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Old Bahama Bay transitions lodging unit management to condominium owners - Dec 16, 2011 - 12:48:10 PM
WEST END, GRAND BAHAMA
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Consistent with
its established effort to focus attention on the development and
operation of the commercial and utility properties it owns, the Old
Bahama Bay Resort (OBB Resort) development company has announced that
it will not renew its rental management agreement with the condominium
owners at the resort.
A
proposed continuation plan would result in the property and rental
management responsibilities reverting to the condo owners themselves,
while OBB Resort will continue to operate the marina and oversee food
and beverage operations...
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Old Bahama Bay Jadot Wine Dinner, April 6th - Apr 6, 2011 - 2:41:27 PM
West End, Grand Bahama - You are
cordially invited to attend a grand
evening of exquisite wines and
delicious food at the Old Bahama Bay Resort & Yacht Harbour on
Wednesday April 6, 2011 at 6:30 pm. The dinner will feature
wines from
Cakebread Cellars, St. Francis Winery, Taylor Port and Louis Jadot
hosted by Mr. Larry Nocera, Director Cruise Lines, Caribbean and Latin
America of Kobrand Corporation and Chef Nathan Moody. The cost for the
evening is $95.00 per person including gratuities and a complementary
bottle of Wild Rock Cupids Arrow Pinot Noir.
Seating is limited, so please RSVP by contacting Sophia Rolle...
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Old Bahama Bay Resort & Yacht Harbour Invites Boaters to Head to West End with $199 Dockage - Apr 6, 2011 - 8:35:11 AM
Bahamas Luxury Boutique Resort Offers $1.99 per ft dockage and $199 Hotel Suite Rate through July 3rd.
Old Bahama Bay Resort & Yacht Harbour, Grand Bahama Island’s
premier resort and marina, invites boaters to come back to West End.
Now through July 3rd, 2011 boaters will receive a special rate of $1.99
ft dockage and a room rate of $199.00 + Tax. Guests must book both
dockage and room night.
Old Bahama Bay is located in West End Village, approximately 25 miles
west of the city of Freeport, Grand Bahama and only 55 nautical miles
east of West Palm Beach, FL. With its 73 rooms, 2 restaurants and 72
marina slips...
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Old Bahama Bay Resort Unveils 2011 Romance Package on Grand Bahama Island - Jan 26, 2011 - 12:19:50 PM
Old Bahama Bay Resort & Yacht Harbour, Grand Bahama Island’s
premier resort and marina, invites couples to escape to the white sand
beaches for memorable and relaxing romantic getaways in true Bahamian
style. Couples will enjoy a private boat trip to their own deserted
island, two massages, champagne with chocolate covered strawberries and
daily breakfast and dinner for two.
Old Bahama Bay provides the perfect destination and travel packages
for couples seeking total relaxation in an exclusive island paradise
setting in 2011. The Bahamas resort, located just 55 miles east of Palm
Beach, Florida...
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Celebrate New Year's at Bonefish Folley's at Old Bahama Bay - Dec 30, 2010 - 7:21:34 PM
West End, Grand Bahama Island - Enjoy New Year's Eve at Bonefish Folley's Bar and Grille at Old Bahama Bay.
Dinner service at 7pm. $110 per person, includes party favours, and bonfire and live band on the beach afterward.
Glass of champagne, appetizers and two courses followed by dessert. See our full menu within...
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Old Bahama Bay announces 2010 Holiday Packages - Dec 27, 2010 - 11:33:11 PM
Old Bahama Bay at Ginn sur Mer, Grand Bahama Island’s premier resort
and marina, invites guests to escape to the white sand beaches for
memorable and relaxing holiday getaways in true Bahamian style.
Old Bahama Bay provides the perfect destination and holiday packages for both families
and couples seeking total relaxation in an exclusive island paradise
setting this holiday season. The Bahamas resort, located just 55 miles
east of Palm Beach, Florida, features tranquility at every turn with its
hammock-lined beaches, crystal blue waters, spectacular sunsets, luxury
guestroom accommodations and exciting on-site activities...
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Talkin' Tourism
Talkin' Tourism features Old Bahama Bay and Sustainable Tourism - Dec 7, 2010 - 10:32:33 AM
West End, Grand Bahama - According to Wikipedia, S
ustainable Tourism
is an industry committed to making a low impact on the environment and
local culture, while helping to generate future employment for local
people. The aim of sustainable tourism is to ensure that development
brings a positive experience for the local people, tourism companies and
the tourists themselves. This week’s show, hosted by the luxury
boutique and marina of
Old Bahama Bay and the
Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, was a prime example of sustainable tourism and how the Blue Flag Programme
plays a role to ensure the sustainability of Bahamian ocean and coastal
environments and how participating destinations are making a positive
impact on local communities...
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Talkin' Tourism - This week, LIVE from Old Bahama Bay! - Nov 30, 2010 - 10:18:45 AM
Talkin’ Tourism on
Florida’s Treasure Coast (and Beyond!) is once again focused on the
“beyond” as the team crosses the Gulf Stream to Grand Bahama Island to
bring you a show live from Old Bahama Bay, located at West End, on Grand
Bahama Island.
With over 700 islands and cays and 100,000 square
miles of pristine ocean and coastal environments, the Bahamian
government knows that if the marine environment degrades so does their
tourism industry. The Sustainable Tourism Division of the Bahamas
Ministry of Tourism is responsible for helping to insure the protection
of Bahamian waters and is the administrator of the Blue Flag Programme.
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You're invited to the Johnny Walker Scotch Dinner at Old Bahama Bay - Nov 11, 2010 - 12:50:03 PM
West End, Grand Bahama, Bahamas - Old Bahama Bay invites you to their
Johnny Walker Dinner on Saturday,
November 13th.
Enjoy food and whiskey pairings, all hosted by Johnny Walker Ambassador, Mr. Arturro Savage.
Limited tickets available at Burns House, Queen's Highway, Freeport. Full experience for $90. View the dinner menu within...
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Old Bahama Bay to temporarily close for maintenance September 8th to October 8, 2009 - Sep 3, 2009 - 2:20:09 PM
West End, Grand Bahama - Old Bahama Bay General Manager Jackie Carroll today announced the planned, temporary closure of Old Bahama Bay beginning September 8th through October 8th, 2009.
The resort will use this time period to conduct scheduled maintenance work. The move is in keeping with the resort’s commitment to maintaining quality standards and service.
"September has traditionally been our slowest time of year, so it just made good sense for us to schedule the maintenance work now,” said Carroll...
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Mike Schmidt Cystic Fibrosis Fishing Tournament at Old Bahama Bay - Jun 3, 2009 - 5:04:59 PM
West End, Grand Bahama Island - From May 14-17, 2009 The Ginn Old Bahama Bay Resort and Marina played host to dozens of the world’s most skilled fishermen for the Mike Schmidt’s Winners Circle Fishing Tournament. The event which is held annually is in its 10th year with the funds raised used to benefit the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.
More than 35 teams entered and participated in the 3 day tournament including a team from Old Bahama Bay. Avid Fishermen Al Jones, Senior VP of Ginn Development and Nathan Moody Director of Operations
at Old Bahama Bay, personally sponsored the team with Mr. Jones offering his personal vessel the “Grand Baby” for use, while Mr. Moody funded the cost and was the Captain for the team...
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Old Bahama Bay holds its first ever Native Fish Hunt - Jun 2, 2009 - 11:06:37 PM
Freeport, Grand Bahama - All roads led to West End Grand Bahama and the Old Bahama Bay Resort and Marina as the property kicked off its first ever Native Fish Hunt on Whit Monday, May 31, 2009. The two day event sponsored by the Ministry of Tourism, Waugh Construction, Bradford Marine and GB Foods provided a holiday weekend of Sun and Fun for all participants.
The idea for a Native Fish Hunt was born out of the desire to bring greater attention to the wonderful fishing opportunities available in the Bahamas and more specifically off the coast of West End. For years Old Bahama Bay has hosted scores of international and US fisherman in various tournaments and has had a great deal of success in doing so...
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Old Bahama Bay's NATIVE Fish Hunt 2009! - May 31, 2009 - 6:36:28 PM
West End, Grand Bahama - Old Bahama Bay announces their 1st Annual Native Fish Hunt to be held Whit Monday, June 1st.
This tournament is for the Natives (local Grand Bahamians) but visitors are invited also to be a part of this unique and exciting tournament. A great family activity!
Weigh-in is at 5pm Sunday with awards and reception to follow. 'Hunt' T-shirts, cocktails and other promotions. Maximum of 4 persons per boat. Entry fee $400. Contact Peter Watson at Old Bahama Bay at 350-6516, or email pwatson@ginncompany.com
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Old Bahama Bay - Bahamas Summer Getaway Deals - May 13, 2009 - 3:30:45 PM
West End, Grand Bahama - Celebrate summer Bahamian style at Old Bahama Bay™. Enjoy barefoot elegance while relaxing in our luxurious oceanfront suites. Take a scenic sunset cruise aboard our handcrafted mahogany watercraft the
Conch Pearl or lounge at our beachfront pool.
Don't miss out this summer...make sure to reserve your spot in our state of the art marina.
Early reservations are recommended for the following dates: 4th of July Weekend ( July 3-5 ), opening of Lobster Season ( July 30-August 2 ) and Labor Day Weekend ( September 4-7 )...
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Ignite or Rekindle Your Love at Old Bahama Bay - Feb 14, 2009 - 9:15:29 AM
West End, Grand Bahama Island -
Ignite or rekindle your love at Old Bahama Bay SM. Enjoy a romantic four-course meal in Aqua fine dining restaurant on Valentine’s Day. Or stay the weekend, with our suite and breakfast package starting at $210 per night.***
Ultimate Valentine’s Special from $180 per night* OR Valentine’s Dinner – $85 per person**
Combining Bahamian charm and luxury, Old Bahama Bay is the ultimate getaway for tranquility, relaxation and pampered service. Featuring 73 spacious beachfront luxury rooms and suites, a 72-slip marina, an oceanfront pool, casual & fine dining and an assortment of complimentary beach activities...
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Statement by Ginn sur Mer on the passing of Jett Travolta - Jan 2, 2009 - 7:26:55 PM
Statement by Ginn sur Mer on the passing of Jett Travolta - by Robert Gidel, President of Ginn Resorts: -
"Our thoughts and prayers go out to John Travolta, Kelly Preston and their family on the tragic death of their son Jett. The Travolta family has become like family to us at Old Bahama Bay and we extend our deepest sympathies to them."
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New Year's 2009 Events at Old Bahama Bay - Jan 1, 2009 - 6:05:31 AM
West End, Grand Bahama Island -
Come for a whole evening of New Year's activities at Old Bahama Bay and stay for more up until January 3rd!
Conch-Tini Happy Hour from 5-6pm;
Holiday Buffet Dinner at Bonefish Folley's Bar & Grille at 5:30pm until...;
New Year's Eve Dinner & Show at Aqua Restaurant with the 'Fox Fire' band from 7:30pm until... Includes cocktail hour from 7:30 to 8:30, sit down dinner at 8:30 (four courses) with party favors and Junkanoo Rushout;
After Dinner Catamaran Cruise from 10:30pm to 1am, or our
VIP Conch Pearl Cruise at 11:30 pm for fireworks.
Click [Read more...] for further details on reservations and pricing...
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Ginn Donates Books to the West End Primary School Library - Dec 13, 2008 - 6:59:36 AM
West End, Grand Bahama Island
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Students of the West End Primary School received literary gifts when Ginn Old Bahama Bay donated books by Bahamian author, Roderick Colebrook, to the school’s library.
Since April 2007, a weekly reading program was instituted at the school, allowing staff members of Old Bahama Bay along with visiting authors to read to the students. The contribution of fifty books particularly geared towards grades five and six students, was a part of this ongoing effort...
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Delphi Software connects Ginn Sur Mer to other Ginn properties - Dec 7, 2008 - 6:05:30 PM
West End, Grand Bahama Island–
From a sales and marketing prospective, Old Bahama Bay by Ginn sur Mer is now officially connected to other Ginn properties in the United States.
All of the Ginn Resort & Club properties are now connected via the Delphi Multi-Property software designed by Newmarket International, Inc. the leader in hospitality sales automation.
This includes the Ginn resorts of Hammock Beach, Reunion, Belvidere and Old Bahama Bay.
After weeks of training for on-island staff in the sales, marketing, reservations and food and beverage departments, Brent Ingraham, vice president of sales at Old Bahama Bay, is pleased with the connectivity...
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