Nassau, The Bahamas – The Sheraton Nassau Beach Resort is welcoming locals and boat racing enthusiasts alike during the March 23, 2011 Offshore Rib Rally 785.  The ideal location to enjoy this speed boat racing spectacular, the resort is offering special discounted rates in tandem with the event. Spectators taking advantage of the resort’s prime location will be able to view the boats in an exhilarating head-to-head race from a stage specially positioned on its white-sand beach.

Two unique offers are available for those who want to make the race a fun-filled day or seize the moment for an overnight “stay-cation.”  Both the $99 Day Pass, and discounted $129 Bahamas Resident Rate include access to the resort’s incredible offerings, including three freshwater pools with oversized whirlpools; complimentary non-motorized watersports such as kayaking, snorkeling, and windsurfing; and delectable food and beverage options like Amici, A Trattoria, Bimini Market, Dolphin Grill, Caribe Café, Telegraph Bar and Edgewater Bar.  Overnight guests extending their visit to the resort after the day’s festivities will enjoy unrivaled accommodations with breathtaking views of the ocean.

“We are thrilled that the Rib Rally chose our resort as its 2011 home base,” said Andrew Neubauer, director of sales and marketing for the Sheraton Nassau Beach Resort. “We hope our neighbors will come out to enjoy the races and take advantage of this fantastic way to get away for the day, experiencing all of the resort’s other activities and offerings.”

During the Rib Rally’s visit to The Bahamas, eight rigid 24-foot inflatable boats – which have traveled from the Netherlands – will compete.  The boats will feature teams of four, including both male and female competitors. 

For more information and/or reservations, call the Sheraton Nassau Beach Resort at 242-327-6000 or visit http://www.SheratonNassau.com.  

About the Sheraton Nassau Beach Resort

Situated on a 1,000-foot stretch of one of Nassau’s spectacular white-sand beaches, the 694-room Sheraton Nassau Beach Resort features seven exquisite acres of stunning waterscape, including three freshwater pools with flowing waterfalls, a swim-up bar and oversized whirlpools nestled among tropical landscaping. The resort houses six restaurants and lounges serving a variety of island specialties and international cuisine. The Sheraton Nassau Beach Resort is 15 minutes from Nassau’s Lynden Pindling International Airport, which is serviced by a number of domestic and international carriers. Visit the Sheraton Nassau Beach Resort on Facebook and Twitter.