The Bahamas’ Baha Mar Just Opened a New $200 Million Waterpark

By: - July 6th, 2021
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The Baha Mar resort.

The Baha Mar mregaresort in The Bahamas has unveiled its brand-new beachfront waterpark. 

It’s called Baha Bay, and it’s set on 15 oceanfront acres on Cable Beach in Nassau. 

The $200 million park includes “innovative water attractions,” along with luxury cabanas, dining concepts and an outdoor casino pavilion. 

“The arrival of Baha Bay marks an important milestone in the strategic growth and development of Baha Mar resort destination,” says Graeme Davis, President, Baha Mar. “We are extremely pleased to introduce our guests to the latest addition of celebrated adult and family-friendly entertainment combined with world-class experiences. The newest development upholds Baha Mar ‘s endeavor to redefine the ultimate Caribbean vacation and continuously elevate and evolve the luxury of choice experience.”

The private cabanas.

The park, which is exclusive to guests at Baha Mar’s three resorts, includes water slides, a water “coaster,” group raft rides, a wave pool, a surf simulator, kids’ splash zones and an “action river.”

Dining concepts are centered at a food court called The Market, which indulges Cleo Grill, Sam’s Crispy Chicken, Plant Nation and Chill.

The park is joined by the Baha Bay Beach Club, which has 15 private cabanas, daybeds, infinity pools and poolside lounge areas. 

For more, visit Baha Mar. 

— CJ

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