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It is indeed a pleasure to welcome you to picturesque, stress free Long Island. As you experience our crystal clear waters and drive through this beautiful, historical,

80 mile ‘long island’ you will be greeted by its warm, friendly and loving people. Long Islanders also pride themselves on their ‘clean, green and pristine’ island.

These features account for the fact that the island enjoys one of the highest rates of repeat visitors in The Bahamas. Guests return to Long Island again and again because they feel at home here and the activities are endless on this breath-taking island. Visitors can explore Hamilton’s Cave, take a dive in our world famous 663 ft. deep Dean’s Blue Hole or be a bit more daring and dive with the sharks at Shark Reef. Test your skills at bonefishing, deep sea or reef fishing. Or you can just relax and enjoy the sun, sand and sea on one of our many lovely, quiet beaches. Snorkel to your hearts content along our scenic coral reefs and shoals with the varied tropical fish that highly resemble the colors of the rainbow. We welcome investors to our beautiful shores and do hope that you will become so intrigued by your visit to this enchanting island that you will purchase a piece of property in our lovely island paradise. Long Island is home to one of the top ten beaches in the Caribbean, Cape Santa Maria Beach. Here the water is crystal clear and cool all year round. The beach itself is made up of miles of fine, powdery, white sand which people actually bottle up and take back home for their family and friends. The staff at the Long Island Tourist Office are so delighted that you have chosen to visit with us. We are here Monday through Friday, 9am–5pm to assist you in any way we can. We look forward to meeting you and answering your questions, emails and phone calls. We welcome your concerns and suggestions and thank you so much for your visit to our lovely island. We hope to have you back real soon. Remember that it is always better in the ‘Islands of The Bahamas’!!

Warm regards,Salena R. BurrowsTourism Executive, Long Island Tourist OfficeDeals, North Long Island, The BahamasPhone: 1-242-338-8668 Fax: 1-242-338-8669Email: [email protected]

AirlinesScheduledFlightsBahamasair (DC) .................................337-0877 (SM) .................................338-2015Pineapple Air (DC) .................................432-2024 (SM) .................................464-8093Southern Air (DC) .................................337-1722 (SM) .................................338-2095Locair .......................... 1-954-359-3099ChartersStella Marris Charter Flight ................ 338-2050-3Island Wings (SM) ..................338-2022 or 357-1021Island Connection (SM)..........472-8168

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Medical ServicesGovernment ClinicClarence Town........................337-3333Roses ......................................337-1100Deadman’s Cay .......................337-1222Simms ....................................338-8488

PoliceClarence Town........................337-3919Deadman’s Cay .......................337-0999Simms ....................................338-8555Stella Maris .............................338-2222

Post OfficeDeadman’s Cay .......................337-1064Simms ....................................338-8423Clarence Town........................337-3030

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Dean’s Blue Hole is the world’s deepest known blue hole with seawater. It plunges 202 metres (663 ft) in a bay west of Clarence Town on Long Island, Bahamas. Many inter-national divers come to free dive here annually.

comes from locally grown sheep and goats. The meat is prepared in a variety of tasty dishes. Activities include food-tasting, a culinary and baking contest, live animal judging contest for the cutest, larg-est, friendliest and the most unique sheep, lamb and goats. Prizes and trophies are given to the winning owners. Also, there is a lot of native food, drinks, games and fun for the whole family.

MAY24th – 26th7th Annual All Tackle FishingTournamentFlying Fish Marina, Clarence Town

JUNE1st 0 3rd45th, Annual Long Island RegattaRegatta Site, Salt Pond

JULY9TH JULY39th Independence CelebrationsCommunity Center, Clarence Town Long Island *(TBC)

6th - 9thNorth Long Island HomecomingGlinton’s Park *(TBC)For more information on Long Island’s Calendar of Events, contact the Long Island Tourist Office. Phone: 242-338-8668 or email: [email protected]

OCTOBER14th - 16thDiscovery Weekend Yuma Island Club Homecoming Glinton’s Park *(TBC)

DECEMBER 20118thAnnual Christmas Tree Lighting CeremonyCommunity Center, Clarence Town *(TBC)

26th (BOXING DAY)St. Peter’s & St. Paul’s Catholic Church Annual BazaarThe Big House Grounds, Clarence TownThis fair raises funds to assist with the maintenance and building projects of the seven (7) Catholic Churches on the island. Native dishes, music, games and fun for the whole family are available.

31stStella Maris Resort New Year’s Eve Formal Dinner PartyStella Maris Resort, Stella Maris

2012JANUARY2ndNew Years Junkanoo Rush-out*(TBC)

28th4th Winter Residents ReceptionHosted by Long Island Tourist Office*(TBC)

FEBRUARY24th – 26th Agro/ Expo & MuttonfestRegatta Site, Salt Pond * (TBC)This festival highlights something that is unique to Long Island ‘mutton’ which

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Visitors to Long Island say, “The best part of Long Island is its people.” Long Islanders are hard-

working, spiritual, caring of one another, and fun. Stories’ being told of old ways give appreciation , and sometimes criti-cism, to today’s life-style, traditions are preserved and passed on to new genera-tions, and good people work together to make life a little bit better for everyone. The Long Island summer breeze is primarily South-East and, and in the “old times” when the only means of transport was sailing sloops, sailors went down-wind to the North, and up-wind to the South. Today we travel from “Down North” to “Up South,” meeting interest-ing people along the way

High on a hill, down North in Sey-mours, lives Mrs. Ophelia Smith. “Auntie Ophie,” as she is affectionately called, is an 88 year old, magnificent woman who carries herself in a truly aris-tocratic manner. She lives in the house where she was born and raised ten chil-dren. She and her husband worked hard, believing in education for their family. In those days the men went away spong-ing or fishing, and the women stayed home to raise the children and to farm. Ophelia considers herself, first and fore-most, a farmer. To this day she grows

peas, corn and sweet potatoes. For years she has walked down the hill to her boat and skulled across the bay to farm or to fish. Deeply spiritual, Ophelia is blessed with good health, a strong mind, and a strong body. She says, “From all walks of life, people come and see me, they come lookin’ for Ophelia. I live because God’s livin’ in me.” One can never leave Ophelia’s home feeling anything but good about life. Nurse Inez Spence has been the Nurse at the Simms Clinic for the past twenty-seven years. A humble, modest woman with an open Bible in front of her computer, she deeply believes that if you don’t get well, you can at least be com-fortable. Serving her fellow man, Nurse Spence tends to the ill, the elderly, the ba-bies and their mothers, and those in need of a listening ear or a hug. She says, “It doesn’t always have to be medicine from a bottle.” Nurse Spence says, “It’s all about caring, and, if I had to do it all over again, I would do the same thing.” Her compas-sion shines from her soft eyes If you were to ask many Long Island-ers who is the best story-teller, most would say Old Del.” He has twinkling blue eyes and a wonderful sense of humor. Delbert Cartwright, Sr., age 89, and his wife Emma live in Gray’s, in the house in which Del was born. They were married in the old-

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est Anglican Church on Long Island, St. Mary’s. As a boy before school, Del, like all Long Island children of his generation, toted water, collected wood for “cooking on fire,” fed creatures (sheep and goat) and ground corn on weekends. He then would walk twelve miles to school, and never car-ried lunch as they all collected wild fruit from the bush. Del sailed smack sloops (rounded-hull wooden sailboats) to Nas-sau laden with cattle, sheep, and produce from Long Island. Sometimes calm winds would create a thirty day’s journey as they stopped along the way on the “Cays” so the “creatures” could have water. Del, like so many others, went “off on contract,” going to Florida for many months to work when American men were away at war. Del has always farmed and still has a “kitchen gar-den.” He believes that nature was man’s lesson book before the bible as man was totally dependent upon the soil and the sea. As Del tells his stories of old times and Long Island’s history, Emma quietly plaits, making beautiful baskets (as does

Del.) He recently was honored by the Ba-hamian Government for his Outstanding Contribution to the community. Further “Up South” lives Orlando Turnquest. “Landa” has been a farmer for over fifty years and to this day receives awards for his crops. Long Islanders are known as “Sheep Runners;” Landa tends to his flock. He, too, went “off on contract” to the cane fields in Fellsmere, Florida at the age of seventeen. There was always a job for the Long Island “babies” because they knew how to work. Landa, also a musician, has had a succession of bands. He has played at the Smithsonian Institute in Washington, DC, in New York, and in

New Orleans. He and his band members are preserving Long Island’s Rake ‘n Scrape Music through their band “The Originals.” Back when there was no electricity, televi-sion, or computer games, Long Islanders would sit under a tree and tell stories. Someone would say, “Let’s make Music,” and the stories would turn into song lyrics. Long Island’s own Rake ‘n Scrape Music began. The first instrument was the tam-bourine, fashioned from a wooden cheese box, the tops of tinned cream cans as jingles, and a goatskin as the drum head. The raised letters on an old gin bottle were scraped with a spoon, and an old concer-tina or accordion was played. The dance was the traditionally structured, Eng-lish Quadrille (“Heel-toe-heel toe”). The Originals play at Long Island’s significant events. Gentle, barefoot, straw-hatted Laurin Knowles of Mangrove Bush has worked hard all his life and has raised eight children with his wife Sue. Laurin is well-known for his wooden boat building and sailing skills, the quality of construc-tion by “Laurin Knowles and Sons,” and his willingness to always lend a helping hand. Three times he has been honored by the Bahamian Government for his service to the community. A visit with Laurin generally includes an invitation, “Want to see my trophies?” He has rooms filled with


them as he began sailing in Exuma Regatta (The National Family Island Regatta) over fifty years ago. Bahamian sailing craft, originally for transport and for fishing, are now sailed in inter-island regattas. These sloops are still built, according to specifi-cations silently passed on through genera-tions, from native materials beginning with a stem from local hardwood such as wild tamarind or cork. Laurin’s skills have been passed on to his sons who are building and sailing “winning boats.” His sons, grand-sons and granddaughters are now winning races, following his sailing legacy.

“Deep in the South” we meet Sharon Cartwright of McKenzies. Sharon is the retired principal and teacher at Morrisville Primary School. She lov-ingly taught her students, believing that “each child has capabilities once he puts his mind to it.” She says that the greatest reward of teaching is to see the face of a struggling child light up. Her retirement party was a true tribute to her accomplish-ments which were above and beyond the call of duty. Modestly, she says, “Let the work that I do speak for me:” the banner at her party stated, “45 Years of Dedicated Service.” Sharon has not stopped with that. She is now working on Local Government, trying to give the people of South Long Island the best representation she and her colleague can give. She says that she sim-ply measures her success as an educator

by her children, all of whom she had the honor to shape and mold, and who lead useful and productive lives. Just six individuals have been show-cased here, but there are many other spe-cial, spiritual Long Islanders who have earned our appreciation, admiration and thanks. As you meet them, ask them to tell you their Long Island stories. Alan Dixon, Burnt Ground: Shell-Art-ist, Minister and Church-Builder, Roofer, Landscaper, and FarmerElsie Knowles, O’Neills: Dedicated to preserving the art of Long Island’s Straw Work. Joerg and Gaby Friese, Monika and Gerd Fuhrman, and Peter Kuska, Stella Maris: The “family” that created and served the Stella Maris Resort and Community for over 35 years.Louise Pelicanos, Bunches: Serving her community and preserving culture her entire life. Ask her to show you the Qua-drille that she learned as a small child, lay-ing on the ground, while “Mummy danced round us.”Sylvia Scriven, Deals: Ten year member of Parliament who retired to Long Island, began Long Island’s Kiwanis, and serves her community though her church, her kitchen, and her organizational skills.Mario Simms, Simms: “Chief cook and bottle washer” of the Blue Chip Restaurant in the Simms Settlement. Mario silently feeds those in need and truly lives his be-lief in the value of hard work. Ena Major, Clarencetown: Proprietor of a small shop that has a representation of work of many Straw-Work artists. Ms. Major is a silent heroine in her community, having received the Damien award for ser-vice to the poor.

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Long Island Museum (B) ..... 337-0500The Museum is a part of the National Mu-seum of The Bahamas/Antiquities, Monu-ments and Museums Corporation, which is the principal heritage, conservation and preservation agency in The Bahamas. The Long Island Museum, therefore, is com-mitted to the preservation and interpreta-tion of the history and culture of Long Island for Bahamians, visitors and future generations.CulturalClarence Town (Capital) - is the island’s prettiest harbour town and one of the largest settlements. It is famous for its beautiful twin churches situated on two hilltops.

Historic Churches, Clarence Town - are St. Paul’s Anglican Church and St. Peter’s & St. Paul’s Catholic Church, both of which were built by Fr. Jerome Hawes. He first designed the Anglican Church and then the Catholic Church after his conversion to Catholicism.

Deadman’s Cay - is the largest settlement on the island, with farms, shops, church-es, schools, a clinic, restaurants and pubs. One of the airports is found here.

Hard Bargain - was the site of an extensive salt operation ran by Diamond Crystal. A shrimp farm was once here too.

Salt Pond - is the home of Long Island’s Annual Sailing Regatta and a beautiful

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Simms - is the main and oldest settle-ment in the north it is home to the descendants of the original settlers. Ivy Simms, renowned for fine, native straw work once live here.

Stella Maris - is wedged between the emerald greens of the Exuma Bank on the island’s lee side, and the azure blues of the steep, hilly eastern shore bordering the Atlantic.

Cape Santa Maria Beach, North, was named by Christopher Columbus after one of his ships. Cape Santa Maria is one of the most beautiful beaches in the world with pure white silky sand stretching some four miles.

Columbus Harbour / Columbus Point, North, - a mile long, protected, shal-low inner bay was reportedly entered by Christopher Columbus on his first voyage to the New World.

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Adderley’s Plantation - a cotton planta-tion once occupied all of Stella Maris. The ruins include seven buildings, practically intact up to the roof level.

Dunmore Plantation, Dunmore’s – a former slave plantation house, has two drawings of sailboats used during the plantation era on the walls. Thegate posts to the plantation are still intact.

Gray’s Plantation – includes ruins of at least three houses, one with two chim-neys.

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St. Mary’s Church, The Bight – is thought to have been built by the Spanish in the 17th century. It is the oldest church on the island.

Deadman’s Cay Cave – has two tunnels, one of which leads to the ocean and has never been fully explored. There are two old Indian drawings on the wall.

Dunmore’s Cave – was lived in by Indians and later used as an occasional hideaway by buccaneers.

Hamilton’s Cave – was the site of a dis-covery of Lucayan artifacts in 1935.

BeachesLong Island is home of one of the top 10 beaches in the World.Columbus Harbour Deal’s BeachOneil’s BeachSecluded BeachesCape Santa Maria Beach, Galloit CayGordon’s Beach

Love Beaches, Stella MarisMillerton’s School Beach

Car RentalsAllie’s Car Rental (Sey) .............. 338-6036Annie’s Car Rental MI ............... 338-8978Adderley’s Car Rental (MI) ....... 338-8925Atlantic View Car Rentals & ToursSey ......................338-6027 or 472-0037Bling Bling Carwash & Rental (DC) .......... 337-1522Constantakis Car Rental (P) ..... 337-0644Coral Gardens Inn & Car Rental (GL) ........... 338-5009Ellens Inn & Car Rental (DC) .................... 337-0888

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Flying Fish Marina & Car Rental (CT) ................ 337-3430Mr. T Car Rentals (DC) ............ 337-1054MnK Car Rental ....................... 472-0501Omar’s Rental Cars ................... 338-5273Ophelia’s Rent A Car (DC) ........ 337-1042

or 357-1072, Mr. MajorPhils Car Rental (CT)............... 337-3249Seagrape Jeep Rentals (H) ......... 337-0249Seaside Car Rentals (SP) ........... 338-0041Shanea’s Car Rental (SM) .......... 338-7020Stan’s Car Rental (MI) ............... 338-8987Swift Car Rental (AB)................ 338-8633Wellie’s Car Rental (BG) ............ 338-7065Williams Car Rental (GL) ......... 338-5002UWR Unique Wheels Rental ... 225-8630

EntertainmentBars & Lounges / NightlifeRake N’ Scrape (DC) ................. 337-1334Rake ‘n’ Scrape and JunkanooCartie & Co Liquors & Bar (H) 337-6066Chez Pierre (MI) ....................... 338-8809Long Island Beeeze (SP) ............ 338-0170Max Conch Bar (DC) ................ 337-0056The Forest (MIL) ...................... 337-3287Sierra’s Club (DC) Airport ........ 337-1053Stella Maris Resort (SM) ........... 338-2050Earlie’s Hillside Tavern (H) ....... 337-1628Da Danz Rest (MV) ................... 387-3226Club Washington (MC) ............ 338-0021

FishingLong island is a fishing destinationwhether you are drawn to deep sea fish-ing, bottom fishing or bone fishing we have it all here.

Fishing Guides

Bonefishing / Deep Sea FishingBahamas Discovery Quest ........ 472-2605

Bonafide Bonefishing ................ 338-2025Bonefish Dwayne ...................... 337-0187Cartwright’s Bonefishing LodgeColin Cartwright (DC) ............. 337-0215Capt. Mark Cartwright (C) ....... 337-6238Cape Santa Maria Resort .......... 338-5273Chez Pierre (MI) ....................... 338-8809Delbert Smith ........................... 338-6001Eagle Eyes Bonefishing(BG) .........................................338-7075Gems at Paradise ......................337-3016Silverstrike Fishing ...................337-1555TJ’s Bonefish & Boat Rentals ..........................338-8978Yellowtail Charters ...................436-7817Lazy Hour ...............................................

Kayaking/SnorkelingCape Santa Maria (GC) .............338-5273Chez Pierre (MI) .......................338-8809Gems at Paradise (CT) ..............337-3016Stella Maris Resort (SM) ...........338-2050Long Island Breeze (SP) ............338-0170UWR Unique Wheels Rental ... 225-8630

ToursCave ToursHamilton’s Cave ....................... 337-0235Island Tours .........338-2031 or 357-1043Omar’sLongIslandGuidedTourCape Santa Maria Resort (GC) ...338-5273Sea It All Family Fun Tours ..............337-0199Bahamas Discovery Quest ........ 472-2605

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Our Bonefishing is of first class. In the hand of the islands’ best guide. When it comes to Bonefish-ing, Docky is the guide to make a day out on the flats a fabulous experience, truly remembered for life! He loves the sport, he loves the Long Island flats, he will love to take Y O U out! Bonafide Fly Shop: For all your bonefishing needs, please visit our complete Fly Shop lo-cated in Stella Maris on the main road.

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IfDivorcedMust present original divorce papersIfNeverMarriedNotary fee for affidavit swearing Spinstership or Bachelorhood ........$20.00If wedding is performed byAdministratorWedding at Office .......................$150.00Wedding elsewhere .....................$300.00Wedding CaterersCape Santa Maria Resort (GC) .......................... 338-5273Chez Pierre (MI) ....................... 338-8809Long Island Breeze (SP) ............ 338-0170Stella Maris Resort (SM) ........... 338-2050

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Architectural ServicesLaurin Knowles Architectural Services ........... 337-0025

Art GalleriesLong Island Museum (B) ......... 337-0500Sandra Ritchie Pratt ..........242-374-2826

Automobile Repairs & PartsCartwright’s Garage (DC) ......... 337-0122Fox Auto Body (SP) ................. 338-0041Milander’s Auto (CT) ............... 337-3227

Bait & TackleBonafideFlyShop(SM)....... 338-2025Fisherman’s Marine (H) ........... 337-6226Sea Fearer (SP) ........................ 338-0094

BakeryOasis Bakery (CT) ................... 337-3003Ritchies (DC) ........................... 337-0004

Beauty SalonMarcie’s Beauty Spot (SP) ......... 338-0136Tamika Hanna (DC) ................ 337-1422Lynn’s Nail Salon(DC) .............. 337-065

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Sharnessa Cartwright Hair & Nails (DC) ................ 337-0149Emmy Adderley....................... 338-7074

Beauty SuppliesFour Wings Drugs (BG) ........... 338-7048Berts Dry Goods ...................... 338-7015Lorna’s ..................................... 337-0179Violet Major (H) ...................... 337-6227Fox Gift Shop (SP) .................. 338-0015

Books & MagazinesThe Readery (CA) .................... 337-6210

Building ContractorsClayGon (H) ............................ 557-1873Damian Treco’s Con. (H) ......... 337-1005Laurin Knowles (H) ................. 337-0025Rowdy Boys ............................. 337-0240Long Island Projects ...............................Bale Maker West Indies Tropical Homes ............415-819-8419

Cell Phones & AccessoriesIsland Cellular (H)................... 337-6064

Civil EngineeringStefan Knowles (MB) ............... 472-8060

ClothingChich Boutique & Fab Designs (DC) .............. 337-1070Ingrid Knowles ........................ 337-6244Island Styles ............................ 337-6213D’s Collection (G) .................... 337-2325Le Rose .................................... 337-0259Shenique’s Boutique ................ 337-1056Camille’s Fabrics ...................... 337-1094Barbie’s Boutique (Sey) ............ 338-6005Cape Santa Maria Boutique (GC) ...................... 338-5273

CoffeeIt’s All Under the Sun .............. 337-0199

Customs BrokerageCarroll Shipping (B) ................ 337-0017

Day CareHabakkuk Day Care ................ 337-1020Pearly’s Daycare (C) ................. 337-0167

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Deli SandwichesIts All Under The Sun (MB) ...........337-0199

Department StoreIts All Under The Sun (MB) ............ 337-0199Moree’s Supply (TheB) ............. 337-7556Fox Gift Shop (SP) .................. 338-0015

Diving & Snorkeling GearBonafide Fly Shop (SM) ........... 338-2025Its All Under The Sun (MB) ...........337-0199Fisherman’s Marine (H) .................337-6226

FishConstantakis Sea Enterprise..........................

Florists/ NurseryFlowers & Thingsby Emcee (P) 337-0345Cassidy Plants ......................... 337-6455

Gas StationsTreco’s Service Station (H) ....... 337-1005

Grocery Stores Harbour Grocery ..................... 337-3934Gordon’s Convenience Store .... 337-2325J&B Carroll Supermarket......... 337-1048J&M Food Store (B) ................ 337-1446True Value Food Store (CT) ..... 337-3903Midway Mini Mart (TheB) ....... 337-7230MGS Food Store (BG) .............. 338-7010Sunflower Food Mart (H) ..............337-0249Hardings Food Store (SP) ........ 338-0333Hillside Supplies & Price Buster (SP) ................ 338-0022Treco’s Meat Market (H) ........... 337-0059Knowles Supply (Mck) ............ 337-0566Maddiepaloosa (CA) ................ 337-0154

Hardware Stores/ Home CentersIts All Under The Sun (MB) ........ 337-0199A & M Electrical (P) ................ 337-0310Judy’s Home Center (P) ........... 337-0329Harding Supply & Lumber Yard (SP) ............... 338-0100Hardings Supply Center (SP) ........................ 338-0042InsuranceSunquest Services (H) ............. 337-6786Advantage Ins. Brokers ............ 337-0614Professional Insurance (SP)...... 338-0136

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Nassau Underwriters ............... 338-2050

InternetSeaside Village (DC) ................ 337-0119Bonafide Fly Shop (SM) ........... 338-2025Coco’s (SH) .............................. 337-6242Cape Santa Maria Resort (GC) ......................... 338-5273

Lawn /GardeningCassidy’s Plant Shop (Pet) ........ 337-6455C& T Lawn & Landscape (DC) ................................... 337-6024

LiquorCartie Co (H) .......................... 337-6066Midtown Liquor (BG) .............. 338-7009Yukon Jack Liquors ................. 337-6050Smithy’s (CA) .......................... 337-1056The Watering Hole .................. 338-2059Bunches Liquor ....................... 338-8600Crossroads ............................... 338-8052Burrows Wholesale Liquor ...... 337-0338Falcon’s Nest ........................... 337-0070

Marine SuppliesChancem (MB) ........................ 337-0199Fisherman’s Marine .................. 337-6226Its All Under The Sun .............. 337-0199Sea Fearer Marine Supply ........ 338-0094

Newspaper / InformationThe Readery Book Store & Supplies (C) .................... 337-6210Chuck Foxhttp://www.longislandishere.comOffice SuppliesSunquest Services (H) ............. 337-6786

Perfumes Violet Major (H) ...................... 337-6227

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“C&T Making Your Landscape Plans a Reality and Keeping Your Investment Beautiful”

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NeedhelpwithanyaspectofyourvisitcontactLongIslandTouristOfficeat338-8668•[email protected]

Pet SuppliesLaChae’s Pet & Lunch Snacks .................... 467-4023

PharmacyTrue Value Food Store (CT) ..... 337-3903Long Island Prescription Services (H) ....................... 558-7194Propane GasSwift Gas ................................. 338-8533

SeafoodPerformance Fisheries (AB) ..... 338-8068Atlantic Fisheries (SP) ............. 338-0014

ShoesI Love Shoes ............................ 337-1057

SouvenirsBlissful Creations ..................... 535-1212Le Rose (H) ............................. 337-0259Lorna’s (CA) ............................ 337-0179Long Island Museum (B) ......... 337-0500

Straw Bags & AccessoriesEna Major’s Creations (CT) ...... 337-3034Jennifer Cartwright (H) ........... 337-6213

Lorna’s (CA) ............................ 337-0179Berts Dry Goods ...................... 338-7015Long Island Museum (B) ......... 337-0500Cheryl’s Creation ..................... 338-8322 PlaitMonica’ Cartwright .................. 337-2028Elsie Knowles (ON) ................. 338-8881

Travel AgenciesDestinations (H) ...................... 337-5100

Variety StoresMoree’s Supply (TheB) ............. 337-7556S&M Variety Store (SM) .......... 338-2069

Water (Bottled)Yuma Crystal ........................... 338-5077Superior Drinking Water (DC) ..... 337-1008


where to dine

The Beach House at Cape Santa Maria (GC) ... 338-5273One of the most appealing restaurants on Long Island overlooks golden sunsets on the best beach in the Bahamas. The Beach House Restaurant and Bar at Cape Santa Maria Beach Resort offers an enticing mix of authentic Bahamian and American cui-sine. Fresh seafood from local fisherman along with fresh picked ingredients from our local gardens and imported special-ties make for a dining experience you will always remember. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Reservations recom-mended.

Chez Pierre (M) ....................... 338-8809Discover Chez Pierre, unique “sea and sun” Bahamas beach resort, its secluded crescent beach and private cottages overlooking the sea. Where each day is a treasure! With delightful meals served in our oceanfront tropical restaurant and breathtaking peaceful surroundings wrapped around the crystal-blue waters. At the oceanfront tropical restaurant, a

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Fine Dining at Cape Santa Mariadining

In Millers Bay, Long Island, Bahamas

(242) 338-8809

Make your reservation online! www.chezpierrebahamas.com

- Frommer's

Chez Pierre Bahamasrestaurant and beach cottages

Chez Pierre is listed #2 in the top fiveplaces to visit, eat and stay inthe Bahamas.

- By the Lonely Planet

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"A few steps from the beach is an ocean-fronting restaurant that serves the bestfood on the island, a blend of French, Italian, and Caribbean cuisine, using island-grown fresh produce along with fresh fish and seafood from local waters."

wide selection of wines available


few steps from the beach, we offer a daily menu of Continental and Caribbean cuisine. Island-grown fresh produces, served along with fresh fish and sea food from our local waters is a favourite. An extensive Table d’Hôte is suggesteddaily to our staying guests by Chef Pierre himself.

Moonshine Beach Bar at Stella Maris Resort ........... 338-2050You’ll have a relaxed and pleasure time and the Moonshine Beach Bar. Enjoy the island life, sit back and take it all in. We offer light snacks, cocktails and a breath-taking view of the Atlantic Ocean. Open daily to serve you. We await your arrival!

Chez Pierre Bahamas

where to dine

Fine Dining at Cape Santa Maria

where to dine

Anita’s Takeaway (SI) • 338-8277 L -Beach Bungalows Restaurant & Bar (D)• 338-8445 B, L & D -Big Gate Bar (DC) • 337-1515Blue Chip Restaurant & Bar (SI) • 338-8045 B, L & D YesBorderline Takeaway • (CA) 337-0143 B & L NoCape Santa Maria Beach House (GC) • 338-5273 B, L & D YesChez Pierre Restaurant (MI) • 338-8809 B, L & D YesClub Thompson Bay Restaurant & Bar (TB) • 338-0151 B, L & D NoClub Washington Restaurant & Bar (Mc) • 338-0021 B, L & D NoCoco’s Restaurants & Lounge (H) • 337-6242 L & D YesCrossroad Restaurant & Bar (O) • 338-8052 - -Da-Danz Restaurant & Bar (MV) • 337-3226 Dew Drop Inn Restaurant & Bar, (DC) • 337-0044 By Order NoForest Restaurant (Mil) • 337-3287 L & D NoForest #2 (DC) • 337-1246Greenleaf Restaurant Bar & Grill (B) • 338-8600 L & D NoJoey’s Ice Cream & Deli (Wh)• 338-8906Lazy Hour (DC) 462-2609 Le Pon Restaurant & Grill (CT) • 337-3766 B, L & D NoLong Island Breeze (SP) 338-0170 L & D NoMax Conch Bar & Grill (DC) • 337-0056 L & D NoMidway Inn Restaurant & Bar (TheB) • 337-7345 L & D NoMoonshine Bar & Grill (SM) • 338-2050 B, L & D YesOunce’s Hot Spot Restaurant & Bar (CA) • 337-0215 B & L - Outer Edge Grill (CT) • 337-3445 L & D YesPratt’s Restaurant & Bar (BG) • 338-7051 - -Red Door Restaurant & Bar (DM) • 337-2528 By Order NoSeaside Village at Jerry WellsSierra’s Club Airport Restaurant (DC) • 337-1010 L NoSouside Bar & Grill (SP) • 338-0177 L NoStella Maris Restaurant (SM) • 338-2050 B, L & D YesSunset Rest. & Bar (Sey) • 338-6044Swamp Thing Restaurant (SH) • 337-5223 B, L & D NoSweet P Restaurant & Bar, (Dun) • 337-3478 L (weekends) NoThe Hot Spot (C) • 337-0215Two Sisters (BG) • 338-7008 B, L & D Winter Haven Resort Restaurant (CT) • 337-3062 L & D YesZia’s Take-Away (BG) • 338-7073 L No

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where to stay

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Alligator Bay Marina & Lounge (AB) .................. 338-8068 Atlantic Hideaway Resort & Bonefish .... Lodge (B) ........................... 337-1055 Atlantic View Villas (Sey) ....... 338-6027Beach Bungalows (DL)............ 338-8444CapeSantaMaria BeachResort(GC).......... 338-5273Cape Santa Maria Beach Resort & Villas is unlike any place you’ve ever experienced. Guests from all over the world select this beautiful resort as their ultimate escape. Beachfront Bungalows and Luxury Villas privately spaced along this silky white sand beach which many claim to be the best beach in the world. Rated by Tri-padvisor.com as one of the most popular resorts in the Bahamas. A visit to Cape Santa Maria will always be remembered. Vacation Home investment opportuni-ties are also available. See our website for details. www.capesantamaria.com Cartwright’s Bay Bonefish Lodge (CA).......... 337-0215ChezPierreVillas(M)......... 338-8809 Discover Chez Pierre, unique “sea and sun” Bahamas beach resort. Its secluded

crescent beach and private cottages overlooking the sea, where each day is a treasure. With delightful meals served in our oceanfront tropical restaurant and breathtaking peaceful surroundings wrapped around the crystal-blue waters.C Shells Guest Quarters (SP) .. 338-0103We are just steps away from the beach-front where it is perfect for snorkeling, sunbathing or splashing around in the cool sea. In our small settlement you will find beautiful secluded beaches on the Atlantic side of the island and calm shores on the Leeward side; all within walking distance. You can read a book or take a quick nap in our hammock between the whispering pine trees near the beach or just outside the unit between the wild tamarind trees.

Relax at Cape Santa Maria

Constantakis Bayview (P) ....... 337-0644Our apartments are centrally located with all the necessary resources available within walking distance. There’s a grocery store, liquor store, clothing and hardware store located nearby.Coral Gardens Inn (Gl.) ......... 338-5009Dew Drop Inn (B) ................... 337-0044

Ellen’s Inn (DC) ................... 337-0888A delightful lodge in the heart of Dead-man’s Cay Long Island, The Bahamas.Located just minutes from the airport... our bed and breakfast rooms are set in a quiet island setting, only minutes from


major attractions such as the Long Island Museum and The Hamilton’s Caves. There are also restaurants and grocery stores within walking distance. Sleep in comfort in our air conditioned rooms, furnished completely with cable television and re-frigerator our pleasant staff and breakfast orientated kitchen are sure to start your mornings off right.Gems At Paradise Beach (CT) . 337-3016

HarborBreezeVillas(LB).... 225-7720Located in Lochabar, Clarence Town of-fers fourteen (14) luxury, romantic villas with spectacular views of the Clarence Town Harbour and the Atlantic Ocean. Enjoy spectacular views from every angle of each villa. For a relaxing, secluded and

where to stay

Deadman’s Cay, Long IslandTel: 337-0888 or 337-1086

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Bed&Breakfast

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Choose from Deluxe • Double or Suite

luxurious stay while vacationing choose from all of our villas featured on www.HomeAway.com.Hamilton’s Inn (H) ................. 337-1264 John Smart Villas & Plaza (DC) 337-0028

Keva’s Villas (DC) ................... 337-1054Centrally located and reasonable rates, call Mr. T today to book your stay.Kings Bay .............................. 338-8945Lazy Hour (DC) ...................... 462-2609Lochabar Beach Houses (CT) .. 337-0025Lochabar Beach Lodge (LB) .... 337-3123Long Island Breeze (SP) .......... 338-0170Midway Inn (TheB) ................ 337-7345Oceanview Villas (B)............... 337-0088Palm Court Villas, (DC) .......... 337-3339Rico’s Inn (Mil.) ...................... 338-8989Smith & Wells (DC) ............... 337-1056


where to stay

StellaMarisResort(SM)..... 338-2050Come, relax in our elegantly casual Resort Club. Here the world is forgotten, time stands still. Enjoy many daytime complimentary guest activities and unwind at sunset parties. Accommoda-tions are attractively scattered throughout a magnificent palm grove, overlooking the Atlantic. You will be very comfortable in our air-conditioned rooms, all with ocean view patio or balcony, fridge, coffee maker, ceiling fan and hair dryer. Our villas and bungalows are nothing short of superb, some indeed luxurious, and some with private pool. Tommy’s Inn (CT) .................. 337-3015Villa Del Sol (H) ..................... 337-6786Winter Haven Resort (CT) ...... 337-3062Whistling Duck Cottage ......1-603-454-7441


Flying Fish Marina 18 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3(CT) 337-3430

Stella Maris Marina 16 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3(SM) - 338-2055

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Fuel Dock • R/O Water • Provisions StoreBathrooms & Showers • Laundry

Tel: 337-3430 • Fax: 337-3429www.flyingfish-marina.comemail: [email protected]

Lighthouse Point Road, P.O. Box CT-30350Clarence Town, Long Island, Bahamas

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There is an exciting boom in the market of real estate for those of you who’ve always dreamed of

owning a piece of paradise Qualified and experienced real estate companies such as Durrant Harding, Sunshine Real Estate, Bahamas Best Real Estate and Island Palm Realty are waiting to cut you in on piece of what you always knew you were miss-ing; a slice of paradise.

The Villas at Cape Santa Maria (GC) 338-5273Wake up to sweeping views of the Carib-bean Sea and spend your days on the best beach in the Bahamas. Visit Cape Santa Maria Beach Resort and tour our beautiful 1,800 square foot beachfront Luxury Vil-las. Worry free ownership, return on in-vestment through our rental program and unlimited access to the Resort’s services and amenities make this an exclusive op-portunity to own your piece of paradise. Contact Brook Castelsky 242-338-5273 or 1-800-926-9704, email:[email protected]

5Topreasonstoinvesthere!Stable Economy - Moderate rate of inflation, rising employment and strengthened reserves all point to our stable economy.No direct taxes - on profits, income, capital gains, corporate earnings, sales, inheritance or dividends.Bahamian Currency - one-on-one to BS and USD makes far easier transac-tions.Time - Eastern Standard Time - this makes work day transactions possible for those doing business in New York, London or Geneva.Climate - the beautiful clear waters, sun, sand and beaches.

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Durrant Harding (SP) ................ 338-0182Island Palm (H) ......................... 337-1555Malville Real Estate .................... 337-3332Stella Maris Estate (SM) ............. 338-2050Sunshine Real Estate (SP) .......... 338-0009Long Island Projects (Sey)+44 (0) 7961-424695 or email: [email protected] Dawn Projects ........www.reddawn.biz


The International Persons Landhold-ing Act passed in 1993 made it easier for non-Bahamians and companies under their control to own property. 1. A non-Bahamian or permanent resident who purchases or acquires an interest in a condominium or property to be used by him as a single family dwelling or for construction of such dwelling must apply to the secretary to the Investment Board to register the purchase following completion of the purchase. 2. Upon receipt of the above the acquisition is registered and a certificate of registration issued. 3. A permit to acquire property is required as a pre-condition to comple-tion of the purchase if the property is undeveloped land and the purchaser would become the owner of two or more contiguous acres. A permit is also required in cases where property being purchased is not for use as a single family dwelling (for example if the purchaser is buying a resort, restaurant or other commercial venture).

4. Non-Bahamians who own homes in The Bahamas may apply to the direc-tor of immigration for an annual home owner’s residence card. This entitles the owner, spouse and dependent children to enter and remain in The Bahamas for the duration of the validity of the card. This is intended to facilitate entry but does not confer resident status. All applications for permits along with fees made payable to the Public Trea-sury should be submitted to the Ministry of Financial Services & Investments for consideration by the Investment Board.

Fee ScheduleCertificate of Registration fee ……$250.00Permit Fee ..................................$500.00Annual home owner’sresidence card ............................$500.00

What is Stamp Duty? Although there are no taxes on capital gains, inheritance, corporate and personal income, dividends and interest in The Bahamas there are Real Property Tax and Stamp Duty. A one time Stamp Duty is payable on real estate transactions calculated on the value of property which is not always the sale price and is a prerequisite to having your ownership registered.

The Government Stamp Tax on Property Conveyances

The government Stamp Duty on the property conveyance or realty transfer is graded as follows:Up to & Including Stamp Duty$0-$20,000.00 ...................................4%$20,000.01-$50,000.00 .....................6%$50,000.01-$100,000.00 ...................8%$100,000.01-$250,000.00 ...............10%Over $250,000.00 ............................12% In property sales the vendor and the purchaser each pay half the Stamp Duty unless otherwise agreed.

Real Property TaxIn respect of owner-occupied propertyup to $250,000 ........................... exempt$250,000 - $500,000 ......................3/4%$500,0001 - $500,000.00 ..................1%$500,000.00 + ..................................¾%In respect of unimproved propertyup to $3,000 .....................................$30$3001- $100,000 ...............................1%$100,001 or more ........................1 1/2%In respect of any other property:up to $500,000 ..................................1%$500,001 or more ............................. 2%

Other FeesThe lawyer who prepares the conveyance typically charges a fee of 21/2% of the sale price. Real estate agents charge a 6% com-mission on the sale of developed and 10% undeveloped residential or commercial property.

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ship and fill out an immigration card. If you have a firearm on board, this must be declared to Customs along with serial number, manufacturer and exact count of ammunition. The firearm cannot be taken ashore unless permission is obtained from the Bahamian police before hand.

General InformationBahamas Ports of Entry via Sea(Cargo)Stella Maris Marina, Clarence Town and Salt Pond Government DockBahamas Ports of Entry(Private Vessels)Stella Maris MarinaCustoms & Immigration available.

Banking HoursScotiabank(ATM)Buckleys................................ 337-1029StellaMaris............................ 338-2057Mon.-Thurs. 9:30a.m.-3:00p.m.Fridays 9:30a.m.-4:30p.m.

RoyalBank(Buckleys)ATMGrays..................................... 337-0100Tuesdays 9:30am-3pmFridays 9:30am-4:30pm

CommunicationsRadio ZNS 1540 AM. Local and national programming and advertising. 24 hours broadcast.

Island Breeze106.1FMLocated in McK-inzies is founded by Jason Knowles and Adrian Darville.The first FM radio station of its kind in

Long Island. It brings you island news, en-tertainment and music. Established on the 27th day of July, 2011.The brain child on Adrian, jason steps in to make it happen.

ATM MachinesVisitors to Long Island can get cash 24 hours a day. ATM’s Operated by Royal Bank of Canada and Scotiabank (Bah) Ltd that provide convenient banking services 24 hours a day.

Entry RequirementsAirlinesArrival:Each visitor must fill out a Bahamian Im-migration form and retain the detachable portion for departure. Customs declara-tions are oral. See Bahamas Customs this section.Departure:Departures to US must go through US Customs pre-clearance.Boats:A fee of $150 is payable for entry for boats 35 feet and under and $300 for boats 36 feet and over. This fee is valid for two entries during a 90-day period. This includes government taxes and fishing permits for four (4) persons. Each addi-tional person is charged $15. Upon arrival at the port of entry, visitors must clear Customs and Immigration. The flying of a yellow quarantine flag will notify Customs of your arrival. Until the vessel is cleared, no one except the captain is allowed to leave the boat.All passengers must have proof of citizen-

For urgent assistance while you stay in The Bahamas & Long IslandCall the Bahamas Ministry of Tourism Helpline at (242) 326-HELP (4357)

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For requests and to advertise call 337-6080/1 or listen online at livestream.com/islandbreezefCurrencyLocal currency includes a 1/2 dollar, 1, 3, 5, 10, 20, 50 and 100 dollar bills.

Exchange RatesThe Bahamian dollar is pegged to the US dollar. There is a conversion fee charged at the banks

HealthThe Ministry of Health operates clinics in Deadman’s Cay, Clarence Town, Roses, Mangrove Bush and Simms. In cases where emergencies or more medical services are needed patients are flown to Princess Mar-garet Hospital or Doctors Hospital in Nas-sau. Illegal ItemsStrict laws and penalties apply for posses-sion of dangerous drugs and firearms. Any drugs considered dangerous including marijuana brings stiff fines and even jail terms if found in the possession of unau-thorized persons.

PostageYou can find a post office in every settle-ment which provide services for airmailing to North America, Europe Canada and the rest of the world. Services are also avail-able for regular surface mail along with courier services using Federal Express, and DHL. Postcards are 65 cents to US, UK and Canada. Airmail letters (one-half ounce) 75 cents for US and Canada, 80 cents to Europe

Service ClubsLong Islanders Association ......................Helping Long Islanders in time of need.

Shopping HoursStore hours vary. Most stores open Mon-day-Saturday 7a.m-6p.m. Grocery stores open on Sunday from 7a.m-10a.m.

TaxesThere is no sales tax in The Bahamas.

However, there are other forms of taxes that may apply during your trip to The Bahamas. Hotel room tax of 6%-12% will be added to your bill at time of check out.

Taxi Operators - VHF Ch16Veronica Knowles (SI) # 2 ............... 338-8842Jerry Knowles (AB) # 4 ................... 338-8592Scoffield Miller (MI)# 5 ................... 338-8970Shervin “Smithy’s” (Sey)# 10 ........... 357-1408Omar Daley #11 (SM) ..................... 357-1043Leonard Darville #6 ........................ 472-0024Devitt’s Taxi #2 ................................ 472-2714

TelevisionCable is provided by Cable Bahamas from lower Deadman’s Cay to Hamilton’s. Radio Station is 1540am.

TelephonesBTC provides a 100% digital switching system that allows communication with over 100 countries. Other services are fax, telex, cellular and satellite. Phone cards are available. Roaming features are available and will be billed through your home carrier. Batelnet owned by BTC is the major internet service provider.

TemperaturesWe enjoy a sub-tropical temperature year round. Water temperature ranges from the low 80s in the summer to the mid-70s in the winter

Traffic RulesKEEP LEFT. Seat belts are mandatory. If you are walking where there is no side-walk, face oncoming traffic.

What to wearHow to pack for your trip to The Bahamas depends on the time of year, where you plan to stay and what you plan to do. Sum-mer wear is appropriate for day and eve-ning. In the evening, depending on your choice of restaurant and activities, you can dress casually.

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Each Island of the Bahamas has its own crest. Here is Long Island’s featuring the native Goat.

Church ServicesBeulah Baptist Church, SimmsChurch of God (TheB.) ............. 365-4117Church of Christ (B) ................. 337-6024.............................................or 472-2605First Assembly of God (SI)........ 338-0074Holy Cross Anglican (H).......... 337-6767Palestine Baptist (DC) ............... 337-1092St. John’s Anglican (Bu.) .......... 337-1566

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St. Paul’s Parish (CT) ................ 337-3002St. Paul’s Anglican Church (CT) .................................. 337-3802St. Joseph’s Anglican (TB)St. Mary Magdalene Anglican (GL)St. Peter’s & St. Paul’s Catholic ChurchSt. Mary The Virgin Anglican ChurchMacedonia Baptist ChurchOur Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic (H)

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WEB: www.capesantamaria.com EMAIL: [email protected]

The Villas at Cape Santa Maria is your chance to own a vacation home on the best beach in the Bahamas.

Each beautifully appointed beachfront villa overlooks four miles of pristine, sandy beach. All the amenities of Cape Santa Maria Beach Resort are available to you, plus the opportunity for rental income, ensuring a return on investment.

Purchase a villa and your vacation is on us!

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Long Island Visitors Guide 2012