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Increased Market Demand Spurs Continental to Add Airlift to Bimini, Bahamas
Date: 06.12.2008
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Continental Connection Adds Second Flight/Yellow Air Taxi Introduces Fares Beginning at $79/person
 
BIMINI, Bahamas,

Recent additions to Bimini Bay Resort and Marina, the island’s first upscale full-service resort, has fueled an increased demand for airlift to the island prompting major airline operator Continental and charter companies such as Yellow Air Taxi to add additional service to the island.

Continental Connection, operated by Gulfstream International Airlines, has expanded its air service to Bimini adding a second afternoon flight to the island; Yellow Air Taxi, a charter operator servicing 14 destinations within the Bahamas as well as Florida, has recently expanded its air service to include four weekly flights to Bimini; Air time from Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to Bimini Island International Airport, Bahamas (BIM) is approximately 30 minutes.

“Increasing the air seats into the island is essential as we develop new leisure markets for the destination of Bimini, Bahamas,” stated Nancy Williams, director of Sales and marketing for Bimini Bay Resort and Marina. “The resort offers travelers all the amenities of a full-service resort while maintaining the charm and experience of the Bahamas Out Islands.”

Continental Connection’s second daily flight departs in the afternoon at 3:55 p.m., perfect for passengers connecting from other gateway cities. Gulfstream International Airlines provides service from FLL to BIM with fares beginning at $248 round-trip. For more information, visit www.continental.com

Yellow Air Taxi’s scheduled charter service to the Bahamas provides airlift from FLL to BIM with introductory fares beginning at $79 per person, one-way, less taxes and fees. There are four scheduled flights throughout the week on Sunday, Monday, Thursday and Friday. Scheduled service departs at 12 p.m. out of FLL and 1:00 p.m. out of BIM. Special promotional packages are also being offered. For more information, visit www.flyyellowairtaxi.com.

Bimini Bay Resort rates begin at $250/night for a one-bedroom luxury suite. For more information and to book your Bimini getaway, visit biminibayresort.com or call (242) 347-2900.


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1200 S. Pine Island Rd. Suite 450
Plantation, Fl 33324
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