 8 - July 11, 2010 and is popular among sailing enthusiasts. Highlights include the class A, B and C boat races, featuring traditional Bahamian wooden sailing sloops and local entertainment.

Bimini

• The Bimini Junkanoo Summer Festival is held every Friday in July (July 2 - July 30, 2010) and features local and other Bahamian musicians, Bahamian games, fashion shows, native food and Junkanoo rush-outs.

Exuma

• The Exuma Junkanoo Summer Festival will be held on select dates through June 2010 at the Fish Fry in George Town. A community fun day for visitors and Exumians, the festival will feature local and visiting bands, kids sailing, boat building displays, arts and crafts for sale, fish scaling and onion peeling contests and more.

• The Forbes Hill Homecoming celebration will take place August 13 - August 15, 2010 and is a weekend full of activities for people of all ages. The celebration kicks off on Thursday with a DJ, dancing, native Bahamian dishes and Bush tea. Visitors will have the opportunity to compete in marble shooting, straw weaving and sack race competitions on Friday and Saturday and attend the major event of the weekend, a church service followed by a beach picnic on Sunday.

Cat Island

• The 12th annual Rake ‘N’ Scrape music festival, a Cat Island signature event where Bahamian culture is celebrated with spirited rivalry, will take place June 3 - June 6, 2010. Featuring a battle of the bands, dancing and a farmer’s market, the festival celebrates Cat Island’s role in the origination of rake ‘n’ scrape music and islanders’ ingenuity in using materials at hand to make whatever instruments they need.

• Local residents and regatta lovers throughout The Bahamas will reunite July 28 - Aug. 2, 2010 at the Cat Island Annual Regatta for sloop racing, live entertainment, games and native cuisine.

Long Island

• The 43rd Annual Long Island Regatta is the second largest in The Bahamas and is well attended by Bahamians and international visitors. Scheduled for June 2 - June 5, 2010, skippers will compete for cash prizes and trophies in various class races. Those who will stay on land will enjoy tasty native dishes, a kids’ corner, games for the entire family and performances by live native bands.

The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism is making it easier for visitors to get on-island and celebrate these exciting festivals with endless ways to save, making travel easy on the wallet.

• Take advantage of the Free Companion Airfare offer (bookable by June 4, 2010) to the island destination of choice and choose from more than 40 participating properties on a booking of four nights.

• Visiting Nassau/Paradise Island, but have the urge to explore the vibrant cultural festivals on another island? The Bahamas’ are allowing travelers the opportunity to island-hop with the free airfare for two from Nassau to any 10 islands (bookable until June 4, 2010) with travel through Dec. 22, 2010. Airfare must be purchased as part of a package that includes a minimum night stay from one of the 20 participating hotels.

• Last, but not least, book a Bahama Fridays Free Getaway through September 30, 2010 at a participating resort and receive free accommodations on Friday nights with a minimum four-night stay.

Travelers can visit Bahamas.com or call 1-800-BAHAMAS book one of the Bahamas’ travel offerings and to view a full list of festivals and events on each islands.

Life in the 700 Islands Of The Bahamas just keeps getting better. And it’s easy to see why. With world-class diving and fishing, miles of picture perfect beaches, and gorgeous turquoise water, visitors have the opportunity to do everything or nothing at all. From Exuma, Eleuthera and Abaco to exciting Nassau/Paradise Island and Grand Bahama Island, this tropical paradise is as culturally diverse as it is vibrantly beautiful. For more information on The Islands Of The Bahamas, call 1-800-Bahamas or visit www.Bahamas.com. Join us on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/Bahamas or follow us on www.Twitter.com @VisitTheBahamas. To purchase one-of-a-kind items and mementos from The Bahamas, visit www.eshopbahamas.com.

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04.29.10

BathROOMS WITH A VIEW SET BAHAMAS RESORTS APART

Reach for the Loofah and Gaze Out the Window at Tropical Foliage, Turquoise Water, Even Dolphins

NASSAU, The Bahamas - April 29, 2010 - Balcony views are commonplace at hotels around the world, but The Islands Of The Bahamas are one place that teems with resorts that offer picturesque views from more private sanctuaries. Beginning and ending the day gazing at something beautiful can be counted as one of life’s simple pleasures and at these Bahamas resorts, travelers don’t have to leave the ocean, sun, moon or stars when they leave the sand.

At Andros’ Kamalame Cay, a romantic, private island hideaway only accessible by ferry or seaplane, the bathrooms in secluded beachfront cottages feature Roman soaking tubs and shutter-paned windows that look out to the sea. Also distinguishable by its cottage walls lined with French doors, Kamalame Cay is the ideal retreat to re-center, relax and rejuvenate. Visit www.kamalame.com or call (800) 790-7971 to book accommodations starting at $400 per night.

Lather up under the sun or stars in a lush, private oasis on Cat Island at Fernandez Bay Village, host of a Sports Illustrated swimsuit photo shoot and located on a stretch of uncrowded beach dotted with thatched-roof villas. There’s nothing more refreshing than an open air, outdoor garden shower, especially one surrounded by a lovely stone wall and shaded with bougainvillea. Rates at Fernandez Bay Village, which offers on-site boat rentals, complimentary use of kayaks, and guided fishing and snorkeling tours, start at $235 per night. Visit www.fernandezbayvillage.com or call (800) 940-1905.

The charming and historical Club Peace & Plenty in The Exumas, with 32 rooms overlooking Elizabeth Harbour, offers incredible views of lapping waves from inside its baths and showers. Lie back and unwind with a peaceful soak in the tub after a day in the freshwater pool before retreating to Club Peace & Plenty’s gourmet restaurant for its fresh-made conch fritters or a night of live Calypso and karaoke around the bar. Visit www.peaceandplenty.com or call (800) 525-2210, to book affordable accommodations starting at $155 per night.

For those looking to truly indulge, the marble bathroom in the palatial $25,000-per-night Bridge Suite at Atlantis Paradise Island Resort offers a birds-eye-view of Dolphin Cay Atlantis, the resort’s 14-acre marine mammal interaction and education center. Guests of the Bridge Suite, which marries the east and west wings of Atlantis’ Royal Towers, can relax in the spacious Jacuzzi tub while observing the dolphins and sea lions swimming in a natural lagoon setting of crystal-clear seawater. Visit www.atlantis.com or call (888) 877-7525 to book.

Life in the 700 Islands Of The Bahamas just keeps getting better. And it’s easy to see why. With world-class diving and fishing, miles of picture perfect beaches, and gorgeous turquoise water, visitors have the opportunity to do everything or nothing at all. From Exuma, Eleuthera and Abaco to exciting Nassau/Paradise Island and Grand Bahama Island, this tropical paradise is as culturally diverse as it is vibrantly beautiful. For more information on travel packages, activities and accommodations, call 1-800-Bahamas or visit www.Bahamas.com. Join us on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/Bahamas or follow us on www.Twitter.com @VisitTheBahamas. To purchase one-of-a-kind items and mementos from The Bahamas, visit www.eshopbahamas.com.

Editor’s Note: Photos available upon request

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04.15.10

FRIDAYS FREE AT BAHAMAS RESORTS THROUGH SEPTEMBER

Celebrate Bahama Fridays with Free Accommodations and Rates as Low as $113 Per Night

NASSAU, The Bahamas - April 9, 2010 - It’s no secret that by 4:00 p.m. on Fridays, many hardworking individuals are hardly working, staring blankly at the computer screen and counting down to the weekend. So why not lose the suit and kick-start the weekend early in The Bahamas? Book a “Bahama Fridays Free Getaway” through September 30, 2010 at participating resorts and receive free accommodations on Friday nights with a minimum four consecutive night stay, breakfast for two daily and one welcome cocktail per person per booking. Rates start as low as $113 per night, based on double occupancy, subject to availability and blackout dates. Visit www.Bahamas.com/BahamaFridays to book.

Participating hotels include:

· British Colonial Hilton, Nassau Paradise Isalnd

· Grand Isle Resort & Spa, The Exumas

· Marley Resort & Spa, Nassau Paradise Island

· Our Lucaya Reef Village, Grand Bahama Island

· Pelican Bay at Lucaya, Grand Bahama Island

· Radisson and Reef Our Lucaya Beach & Golf Resort, Grand Bahama Island

· Treasure Cay Resort, The Abacos

· Abaco Beach Resort, The Abacos

· Wyndham Resort & Crystal Palace Casino, Nassau Paradise Island

The Bahamas resorts created the “Bahama Fridays Free Getaway” offer to celebrate the fifth day of the work week by encouraging hardworking Americans to get off the clock and get on island time - tropical drinks, limbos sticks and island music in-hand.

In addition to the Bahama Fridays offer, Grand Bahama’s Pelican Bay at Lucaya Hotel, Exuma’s Grand Isle Resort & Spa and the Sheraton Nassau Beach Resort on Nassau Paradise Island are each offering a chance to win a four-night trip for two, including breakfast daily, a welcome drink and airport transfers. Entries will be received through May 23, 2010 at www.BahamaFridays.com, where visitors can also watch hidden camera footage of an office manager from the fictitious company Spark Solutions, and his bathing suit-clad colleagues, as they interview three internship candidates to see how far the candidates will go to embrace the Bahama Fridays vibe.

Life in the 700 Islands Of The Bahamas just keeps getting better. And it’s easy to see why. With world-class diving and fishing, miles of picture perfect beaches, and gorgeous turquoise water, visitors have the opportunity to do everything or nothing at all. From Exuma, Eleuthera and Abaco to exciting Nassau/Paradise Island and Grand Bahama Island, this tropical paradise is as culturally diverse as it is vibrantly beautiful. For more information on travel packages, activities and accommodations, call 1-800-Bahamas or visit www.Bahamas.com. Join us on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/Bahamas or follow us on www.Twitter.com @VisitTheBahamas. To purchase one-of-a-kind items and mementos from The Bahamas, visit www.eshopbahamas.com.

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03.15.10

NEW FLIGHTS PROMOTE THE EASE OF TRAVEL TO THE EXUMAS

Sunbathe, Snorkel, Dive in Under Three Hours with Non-Stop Flights from Atlanta;
Take Advantage of Free Companion Airfare

NASSAU, The Bahamas - March 8, 2010 - Expanded air service will make it easier than ever to visit the gorgeous Exumas in The Islands Of The Bahamas. Beginning June 13, 2010, Delta Air Lines will offer non-stop flights from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to George Town Exuma International Airport (GGT) on Wednesdays and Sundays, making it possible to escape the southern city’s gridlocked highways for The Exumas’ uncrowded beaches in roughly two hours. Travelers can book their flights now for summer travel to The Bahamas at www.delta.com, with fares starting at just $129* each way (Based on a required round-trip purchase. *Additional taxes/fees/restrictions/baggage charges may apply. See below for details).

Flt Desg	Eff Date	Freq	Dept Arp	Arvl Arp	Dept Time	Arrv Time
DL 5607	13-Jun-10	Weds/Sun	ATL	GGT	10:55	13:17
DL 5606	13-Jun-10	Weds/Sun	GGT	ATL	14:00	16:34

The Exumas have become a retreat for celebs including Johnny Depp and country music couple Tim McGraw and Faith Hill, who both own private islands in the Exuma Cays. With celebrated tour operators Dive Exuma (www.dive-exuma.com) and Four C’s Adventures (242-464-1720), travelers can cruise past these private islands while experiencing one-of-a-kind activities such as snorkeling Thunderball Grotto, made famous by 007; exploring Exuma Land and Sea Park; feeding Exumas lovable swimming pigs and iguanas; and kite surfing above turquoise waters.

Resorts throughout The Exumas are offering specials on air-inclusive packages, including the newly opened, all-inclusive Sandals Emerald Bay, the world’s first all butler, oceanfront resort complete with a 16,000-square-foot spa. For vacation packages to The Exumas and other islands in The Bahamas, including free companion airfare or air credit offers, visit www.Bahamas.com or call 1-800-BAHAMAS to book the limited-time offer.

Life in the 700 Islands Of The Bahamas just keeps getting better. And it’s easy to see why. With world-class diving and fishing, miles of picture perfect beaches, and gorgeous turquoise water, visitors have the opportunity to do everything or nothing at all. From Exuma, Eleuthera and Abaco to exciting Nassau/Paradise Island and Grand Bahama Island, this tropical paradise is as culturally diverse as it is vibrantly beautiful. For more information on travel packages, activities and accommodations, call 1-800-Bahamas or visit www.Bahamas.com. Join us on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/Bahamas or follow us on www.Twitter.com @VisitTheBahamas. To purchase one-of-a-kind items and mementos from The Bahamas, visit www.eshopbahamas.com.

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A portion of travel for some itineraries may be on Delta Connection carrier Atlantic Southeast Airlines
*Terms and Conditions: Fares shown available at delta.com. Tickets cost $20 more if purchased from Delta over the phone, $35 more at a Delta ticket counter or ticket office, and these amounts are nonrefundable. Tickets are non-transferable. Seats are limited. Tickets: Fare shown is one-way. Round-trip purchase is required. Tickets must be purchased 24 hours after reservations are made, but no later than March 22, 2010.Travel Period: Travel may begin on or after June 13, 2010 and must be completed by August 29, 2010; Blackout Dates: None Fare Validity: Fares are valid in the Economy (Coach) cabin Delta Air Lines flights only. Minimum Stay: 3 nights. Maximum Stay: 30 days or through August 29, 2010, whichever is earliest. Cancellations/Refunds/Changes: Tickets are nonrefundable except in accordance with Delta’s cancellation policy. Fees may apply for downgrades/reissues and itinerary changes. Contact a Delta agent or visit delta.com for details. Taxes/Fees: Federal Excise tax of $3.70, Passenger Facility Charge(s) of up to $4.50, and the September 11th Security Fee of up to $2.50 for each flight segment are not included. For travel to/from Hawaii/Alaska, U.S. International Air Transportation Tax of up to $16.20 is not included. International fares do not include U.S. International Air Transportation Tax of up to $32.20 and U.S. and foreign user, inspection, security or other similarly based charges, fees or taxes of up to $299 depending on itinerary. Taxes and fees must be paid when the ticket is purchased. Baggage Charges: For travel within the United States/PR/U.S. Virgin Islands and to/from Canada, $23 USD/CAD* fee for 1 checked bag and $32 USD/CAD* fee for second checked bag when bags are prepaid during online check-in at delta.com. There is a $2 USD/CAD surcharge for the first bag, $3 USD/CAD for the second bag, when checking in via ticket counter, kiosk, or curbside. For all other travel, no fee for 2 checked bags (50 USD/CAD/EUR fee for travel to/from Europe for second checked bag when bags are prepaid during online check-in at delta.com, 55 USD/CAD/EUR fee for second bag when checking in via ticket counter, kiosk, or curbside) and 200 USD/CAD/EUR fee for third checked bag. Allowances are subject to size/weight limits. Contact a Delta agent for details. SkyMiles Partner Offers: Partner offers subject to the terms and conditions of each individual offer. Partners subject to change. All SkyMiles program rules apply. To review the rules, please visit delta.com/memberguide. Miscellaneous: Fares, taxes, fees, rules, and offers are subject to change without notice. Other restrictions may apply. ©2010 Delta Air Lines, Inc.

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02.19.10

THE ISLANDS OF THE BAHAMAS EXTEND FREE COMPANION AIRFARE OFFER

Travel by December to Nassau Paradise Island,
Grand Bahama Island or the Endless Beaches of The Out Islands

NASSAU, The Bahamas - Due to the overwhelming sucuccess of its FREE companion airfare offer, the Bahamas Ministry of Tourism is extending this deal providing more time to escape the snow sweeping across the U.S.

Travelers who book by March 3rd will receive free companion airfare or air credit for bookings of four nights, allowing for affordable travel year-round. Choose from more than 40 participating properties throughout Nassau/Paradise Island, Grand Bahama Island and the Out Islands. The offer is valid for travel now through Dec. 22, 2010, blackout dates do apply.

Travelers looking for pure relaxation and barefoot elegance can visit any of the participating hotels in the Out Islands including the Abaco Club on Winding Bay and Treasure Cay Hotel Resort & Marina. Those looking for soft adventure activities can visit any of the participating hotels on Grand Bahama Island including the Radisson Our Lucaya Grand Bahama Island and Pelican Bay at Lucaya. Family-friendly activities, fine dining and glamorous nightlife abound in Nassau/Paradise Island where travelers can stay at any of the participating hotels including Atlantis Paradise Island, the Sheraton Nassau Beach Resort and Sandals Royal Bahamian Spa Resort & Offshore Island. Visit Bahamas.com or call 1-800-BAHAMAS for the full listing of participating hotels and to get additional information on how to book the offer.

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01.25.10

BAHAMAS HIGH SEASON HOTSPOTS HARBOUR ISLAND AND ELEUTHERA INTRODUCE “ISLAND EXPLORATION” OFFER WITH RATES FROM $99 PER NIGHT

Hotels Include Complimentary Sailing, Car Rental and Breakfast Daily

NASSAU, Bahamas - Jan. 26, 2010 - Celebrities from Drew Barrymore and Cameron Diaz to Uma Thurman and Elle McPherson flock to Harbour Island and Eleuthera during the winter months for the kind of warm weather even Los Angeles can’t compete with. Now hotels and resorts on these islands, ranging from properties with waterfront vacation homes featuring private decks to boutique retreats nestled along a picturesque cove, are rolling accommodations, meals and activities into one and offering winter escapes with rates as low as $99 per night.

Travelers booking an “Island Exploration” vacation through Feb. 28, 2010, and staying a minimum of four nights at participating resorts receive: a fifth night FREE, one hotel credit* per room applicable toward car rentals, golf car rentals or excursions, complimentary breakfast for two daily, and one welcome cocktail for two.

Rates and hotel credits vary according to resort, which include:

Eleuthera:
• Cape Eleuthera Resort & Marina, offering rates starting at $299 per night for water-view townhomes plus a $200 hotel credit applicable toward any fishing charter, educational tourism activity, or a two-hour sailing excursion to a private island
• Surfer’s Beach Manor, just steps away from the uncrowded Surfer’s Beach and offering rates starting at $99 per night plus a $50 hotel credit applicable towards a rental car
• The Cove Eleuthera, resting along a peaceful cove and offering waterfront bungalows starting at $370 per night plus a $80 hotel credit applicable for a rental car

Harbour Island:
• Romora Bay Resort & Marina, featuring unspoiled harbour views and casual, marina-side dining with rates starting at $300 per night plus a $50 credit toward a golf cart rental
• Sugar Apple Bed & Breakfast, recognized for its cozy rentals starting at $189 plus a $50 hotel credit toward a golf cart rental or hotel gift shop purchase

*Rates based on double occupancy, subject to availability and exclusive of tax and resort fee. Rates and hotel credit vary according to resort and holiday blackout dates may apply.

Flip® camera-worthy footage, including the Glass Window Bridge, where the dark blue waters of the Atlantic Ocean mingle with the turquoise water of the Caribbean Sea, and the famous Pink Sand Beach, are just some of the landmarks that continue to draw travelers from around the world, as well as recognition from The Travel Channel and Sport Illustrated’s swimsuit issue.
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Harbour Island and Eleuthera are easily accessible via scheduled flights on a number of carriers, including Continental Connection, Bahamasair and Lynx Air, a number of chartered flights, and by ferry from Nassau. For more information on participating resorts, corresponding rates and to book travel to Harbour Island or Eleuthera, visit www.Bahamas.com.

Life in the 700 Islands Of The Bahamas just keeps getting better. And it’s easy to see why. With world-class diving and fishing, miles of picture perfect beaches, and gorgeous turquoise water, visitors have the opportunity to do everything or nothing at all. From Exuma, Eleuthera and Abaco to exciting Nassau/Paradise Island and Grand Bahama Island, this tropical paradise is as culturally diverse as it is vibrantly beautiful. For more information on travel packages, activities and accommodations, call 1-800-Bahamas or visit www.Bahamas.com. To purchase one-of-a-kind items and mementos from The Bahamas, visit www.eshopbahamas.com.

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Media Contacts:

Judith HoSang
Weber Shandwick
(212) 445-8122
jhosang@webershandwick.com

Anita Johnson-Patty
Bahamas Ministry of Tourism
(954) 236-9292
ajohnson@bahamas.com

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01.12.10

THE ISLANDS OF THE BAHAMAS OFFER FREE COMPANION AIRFARE

Bring the whole family to paradise with the winter’s hottest deal

NASSAU, The Bahamas - Jan. 8, 2009 - With the winter chill in full swing and cabin fever setting in, what could be better than a free ticket for a sun-drenched escape?

The Islands Of The Bahamas have just announced the season’s hottest offer - FREE companion airfare to a Bahamas island destination of choice. Travelers who book by March 3rd receive free companion airfare for bookings of four nights, allowing for an inexpensive tropical getaway in the middle of the frosty winter months. Choose from more than 40 participating properties throughout Nassau/Paradise Island, Grand Bahama Island and the Out Islands, each offering idyllic crystal-clear blue waters and soft white sand.

In the Out Islands (known for barefoot elegance, endless beaches and pure relaxation), participating hotels include the Abaco Club on Winding Bay and Treasure Cay Hotel Resort & Marina. On Grand Bahama Island (home to assorted ecological wonders and soft adventure activities), participating hotels include the Radisson Our Lucaya Grand Bahama Island and Pelican Bay at Lucaya. Participating hotels on Nassau/Paradise Island (which offers family-friendly activities, fine dining and glamorous nightlife) include Atlantis Paradise Island, the Sheraton Nassau Beach Resort and Sandals Royal Bahamian Spa Resort & Offshore Island. Travelers can visit Bahamas.com or call 1-800-BAHAMAS to learn about the full listing of participating hotels and to get additional information on how to book the offer.

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Media Contacts:

Meredith Phares
Weber Shandwick
(212) 445- 8110
mphares@webershandwick.com
Anita Johnson-Patty

Bahamas Ministry of Tourism
(954) 236-9292
ajohnson@bahamas.com

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12.09.09

COME HOME TO YOUR FAMILY IN THE ISLANDS OF THE BAHAMAS

The Bahamas invite South Floridians to explore their Bahamian heritage

FORT LAUDERDALE, FL - November 11, 2009 - We all know there’s no place like home - especially if your home has white and pink sand beaches and turquoise water. With this in mind, The Islands Of The Bahamas have teamed up with WHQT Hot105 FM to invite South Floridians to trace their roots in the sun-drenched 700-island archipelago.
To encourage South Floridians to explore the possibility of a Bahamas heritage through genealogical research as well as prompt them to celebrate as a group in The Islands Of The Bahamas, the grand prize of the “Come Home to Your Family” will be a family reunion trip for 10 to The Bahamas.

The promotion, which will run through the end of February 2010, will invite WHQT Hot 105 FM listeners to submit their findings in a story format describing how and what they uncovered about their roots at www.hot105fm.com. The most exciting and interesting story will be awarded the grand prize trip.

“We see this as a great opportunity to boost tourism, not only to The Bahamas generally, but to our Out Islands in particular,” said Anita Patty, general manager of Communications in the Bahamas Ministry of Tourism & Aviation. “It is our hope that many people will join in the educational and cultural fun and decide to visit various islands to explore their roots, and subsequently even choose one of the smaller islands as the venue for a future family reunion.”

Life in the 700 Islands Of The Bahamas just keeps getting better. And it’s easy to see why. With world-class diving and fishing, miles of picture perfect beaches, and gorgeous turquoise water, visitors have the opportunity to do everything or nothing at all. From Exuma, Eleuthera and Abaco to exciting Nassau/Paradise Island and Grand Bahama Island, this tropical paradise is as culturally diverse as it is vibrantly beautiful. For more information on travel packages, activities and accommodations, call 1-800-Bahamas or visit www.Bahamas.com. To purchase one-of-a-kind items and mementos from The Bahamas, visit www.eshopbahamas.com.

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Media Contacts:
Jeannie Gibson
Bahamas Ministry of Tourism
(954) 236-9292
jgibson@bahamas.com

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