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In The Bahamas, A New Kind of Conch Farm 

 A new project by Florida Atlantic University aims to help restore the population of Queen Conch in Grand Bahama.  The school’s Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute has received a $2.8 million grant from Builders Initiative to establish a new queen conch …

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Grand Bahama Is Getting a New Airport 

 Grand Bahama is getting its long-awaited new airport terminal.  Grand Bahama Airport has officially announced the transformation of its international airport terminal, according to The Bahamas’ Ministry of Tourism.  United Orca Construction Company has been awarded the contract on the …

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New Flights from Raleigh-Durham to The Bahamas 

 Bahamian national carrier Bahamasair has officially kicked off its new service between Raleigh, North Carolina and the island of Grand Bahama in The Bahamas.  The new nonstop route began operating on Nov. 17, with service twice weekly, on Thursdays and …

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 American Airlines has launched a new nonstop route to the island of Grand Bahama in The Bahamas.  The world’s largest airline has kicked off new service between Charlotte, North Carolina and Freeport, Grand Bahama.  The inaugural flights was welcomed this …

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 The island of Grand Bahama is set for a serious tourism boost next month, with the debut of a pair of new nonstop routes.  On Nov. 5, American Airlines will be flying nonstop from Charlotte, North Carolina to Freeport, Grand …

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  The sale of the Grand Lucayan resort in Grand Bahama is expected to close on Nov. 15, 2022.  Owner Lucayan Renewal Holdings says the sales process “will be completed consistent with our revised timelines.” This story is part of …

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  Canadian travel company Sunwing is returning to the Bahamian island of Grand Bahama this winter.  On Dec. 17, Sunwing is kicking off service to Grand Bahama from both Toronto and Montreal.  Both routes will be operating once weekly, with …

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  The latest Caribbean Photo comes from Caribbean Journal reader Barbara Outten, who sent in this lovely shot of Water Cay in Grand Bahama, The Bahamas. Have you taken a great photo in the Caribbean? Send it to news@caribjournal.com with …

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  Considering that the Caribbean is a region defined by water, there are surprisingly few museums in the region devoted to the importance of the sea to the Caribbean’s history, development, and the lives of its people. The new Bahamas …

grand bahama restaurant fest

  The Caribbean’s newest food festival is kicking off this month in Grand Bahama.  It’s called Grand Bahama Island Restaurant Fest, and it’s a two-week-long culinary celebration across the island.  For two weeks, restaurants across Grand Bahama will feature special …

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  The Viva Wyndham Azteca all-inclusive in the Riviera Maya has completed a major renovation project.  The oceanfront resort, part of the Playacar complex in the Riviera Maya, has unveiled a refurbished pool and undergone a complete upgrade of all …

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  They’re the kinds of meals you savor. Not just when you’re finishing dessert, but months and years in advance. This is the experience diners are seeking when they come to any strong culinary destination, and, thankfully, the Caribbean is …

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  Grand Bahama has quietly been a foodie destination for years, led by Chef Tim Tibbitts’ world-renowned Flying Fish Bahamas.  And now the island is home to another hot new eatery: Sabor Restaurant and Bar.  Set on the marina at …

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  Bahamasair, has relaunched a major route between Florida and The Bahamas.  The Bahamas’ national flag carrier just restarted service between Orlando International Airport and Grand Bahama International Airport in Freeport.  The flights, which resumed this week, will be operating …

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  A significant new cruise port project has broken ground on the island of Grand Bahama.  Carnival Cruise Line’s new port will include a pier able to accommodate up to two of Carnivals’ Excel-class ships simultaneously.  The cruise port itself …

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  Jimmy Bufett’s ever-expanding Margaritaville empire has launched its newest offering: a cruise line. It’s called Margaritaville at Sea, and the brand’s new Margaritaville at Sea Paradise cruise ship officially launched this week. The first cruise on the ship will …

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  There’s a new way to experience the tastes, sounds and culture of Grand Bahama.  It’s called Port Lucaya XPERIENCE, and it’s a new regular event at the Port Lucaya Market Place.  Port Lucaya XPERIENCE, which runs every Tuesday and …

grand bahama coral

  There’s a new eco-tourism destination in The Bahamas.  The celebrated Coral Vita coral farm in Grand Bahama is now open to the public.  The farm, which debuted in 2019, has a mission to restore dying coral reefs in the …

 

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