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December, 2019 – Bahamas –
In the months following Hurricane Dorian, The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism and
Aviation (BMOTA) has mobilized and set up a steady stream of group and
individual familiarization trips to continue telling the world that The Bahamas
is “Open For Business.” From November 2019 into the New Year, top-tier media
and social influencers are coming to The Islands Of The Bahamas to discover the
country’s culture, cuisine and communities and help spread the message that
most of the islands are welcoming visitors.
The trips will drive
positive and educational coverage of the destination, in print, online and
social media, during the critical travel-booking season.
“With more than 700
islands and cays, there is so much to discover in The Bahamas,” said Mrs. Joy
Jibrilu, Director General at The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism and Aviation. “Hosting
influential media and storytellers to deliver our ’Open For Business’ message
in a way that resonates with their readers and followers is a key part of our
multi-phased post-hurricane campaign. The coverage we receive from these visits
will be crucial in inspiring travel to our country, speaking to all the important
reasons why now is the time to visit.”
In November, the
BMOTA hosted its first group press trip following Hurricane Dorian. Top-tier
travel and lifestyle journalists, contributing to Delta Sky, the Daily Beast, TravelPulse, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast
Traveler and others,visited
Nassau Paradise Island, Eleuthera and Harbour Island to discover the ease of
island hopping in The Bahamas and get a first-hand account of the Bahamian
people’s resilience despite the devastating hurricane season. Stories will not
only highlight BMOTA’s “Open For Business” messaging, but will position the
islands as must-visit travel destinations this season and beyond.
The BMOTA also
hosted South Florida travel and lifestyle influencer, The Style Bungalow, in Harbour Island, in November. She experienced
the quiet island lifestyle while also visiting some of the world’s most
Instagram-worthy spots, including The Pink Sands Beach, the pastel-hued homes,
Bahama House and much more. The Style
Bungalow shared that The Bahamas is “Open For Business” with her211K+ Instagram followers and
highlighted the quick flight from Florida as another reason why everyone,
including Floridians, should visit.
The Ministry is
working diligently to keep this momentum of top-tier media and influencers
visiting The Bahamas alive. Aligning with the Hero World Challenge in December,
the BMTOA will be hosting five quality sports, travel and lifestyle media to
promote Nassau and Exuma as premier golf destinations. Journalists from Forbes, GOLF.com, BroBible and GOLF Monthly will experience top golf
courses in Nassau, including Royal Blue Golf Course at Baha Mar, Ocean Club
Golf Course at Atlantis and Exuma’s Sandals Emerald Bay Golf Course.
The Ministry’s
visiting journalist program continues to be an unqualified success. Through the People-To-People
Experience, visiting journalists are able to connect with the Bahamian people
and get an experience like no other while sharing meals and conversations. An
additional slate of individual trips took place on a rolling basis. Reporters
with The Washington Post and Jamaque Paradis
Magazine visited in the past two months while travel influencer, Get Lost With Jackie, a journalist from The Zoe Report and two of The Boston Globe writers are scheduled
to come early in 2020 to cover an array of topics from Junkanoo to fly-fishing.
Bahamian author Ayla Isaacs is making an impactful debut in the literary world with her book, “Achieving Optimum Spiritual Health—Transforming Your Wellbeing With Diet, Exercise, and Rest.” As crime rates surge and the aftermath of the pandemic leaving many grappling with hopelessness and a sense of abandonment, Isaacs’ guide offers a beacon of hope and a roadmap for personal transformation, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing spiritual resilience in navigating adversity.
Long-time Bahamian physician Dr. Horizal Simmons says, “Ms. Isaacs not only states the spiritual ingredient that we should use for our therapy, but she also explains how it works in our spiritual system and the beneficial changes that will bring the desired transformation or spiritual health benefits.” Applauding the soundness of the book and paralleling it to physical wellness, Dr. Simmons said he highly recommends it to anyone serious about their spiritual well-being and health.
Isaacs is a highly experienced Project Manager who draws from her background in Civil and Environmental Engineering, International Business, and Christian ministry, whether a physical structure or the wellbeing of an individual’s life. Her published work shows that she strongly believes in building with structural integrity. Isaacs provides readers with a holistic approach to welfare beyond traditional self-help. She explores the transformative power of simple spiritual practices integrated into daily life. Isaacs believes that prioritizing spiritual health can help individuals find inner fulfillment and a sense of purpose, which she believes are essential in combating the prevailing hopelessness.
Coach Gregory Cash, who has spent decades helping to develop great athletes and leaders in the country, believes the unique perspective shared, especially relating to spiritual exercise, can touch the hearts of so many. Wendy Fernander, PhD., a licensed clinical psychologist and president of the Bahamas Psychological Association, noted that too few of us think about our spiritual diet, which results in our spiritual wellbeing. When asked about the book, Dr. Fernander said, “This book will provoke you to do serious soul searching.”
Amid the challenges communities face, Isaacs encourages readers to initiate a positive “me” movement—a focus on self-improvement that, when embraced collectively, can lead to stronger families, churches, and nations. According to Isaacs, strengthened individuals become catalysts for positive change within their immediate circles, creating a ripple effect that extends to broader communities.
Ayla Isaacs, whose roots go back to South Eleuthera, is a founding member of the Smart and Strong Sisterhood (SASS) and the creative mind behind A.I. Paper, a gift-wrapping paper and bag company that celebrates the islands of The Bahamas. Isaacs believes that investing in spiritual wellbeing is pivotal for personal growth and resilience. A conference speaker who is actively involved in church ministries and affiliated with several civic organizations, Isaacs firmly believes in the balance between personal and community wellbeing.
“Achieving Optimum Spiritual Health” is now available on Amazon.com and BarnesandNoble.com in paperback and eBook form and locally at Oasis Bookstore in Nassau. Isaacs encourages readers to embark on a transformative journey and be architects of their spiritual wellbeing. In times of uncertainty, “Achieving Optimum Spiritual Health” offers a guide and a message of hope and empowerment for individuals seeking personal and communal transformation.
NASSAU, Bahamas – Faster, smarter and more convenient than ever before, the new Samsung Galaxy S24 will revolutionize your productivity with its new Transcript Assist and Browsing Assist features. In the continuous pursuit of delivering innovative solutions that enhance productivity and user experience, Samsung Electronics is proud to introduce two groundbreaking features: Transcript Assist and Browsing Assist.
The Transcript Assist feature, powered by Galaxy’s advanced artificial intelligence, takes note-taking to a whole new level by enabling users to easily convert voice notes and conversations into useful and accessible notes. Whether in a business meeting, conference, or casual conversation, the Galaxy S24’s Transcript Assist makes capturing information easier than ever.
By utilizing Transcript Assist, users can effortlessly record any conversation with multiple speakers and transform it into a clear and concise transcript with just a few taps. This feature is particularly useful for those who need to keep a detailed record of discussions and decisions made during important meetings or collaborative work sessions.
“With Transcript Assist, we’re redefining the way people take notes and record information,” said Gianmarco Leri, Product Manager at Samsung Electronics. “No longer do you have to worry about missing important details during a conversation. With the Galaxy S24, you can capture every word and turn it into a useful reference that you can easily review and share.”
In addition to generating accurate transcripts, the Transcript Assist feature also offers the ability to generate quick summaries of conversations, as well as the option to translate the entire transcript into different languages, facilitating communication and collaboration among people from different regions and cultures.
On the other hand, the Browsing Assist feature allows users to navigate more efficiently and conveniently on their Galaxy S24 devices by providing intelligent and contextual suggestions during web browsing and online content exploration.
The Galaxy S24, equipped with Transcript Assist and Browsing Assist, marks the beginning of a new era of productivity and convenience in mobile devices. These innovative features demonstrate Samsung Electronics’ continued commitment to providing advanced tools that help people achieve their goals more effectively and efficiently in everyday life.
So, get ready! The new Samsung Galaxy S24 will be coming soon to tech stores in The Bahamas soon.
#Weather#Cuba#TheBahamas, March 25th, 2024 – Serious weather struck The Bahamas and Cuba over the weekend, both nations receiving warnings from their meteorological entities. The Bahamas was affected by severe thunderstorms. In fact, an area of the Carnival Freedom Cruise Ship, which was 20 miles off Eleuthera, Bahamas, caught fire and reports say it was possibly due to a lightning strike. Fortunately no lives were reported lost.
Meanwhile, Cuba had intense rainfall and hailstorms, resulting in damage to surrounding areas, thousands left without electricity amid fallen trees and Flash Floods.