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International Black Women’s Public Policy Institute to hold Retreat on Grand Bahama Island
International Black Women’s Public Policy Institute to hold Retreat on Grand Bahama Island
The Chairman and Board of Directors of the International Black Women’s Public Policy Institute (IBWPPI) are pleased to announce its 14th Annual Board of Directors Retreat and Meetings to be held on Grand Bahama Island, March 2- 5, 2023.
Pelican Bay Resort unveils latest upgrade
Pelican Bay Resort unveils latest upgrade
After spending $4 million to renovate 48 of its suites, Pelican Bay Resort hosted a reception at the property on Friday and allowed specially invited guests to tour the rooms.
Grand Bahama welcomes Nieuw Statendam on inaugural visit
Minister for Grand Bahama, the Hon. Ginger Moxey was on hand to welcome Holland America Cruiseline’s Nieuw Statendam on its inaugural visit to Grand Bahama on Friday, December 2, 2022.
Gearing up for the 'East End Rake and Scrape Festival' in Grand Bahama
The 'East End Rake and Scrape Festival' has been added to the 'Experience Grand Bahama' lineup, announced Elaine Smith of the Ministry of Tourism, Investments and Aviation during a press conference at Taino Beach on Thursday, August 11, 2022.
Loss of night flights 'impeded' tourism, business and GB rebuild
Stakeholders are calling for operational times at Grand Bahama International Airport (GBIA) to be extended by at least two hours. Presently, operations at GBIA shut down at 6 p.m. Grand Bahama News learned that if an airline or private aircraft operator submits a request for operations to extend beyond that time, an additional fee is charged. ...
Cooper defends action on GBIA
Cooper defends action on GBIA
Revealing that modular offices for displaced Grand Bahama International Airport (GBIA) workers have arrived in the country and will be installed in short order, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Tourism, Investments and Aviation Chester Cooper has defended the Davis administration's efforts to improve the facility.
More power on the way for GB airport
More power on the way for GB airport
The five generators ordered by the government last year are presently being installed at Grand Bahama International Airport (GBIA), Minister of Tourism, Aviation, and Investments Chester Cooper said. The installation process is expected to be completed by June 30. "Once the project is finished, the airport will have the power necessary for evening flights.
Govt 'keenly focused' on airport for Grand Bahama
Govt 'keenly focused' on airport for Grand Bahama
TOURISM, Investments and Aviation Minister Chester Cooper said the government is "keenly focused" on the Grand Bahama International Airport, telling Parliament they hope to complete the first phase of redeveloping GBIA by January 2025.
Cooper: We will ensure resort deal closes as planned
Cooper: We will ensure resort deal closes as planned
FREEPORT, Grand Bahama - Minister of Tourism, Investments and Aviation Chester Cooper said yesterday he understands some Grand Bahamians' skepticism regarding the announcement of the sale of Grand Lucayan resort, but assured that the government will deliver for the island and close the deal.
Minister hopeful for 'trickle-down-effect'
Minister hopeful for 'trickle-down-effect'
GRAND Bahama Minister Ginger Moxey said the sale of Grand Lucayan Resort will have an "enormous trickle-down effect" on the island and for the Port Lucaya Marketplace.