Friday, March 30, 2007

Bahamas Diving Association debuts Mobile Phone/PDA web site

Point your mobile browser to the new mobile device web page debuted by the Bahamas Diving Association - which allows visitors to download multimedia dive files to their mobile phone or PDA. But, be warned, the page is formatted specifically for mobile browsers - so don't expect much of it if you go there now. :)

The page features incredibly clear and amazing dive videos for Andros, Exuma, Harbour Island and Long Island - all located in the Out Islands of the Bahamas.

The Out Islands are known as a scuba diver's paradise. It's hard to compete with water so clear, wildlife so abundant and fantastic dive sites like Blue Holes, pristine reefs, "bottomless" wall drop offs and an assortment of wrecks and other attractions.

These new videos give you a "taste" of what you can find. Check 'em out.

2007 National Family Island Regatta – Exuma, April 24-29

Since 1954 George Town, Exuma has played host to this Bahamas tradition. Each year during April, Elizabeth Harbour is transformed by the presence of locally-built traditional Bahamian racing sloops that come from islands all over the Bahamas. The competition is fierce and the atmosphere is alive with excitement as boating enthusiasts the world over descend on this picturesque island in the sun. The boats are beautiful with a huge sail area and hiking boards for the crew to scramble on to balance the boat against the force of the wind in her sail. It is a festive time with fun, food and other activities taking place in and around the hotels, restaurants, and bars in the area – with camaraderie beyond belief!

Visiting Exuma at this time is the highlight of any trip. Everyone is swept up in the pageantry, excitement and energy of the events of the week.

Wednesday, March 21, 2007

The Out Islands of The Bahamas is Home to Dream Wedding Locations

If you are a couple looking to getting married in the Bahamas, you will find your dream wedding location in the Bahama Out Islands! The Out Islands are the most remote islands of the Bahamas. With nine uniquely different islands to choose from, each island is home to top wedding destination resorts offering world class amenities such as waterfront accommodations, private beaches and romantic sunrises and sunsets.

Great Abaco Island and Long Island are just two of the Out Islands that are home top destination resorts offering great vacation packages for couples getting married in the Bahamas.

Abaco Beach Resort & Boat Harbour offers their signature Abaco Romance Package to couples. This package is complete with 4 days and 3 nights oceanfront accommodations, flowers, champagne, his and her massages, a private beach picnic, a romantic dinner by the beach, and much more! For $799 a person, this is an ideal package for couples looking to plan their dream wedding in the Bahamas.

Green Turtle Club Hotel, Resort & Marina also located in the Abacos, has been a dream wedding location for over 35 years. Their Turtle Escape Packages offer 3 days and 2 nights waterfront accommodations along with breakfast each morning overlooking White Sound Harbour and romantic candlelit dinners each evening. Whether you choose from a standard waterfront room or upgrade to a deluxe club room, the packages are moderately priced under $300 per person.

Cape Santa Maria Beach Resort located on Long Island, offers the ultimate Honey Moon in Paradise Package. This package is complete with 4 days and 3 nights oceanfront accommodation, champagne, a fruit basket, massages for two, conch fritters each evening at happy hour and complimentary use of kayaks and bicycles for outdoor fun. For couples planning their wedding before April 30th, this package is $399 per person and $297 per person from May 1 to August 28 and November 3 to December 20.

For more top destination wedding resorts in the Out Islands of the Bahamas, please use the links below:

Tuesday, March 20, 2007

Upcoming Events in the Abacos

If you are planning a trip to the Abacos in the upcoming weeks, there are some great events to look forward to!

Less than a week away is a concert not to miss! The Barefoot Man will perform on March 25th at Nippers Beach Bar & Grill. Barefoot Man has been performing in the Abacos year after year and as always this is a free concert. Nippers Beach Bar & Grill is located at the Great Guana Cay.

Two annual homecomings will be held the weekend of Friday, April 6th to Monday, April 9th. At the Cedar Harbour Homecoming Festival and the Grand Cay Homecoming Festival locals and visitors will gather to celebrate the community's heritage with games, cultural activities, food, and fun!

During the same weekend is the annual Abaco Sea Show at Cherokee Sound in the Abacos. On Saturday, April 7th from 11:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m., enjoy a magnificent display of Bahamian shells along with delectable Bahamian food, games, prizes and an afternoon of fun!

To plan your weekend in the Abacos, check out vacation packages, hotels and more local attractions.