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Last Updated: Feb 13, 2017 - 1:45:37 AM |
Pictured are representatives from the MOT and winners during the special Signature Bridal Event held in Washington, D.C. May 1, from left to right are: Vandia Sands, MOT-Washington; Cecile Torrence, MOT-Plantation; Freda Malcolm, Director of Romance, MOT; Ava Burke, MOT-Romance; Earnestine Moxyz, MOT-Plantation, seated are winners, Chris Hopkins, Nikki Hall and Brittany Gomes. Photo compliments of Felipe Major
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WASHINGTON, DC – The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism’s (MOT) Romance Department held its latest Signature Bridal Event at the Omni Shoreham Hotel in Washington, D.C., May 1, amid inclement weather. The event, which was attended by scores of newly engaged couples seeking destination weddings, also featured wedding vendors from The Bahamas, a Junkanoo rush out, Bahamian fashion show and live entertainment by famed entertainer, Preston “Puzzle” Wallace.
The Bahamas made up of 700 islands and cays and known the world over for its breathtaking beauty, pristine crystal clear waters, diverse and unique culture and charming romance, was named the “Leading Wedding Destination” at the World Travel Awards, which was staged in Morocco in December 2015.
Freda Malcolm, Director of Romance for the MOT said, “the Ministry has been creatively aggressive, in getting its romance message out. It is important that we go into these key feeder markets, like Washington, to tell our story and showcase our beautiful country”.
The recent winners from Washington, DC in The Bahamas’ 16 Islands, 16 Weddings Contest also attended The Bahamas’ Signature Bridal Event in Washington, DC and are pictured with representatives from the MOT from left to right are: (standing) Vandia Sands, Ava Burke, Cecile Torrence, Earnestine Moxyz and seated Rachelle Powell-Stover, Freda Malcolm, MOT-Director of Romance and George Stover. The Stover’s wedding took place on Crooked Island, January 16, 2015 at 16:00 hours. Photo compliments of Felipe Major
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The MOT has also held other Signature Bridal Shows in Atlanta, Georgia, Orlando, Plantation and Boca Raton, Florida and in Houston, Texas.
Bahamian wedding providers including Hollis Cosmetics & Spa, Jim Whitehead Wedding Planning Events, The Nassau Florist, McKenzie’s Photography & Videography services, Chevette Williamson Jewelry Designs and Bahama Handprints exhibited their goods and services. They each provided the future brides, a $250 credit voucher toward the purchased of their respective services.
Attendees participated in a Bahamian style “# I Do Wed” game, which quizzed the couples on how well they knew their spouse, The Bahamas and each other’s impression of The Bahamas.
Models in Resort Wear designed by Bahamian fashion designer in Bahama Hand Prints. Photo compliments of Felipe Major
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Couples got an opportunity to photograph them selves at the event and tweet their photos to family and friends, on the social media platform, Instagram, a contest, which was won by Chris Hopkins and Nikki Hall of Washington, D.C.
Winning the grand prize award, a complimentary three days, two nights stay for two at the beautiful British Colonial Hilton Resort in Nassau, was Brittany Gomes of Silver Springs, Maryland.
About The Islands Of The Bahamas
The Islands Of The Bahamas have a place in the sun for everyone, from Nassau and Paradise Island to Grand Bahama to The Abaco Islands, The Exuma Islands, Harbour Island, Long Island and others. Each island has its own personality and attractions for a variety of vacation styles with some of the world’s best scuba diving, fishing, sailing, boating, as well as, shopping and dining. The destination offers an easily accessible tropical getaway and provides convenience for travelers with preclearance through U.S. customs and immigration, and the Bahamian dollar at par with the U.S. dollar. Do everything or do nothing, just remember It’s Better in The Bahamas. For more information on travel packages, activities and accommodations, call 1-800-Bahamas or visit www.Bahamas.com. Look for The Bahamas on the web on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube
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