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Bahamas Handbook 2005
by Etienne
Dupuch Jr. Publications Ltd.
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$35.95 |
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$43.95 |
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| All The Bahamas in one book!! |
| 672
pages of fascinating articles, colourful photos and maps. Complete
Blue Pages information
section. This is the most complete book available on living
and doing business in The Bahamas. |
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Take a colourful journey
through the islands of The Bahamas. This collection of photographs
showcases, in stunning detail, the beauty of the islands and
their people. Drink in the blazing colours of crimson, orange,
yellow and purple flowers, the vivid blue-green ocean, the
warm amber light of an early morning on the beach, the stark
white of a sun-drenched cottage and the soft pink of a graceful
old building in the afternoon shadows. (top) |
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A troubled boy from
the Out Islands becomes a Hollywood legend: Academy Award winner
Sir Sidney Poitier. |
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Dynamic Bahamian Jewish
community traces its roots back to the arrival of Christopher
Columbus in 1492. |
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Scores of world-famous
musicians, artists and writers have found relaxation and inspiration
in the beauty of The Bahamas. (top) |
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A story on the plan
to reinvent old Nassau and open up its historic waterfront
to visitors outlines the government’s strategy to better
compete in world tourism. |
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The Bahamas’ cruise
industry has come a long way from its start in the mid-1800s.
From cramped quarters and long journeys, to elegant suites
and fine dining, cruise passengers now enjoy a level of service
and luxury far beyond the wildest dreams of those first travellers. |
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From ales to jails,
Parliament Street has contributed much to Nassau’s history.
An afterthought, the road emerged out of necessity as buildings
were erected, but soon became an important part of the city’s
layout and culture. (top) |
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Sleepy Cat Island,
with its turbulent past and reputation for the supernatural,
is the ideal spot for a get-way-from-it-all holiday. |
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Top sailors and legendary
boats are competing once again in the newly revived Miami to
Nassau Ocean Race, the first of which took place in 1934.
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Abaco residents planned to break
away from The Bahamas in the 1970s. Their plan to become a
sovereign nation included armed revolution, if necessary. (top) |
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Sol Kerzner, Hotelier
of the World, had good reason for choosing The Bahamas as the
location for his spectacular Atlantis resort. This visionary
man with an eye for the unconventional knows a good opportunity
when he sees one. |
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More and more travellers
are looking for a purpose to visit. The Bahamas is targetting
these speciality markets in tourism and turning them into profits. |
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Hedge Funds are hot
products for high-net worth investors and The Bahamas is taking
advantage of this trend, offering intriguing options for those
who qualify. |
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New foundations legislation
is a milestone for the Bahamas financial services industry.
It makes the country the first common law jurisdiction with
legal provisions for foundations, stimulating growth for the
sector.
With these and other stories – including a look at commercial
and residential real estate developments in Nassau and beyond – the
Handbook gives readers keen insight into the world of business
in The Bahamas that is unmatched by any other publication.
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As with past editions, the Handbook
recognizes the importance of Grand Bahama with a section devoted
entirely to the island. |
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Major new projects,
including an advanced movie studio and a huge resort, promise
to transform the island. |
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Doug Silvera, a low-key
character with a high-profile life, was a pioneer in the development
of Freeport, from his first arrival on the island in 1951 to
his role today as an integral part of Grand Bahama. |
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Lady Henrietta St George has helped
hundreds of Grand Bahama's disadvantaged children realize their
full potential. |
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The new Isle of Capri
Casino is expected to provide a much-needed boost to Grand
Bahama's economy. (top) |
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From the Prime Minister
and Cabinet to the Members of Parliament, the Government section
gives readers complete information on the people in power,
including public service officials, ambassadors, diplomatic
and consular representatives, honorary consuls and international
organizations and representatives. Detailed locator maps make
it easy to find government offices in Nassau. (top) |
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Since 1950 the Bahamas
Handbook has remained the most comprehensive and reliable source
on The Bahamas available anywhere. The Blue Pages sections,
one for Nassau and The Bahamas in general, and one for Grand
Bahama, provide useful information in an encyclopaedic format
for easy reference. Whether you're a yachter searching for
the nearest port of entry, a newcomer who wants information
about immigration, an entrepreneur interested in starting a
new venture or a student researching the history of The Bahamas,
the Blue Pages section contains the information you need. (top)
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