tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12384049Sun, 31 May 2009 21:17:19 +0000The Bahamas Guide Newshttp://www.thebahamasguide.com/news/default.htmnoreply@blogger.com (Newswire)Blogger133125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12384049.post-7743937929484107616Fri, 16 Jan 2009 18:17:00 +00002009-01-16T13:18:57.963-05:00All our news is now being handled by the Bahamas Post: Bahamas News Portalhttp://www.thebahamasguide.com/news/2009/01/bahamas-post-bahamas-news-portal.htmnoreply@blogger.com (Newswire)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12384049.post-2175333100092037177Tue, 30 Dec 2008 21:53:00 +00002009-01-08T02:32:55.606-05:00[by Alex Epstein] Every New Year's Eve millions of people make New Year's resolutions. Whether the resolution is to get out of debt, to spend more time with loved ones, or to quit smoking, these resolutions have one thing in common: they are goals to make our lives better. Unfortunately, this ritual commitment to self-improvement is widely viewed as something of a joke--in part because New http://www.thebahamasguide.com/news/2008/12/meaning-of-new-year-resolutions.htmnoreply@blogger.com (Newswire)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12384049.post-4347810489907573406Tue, 23 Dec 2008 22:35:00 +00002009-01-08T02:32:55.607-05:00Grand Bahama Children's Home Christmas Wish ListOur goal each year is to fill our local orphans' stockings with a littlesomething that SANTA brought - from their list, at least one. The joy it bringsthem is immense and the realization that SANTA has heard them istremendous. Help keep our children safe, clothed, fed and sometimes just likeevery kid in the world. You can view the list at:http://http://www.thebahamasguide.com/news/2008/12/grand-bahama-news-events-christmas_23.htmnoreply@blogger.com (Newswire)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12384049.post-2039321281956170364Mon, 01 Dec 2008 21:30:00 +00002009-01-08T02:32:55.607-05:00BIMINI, Bahamas – This winter season may seem frigid all around but Bimini Bay Resort’s Air Hop promotion is the answer to a perfect holiday getaway complete with all the trimmings. The Air Hop Package features complimentary private airfare for two when booking a four-night stay at Bimini Bay Resort. Situated just 48 miles off the coast of South Florida, this Bahamian getaway is 25 minutes by airhttp://www.thebahamasguide.com/news/2008/12/give-winter-cold-shoulder-and-head-to_01.htmnoreply@blogger.com (Newswire)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12384049.post-807188826703328507Thu, 20 Nov 2008 03:15:00 +00002009-01-08T02:32:55.607-05:00In Florida, the proprietors of RE Properties Ltd. -- Alan and Dexter Avney -- are known for their "over the top" luxurious and energy efficient design.Now they plan to bring their technology to the Bahamas, as the duo of father and son plan to revolutionize the building industry in Grand Bahama when they complete their first state of the art custom home in March 2009. “Our vision has been to http://www.thebahamasguide.com/news/2008/11/first-for-grand-bahama-re-properties_19.htmnoreply@blogger.com (Newswire)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12384049.post-7037535487554459077Mon, 17 Nov 2008 15:45:00 +00002009-01-08T02:32:55.607-05:00Luciano's presents its Bahamas New Year's Eve Menu for 2008:Amuses Bouche (Hors d’œuvre) Assiette de Fruits de Mer(Jumbo Shrimps, Stone Crab Claws, Lobster, and Oysters on the half Shell)orOysters RockefellerorFoie Gras du Périgord (Duck Foie Gras)***Caesar Salad***Tournedos Forestière(Sautéed Filet Mignon Served with wild mushrooms and a delicious Madeira Sauce)orRack of http://www.thebahamasguide.com/news/2008/11/luciano-new-year-eve-menu-2008.htmnoreply@blogger.com (Newswire)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12384049.post-9111006327227820434Mon, 17 Nov 2008 14:48:00 +00002009-01-08T02:32:55.607-05:00Bimini Bay Resort has joined forces with the Bimini Ministry of Tourism spearheading an island clean-up campaign to “Make Bimini Beautiful” and attract attention as the possible host for the 2009 Weather Conference. On November 3 & 4, Island officials, residents of Bimini and staff of Bimini Bay Resort spent the entire day cleaning the streets of the island, removing old boats and http://www.thebahamasguide.com/news/2008/11/make-bimini-beautiful-bimini-bay_17.htmnoreply@blogger.com (Newswire)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12384049.post-7186404704477500356Fri, 10 Oct 2008 20:38:00 +00002009-01-08T02:32:55.607-05:00An oasis surrounded by water on three sides near the quaint fishing village of West End, Old Bahama Bay by Ginn sur Mer is the ultimate getaway for relaxation and pampered service. Luxury suites with breathtaking ocean views and direct access to white sand beaches creates the perfect setting for an unforgettable experience.Experience the barefoot elegance lifestyle with our Endless Summer rate http://www.thebahamasguide.com/news/2008/10/endless-summer-at-old-bahama-bay-by_10.htmnoreply@blogger.com (Newswire)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12384049.post-2633299013870529213Fri, 10 Oct 2008 17:20:00 +00002009-01-08T02:32:55.607-05:00by Michael Berliner[OPINION] Columbus day approaches, but to the "politically correct" this is no cause for celebration. On the contrary, they view the arrival of Christopher Columbus in 1492 as an occasion to be mourned. They have mourned, they have attacked, and they have intimidated schools across the country into replacing Columbus Day celebrations with "ethnic diversity" days. The http://www.thebahamasguide.com/news/2008/10/columbus-day-time-to-celebrate_10.htmnoreply@blogger.com (Newswire)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12384049.post-114116384982516933Fri, 03 Oct 2008 20:13:00 +00002009-01-08T02:32:55.607-05:00Miami, Fla., October 3. 2008 – The 2008 CNBC International Property Awards – in association with The New York Times – has awarded Bimini Bay Resort in two prestigious categories, Best Development and Best Marina Development in the Bahamas. Awards will be presented at a glittering gala dinner at the Ritz Carlton in Orlando, Fla., in November 2008. “Winning this award is truly a sign of successhttp://www.thebahamasguide.com/news/2008/10/bimini-bay-resort-wins-best-development_03.htmnoreply@blogger.com (Newswire)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12384049.post-5818137757836581249Wed, 01 Oct 2008 17:29:00 +00002009-01-08T02:32:55.608-05:00by Thomas A. Bowden[OPINION] On October 12, 1492, Christopher Columbus discovered the New World, opening a sea route to vast uncharted territories that awaited the spread of Western civilization. Centuries later, the ensuing cultural migration culminated in the birth and explosive growth of the greatest nation in history: the United States of America.It is fitting that we have set aside a dayhttp://www.thebahamasguide.com/news/2008/10/columbus-day-celebrates-western_01.htmnoreply@blogger.com (Newswire)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12384049.post-722930687036793474Tue, 30 Sep 2008 14:19:00 +00002009-01-08T02:32:55.608-05:00Freeport, Bahamas – As the school years start for all children in The Bahamas, Lucaya International School is celebrating above average results from their International Baccalaureate program and the the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) examinations.LIS had ten students out of its sixteen graduates take the demanding and highly respected IB Diploma Programme http://www.thebahamasguide.com/news/2008/09/lis-students-above-international-and_30.htmnoreply@blogger.com (Newswire)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12384049.post-3311650612104324053Fri, 26 Sep 2008 19:38:00 +00002009-01-08T02:32:55.608-05:00The Bahamas Wahoo Championship is pleased to announce that it has partnered with one of the finest resorts and marinas in the Bahamas, Old Bahama Bay by Ginn Sur Mer, to host the 1st Leg of the 2008-2009 Bahamas Wahoo Championship season. The dates are November 12 to November 15, 2008.“We are very excited to be able to partner with Old Bahama Bay and bring our participating anglers all of the http://www.thebahamasguide.com/news/2008/09/bahamas-wahoo-championship-at-old_26.htmnoreply@blogger.com (Newswire)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12384049.post-395960754846829502Fri, 12 Sep 2008 19:35:00 +00002009-01-08T02:32:55.608-05:00Nassau, The Bahamas - Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. has changed the name of the Sheraton Cable Beach Resort, located in Nassau, The Bahamas, to Sheraton Nassau Beach Resort. The new name is effective immediately.The resort's name change was made in response to Nassau's increasing recognition as a leading destination in the region among travelers and visitors to the island."Nassau hashttp://www.thebahamasguide.com/news/2008/09/sheraton-cable-beach-resort-unveils-new_12.htmnoreply@blogger.com (Newswire)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12384049.post-8752925758550964077Mon, 08 Sep 2008 19:51:00 +00002009-01-08T02:32:55.608-05:00BIMINI, Bahamas, September 8, 2008 ¬— John Bull, The Bahamas premier retailer of luxury goods, hosted a grand opening celebration for its new store located at Bimini Bay Resort and Marina during the Labor Day weekend, Aug. 29- Sept. 1, 2008.Several government officials from the Bahamas Tourism Office as well as John Bull executives attended a ribbon-cutting ceremony that took place at 7 p.m. on http://www.thebahamasguide.com/news/2008/09/john-bull-hosts-grand-opening.htmnoreply@blogger.com (Newswire)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12384049.post-6449299766277793700Mon, 01 Sep 2008 16:05:00 +00002009-01-08T02:32:55.608-05:00For the past four years, Discovery Cruise Lines has offered a special program for military personnel serving in the military overseas. To thank them for their service, Discovery offers those who served in Iraq or Afghanistan at any time during the preceding year a free Discovery day cruise to Grand Bahama Island.Hanns J. Hahn, General Manager of Discovery, said “We want to recognize our http://www.thebahamasguide.com/news/2008/09/free-cruises-to-grand-bahama-island-for_01.htmnoreply@blogger.com (Newswire)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12384049.post-4783216432195076560Sun, 20 Jul 2008 19:38:00 +00002009-01-08T02:32:55.608-05:00Harbour Room Restaurant presents Sunday Champagne Brunch Summer Special. Only $25.95 plus gratuity. July, August & September. 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. Click here for the brunch menu.http://www.thebahamasguide.com/news/2008/07/harbour-room-restaurant-sunday.htmnoreply@blogger.com (Newswire)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12384049.post-9095709011773521031Wed, 04 Jun 2008 07:30:00 +00002009-01-08T02:32:55.609-05:00Bimini Bay Resort is proud to announce the launch of its new Web site www.biminibayresort.com. The domain is the same but the content is completely refreshed and updated. With the added growth of the resort, Bimini has special tabs dedicated to meetings & conventions, destination weddings and the first Spa Chakra in the Caribbean. Make sure to check it out!http://www.thebahamasguide.com/news/2008/06/bimini-bay-resort-launches-new-website_04.htmnoreply@blogger.com (Newswire)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12384049.post-7816911106379065185Sun, 01 Jun 2008 07:32:00 +00002009-01-08T02:32:55.609-05:00[BIMINI] Ansil Saunders remembers when names such as Rockefeller, Mellon and Ford appeared on the rolls at the local stops in Bimini. As a child, he performed in little dance shows to entertain the visiting tourists and fishing enthusiasts. Local businesses thrived on the visitors. But over the years, the fishing tournaments left the island, taking the tourists with them. Bimini remained an http://www.thebahamasguide.com/news/2008/06/bonefish-guide-and-boat-builder-ansil.htmnoreply@blogger.com (Newswire)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12384049.post-4695585166095036475Fri, 30 May 2008 17:04:00 +00002009-01-08T02:32:55.609-05:00NASSAU, Bahamas (BIS Press Release)– The government has increased its budgetary allocation to the Royal Bahamas Police Force by $4.5 million and to the Ministry of Tourism and Aviation by $9.3 million, and is looking into proposals to outfit the Royal Bahamas Defence Force with its fleet requirements over the next six years, Prime Minister and Minister of Finance the Rt. Hon. Hubert Ingraham http://www.thebahamasguide.com/news/2008/05/bahamas-finance-increased-government.htmnoreply@blogger.com (Newswire)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12384049.post-7064204579071632616Thu, 29 May 2008 18:57:00 +00002009-01-08T02:32:55.609-05:00NASSAU, Bahamas (BIS) – Homeowners will enjoy substantial benefits under the government’s 2008/2009 budget through the exemption of stamp taxes and the reduction and elimination of duty on a variety of building materials, appliances and fixtures.“First-time homeowners will benefit from an increase in the ceiling for exemption from real property taxes, from $250,000 to $500,000, for the first fivehttp://www.thebahamasguide.com/news/2008/05/bahamas-real-estate-homeowners-to.htmnoreply@blogger.com (Newswire)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12384049.post-5755897764147249558Thu, 29 May 2008 18:51:00 +00002009-01-08T02:32:55.609-05:00NASSAU, Bahamas (BIS Press Release): From marked increases in Social Service allocations to tax eliminations on food items, to pay raises for public officers and teachers to tax suspensions on fuel imports for the Bahamas Electricity Corporation, the Bahamas government’s 2008/2009 budget is tilted toward providing relief and assistance to low income Bahamians and those continuing to be adversely http://www.thebahamasguide.com/news/2008/05/bahamas-government-budget-provides.htmnoreply@blogger.com (Newswire)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12384049.post-229765085871013248Thu, 22 May 2008 01:58:00 +00002009-01-08T02:32:55.609-05:00Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon recently wed at a surprise ceremony on the picture-perfect island of Eleuthera, adding to the growing list of stars that have planned their perfect day in The Bahamas. With ideal weather year round, breathtaking beaches, lavish hotels and amenities, not to mention privacy, this tropical paradise has long been a favorite locale for celebrities to walk down the aisle inhttp://www.thebahamasguide.com/news/2008/05/mariah-carey-and-nick-cannon-get_21.htmnoreply@blogger.com (Newswire)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12384049.post-6622034599232648100Sat, 10 May 2008 17:59:00 +00002009-01-08T02:32:55.609-05:00Freeport Rugby Football Club ended the season on a high Saturday with a hard fought 27-7 win over Nassau rivals Bailou. With the Bahamas Cup already won Freeport needed to win Saturday to ensure a rare double and win the Championship Cup and complete the most successful season in recent years.Captained by Ricardence Michels Freeport began strongly and soon had Bailou on the back foot and with thehttp://www.thebahamasguide.com/news/2008/05/freeport-rugby-football-club-complete_10.htmnoreply@blogger.com (Newswire)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12384049.post-3450982119221918448Tue, 22 Apr 2008 21:33:00 +00002009-01-08T02:32:55.609-05:00BIMINI - The National Association of Realtors reported in April 2008 that “12 percent of all existing home sales in 2007 were not primary residences; they were instead vacation homes.” Due to rising condominium and loan fees, this market condition has proven that optional rental program vacation home investments are more desirable and allows projects like Bimini Bay Resort and Marina to continue http://www.thebahamasguide.com/news/2008/04/second-home-sales-continue-strong_22.htmnoreply@blogger.com (Newswire)0