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March 2010

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In Every Issue13 What to Do21 Eleuthera Maps26 Shopping30 Dining35 Real Estate38 Where to Stay43 Marina Chart44 General Information

ContributorsShaun Ingraham, Andre Sands,Darin Sands, MOT OfficesCape Eleuthera, Pineapple ToursPublisherM. Jane Braynen

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Welcome to Harbour IslandOur purpose is to identify and attract the kinds of visitors who can

significantly enrich the people and the economy of The Bahamas and deliver such delightful experiences to those visitors that they are compelled to tell their friends and relatives that “It’s Better In The Bahamas”.

The Harbour Island Tourist Office is beyond excited that you have chosen The Baha-mas and more specifically the beautiful island of Harbour Island for your visit. It is our pleasure to ensure that while here on Harbour Island you taste, see and enjoy all that is uniquely and authentically Bahamian. Join us in paradise and explore the beautiful Pink Sand Beaches, friendly people and the exquisite Bahamian dishes offered to you by our professional and most curteous service providers. Learn our history and experience our culture while you tour this tranquil island of three miles. Harbour Island was voted best island in The Carribbean by Travel and Leisure Magazine and to this day the island carries this much earned and deserved title with pride. We encourage you to enjoy all that our island has to offer and, we guarantee that after visiting Harbour Island “Once Is Not Enough”. Thank you for choosing beautiful Harbour Island, your home away from home.

June CartwrightActing Manager, Harbour Island

Although the Bahamas is a chain of 700 islands in the sun, each one exhibits its own distinct personality. Eleuthera is no exception.

Eleuthera, this noble island known as “The Land of Freedom,” offers a life of simplicity…..no stress, no strain, no struggle…no problem! Kind and hospitable Eleutherians are a synthesis of various peoples and cultural dialects resulting from a unique blend of American, European, and Carib-bean essence. We are outgoing, friendly, and very warm and inviting to

our guests.Even the land itself calls visits to relax, release, and be rejuvenated. Here, pink and white powder beaches stretch along our shores, waiting to be enjoyed. Balmy breezes blow gently and the wind seems to whisper each listener’s name. For the blessed visitors reaching the Eleuthera mainland, Harbour Island or Spanish Wells, the natural landscape and the natural charm of our people will not disappoint. And at the end of your stay, you will know that you are always welcome in this land of beauty and leisure.Jacqueline H. GibsonManager, Eleuthera Tourist Office


It’s Better in the BahamasAt 110 miles long and a mere two miles wide, Eleuthera effortlessly keeps travelers near its pink-and white-sand beaches, ranging from secluded coves to endless stretches along the coastline. The Atlantic Ocean meets the Caribbean Sea on this island known for its colonial villages and pineapple fields. To start your island exploration visit: bahamas.com or call 1.800.bahamas.

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It’s Better in the BahamasAt 110 miles long and a mere two miles wide, Eleuthera effortlessly keeps travelers near its pink-and white-sand beaches, ranging from secluded coves to endless stretches along the coastline. The Atlantic Ocean meets the Caribbean Sea on this island known for its colonial villages and pineapple fields. To start your island exploration visit: bahamas.com or call 1.800.bahamas.

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GH = Governors Harbour • GT = Gregory TownHI = Harbour Island • LB = Lower Bogue • NE = North Eleuthera

SW= Spanish Wells • RS = Rock Sound • RS = Rock Sound

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AirlinesBahamasair (GH) ................................... 332-2648 (LB) .................................... 335-1152 (RS) .................................... 334-2125Bahama Hoppers ....................... 335-1650Gulfstream International Airlines(Continental Connection) (NE) ..................335-1278 / 335-1432Lee Air (RS) ............................... 334-2829Major Air Services (GH) ...........a332-2742Pineapple Air (NP) .................... 377-0140Southern Air (GH) ................................... 332-3270 (NE) .................................... 335-1720Twin Air (GH) ................................... 332-3340 (HI)..................................... 333-2444 (NE) .................................... 335-1696 (RS) .................................... 334-2795 (SW) ................................... 333-4041Yellow Air Taxi (NE) .................. 335-1836

AirportsGovernors Harbour Int’l ............ 332-2321Rock Sound Int’l ........................ 334-2177North Eleuthera Int’l ................. 335-1242

Bahamas CustomsGovernor’s Harbour ................... 332-2250North Eleuthera......................... 335-1068Rock Sound ............................... 334-2183Spanish Wells ............................ 333-4760

Banks / ATMsScotiabank Bahamas Limited (LB) .................................... 335-1400 (RS) .................................... 334-2620Royal Bank of Canada (GH) ................................ 332-2856/8 (HI)..................................... 333-2250 (SW) ................................... 333-4131First Caribbean Bank (GH) ................................... 332-2300

BECGovernor’s Harbour ................... 332-2727Gregory Town ........................... 335-5572Harbour Island .......................... 333-2255Rock Sound ............................... 334-2131(SW) St.George’s Cay Power Co. ....333-4141

BTCGovernor’s Harbour ................... 332-2476Harbour Island .......................... 333-2375Rock Sound ............................... 334-2225Spanish Wells ........................... 333-4053

Cable TelevisionCable Bahamas ................... 242 300-2200

Car/Cart/Scooter Rentalssee page 15

FerriesBahamas Fast Ferries ................. 323-2166 Bo Hengy .................................. 333-3113MailboatM/V Bahamas Day Break ............ 335-1163Shipping CompaniesG&G Shipping .......................... 332-3066Bernuth Lines Paul Simmons ..................... 332-2571

Medical ServicesGovernor’s Harbour ................... 332-2774Harbour Island .......................... 333-2227Spanish Wells ............................ 333-4064

PoliceGovernor’s Harbour ................... 332-2117Governor’s Harbour Airport ....... 332-2323Harbour Island .......................... 333-2111Rock Sound Airport................... 334-2052Spanish Wells ............................ 333-4030

Post OfficeGovernor’s Harbour ................... 332-2060Harbour Island .......................... 333-2215Spanish Wells ............................ 333-5254Taxissee page 45Tourist Office(GH) Tourist Office ................... 332-2142(HI) Tourist Office ..................... 333-2621

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Every Friday NightFish Fry, Anchors Bay, GHThis event attracts dozens of tourists every week. The tourists and locals look forward to this every Friday. The proceeds from this event go towards the Annual Homecoming and various proj-ects within the community.

MARCHThe Eleuthera Softball Season OpensGames are held in Palmetto Point, Rock Sound, James, Cistern and Governor’s Harbour. Eleuthera is the softball capital of the Bahamas. Contact: Mr. Kingsley Bethel at 242-332-2185.

Friends of the Library Silent AuctionThe annual silent auction is sponsored by Friends of the Library which was formed in November 1994. The purpose of the friends of the library organization was to raise funds via the silent auction and art shows to restore and refurbish the Haynes Library, which use to be the residence of the Local Doctor. Every Tuesday Morning from 10:00am until noon membership drive and adult art classes are held. Contact: Haynes Library at 242-332-2877.

6thWindermere High School Annual Fair/AuctionThe P.T.A of Windermere High School spearheads this fundraising effort. Funds from the Fair assist the school with repairs. For information Contact Ms. Rosie Gibson at 242-332-6105. Event held in Savannah Sound.

March31st–April5thThe Annual James’ Cistern Heritage Affair HomecomingSome of the activities include limbo/fire dancing, live band performance, sale of food and drinks, native crafts and fash-ion shows. The purpose of this event

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is to build a community/crisis centre. Contact Mr. Angelo Bethel at 242-335-6008. Event held in James’ Cistern.

APRILRock Sound Homecoming FestivalThis event attracts domestic and inter-national tourists. Some of the events include junkanoo rush-out, live band performances, fashion/cultural shows. For information please contact Mr. Pat Maynard at 557-7696 or 334-2194. Event held in Rock Sound

Lower Bogue Homecoming Festival Local residents and visitors from other islands come together to interact and enjoy cultural activities, Bahamian music, food, drinks and games. Contact Mr. Collin Moss at 242-335-1760. Event held in Lower Bogue.

MAY3rdPalmetto Point HomecomingLike many of the other festivals, the Palmetto Point Homecoming Committee plan a week of activities in celebration of their Heritage and culture. Contact Mr. Hank Johnson at 242-332-2428.

JUNE2nd-6th22nd ANNUAL Pineapple FestivalIs held in Gregory Town Eleuthera. The Pineapple Festival was first introduced in 1988. The Ministry of Tourism on the island of Eleuthera conceived the idea. Contact the Eleuthera Tourist Office at 242-332-2142.

5thAnnual Continental Airlines Cycling Race (40 ml bike ride) Event held in Gregory Town as a part of the Pineapple Festival. The event


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is sponsored annually by Continental Airlines. Contact the Eleuthera Tourist Office at 242-332-2142.6thAnnual Pineapple Fest Triathlon. This is a 400 meter swim, 10k hilly bike ride, and a 5 k run. For information, please contact Mr. Tom Glucksmann at 242-551-99635 or the Eleuthera Tourist Office at 242-332-2142.

Annual Deep Creek Conch Fest The philosophy of this committee is to promote community and to strengthen the well being of society, economically, socially and spiritually and in the mean time sharing their cultural heritage with the younger members of the community and visitors alike. contact Mr. Mervin Sweeting at 242-364-1108. JULY7th–11thSavannah Sound Homecoming Activities include fashion/cultural shows, down home cooking, dancing and live band performances. For information contact Ms. Majorie Culmer at 332-1288. Event is held in Savannah Sound.

The Bluff Homecoming This homecoming brings the descen-dants of the bluff back home to enjoy a weekend of fun and frolic with family and friends. Entertainment includes live band performances, Little Ms. Bluff – Eleuthera Beauty Pageant, food and drinks. For information contact Mr. Rodney Green at 242-335-3113. Event held in The Bluff.

11thThe South Eleuthera Mission In the early nineteenth century Methodist Missionaries arrived in Rock Sound and built a Manse in the centre of the settle-ment to be used as a place for teaching and mentoring the inhabitants of South Eleuthera. Therefore every Saturday during the Bahamian Independence weekend, a Heritage and Cultural Fair and raffle is held where there’s entertain-ment such as Live Band performances, Junkanoo, Art Exhibition, Cooking and baking contests and lots more. The pur-pose of the mission is to provide learning facilities for the people of South Eleuthera and the renting of facilities for seminars,

the primary source of funding is likely to remain from donations.

July28th–August2ndBay Festival Hatchet Bay The purpose of this homecoming is to assist the settlement economically and to foster a closer relationship with the descendants and the community of Hatchet Bay. Contact Mr. Daryl Smith at 242-332-207 or Mr. Peter Davis at 335-1600 or 335-0632.

Back to the Bay Homecoming Festival Like many other events, Back to the Bay Homecoming Festival consists of descen-dants and visitors returning to Tarpum Bay for a weekend of fun. Activities include junkanoo rush-out, cultural/tal-ent shows, native food and drinks. The objective of the committee is to construct a multi-purpose community centre. The Tarpum Bay Community Centre is now under construction. For information contact Mr. Patrick Johnson, 334-4135. Event is held in Tarpum Bay.

SEPTEMBERSoftball Playoff begins Contact Mr. Andrea Butler at 242-332-2014 or 242-46-40616. Games held in Palmetto Point, Rock Sound and Governor’s Harbour, James’ Cistern.

OCTOBER6th–12thNorth Eleuthera Sailing RegattaThis is a major event within the islands. Class A, B, and C Class boats are invited for competition. The onshore activities include live band performances, cul-tural shows, native food and drinks and Bahamian music. For information contact Mr. Ricky Mackey at 242-333-2275 or the Harbour Island Tourist Office at 242-333-2621. Event held in Harbour Island.

Wemyss Bight Homecoming Festival This festival was designed to bring Bahamians and visitors to Wemyss Bight to celebrate and reminisce. The event comprises of talent shows, food and drinks, live band performances and local crafts. For information contact Mr. James’ Young, at 242- 334-0162.

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GH - Governor’s Harbour • GT - Gregory TownHB - Hatchet Bay • HI - Harbour Island • JC - James Cistern

LB - Lower Bogue • PP - Palmetto Point • RS - Rock Sound • TP - Tarpum BaySS - Savannah Sound • SW - Spanish Wells • WB - Wemyss Bight

AttractionsMainland Eleuthera SitesHistoricalSitesCanning Factory (GH)

Haynes Library - Est.1897Located in Governors Harbour, it pro-vides the following: Library, Arts & Crafts, Saturday mornning, Help with homework, computer and internet use.Story hour. Open Monday - Thursday 9am-6pm, Friday 9am-5pm, Saturday 10am-4pm. Tel: 332-2877

Preacher’s Cave (NE)a large blue-shadowed cave, has been a lonstanding place of refuge since 1647. It was the site of the Bahamas’ first Christian service. A large boulder shaped as a pulpit still stands at the end of the cave.Wesley Methodist Church, GH

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LandmarksOcean Hole (RS)

Glass Window Bridge (UB) (above)The Cow & The Bull (UB) (below)Nature has many faces and about one mile south of the Glass Window Bridge are two very large boulders. As you ap-proach them you will them to look like a bull with two cows and another like a bull with one cow. You can hear a roar as the end passes through them.

How to Get Here: From North Eleuthera, take ferry at Three Islands Dock, or take Bo Hengy at Poters Cay Dock, NassauWhat to do:

Enjoy the Pink sand on Pink Sand beach, gohorseback riding on the beach,party at the local bars and club or just relax!Cultural Sites

Home of “Bo Hengy”The Fisherman’s / Farmer’s DockHistorical SitesSt. Stephen’s Lodge HallBarrack’s Hill, Dunmore CottageThe Sugar Mill, Titus HoleThe Hill StepsThe Old Fort, The LandingThe Lone Tree (HI)The Administrator’s ResidenceMurray StreetSt. Catherine’s Public CemeterySt. John’s Anglican ChurchWesley Methodist Church This church was built in 1843.Temperance Square

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Beautiful ‘Island Treasure’ Lighthouse BeachStudentsatthePrestonHAlburyHighSchoolexploresthisNationalTreasurephotobyShaunIngraham

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How to Get Here: From North Eleu-thera, take ferry to Gene Bay, or take Bo Hengy at Poters Cay Dock, Nassau

What to do:Rent a cart and explore this quaint, quiet and beautiful island. Enjoy deep sea and bonefishing or just hangout with the locals.

Attractions Spanish Wells Museum is an attractive building located almost in the centre of town. Here you can step back in time while viewing old photos of bygone era and examine artifacts dating back over one hundred years.The Quilt Shop • Lobster Processing PlantThe Island Shop • Three Sisters Store

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BeachesCheck out discover-eleuthera-bahamas.com,Sunrise Beach & Sunset Beach located atCape Eleuthera

Boat RentalsMichael’s Cycles (HI) ...............333-2384Reggie Major ..............................VHF 16Dwight Stuart ..........................333-2159Duke Davis ..............................359-7952

Car / Van RentalsGateway Rentals (GT) ..............335-0455T.W. Auto Rentals (GH) ...........335-6173Big Rock (JC) ...........................335-6008

Cart Rentals4 J’s Rentals (HI) ......................333-3569Abner’s Rentals (SW) ...............333-4090

Ten Tay Beach, 9.5 miles from North Eleu-thera Airport. It is located next to Preacher’s Cave. It’s paradise in its purest form. Can be accessed by car.courtesy of discover-eleuthera-bahamas.com


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Baretta’s Golf Cart (HI) ...333-2361Bullard’s Rentals (HI) ...............333-2317Day Break Rentals (HI) ............333-2491Dunmore Rentals (HI) .............333-2372Harbourside Golf Cart (SW) ....333-5022Harry O’s (HI) .........................333-2243Johnsons Rentals (HI) ..............333-2376Kam Kourts (HI) .....................333-2248Major’s Rentals (HI) .................333-2043Michael’s Cycles (HI) ...............333-2384No Limits (HI). ........................333-2087R.A.D Golf Cart Rentals (HI) ...333-2078RFM Rentals (HI) ....................333-2116Ross Rentals (HI) .....................333-2122Royal Palm (HI) ......................333-2738Sea Life 34Bahamas Ltd (SW) ..333-4890Sunday Money Rentals (HI) .....333-2573SugarApple Cart Rentals (HI) ..333-2750Sunshine Rentals (HI) ..............333-2509Swat (HI) .................................333-2071The Minister Rentals (HI) ........333-3030

CinemasGlobe Princess (GH)Every Day except Thursdays

Dive OperatorsVisit or call one of the following Dive Operators for a breathtaking dive of the

underworld in Eleuthera. DIVE SHOPSLil Shan’s Watersports ..............422-9343Ocean Fox Diving...................... 333 2323Valentine’s Dive Center (HI).......333-2080 [email protected] Bay (HI) .......................333-2325Cape Eleuthera (CE) ..................334-8500

Dive TripsBlue HolesGrouper Hole, Blow HoleTarpon Hole, White HoleCaves - The Cave/Millers ReefReefs - Glass Window Bridge, The ArchMan Island, Cistern Rock, The Devil’s Backbone, Loreto Reef, Bridge Point, Bamboo Pt., Split Reef,The Cave/Millers ReefPink House Reef, Tunnel ReefWallsCurrent Cut Dive, Plateau, Three TreesWrecks, The Cage & Hole in the Wall with Cape Eleuthera, Carnavon Wreck. Potato And Onion, Cienfuegos Wreck

EcotourismBahamas Out-Islands Adventures ..........................335-0349Island Journeys (TB) ..................334-4578Pineapple Tours (RS) .................470-7876

EntertainmentBars & Lounges / NightlifeRainbow Inn (RB) ......................335-0294Dr. Seabreeze every Friday • Happy Hour daily 5:30-6:30pm • Every month

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Rake n’ ScrapeCocodimama .............................332-3150Club 9000 (GC) ........................334-6415Daddy D’s (HI) ..........................333-3700The Beach House (GH) ..............332-3387BBQ Every SundayLive Band Every ThursdayThe Pink Elephant (TB) .............334-4440Ronnie’s Hi-D-Way (GH) ...........332-2307Seaside Club (HB) ....................335-0540Elvina’s (GT) ..............................335-5032Tippy’s Bar & Beach (PP) ...........332-3331Wind Chimes Restaurant Tarvern (PP) .........................332-1286The Corner Bar (PP) .................332-1522South Bar Club (HI) ................. 333-2293Sunset Inn Rest. & Bar (GH) .... 332 2487Gusty’s (HI) ...............................333-2165Seagrapes (HI) ...........................333-2489Jackie & the Boys ......................333-2413Vic Hum Clun (HI) ...................333-2161Barracuda’s Bar & Grill (CE) .....334-8500

FishingCapt. James McCartney (TB) .....470-2092Cape Eleuthera & Yacht Club ......................334-8500Deep Sea FishingCpt Cally (RS) ...........................557-7948

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Fishing Guides4 K’s Fisheries (WB) ..................334-0379Devon Stuart (HI) ......................422-9343Stuart Cleare (HI) ......................333-2072Herman Higgs (HI) ....................333-2372Valentines Deep Sea Charters (HI) 333-2080Addison Cooper (PP) ................332-1288Unique Capt. Z (GT) .................335-5185

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in Eleuthera to ride their bikes and raise money for cancer. It has grown into the country’s most successful charitable event, raising more than $930,000 in 4 short years for cancer care, treatment, and re-search. “It seems trite to say it now,” said Susan Larson, who along with her brother Stephen Holowesko co‐founded the Ride for Hope, “but we didn’t really know if we would pull it off.” Susan is referring to the early planning meetings held in 2005 for the first event. “We eventually decided that if only 25 people showed up we would consider that a decent start and grow from there.” The inaugural event had 101 partici-pants. Last year, event organizers, closed registration when the number of riders topped 400. Susan and Stephen make no bones about what is behind the success of the Ride for Hope inspiration. In early 2009, when presenting the Bahamas Breast Cancer Initiative with a $150,000 check,

Stephen explained, “We have grown to understand more deeply that our partici-pants are not just inspired by our event; they are themselves inspirational. A grow-ing number of them are cancer survivors. Many have lost loved ones to cancer. They carry photos, mementos, or private memo-ries with them as they journey along the roads of Eleuthera. Bonds are formed very quickly between our riders. Many who planned to ride 20 miles are inspired in unexpected ways along the route and suc-cessfully complete 50 miles instead.” Inspiration has played a huge role in the Ride for Hope becoming what it is today. Participants themselves have called the Ride for Hope “a truly inspiring weekend.” It is not uncommon to see cy-clists cross the finish line with tears of joy



Collectively, 800 cyclists, supported by an entire corps of volunteers, countless family members and friends, and a grow-ing number of very special corporate citizens, have ridden over 24,400 miles along the roads of Eleuthera and raised more than $930,000 to fight cancer.

streaming down their faces and the most eloquent participants struggling to find words to describe their experience. The success of the Ride for Hope is fueling important cancer initiatives in our country. This past year a special emphasis has been on breast cancer. Sadly, clinical studies have revealed alarming statistics in The Bahamas: 48% of women diagnosed with breast cancer are under the age of 50. Forty four percent present with Stage 3 or Stage 4 of the disease, making their chance of recovery low. Among the women who die, forty three percent are under 50 years old at the time of their death. Together with the Susan G. Komen Foundation, the Ride for Hope Bahamas has substantially underwritten the work of the Bahamas Breast Cancer Initiative (BBCI) ‐ an excit-ing, multi‐player program under‐taking promising research into the mutations of the BRCA1 gene unique to The Bahamas. Hopefully the research will be the first step in overcoming the terrible legacy of aggres-sive and deadly breast cancer in Bahamian women.

Ride for Hope retired the debt of the Cancer Caring Center in Nassau, a very special facility worth visiting ‐ where Fam-ily Island cancer patients can stay in a sup-portive and nurturing environment during treatment regimes in Nassau. In Eleuthera, the completion of the Cancer Society’s

On March 20, 2010 the Ride for Hope will re-turn to Eleuthera to celebrate its 5th Anniver-sary and once again raise funds and awareness for its compelling cause.

headquarters and clinic in Governor’s Har-bour, Eleuthera was made possible by the Ride for Hope. From this facility, impor-tant public out‐reach and screening initia-tives, including mammograms for women and prostate exams for men, are conducted to the great benefit of all communities on Eleuthera, Spanish Wells, and Harbour Is-land. Ride for Hope is also funding the Family Island Mammogram Screening Project which is first targeting high‐inci-dent communities in Eleuthera, Spanish Wells and Harbour Island. It will move to other Family Islands from there. Early screening is a proven method in early di-agnosis which leads to dramatically higher survival rates after treatment. Ride for Hope is especially proud of its fund raising record: every dollar partici-pants raise goes to the cause. This extraor-dinary accomplishment is made possible by very generous corporate sponsors who underwrite the entire cost of staging the event. If you are looking for a great cause and meaningful way to do something posi-tive for our community, participate as a rider, a volunteer, or even a supportive spectator in the 2010 Ride for Hope!


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Sean Morgan (GT) .....................335-5077Danny Rankine (SS) ..................332-6166Gersham Pinder (AT) .................335-0074Gladstone Petty (GH) ................334-2341Paul Petty (GH) .........................332-2963Joe Cleare (HI) ..........................333-2663Naaman Rolle (JC) .....................359-7166Woody Perry (SW) ....................333-4433Double D&I (WB) .....................334-0011Bonefish Jermaine (HI) ..............464-0760Sterling’s Fishing Guide (HI) .....470-8340Bonefish Stuart (HI) ..................464-0148

Fish FryDON’T FORGET TO CHECK OUT THE FRIDAY NIGHT FISH-FRY ON THE BEACH AT CUPIDS CAY

Kayaking/SnorkelingCapt. James McCartney (TB) .....432-0229Cape Eleuthera (CE) ..................334-8500Cocodimama (GH) ....................332-3150Rodney Pinder (PP) ...................332-1891Unique Village Resort (PP) ........332-1830Michaels Cycles (HI) .................333-2384Lil Shan’s Watersports (HI) ........422-9343Forty’s Sporting Rentals (PP) ......332-3730The Beach House (GH) ..............332-3387Rainbow Inn (RB) ......................335-0294

SpaThe Island Spa (HI) ...................333-3326

SurfingBahamas Out-Islands Adventures ..........................335-0349 ToursOut-Islands Adventures .............335-0349 Freedom Tours ..........................335-1700Harbour Island Tour ..................323-2166Rainbow Inn (RB) ......................335-0294Eleuthera Adventure Tours ........334-2203Pineapple Tours (RS) .................470-7876We offer the following tours: Backyard

nature Trail Tour, Rock Sound Cave Exploration Tour, Ocean Hole Tour, Landmark Tour, we also provide lunch and lounge on one of our beautiful white sandy beaches.

WatersportsLiL Shan’s Watersports .............422-9343Cocodimama (GH) ....................332-3150Valentine’s Dive Center (HI).......333-2080 [email protected] Bay (HI) .......................333-2325Cape Eleuthera (CE) ..................334-8500

WeddingsRequirements for

Destination Weddings• Must be in The Bahamas for at least 24 hours before wedding• Must fill out an application form• Must be interviewed by Administrator• Please present identification (driver’s license, passport or birth certificate)• Marriage License fee $100.00If DivorcedMust present original divorce papersIf Never Married Notary fee for affidavit swearing Spinster-ship or Bachelorhood .................... $20.00If wedding is performed by AdministratorWedding at Office ....................... $150.00Wedding elsewhere ..................... $300.00Services are available from Ministers of various denominations if required.

Wedding CaterersCape Eleuthera (CE) ..................334-8500Cocodimama (GH) ....................332-3150Unique Village Resort (PP) ........332-1830Pineapple Fields(GH) ................332-2221Romora Bay ...............................333-2325The Beach House (GH) ..............332-3387Rainbow Inn (RB) ......................335-0294

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Location: 100,000 sq. miles stretching from Bimini in the north going southeast in the AtlanticOcean to Great InaguaCapital: NassauTime: Eastern TimePopulation: 329,500 peopleHistory: Discovered by Christopher Columbus in 1492 in San Salvador. The Bahamas became a crown colony of Britain in 1717. Slavery abolished in 1838. Gained Independence in 1973.Political System: StableJuly 10th 1973 (Independence Day). Government: Governor General, Prime Minister and a parliament rules The BahamasEconomy: Main Industry: Tourism, Second Industry: Offshore Banking.

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Art GalleriesDornell’s Treasures (GH) ............332-2932 Arthur’s Bakery (HI) ..................333-2285Dilly Dally (HI) .........................333-3109John Bull (HI).........................333-2950/3Miss Mae’s (HI) ..........................333-2002Iris Lewis (HI) ...........................333-2839Luna of the Sea Gallery (RS) ......334-2738Kevin Cooper (RS).....................334-2478Princess Street Gallery (HI)........333-2788The Beach House (GH) ..............332-3387Briland Brush Strokes (HI) ........333-3069

BakeryArthur’s Bakery (HI) ..................333-2285Governors Harbour Bakery (GH) 332-2071Thompson Bakery (GT) .............335-5053Sybil’s Bakery (HI) .....................333-3011

Beauty Salon /Barbers / NailsLadazia’s Hair Care (RS) .............334-2565New Image Salon & Spa (SW) ...333-4520Klassy Kuts (PP) ........................332-1735Creative Fingers (HI) .................333-2907Zovie’s Beauty Salon (GH) .........332-2505Nails R Us (SW) ........................333-4817Majestic 9 (GH) .........................332-3764Toya’s Beauty Spot (HI) ..............333-2243

Clip & Curl (HI) .......................333-2712Personal Touch (HI) ..................333-3233 Nails Bay View Concepts (HI) ......333-2846 Fabulous Design (HI) ..........333-3232 TIS - The Island Spa (HI) ....333-3326

Books & MagazinesLiving Word Ministries Book Store (GH) ..................332-2138Eleuthera Stationery (RS) ...........334-2765Office General (GH)....................................332-2984 (HI) .....................................333-3415Dilly Dally (HI) .........................333-3109Twin Palms Book & Notions ......333-2504

BoutiqueRainbow Inn (RB) ......................335-0294Miss Mae’s (HI) ..........................333-2002Rochique’s Boutique (WB) .........334-0003Alicia’s Boutique & Gift Store (RS) .................334-2660Sand Dollar (HI) ........................333-2839Valentine Ship’s Store (HI) .........333-2142Dilly Dally (HI) .........................333-3109The Beach House (GH) ..............332-3387



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CigarsRonnie’s Hi-D-Way (GH) ...........332-2307The Beach House (GH) ..............332-3387

ClothingThe Beach House (GH) ..............332-3387Blue Rooster (HI).......................333-2240The Landing Boutique (HI) .......333-2707Princess Street Gallery (HI)........333-2788KIDZ WORLD (TB) ...................334-4539Briland Androsia (HI) ...............333-2342Eddie’s Department Store (RS) ...334-2322Barbra’s Children Wear (PP) ......332-1036Constances Fashion Den (HB) ...335-0531Daniel’s Den (HI) .......................333-2243Dorris’ Drygoods (HI) ................333-2372Lemmie’s Secret (HI)..................333-3379Dress for Less ............................456-3977Rainbow Inn (RB) ......................335-0294Valentine Ship’s Store (HI) .........333-2142Dilly Dally (HI) .........................333-3109Island Made (GT) ......................335-5369Bahamian Shells & Tings (HI) ...333-2839Willams Men & Boys Shoes (HI) .................333-2306Top of The Line (HI) .................333-3641Out Island Outfitters (CE) .........334-8500

Coffee ShopsBahama Coffe Co (CE) ...............334-8500

ComputersComputer & Tings (SW) ...........333-4590

Construction CompaniesAustin Knowles Construction ....332-1577

Customs BrokerageElite Customs (RS) ....................332-3066Ashley’s Customs (RS) ...............334-2855Paul Simmons Custom Brokers (GH) ......................332-2571N U A Insurance Agents & Brokers (GH) ...................332-1556Harbourside Custom Brokerage (SW) .....................333-5022

Diving & Snorkeling GearEleuthera Fish & Farm (RS) ......334-2489Clear Water Dive Shop (GH) .....332-2146Pierre’s Dive Shop (Current Cut) .....................335-3284Romora Bay Dive Shop (HI) ......333-2323Ocean Fox Dive Davis Harbor (WB) ..............334-6300Juice Mon (HI) ..........................333-2663Valentine’s Ship’s Store (HI) .......333-2142Valentine’s Dive Shop (HI) .........333-2080

Drinking WaterLutra Pure Drinking Water & Ice .........................335-0495

Fruits & VegetablesPercentie’s Fruit & Veg (HI) ...333-2245

Florists/ NurseryEleuthera Florist (GH) ...........332-2334Evergreen Nursery (RS) .............334-2281Green Thumb Nursery & Garden Supplies (GH) .........332-2647Awesome Blossoms (SS) ............332-6351

Gift ShopsBriland Androsia (HI) ................333-2342Doris Dry Goods .......................333-2372Sugar Mills ................................333-2173Bahamian Shells & Tings ...........333-2839Dilly Dally (HI) .........................333-3109The Beach House (GH) ..............332-3387Sunset Gift Shop (HI) ................333-2751Rainbow Inn (RB) ......................335-0294

Grocery Stores Berts For the Best (TB)...............334-4253Bethel Millards (PP) ...................332-1239Big Rock General (JC) ................335-6008Casey’s Snacks (HI) ....................333-3303

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DD Variety Stores (TB) ..............334-4273Discount JC (JC) ........................335-6049East & Final .............................335-6570Eleuthera Supply (GH) ..............332-2728Food Fair (SW) .........................333-4675Garnet Brown Food Store (GC) .334-6009Hall’s Variety Store (RS) .............334-2004Highway Mini Mart (GH) ..........332-3586Johnson’s Grocery (HI) ..............333-2279Monica’s Dis ‘n’Dat (GT) ............335-5664Piggly Wiggly Food Store (HI) ...333-2120Pinders Supermarket (SW) ........333-4049Sands Entereprises (PP) .............332-1662Sawyers (RS) .............................334-2123Sawyers (HI)..............................333-2358Smack Wholesale (PP) ...............332-1453The Marketplace (RS) ................334-2254The Ship’s Store at Valentines (HI) ..................333-2142 Tip Top Conv. Store (HI) .....333-2251Thompson Brother’s SuperMarket ..........................335-5009

Hardware Stores/Home CentersBayview .....................................334-4180Tarpum Bay Shopping (TB) .......334-4022Rock Sound Hardware

& Building Supplies ............334-2253Unique Hardware (PP) .............332-1288Monte’s Hardware (LB) ..............335-1774Lord Byron Building Supplies (GH) .....................332-3476Eleuthera Supply (RS) ...............332-2728The Lumber Shed (RS) ..............334-2031Dingles (RS) ..............................334-2031Buywise Hardware & Appliances (TB) ................334-4180Bethel’s Bargain Barn (JC) ..........335-6404Chacara Lumber (HI) ................333-2176Thompson’s Plumbing (HI) .......333-2335Carlette’s Variety Store (HI) ........333-3231Island Block & Concrete (SW) ..333-4799InsuranceEleuthera Insurance Agents & Brokers (RS) ............334-2203Island Insurance (PP) ................332-0380

Harbour Island’s Unique Boutiquespecializing in Bahamian made ‘tings

photography • ceramics • clothing • gifts • souvenirs

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Native souvenirs at Harboursidein Spanish Wells

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Internet Services (wireless)Papa George’s Pizza (TB) ............334-4076The Beach House (GH) ..............332-3387Rainbow Inn (RB) ......................335-0294Haynes Library (GH) .................332-2877

JewelleryJohn Bull (HI)............................333-2950Roberts Jewelry (SW) ................333-4102Faith for Life (RS) ......................334-2855Forever Beautiful Body (RS) .......334-2197Valentine Ship’s Store (HI) .........333-2142Island Made (GT) ......................335-5369The Beach House (GH) ..............332-3387Dilly Dally (HI) .........................333-3109Rainbow Inn (RB) ......................335-0294

LandscapersDoyle Sands (PP) .......................551-9796

LiquorMr. Bones (GT) ..........................335-5489Sturrup Liquor Store (RS) ..........334-2219Burns House #1 (RS) .................334-2250Burns House # 2 (Bluff) .............335-1586Burns House Wholesale (HI) .....333-2373Butler & Sands (GH) .................332-2328Ronnie’s Hi-D-Way (GH) ...........332-2307Jean Bay Liquor Store (Bluff) .....335-3312Briland Booze (HI).....................333-2645Bristol Wines & Spirits (HI) .....................................333-2645 (GH)....................................332-3663Burrows 1 Stop Liquors (GH) ....332-2310Bayside Liquor Store (HI) ..........333-2470Cash’s Liquor Store (HI) ............333-2084Grants Liquor Store (HI) ...........333-2531

Marine StoresManual Dive Station (SW) .........333-4495On-site Marine (SW) .................333-4382Ronald’s Marine (SW) ................333-4021Complete Marine Services (SW) 333-4462Spanish Wells Marine Hardware (SW) ...................333-4122

Native Arts & Crafts Almond Tree Arts & Crafts Shop (RS) ..............334-2385The Islander Shop (SW) ............333-4104North Eleuthera Craft & Snacks (LB) .....................335-1700Rebecca’s Gift Shop (GT) ...........335-5436Dornell’s Treasures (GH) ............332-2932Dilly Dally (HI) .........................333-3109The Beach House (GH) ..............332-3387Rainbow Inn (RB) ......................335-0294

Spanish Wells CraftsThe Quilt Shop • Idy’s Handmade Quilts

Oliver’s Straw Work • Sarah’s Souvenirs & Straw Work • Borden’s Shell Tings • Ponderosa Shell Shop • Julie’s Shell CraftsRoddie’s Wood Work • Theron’s Hand Painted Plaques

Non-Profit OrganizationsIsland Journeys (TB) ..................334-4578Governors Harbour Sailing Club ...........................554-6950Bahamas Methodist Habitat ....... 335.6210

242.393.3726(BCMC) PerfumesNorma’s Gift Shop (GH) ...........332-2002John Bull (HI)............................333-2950

Pet SuppliesEleuthera Fish & Farm (RS) ......334-2489

PharmacyWesley Johnson Drugs (LB) .......335-1026Briland Pharmacy (HI)...............333-3427Food Fair Pharmacy (SW) ........333 -4677

PhotographyMagic Photo (SW) .....................333-5300Theresa’s Photography (GH) ......332-2992Dilly Dally (HI) .........................333-3109Briland Photo ............................333-3496

Professional ServicesAttorneyJohnson & Co. .........................332-2584Peter G. Fletcher.............. (242) 322-2871MPLaw Chambers .......... (242) 326-2730

Sandals & ShoesNorma’s Gift Shop (GH) ............332-2002Sands Enterprises (PP) ...............332-1662Valentine Ship’s Store (HI) .....333-2142Dilly Dally (HI) .........................333-3109Rainbow Inn (RB) ......................335-0294

Service StationsHighway Service Station (GH) ...332-2077

SouvenirsIsland Made (GT) ......................335-5369Dilly Dally (HI) .........................333-3109Bahamian Shells & Tings (HI) ...333-2839Valentines Ship’s Store (HI) ........333-2142Dornell’s Treasures (GH) ............332-2932Rainbow Inn (RB) ......................335-0294

Travel AgenciesDestinations (GH) .....................332-2720Traverus Travel (HI) ...................333-3604

Bahama Coffee Company at Cape Eleuthera ................. 334-8500Casual full service dining with a magnifi-cent ocean view and gorgeous sunsets. Enjoy local lobster, fish, steaks, chops, burgers, salads and Bahamian dishes. An excellent rendezvous for cocktails. Fine wine list available. Featuring Bahamian breads, desserts, deli and NY style piz-zeria. Specialty fresh roasted coffees, cappuccinos, espressos and teas. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner All day every day 7a-10p. Cuban cigars.

Cocodimama ........................... 332-3150 Cocodimama located at Alabaster BayBreakfast lunch and dinner in a whole Mediterranean atmosphere. The expe-rienced Italian chef will delight your palate with authentic and creative recipes combining the best fresh products of the island with the finest imported Italian

food. Serving a temptuous fine dining menu of refreshing Appetizers and Salads, Homemade Pasta, Fresh Fish, Seafood and Homemade Desserts. The restaurant features a beautiful terrace overlooking the ocean, the perfect spot to taste a unique selection of Italian and international wines, enjoy cocktails and drinks while marveling at spectacu-lar sun set’s. Take outs for boaters and day trippers are available at lunch time:

diningFor delicious tastes of the islands... choose from one of our many

Bahamian, American and European eateries!


Outdoor Dining at Cape Eleuthera

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For delicious tastes of the islands... choose from one of our many Bahamian, American and European eateries!


Homemade focaccia sandwiches and burgers along with small salads and sweet treats are the perfect “lunch box” for tour-ists on the go.

Rainbow Inn ............................ 335-0294 Rainbow Inn is a tranquil island retreat located in North Eleuthera. It is a family-run establishment owned and op-erated by Richard and Rhonda Waserman, formerly of Ottawa, Canada. They and their family would like to share their new found paradise with all who seek a place and time of renewal. At present, Rainbow Inn currently provides accommodations in seven units and four studio rooms. The Rainbow Inn Restaurant and Bar

has proven to be a lively hub for the residents of Rainbow Bay, other locals and visitors alike. The restaurant offers a charming ambiance and delicious, mouth watering local cuisine as well as other dishes including a revered New York sirloin steak. It also boast of an Organic Fresh garden, where you can choose your own vegetables for your salad. In addi-tion, you will enjoy lively native music by local celebrity, Dr. Sea Breeze who brings down the house on Friday and Saturday evenings. Also check out the new Bou-tique.

Romora Bay’s Restaurants ........ 333-2325Hilltop Terrace Restaurant at Romora Bay is open seasonally for dinner, November through April, serving a temptuous fine dining menu of Fresh Fish and Seafood, Allen Brothers Steaks, and the finest in Fresh, Organic Ingredients.

Banks Road, Governors Harbour,French Leave Beach

Open 7 days a week, serving all day from 12noon

332-3387 www.thebeachhouserestaurant.netemail: [email protected]

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Sunsets Bar & Grill at Romora Bay is open 7 days a week and year round for breakfast, lunch and dinner, 11am - 10pm. Serving a casual fare of contempo-rary Caribbean Bahamian and American dishes. Full of great, appetizers, salads, sandwiches, and the like…Sunset’s is home to Harbour Island’s coldest drink, the Frozen Goombay Smash, and the most desired spot on all of Harbour Island to see the Sunset!

The Coffee & Newspaper Shop at Romora Bay is open seasonally, November through May, serving the island’s finest specialty coffees, espressos, & cappuccinos…along with daily newspaper service of the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USA

Today. The Coffee Shop also boasts a lovely collection of Starbucks Patisserie, Bahamian Books, Spa Amenities, and Spe-cialty Gift Novelties….all this along with complimentary Wireless Internet Access!!

Tippy’s Beach, Bar & Restaurant.(GH) ....... 332-3331Tippy’s, an ocean side bistro is already considered one of the hottest restaurants in all of the Bahamas. According to the New York Times, Tippy’s is “at the center of the Island’s emerging social whirl”. USA Today called Tippy’s “one of the best beach bars anywhere”. Tippy’s is open for both lunch and dinner with live music on the weekends during season.

GOVERNOR’S HARBOUR • PALMETTO PT JAMES CISTERN • HATCHET BAY

Buccaneer Club Restaurant • 332-2000 B, L & D -Cocodimama • 332-3150 B, L & D YesDJ’s Take-A-Way • 335-6566 L & D -Dolcevita at RunAway Bay Marina • 332 0220 L & D YesFour Friends Restaurant • 332-3488 D -Guinep Tree Restaurants & Bar • 332-3074 L & D - Kel-d’s Bar & Grill • 335-6061 B, L & D -Lee’s Cafe in James Cistern • 335-6444 L & D - Mate & Jenny’s Pizza Restaurant & Bar • 332-1504 L & D YesPina Cafe & Deli • 332-3350 L -Quality Inn Cigatoo • 332-3060 B, L& D Yes Rainbow Inn, Steakhouse Rest. & Bar • 335-0294 B, L & D -Sunset Inn • 332-248 L & D -The Bistro at Sky Beach Club • 332-3422 B, L & D Yes The Country Cafe (PP) • 332-0100Tippy’s Restaurant, Bar & Beach • 332-3331 L & D YesUnique Village Restaurant & Bar • 332-1830 B, L & D YesThe Country Cafe (NPP) • 332-0100Waidie’s Outback (GH) 332-3803 L & D -

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NEW The Beach House (GH) • 332-3387 L & D YesNEW Front Porch Delights (HB) •335-0727 B & L

GREGORY TOWNCambridge Restaurant & Lounge • 335-5080 B, L & D -Elvina’s Bar & Restaurant • 335-5032 B, L & D -Surfers Beach Manor, Restaurant & Bar • 335-5300 B, L & D YesCush’s Place • 335-5301 L & D -Laughing Lizzard • 470-6992 L

HARBOUR ISLANDAcquapazza Wine Bar & Ristorante • 333-3240 L & D YesOpen 11am - 5pm (Lunch) 5-10pm Dinner Avery’s Takeaway • 333-3126 B, L & D -Baretta’s Rest. • 333-2361 B, L & D YesBayside Restaurant (HI) •333-2174 B, L & D -Brian’s Grill & Jerk • 333-3051 DCoral Sands “ The Terrace” Restaurant • 333-2350 B, L & D YesDebbie’s Takeaway • 333-2626 B -Dunmore Beach Club • 333-2200 B, L & D YesDunmore Deli •333-2644 L

The Bistro at Sky Beach Club ................332-3422The Bistro is Sky Beach Club’s exclusive dining experience that combines the zest of the islands with the international cuisine and flavors to create an island ex-perience that you won’t soon forget. Daily specials inspired by the local catch and traditional dishes with a twist will keep you wanting more.

The Beach House (GH) ............ 332-3387The Beach House invites everyone to experience the essence of island flavour. Soak up the sun, walk the pink sand beach, step up to our decks to sip exotic cocktails and dine on our delicious tapas. The sound of the waves is the sound of freedom. Join us at The Beach House, Eleuthera.



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Elsie’s Takeaway •333-3319 B, L & D -Harry O’s Takeaway • 333-3478 B, L & D Linc’s Takeaway • 333-3286 L Ma Ruby’s Rest. Tingum Village •333-2161 L & D YesPink Sands •333-2030 YesRock House •333-2053 B, L & D YesSunsets Bar & Grille • 333-2325 B, L & D Yescasual fare, Open 7 days a week 11am - 10pmRunaway Hill Club • 333-2150 B, L & D YesSeaview Takeaway •333-2542 B, L & D - Sip Sip • 333-3316 L YesStarfish Restaurant • 333-2174 The Harbour Lounge • 333-2031 L & D YesThe Landing Hotel & Restaurant • 333-2707 L & D YesTingum Village • 333-2161 B, L & D -Tropic Hut Rest. & Ice Cream Parlour • 333-3700 L & D Valentine’s Waterfront Rest. & Bar • 333-2142 B, L & D Yes

ROCK SOUNDNort’Side Eleuthera Restaurant • 334-2573 L & D -Rock Sound Club •334-2700 -Sammy’s Restaurant & Bar • 334-2121 B, L & D -The Haven Bakery & Restaurant • 332-2155 L & D -4 Points Marina Village • Coco Plums Rest. & Bar • 334-2962Aunt Eds Place (RS) 334-2953

SPANISH WELLSAnchor Snack Bar - 333-4023 B, L & D -Teen Planet - 333-5551/3 B, L & D -Eagle’s Landing - 333-4955The Generation Gap - 333-4464 B, L & D -

TARPUM BAYBarbie’s Snack & Notions • 334-4028 B, L & D -Ingraham’s • 334-4066 B, L & D -Jackies •334-4130 L & D -Papa George’s Pizza & Internet Cafe • 334-4076 L & D -

WEMYSS BIGHT/DEEP CREEKShip to Shore • 334-0111 B, L & D -Sheryl’s Restaurant •334-8111 L & D -

CAPE ELEUTHERABarracuda’s Beach Bar & Grill • 334-8500 L & D YesBahama Coffee Co. • 334-8500 B, L & D Yes


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InvestingTop reasons to invest here!Stable Economy - Moderate rate of inflation, rising employment and strengthened reserves all point to our stable economy.No direct taxes - on profits, income, capital gains, corporate earnings, sales, inheritance or dividends.Bahamian Currency - one-on-one to USD makes far easier transactions.Time - Eastern Standard Time - this makes work day transactions possible for those doing business in New York, London or Geneva.Climate - the beautiful clear waters,sun, sand and beaches.

Real Estate ListingsAsa Bethel Real Estate (GH) ....... 332-1305Sky Beach Club .............800-605-9869www.skybeachclub.comThis luxurious gated resort community is situated on 22 acres of beautiful beach-front property. This development features 3200-square-foot, four-bedroom, four-bath villas with private pools. Homes are fully furnished with custom furnishings, brand name appliances and WiFi. Ameni-ties include a secluded pink sand beach, an infinity edge beachfront pool with swim-up cocktail bar, restaurant, and 24-hour security. Homes start at $1.5 million. Custom home lots are also available.

Bahamas Realty (HI) .................. 333-2201Bahamas Vacation Homes (HI) ....................... 333-4080 Banana Beach Estate .................. 332-2037Bahamas Sand Real Estate (GH) 332-1651Buena Vista Designs (SS) ........... 332-6058

TheInternationalPersonsLandholdingActpassedin1993madeiteasierfornon-Bahamiansandcompaniesundertheircontroltoownproperty. 1.Anon-Bahamianorpermanentresi-dentwhopurchasesoracquiresaninterestinacondominiumorpropertytobeusedbyhimasasinglefamilydwellingorforconstructionofsuchdwellingmustapplytothesecretarytotheInvestmentBoardtoregisterthepurchase.ApplicationforRegis-trationFormImustbefiledwiththeMinistryofFinancialService&Investments,alongwithproofofownershipandpaymentofstampdutyandrealpropertytax,andbankersdraft/postalmoneyorderfor$25.00madepayabletothePublicTreasury. 2.Uponreceiptoftheabovetheacquisitionisregisteredandacertificateofregistrationissued. 3.Apermittoacquirepropertyisrequiredifthepropertyisundevelopedlandandthepurchaserwouldbecometheowneroffiveormorecontiguousacres.Apermitisalsorequiredifthenon-Bahamianintendstoacquirelandoraninterestthereinbywayoffreeholdorleasehold,whentheacquisitionisnotinaccordancewith(1). 4.Non-BahamianswhoownhomesinTheBahamasmayapplytothedirectorofimmigrationforanannualhomeowner’sresi-dencecard.Thisentitlestheowner,spouseanddependentchildrentoenterandremaininTheBahamasforthedurationofthevalid-ityofthecard.Thisisintendedtofacilitateentrybutdoesnotconferresidentstatus. AllapplicationsforpermitsalongwithfeesmadepayabletothePublicTreasuryshouldbesubmittedtotheMinistryofFinan-cialServices&InvestmentsforconsiderationbytheInvestmentBoard.

FeeScheduleApplicationforregistration-............ $25.00Applicationforpermit-..................... $25.00Uponissuanceofcertificateofregistrationorissueofpermitwhere:1.Propertyvalued*at$50,000andunder.....$50.002.Propertyvaluedbetween$50,000and$101,000....................................................$75.003.Propertyvaluedabove$101,000................................................. $100.00

Annualhomeowner’sresidencecard-..................................... $500.00*Valueinrelationtoaleaseistheannualrentreservedtimesthenumberofyears

WhatisStampDuty? Althoughtherearenotaxesoncapitalgains,inheritance,corporateandpersonalin-come,dividendsandinterestinTheBahamasthereareRealPropertyTaxandStampDuty. AonetimeStampDutyispayableonrealestatetransactionscalculatedonthevalueofpropertywhichisnotalwaysthe

salepriceandisaprerequisitetohavingyourownershipregistered.

TheGovernmentStampTaxonPropertyConveyances

ThegovernmentStampDutyonthepropertyconveyanceorrealtytransferisgradedasfol-lows:Upto&IncludingStampDuty$0-$20,000.00.................................................. 2%$20,000.01-$50,000.00..................................4%$50,000.01-$100,000.00................................6%$100,000.01-$250,000.00.............................8%Over$250,000.00.........................................10% In property sales the vendor and thepurchasereachpayhalftheStampDutyunlessotherwiseagreed.

RealPropertyTaxInrespectofowner-occupiedpropertyupto$250,000........................................exempt$250,000-$500,000.................................. 3/4%$500,0001ormore........................................1%InrespectofunimprovedpropertyotherthanunimprovedpropertyexemptbyvirtueofSection39oftheRealPropertyTaxActupto$3,000................................................... $30$3001-$100,000.............................................1%$100,001ormore...................................11/2%Inrespectofanyotherproperty:upto$500,000................................................ 1%$500,001ormore.........................................2%

OtherFeesThelawyerwhopreparestheconveyancetypicallychargesafeeof21/2%ofthesaleprice.Realestateagentschargea6%commis-siononthesaleofdevelopedand10%unde-velopedresidentialorcommercialproperty.

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Buttonwood Reserve ...........239-482-8173Bay Estates & Villas Ltd(RS) ...... 334-2826 Damianos [email protected](GH) Johnathan Morris .......... 332-2820(GH) Angelika Bacchus .......... 332-3382(SW) Darin Sands .............. at 557-7071Eleuthera Properties ............... 332-2539French Leave .......................... 332-3616www.frenchleaveresort.comImagine.the old Bahamas.Idyllic. A less hectic world where less, is actually more. A boutique resort that will abound in luxurious amenities and service, while remaining respectful to the Bahamian culture, the sense of scale, the environment and,committed to devel-oping the most sought after site in the Bahamas, the right way. Our architecture is not influenced by where we come from as developers; it’s influenced by what we found so charming on Eleuthera and, throughout the Bahamas. This is not an-other “billion dollar” mega resort catering to the mass market. No, this is something

different. This is the start of something.old again. And this is simply.French Leave.

HG [email protected] (GH) ............................... 332-2503 (HI) ................................. 333-3375

Island Real Estate (HI) ............... 333-2278Isle of Freedom ......................... 334-4358Rosita Real Estate (HI) ............... 333-2471Valentine Villas & Marina (HI) ........... 954-929-5750Romora Bay (HI) .................... 333-2325Rock Sound Properties Real Estate (RS) ......334-2203Villa Rentals ................... 877-GO-SAAND

Law FirmsJohnson & Co. (GH) ................. 332-2584Nassau Peter G. Fletcher ..............(242) 322-2871MP Law Chambers ................... 333-4072

Adventurer’s Resort (SW)....... 333-4883Atlantic Suites (GH) .............. 332-1882Bucanneer Club (GH) ............ 332-2000Barettas Seashell Inn (HI) ...... 333-2361

Cape Eleuthera Resort & Yacht Club (CE) ......334-8500http://www.capeeleuthera.comIntimate, secluded and exclusive, Cape Eleuthera ’s spectacular setting blends an authentic island atmosphere with all the contemporary amenities you’ve come to expect. Less than 220 miles east of the Florida coast, Cape Eleu-thera ’s convenient location is ideal for a weekend island getaway or maybe a lifetime.



Cambridge Villas (GT) ........... 335-5080Cartwright’s Ocean Front Cottages (TB) .................. 334-4215Charming Resort (GH) ......... 332-3150

Cocodimama (GH) ..............332-3150http://www.cocodimama.comEnjoy our 12 spacious beachfront guest rooms are located in three Bahamian style cottages with covered verandas, wonderful ocean views, and the beach at your doorstep.Coral Sands Hotel (HI) .......... 333-2350Dunmore Beach Club (HI) ..... 333-2200Eagle One Motel (HI) ............ 333-2667Ethel’s Cottages (TB) .............. 334-4233Green Castle Motel (GC) ....... 334-6269

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Guinep Tree Motel Inn (GH) . 332-3074Hilltop View (RS) .................. 334-2123Hillside Manor (PP) ............... 332-0099Hilton’s Haven Motel Restaurant & Bar (TB) ........ 334-4125Hut Pointe (GH) ..................332-3616Ingraham’s Beach Inn (TB) ..... 334-4066Lateras Palmetto Resort (PP) .. 332-1386Lynn & Lyle’s Seaview Cottage (RS) ..................... 470-7876Marissa’s Motel Suites (GC) ... 334-6012Munroe’s Cottages (TB) .......... 334-4245Northside Ocean Resort (RS) . 334-2573Paradise Sands (PP) ............... 332-3766Ocean Club Condominiums (GH) ..... 332-3039Ocean View Club (HI) ........... 333-2276Outpost Eleuthera (GH) ........ 332-3039Palmetto Shores Vacation Villas (PP) ........... 332-1403Rainbow Inn Restaurant, Steakhouse & Bar ..........335-0294http://www.rainbowinn.comSee photo top page 38Richard & Carmen’s Motel ..... 332-2591Rock House (HI) ................... 333-2053

Romora Bay Club (HI) .........333-2325http://www.romorabay.comRomora Bay – The island’s most quaint hotel, along with the island’s most wonderful Breakfast, Lunch, and Din-ner! Located on the sunny, protected bay side of Harbour Island, where each Sunset is a unique experience of beauty in the Caribbean. The hotel boasts all ocean view rooms, updated décor, private patios and balconies, and the friendliest staff on the island!

Royal Palm Hotel (HI) ........... 333-2735Runaway Hill Club (HI) ....... 333-2150Sammy’s Place (RS) ................ 334-2121Sea Side Inn (DC) .................. 334-8179Sea View Motel (TB) .............. 335-1287Seven Gables Estates ............. 335-0070

Sky Beach Club ...................332-3422http://www.skybeachclub.comSouth Bar Club (HI) .............. 333-2293Sugar Apple Rentals (HI) ....... 333-2750Sunny Acres Motel (WB) ...... 334-0097


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Sunset Inn (GH) .................... 332-2487Surfer’s Beach Manor ............. 335-5300Pink Sands (HI) ..................... 333-2030Pineapple Cottages (RS) ......470-7876

Pineapple Fields (GH) ...... 332-2221http://www.pineapplefields.comFeatured as one of the “hot” new bou-tique hotels in Caribbean by the New York Times, Travel and Leisure and Caribbean Travel & Life , the resort’s 1 and 2-bedroom condos feature all the comforts of a cool yet unpretentious Island home including fully equipped kitchens , washer and dryer, and front & back verandahs with teak furniture. Should you need a “fix”, the condos also

boost satellite TV , AC, and wire-less high-speed internet.The property features an-oversized pool, acres of lush tropical landscape, gourmet Deli, boutique and sporting/rental shop.

Quality Inn Cigatoo (GH) ...... 332-3060The Cove Eleuthera ............... 335-5142The Duck Inn (GH) ............... 332-2608The Landing (HI) .................. 333-2707The Rock Sound Club (RS) .... 334-2700Tingum Village Hotel (HI) ..... 333-2161Tropical Dreams Motel Resort (PP) ............... 332-163

Unique Village Resort (PP) ..332-1830http://ww.uniquevillage.com


Spanish Wells Harbourside Rentals (SW) ................................. 333-5022http://www.spanishwellsharboursiderentals.comThe apartments feature 1 bedroom, 1 bath, living room and a full kitchen for all of your vacation rental needs. The prices below cover all utilities including air conditioning, internet and cable tele-vision. Browse some interior shots and water views from Harbourside apart-ments.

Valentines Resort (HI) .........333-2142http://www.valentinesresort.comValentines Resort & Marina is an upscale resort that attracts people of true taste and a love for life from all over the world. Boat enthusiasts, yacht owners, even families with a flair for the finer things in life all find their way to Valentines. And no matter your age you will fall in love with our powder-soft beaches - tinted pink by crushed coral and sea shells.

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Romora Bay Resort & Marina

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Cape Eleuthera Resort& Yacht Club 19 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3(CE) 334-8500

Davis Harbour Marina 30 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3(WB) 334-6303

Harbour Island Club & Marina 23 3 3 3 3 3 X X 3(HI) 333-2427 Closed Sept-15-Nov.14

Spanish Wells Yacht Haven 40 3 3 3 3 3 X X 3(SW) 333-4255

Valentine’s Resort & Marina 39 3 3 3 3 3 X 3 3(HI) 333-2142

Romora Bay Resort & Marina 40 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3(HI) 333-2325

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ATM MachinesVisitors to Eleuthera can get cash 24 hours a day. ATM’s Operated by Royal Bank of Canada, Scotiabank (Bah) Ltd and First Caribbean International Bank that provide convenient banking services 24 hours a day.

Entry RequirementsAirlinesArrival:Each visitor must fill out a Bahamian Immigration form and retain the de-tachable portion for departure. Customs declarations are oral. See Bahamas Customs this section.Departure:Departures to US must go through US Customs pre-clearance.Boats:A fee of $150 is payable for entry for boats 35 feet and under and $300 for boats 36 feet and over. This fee is valid for two entries during a 90-day period. This includes government taxes and fishing permits for four (4) persons. Each additional person is charged $15. Upon arrival at the port of entry, visitors must clear Customs and Immigration. The flying of a yellow quarantine flag will notify Cus-toms of your arrival. Until the vessel is cleared, no one except the captain is allowed to leave the boat. All passengers must have proof of citizenship and fill out an immigration card. If you have a firearm on board, this must be declared to Customs along with serial number, manufacturer and exact count of ammunition. The firearm cannot be taken ashore unless permis-sion is obtained from the Bahamian police before hand.

General InformationBahamas Ports of EntryEleuthera government docks at Gover-nor’s Harbour, North Eleuthera/Harbour Island, Rock Sound, Spanish Wells, Hatcht Bay and Current.

Banking HoursBanks are open Monday-Thursday 9:30a.m.-3:00p.m.Fridays 9:30a.m.-4:30p.m.

Scotiabank Bahamas Limited (LB) ................................. 335-1400 (RS) ................................. 334-2620Royal Bank of Canada (GH) ............................ 332-2856/8 (HI) ................................. 333-2250 (SW) ................................ 333-4131First Caribbean Bank (GH) ...............................332-2300

CommunicationsRadio ZNS 1540 AM104.5 FM100.3jamz FMLocal and national programming and advertising. 24 hours broadcast

CurrencyLocal currency includes a 11/2 dollar, 1, 3, 5, 10, 20, 50 and 100 dollar bills.

Exchange RatesThe Bahamian dollar is pegged to the US dollar. There is a conversion fee charged at the banks

Eleuthera Tourist OfficeGovernor’s HarbourMs. Jackie Gibson - ManagerGovernor’s HarbourEleuthera, Bahamas Phone: 242-332-2142Fax: 242-332-2480

Harbour Island OfficeJune CartwrightHarbour Island Tourist OfficePhone: 242-333-2621www.harbourisland.bahamas.comwww.bahamas.com

HealthThe Ministry of Health operates the Gov-ernment Clinic in Governor’s Harbour, Harbour Island, Spanish Wells, Rock Sound, Tarpum Bay and Wemyss Bight.

General InformationForurgentassistancewhileyoustayinTheBahamas&Eleuthera

CalltheBahamasMinistryofTourismHelplineat(242)326-HELP(4357)


In cases where emergencies or more medical services are needed patients are flown to Princess Margaret Hospital or Doctors Hospital in Nassau. Illegal ItemsStrict laws and penalties apply for pos-session of dangerous drugs and firearms. Any drugs considered dangerous includ-ing marijuana brings stiff fines and even jail terms if found in the possession of unauthorized persons.

ImmigrationAn immigration card is issued to all visitors to The Bahamas upon ar-rival. Once you have filled out the top section, the bottom part is returned to you for use upon your departure. Beginning January 23, 2007, ALL persons, including U.S. citizens, traveling by air between the United States and Canada, Mexico, Central and South America, the Caribbean, and Ber-muda will be required to present a valid passport, Air NEXUS card, or U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Document, or an Alien Registration Card, Form I-551, if applicable. Citizens of the US, Canada and the UK do not require a passport if their stay is less than three weeks. However they are required to have a photo identification, birth cer-tificate and a return ticket. Please note that the back of the immigration card provides the Ministry of Tourism with an excellent opportunity to sample our visitors and receive their feedback. This enables us to provide a first rate travel experience for our visitors. As of Decem-ber 2006 American citizens need pass-ports to reenter United States.

PostageYou can find a post office in every settle-ment who provide services for airmail-ing to North America, Europe Canadas and the rest of the world. Services are also available for regular surface mail along with courier services using Fed-eral Express, and DHL. Postcards are 65 cents to US, UK and Canada. Airmail letters (one-half ounce) 75 cents for US and Canada, 80 cents to Europe

Shopping HoursStore hours vary. Most stores open Monday-Saturday 7a.m-6p.m. Grocery stores open on Sunday from 7a.m-10a.m.

TaxesThere is no sales tax in The Bahamas. However, there are other forms of taxes that may apply during your trip to The Bahamas. Hotel room tax of 6%-12% will be added to your bill at time of check out.

Taxi OperatorsAvian Morley Taxi # 160 (RS) .357-3301 or 334-2962Amos At YOur Service (NE) .. 422-9130Hasting Rolle (HB) ................ 551-0997Creswell Taxi Service (LB) ..... 464-0777Stanton Cooper Sunshine Tours (GH) ....... 332-1575Clement Cooper Taxi (GH) .... 332-1726Friendly Bob (DC) ................. 359-7806Authur Nixon (PP) ............... 359-7879Hilton Johnson Taxi & Car Rental (JC) ............ 335-6241Tommy Pinder Taxi & Car Rental (GH) .......... 332-2568Cash’s Taxi & Car Rental (LB) ............ 335-1096Neville Major Taxi & Car Rental (HI) ............ 333-2361Big Daddy Taxi ...................... 332-1592Winsett Cooper, • JP Services availableReggie Major (HI) .................. 333-2166TelevisionCable is provided by Cable Bahamas throughout entire island of Eleuthera. Major networks and news channels are available including ZNS1.

TelephonesBTC provides a 100% digital switching system that allows communication with over 100 countries. Other services are fax, telex, cellular and satellite. Phone cards are available.Roaming features are available and will be billed through your home carrier. Batelnet owned by BTC is the major internet service provider.

TemperaturesWe enjoy a sub-tropical temperature year round. Water temperature ranges from the low 80s in the summer to the mid-70s in the winter

Traffic RulesKEEP LEFT. Seat belts are mandatory. If you are walking where there is no side-walk, face oncoming traffic.

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What to wearHow to pack for your trip to The Baha-mas depends on the time of year, where you plan to stay and what you plan to do. Summer wear is appropriate for day and evening. In the evening, depending on your choice of restaurant and activi-ties, you can dress casually.

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Wesley Methodist ChurchTarpum Bay Tarpum Methodist Church is believed to be the oldest church in the settlement. It was erected in 1809 by Rev. Turton.The walls are 2 feet thick. The church bell was given by J. W. Culmer, a leader citizens of the settlement. Mr. Culmer

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took the bell from one of his pineapple schooners. Methodist Work initially began in Tarpum Bay in 1806 by Rev. Turton. By 1812 three quarters of the inhabit-ants were member of the Tarpum Bay Security. This did not last long and it was not until a new wooden chapel was built in 1837 that encouraged signs in morals, and spiritual depths of Church attendance were seen. St. Patrick’s Anglican (Episco-pal) Church Dedicated in 1892 with its historic pipe organ, beautiful tabernacle (which is the most beautiful in the country), and gothic architecture, is one of the favorite tourist attractions.

Church Of God Of Prophecy The church was built in 1956.

Lighthouse Church Of God The church was built in 1955. The inter-national Headquarters for the church is in Cleveland, Tennessee, USA.St. Patrick’s Anglican (Episcopal)

Global Outreach Ministries Services held Sundays at 11am and 7pm “Walk in the Word” Tuesdays at 7pm Prayer meetings Wednesdays and Satur-days at 6am.Wesley Methodist (Cupid’s Cay)

Wesley Methodist ChurchPalmetto Point Tel (242) 332 1901St. Gregory’s Catholic Church

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