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Welcome to Grand Bahama
Island!
You can look forward to a memorable mix of historic charm, modern attractions and ecological wonders on your visit to Grand Bahama Island. There's truly something for everyone. The warm welcome you'll receive is just extra insurance that you'll return again and again.
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About Grand Bahama Island
• One of the northernmost islands of The Bahamas. Only 55 miles from Florida
• 4th largest island in The Bahamas
• The second most populated island in the Bahamas (over 50,000 in 2010)
• Approx. 96 miles (154 km) long west to east and 17 miles (27 km) at its widest point north to south.
• The island consists of the 3 destination experiences. Freeport/Lucaya, East Grand Bahama and West Grand Bahama
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Bahamas Celebration Getting Here
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• Within easy reach of all major U.S.
destinations
• 11,000 ft. runway
• Smooth traffic flow
• United States pre-clearance facilities
• ICAO & TSA certified security screeners
• Opened brand new Fixed-base
Operation in Fall 2012
Grand Bahama International Airport
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Bahamasair
• Daily Flights between FLL & FPO
• (via Vacation Express) Flights between BWI, BHM,
CVG, CMH, MEM, EWR, RDU, RIC
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Sunwing
• Regular non-stop flights from Canada
• Year-round from Toronto
• Winter flights from Halifax, Montreal, Ottawa,
Winnipeg and Edmonton
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Freeport Harbour
• Accommodates vessels up to 1,000 ft.
• 3 Ship Berths
• Capacity for 1 million passengers annually
• Retail Complex
• Live Entertainment
• Efficient ground transportation
• Sheltered pick up/drop off area
• ATM
• Tourist Information Booth
• Native Bahamian restaurant & snack shops
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Bahamas Celebration
Every other day from Port of West
Palm Beach
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Balearia Bahamas Express
Daily (except Wednesdays)
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Places to Stay
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Old Bahama Bay Resort & Yacht Harbour
• Bahamian charm + international luxury• 73 guestrooms set on pristine white sand
beach• 4,000 sq. ft. heated swimming pool• 2 Restaurants• Fitness Center
• Complimentary non-motorized watersports (snorkeling, sailing, kayaking)• The Marina is an official port of entry• Deep-sea fishing & private picnics to a
secluded island can be arranged
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• Awarded the prestigious “Small Treasures of
The Bahamas” by the Ministry of Tourism
• 186 rooms
• 3 Outdoor swimming pools
• 2 adjacent restaurants, Sabor & Flying Fish
Modern Seafood
• Complimentary ferry service to Taino Beach
Resort for beach activities
• Canal House Conference Center can host
small to medium-sized
groups
• Adjacent to Port Lucaya
Marketplace
Pelican Bay Hotel
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Grand Lucayan, Bahamas
• 7 acres of white-sand beach
• 540 guestrooms / suites
• 9 restaurants & lounges
• 4 oceanfront swimming pools with
features such as swim-up bar and an
infinity edge
• Two 18-hole championship golf courses
• Senses Spa & Fitness Center
• Tennis courts
• Complete conference center incl. outdoor
function space
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Flamingo Bay Hotel & Marina
• Part of the Taino Beach Resort
• Full service marina w/ 25 dockage slips
• Guests enjoy full use of the largest pool on
the island, featuring a beach-like gradation,
and lazy river, as well as a water slide, and
swim-up grotto bar
• Scenic water taxi ride to Port Lucaya Marina
(at Pelican Bay Hotel)
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Viva Wyndham Fortuna Beach Resort
• On 26 acres of white sand beach
• All-inclusive
• 276 Ocean-view / Garden-view rooms
• Pool & Jacuzzi
• 3 Restaurants (1 buffet)
• 3 Bars & Snack bar
• Disco /Theater /Gym/Sauna
• Dive Center (PADI)
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Memories Grand Bahama Beach & Casino Resort
• The first 4-star all-inclusive resort on
Grand Bahama
• 4 on-site restaurants
• 3 bars
• Diamond Lounge (VIPs)
• Gym
• Kids Camp
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Things To Do
• Horseback Riding
• Bonefishing• Deep Sea
Fishing• Biking
• Diving• Golf• Tennis• Kayaking• Sailing• Swimming
• Snorkeling• Parasailing• Jeep Safari• ATV Tours• Heritage Tours• Nature Walks
• Shopping• Casino Gaming• Dancing• Dining• Relaxing
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More than 40 on-shore activities await you, including: • Bike Tours• Birding Tours• Casino• Culinary Tours• Diving• Dolphins• Fishing• Golf• Horseback Riding• Jeep Tours• Kayaking• Sailing• Shopping• Snorkeling• Spa• Straw & Souvenir Market
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Tennis [at Grand Lucayan]
• 4 Professional court surfaces:
Ace Rebound, Deco Turf, Grass
Court, Red Clay
• Full service facility
• Opt for open-play if you just want to
have fun or are comfortable with your
skill level
• Tennis School available if you want to
learn how to play, or play better
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Championship Golf Courses
• Two 18-hole courses. One 9-hole course
• The Reef, designed by renowned golf
course architect Robert Trent Jones Jr.
• The Ruby, designed & built by pro golf
course architect Joe Lee
• 9-hole course at Fortune Hills, designed
by Joe Lee & Dick Wilson
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Hobie Cat Sailing
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Paddleboarding
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West End Bike & Snorkel Adventure
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Kayak Snorkel Adventure
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Kayak Eco Adventure
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Blue Hole Adventure
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Blue Hole Adventure
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Birdwatching
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Grand Bahama Nature ToursATV Off-Road
& Beach Tour
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ATV Off-Road & Beach Tour
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Kayak, Nature & Beach Tour
Lucayan National Park Kayak & Nature Tour
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Biking & Sightseeing Tour
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Grand Bahama Jeep & Sightseeing Excursion
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Bahamas Seafood Culinary Experience
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Western Heritage Excursion
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Mo-Ped Tours
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Segway Tour
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Western Eco & Sightseeing Tour
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Eastern Heritage & Cultural Tour
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Grand Bahama Day Away
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Grand Bahama Day Away(New Plymouth, Green Turtle Cay)
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Incredible Fishing
Grand Bahama Island is…
• Considered one of the premier destinations in the world for sport fishing.
• Marlin, Bluefin Tuna, Yellowfin Tuna, Bonefish, Wahoo or Barracuda—to name a few.
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• Open water facility
• Highly trained dolphins
• At UNEXSO’s off-site Sanctuary Bay
Dolphin Experience
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Horseback Riding
• Horseback riding is one of Grand Bahama’s most fascinating eco-tours.
• Uniquely romantic / adventurous experience!
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Snorkeling
• Kayak Snorkel Tour• Robinson Crusoe Beach Party &
Snorkeling Cruise• Sailing & Snorkeling Experience
• Sea Safari Snorkel Tour• Seaworld Explorer: Semi-Sub &
Snorkel• West End Bike & Snorkel Adventure
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Scuba Diving
• Reef Dives
• Shark Dives (Caribbean Reefs,
Nurses, Tigers, Lemons)
• Wreck Dives
• Cave/Cavern Dives
• 3-Day Scuba Instruction/Open
Water Certification (PADI/SDI)
• Advanced Certifications available as
well
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Shark Dive
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Wreck Dive
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Cavern Dive
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Cavern Dive
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Cave Dive
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Places To Explore
• The Garden of The Groves
• Lucayan National Park
• Rand Nature Centre
• The Perfume Factory
• Bahamian Brewery & Beverage Co.
• Port Lucaya Marketplace
• The fishing village of West End
• Coral reefs
• East Grand Bahama & the Cays
• Numerous white sand beaches!
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Brewery & Perfume Factory Tour
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Brewery & Perfume Factory Tour
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Junkanoo Beach Club
• On Taino Beach
• Shaded dining deck
• Snorkeling
• Paddleboats
• Lounge chairs with umbrellas
• Live entertainment
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Taino Beach Retreat Tour
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Paradise Cove
• Snorkeling
• Glass Bottom Kayaks
• On-Site Food & Drinks
• Shuttle Service from hotel or Freeport
Harbour
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Snorkeling at Deadman’s Reef
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Glass-Bottom Kayaking
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Rand Nature Centre• Acquired by the Bahamas
National Trust in 1992
• Comprised of 100 acres of natural beauty near the heart of downtown Freeport
• Boasts a 2,000 ft. trail, which winds through natural coppice and pine forest
• Home of the administrative office of the BNT in Grand Bahama
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Lucayan National Park
• National park consisting of six different ecosystem habitats, as well as a underwater cavern system.
• Southern perimeter ends on one of the most beautiful beaches in the world, Gold Rock Beach
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Gold Rock Beach
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High Rock, East Grand Bahama
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The Garden of The Groves
• Grand Bahama’s premier nature experience
• Certified Wildlife Habitat by the U.S. Wildlife Federation
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Port Lucaya Marketplace
• An activity hub for guests, Port Lucaya Marketplace features a wide array of shops (incl. a straw market), restaurants & bars.
• The Count Basie Square comes alive at night with scheduled entertainment!
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Treasure Bay Casino
• Las Vegas-Style• 20,000 sq. ft. of gaming space• 21 tables including baccarat, Caribbean stud poker, blackjack &
roulette.
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Travel TipsClimateGrand Bahama Island is well known for its year-round warm, tropical climate. The island experiences temperatures that range from 70° F to 80°F. There are two types of seasons that affect travelling decisions, hurricane season occurs June through November and the rainy season during the months of May through October.Currency & BankingGrand Bahama Island currency is the Bahamian dollar, which is on par with the American dollar. Credit cards and travelers checks are accepted at most locations on the island. ATM machines, equipped with +PLUS and Cirrus systems, are also found in various locations.Duty-Free ShoppingIn 1992, The Government of The Bahamas took away the import duty on 11 categories of luxury goods: liquor, china, crystal, collectibles, fragrances, watches, photographic equipment and leather goods.U.S. citizens out of the country for 48 hours or more are allowed up to $800 worth of duty-free merchandise. Less than 48 hours, the duty-free exemption is $200. Limitations include 32 ounces of tobacco for those over 21 and no more than two liters of alcohol.Drinking WaterTap water on Grand Bahama Island is safe to drink, but bottled water is available for purchase at many locations on the island.ElectricityElectrical appliances from the United States are easily adaptable during your stay on Grand Bahama Island. All electrical outlets are 60 cycles/120 volts so you can still use your hair dryer or electrical shaver.
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Travel TipsHotel Check-in/Check-outHotel check-in and check-out hours are typically the same for most Grand Bahama hotels
and resorts.• Check-in: 3 PM• Check-out: 11 AM
If you anticipate a late or earlier flight, have a change of clothes handy, as most hotels will store your luggage for you until your room is available.
LanguageThe official language of The Bahamas is English.
Medical FacilitiesThere are several medical facilities in The Bahamas and most hotels and resorts have a doctor on call for guests. The Rand Memorial Hospital and several private clinics are located in Grand Bahama.
TelecommunicationsTelephone
Direct dial services in guest rooms are provided in most hotels and resorts. In order to save on long-distance phone calls, phone cards are available with convenient rates. The Bahamas Telephone Company (BTC) also provides roaming rates for cell phones. Visit www.btcbahamas.com for more information on BTC’s roaming partners and rates.
Internet AccessHigh speed internet access is generally found in all hotels and resorts on Grand Bahama. Certain fees for internet access may apply. For information on internet fees, contact your hotel or resort directly.
Time ZoneGrand Bahama is in the Eastern Standard Time Zone. Daylight Savings Time is observed (March to November)
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Tourist InformationThere are several Tourist Information Centers available in Freeport/Lucaya:• Grand Bahama International Airport• Freeport Harbour• Port Lucaya Marketplace
TransportationVisitors can get around Grand Bahama a variety of ways: taxi cabs, rental cars, motor scooters and jitney buses are available throughout the island. If you are driving, remember to drive on the left side of the road. You may use your own driver’s license up to three months, then you are required to obtain a Bahamian license. If you are driving or riding on motor scooter, be sure to wear a protective helmet.
Traveling with ChildrenMany of the island’s hotels and resorts offer special activities for children as well as baby-sitting services. As an added bonus, children under 12 generally stay free.
Traveling with PetsIf you prefer having your pet with you, you will need to apply for a valid import permit. In the application process, you are required to provide the following information: type of animal, breed, age, sex, country of embarkation and a $10 processing fee. All import permits are provided by the Ministry of Agriculture, Marine Resources and Local Government. The downloadable form is available on www.bahamas.com/bahamas/pets
WeddingsCouples who wish to obtain a marriage license in Grand Bahama must be in the country for 24 hours prior to applying. Valid passports, birth certificates, photo ID, and evidence of the date of arrival in The Bahamas must be presented by both parties. Divorce papers, death certificate of a former spouse and parental consent if under the age of 18 must also be presented.
Travel Tips
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GBITB PROMOTIONS
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Instant Air Credit....Save $250!Booking Window: NOW – May 20, 2014
Travel Window: up to December 30, 2014
Blackout Period: NONE
Minimum Stay: 3 consecutive nights
Participating Hotels: Blue Marlin Cove Resort & Marina; Castaways Resort & Suites; Flamingo Bay Hotel & Marina; Grand Lucayan, Bahamas; Island Palm Marina Villas at Island Seas Resort; Memories Grand Bahama Beach &Casino Resort; Ocean Reef Yacht Club & Resort; Old Bahama Bay Resort & Yacht Harbour; Pelican Bay Hotel; Sunrise Resort & Marina; Viva Wyndham Fortuna Beach Resort
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Fishing Tournament $300 Fuel Credit
Register for any Grand Bahama Island Tourism Board sponsored/hosted fishing tournament and receive a $300 Fuel Credit on the date of the tournament hosted at the participating hotel!
See www.grandbahamavacations.com for Offer Details
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GBI e-Brochurehttp://www.myonlinebrochure.co.uk/grandbahama-destination/
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