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Escape To Bimini BayLocated just 48 miles off the coast of Florida is the island of Bimini. Bimini is the closest island of the Bahamas to the U.S. Bimini Bay Bahamas Resort is located on the north end of North Bimini. Bimini Bay Resort & Marina is one of the fastest growing private ownership residential and vacation communities in the Bahamas. Located on the island of Bimini – just 48 miles off the coast of South Florida.
FISHERMAN’S VILLAGEAdjacent to the reception area is Fisherman’s Village, a marketplace where you can take a stroll and visit an array of retail shops, have a bite to eat at our casual Amicci’s Pizzeria and Gelateria, purchase bait and tackle supplies, shop for resort wear at Splash Clothing and select a treasure from your favorite jewelry designer at John Bull Jewelers, famous for the finest selection of jewelry and gifts throughout the Caribbean. All while the kids enjoy a special afternoon at Beach Bums, our complimentary Children’s Activity Center with innovative games and activities. CHILDREN’s ACTIVITY CENTERAll guests can enjoy complimentary use of our 2,100-sq-ft. children’s facility, located in Fisherman’s Village, providing children with the latest games such as air hockey, ping-pong, football, the Wii and Xbox. Movies and other entertainment will be available. Contact the resort at 1-888-592-1588 for further information. BEACHES OF BIMINIBimini Bay Beach Coming Soon. The casino at Bimini Bay Resort will feature state-of -the-art gaming technology in luxurious playground. Bimini’s ultimate gaming area will offer a full complement of Slots, Roulette, Black Jack, Baccarat Keno, plus an up-to-the-minute sportbook that allows wagers on international contests. DININGSabor Restaurant welcomes Chef Latoines “Tones” Simms to lead their culinary team to new plateau of exciting, flavorful creations for your dinning pleasures. Chef brings wealth of culinary experience to Bimini Bay, coupled with his recent experience at the culinary classics, winning the highest award as captain of his team. Before joining Bimini Bay, Chef Tones was recently Executive Sous Chef at Bobby Flay’s Mesa Grill on Paradise Island, where he perfected his grilling skills; hence now applying is signature steak rub at Bimini Bay to your favorite steak. Aqua Grille restaurant provides food & beverage service throughout the day. Menu items include conch delicacies, hamburgers, chicken fingers, rum punch and frozen cocktails. Amicci’s Pizzeria & Gelateria is a gourmet Italian Bistro with items like fresh paninis, assorted gelato flavors, coffee drinks, pastries and gourmet pizzas Healing Hole Bimini Bay Sports Bar: Bimini Bay has created its own version of the “Healing Hole” with its sport bar. Every week they have a twist on what you can do there from Karaoke, Live Calypso Band & Hottest DJ’s from South Florida. **Hours of all dining outlets may vary based on seasonality. FAMILY & KIDS ACTIVITIESBimini Bay Resort is an expert in catering to families. We have designed our accommodations with children in mind with whimsical and nautical themes and accessories that are evident throughout the resort. The resort has a friendly neighborhood ambiance and provides amenities like a children’s playground, tennis courts, boccie ball courts, a kids activity center, seasonal kids camps and a variety of water sports. Please also take a look at our monthly events calendar as we have a variety of activities such as movie nights, fishing clinics and much more for the kids. The resort has established a partnership with an activities director. The programs will offer activities that include sports, team building and cooperative games, swimming, snorkeling, fishing, arts & crafts and more. The program also allows local Bimini residents to share their skills and talents with the children providing the young residents and guests a feel for Bimini’s culture. All guests can enjoy complimentary use of our 2,100-sq-ft. children’s facility, located in Fisherman’s Village, providing children with the latest games such as air hockey, Ping-Pong, foosball, the Wii, Xbox, Apple Computers and a kitchen for cooking events, baking cookies and making pizza. FISHERMAN’S VILLAGEAdjacent to the reception area is Fisherman’s Village, a marketplace where you can take a stroll and visit an array of retail shops, have a bite to eat at our casual Amicci’s Pizzeria and Gelateria, purchase bait and tackle supplies, shop for resort wear at Splash Clothing and select a treasure from your favorite jewelry designer at John Bull Jewelers, famous for the finest selection of jewelry and gifts throughout the Caribbean. All while the kids enjoy a special afternoon at our complimentary with innovative games and activities. FISHINGThe Island of Bimini is known as the big game fishing capital of the world, with a record tuna catch of 971 pounds dating back to 1993. The island has an array of legendary fishing guides who are willing and ready to provide visitors with some of the best fishing (and fishing tales) as well as guided trips in the Bahamas. Take a tour of the local historical sites such as the Steps of the Lost City of Atlantis, The Healing Hole and the Fountain of Youth, among others. Bimini Bay Resort and Marina’s helpful staff is happy to arrange bone fishing, deep sea fishing and big game fishing. BONEFISHINGAvid anglers and boaters already know Bimini as the Bonefishing Capital of the World and have been visiting the island for many years. Bimini’s extensive mangrove shorelines, flats and inland rivers provide warm water and food perfect for bonefish. Unlike some other locations, conditions are perfect for fishing in Bimini year round. There are lots of bonefish here and the big ones can be found every day of the year. With the advent of Bimini Bay Resort and Marina, the island is emerging as the newest upscale getaway for those seeking laid-back, casual luxury. Hire a guide for half a day or an entire day. GOLF COURSEComing Soon. Bimini Bay’s Golf Course will feature a full-service Pro Shop, spacious and stylish locker rooms, a fantastic restaurant and an elegant clubhouse. ISLAND TOURSExplore the beautiful and historical island of Bimini by scheduling a Bimini island tour. Bimini offers many island tour guides who will take you to interesting places like the Healing Hole, Bimini museum, historical cemeteries, shipwreck sites and interesting homes and establishments throughout the island. MEETINGS & CONVENTIONSThe resort has many meeting options including the marina pavilion, a beautiful glass-paneled venue located adjacent to the marina, measuring over 5,000 square feet of meeting space. Perfect for meetings, banquets, weddings and corporate get-togethers, the resort has a full complement of amenities to make your function a perfect success. SPABimini Bay Resort offers poolside, beachside, and en-suite massages. TENNISBimini Bay Resort offers 2 state of the art tennis courts. Tennis Courts are available to guests complimentary on a first come basis. Guests must provide their own tennis equipment. WATER SPORTSBill and Nowdla Keefe’s Bimini Undersea offers snorkeling and SCUBA as well as Wild Dolphin adventures. Private charters are available for world-class deep-sea fishing and bone fishing. Kayaking, sailing and island tours may also be arranged. SNORKELINGFor Snorkelers, Bimini was named one of the Top Ten Snorkel Destinations in the Caribbean by The Travel Channel. Bimini Bay Resort and Marina will now offer the convenience of booking family water activities onsite at the resort. Bimini Undersea Adventures taking snorklers to favorite sites like the Wreck of the Sapona and The Bimini Barge, The Bimini Road (aka The lost city of Atlantis), Tuna Alley, Victory Reef,Turtle Rocks, Hawksbill Reef, as well as Three Sister Rocks. Snorkeling trips are done in shallow water (15-25 ft) and are great activities for the entire family. No prior snorkeling experience is required. SCUBA DIVINGThe intriguing underwater world of Bimini offers a variety of dives for visitors including walls, reefs, and wrecks. With an average warm temperature of low 70′s to high 80′s, diving is an activity that everyone should experience at least once in their life. Different dives include the Bimini Barge, a massive tug that rests in 90 feet of water with the top of the wreck rising to 65 feet; Tuna Alley (named due to annual migration of tuna through the area); The Strip, a shallow water dive site known for its nocturnal activity such as large sea turtles; and Bimini Roads, a must-see dive in Bimini that claims to being part of the Lost City of Atlantis. Dives range from 15-130 feet depending on experience and each trip is supervised by Bimini Undersea’s professional dive staff. You only the need to have the ability to swim. Want to try SCUBA Diving? Sign up for Bimini Undersea’s Introductory SCUBA Experience. The program includes professional instruction in the pool, followed by a supervised shallow SCUBA dive on the reef with your instructor. DOLPHIN ADVENTUREWILD DOLPHIN ADVENTURES Bimini is home to one of the most incredible and unique wild animal encounters to be found anywhere in the world. Swimming with Dolphins has been described as one of the most thrilling, amazing, magical, and in some instances life changing experiences that an individual can possibly have. Bimini is one of only five places in the world where people can consistently have that experience. Our Wild Dolphin Adventures gives you a great opportunity to be successful doing so. On these excursions, guests are brought out to Bimini’s Wild Dolphin Grounds for an unforgettable opportunity to view, swim, and interact with a resident population of Wild Dolphins. These Atlantic Spotted Dolphins were first discovered by Bimini local Nowdla Keefe back in 1995. Since then the crew of Bimini Undersea have been taking visitors from all over the world out to experience this phenomenon. If you are an adventurous soul looking for the experience of a lifetime, a Wild Dolphin Adventure may be exactly what you are looking for. Participants of all ages are welcome. KAYAKINGExplore up close the tranquility that is Bimini’s vast mangrove forests. Quietly row throw the natural rivers and bays that the Red Mangroves form in Bimini’s bayside. See many species of birds as they feed and rest in the peaceful sanctuary. Slide out of your Kayak for a swim to peek below the water at many unique types of fish only found there. Dip yourself in the Healing Hole, a natural spring within an isle that is said to have a rejuvenating power. Maybe find yourself alone on a private white sand beach with views of only the turquoise waters edge meeting the horizon. Rentals for self exploration and Guided Tours by our local Bahamian experts are available daily. Services provided on-site by Bimini Undersea Adventures. STAND-UP PADDLE BOARDINGPicture yourself standing upright on one of the largest surfboards you can imagine. But this one is bigger and has a nice cushioned deck. Now grab your long paddle and slowly drift through our mangroves, along our inner shore, or even up the beachfront at your own pace. This is the fastest growing water sports in America and the Caribbean. Join in the craze and find out why it is anyone can do this in almost any setting on the water. For a rest, you just sit down, stretch out and maybe pop your cooler for a cold one. With just a few minutes of instruction you are off to explore in a whole new way. Rentals and Guided Touring is available daily. Services provided on-site by Bimini Undersea Adventures. KITE BOARDINGWant to skim the water’s surface and take flight like a flying fish soaring inches above the waves? Try Kite Boarding in one the best flat water destinations in the world. (Wind Required) With a few hours of instruction and practice you can be carried along the water effortlessly by the wind. We have partnered with Pryde Group, the world’s largest manufacturer, distributor, and retailer of Kite Boarding products and services, to provide state of the art gear and the best instructors available. Please reserve your adventure in advance to ensure we can give you the most personalized attention. Services provided by Bimini Undersea Adventures. WIND SURFINGGet Up, Stand Up…Stand up for your FUN. Catch the wind and zip off along our breezy shores. Instruction and Rentals available daily. Services provided by Bimini Undersea Adventures. WEDDINGS |