International Culture, Wine & Food Festival (ICWFF) organizers are readying to stage the 26th annual International Culture, Wine & Food Festival with a salute to The Bahamas' 50th anniversary.

ICWFF will be held for the first time at historic Fort Charlotte, Stanley and D'Arcy, representing a footprint that spans more than an acre, and will comfortably and creatively house the festival, complete with amazing vistas.

Festival organizers hope the new venue will become the festival's forever home.

Patrons will be able to mill about the moat, explore hallowed chambers and event spaces on three levels which are expected to be decked out with Halloween and pirate themes.

Festival officials promise top-notch entertainment, with Bahamian artists mixing things up with international cultural performances for the October 21-22 event.

"ICWFF is the most dynamic event – moving to another new site, offering different payment options, skillfully managing stakeholder engagement, consistently attracting banner audiences and keeping them coming back, year-on-year," said Janet Johnson, ICWFF president.

A staple event on the fall calendar, this year's festival boasts longer hours - 11 a.m. -11 p.m. on Saturday and 11 a.m. - 9 p.m. on Sunday with no change in admission fees which remains $10 for adults and $3 for children under 12.

Presenting co-sponsor, BTC will provide complimentary WiFi connectivity for all patrons and supporters.

Traditionally a cashless event, last year's ICWFF went fully digital. Kanoo Pays will again offer a digital solution, and festival dollars will also be in operation.

Keith Davies, Kanoo Pays CEO, said they look forward to working with the ICWFF team again this year as they focus on delivering a truly digital solution.

"Last year, there were a lot of people standing around in lines trying to convert cash to digital, so, we're looking to remove that type of stress from your festival experience, by encouraging people to download the Kanoo app and load their wallets ahead of the festival so they can just come and focus on having a great time when they arrive," said Davies.

The Ministry of Housing hosted a Farewell Luncheon, September 7, 2023 at the ministry's offices for the Hon. JoBeth Coleby-Davis who departs the ministry to take up her new portfolio of Minister of Energy and Transport. 

As former Minister of Housing and Transport, Minister Coleby-Davis is credited with revitalizing housing, creating new homeowners in Pinecrest and Renaissance developments. 

More than 300 residents from neighbouring islands and cays flocked to Royal Caribbean International’s private island destination PerfectDay at Coco Cay to celebrate The Bahamas' 50th Anniversary of Independence recently.

“We commemorated the Jubilee celebration with Junkanoo, Bahamian delicacies, sand sculptures and more with over half the population of Great Harbour Cay, Bullock’s Harbour and the Berry Islands visiting PerfectDay, making the event even more special,” said Philip Simon, president of the Royal Beach Club at Paradise Island and general manager of Royal Caribbean International Bahamas.

Royal Caribbean provided transportation to and from the island, family entertainment, endless Bahamian food entries and an opportunity for cruise guests and staff to celebrate together.

“Royal Caribbean’s partnership with The Bahamas began more than 50 years ago. We have been coming to these shores, bringing millions of guests, partnering with communities and sharing the beauty of the islands and the spirit of Bahamian hospitality since Nassau was our first international port of call in 1970,” said Philip Simon.

“Our guests have made Nassau the number one destination in terms of numbers and PerfectDay at CocoCay number one in terms of visitor satisfaction out of more than 100 destinations Royal Caribbean goes to. That’s a powerful partnership over more than half a century and we were delighted to celebrate in the best way we knew how – inviting everyone who could board a vessel from nearby and join in the fun.”
 
About Royal Caribbean International

Royal Caribbean International, owned by Royal Caribbean Group (NYSE: RCL), has been delivering innovation at sea for more than 50 years. Each successive class of ships is an architectural marvel that features the latest technology and guest experiences for today’s adventurous traveler. The cruise line continues to revolutionize vacations with itineraries to 240 destinations in 61 countries on six continents, including Royal Caribbean’s private island destination in The Bahamas, Perfect Day at CocoCay, the first in the Perfect Day Island Collection. Royal Caribbean has also been voted “Best Cruise Line Overall” for 19 consecutive years in the Travel Weekly Readers Choice Awards.

Media can stay up to date by following @RoyalCaribPR on Twitter and visiting RoyalCaribbeanPressCenter.com. For additional information or to make reservations, vacationers can call their travel advisor; visit RoyalCaribbean.com; or call (800) ROYAL-CARIBBEAN.

More than 300 residents from neighbouring islands and cays flocked to Royal Caribbean International’s private island destination PerfectDay at Coco Cay to celebrate The Bahamas' 50th Anniversary of Independence recently. “We commemorated the Jubilee celebration with Junkanoo, Bahamian delicacies, sand sculptures and more with over half the population of Great Harbour Cay, Bullock’s Harbour and the Berry Islands visiting PerfectDay, making the event even more special,” said Philip Simon, president of the Royal Beach Club at Paradise Island and general manager of Royal Caribbean International Bahamas. Royal Caribbean provided transportation to and from the island, family entertainment, endless Bahamian food entries and an opportunity for cruise guests and staff to celebrate together. “Royal Caribbean’s partnership with The Bahamas began more than 50 years ago. We have been coming to these shores, bringing millions of guests, partnering with communities and sharing the beauty of the islands and the spirit of Bahamian hospitality since Nassau was our first international port of call in 1970,” said Philip Simon. “Our guests have made Nassau the number one destination in terms of numbers and PerfectDay at CocoCay number one in terms of visitor satisfaction out of more than 100 destinations Royal Caribbean goes to. That’s a powerful partnership over more than half a century and we were delighted to celebrate in the best way we knew how – inviting everyone who could board a vessel from nearby and join in the fun.”   About Royal Caribbean International Royal Caribbean International, owned by Royal Caribbean Group (NYSE: RCL), has been delivering innovation at sea for more than 50 years. Each successive class of ships is an architectural marvel that features the latest technology and guest experiences for today’s adventurous traveler. The cruise line continues to revolutionize vacations with itineraries to 240 destinations in 61 countries on six continents, including Royal Caribbean’s private island destination in The Bahamas, Perfect Day at CocoCay, the first in the Perfect Day Island Collection. Royal Caribbean has also been voted “Best Cruise Line Overall” for 19 consecutive years in the Travel Weekly Readers Choice Awards. Media can stay up to date by following @RoyalCaribPR on Twitter and visiting RoyalCaribbeanPressCenter.com. For additional information or to make reservations, vacationers can call their travel advisor; visit RoyalCaribbean.com; or call (800) ROYAL-CARIBBEAN.

It’s back again- The Annual Edwin Smiley Bastian Steak Out organized by The Rotary Club of South-East Nassau (RCSEN) and Rotaract Club of South-East Nassau Centennial takes place on Saturday, August 19, 2023, from Noon to 6 PM at the Bahamas National Trust.

Delicious steak or chicken dinners offered with sides are $15.00. Tickets can be ordered or picked up from any of the members of the RCSEN.  WhatsApp: 557-1584, 424-6795 or 808-7701.

Part Proceeds will help with many of the club's service projects.  We are Rotarians #CookingForGood Causes.

It’s back again- The Annual Edwin Smiley Bastian Steak Out organized by The Rotary Club of South-East Nassau (RCSEN) and Rotaract Club of South-East Nassau Centennial takes place on Saturday, August 19, 2023, from Noon to 6 PM at the Bahamas National Trust. Delicious steak or chicken dinners offered with sides are $15.00. Tickets can be ordered or picked up from any of the members of the RCSEN.  WhatsApp: 557-1584, 424-6795 or 808-7701. Part Proceeds will help with many of the club's service projects.  We are Rotarians #CookingForGood Causes.