Last year's was great, and the year before that was fantastic. But, the Ministry of Tourism and residents of George Town, Exuma promise that this year will be even better!
It's the Third Annual Bahamian Music & Heritage Festival - March 15-17th. Once again, being held in Regatta Park in George Town, Exuma. Although, as before, no park could ever hold the enthusiasm and energy produced by this event.
The best of Bahamian music will be featured, including appearances by K.B., Avvy Mortimer and Ancient Man - to name just a few. The streets of George Town will come alive with Bahamian music and cultural demonstrations and competitions of onion peeling, storytelling, bread baking, and straw weaving. And no Bahamian festival is complete without a full Junkanoo appearance!
Wednesday, February 28, 2007
Third Annual Bahamian Music & Heritage Festival
Tuesday, February 27, 2007
Delta Adds Two Bahama Out Islands Destinations to Flights Starting This Summer
Visiting Eleuthera and Exuma, Bahamas Just Got Easier with Delta Adding Two More Bahamian Destinations
Visiting Exuma Bahamas or Eleuthera Bahamas just got easier for vacationers, since Delta Air Lines announced new nonstop service from Atlanta, GA to these two Bahamas tourist attractions. The new flights will start at a perfect time for those vacationers wanting to spend their summer vacation in the Bahama Out Islands.
Beginning on June 16th 2007, Delta Air Lines is adding two new routes between Atlanta, GA and George Town, Exuma and North Eleuthera. The new flights will be operated by Delta Connection carrier Atlantic Southeast Airlines (ASA) through Delta’s largest hub at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport in Atlanta, GA.
Flights to and from Exuma will be on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays departing at 11 a.m. and arriving on the island at 1:26 p.m for the outbound flight. The return flight will leave at 2:06 p.m. and arrive in Atlanta at 4:36 p.m. Service to and from Eleuthera will be on Mondays, Fridays and Saturdays. The outbound flight will leave Atlanta at 11:15 a.m. and arrive on the island at 1:26 p.m. The return flight will leave at 2:06 p.m. and arrive in Atlanta at 4:21 p.m.
More flight information for these new Bahama Out Islands destinations can be found at www.delta.com.
Use the following links to help plan your Bahamas holidays vacation:
- The Exumas - where to stay and what to do while you're there.
- Eleuthera/Harbour Island - where to stay and what to do while you're there.
- General info on the Out Islands of the Bahamas.
Tuesday, February 20, 2007
Bahama Out Islands Presents Top Rated Web Marketing Solutions That Help Improve Tourism in Bahamas At South Florida AMA Event
Top Rated Web Marketing Solutions Help Improve Tourism for Bahama Out Islands
Margie Schneider, Director of Strategic Planning & Marketing for Bahama Out Islands Promotion Board, will explore top rated web marketing solutions that help improve tourism to the Bahamas at the South Florida American Marketing Association event “Creating Online Success in the Travel and Hospitality Industry.” The event will take place on February 22, 2007 at the Westin Hotel in Fort Lauderdale, FL.
During the panel event, Ms. Schneider will unveil the Bahama Out Islands top vacation hot spots and discuss top rated web marketing solutions that help improve tourism in the Bahamas. Travel and hospitality has been one of the most competitive online marketing sectors for many years with more than 91 million Internet users making online travel reservations in a recent year.
The AMA event also includes panelists from Spirit Airlines, Royal Caribbean and others who will share how their companies succeed in this competitive online marketplace.
The panelists include:
• Michele Piernick, PM, Manager, Interactive Marketing for Spirit Airlines, Inc.
• Margie Schneider, Director of Strategic Planning & Marketing for Bahama Out Islands Promotion Board
• Josie Llado, Senior Marketing Strategists for Avenue A Razorfish & previously she directed digital and direct marketing programs for Royal Caribbean International
• Moderator: John Lawlor, johnlawlor.com
To register for the event visit www.amasouthflorida.org
To learn more about tourism in the Out Islands of the Bahamas please visit www.MyOutIslands.com.
Thursday, February 15, 2007
Bahamas Fishing Regulations Protect Marine Resources
Following in the footsteps of other marine wildlife-conscious regions, the Bahamas recently announced modifications to its sportsfishing regulations. These regulations will continue to allow sportsfishermen to enjoy the exceptional abundance of the Bahamas, while ensuring preservation and protection of fish and other marine resources for future generations.
Bimini, the "Big Game Fishing Capital of the World", is one of the most popular destinations for sportsfisherman. These enhanced regulations promise the bountiful sealife surrounding the waters of Bimini, and all of the Islands of Bahamas, can be enjoyed by generations to come.
New Travel Requirements
New U.S. government regulations require all adults and children (even newborns) to have a valid passport for all international travel by air.
Effective on January 23, 2007, under the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI), new requirements for citizens of the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Bermuda to present a passport to enter the United States when arriving by air from any part of the Western Hemisphere.
So what travel documents are acceptable for US Citizens under the WHTI?
- US Passport
- The Passport Card (Pass Card)
- SENTRI, NEXUS, FAST, & the US Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Document
Have questions about the the new travel regulations and obtaining a passport? Check out these helpful links below:
