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As travel continues to climb to the Caribbean, one of the wider regions closest destinations to the United States is heating up.

The island of Grand Bahama is seeing a wave of activity, with hotel reopenings, a relaunch of cruising and the pathway to a major new airport.

Last month, Grand Bahamas Lighthouse Pointe all-inclusive reopened its doors, with 200 guest rooms and a number of eateries and the hotels leadership team says its already seeing strong bookings throughout the spring and into the summer.

And the islands other leading all-inclusive, the Viva Wyndham Fortuna Beach, will reopen to guests later this week.

In July, Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line will be returning to Grand Bahama, with a planned relaunch onJuly 2, with two-night cruises sailing from the Port of Palm Beach.

That comes as Baleria Caribbean already resumed its ferry service from Fort Lauderdale earlier this year.

And the islands Grand Bahama International Airport is entering the final stages of its redevelopment, with an additional 250-seat departure area and now coming in at 8,000 square feet.

The island has also tapped into the growing demand for remote work and extended stays, with a number of hotels offering options for applicants to The Bahamas BEATS long-term stay program.

Its all part of what has been a broad, oingoing recovery from the impact of Hurricane Dorian at the end of 2019.

With cant-miss offers from a number of properties across the island, there is no better time than now to start planning a Grand Bahama Island vacation, the Grand Bahama Tourist Board said in a statement.

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Sandals Resorts International is planning a major renovation at its Sandals Royal Bahamian resort in Nassau, Caribbean Journal has learned.

The property will undergo a multimillion-dollar renovation project ahead of its planned November 4 reopening, according to the company.

The renovation will include a reimagining of more than 200 rooms and suites at the Cable Beach-area resort.

Thats along with the addition of river suites, along with several new features and facilities, according to the company.

The property will remain closed so as not to intrude upon the guest experience.

The move comes as Sandals marks the 25th anniversary of its entry to The Bahamas.

Sandals Royal Bahamian has a storied past and played a starring role in the history of Bahamian tourism, hosting rock stars and royalty, and we pledge our continued commitment to this captivating island, said Sandals Resorts International Executive Chairman Adam Stewart. We honor and celebrate our partnership with this great destination, looking forward not only to reopening this fall, but to the future, when together, Sandals and the Bahamas will continue to exceed our guests expectations.

The property has been closed amid the pandemic.

The company said guests with reservations at Sandals Royal Bahamian during its closure will be accommodated at the available Sandals resorts location of their choice, including Sandals Emerald Bay.

The company also said it would be assuming all airline change fees.

The other Sandals-branded resort in The Bahamas, Sandals Emerald Bay in Great Exuma, is currently open and welcoming guests.Sandals also owns the Fowl Cay luxe resort, also in Exuma, which reopened last summer.

Sandals will reopen two more resorts, both in Barbados, next month.

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Posted on April 18, 2021

Nassau The Civil Aviation Authority has launched an investigation following the death of a man after a plane crashed in waters near South Bimini late Friday.

It was reported that shortly before 10 p.m., the police were called to waters near the South Bimini International Airport, where the aircraft went down.

It was reported that the police, assisted by residents from Bimini, went to the crash site some 200 to 300 yards east of the airport runway.

Two men were pulled from the water one was alert but appeared to be severely injured, the other appeared lifeless.

Both were taken to the Bimini Clinic where one of them was pronounced dead.

The police reported that the aircraft left Tamami Airport in Florida earlier in the day on Friday with four passengers.

They arrived at the South Bimini International Airport shortly before 9 a.m. and all four passengers disembarked.

Later that day, shortly after 9 p.m., the two passengers took off from the South Bimini International Airport before the plane crashed. (CMC)

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The Bahamas Maritime Authority (BMA) is to implement a new survey, the Seafarer COVID-19 Welfare Survey, designed to capture and reflect the mental health needs of seafarers around the world during the coronavirus pandemic. This initiative, in collaboration with researchers at the University of Washington School of Public Health, manifests itself as a short, online survey open to any and every seafarer.

Over the course of the last 12 months, The BMA has been assisting seafarers around the world and has observed through countless industry experiences, discussions and webinars that this pandemic has affected every seafarer in a different way some positively, but in most cases the emotional, physical and mental strain is ever-present, for now and perhaps well into the future.

The aim of the survey is to accurately collect information from front-line seafarers (who will remain anonymous throughout), specifically focusing on their mental health needs before and during the pandemic. The data collected will be analysed and used to understand the challenges our seafarers have experienced in order to develop effective solutions that raise awareness and guide international efforts to improve the livelihoods of those who choose to serve at sea.

The electronic survey itself is simple to complete and will take about 10 minutes. All results will be kept confidential at the University of Washington and respondents can choose not to answer any question with which they are uncomfortable. To maximise uptake, The BMA has approached a number of key industry bodies to support and raise awareness of the initiative, giving as many seafarers as possible the opportunity to participate and contribute towards this endeavour.

Tom Jenkins, Deputy Director and head of The BMAs Investigations Department, was responsible for implementing the survey. He said, The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted everyone, but especially those members of our industry who form the backbone of the world economy and extend a lifeline to so many. The impact and repercussions of this pandemic cannot be overstated, and it is our collective responsibility to support these individuals and recognise the significance of their role in society. We very much hope that the results of the survey will enable the industry to provide the support identified by seafarers themselves as being the most appropriate in these difficult times.

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MONTEGO BAY Sandals Royal Bahamian is getting a multi-million-dollar makeover in celebration of Sandals Resorts Internationals 25th anniversary in the Bahamas.

The award-winning hotel, spa and private island located in Nassau will unveil several new features and facilities, including the addition of iconic river suites and the refurbishment of over 200 rooms and suites. It will remain closed while construction is underway and will reopen ahead of the winter season on Nov. 4, 2021.

Sandals Royal Bahamian has a storied past and played a starring role in the history of Bahamian tourism, hosting rock stars and royalty, and we pledge our continued commitment to this captivating island, said SRI Executive Chairman Adam Stewart. We honour and celebrate our partnership with this great destination and are looking forward not only to reopening this fall but to the future when, together, Sandals and the Bahamas will continue to exceed our guests expectations.

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After the challenges caused by shipment delays, foundation problems and Hurricane Sandy in seasons one and two of Island of Bryan, season three now picks up with the hotel shutting down due to the pandemic about six weeks after Caerula Mars grand opening. We caught up with Bryan and Sarah Baeumler ahead of the season three kick-off on April 18 to chat about what the last year was like for them between lockdowns, renovations and reopening the resort for guests.

The first set of travel restrictions came into play about six weeks after our grand opening. The Bahamas was not allowing any international travel into the country, or even in between local islands. First and foremost, we had to make a decision about where we wanted to be with our children, and that was to avoid crowded international travel back to Canada and remain at the hotel on South Andros. All our renovations that were underway were halted, existing reservations had to be cancelled, and travellers refunded. We had to lay off the majority of our staff, but kept a skeleton crew on for maintenance, landscaping and housekeeping in order to protect the infrastructure of the hotel. It was a very difficult time.

We stayed on the island with the kids for about 10 months in order to avoid traveling through busy international airports and to protect our investment here. To date, there have been no cases of COVID on our island. Eventually, we made our way home to Canada for Christmas and quarantined while enjoying some snow at our home.

Most of the major renovations had already been completed, however there were a few smaller projects underway that we continued with. Some bigger plans have been put on the back burner until we see where things are headed, and hopefully see a recovery in the travel industry.

The Bahamas reopened for international travel with strict health and safety protocols in place in the fall, so we decided to reopen Caerula Mar after hurricane season at the end of October. Welcoming guests back to the resort was a strange experience for everyone it was great to have staff back at work and a little revenue coming in, but everyone was understandably a little nervous. Travellers are required to provide proof of a negative COVID test within five days of travelling, secure a travel health visa from the Bahamas, and take another COVID test within five days of arrival. Strict mask and distancing protocols remain in place in public areas.

Were mostly looking forward to being able to spend time with family and friends, and to share this incredible place with everyone! I think weve all been missing that human connection handshakes, hugs, and bare faces. Knowing well be able to pay the bills will be a nice bonus as well!

Catch the season three premiere of Island of Bryan on Sunday, April 18 at 10 p.m. on HGTV Canada.

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When Hurricane Dorian tore across the Bahamas in 2019, tens of thousands of families were left without clean water and basic supplies. Local wells had been engulfed with seawater and the utility infrastructure was destroyed. Bottled water was limited and at a cost that many families were unable to afford.

Mercy Corps arrived in Grand Bahama, one of the hardest hit islands, with immediate emergency support, delivering hygiene kits, solar panels, and a stopgap supply of water. The WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene) team partnered with the sole utility company in Grand Bahama to build a water treatment system and distribution network. By coordinating with the local government, community groups, and other humanitarian organizations that were on the ground, the WASH team treated and distributed clean drinking water to almost 5,000 families in Grand Bahama within weeks. After months of close collaboration with the Grand Bahama Utility Company, Mercy Corps handed over the water distribution network to the company to continue to provide clean water to their community.

In moments of crisis, including natural disasters, conflict, and displacement, Mercy Corps WASH experts priority is to provide communities with the basic necessity of water and sanitation so they can focus on rebuilding their lives. WASH is not an engineering thing. It's a public health activity, said the programs senior advisor, Mugur Dumitrache, who was in Grand Bahama to support planning and logistics in rebuilding access to clean water. Everything relates to health. While WASHs principles are around sustainability, equity, and inclusion, the program is driven by enhancing and maintaining the public health of all the communities it supports across the world.

The COVID19 pandemic had underscored how WASH intersects with public health. In 2020, Mercy Corps reached more than 9million people through WASH programs in 25 countries, and developed COVID19-related services to existing projects that served 4million people. The expansion of our WASH work during the unprecedented pandemic included developing more access to piped water, building latrines, and promoting hygiene.

In rural northeastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Mercy Corps was already on site and working to alleviate the Ebola epidemic amidst displacement due to armed conflict since 2019. When the COVID19 pandemic struck, WASH expanded their existing programs and built more hand-washing stations in busy areas. Although community members in the DRC are familiar with hygiene and prevention measures due to their experience from the Ebola outbreak, COVID19 specific information was necessary to further protect themselves. From the DRC to Afghanistan to Indonesia, our WASH team members have distributed hygiene kits along with accessible information about COVID19 and how to stay safe.

Our WASH teams commitment to the wellbeing and safety of communities is integral to its development every step of the wayespecially for women and girls. Limited access to water supply and sanitation disproportionately affect women and girls since they are most often responsible for collecting water. They may have to devote much of their day to the task, raising school dropout rates, and increased risk of sexual and gender-based violence.

From the first planning stages of any response, WASH team members talk to women and girls in the community. [The team] gets their views and opinions about which are the best places, locations, to place those water points so that they can access those without any fear, or without any risk of getting harmed, said Mercy Corps WASH teams senior advisor, Manzoor Hussain.

Our teams make sure that they have, through community elders and the communities, women participation and representation, said Manzoor. Through feedback and working closely with local organizations and governments, our WASH teams form relationships to build and restore equitable solutions and sustainable systems that theyre able to hand back to the communities.

Since 2010, the United Nations declared access to water and sanitation to be a human right. Yet, globally, one in three people do not have access to safe drinking water, two in five people are unable to access basic hand-washing facilities with soap and water, and 2billion people are without toilets and latrines. Clean water and proper hygiene are critical for people to stay healthyespecially in emergencies, where access to these essentials is crucial to rebuilding lives and livelihoods. For people who are in the most vulnerable time of their lives, WASH is a foundation for recovery by providing access to what is most fundamental for human survival.

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We have come too far to veer off courseCDC raises Bahamas travel advisory from level three to more serious level four

NASSAU, BAHAMAS Bahamas Hotel and Tourism Association (BHTA) President Robert Sandy Sands yesterday warned that this nation cannot allow apathy or COVID-19 fatigue to jeopardize tourism industry gains in recent months, noting we have come too far to veer off course.

Sands acknowledged in a statement yesterday that as the country was taking a step in the right direction with the distribution of vaccines, the Center for Disease Control and Preventions (CDC) re-designation to level four status from warning level three for its COVID-19 Travel Health Notices was not a step in the direction The Bahamas wants to go.

Sands went on to reiterate how important it was for Bahamian citizens, residents and visitors to continue to adhere to established health and safety protocols.

The BHTA [and] our private and public sector tourism partners continue to emphasize how vital it is that we do not let our guard down, said Sands.

The measures we have deployed thus far have worked in our favor social distancing, mask-wearing, hand washing, to name a few. Now is not the time to celebrate a victory because we have not crossed the finish line.

We can and will get there, but we must continue to deploy practicable common-sense steps: adhere to proven protocols and comply with rules and regulations put in place to mitigate the spread of the virus. These, along with a robust vaccination strategy, are key to our ability to avoid the massive resurgence so many countries are facing right now.

Sands stated: We have come too far to veer off course at this critical stage in our journey to a full and sustained recovery.

He praised those who have contributed to the countrys success in controlling the spread of the virus, namely the Bahamas government, the Bahamas Ministry of Health, the Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, private sector employers and employees, entrepreneurs in the hospitality industry and beyond, and Bahamian citizens and residents.

Sands said: I have personally spoken to taxi drivers, tour operators, owners and operators of small, medium and large businesses who are so grateful that business is coming back, so happy to return to work and provide for their families once again.

We cannot allow apathy or COVID-19 fatigue to jeopardize all that we have accomplished, the sacrifices made by so many. Hope is on the horizon; we need to continue to be vigilant in our efforts to combat this virus.

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By LEANDRA ROLLE

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A 20-year-old American man is dead and his father is in hospital after their plane crashed in waters near South Bimini shortly after take-off on Friday night.

According to Air Accident Investigation Authority chief investigator, Captain Delvin Major, officials received information about the incident around 10.48 pm.

Initial reports noted that an aircraft had crash landed in waters near the island.

Captain Major said after receiving word of the incident, a team of investigators from the AAIA and Civil Aviation Authority was dispatched to the area early Saturday morning.

Investigations by the team revealed that a Piper Navajo PA-31 aircraft, pictured, registered in the United States, took off from South Bimini International Airport with two men on board.

According to international reports, family members have identified the victims as 59-year-old Andre Wade and 20-year-old Kyle Wade, father and son. Their plane was headed to Opa Locka, Florida.

However, shortly after take-off, the plane crashed in shallow waters at the end of the airports runway around 10.10pm.

Two persons (father and son) were onboard the aircraft at the time, Captain Major said in a statement released on Saturday.

The son succumbed to injuries sustained and the father was airlifted to Nassau. Up to press release time, he was being prepared for transfer to the USA to receive medical treatment.

The pilot was in possession of a valid USA commercial pilot license with appropriate ratings for the aircraft as well as a valid medical certificate.

Captain Major said Royal Bahamas Police Force officers and Royal Bahamas Defence Force officers as well as OPBAT and Bimini residents assisted with rescue and recovery efforts, arriving within two minutes of notification.

Efforts are underway to retrieve the aircraft from its current location to secure it at a facility where further analysis can be conducted. The AAIA is on site and will continue its investigation to determine the cause of the crash, he added.

Last month, an aircraft headed to Inagua crashed near Salina Point, Acklins with two Bahamian men onboard. There has been no recovery of the aircraft or its occupants to date.

However, relatives of one of the missing men told The Tribune last month that they have not given up hope and believe wholly and solely that hes alive.

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By FELICITY DARVILLE

Somewhere out there, a little girl dreams of becoming the first female Prime Minister of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas. This lofty aspiration will not be out of reach if the Caribbean Women in Leadership (CIWiL) and Zonta Club of New Providence have anything to do about it. They have been assiduously working to change the narrative and place females at equal levels as males in leadership positions in every profession.

Most recently, they led a four-day training series called Preparing Women in Leadership, Parliamentary and Public Office Training. More than 400 women registered for the event, making it a history-making training workshop, proving the power of outreach in a digital space.

The steering committee was resolved to see to it that more women contest a seat in the next General Elections than ever before. They believe that without enough women in leadership in politics and governance, the needs of women, and even children, are not being met on the level that they need to be. This can have ripple effects in terms of social, health, educational, and other aspects of everyday life.

Policies must be put in place to support the advancement and empowerment of women and without women in key positions to present their cause, they run the risk of being overlooked. To this end, CIWiL and Zonta joined with the Department of Gender and Family Affairs (DGFA), Ministry of Social Services and Community Development with support from the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) to host the virtual seminar, which covered two weekends.

Participants included a number of women who are currently vying to represent the people of The Bahamas in the next General Elections. They include: Arinthia Komolafe, leader of the Democratic National Alliance (DNA); S Ali McIntosh, leader of the Bahamas Constitution Party; Pia Glover-Rolle, Progressive Liberal Party (PLP) Candidate for Golden Gates; Richa Sands of the Bahamas Coalition of Independents; and others. They were joined by several potential candidates who have yet to be named, as well as current political leaders.

Attendees also included numerous public officials as well as private sector leaders including CEOs, and a large number of aspirants seeking either political or public office, or corporate leadership. Current Free National Movement (FNM) Cabinet member Pakeisha Parker-Edgecombe and Bahamian-born city council representative for Miami Gardens Shannan Ighodaro brought their expertise to the table.

Each session was interactive and required participation, giving each individual a chance to take part in a notable event designed to turn the tides of national leadership in favour of women with a view to support and walk alongside men. Speaker of the House of Assembly D Halston Moultrie participated with his support, attendance and endorsement of the training. He expressed his honour in being a part and looked forward to the development and growth of women and their commitment to empower and advance the status of women in political and national service.

CIWiL pinpointed four goals for the training sessions: to provide leadership training for candidates in national or local elections; to improve the understanding of governance and identify approaches/opportunities to promote gender equality and womens transformational leadership in governance; to formulate strategies to overcome barriers which may limit their involvement and active participation in political and decision-making capacities; and to identify opportunities for action to influence positive outcomes for women and constituents.

CIWiL Chair and former DNA candidate Charlene Paul said the workshops focused on preparing candidates and providing women with the skills and knowledge to become agents of social change. The training sessions, she added, are key to building the skills, knowledge and values women need to participate in the political process. CIWiL aims to achieve more just, poverty-free, violence-free and equitable nations throughout the Caribbean region, and women must be fully involved in the decision-making processes that impact their lives.

Women in decision making roles are still the exception rather than the norm, Zontas National Advocacy Chair Marisa Mason-Smith pointed out. Zonta seeks to empower and advance the status of women through service and advocacy.

Without a critical mass of women in our Parliament or our boardrooms, womens voices are still absent from the major decisions made in this country. More than ever, we are mindful of the importance of womens leadership for the holistic empowerment of women as a driver of gender equality, social and economic progress in nation-building. ZONTA joins with the United Nations and the world in celebrating the social, cultural, economic and political achievements of women. Today there is more acceptance than ever before that women bring different experiences, perspectives and skills to the table, and make irreplaceable contributions to decisions, policies and laws that work better for all.

CIWiL and Zonta first made history when, on December 11, 2020, they along with other NGOs organized the first-ever Women in Parliament session on the invitation of Speaker Moultrie. There were two resolutions presented: to eliminate gender-based violence by 2030; and to increase women leadership in Parliament and national office and to encourage and support Government, Official Opposition and all political parties deliver the requisite training and to establish quotas as follows:

Institute Quotas for all Political Parties to ensure that no less than:

30 percent of the constituencies in 2022 general election be reserved for women;

50 percent of Senatorial appointments by both government and opposition are women;

50 percent of candidates chosen to contest local government elections are women;

50 percent of Cabinet appointments be women; and

50 percent of the constituencies in 2027 general election be reserved for women, so that The Bahamas will achieve its obligations to the Bahamian people.

Minister of Social Services and Urban Development Frankie Campbell opened the event, throwing his full support behind the resolutions and the efforts to train women to be ready to take up more positions in governmental leadership.

On Friday, March 19, the sessions began with: Understanding the Bahamian Political Culture: A Historical Overview. Dame Janet Bostwick, first female Member of Parliament and first female Attorney General for the FNM, left participants in awe as she laid out the Bahamian political landscape from then to now. She placed it all in the context of where the nation needs to go in her address, Breaking the Glass Ceiling.

Former PLP Cabinet Ministers the Allison Maynard-Gibson and Melanie Griffin spoke on Women in Political Transition and Women and the Legislative Process respectively. Senator Jasmin Dareus looked at Women and the Preparation Process. Attendees benefitted from not only hearing from our women political leaders, but being able to put questions to them and gain sound advice for their own way forward.

United Nations Committee to End Discrimination Against Women and Girls (CEDAW) member Marion Bethel put the Bahamas issues in a global context. She spoke on the international and regional mechanisms on human rights and gender equality. She also shared on research close to her heart the vision and activism of the Womens Suffrage Movement in The Bahamas. The following day, UN representative Gaynel Curry expanded on the UN Resolutions and goals and what guided on what is necessary to meet them.

Dr Rosina Wiltshire, CIWiL Founding Member and Gender Specialist, led the Saturday session on: The Importance of Transformational and Gender-Responsible Leadership Repositioned. This included understanding Human Rights, democracy and political participation; and identification of the relevant core international conventions, treaties, platforms and goals that shape womens rights and state responsibilities (CEDAW; Beijing Platform for Action; Belem do Para; SDGs). CIWiL also addressed good governance and government responsibilities, while breakout sessions allowed women to discuss these issues in smaller groups. Dr Wiltshire focused on the qualities of a transformational leader versus a transactional leader, noting that there is a greater need for more transformational leaders as it touches to the core of humanity.

Daniela Carrera-Marquis, Country Representative for Inter-American Development Bank Country Office Bahamas encouraged participants and reminded them that organisations like the IDB give women the support and in some cases, the funding necessary to achieve national development goals. During the Friday, March 26 session, Lady Anande Trotman Joseph, CIWiL Board President explained how to build partnerships and allies that could last women leaders for a lifetime.

With media and communications playing such an important role in women getting their message out, professionals in this area gave their expertise, including: Felicity Darville; DAsante Small; Heather McDonald; Kim Welcome; and Dr Deborah Bartlett. On Saturday, March 27, the IDBs Natalie Bethel tackled Gender Data and Development. Former FNM Senator Tanya McCartney gave a riveting presentation on Leading in a Patriarchal Society, while Joanne Massiah laid down the rules and provided the tools, mindset and expectations in Preparing for Representation.

Participants gave high marks for the four-day training session, with special thanks to steering committee members Marisa Mason-Smith and Charlene Paul (Co-Chairs); Dr Jacinta Higgs, Director DGFA; UN representatives Bethel and Curry; Senate President Dr. Mildred Hall-Watson; and CIWiL board members Jewel Edwards, Sharon Martin and Sheena Culmer.

The Women in Parliament session set out a list of objectives, and the steering committee found the need for training and retraining as vital to achieve these objectives.

They include: prioritize and enact laws to address intimate partner, gender based, domestic and sexual violence, marital rape, sexual harassment, cyber violence, and online stalking; establish a statutory National Non-Violence Council empowered to provide grants for non-governmental organizations to implement non-violence programmes, public education, capacity-building training, projects and research relative to eliminations violence against women, men, boys, girls, children and families; reform constitution, laws and regulations to allow a mother to transfer her citizenship to her child; implement a gender sensitive national budget and enact a National Gender Equality Bill, to ensure the equity, equality, parity and empowerment of women and men; strengthen the national statistical system to fund and conduct surveys about gender-based violence, asset ownership, poverty, disability and migration; and promote equal participation of women in leadership matters of environment, climate change, gender mainstreaming, disaster reduction and recovery.

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