Luxury resort commands dominant presence in lounges and at exclusive soirees; Exuma unscathed by hurricanes and open for yachting business Grand Isle Resort and the island of Exuma stole the show at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show earlier this month, as many other yachting destinations in the Caribbean struggle to get back on their…
GIV Bahamas, an official sponsor, is pleased to offer a complimentary foursome for the tournament, which includes a golf tutorial with legendary pro Greg Norman For the second straight year, Emerald Bay will play host to a major golf tournament played on one of the most beautiful courses in the world. Meandering around the mega yacht…
D’Aguilar says third-annual event, from October 6-9, ‘ticks all the boxes’ as it expands into National Heroes Day Weekend celebration The Bahamian government threw its weight behind the third annual Run for Pompey earlier this month during an official press conference in the nation’s capital. With an office in the Ministry of Tourism buzzing with…
Ministry of Tourism and GIV Bahamas celebrate partnership in global success of swimming pigs In a powerful display of public and private partnership, GIV Bahamas Inc. presented the Minister of Tourism with an official copy of ‘When Pigs Swim™’, the film that helped ignite a transformational marketing campaign for the Exumas. “Since the film’s release…
Editor of top publication says tourists increasingly drawn by unique experiences Exuma has been voted among the top islands in the world, according to Travel + Leisure, with a trend towards visitors seeking unique experiences rather than the conventional sun, sand and sea. Unveiled as part of the publication’s ‘2017 World’s Best Awards’, Exuma came…
From August 14 to August 18, Chef Alyn Williams to offer daily specials, live cooking demonstrations and a special four-course tasting menu Grand Isle Resort and the renowned Chef Alyn Williams will once again join forces this summer for a limited engagement filled with gourmet food and interactive cooking demonstrations. The former National Chef of…
EFC releases first pamphlet on philanthropic activities, with focus on community outreach, education and health While some foundations only offer money to worthy causes, the Exuma Foundation of Canada (EFC) is different. Since it was founded by GIV Bahamas Inc more than two years ago, EFC has sought to create community events and grass root…
Third time’s a charm as Run for Pompey – October 6 to October 8 – welcomes a new sponsor and partnership with National Family Island Regatta A senior at L N Coakley High School in Exuma became the second recipient of The Pompey Scholarship this week, with ambitious plans to study in Canada this fall…
Canada Talks on Sirius FM broadcasts hour-long show on the rustic magic of the Exumas and the polished luxury of Grand Isle There is a certain authenticity about listening to a story on the radio. In an age where we are constantly bombarded with images, video and flashing lights, the medium of radio, with its…
Multi-Billionaire Dona Bertarelli’s $200M project, the latest in her Ledunfly Hospitality Collection, to provide economic stimulus and play role in community building Amid great expectations, a new resort development in the Exumas recently unveiled its name: Atabey. Named after the Taino goddess, known as “mother of waters”, Atabey is expected to break ground on the…
Weekly cocktail reception, on Fridays from 6pm to 7pm, gives guests a relaxed, informal environment to ask questions about life in Exuma A new tradition has begun at Grand Isle Resort – Owner’s Hour. Every Friday, from 6pm to 7pm, guests of Grand Isle are invited to an optional cocktail reception beside the resort’s infinity pool….
GIV Bahamas and Heaven’s Landing entertain Cirrus Owners & Pilots Association and deliver full Exuma experience Exuma was packed with pilots this month as a record-setting number of Cirrus Aircraft owners flew over 365 jaw-dropping islands and had a soft landing at Grand Isle Resort for their annual Bahamian adventure. From April 20 to April…