Bahamas Out Island Press Releases

Relax or Explore in Barefoot Luxury; Fly Free Deals Available in Time for Music Festival and Annual Regatta

NASSAU, The Bahamas – April 16, 2010 – Now is the time to discover the off-the-beaten path, rustic brilliance of Cat Island in The Islands Of The Bahamas. With two of the island’s defining cultural events approaching and enticing travel deals currently available, the time has never been better to visit the island celebrated for boating, fishing, world-class diving and nature trails.

Cat Island’s hidden coves, uninhabited cays and high bluffs provide a year-round tropical beach vacation adventure. For an exciting land jaunt, visit ancient Amerindian campsites or hike up Mt. Alvernia, the highest point in The Bahamas, for 360-degree views. Explore underwater caves, blue holes or Alligator Creek, home to a plethora of turtles and stingrays. Of course, those desiring peace and quiet will find the island’s secluded beaches and quaint communities provide the ultimate relaxation. The island has doesn’t even have a traffic light!

Kick off the summer season by planning a visit during the 12th annual Rake ‘N’ Scrape music festival, a Cat Island signature event taking place June 3-6, 2010 where Bahamian culture is celebrated with a spirited revelry. Featuring a battle of the bands, quadrille dancing and a farmer’s market, the festival celebrates Cat Island’s role in the origination of rake ‘n’ scrape music and islanders’ ingenuity in using materials at hand to make whatever instruments they need. Planning a vacation later this summer? Local residents and regatta lovers throughout The Bahamas will reunite July 28-August 2, 2010 at the Cat Island Annual Regatta for sloop racing, live entertainment, games and native cuisine.

Special Travel Offers
Take advantage of the limited-time, air-inclusive packages currently offered by the island’s resorts. Explore beyond Nassau/Paradise Island on The Bahamas’ dime with free airfare for two from Nassau to Cat Island or receive free companion airfare offered roundtrip from the U.S. Resorts throughout Cat Island are offering both specials, including: Fernandez Bay Village, located on a stretch of beach dotted with villas and attached garden showers and recent host of a Sports Illustrated swimsuit photo shoot; Sammy T’s Beach Resort, located on a private beach cove perfect for snorkeling and sailing and boasting some of the most delicious Bahamian food on the island; and Island HoppInn, located near the center of the island and offering affordable rates sure to fit any travel budget. Visit www.MyOutIslands.com or call 1-800-OUT-ISLANDS to book now.

Life in the 700 Islands Of The Bahamas just keeps getting better. And it’s easy to see why. With world-class diving and fishing, miles of picture perfect beaches, and gorgeous turquoise water, visitors have the opportunity to do everything or nothing at all. From Exuma, Eleuthera and Abaco to exciting Nassau/Paradise Island and Grand Bahama Island, this tropical paradise is as culturally diverse as it is vibrantly beautiful. For more information on travel packages, activities and accommodations, call 1-800-Bahamas or visit www.Bahamas.com. Join us on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/Bahamas or follow us on www.Twitter.com @VisitTheBahamas. To purchase one-of-a-kind items and mementos from The Bahamas, visit www.eshopbahamas.com.

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Media Contacts:

Chelsey Lutz
Weber Shandwick
(212) 445-8153
clutz@webershandwick.com

Anita Johnson-Patty
Bahamas Ministry of Tourism
(954) 236-9292
ajohnson@bahamas.com