What's New in The Bahamas in April 2023

With plenty of opportunities for cultural immersion, exclusive experiences, and vacation deals on the 16 islands of The Bahamas, large families, groups of friends, and couples will enjoy their time in paradise.

JetBlue Airways Launched New Daily Service to Nassau from New York: Starting March 30, JetBlue offers daily nonstop flights to Nassau, the nation's capital, from LaGuardia International Airport in New York. Travelers will reach their destination in just over three hours. 

South Eleuthera Hosts the Five-Day Rock Sound Homecoming Festival: Celebrate Easter at the Rock Sound Homecoming Festival . From April 6 to 10, 2023, the festivities include local food and family entertainment. 

Sloop sailing competition returns to The Exumas: since 1954, the annual National Family Island Regatta competition has represented the best in traditional Bahamian sloop sailing. From April 18-22, 2023, sailors and boatbuilders will compete for the title of best-in-class in the crystal-clear waters of Exuma's Elizabeth Harbor as spectators cheer them on. As the sailing competition heats up on the waters, on land, a schedule of exciting cultural activities is presented each day at the Regatta Site, including culinary competitions, craft exhibits, cultural game demonstrations and musical entertainment. 

Café Boulud Rosewood Baha Mar organizes an exclusive French wine tasting experience: Renowned chef Antoine Baillargeon has hosted a one-night-only four-course dining experience with Cos d'Estournel, one of the most prestigious wineries in Bordeaux, France, at Café Boulud Rosewood Baha Mar. The event takes place on April 19 and pairings start at $180 per person and feature foie gras, black Périgord truffles and escargots. Reservations are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. 

Outstanding Conservation Efforts at Coral Vita Recognized at Global Vision Awards 2023: The Global Vision Awards from Travel + Leisure honor conservationists around the world, and this year's winners included Coral Vita, a Freeport-based company that creates high-tech coral farms to restore dying reefs. The organization was recognized for its innovative approach to coral reef restoration and ongoing work on the Grand Lucayan Waterway. Travelers can book interactive tours of the facility for $20 per person. 

Cat Island Breaks Ground on Multi-Million Dollar New Bight International Airport: A groundbreaking ceremony was held in March for a new multi-million dollar airport development project on Cat Island, which is expected to be completed in two years. New Bright Airport
 
It will serve as a port of entry, with customs and immigration services, and will feature solar panels, smart lighting, and rainwater harvesting. 

Royal Caribbean to debut Royal Beach Club on Paradise Island in 2025: For more than 50 years, Royal Caribbean and The Islands of The Bahamas have been dedicated partners, and this partnership continues with the first-of-its-kind agreement to open Royal Beach Club on Paradise Island in 2025. The 17-acre club will be owned, built and operated by Bahamians and will feature private cabanas, pools and locally-inspired architecture. 

The Bahamas signs landmark deal for country's first zero-carbon resort at Exuma Cays: The government of The Bahamas has signed a $56 million master agreement for the development of Ki'ama Bahamas, which will become the country's first fully sustainable, zero-carbon resort. The 36-acre property will be powered entirely by solar power and will feature a sheltered marina, six private beaches, and 28 luxury residences. 

PROMOTIONS & DEALS Save On Spring & Summer Getaways At Caerula Mar Club - Luxurious Out Island Getaway Caerula Mar Club, located in South Andros, offers guests who book three or more nights a 10% discount. Those who make reservations for four or more nights will receive a $200 credit to apply toward excursions or food and beverages. The booking window is now through April 30, 2023, for travel through July 31, 2023. 

Atlantis Paradise Island Savings Package: Situated on five miles of white-sand beaches, there's plenty to explore at the iconic Atlantis Paradise Island . Guests heading there can save up to $300 when combining their flight and hotel reservations. The reservation window is now until February 28, 2024, for travel until February 28, 2024.
 
Private pilots visiting the Out Islands of The Bahamas will receive a $150 credit: Private pilots who book a two-night stay at participating Bahama Out Islands Promotion Board hotels between now and June 30, 2023, to travel until October 31, 2023, they will receive a credit of $150 dollars.