Wednesday, September 24, 2008

Play Golf in the Bahamas Where The Sun Shines Almost Every Day:


Consistent sunshine makes Golf in the Bahamas the ideal choice for a golf vacation or group outing. The islands regularly host world-class tournaments. There is no winter season to limit play, just year-round blue skies and warm weather. Nassau averages seven hours of completely sunny skies per day, and rain seldom lasts for longer than it takes to get under cover, even during the rainy season. An average winter temperature of 70° means the grass is always green and you can Play Golf in the Bahamas 365 days a year.

Best Islands to Play Golf:

There are some 700 islands in the Bahama chain. All are spectacular in their own way, but only a few are large enough to support a golf course. So, of all the islands of the Bahamas, only four spring readily to mind when our thoughts turn to golf vacations: Grand Bahama Island, New Providence Island (Nassau), Great Exuma, and Treasure Cay in the Abacos.

Four Seasons Golf Club




Four Seasons Golf Club Great Exuma at Emerald Bay is a championship 18-hole course designed by golf legend, Greg Norman. Set to become one of the world's greatest ocean-side clubs, the course uses an environmentally friendly seashore paspalum grass, which offers a lush, deep green canopy. Nestled in a series of dramatic fairways along the oceanfront that wind through seaside dunes, the course finishes on a rocky peninsula with a spectacular view of the ocean. Six signature holes hug the perimeter of Emerald Bay's scenic peninsula, providing unparalleled vistas along its turquoise waters.

The Pro Shop is open from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm and tee times are offered from 7:00 am to 4:00 pm. This may fluctuate depending on the daylight. Clubs and shoes are available for rent.

Tuesday, September 23, 2008

CaribbeanWay's selection of Bahamas villas are the perfect complement to the landscape of this tropical archipelago, both tailor-made for the beach holiday. Many of our villas in Bahamas are located right along the sandy shores, offering the perfect excuse to laze around and do nothing all day.

For guests of Bahamas villa rentals who want a little more action, these island offer a wealth of activities that range from golf to craft markets to historical tours.

One-on-one Villa Vacation Planning

At CaribbeanWay, our top priority is making sure you're 100% thrilled with your Bahamas vacation rentals, every step of the way. Our Villa Specialists are exceptionally keen guides who will help you find the Bahamas villa that's perfect for you. And once you've found it, our detail-oriented Concierges will take care of all the arrangements. Put your plans in our expert hands, and discover the ultimate luxury villa experience.

What can your Concierge arrange? Here are some ideas:



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Pre-stocking the villa with food
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Door-to-door luggage delivery
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Private yoga instructor
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Private tour guides

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Poolside massages
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Personal chefs
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Car rentals
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Theme parties
The Bahamian archipelago of over 700 islands and cays includes the popular cities of Freeport and Nassau. Freeport offers great shopping and casinos. Nassau also offers gambling, plus the Ardastra Gardens zoo. Explore at a pleasant pace on a horse drawn surrey. Diving with dolphins, swimming with sharks or snorkeling pristine reefs are just some of the natural encounters available. Those looking to escape cruise ship hordes can slip away to Harbour Island, the Exumas or Andros in the Out...

Recommended Hotels
1- Rock House
Average price*: $437 (year-round)
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 5 of 5 stars based on 80 reviews
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 6 hotels in Harbour Island

* Hotel class: 5 of 5
* Rooms: 9
* Recommended For: Honeymooners
* Traveler Reviews:
o Aug 11, 2008: “Beautiful hotel, wonderful service”
o Jul 15, 2008: “Thanks Rockhouse Staff!”
o Jul 9, 2008: “Best spot on Harbour Island”


2- Grand Isle Resort & Spa
Grand Isle Resort & Spa
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Average price*: $607 (year-round)
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars based on 30 reviews
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 9 hotels in Great Exuma

* Rooms: 78
* Recommended For: Honeymooners, Families with children, Seniors
* Traveler Reviews:
o Aug 16, 2008: “A Dream Vacation”
o Aug 4, 2008: “I don't want to go anywhere else!”
o Jul 31, 2008: “Beautiful resort, customer satisfaction lacking”

3- Compass Point Beach Resort
Compass Point Beach Resort
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Average price*: $376 (year-round)
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars based on 113 reviews
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 49 hotels in Nassau

* Hotel class: 4 of 5
* Rooms: 18
* Recommended For: Honeymooners, Seniors
* Traveler Reviews:
o Sep 8, 2008: “The Perfect Venue”
o Sep 6, 2008: “08/08/08 Compass Point wedding”
o Sep 4, 2008: “Living the Dream at this Resort”


4- Powell Pointe Resort at Cape Eleuthera
Powell Pointe Resort at Cape Eleuthera
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Average price*: $682 (year-round)
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars based on 9 reviews
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 14 hotels in Eleuthera

* Rooms: 67
* Recommended For: Singles, Families with children, Seniors, Families with teenagers
* Traveler Reviews:
o Aug 7, 2008: “Super Resort - Super Fishing!”
o May 13, 2008: “World Class Resort”
o May 13, 2008: “Absolute Paradise”


5- Cape Santa Maria Beach Resort
Cape Santa Maria Beach Resort

Average price*: $280 (year-round)
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars based on 106 reviews
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 4 hotels in Long Island

* Hotel class: 4 of 5
* Rooms: 38
* Recommended For: Honeymooners, Families with children, Seniors
* Traveler Reviews:
o Sep 20, 2008: “True Relaxation”
o Sep 20, 2008: “Wonderful Vacation - Great Resort”
o Sep 17, 2008: “LOVE IT - LOVE IT - LOVE IT”


6- Small Hope Bay Lodge
Small Hope Bay Lodge
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Average price*: $369 (year-round)
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars based on 76 reviews
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 10 hotels in Andros

* Hotel class: 2 of 5
* Rooms: 21
* Recommended For: Seniors, Families with teenagers
* Traveler Reviews:
o Sep 22, 2008: “When Can We Come Back Again?!?”
o Aug 30, 2008: “Not for Experienced Divers OR inexperienced divers”
o Aug 24, 2008: “Great for more experienced divers or just to relax”

7- Stella Maris Resort Club
Stella Maris Resort Club
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Average price*: $193 (year-round)
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars based on 26 reviews
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #2 of 4 hotels in Long Island

* Hotel class: 3 of 5
* Rooms: 29
* Recommended For: Honeymooners, Families with teenagers
* Traveler Reviews:
o Jul 14, 2008: “Beautiful setting, fantastic people”
o May 18, 2008: “Stella Maris - Truly the Star of the Sea...”
o Mar 28, 2008: “Reconsider it”