Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas - Pelican Bay at Lucaya held their annual Corporate Appreciation Night on October 22nd where they hosted their local business partners to an evening of food, drink and entertainment. The Bahamas Weekly News Team is pleased to present herewith a live solo saxophone performance by Bahamas leading woodwinds musician, Ralph Munnings along with photos taken at the gala by Robbin Whachell. Be sure to catch our interview with Ralph coming soon. The night began with cocktails and champagne by the Neptune pool, and then the group moved over to Pelican Bay's Canal House where an amazing display of cultural entertainment and young talent took place upon the buildings balconies even though it is still under construction. Kevin Tomlinson led the Grand Bahama Youth Choir into their performances providing a treat for those in attendance, the adjacent taxi stand, and passing tourists. With the use o lighting, trumpeters appeared and sounded in one area of the building, moving on to drummers appearing and beating in another area of the building, with the large choir group situated across the second floor veranda. After the choir performed the general manager of Pelican Bay at Lucaya, Magnus Alnebeck took the mic and spoke briefly thanking this guests for their continued partnerships. The choir descended to the ground floor and led the guests Junkanoo-rush-style through the parking lot and entrance way of Pelican Bay to end up around their other pool by Sabor Restaurant and Bar where Shelly Carey and Tru Music were performing Jazz melodies. The guests were treated to copious amounts of sumptuous appetizers by Sabor Restaurant and mixed, mingled or danced away the evening.
Pelican Bay at Lucaya: Interview with Shelly Carey & Ralph Munnings
Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas - Pelican Bay at Lucaya held their annual Corporate Appreciation Night on October 22nd where they hosted their local business partners to an evening of food, drink and entertainment.
The Bahamas Weekly News Team was on-hand to conduct interviews with different individuals in attendance. In this particular video segment we present an interview with Love 97FM Radio personality and lead vocalist, Shelly Carey and woodwinds virtuoso, Ralph Munnings of the band Tru Music.
Not only do Shelly and Ralph speak about their music, they also sing and perform saxophone solos for your enjoyment. Shelly Carey and Tru Music presently perform at Jazzy Saturdays at Sabor Restaurant & Bar, Pelican Bay Hotel. Be sure to press the play button to enjoy this informative and entertaining video segment.
Hutchison Port Holdings CEO Chris Gray Confirms their Bid to Acquire The Shares of IDC LTD The Paren
In this streaming video, Hutchison Port Holdings CEO Mr. Chris Gray clarifies as fact that the Hutchison group has put in a bid to acquire the shares of IDC LTD in the Cayman Islands, the parent company of Port Group LTD & Grand Bahama Port Authority LTD. Mr. Gray also expresses how, if they were able to proceed, the manner in which they would conduct the affairs of Freeport as he utilizes words such as transparency, no conflict and more Bahamian ownership and participation.
Mr. Gray's speech covers numerous topics that all those with a vested interest in Freeport Grand Bahama would want to hear. Of great interest is his plea to the parties concerned who are in dispute:"For the sake of the future well being and success of this island, please find a speedy resolution." To view this 8 minute segment, be sure and click the play button.
Mr. Gray's speech was delivered at December 13, 2007 at Freeport Container Port Phase V Grounding breaking Ceremony
Mr. Gray's speech covers numerous topics that all those with a vested interest in Freeport Grand Bahama would want to hear. Of great interest is his plea to the parties concerned who are in dispute:"For the sake of the future well being and success of this island, please find a speedy resolution." To view this 8 minute segment, be sure and click the play button.
Mr. Gray's speech was delivered at December 13, 2007 at Freeport Container Port Phase V Grounding breaking Ceremony
Peter Nygard opts out of recession - set to open World Headquarters at Times Square
New York, NY/Nygard Cay, Bahamas - Bahamian resident, Peter Nygård who owns North America's leading women's fashion house has remained unscathed during the economic downturn, reporting the HIGHEST sales to date in the company's 40 year history.
"Quite simply, we have decided not to join the recession, our increase is over 25%," offers Nygård 's inspirational founder and chairman, Peter Nygård. "We have seen this type of thing numerous times over the years, and we are ideally suited for this environment. In fact, this is where we excel."
The Bahamas Weekly News Team visited Peter Nygard earlier this year at his luxurious one-of-a-kind home at Nygård Cay at the tip of Lyford Cay in New Providence for an exclusive interview.
Welcome to Grand Bahama Island and GBI Tourism TV!
Who said that there is little to do on Grand Bahama Island? The video that you are about to view presents a sample of the wide variety of activities available to visitors and locals alike on beautiful Grand Bahama Island. Located just 55 miles off the coast of South Florida and only 18 minutes away by air, one could arrive from South Florida and be chilling out on a gorgeous Grand Bahama beach relaxing in just 30 minutes!
Grand Bahama Island offers miles of pristine beaches, friendly people with a rich history, colorful culture, and glorious sunrises and sunsets and the island is equipped wide variety of accommodations from boutique sea-side inns to top resort brands over looking white sandy beaches.
Activities range from cave diving, horseback riding along the shoreline, swimming with dolphins, games of golf on PGA rated championship courses, parasailing, kayaking, bone fishing, snorkeling, scuba diving windsurfing and more. Or one could opt to take in an eco or heritage tour, visit a brewery or a perfume factory or play in a world-class casino.
Heritage events like New Year's Day Junkanoo Parade, Junkanoo Summer Festival, Conch Cracking and the Regatta happen at various times of the year. Be sure to visit Bahamas.com to book all of your travel, accommodations and activities before and during your stay.
Visitors to Grand Bahama Island and residents can learn more about Grand Bahama Island and the happenings on that island by tuning their TV sets to channel 56 or digital 800 (Gbi Tourism tv).
(VIDEO) Bahamas Real Estate Association Chief Challenges Government & GBPA
Freeport, Grand Bahama Island - The Bahamas Weekly presents herewith an exclusive video interview with William Wong; President of The Bahamas Real Estate Association (BREA) during his visit to the island September 22nd, 2009.
In this interview Mr. Wong defines BREA and he expresses BREAs frustration with Grand Bahama Islands unique circumstance being under the Grand Bahama Port Authority (GBPA). in particular he challenges the GBPAa right to issue real estate business licenses to persons he states are not experienced, not trained as to what real estate is all about. He further states; Therefore we have these unlicensed persons selling land in Grand Bahama who dont know what theyre doing.
The BREA President emphatically cries out to the government to step in and help them with what defines as "this vexing issue""The
In this interview Mr. Wong defines BREA and he expresses BREAs frustration with Grand Bahama Islands unique circumstance being under the Grand Bahama Port Authority (GBPA). in particular he challenges the GBPAa right to issue real estate business licenses to persons he states are not experienced, not trained as to what real estate is all about. He further states; Therefore we have these unlicensed persons selling land in Grand Bahama who dont know what theyre doing.
The BREA President emphatically cries out to the government to step in and help them with what defines as "this vexing issue""The
Ross University Bahamas begins 3rd Semester
Freeport, Grand Bahama Island - On September 4th, 2009 Ross University Bahamas commenced its third semester since officially opening in January 2009. New students were greeted with breakfast and a full day of on site orientation, where they learn about all aspects of their academic and island life including the Ross hurricane preparedness plan while in Grand Bahama.
Faculty and administration were introduced to the students. Members of the Grand Bahama Health Services and doctors from the Rand Hospital who are participating in the Clinical Education Program with Ross were also introduced. Dr. Frank Bartlett, Chief Medical Officer, Rand Memorial Hospital was on hand to speak directly to the students and introduce his team.
Ross University operates three semesters a year which begin in January, May and September. In between semesters the students have a short 10-day to two-week break, and often this time is spent moving to their next Ross University academic location which could be either Dominica, West Indies; Miami, USA; Freeport, Bahamas; or Saganaw, Michigan, USA.
In this video you will hear from Executive Administrator of the Grand Bahama academic facility, Dr. Anthony Munroe; Dr. Frank Bartlett, Chief Medical Officer, Rand Memorial Hospital; Dr. Michael Robinson, Assistant Dean, Curricular & Faculty Affairs; Sharon Williams, Administrator, GB Health Services; Dr. Augustine Ohueyi, Rand Hospital; Dr. Gerhard Klassen, Rand Hospital; as well as words from some of the new students.
Faculty and administration were introduced to the students. Members of the Grand Bahama Health Services and doctors from the Rand Hospital who are participating in the Clinical Education Program with Ross were also introduced. Dr. Frank Bartlett, Chief Medical Officer, Rand Memorial Hospital was on hand to speak directly to the students and introduce his team.
Ross University operates three semesters a year which begin in January, May and September. In between semesters the students have a short 10-day to two-week break, and often this time is spent moving to their next Ross University academic location which could be either Dominica, West Indies; Miami, USA; Freeport, Bahamas; or Saganaw, Michigan, USA.
In this video you will hear from Executive Administrator of the Grand Bahama academic facility, Dr. Anthony Munroe; Dr. Frank Bartlett, Chief Medical Officer, Rand Memorial Hospital; Dr. Michael Robinson, Assistant Dean, Curricular & Faculty Affairs; Sharon Williams, Administrator, GB Health Services; Dr. Augustine Ohueyi, Rand Hospital; Dr. Gerhard Klassen, Rand Hospital; as well as words from some of the new students.
Ross University was founded in 1978 and is a provider of medical and veterinary education offering doctor of medicine and doctor of veterinary medicine degree programs. The School of Medicine is located in Dominica, West Indies, and the Freeport, Grand Bahama campus recently opened in January 2009. The School of Veterinary Medicine is located in St. Kitts. Ross University's administrative offices are located in North Brunswick, NJ. Ross University has more than 9,000 alumni with M.D. and D.V.M. degrees. http://www.rossu.edu/
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