Have you ever swum with stingrays? Has it been on your to-do list for some time now, or just something you think might be fun for you and your family? Exuma has a lot to offer in terms of exploration with wildlife, from swimming with pigs, hanging on the beach with iguanas, snorkeling with nurse…
DetailsExuma for Artists, Crafters, and Creatives When it comes to a beach-front vacation, most people immediately think about sunbathing and body surfing, snorkeling and sailing, umbrella drinks and lobster tails. But what about artistic inspiration? Of course, taking a bit of time away from the daily grind can get anyone’s creative juices flowing. But it…
DetailsWho isn’t looking for bargain travel these days? As the Bahamas Out-Islands, and the Exumas in particular, gain popularity, more people are trying to figure out how to access this area on a budget. Among the odd trends, a few travel writers advise the use of constant complaints to get discounts. No chocolate on your…
DetailsMany visitors from the Northern Hemisphere look to the Bahamas when temperatures plunge, but what about a summer holiday on the beaches in Great Exuma? The August weather may be comparable to that back home, but there are numerous things to do to make your family vacation worthy of a stellar back-to-school essay. Here are…
DetailsIf you’ll be in the George Town, Exuma, area this month, listen up! Every weekend in July, there’s Junkanoo in Regatta Park. Traditionally celebrated on Boxing Day (December 26th), Junkanoo is similar to Carnivale. Music troupes lay down a rhythmic base with drums and barrels and are joined by brass band musicians doing Bahamian melodies.…
DetailsJuly seems to make everyone feel more independent, and the boundary-stretching impulse has hit here at your favorite Exuma beachfront resort. Countries all over the world have Independence Days this month. Canada on July 1, USA on July 4, and the Bahamas on July 10 mark their breakaways from the British Empire, just as some…
DetailsHave you been researching vacation options at Sandals Exuma Resort, also known as Sandals Emerald Bay? If you have but aren’t sure if an all-inclusive resort is the right choice for you, keep reading to find out some of the benefits you may find beyond the Sandals compound gates: Authenticity A packaged vacation can be…
DetailsIt’s June and marriage is in the air. Exuma will welcome brides and grooms in the coming weeks, as we do all year. And for good reason! When it comes to a backdrop for photos you will cherish for a lifetime, it’s tough to beat the turquoise waters of the Exumas. The purity translates into…
DetailsUnderwater enthusiasts are currently following Fabien Cousteau’s “Mission 31,” a 31-day stay in the Florida Keys-based underwater habitat, Aquarius. As the Atlantic Monthly points out, funding to explore 99% of Earth’s habitable area (which is beneath the water’s surface) is a fraction of that devoted to space discovery. It’s exciting to think we are just…
DetailsMaybe you’re almost ready for your Exuma vacation. You’ve figured out where to stay and what to do while you’re here—but what in the world should you bring? If you’re a first-time visitor to the Bahamas Out Islands, here are our suggestions for approaching that suitcase with serenity. Dress for Simplicity, Rather than Success We…
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