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Ministry representatives meet with top travel agents, tour operators and media to encourage travel to The Islands Of The Bahamas - Feb 12, 2020 - 8:50:24 PM

Representatives of the Bahamas Ministry of Tourism and Aviation (BMOTA) traveled to Denver, Colorado to host events for over 20 media and influencers and over 140 of the area’s top travel agents. These meetings delivered the important message that The Islands Of The Bahamas are Still Rockin’ and easier to access than ever for Colorado travelers, thanks to United Airlines’ new nonstop airlift from Denver to Nassau...
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Hotels, businesses and attractions are reopening in Abaco after Hurricane Dorian - Feb 12, 2020 - 11:00:05 AM

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Just four months after Hurricane Dorian left a devastating impact on the northern islands in The Bahamas, The Abacos – a 120-mile chain of islands and cays –are already witnessing a wave of progress.

Many hotels, ferry services, airlines, tour operators and attractions resumed business in The Abacos, a destination beloved for its natural beauty, white sand beaches and world-class sailing...
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Ministry of Tourism Hosts Annual People to People Exuma Winter Residents' Reception - Feb 11, 2020 - 3:05:30 PM

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The Ministry of Tourism and Aviation (MOTA) held its Annual People to People Winter Residents' Reception at Augusta Bay Resort in Exuma.  The Ministry conveyed appreciation to all the second home owners and boaters of the island for their continued contribution to the growth and development of Exuma.   MOTA's Exuma Office Manager Emmet Saunders and Exuma Island Administrator Ivan Ferguson extended warm welcome.  MOTA's People to People Senior Manager, Bernadette Bastian coordinated prize-giving...
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Bahamas To Host First Ever Charter Show - Feb 4, 2020 - 10:39:16 AM

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Yachting will be on full display come February 27- March 1 as the destination prepares to host the inaugural Bahamas Charter Show.

Worldwide Boat, a luxury charter company, is hosting the event in conjunction with the Bahamas Ministry of Tourism and Aviation (BMOTA) and the Bahamas Marina Association at the Bay Street Marina and the highly anticipated One Particular Harbor at The Pointe...
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Bahamas brand dominates again at South Florida’s Sawgrass Mills Mall - Feb 3, 2020 - 11:01:55 PM

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The Islands Of The Bahamas brand is once again dominating one of the South’s largest shopping establishments, Sawgrass Mills Mall, Sunrise, Florida.  The domination began on January 16 and shoppers have one final weekend to experience the showcase which ends February 9.

The domination features large Bahamas banners hanging throughout the mall and a spectacular banner in a wide-open area where three of the mall’s avenues meet...
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Visiting journalists explore Grand Bahama on familiarization trip - Feb 3, 2020 - 8:39:34 AM

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The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism & Aviation (BMOTA) recently partnered with the Grand Bahama Island Tourism Board (GBITB) to host a pair of journalists on a familiarization visit to the island.

Grand Bahama served as the last stop for travel writers Melanie Reffes and Gay Nagle Myers, who attended the Caribbean Travel Marketplace event in Nassau and took advantage of the familiarization tours offered by The Bahamas’ various promotion boards. Reffes, a Montreal-based travel writer for USA Today,
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BMOTA Statement on recent NBC report - Feb 2, 2020 - 12:27:06 PM

The government of The Bahamas is aware of a recent report by NBC claiming that a Super Bowl LIV pregame party held at the Versace Mansion on Friday January 31st was hosted by The Bahamas.  We are confirming that this report is false.  The party was hosted by Baha Mar. 

 The Ministry of Tourism and Aviation is particularly excited about the opportunity to capitalize on Super Bowl LIV happening in The Bahamas’ key source market...
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Ministry of Health Updates Agencies at Lynden Pindling International Airport on the Novel Coronavirus - Feb 1, 2020 - 3:51:56 PM

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Minister of Health, the Hon. Dr. Duane Sands, Chief Medical Officer Dr. Pearl McMillan, Deputy Chief Medical Officer Dr. Delon Brennen and Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Health Marco Rolle held a meeting with agencies at Lynden Pindling International Airport recently to provide information regarding the Novel Coronavirus, and its current status around the world.  Present at the meeting were representatives of Customs, Immigration, Airline companies, US Border Control, Royal Bahamas Police Force, and NAD...
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BMOTA Grand Bahama welcomes European Tour Operators on familiarization trip - Jan 29, 2020 - 5:50:57 PM

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The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism & Aviation (BMOTA) hosted a group of French and Portuguese tour operators on a familiarization visit to Grand Bahama from January 25-27.

BMOTA organized the visit to acquaint the tour operators with Grand Bahama and equip them to more adequately sell the destination to customers in their respective markets. To this end, the group of six enjoyed a tour specially customized to showcase the island’s range of hotels, restaurants and attractions...
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38th Edition of Caribbean Travel Marketplace opens at Baha Mar - Jan 28, 2020 - 10:45:41 AM

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he Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA) kicked off its three-day Caribbean Travel Marketplace this week at the Grand Hyatt Convention Center at Baha Mar Resort.  The first few hours into the first day of Marketplace were filled with presentations, a networking session, entertainment and one big check, presented by the Jamaica’s Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, to The Bahamas’ Minister of Tourism & Aviation, Hon. Dionisio D'Aguilar.

According to Hon. Edmund Bartlett, the Jamaica Hotel and Tourist Association (JHTA) and The Global Tourism Resilience and Crisis Management Centre (GTRCM) are providing US$100,000...
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Minister of Foreign Affairs remarks at USA and Bahamas ASA Signing Ceremony - Jan 27, 2020 - 1:40:45 PM

I am pleased to join you all in witnessing this historic signing of the Air Services Agreement (ASA) between The Bahamas and the United States.

Air transportation or air services agreements allow international commercial air transport services between countries that have signed such agreements, and they tend to cover a wide range of aviation issues, such as security, safety oversight, airworthiness, navigation, environmental protection and passenger services at airports...
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Minister of Tourism and Aviation remarks at USA and Bahamas ASA Signing Ceremony - Jan 27, 2020 - 12:56:21 PM

A warm Good Morning,

Protocol having been established I would, nonetheless, like to extend a very warm welcome to the US Assistant Secretary of State for Economic and Business Affairs, Ms. Manisha Singh and her team and the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Transportation, Mr. David Short, and his team.

Today marks another milestone achievement for Aviation in the Bahamas.  The signing of this Air Transport Agreement between the Commonwealth of The Bahamas and the United States of America...
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Record Breaking Numbers Minister Press Conference Talking Points - Jan 23, 2020 - 3:23:56 PM

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Remarks by Minister of Tourism & Aviation, the Hon. Dionisio D’Aguilar
At Press Conference, January 23, 2020, at Baha Mar:

Today, it is with great pride we report that The Islands of The Bahamas has exceeded a record-breaking seven million visitors in 2019 – our strongest tourism numbers in history. This is a tremendous accomplishment, particularly in light of the challenging year we, as a country just endured...
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French influencers visit Grand Bahama on successful familiarization trip - Jan 23, 2020 - 12:10:19 PM

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The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism & Aviation (BMOTA) hosted a group of French influencers on a three-day familiarization tour of Grand Bahama over the weekend.

BMOTA considers France an important market for tourism as some 21,000 stopover visitors arrive in The Bahamas from France each year. With Grand Bahama averaging 3,000 of these visitors annually, tourism officials saw the familiarization trip as a golden opportunity to dispel misconceptions and increase interest for the island...
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The Islands of The Bahamas Lands Top Spots at The World Travel Awards - Jan 21, 2020 - 10:38:27 PM

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The World Travel Awards, held at Sandals Royal Bahamian, is acknowledged across the globe as the ultimate travel accolade and celebrates brands and destinations that are pushing the boundaries of industry excellence and often referred to as “The Oscars of the Travel Industry.

The Islands of The Bahamas was named the Caribbean’s Leading Luxury Island Destination at the 2019 World Travel Awards. “For The Bahamas to be awarded this particular accolade, especially on the tail of Hurricane Dorian...
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Grand Bahama island off to a great start in the New Year with accolades, special offers and renovated product - Jan 21, 2020 - 9:39:04 AM

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The Grand Bahama Island Tourism Board (GBITB) is optimistic about the island’s prospects in the New Year, as the recovery continues apace, and confidence in their tourism product expands.

Carnival Cruise Lines bestowed on UNEXSO the prestigious "Caribbean's Leading Tour Operator" award, which recognizes the company that receives the highest ratings from both their passengers and onboard shore excursion staff for shore excursions conducted the previous season...
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Lucayan National Park reopens; BNT says restoration still underway - Jan 20, 2020 - 12:00:54 PM

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Lucayan National Park, a major tourist attraction on Grand Bahama, has officially reopened after a temporary closure caused by hurricane damage. Managed and protected by The Bahamas National Trust (BNT), Lucayan National Park is an eco-lover’s haven, containing one of the longest charted underwater cave systems in the world, as well as every vegetative zone found in The Bahamas all in one park...
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Tommy Gainey earns four-shot win at The Bahamas Great Exuma Classic at Sandals Emerald Bay - Jan 16, 2020 - 9:53:05 AM

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Holding a slim lead for most of the day, Tommy Gainey birdied his last three holes en route to his third career Korn Ferry Tour victory at The Bahamas Great Exuma Classic at Sandals Emerald Bay. At 11-under, Gainey topped John Oda and Dylan Wu by four shots.

“I definitely didn’t expect it this week,” said Gainey, a former PGA TOUR champion at the 2012 RSM Classic. “As you know, the last time I played here (in 2017) I shot 87-84. But it’s a new year, new tournament...
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FCCA Poster Competition 2019: 3rd Place Winner - Jan 15, 2020 - 11:00:17 AM

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Marissa Capron of St. Anne's High School received the third place prize of $1,000 in the senior division of the Florida Caribbean Cruise Association's (FFCA) 2019 Children's Poster Contest. As part of her prize, her school also received $1,000. The annual competition again invited students from schools around the Caribbean and Latin America to submit entries.  Last year's’ theme “Solutions For Ocean Pollution” sought to promote and stimulate environmental awareness among Caribbean students, while effectively educating our younger generation on the importance of environmental protection. (L to R) Monique V. Hepburn, Director of Cruise and Maritime in the Ministry of Tourism and Aviation...
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Dylan Wu claims 36-hole lead at The Bahamas Great Exuma Classic at Sandals Emerald Bay - Jan 14, 2020 - 8:35:45 AM

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After a 5-under 67 on Sunday led to a T2 position entering the second round, Dylan Wu carded a front-nine 31 and an eventual 66 on Monday to open up a seven-stroke lead on the field. At 11-under, Wu leads George Cunningham and John Oda at 4-under and three players at 3-under. Play was suspended due to darkness at 5:48 p.m. with five groups remaining on the course at The Bahamas Great Exuma Classic at Sandals Emerald Bay...

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