Bahamas Ministry of TourismInvestments & Aviation (BMOTIA) officials were on hand yesterday, Thursday, Nov. 17,to share in the milestone moment of the launch of Bahamasair’s inaugural nonstop flightfrom Raleigh, North Carolina, to Freeport, Grand Bahama. The new airlift is expected toboost visitor arrivals to the island.
Bahamasair’s inaugural flight departed Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) at3:30 p.m. and arrived in Freeport two hours later, at 5:30 p.m. The airline’s year-roundservice will operate twice weekly, on Thursdays and Sundays, on a 138-seat Boeing737-700. Freeport is RDU’s seventh international destination and Bahamasair its 14thairline partner.
The Hon. Ginger Moxey, Minister for Grand Bahama, said Bahamasair’s new flightmarks another big moment for Grand Bahama, in addition to the recent return ofAmerican Airline’s direct flight from Charlotte, North Carolina.
“I am absolutely delighted to welcome all of our Raleigh visitors, friends and families toGrand Bahama,” Minister Moxey said.
“We are grateful for all our partners and stakeholders who we collaborate with on thesepivotal initiatives. The future truly looks bright for beautiful Grand Bahama, and weencourage visitors to explore all that this island metropolis has to offer. It is anotherGRAND day on Grand Bahama Island.”
Latia Duncombe, Acting Director General, said, “This is an exciting moment, not only forFreeport but also for The Bahamas at large. We are happy to see renewed interestamong North Carolinians, with visitor arrivals doubling since 2021.”
Duncombe added, “We plan to continue marketing The Bahamas as a picture-perfectgetaway for a short haul escape all year round. The unique experiences travellers fromacross the world are seeking can be found in abundance across our 16-islanddestination.”
Freeport, Grand Bahama Island is The Bahamas’ second largest city, and the island ishome to three national parks, one of the world’s largest underwater cave systems andmiles of beautiful beaches. The Island boasts a rich history, natural beauty, and uniquesmall-town charm that allow visitors to experience ecological wonders and enjoy theirtropical holiday. Vacationers flock to Grand Bahama Island to experience world-classwater sports such as snorkelling, scuba diving, bonefishing, sportfishing, kayaking,parasailing and boating. Horseback riding, golfing, tennis and cricket are popularonshore activities.
For more information, visit Bahamas.com.
Bahamas Ministry of Tourism
Investments & Aviation (BMOTIA) officials were on hand yesterday, Thursday, Nov. 17,
to share in the milestone moment of the launch of Bahamasair’s inaugural nonstop flight
from Raleigh, North Carolina, to Freeport, Grand Bahama. The new airlift is expected to
boost visitor arrivals to the island.
Bahamasair’s inaugural flight departed Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) at
3:30 p.m. and arrived in Freeport two hours later, at 5:30 p.m. The airline’s year-round
service will operate twice weekly, on Thursdays and Sundays, on a 138-seat Boeing
737-700. Freeport is RDU’s seventh international destination and Bahamasair its 14th
airline partner.
The Hon. Ginger Moxey, Minister for Grand Bahama, said Bahamasair’s new flight
marks another big moment for Grand Bahama, in addition to the recent return of
American Airline’s direct flight from Charlotte, North Carolina.
“I am absolutely delighted to welcome all of our Raleigh visitors, friends and families to
Grand Bahama,” Minister Moxey said.
“We are grateful for all our partners and stakeholders who we collaborate with on these
pivotal initiatives. The future truly looks bright for beautiful Grand Bahama, and we
encourage visitors to explore all that this island metropolis has to offer. It is another
GRAND day on Grand Bahama Island.”
Latia Duncombe, Acting Director General, said, “This is an exciting moment, not only for
Freeport but also for The Bahamas at large. We are happy to see renewed interest
among North Carolinians, with visitor arrivals doubling since 2021.”
Duncombe added, “We plan to continue marketing The Bahamas as a picture-perfect
getaway for a short haul escape all year round. The unique experiences travellers from
across the world are seeking can be found in abundance across our 16-island
destination.”
Freeport, Grand Bahama Island is The Bahamas’ second largest city, and the island is
home to three national parks, one of the world’s largest underwater cave systems and
miles of beautiful beaches. The Island boasts a rich history, natural beauty, and unique
small-town charm that allow visitors to experience ecological wonders and enjoy their
tropical holiday. Vacationers flock to Grand Bahama Island to experience world-class
water sports such as snorkelling, scuba diving, bonefishing, sportfishing, kayaking,
parasailing and boating. Horseback riding, golfing, tennis and cricket are popular
onshore activities.
For more information, visit Bahamas.com.
