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Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, Investments & Aviation at World Travel Market 2022

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#TheBahamas, November 15, 2022 – Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, Investments & Aviation (BMOTIA) is exhibiting at World Travel Market 2022, 6-9 November, with a delegation led by the Acting Director General, Latia Duncombe.

Celebrating its 50th anniversary of independence in 2023 and with some exciting updates and developments from the destination, BMOTIA is looking forward to strengthening its position as a leading Caribbean tourism destination.

Exhibiting at stand CA150, the team will be on hand to discuss all that’s going on across the islands, and media and trade partners will have a chance to be the first to hear The Bahamas’ updates, including new hotels, tourism updates and areas of investment.

 Underwater discoveries entice culture seekers

For travellers keen to learn more about the history of the destination, the recently opened Bahamas Maritime Museum on Grand Bahama allows visitors to rediscover the history of The Bahamas’ waters with a fantastic collection of recovered artifacts and treasures showcasing the islands’ rich maritime heritage.

 The Bahamas bolsters tourism with fleet of new transport options

With an uplift in British Airways flights to the nation’s capital, Nassau, to six flights per week, coupled with four flights per week with Virgin Atlantic, it is easier to access The Bahamas than ever from the UK.

The islands are gearing up for the reopening of the Hurricane Hole Superyacht Marina on Paradise Island. Following a complete reconstruction, this will be a real boost to tourism with its sleek new look and ability to accommodate the most luxurious superyachts.

A new cruise port in the capital, Nassau is set to open in 2023, and will be home to a vast culture and entertainment centre, with shoreside activities, cultural experiences, and world-class performances in a new state-of-the-art facility. In addition, a new multi-million-pound cruise port in Grand Bahama, due to open in 2024, offering the ultimate in shoreside hospitality for this thriving tourism area.

Long Island is set to develop a $250 million cruise port in partnership with Azul Destinations and Calypso Cove Destinations. Named Calypso Cove, the port is scheduled to open by early 2024 and will accommodate up to 13,000 cruise passengers each day and will feature a 200-room hotel, golf course, casino, and more.

New and updated resorts across the archipelago

The Cove in Eleuthera is reopening on 7 November 2022, following a refurbishment of the interiors and refurbishment to its Freedom Restaurant & Grill, as well as introducing an updated fitness experience featuring a dedicated yoga room that will offer guest’s guided lessons.

Club Med Columbus Isle Resort reopens its doors this November, a timely launch ahead of the 50th anniversary celebrations, as San Salvador is widely reported as the first landfall site of Christopher Columbus, in 1492. San Salvador has a rich history but is one of the smallest inhabited islands in The Bahamas. Diverse wildlife and around 50 dive sites attract visitors looking for a unique take on island life. The sprawling beachfront resort will feature over 200 rooms, with complimentary watersports, all-inclusive dining, and entertainment for guests.

The Abaco Club has announced plans to redefine barefoot luxury with the addition of 36 beachfront villa residences, The Cays and a new club and ocean view restaurant, The Beach House.

Entry Protocols

All travelers entering The Bahamas, regardless of vaccination status, are no longer required to apply for The Bahamas Travel Health Visa. Vaccinated travellers no longer need to submit a negative COVID-19 test upon arrival, making travelling to The Bahamas a breeze.

The Islands of The Bahamas is an archipelago made up of 16 main islands and over 700 smaller islands and cays that exude Caribbean charm, with idyllic landscapes and a rich, exciting culture to uncover.

Find out more about The Islands of The Bahamas, here: www.bahamas.com

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Twist To Win Ends in a Grand Style with Four $5,000 Mall at Marathon Shopping Sprees  

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Twist To Win grand finale winners (l-r) Brian Bethel, Taraceta Neely, Ashia Demeritte and Merlin Adams posing along with their winnings from the shopping spree.

NASSAU, Bahamas — Caribbean Bottling Company (CBC), local producers and distributors of Coca-Cola and Dasani products concluded their 10 weeklong Twist To Win campaign with four $5,000 Mall at Marathon shopping sprees.

The campaign which was available throughout the entire Bahamas allowed consumers to enter by purchasing a 20oz bottle with a yellow cap from the following brands: Coca-Cola, Coca-Cola No Sugar, Sprite, Fanta Orange, or Fanta Grape. Each yellow-cap had a unique alpha numeric code underneath which they submitted to the Twist To Win WhatsApp number.

With each qualifying purchase, participants residing in The Bahamas were entered to win instant prizes and into a grand prize draw to win one of four $5,000 shopping sprees at the Mall at Marathon.

Participants also enjoyed exciting instant prizes such as: Airpods, JBL Speakers, premium Coca-Cola merchandise, $500 Visa gift cards and Amazon, Spotify and Apple Music digital gift cards.

Out of 76,000 plus submissions, Brian Bethel, Ashia Demeritte, Merlin Adams, and Taraceta Neely won the coveted Mall at Marathon shopping sprees at the following select stores, Kelly’s House & Home, The Sports Center, John Bull, Brass & Leather, and BTC.

Leading up to the grand finale shopping spree, Coca-Cola hosted a Trivia Showdown with the eight finalists to determine the four winners. Finalists were tested on their knowledge of World History, Pop Culture, Caribbean Bottling Company and Coca-Cola Facts!

After a few rousing rounds of trivia, the four winners were declared after each winning their spot in the shopping spree by answering their questions correctly and choosing the “Grand Prize” Coca-Cola labeled bottles at random.

The morning of the shopping spree Coca-Cola gave the winners exclusive access to the Mall at Marathon and its participating stores before their usual operating hours. Grand prize winners were greeted with wide smiles from Coca-Cola brand representatives and morning bites before the big event.

At the start of the thirty-minute clock the grand prize winners along with each of their Coca-Cola shopping assistants ran to the various stores collecting items in their arms and carts.

Merlin Adams, a husband and father of four was proud to have executed his game-plan at the end of the shopping spree. With toys, a new phone and materials for his home from Kelly’s, Adams felt accomplished in what he gathered.

Taraceta Neely, a winner from Eleuthera collected beautiful bags for herself and relatives from Brass and Leather and Brian Bethel bought matching athletic and outdoor wear from The Sports Center for his family.

The final winner Ashia Demeritte bought linens and household items in addition to a new phone from BTC right in time for Christmas.

Caribbean Bottling Company is proud to share the real magic of Coca-Cola with the grand prize winners and the may instant prize winners across the Twist To Win campaign. For more updates on new products, promotions, and events follow www.cbcbahamas.com.

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 The Coca-Cola Art Project Astonishes Art Lovers at The Bahamas Culinary & Arts Festival  

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NASSAU, Bahamas — Caribbean Bottling Company (CBC), local producers and distributors of Coca-Cola and Dasani products displayed their astonishing Coca-Cola Art Project (CCAP), during Baha Mar’s five-day Culinary & Arts Festival.                                                                                                                                                                              Earlier this year, Coca-Cola partnered with The University of The Bahamas’ Visual Art and Design Department for a culturally rich art competition. UB’s art students were challenged to create pieces surrounding the theme, Bahamian music.

As a result, 20 student works of art were made, with four students declared as winners at the CCAP exhibit opening in Baha Mar’s ECCHO: Art Gallery in August. To recreate the culturally stimulating magic felt at the exhibit’s premiere, the CCAP was featured at the FUZE Art Tent during The Bahamas Culinary & Arts Festival.

Nine incredible pieces of art lined the walls of the Coca-Cola Art Project, four of which included the winning pieces from Jhanaisia Cole, with ‘Gaulin Bride’; Alyssa Pinder, with ‘Shotgun Wedding’; Nelson Gray, with ‘Untitled’; and Jaela Bowe, with the piece ‘Whims of Obeah, a Folktail’.                                                                                                                                                                                                                     Additionally, an intimate listening room was built. It displayed students’ artistic processes, UB Visual Art and Design representatives, and a recap of the exhibit opening for audiences.

Art enthusiasts also enjoyed premium limited-edition CCAP keepsakes at the booth. Journals which featured a collage of all 20 student submissions on the front and back cover, postcards with an art piece on the cover along with the student’s name, title, dimension and materials on the back and pens designed with the CCAP’s dynamic logo.

Throughout the art festival diverse groups of people visited the art tent taking in the displays while enjoying the artistic insights from the listening booth.

Community and culture are always at the forefront of Caribbean Bottling Community, and it was boldly showcased during The Bahamas Culinary & Arts Festival for the third consecutive year.

For more details on the Coca-Cola Art Project, events and new products visit www.cbcbahamas.com today!

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CWS Brings a Galore of Bubbles at Annual Jollification Festival  

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Caribbean Wines & Spirits team members smiling behind one of the company’s two bars at Jollification

NASSAU, Bahamas — Caribbean Wines & Spirits (CWS), The Bahamas’ premier wines and spirits distributor delighted Jollification attendees with bubbles from their Bottega and Bouvet Ladubay sparkling wines and Besserat de Bellefon champagne lines.

Located in the Monument Circle on The Retreat grounds, CWS transformed The Retreat Garden into a lush lounge with Besserat, Bouvet and their latest product addition, Bottega, during the two-day affair.

The festivities kicked off Friday during BNT Member’s Night. Guests enjoyed exclusive offerings from CWS’s catalogue, offered exclusively to members.  Complimentary mixes or glasses on the rocks included El Tequileno tequila, Hard Truth whiskey, House of Angostura rum, Cross Keys gin, Nemiroff vodka and a slew of wines such as Fonesca Bin, Bottega and Besserat.

Guests also savored the ‘Jolly Paloma’ cocktail, an instant favorite made with El Tequileno tequila, Schweppes Grapefruit and Domaine de Paris rose wine.  To end the night, guests were treated to branded limited-edition wine tumblers as keepsakes.

On Saturday and Sunday, Jollification attendees delighted in glasses or bottles of champagne and sparkling brut or rosé wines while taking in the comfort of the chic lounge.  In addition to purchasing bottles for onsite consumption, consumers were also able to purchase bottles as gifts whether for themselves or someone special.

The sophisticated “bubble lounge” lounge was decked with velvet couches, gold rimmed cocktail tables, blue and pink pillows, and a white floral branded backdrop created for capturing the perfect picture.

Caribbean Wines & Spirits, a historic partner of the Bahamas National Trust was pleased to support Jollification 2025 to kick off the festive season and share their expansive range of spirits.

To keep up to date with all CWS products and events, visit their website at www.cwsbahamas.com today.

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