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Have a question about what to do on your Bahamas getaway? Want to know where to find the best snorkeling or where to take your Honeymoon? Start a conversation on the official Bahamas Facebook page! Visit www.facebook.com/Bahamas to get the latest deals, check out stunning photos of paradise, and catch up on what’s new in The Islands Of The Bahamas.
Golfers, Bird Watchers and Boaters Paradise Launches Winter Deal from $128 Per Night
NASSAU, Bahamas - Nov. 11, 2009 - It’s impossible to please everyone, unless you are The Abacos. This collection of cays in The Islands Of The Bahamas has been a haven for boaters, bird watchers, golfers, snorkelers, scuba divers and fly fishing and deep sea fishing enthusiasts, and now for travelers in search of a winter deal.
Through Jan. 31, 2010, resorts throughout The Abacos are offering 20% off accommodations, complimentary breakfast for two daily and one welcome gift per room with rates starting at $128 per night based on double occupancy.
Participating resorts include:
• The Abaco Beach Resort, Marsh Harbour
• Bahama Beach Club Resort, Treasure Cay
• The Conch Inn Hotel & Marina, Marsh Harbor
• Green Turtle Club, Green Turtle Cay (or 20% off dockage + welcome gift)
• Hope Town Harbour Lodge, Hope Town (or 20% off dockage + welcome gift)
• Sea Spray Resort & Marina, Elbow Cay
• Treasure Cay Hotel Resort & Marina, Treasure Cay
*Rates based on double occupancy, subject to availability and exclusive of tax and resort fee. Rates and welcome gift vary according to resort, and holiday blackout dates may apply.
This savings means more money for activities in and on the water, from diving and snorkeling with the legendary Brendal’s Dive Center or a beach picnic with tour guide Lincoln Jones to boating through Pelican Cays Land & Sea Park and relaxing on any number of The Abacos beautiful beaches. Travelers can also enjoy the view from the top of the candy-striped Hope Town Lighthouse or chat up friends during the Sunday Pig Roast at Nipper’s Beach Bar & Grill.
The Abacos are easily accessible via scheduled flights on a number of carriers, including American Airlines, Continental Connection and Bahamasair and a number of chartered flights. For a list of participating resorts, corresponding rates and to book travel to The Abacos, 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.
Media Contacts:
Judith HoSang
Weber Shandwick
(212) 445-8122
Anita Johnson-Patty
Bahamas Ministry of Tourism
(954) 236-9292
On last night’s “Jay Leno Show,” hip-hop superstar Ludacris was asked, “Where’s your favorite place to chill out?”
“Man, Rum Cay, Bahamas…Trust me. It’s like - it’s like heaven. Trust me on that. Rum Cay, Bahamas. A place you have to go very soon. ”
Click here to see Ludacris’ take on this secluded cay located just off the Bahamas island of San Salvador: http://www.thejaylenoshow.com/video/episodes/?vid=1168469&tin=1842&tout=2508#vid=1168469
Photo: IslandDefJam.com
Photo: Bahamas Ministry of Tourism
This week’s New York Magazine features an interview with Lenny Kravitz, who owns a house in the Out Islands on the beautiful island of Eleuthera: http://nymag.com/news/intelligencer/encounter/59892/
From New York magazine: “Twenty years after he “Let Love Rule,” a certain level of public display is expected of him. Maybe he just expects it of himself. “Yeah, my shirt’ll come off sometimes,” he admits. “Or if I’m in the Bahamas,” the ancestral home of his late mother, The Jeffersons actress Roxie Roker-”I don’t wear much clothes at all. I’ll take two jeans and five T-shirts down there. If I’m hanging out on the beach, I could wear nothing.”
The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism doesn’t recommend going undressed on the beach but does recommend these hot spots on Eleuthera…
Elvina’s: a local haunt where visitors, locals - and occasionally celebrities - go to relax. Tuesday and Friday night jam sessions have been known to draw the likes of Chris Robinson from the Black Crowes and Lenny Kravitz, himself.
Tippy’s: a casual beach bar and restaurant at the Pineapple Fields Hotel, where the blackboard menu with the freshest catch is constantly changing. Go on the weekends for live music to accompany an ice-cold “Tippy’s Sunrise” drink. Rooms at Pineapple Fields start at $150/night in the off-season, $200/night during high season (www.pineapplefields.com).
Sunset at Tippy's on Eleuthera
Photo: Dimitrios Kambouris/WireImage
Photo: Tippy’s
A Massive Cruise Ship, New Resorts and the First Island-Inclusive Vacation Experience Arrive in The Islands Of The Bahamas
Sandals Settles at Former Four Seasons, Oasis of the Seas Heads to Nassau and Hotels from $79
NASSAU, The Bahamas - Oct. 6, 2009 - While some things in The Islands Of The Bahamas never change - sandy beaches, Junkanoo, sorbet-colored shirts - the destination is fast-evolving and transforming the way consumers travel in the tropics. From the world’s first island-inclusive vacation experience to the world’s largest cruise ship, The Bahamas is focused on setting the table for a new flock of travelers and maintaining its spot as the #1 destination in the Caribbean for pampering.
NASSAU/PARADISE ISLAND
Landing on Nassau - Beginning Dec. 17, 2009, AirTran Airways will offer nonstop flights from Atlanta, Baltimore/Washington, and Orlando, Fla., and connecting service from more than 40 other cities. The low-fare carrier, and only major airline with Wi-Fi on every flight, will fly from Atlanta to Nassau, Bahamas, daily, and offer multiple nonstop flights weekly from Orlando, Fla. and Baltimore/Washington. To book a flight, visit www.airtran.com.
Nassau from $79 per night - This fall, hotels and resorts throughout Nassau/Paradise Island are offering travelers special deals starting as little as $79. Rates are based on double occupancy, per night. For participating hotels and resorts, visit www.bahamas.com/offers.
“Ask Me” Tourism Ambassadors - Knowledgeable and helpful tourism ambassadors have been dispatched into the streets of downtown Nassau to provide personal attention in identifying attractions and addressing questions from visitors. On Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays - peak tourism days in Nassau due to cruise ship arrivals - tourism ambassadors serve as a resource for travelers pointing them in the right direction for cultural attractions, from the Junkanoo Museum to Parliament Square or a waterside restaurant offering freshly made conch fritters and more. All ambassadors can be identified by bright green vests marked “Ask Me.”
Royal Caribbean’s Oasis of the Seas - Debuting December 2009 as the world’s largest and most revolutionary cruise ship, Oasis of the Seas will span 16 decks, encompass 225,282 gross registered tons (GRT), carry 5,400 guests at double occupancy, and feature 2,700 staterooms. To accommodate Oasis of the Seas and other large cruise ships, harbour improvements are being made around Nassau. A land reclamation project is also taking place as part of the harbour improvement, which will result in an extended pedestrian promenade.
GRAND BAHAMA ISLAND
Club Grand Bahama - Launched in July 2009, Club Grand Bahama, the first island-inclusive vacation experience, has broken the mold of the traditional, individual resort all-inclusive vacation. Club Grand Bahama guests select accommodations at one of five resorts, including the beachfront Radisson Our Lucaya Resort or charming harborside Pelican Bay at Lucaya Hotel, and receive roundtrip airport transfers, and shuttle bus service to as many as 50 activities, including golf, scuba diving, fishing and adventure tours. Club Grand Bahama vacations also include a choice of up to 21 dining venues for breakfast and dinner each day, plus special beach parties, casino gaming and shopping discounts. Rates start at $88 per person per night, excluding tax and resort fees. For information or to book a Club Grand Bahama vacation, visit www.clubgrandbahama.com or call 1-800-8-Bahamas.
THE OUT ISLANDS
Sandals Emerald Bay Golf Resort and SPA - Opening Jan. 22, 2010 along a one-mile stretch of white sand beach, the all-inclusive Sandals Emerald Bay will bring “grand estate”-style vacationing to the island of Great Exuma. Formerly a Four Seasons, the 500-acre resort will offer luxury accommodations ranging from beachfront villas to charming bay houses, meals daily, activities, airport transfers and wedding services. Sandals guests can tee-off on the 18-hole Greg Norman-designed championship golf course; dock at the Emerald Bay Marina by Sandals, the first-ever marina for any Sandals Resort; or relax in the full-service Red Lane Spa. Approximately 13,000 square feet of flexible indoor and outdoor meeting space is available, and groups or individuals can enjoy favorite Exuma pastimes such as boating, kite surfing and snorkeling in the Exuma and Land Sea Park. To book special introductory rates of 50% off stays of three or more nights, visit www.sandals.com or call 1-888-Sandals.
Tiamo Resort - Following an extensive renovation, Tiamo Resort, the much-loved eco-retreat on South Andros island, will reopen on Nov. 20th, unveiling a new spa and rooming option - The Cool Cottages. Guests of Tiamo will be able to select from its celebrated eco-chic Island Breeze cottages or book a fully air-conditioned Cool Cottage. Regardless of choice, all feature elegant stone and reclaimed glass bathrooms with walk-in showers; oceanviews; open-plan living spaces; and large wrap-around terraces. Tiamo’s new fully-equipped gym and glass spa will provide a welcome opportunity to relax, unwind and recharge after the rigors of sunbathing, sailing, snorkeling, diving, fishing or picnicking on a secluded cove. Rates start at $375 per night, based on double occupancy, and include all meals, airport transfers, canoeing, snorkeling trips, picnics and sailing. Visit www.tiamoresort.com.
Landing on Long Island and The Abacos - Starting Nov. 18, Ft. Lauderdale-based Locair, an air taxi airline, will offer service between South Florida and Tampa, Fla. to The Abacos and Long Island, and flights from St. Petersburg/Clearwater International Airport to The Abacos. To celebrate its arrival, Locair is offering introductory fares of $139 each way from Ft. Lauderdale to Abaco, $189 from Tampa, Fla. to Abaco and Ft. Lauderdale to Long Island. Discount fares for children are available and Locair is also a pet-friendly airline. To receive the special introductory fare, visit www.locair.net and book by Oct. 15, 2009.
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The Islands Of The Bahamas Launches Visitor Assistance Program in Nassau
NASSAU, The Bahamas - Oct. 5, 2009 - Knowledgeable and helpful tourism ambassadors have been dispatched into the streets of downtown Nassau to provide personal attention in identifying attractions and addressing questions from visitors.
On Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays - peak tourism days in Nassau due to cruise ship arrivals - tourism ambassadors serve as a resource for travelers pointing them in the right direction of a cultural attraction from the Junkanoo Museum to Parliament Square or a waterside restaurant offering freshly made conch fritters and more. All ambassadors can be identified by bright green vests marked “Ask Me.”
“Hospitality has always been a hallmark of The Islands Of The Bahamas, and the Ministry of Tourism wanted to take it a step further by inviting our guests to engage in a conversation and seek advice from us,” explained Vernice Walkine, director-general of the Bahamas Ministry of Tourism. “The tourism ambassador program also provides an opportunity to learn about our visitors - what are they most interested in seeing and experiencing and how can we better educate travelers on the attractions available in Nassau prior to arrival.”
The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism established the program in partnership with College of The Bahamas, giving Tourism Studies students an opportunity to gain experience in assisting visitors.
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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Save on Airfare and Accommodations Throughout The Bahamas
NASSAU, The Bahamas – August 21, 2009 – Didn’t get a chance to take a summer vacation? Fear not, this fall, a quick getaway to The Islands Of The Bahamas is now more affordable than ever. Travelers looking to visit Nassau/Paradise Island or Grand Bahama Island have a multitude of flight and accommodation offerings to fit any budget.
With fall deals and travel packages being offered at hotels and resorts throughout Nassau/Paradise Island, now is the time to pack your bags and get away to The Bahamas. Many hotels and resorts are offering travelers special deals starting at as little as $79. Rates are based on double occupancy, per night. For more information on participating hotels and resorts, please visit www.bahamas.com/offers.
To take advantage of fall deals in Nassau/Paradise Island contact the following participating hotels and resorts directly:
• British Colonial Hilton, (877) GO-HILTON, http://www.hiltoncaribbean.com
• Comfort Suites Paradise Island, (242) 363-3680, http://www.comfortsuites.com
• Graycliff Hotel, (800) 476-0446, www.graycliff.com
• Marley Resort & Spa, (866) 737-1766, www.marleyresort.com
• Nassau Palm Hotel, (242) 356-0000, www.nassau-hotel.com
• Paradise Harbour Club & Marina, (800) 594-3495, www.phc-bahamas.com
• Paradise Island Beach Club, (242) 363-2523, www.mypibc.com
• Paradise Island Harbour Resort All Inclusive, (888) 645-5550, www.paradiseislandbahama.com
• Sheraton Nassau Beach Resort, (888) 627-7812, www.starwoodhotels.com
• Wyndham Nassau Resort, (877) 999-3223, www.wyndham.com
Travelers looking to visit Grand Bahama Island can take advantage of unbelievable flight deals. Spirit Airlines is offering direct flights into Grand Bahama Island starting at $29 from Fort Lauderdale, FL. Travel must be booked online at www.spiritair.com by 11:59 PM ET on September 10, 2009 for travel by Nov. 17 with seven day advance purchase. Restrictions apply. For more information on Spirit Airlines, call (800) 772-7117 or visit www.spiritair.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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The Islands of The Bahamas Aviation Department have been working with Florida FBO’s (Fixed Base Operations) for many years, and has recently launched The Bahamas Gateway FBO’s with several operations strategically located throughout South Florida, to partner with them in making it increasingly easier for Private Pilots to get travel procedural information to fly to and from the various Bahama Islands.
The announcement was made on behalf of the Bahamas Ministry of Tourism and Aviation, by the Ministry’s Chief Aviation Specialist, Mr. Gregg Rolle. It was noted that the chosen FBO’s were selected with the targeted aim to line up the needs of the Private Pilot with what’s available in the destination and make the trip to The Bahamas as seamless as possible.
A select four has been identified at this time, as Bahamas Gateway FBO’s who have been trained by the Bahamas Tourist Office staff on all facets of U.S. and Bahamas requirements of aircrafts leaving/arriving the U.S. mainland; it is hoped, however, that the number will grow. The four FBO’s identified include:
Opa Locka Airport – Miami Executive Aviation
Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport – Banyan Air Service
Stuart/Palm Beach Airport – Galaxy Aviation of Palm Beach
St. Lucie International Airport – Air Center/Fort Pierce
The selected FBO’s have been classed as Bahamas Gateways and are equipped to provide Customs and Immigration information as well as supplies and even up-to-the minute information on the Bahamas. The small airports serve as a one-stop shop for Private Pilots, as well as general aviation traffic both private and charter.
“The FBOs like Banyan have shown much interest in working with The Islands of the Bahamas,” Mr. Rolle, asserted. He said that because of this expressed interest, over the years, the Bahamas Aviation Department has conducted training of the staff as well as included FBO’s in their marketing activities such as trade shows and promotional ventures.
“Our Bahamas preferred FBOs have proven to be a great resource for us,” Mr. Rolle boasted, and enlarged that more importantly, the co-op initiatives with the Bahamas’ key FBO’s, such as the educational seminars and trade shows, gives additional quality of service to the FBO’s valued customers. He said further that the country’s key FBO’s proves to be of tremendous assistance to Private Pilots leaving the U.S. for the Bahamas, and have been known to assist them beyond the U.S. even into The Islands.
Although pilots can choose the FBO of their choice, they are encouraged when flying into The Bahamas to stop at one of The Bahamas Gateway FBO’s to ensure that the pilot and aircraft have all the Information and Procedures needed about The Bahamas for a Safe and Fun flight….and of course, “It’s Better In The Bahamas.”
About The Islands Of The Bahamas:
Life in The Islands Of The Bahamas is as culturally diverse as it is vibrantly beautiful, from the carefree Out Islands to exciting Nassau/Paradise Island and Grand Bahama Island. With world-class diving and fishing, gorgeous turquoise water and miles of picture perfect beaches the 700 islands of the Bahamas offer visitors the opportunity to do everything or nothing at all. 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.
CONTACT:
Jeannie Gibson
Bahamas Tourist Office
954-236-9292 x 270
jgibson@bahamas.com
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