Bimini Bay Resort – Bahamas

The small island chain of Bimini was a favourite of Ernest Hemingway and Martin Luther King, among others, and it still retains its sleepy charm. Part of the attraction is its exclusivity — Bimini Bay is most easily accessed by boats, or by small planes landing at Bimini’s tiny airport. That will change soon with the launch of a ferry from Miami, something that will help position the resort, which recently underwent a renovation, as a Hamptons-style retreat from South Florida. And later this year, it will be home to a boutique casino from global operator Genting. Bimini Bay is a an escape — one that cultivates the romance of yesteryear with modern amenities.