DHWSA - Capturing Romance - June 2014 · THE BAHAMAS DWHSA Director of Romance Freda F. Malcolm The...

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CAPTURING ROMANCE

IN

THE ISLANDS OF

THE BAHAMAS

DWHSA

Director of Romance

Freda F. MalcolmThe Bahamas Ministry of Tourism

Nassau, The BahamasTel: 1.888.nuptial

Or1.305.767.4171

Email: [email protected] or [email protected]

Why The Islands of The Bahamas?� Proximity

� Many Islands to choose from

� Accessibility (From the USA and Nassau –”Island-hopping”)

� Year-Round-Climate

� Variety of Activities

� Affordability/Value for Money (varying budgets)

� Romantic - Scenic

� Friendly & Warm People

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THE ISLANDS OF THE BAHAMAS

NORTHERN BAHAMAS: Grand Bahama, Berry Islands, Bimini, The Abacos

NORTHERN BAHAMAS:

Grand Bahama The Berry Islands

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NORTHERN BAHAMAS:

Bimini The Abacos

GRAND BAHAMA

� The Nation’s 2nd Capital

� Freeport/Lucaya (Capital)

� East End (60 miles from Freeport and

� West End (26 miles from Freeport

� 96 miles long and 17 miles wide

� 56 Miles off the coast of Florida

GRAND BAHAMA

The Nation’s 2nd Capital

�Modern Attractions�Historic Charm (historic trails)�Ecological Paradise (national parks, caves & intrinsic waterway systems)

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GRAND BAHAMA: Island Experiences


(Sports – Golfing, Fishing……..)


(Sports/Sun, Sand, Sea)

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(Eco-Tours & Excursions)


(Tours/Excursions)


(Nightlife/Dancing, Casinos)

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(Shopping)

GRAND BAHAMA: Dining

(Culinary Tourism)

Popular Spots

- The Boat House-Fusion

- Churchill's-Steaks etc

- Tony’s Grill Out - Seafood

- Dolce Vita – Italian

- China Grill - Asian

- Ruby Swiss –Bahamian/American

- Zorba - Greek

GRAND BAHAMA: Romance

(Enchanted Love)

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GRAND BAHAMA: Accommodation

� Grand Lucayan – www.grandlucayan.com

� Memories Resorts – www.memoriesresorts.com

� Pelican Bay – www.pelicanbay.com

� Old Bahama Bay – www.oldbahamabayresort.com

� Taino Beach Resort – www.tainobeachresort.com

� Viva Wyndham Fortuna Beach – www.vivawyndhamresorts.com

GRAND BAHAMA - Accommodations

Private Villas

Grand Lucaya

GRAND BAHAMA: Accommodations

Old Bahama Bay

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GRAND BAHAMA: Getting There� ½ hour/ 40 Minutes from South

Florida- Bahamasair- U S Airways- American Eagle

Discovery Cruise Line

� ½ hour from Nassau- Bahamasair- SkyBahamas- Western Air

� Flights also from:-Canada- Atlanta- North Carolina- Philadelphia

� New U.S. Gateways:-- Richmond- Cincinnati- Birmingham- Baltimore- Columbus- Newark- Raleigh-Durham

THE BERRY ISLANDS

THE BERRY ISLANDS

• Fish Bowl of The Bahamas•Pristine Beaches• Rest & Relaxation• Nature Trails

30 Square Miles covering Some 30 or more cays

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THE BERRY ISLANDS: Island Experiences


(Boating/Sailing)


(Fishing)

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(Beach Combing)


(Tours/Excursions)


(Culinary Tourism)

Popular Spots:

American/Bahamian Cuisine

- Carriearl

- Beach Club Restaurant

- Great Harbour Yacht Club

- Until Then

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THE BERRY ISLANDS: Romance

(Weddings/Honeymoons)

Nautical Love

THE BERRY ISLANDS: Accommodations

The Berry Islands: Accommodations

� Carriearl Boutique Hotel – www.carriearl.com

� Great Harbour Cay Yacht Club –www.greatharbourcay.com

� Chub Cay Club and Resort – www.chubcay.com

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THE BERRY ISLANDS: Getting There

� 20 Minutes from Fort Lauderdale & Nassau

- Tropic Air Charters

- Noble Air Charters

- Fly Tropic Seaplane Adventures

BIMINI

BIMINI

•Big Game Fishing•Ernest Hemmingway•Fountain of Youth•The Healing Hole•Lost City of Atlantis

50 Miles East of MiamiNearest Bahamian island to Florida

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BIMINI: Island Experiences

BIMINI: Island Experiences:

(Big Game/Deep Sea Fishing/ Boating & Sailing)


(Tours/Excursions)

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(Tours/Excursions)


(Beach Combing)


(Culinary Tourism)

Popular Spots:

American/Bahamian (incl. seafood)

- ResortsWorld Bimini

- Bimini Sands

- Stuart Conch Salad Stand

- Edith’s Pizza

- Big John’s Restaurant

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BIMINI: Romance

(Lost In Your Embrace)

BIMINI: Accommodations

Bimini Sands Hotel


Resorts World Bimini

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� Private Homes/Villas

� Fishing Lodges


� Resorts World Bimini – www.rwbimini.com

� Bimini Sands Hotel – www.biminisandshotel.com

� Bimini Big Game Fishing Club -www.biggameclubbimini.com

BIMINI: Getting There

� From the USA:

- United Airlines- Jet Blue- Silver Airways

Charters- Tropic Ocean Airways (Seaplane)- Noble Air Charter- Hughes Flying service- Island Wings- Island Air Charter

� Bimini Super Fast Ferry from Florida/Baleria

� From Nassau:

- SkyBahamas- Bahamasair

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The Abacos: Treasure Cay, Green Turtle Cay,

Marsh Harbour, Elbow Cay(Hope Town)

THE ABACOS•The Abacos consists of many cays, major cays of interest are:-•Known as “The Boating Capital of The World”•Colonial Villages•Historic Landmarks

�North Abaco• - Treasure Cay• - Green Turtle Cay• - New Plymouth�Central Abaco• - Marsh Harbour (capital)• - Elbow Cay (Hope Town, capital)�South Abaco• - Winding Bay• - Schooner Bay

THE ABACOS

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THE ABACOS: Island Experiences

(Boat Lover’s Paradise – Island Hopping)

THE ABACOS – Island Experiences

(Boating Industry/art)


(Fishing)

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(Nature – Wildlife: Bird Watching)

THE ABACOS:Island Experiences

(Nature/Wildlife: Spanish Barbs)


(Water sports)

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(Golfing & Sailing)


(Tours – Landmarks & Museums)


(Culinary Tourism)

Popular Spots

- Curly Tails

- Snappers

- Wally’s

- The Gib Room

- Pete’s Pub

- Nancy’s Seafood

- Delphi Lodge

- Treasure Sands

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THE ABACOS: Romance

(Light Up My Life)

THE ABACOS: Accommodations� Green Turtle Cay Club – www.greenturtleclub.com

� Treasure Cay Hotel Resort & Marina – www.treasurecay.com

� Bluff House – www.bluffhouse.com

� Bahama Beach Club – www.bahamabeachclub.com

� HopeTown Harbour Lodge – www.hopetownlodge.com

� Abaco Inn – www.abacoinn.com

� Abaco Beach Resort & Marina – www.abacobeachresort.com

� Schooner Bay – www.dsbbahamas.com

THE ABACOS: Accommodations

Abaco Beach Resort Pelican Beach Villas

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Green Turtle Cay Club


Hope Town Harbour Lodge


Schooner Bay’s

- Beach Cabana

-Blackfly Lodge

-The Sandpiper

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The Sandpiper

- Opening January 2015

- 7 Cottages ( 15 rooms)

- 7 Rooms/Suites

THE ABACOS: Getting There

(Treasure Cay & Marsh Harbour

� From USA

- Silver Airways

- American Eagle

- Continental Connection

- Twin Air

� From Nassau

- Bahamasair

- Abaco Air

- SkyBahamas

Wedding Requirements

� 24 hour residency required before application for marriage license

� Valid Passport

� Persons must be 18 or older, otherwise documented consent from parents/legal guardian is required.

� Certified Copies of Absolute Decree/Death Certificate

� Affidavit to prove singlehood (i.e. never married before)

� No blood test necessary

� Please note that marriage certificates issued in The Bahamas are valid worldwide.

� Please note that there are no legal requirements for Vow Renewal

� *Weddings in The Islands of The Bahamas refer to traditional couples only.

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Types of Weddings

‘Marry on One, Honeymoon on Another’

� Faith Based:-

- Christian

- Muslim

- Catholic/Anglican

- Baptist

- Hindu

- Jewish

� Themed:

- 16 Islands Signature weddings –www.bahamas.com/weddings

- Beach (sand banks, yachts etc)

- Garden (incl of Gazebo)

- Historic Monuments/sites

- Surrey Drawn

- Authentically Bahamian

FAQs

ANSWERED

� A sub-tropical year round climate however temperatures can vary during the months of December, January and February (70s to 80s)

� Banking Hours: 9:30 to 3pm (ATMs readily available in Nassau and Grand Bahama and the town centre of most Out Islands)

� Currency: The B$ IS the country’s official currency and is on par with the United States, American dollar is accepted in ALL islands –used interchangeably.

� Driving is on the left hand side – most rental cars are left hand drive.

� Hospital Care: Major hospitals in Nassau and Grand Bahama –Reputable Clinics in the Out Islands

� Electricity: Normally 120 volts AC – American appliances are fully compatible.

� Tipping: In restaurants15% is normally included on the bill, baggage service - $2 per bag is acceptable.

FAQs

ANSWERED

� Valid Passports + other ID

� Import of wedding décor + party favours

� Insurance Cover on Airline Tickets

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The Bahamas Bridal Association

� Fully endorsed by The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism as professional group of Wedding Planners for The Islands of The Bahamas.

www.bahamas-bridal-association.com

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THANK YOU

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