THE BAHAMAS A Welcome and Relocation Guide Quick Facts About

DEMOGRAPHICS supply. Telecommunications services and facilities in the Bahamas are state-of-the-art, with direct interna- The Bahamas is a chain of 700 islands and cays, ap- tional links provided through a 100% digital switch- proximately 30 of which are inhabited. The population ing system. is estimated to be slightly more than 300,000 people, most of whom reside on , Grand Ba- MAIN ISLANDS hama, Abaco and Islands. The Bahamian New Providence (pop. 241,200); Grand Bahama (pop. archipelago begins about 50 miles off the coast of 61,300); Abaco (pop. 17,224); Eleuthera (pop. 11,165); and stretches for 550 miles to the Southeast. (pop. 7,314); Andros (pop. 8,000). The Bahamas is an independent, English-speaking country with an adult literacy rate among the best in CURRENCY the world (95%). The official currency of the Bahamas is the Bahami- INFRASTRUCTURE an dollar. The is equal in value to the U.S. dollar, and the two are used inter-changeably The Bahamas has comprehensive and modern in- throughout the islands. frastructure, with electricity and water in abundant

PAGE 2 The population of The Bahamas is estimated to be slightly more than 300,000 people, most of whom reside on New Providence, Grand Bahama, Abaco and Eleuthera Islands.

Quick Facts About the Bahamas (continued)

GOVERNMENT BANKING IN THE BAHAMAS The Bahamas has an extremely stable and pro-busi- ness Government, with the longest running uninter- The following banks are have branches throughout the rupted democracy in the Western Hemisphere (over country: 280 years). On July 10, 1973, The Bahamas gained its independence from Great Britain and remains a fully democratic nation, governed by its own Parliament and Constitution. The Constitution of the Bahamas proclaims the islands as a sovereign democratic state, sets forth requirements for citizenship and guaran- tees fundamental human rights. The Bahamas retains its ties with the Commonwealth of Nations (formerly the British Commonwealth) and also retains the Brit- ish monarch as its figurative head of state.

PAGE 3 Enjoy The Bahamas’ tax- free advantage with no income, capital gains or inheritance taxes.

Buying Ownership & Real Estate Costs

10% VAT on all real estate transactions valued at Bahamian attorney. $100,000 or more. BAHAMAS REAL ESTATE COMMISSIONS 2.5% VAT applicable on all property transactions

valued at $100,000 or less. Developed property: 6% Undeveloped property (vacant land): 10% The usual practice in the Bahamas is for the tax to be shared equally between buyer and seller unless ANNUAL REAL PROPERTY TAX RATES otherwise agreed upon. The rates of tax on real property are as follows: A 12% Value Added Tax (VAT ) is charged on real In respect of owner-occupied property estate services, including appraisals, legal work, commissions and insurance. The first $250,000 of market value is tax exempt Laws and policies are subject to change. More than $250,000 and not exceeding $500,000 of market value is 0.625% LEGAL FEES More than $500,000 and not exceeding Both buyer and seller need legal representation by a $5,000,000 of market value is 1 %

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More than $5,000,000 of market value is 1/2% Property approved as commercial farm land (by the Minister of Agriculture and Marine Resources, In respect of unimproved property: (other than and the Minister of Finance) may be eligible for unimproved property exempt by virtue of Section 39 property tax exemptions. of the Real Property Tax Act) Unimproved property owned by Bahamians,

First $7,000 of market value is $100 meaning property without physical additions More than $7,000 of market value 2% or alterations, or any works benefitting the land which have not increased the market value thereof In respect of any other property: by $5,000 or more; First $500,000 of market value is 1 % Places of religious worship; school buildings and More than $500,000 of market value is 2% their gardens and playing areas; Property owned by foreign governments; EXEMPTIONS Property owned by foreign nations used for Property owned by Bahamians and situated in consular offices or residences of consular officials the Family Islands is exempt from property tax. and employees;

PAGE 5 Overseas persons investing in a residence valued at $750,000 and over, may apply to the Department of Immigration for Permanent Residency status.

Buying Ownership & Real Estate Costs (continued)

Property used exclusively for charitable or public FINANCING service from which no profit is derived. Local banks offer BSD$ and US$ mortgages to finance ANNUAL HOMEOWNERS RESIDENCE CARD the purchase of a home or property in The Bahamas. Available to any homeowner in The Bahamas. BAHAMAS GOVERNMENT VALUE ADDED TAX Obtained from the Director of Immigration, it allows (VAT) the permit holder, and family, to enter and remain in The Bahamas for the period of the permit. As of July 1, 2018 the Bahamas Government has imposed a 12% Value Added Tax (VAT) on all products SHIPPING FURNITURE AND HOUSEHOLD and services in The Bahamas. ITEMS Easily handled by a shipping or airfreight company which makes moving and decoration quite easy. A detailed inventory of items with approximate value is needed and we suggest using local customs prior to clearing your items.

PAGE 6 Accelerated consideration for Permanent Residence is offered to purchasers of residence (homes or condos) of $1,500,000 or more.

Permanent Residency in the Bahamas

Overseas persons investing in a residence valued at intents and purposes treated like Bahamians, $750,000 and over, may apply to the Department of except for the right to vote. Immigration for Permanent Residency status. Hold- ing a Permanent Residency certificate can lead to Acceleration of the Permanent Residence appli- significant tax advantages in your home country. Ac- cation is available. celerated Consideration for a Permanent Residence Permanent Residence allows the holder to pass certificate is offered to purchasers of residence freely through Immigration. There are no lim- (homes or condos) of $1,500,000 or more. itations on the length of stay.

Damianos Sotheby’s International Realty specializ- Additional categories include “Annual Resi- es in assisting international clients seeking Perma- dence” which may be renewed each year, and nent Residency status in The Bahamas through the the “Homeowner’s Resident Card” which does purchase of Bahamian real estate. The Bahamas has not confer permanent residency privileges, but a streamlined process for granting Economic Perma- does permit the holder to move freely through nent Residency (EPR) for individuals seeking to relo- Immigration at any port of entry. cate permanently or invest in the Bahamas. U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) air Persons with Permanent Residence are for all Preclearance are conducted at the Nassau and

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Freeport Grand Bahama international airports. that seamlessly blends modern amenities within a Through Preclearance, CBP Officers conduct tropical ambience. Both government and private immigration, customs, and agriculture inspec- business maintain levels of oversight that make The tions before you leave the Bahamas. No further Bahamas one of the best-regulated jurisdictions in processing is needed upon arrival in the United the world. States. Overseas persons investing in a residence valued at The Bahamas has a long history of attracting wealthy $750,000 and over, may apply to the Department individuals to invest and relocate permanently to of Immigration for Permanent Residency status. this beautiful archipelago. The Bahamas has carved Holding a Permanent Residency certificate can lead out a specialized niche as a leading offshore financial to significant tax advantages in your home country. centre, largely favoured by European, Canadian and Accelerated Consideration for a Permanent South American clients and institutions. Residence certificate is offered to purchasers of residence (homes or condos) of $1,500,000 or more. Recognized for its 80-plus years of experience in international financial services, The Bahamas enjoys a stable political environment and a service-based economy that caters to the business and financial needs of international investors, and a lifestyle

PAGE 8 Lyford Cay Average Price Range: $3M to $40M Lifestyle: Luxury Living

Lyford Cay

onsidered one of the world’s wealthiest and most exclusive neigh- 33 Private Marina Cborhoods, Lyford Cay is an ultra private, gated community fea- turing an exclusive club with its own security service that caters to a 33 Private Membership Club diverse cross section of prominent social and business leaders from 33 Water Access around the world. Encompassing an 18-hole golf course, championship 33 Golf Course tennis facility, marina, and world-class restaurants, the Club also has guestrooms and meeting facilities available to members. Likened to 33 Short Drive to Airports “playing golf in a magnificent tropical garden,” the ultra-exclusive Lyford 33 Golf Cart Community Cay Club was built in the late 1950s, refurbished in 2006 and today re- 33 Minutes from banking mains one of the world’s most elite golf courses. Restricted to members and shopping and guests, the 18-hole golf course is surrounded by mature native trees 33 Lyford Cay International and spectacular stately homes. The community is also home to Lyford School Cay International School, one of only two schools in The Bahamas to 33 Gated/24-Hour Security implement the International Baccalaureate curriculum schoolwide.

PAGE 9 Albany Average Price Range: $4.5M to $25M Lifestyle: Live, Work, Play

Albany he exclusive club development of Albany offers homeowners an unpar- alleled array of amenities unique not only in The Bahamas but among T 33 Private Marina the world’s most renowned luxury communities. Residents of Albany enjoy 3 access to a state-of-the-art marina which can accommodate vessels as large 3 Private Membership Club as 91 meters or 300 feet in length, tennis courts, a lap pool, full spa facili- 33 Beach Access ties and an ultramodern gymnasium and workout facilities. On-site dining 33 Golf Course options include gourmet cuisine and hand-selected wines at Aviva; seasonal chef dinners at WAVE; small plates at Azul; French pastries at Bisou Bisous; 33 Short Drive to Airports and, casual poolside dining at Footprints. Movie buffs can view popular 33 Golf Cart Community films daily in the Albany Theater located at Nineteen inside Albany’s Golf 33 Minutes from banking and Clubhouse. Nearby schools include Lyford Cay International School, one shopping of only two schools in The Bahamas to implement the International Bacca- 33 On-site restaurants laureate curriculum schoolwide. The community is also a short drive to air- 33 Gated/24-Hour Security fields and Lynden Pindling International Airport offering non-stop flights daily to major U.S. and international cities.

PAGE 10 Old Fort Bay

Average Price Range: $3M to $11M Lifestyle: Family & Boating

Old Fort Bay

ucked away along the northern shore of New Providence just east 33 Private Marina Tof Lyford Cay and approximately 10 minutes from Lynden Pindling International Airport, Old Fort Bay is one of Nassau’s premier private 33 Water Access waterfront communities. Landscaped with tropical flowers and native mature trees, this luxury residential enclave reflects elegant Bahamian 33 Private Membership Club living at its best. Residents of Old Fort Bay are eligible for membership 33 Short Drive to Airports at The Club at Old Fort Bay, which includes a restaurant and gym and a swimming pool, as well as access to Old Fort Beach, arguably one of the 33 Golf Cart Community best beaches on New Providence. Nearby schools include the prestigious 33 Minutes from banking and shopping Lyford Cay International School, one of only two schools in The Baha- mas to implement the International Baccalaureate curriculum school- 33 Private Beach wide. The community is also a short drive from some of Nassau’s finest 33 Gated/24-Hour Security dining such as Island House, Sapodilla and Cocoplum Bistro. 33 Clubhouse 33 Tennis Courts

PAGE 11 Sandyport

Average Price Range: $650K to $1.7M Lifestyle: Family-Friendly

Sandyport

esigned for a work-live-play lifestyle, Sandyport residences live with- 33 Marina Din walking distance of Olde Towne at Sandyport, a retail and com- mercial center offering casual dining options like Twisted Lime, one of 33 Ocean Access

Nassau’s best sports bars, Spritz Restaurant, specializing in Italian fare, 33 Canal Frontage and The News Café, a sandwich coffee shop. The beautifully equipped Club 33 Short Drive to Airports One Gymnasium is on-site as is the Walk-in-Clinic. Community amenities include 24-hour security, canal access (with many of the homes featur- 33 Golf Cart Community ing canal frontage), a playground, tennis courts, community swimming 33 24-Hour Security/Gated pools, a marina and public beach access directly across the street. The 33 On-site restaurants, family-friendly neighborhood is also within a 15-minute drive of Lyford shopping, banking, doctors/ Cay International School, only one of two schools in the country with In- pharmacies, gym ternational Baccalaureate accrediation. Directly adjacent to the residential 33 Gated/24-Hour Security phase of the property is the Sandyport Beach Resort, voted one of the best boutique resorts in The Bahamas by Travel + Leisure magazine.

PAGE 12 Cable Beach Average Price Range: $500K to $5M Lifestyle: Walking Community

Cable Beach

idely considered one of the best stretch of beaches on New 33 Public and Private WProvidence, Cable Beach is Nassau’s most walkable neigh- Beaches borhood. In addition to stunning beachfront, this 2½-mile stretch 33 Private Golf Course offers boutique couture shopping, two grocery stores. two banks and 33 Short Drive to Airports several options for casual and fine dining as well as bars and lounges. Cable Beach is also home to Baha Mar, the largest resort and casino 33 Minutes from Banking, Shopping and Dining in The Bahamas which features three luxury flagship hotels: Grand Hyatt Baha Mar, SLS Baha Mar and Rosewood Baha Mar, all of which 33 Adjacent to Baha Mar offer their own highly regarded entertainment and dining venues. 33 Pedestrian-Friendly Several of Nassau’s most desirable residential communities are also 3 located in this area including Sandyport, a gated boating community 3 Walking/Exercise Paths designed for a work-live-play lifestyle; Bayroc, a gated waterfront com- 33 Easy Access to Public munity; and ONE Cable Beach, Nassau’s newest ultra-luxe beachfront Transportation condominium. 33 Close to Private School

PAGE 13 Love Beach & West Bay Street

Average Price Range: $500K to $5M Lifestyle: Beachfront

Love Beach & West Bay Street

ocated within a 5-minute drive from Lynden-Pindling International 33 Beach Access LAirport and about 10 miles from downtown Nassau on the western end of New Providence, Love Beach and the residential area of West Bay 33 Ocean Frontage Street feature miles of white sandy beach as well as a 40-acre 33 Short Drive to Airports sitting just offshore. The area is a prime destination for divers, snorkelers 33 Within minutes of and swimmers in search of a more relaxed and remote beach experience, Restaurants, Shopping, yet still within convenient driving distance to Nassau’s central business Banking, Doctors/ district and local shopping and dining. Residents in this neighbourhood Pharmacies and Gyms enjoy convenient access to some of Nassau’s most highly touted dining 33 Easy Access to Public experiences including Sapodilla, serving high-end Continental and Ba- Transportation hamian Cuisine; the legendary Compass Point; and, Shima and Mahog- 33 Close to Private School any House, both located on property at Island House, one of Nassau’s most chic boutique hotels.

PAGE 14 Charlotteville & Turnberry Average Price Range: $600K to $1.5M Lifestyle: Gated Community

Charlotteville & Turnberry

harlotteville & Turnberry is a premier gated community located 33 Family-Friendly Con the western end of New Providence. Comprised of single-fam- ily homes and townhomes, this family-friendly neighbourhood offers 33 24-Hour Gated Community an array of resort-style amenities, including a community clubhouse, 33 Community Clubhouse swimming pools, tennis courts, 24-hour security, a volleyball court and playgrounds. Directly across from the neighbourhood is Old Fort Town 33 Tennis Courts, Swimming Pools and Playgrounds Centre, an open-air retail center which includes Solomons Fresh Market, Dermalogica and a Bahamas Design Center store, along with restaurants, 33 Significant Number of Ex- Pats a veterinarian, beauty salon and clothing boutiques. Lyford Cay Interna- tional School is also within close distance and is only one of two schools 33 Short Drive to Airports in the country with International Baccalaureate accrediation. Within 33 Across the Street from about a 10-minute drive of the community is Baha Mar Resort & Casino, Shopping, Dining and Banking The Island House (which includes the restaurants Shima and Mahogany 33 Golf Cart Community House) and Cable Beach.

PAGE 15 Paradise Island

Average Price Range: $500K to $6M Lifestyle: Live-Work-Play

Paradise Island

ne of the most globally recognized islands in The Bahamas due to the 33 Beach Access Oworld-famous Atlantis resort, Paradise Island is a popular choice for boaters and yachters looking for waterfront homes and condominiums. 33 Ocean Frontage Situated in a setting that combines small island charm with chic urban 33 Marinas amenities. and accessible via toll bridge, residents on Paradise Island are 33 Short Drive to Airport within walking distance (or a short golf cart ride) to a multitude of enter- tainment venues. Fine dining options include Nobu, Dune and Cafe Marti- 33 Walking Community nique, while more casual environments can be found at Margaritaville and 33 Golf Cart Community Pirate Republic Brewing Company. Paradise Island also offers some of the 33 Banking, Doctors/ best luxury brand shopping in The Bahamas like Tory Burch, Tag Heuer, Pharmacies, Gyms, Retail Rolex, Salvatore Ferragamo, Versace, Cartier, Bulgari, Lalique and Gucci on island or within a short located at the resort and its neighbouring Marina Village. distance. 33 Close to Downtown Nassau

PAGE 16 Ocean Club Estates Average Price Range: $4M to $30M Lifestyle: Luxury Resort & Golf

Ocean Club Estates

cean Club Estates is the epitome of worry-free luxury living. Not 33 Beach Access only do homeowners get the ultimate turnkey experience when O 33 Members-Only Privileges they purchase a home at Ocean Club Estates due to its exclusive affilia- tion with The Ocean Club Bahamas, a Four Seasons Resort, but they have 33 Ocean Frontage access to a host of amenities at Atlantis Resort. Direct access to the Tom 33 Five-Star Hotel Amenities Weiskopf-designed golf course is one of the community’s biggest sell- 33 Walking Community ing points. Stretching over 7,100 yards of beautiful coastline, The Ocean Club golf course is an 18-hole, 72-par championship course that features 33 Golf Cart Community breathtaking signature holes and seaside greens. Residents can also take 33 Banking, Doctors/ advantage of the property’s private beach club and restaurant, tennis Pharmacies, Gyms, Retail on island or within a short courts, mega-yacht marina and concierge services. Set along a five-mile distance. stretch of natural, white-sand beach, the resort’s lush tropical grounds 33 Marina offer seclusion and relaxation while its award-winning restaurant Dune serves up French-Asian creations by chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten. 33 Award-Winning Golf Course

PAGE 17 One Ocean

Average Price Range: $1M to $4M Lifestyle: Waterfront Condominium

One Ocean

he tallest residential building on Paradise Island, One Ocean offers 33 Waterfront panoramic views of Nassau Harbour, Paradise Island and beyond. T 33 Beach Access Situated within walking distance of Atlantis, Ocean Club Estates and The Ocean Club, a Four Seasons Resort, One Ocean features 2- and 3-bedroom 33 Short Drive to Airport apartment homes as well as an entire top floor of penthouses ranging 33 Walking Community from 3 to 5 bedrooms. Interior features include European kitchens with 33 Golf Cart Community Wolf, Bosch, and Sub-Zero Appliances; imported Porcelain tiling; hurri- cane-rated, impact-resistant exterior doors and windows; glazed shower 33 Banking, Doctors/ Pharmacies, Gyms, Retail doors; Kohler plumbing fixtures; and, exterior louvered vents for dryers on island or within a short and bathroom exhaust fans. Community amenities include an under- distance.

ground parking garage with individually identified parking spaces and 33 Marina storage facilities; an outdoor pool with cabanas, seating areas and water 33 Concierge Desk feature; and, a fully equipped fitness room. Residences also enjoy direct elevator access to their homes.

PAGE 18 Dick’s Point Average Price Range: $800K to $1.5M Lifestyle: Townhouse Community

Dick’s Point

ith dock slips that can accommodate boats up to 55’ in length 33 Water Access and townhomes overlooking Montagu Bay and the entrance W 33 Private Docks to Nassau Harbour, Dick’s Point is ideal for families and boating 33 Within minutes of enthusiasts. Situated on a peninsula, the gated community offers a downtown Nassau and sense of privacy but is conveniently located within minutes of down- Paradise Island town Nassau and Paradise Island.Community amenities include a 33 Banking, Doctors/ resort-style swimming pool and a tennis court. There is also a shared Pharmacies, Gyms, Retail within a short distance. walkway along the water’s edge for taking in stunning views of Nas- 33 Access to public sau Harbour. Located on the eastern end of New Providence, which transportation is known for its graceful, colonial architecture and native vegetation, 33 24-Hour Security Dick’s Point is in the heart of Nassau’s most established residential 33 Tennis Courts area, but offers the peace and tranquility of seafront living. 33 Swimming Pool

PAGE 19 Eastern Road

Average Price Range: $800K to $5M Lifestyle: Waterfront & Boating

Eastern Road

ne of the most established and historically significant areas on New 33 Waterfront OProvidence, Nassau’s Eastern Road features the ocean to one side and longstanding family homesteads on the other. Due to its easterly location 33 Beach Access on the island, Eastern Road is one of the best boating communities in Nas- 33 Short Drive to Airport sau with Rose Island only a 20-minute boat ride away, two private clubs in the vicinity—Nassau Yacht Club and the Royal Nassau Sailing Club—and 33 Banking, Doctors/ Pharmacies, Gyms, Retail the launching point for the quickest and most direct route to the Exuma on island or within a short Cays. With Nassau’s central business district and Paradise Island each only distance. a 5-minute drive away, residents also enjoy easy access to a variety of fine 33 Within minutes of dining options like Café Matisse, Nobu and Café Martinique, as well as downtown Nassau and high-end retail outlets offering luxury brands like Tory Burch, Tag Heuer, Paradise Island Rolex, Salvatore Ferragamo, Versace, Cartier, Bulgari, Lalique and Gucci. 33 Access to public Additionally homes off Eastern Road are located just minutes from the re- transportation nowned St. Andrews International School. 33 Close to Private School

PAGE 20 Port New Providence

Average Price Range: $600K to $2.5M Lifestyle: Canalfront Community

Port New Providence

his well-established gated community on the eastern end of New 33 Water Access Providence features stately Colonial-style residences that exude T 33 Private Docks old-world Bahamian charm. Encompassing several acres of single-family homes as well as the beachfront townhouse development of Seapointe, 33 Within minutes of downtown Nassau and residences of Port New Providence enjoy access to a private beach, Paradise Island canalfront living, a private marina, tennis courts and 24-hour security. 3 Additionally, this exclusive neighbourhood is just 26 miles from the beau- 3 Banking, Doctors/ Pharmacies, Gyms, Retail tiful allowing residences to set off right from their back door to within a short distance. an ideal spot for weekend and holiday getaways with the family. Located 33 Access to public just minutes from the renowned St. Andrews International School and transportation in close proximity to a brand-new food store, and just a short drive from 33 Gated Community downtown Nassau and Paradise Island, this community is well suited for family living. 33 24-Hour Security 33 Beach Access 33 Close to Private School

PAGE 21 Palm Cay

Average Price Range: $800K to $5M Lifestyle: Luxury Marina Homes

Palm Cay

his 69-acre residential and resort development located on the east- 33 Waterfront ernmost point of New Providence offers something for everyone: T 33 Beach Access single-family homes, luxury condominiums and townhomes, and sites for building your very own custom-designed dream home in The Bahamas. 33 Full-Service, Deep Water Marina Palm Cay offers some of the most desirable amenities on New Providence, including 1,200 ft. of pristine white sand beach, a Tiki Bar, a luxury 90-ft. lap 33 Private Beach pool flanked by private cabanas and a 194-slip, full-service marina that has 33 Swimming pool and cabanas been voted No. 1 five years in a row by ActiveCaptain.com. Palm Cay is con- 33 Gym veniently located near the excitement of downtown Nassau and Paradise Is- land and is only 28 miles from the Exumas. Residents enjoy membership in 33 Banking, Doctors/ Pharmacies, Gyms, Retail the Club at Palm Cay (complete with a restaurant and bar), and additional within a short distance. amenities include community pools, illuminated tennis courts with pavil- ion, family playgrounds, barbecue and entertaining areas. 33 Tennis Courts 33 Access to public transportation

PAGE 22 Calendar of Events Annual Highlights

JANUARY St. Valentine’s Day Massacre Regatta: OCTOBER Montagu Bay New Year’s Day Parade: Bay International Cultural Festival: Botanical Street, downtown Nassau MARCH Gardens New Year’s Day Sailing Regatta: Montagu Bahamas National Trust Wine and Art Bay Greek Fest : Greek Orthodox Church, Festival: Bahamas National Trust, Village The Bahamas White Sand Series LPGA downtown Nassau (this biennial event is Road Pro-Am: Ocean Club Golf Course, Paradise scheduled for 2019) Island NOVEMBER APRIL Marathon Bahamas: Bay Street Christmas Jollification: Bahamas National Ride for Hope: Governor’s Harbour, Eleu- Trust, Village Road FEBRUARY thera Battle 4 Atlantis NCAA tournament: Island House International Film Festi- Eleuthera All That Jazz: Governor’s Har- Paradise Island val: Island House Cinema bour, Eleuthera Bahamas Red Ribbon Ball: Atlantis Resort, Powerade Potcakeman Triathlon: Clif- Paradise Island JULY-AUGUST ton Heritage Park Ride for Hope: Governor’s Harbour, Junkanoo Summer Festival: Arawak Cay DECEMBER Eleuthera Hero World Challenge Golf Tournament: SEPTEMBER Eleuthera All That Jazz: Governor’s Har- Albany bour, Eleuthera Hands for Hunger Paradise Plates: Atlan- Junkanoo Parade: Downtown Nassau Tru Tru Bahamian Festival: John Watlings tis Resort, Paradise Island Distillery

PAGE 23 Restaurants & Entertainment WESTERN NASSAU

BAHA MAR RESORT & CASINO CABLE BEACH/WEST BAY MOVIES Island House Cinema, Island Restaurants: Restaurants: House 3 Tides: Seafood Sapodilla: Fine Dining Fusion Cineplex, Gladstone Road Katsuya: Japanese Social House Sushi & Grill The Palms: Poolside Fare Meze Grill: Mediterranean GYMS Royal Blue Tavern: Shima: Asian Fusion Club One, Sandypor Sandwiches, burgers, snacks Mahogany House: Jemi Wellness, West Bay Street The Swimming Pig: Pub Seafood, steaks, wine bar Island House Wellness Cleo: Mediterranean Aquafire: Island Cuisine Costa: Upscale Mexican Compass Point: BANKS

Carna: Steakhouse Traditional Bahamian Royal Bank of Canada, Old Fort

Fi’lia: Italian Studio Cafe: Town Centre Casual Bahamian FirstCaribbean International Bars & Lounges Cocoplum Bistro: Bank, Sandyport Bond French & Mediterranean Scotia Bank, Cable Beach Skybar SLS Cappricio Ristorante: Italian Monkey Bar

PAGE 24 Restaurants & Entertainment EASTERN NASSAU

PARADISE ISLAND Aura Nightclub Bars & Lounges Atlantis Restaurants: Sea Glass Shenanigan’s Carmine’s: Italian Pirate Republic (Marina Vil- Pirate Republic Fish by José Andrés: lage) Señor Frog’s Seafood Nobu: Japanese One&Only Restaurants: EAST BAY STREET Chopstix: Dune: French-Asian Restaurants: Contemporary Chinese Cafe Martinique: DOWNTOWN NASSAU Luciano’s of Chicago: Steakhouse Grill/ Mediterranean-Bahamian Summer Palace: Chinese Green Parrot Harbourfront: Pub Seafire Steakhouse: Lukka Kairi: Contemporary

Steakhouse Bahamian Seafront Sushi: Japanese

Olives: Mediterranean Filipino Wild Thyme: Contemporary Manila Grille: Bahamian Casa D’Angelo: Italian Dali Modernistic Tapas: Medi- East Villa: Chinese Bahamian Club: Traditional terranean Syrah Wine & Tapas: Graycliff Hotel & Restaurant: Bars & Lounges Contemporary Bahamian Continential Moon Bar Café Matisse: Italian Dragon’s

PAGE 25 Weekend Trips THE ABACOS

alm waters, warm breezes and panoramic beauty make this CALENDAR OF EVENTS 120-mile–long chain of islands a boating and sailing paradise. JANUARY Turtle Cay CBut it’s not just the sea that attracts travelers from around the New Year’s Junkanoo Custom Shootout, world. Those who prefer to explore by land will find championship Parade, Marsh Harbour golf courses on Treasure Cay, charming colonial towns on Green The Bahamas Great Ab- Goombay Summer aco Classic, The Abaco Festival, Elbow Cay Turtle Cay and Elbow Cay, and countless hotels, restaurants and Club JUNE bars throughout The Abacos. Arts for the Parks, Marsh Bahamas Billfish Cham- Harbour pion-ship Series (BBC), FEBRUARY Treasure Cay GETTING THERE Abaco “Love Rush” Sandy Point By Air: Junkanoo Weekend, Home-Coming, Sandy Marsh Harbour Point The flight from Nassau to Abaco is about 25 minutes. Frequent domes- People to People Winter Lionfish Derby, Green tic and international service is available. Chartered air can be arranged Residents’ Reception Turtle Cay MARCH JULY through any certified carrier. FRIENDS Reef Ball, Cheeseburger in Para- Marsh Harbour International Airport (MHH) Marsh Harbour dise,Fiddle Cay Treasure Cay International Airport (TCB) Heritage NOVEMBER Airstrips at Moore’s Island, Sandy Point, Scotland’s Cay and Day, Hope Town Annual Guy Fawkes & Barefoot Man Concert, Bone-Fire Celebrations, Spanish Cay. Guana Cay Green Turtle Cay By Sea: APRIL Box Car Derby, Elbow Abaco Anglers Fishing Cay Dockage is available at Treasure Cay Beach Marina & Golf Resort, Har- Tournament, Elbow Cay DECEMBER MAY Annual Christmas bour View Marina, Mangoes Marina and Abaco Beach Resort in Marsh Annual Island Roots Junkanoo Competition. Harbour, and Hope Town Inn & Marina. Heritage Festival, Green Elbow Cay

PAGE 26 Weekend Trips , ELEUTHERA

ocated off the northern tip of be arranged through any certified carri- BEACHES, BITES & SIGHTS Eleuthera, Spanish Wells is known er. Once on the ground, a combination The Shipyard Restaurant & Bar: for its shallow white sand beach- of land and water taxi is necessary to get L Caribbean, Bar, Seafood, Bahamian, es which make it ideal for wading and to the Spanish Wells dock. Ferries depart Vegetarian-Friendly, Vegan swimming for families with small chil- by request from Pinder’s Supermarket Options, Gluten-Free Options. dren. Although approximately two miles Dock to Airport start- Sandbar Beach Bar & Grill: Locat- long and a half of a mile wide, the scope ing at 5:30 a.m. daily. Both ferry and taxi ed on the beach front serving lunch of Spanish Wells is extended by a bridge services are included for the price of one and dinner with a fully stocked bar. that links it to neighboring Russell Island, ticket. The Government Ferry runs from Budda Snack Shack: Stop in and which is just over three miles long. This the Spanish Wells Government Dock to visit this unique restaurant where the kitchen is actually in a school charming, laidback island reminiscent Gene’s Bay Dock from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 bus. Outdoor seating is available. of a New England fishing village has long p.m. daily. Wreckers: Marina restaurant lo- been a hidden gem for weekend getaways By Sea cated at Spanish Wells Yacht Haven among Nassuvians. and serves a variety of Bahamian Bahamas Ferry Services operates a ferry and Mediterranean Cuisine. GETTING THERE from Nassau to Spanish Wells every day Da Salty Pig Adventures: Swim- ming with the pigs and snorkeling. By Air & Land except for Tuesdays, and it takes approx- imately two hours. Capt Kid & Son Fishing Charters : The flight from Nassau to the North Eleu- Reef fishing, spear fishing, snor- keling tours, swimming with the thera Airport (ELH) is about 20 minutes. pigs tours, sand dollar beach tour Frequent domestic and international and land tours of Harbour Island, service is available and chartered air can Spanish Wells & Eleuthera.

PAGE 27 Weekend Trips HARBOUR ISLAND, ELEUTHERA

ffectionately referred to as the GETTING THERE BEACHES, BITES & SIGHTS “Nantucket of The Bahamas,” By Air & Land RESORTS & MARINAS: Harbour Island has transformed Dunmore Beach Club: A stylish A The flight from Nassau to the North Eleu- in recent years from a once-sleepy Loy- oasis of luxury guest cottages and alist settlement into a chic tropical es- thera Airport (ELH) is about 20 minutes. oceanfront homes. cape offering high-end boutique hotels Frequent domestic and international Pink Sands Resort: Featuring like The Dunmore, Rock House and Pink service is available and chartered air can iconic restaurants, Blue Bar and Sands Resort, along with some of the fin- be arranged through any certified carrier. Malcolm 51. est dining in The Bahamas, if not the en- Once on the ground, a combination of Valentines Resort & Marina: Up- tire Caribbean. In fact, Harbour Island’s land and water taxi is necessary to get to scale resort that attracts boat and culinary offerings have become almost the dock at Harbour Island. yacht owners and families.

as world-renowned as its famous Pink By Sea Romora Bay Resort & Marina: Sand Beach which earned the island the A five-minute golf cart ride from Fisherman’s Dock. No. 4 spot on the 2017 FlightNetwork Bahamas Ferry Services operates a ferry list of “The World’s 50 Best Beaches.” from Nassau to Harbour Island every day BEACHES Dunmore Town, once the capital of The except for Tuesdays, and it takes approx- Pink Sand Beach: Snorkeling and Bahamas, offers history buffs a glimpse imately two hours. Additionally, the Har- swimming are made safe and easy by outlying reefs which provide into the past by way of its pastel-painted bour Island Club & Marina and Romora calm and shallow water. buildings and charming Bahamian cot- Bay Resort & Marina can accommodate tages. vessels up to 200 feet and 190 feet, re- SIGHTS spectively. The Lone Tree: A large piece of drift wood that stands alone on the sand like a beautiful art sculpture.

PAGE 28 Weekend Trips GOVERNOR’S HARBOUR, ELEUTHERA

irtually untouched by develop- Governor’s Harbour is central to eco- BEACHES, BITES & SIGHTS ment, mainland Eleuthera of- tourism excursions and sight-seeing. RESORTS: fers 100 miles of private pristine V Pineapple Fields Resort: The GETTING THERE pink sand beaches. In fact, Eleuthera has perfect cross between a hotel and more beachfront than any other Carib- By Air private home, this resort offers bean island— so much so that there are the personal service of a hotel in The flight from Nassau to Governor’s practically enough beaches for everyone unpretentious accommodations. Harbour Airport (GHB) is about 30 min- to have their own. Situated in the heart French Leave Resort: As one of utes. Frequent domestic and interna- of mainland Eleuthera, Governor’s Har- the premier Marriott Autograph tional service is available and chartered bour offers breathtaking beaches like Collection’s hotels, the resort is air can be arranged through any certified French Leave Beach, Twin Coves Beach one of the Caribbean’s best-kept carrier. secrets. and Ten Bay Beach. and is home to some DINING: of Eleuthera’s finest dining such as Bac- By Sea chus Fine Foods, 1648 Bar & Grille at the Bacchus Fine Foods: Specialty Dockage is available at Cape Eleuthera French Leave Beach Resort, Tippy’s and grocery store. Resort & Marina, Davis Harbour Marina La Bougainvillea. The settlement is also 1648 Bar & Grille at the French at Cotton Bay Club and French Leave Re- within driving distance to world-famous Leave Beach Resort: Chic Island sort. natural wonders such as The Glass Win- cuisine. dow Bridge, Queen’s Bath and Preachers Tippy’s: Beachside bar and Cave. Whether you enjoy action-packed restaurant. fishing, diving, snorkeling, surfing, kayak- La Bougainvillea: Fresh seafood/ ing, spearfishing, cliff-jumping or caving, steaks.

PAGE 29 Weekend Trips THE EXUMAS

he Exumas are an exotic collec- GETTING THERE BEACHES, BITES & SIGHTS tion of dream destinations. foot- By Air RESORTS: print-free beaches, ultra-exclu- T The main airport in The Exumas is lo- Lumina Point Resort and Spa: sive resorts, and islands fit for celebrities. Stocking Island, George Town. Consisting of 365 cays and islands, begin- cated on Great Exuma: Exuma Interna- tional Airport (GGT). The flight from Grand Isle Resort and Spa: ning just 35 miles southeast of Nassau, Emerald Bay, Great Exuma the islands are divided into three major Nassau is about 40 minutes and several Sandals Emerald Bay: Great areas—Great Exuma, Little Exuma, and major national and international airlines Exuma The Exuma Cays. Great Exuma and Lit- offer daily, bi-weekly and weekly flights. SIGHTS & EXCURSIONS tle Exuma are known for their laidback Regular chartered flights service include surroundings, while The Exuma Cays act Staniel Cay Airport (MYES), Black Point Swimming Pigs: Big Major Cay as a playground for the rich and famous, Airport (MYEB) and Farmer’s Cay Air- (off Staniel Cay) boasting numerous private homes, lux- port, or charters can be arranged. The Exuma Cays Land and Sea Park: The first marine fishery ury resorts and beachside condos. One By Sea of the most stunning sights in the cays reserve in the Caribbean and is is the “Mile-Long Sandbar,” a stretch of Dockage is available at several marinas accessible only by boat. pure white sand emerging from the blue- throughout the Exumas, including High- Mystery Cave: A 400-ft. deep green water at low tide. Additionally, Big bourne Cay Marina, Sampson Cay Club blue hole, which begins at 15 feet & Marina, Georgetown Marina, Staniel below the surface, but rapidly Major Cay is home to the wildly popular drops to 100 ft (off Stocking Cay Yacht Club, Emerald Bay Marina and swimming pigs. Island). Compass Cay Marina. Three Sisters Rock/Reef: Trio of large rocks jutting up from the sea and snorkeling.

PAGE 30 Did You Know?

Over 6 million people visit The Bahamas every The Bahamas is home to the third longest bar- year. rier reef in the world. 17,000 people arrive every day. Our country is known to have the clearest water in the world with visibility over 200 feet below

We enjoy 300+ days of sunshine. sea level.

Our country has 27 national land and sea The Bahamas has an underwater caves sys- parks. tem.

There are 2,000+ stunning beaches in The There are 300+ hotels, resorts & golf Bahamas and some of them are pink. courses throughout The Bahamas. Several of our beaches have swimming pigs. Lynden Pindling International Airport is the fourth busiest airport in the Caribbean. Average Temperatures in The Bahamas are 83°F/28°C High and 69°F/20°C Low. Direct International Flights From: We have the highest concentration of • Atlanta • Cuba • New York blue holes in the world. • Boston • Florida • Panama In this country, there is no personal or corpo- • Canada • Haiti • Philadelphia • Cayman Islands rate income tax, no capital gains tax, no inheri- • Houston • Turks & Caicos • Chicago • • United Kingdom tance tax and no tax on dividends or interest. • Charlotte • London

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