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Tel: 212 941-3988 Email: OLD BAHAMA BAY AT GINN SUR MER UNVEILS GOURMET GETAWAY CULINARY EXPERIENCE. Luxury resort provides guests with an authentic Bahamian experience featuring interactive cooking demonstrations, tropical
drink mixing demonstrations, entertainment and more. WEST END, Grand Bahama Island Old Bahama Bay at Ginn sur Mer invites guests to experience the taste of The Bahamas with its unique Ginn sur Mer Gourmet Getaway package, available during select dates from September 2007 through February 2008. With rates beginning at $855 per person for a three-night stay with the option of adding additional nights, guests will enjoy bountiful culinary and cultural experiences set to the backdrop of the luxury resort, known for its barefoot elegance. The Ginn sur Mer Gourmet Getaway package is available through the Old Bahama Bay Web site or by calling (800) 444-9469. Rates vary by season. Old Bahama Bays on-site chefs will provide guests with a demonstration of classic Bahamian
cuisine as they prepare island favorites such as
grilled conch, grouper, mahi mahi and snapper. In addition, visitors will experience the history of Grand Bahama Island
cuisine through activities including West End conch cracking, a Bahamian craw fish hunt and line fishing. The package includes entertainment during
dinner and a tropical
drink mixologist demonstration. In between cooking and cultural lessons, guests are invited to enjoy Old Bahama Bays amenities such the pristine oceanfront
swimming pool and beautiful beaches, or adventurous activities including fishing, kayaking, snorkeling and boating. All guests have complimentary use of sail boats, kayaks, snorkel equipment, Hobie cats, a
fitness center and bicycles. Gourmet Getaway Package: (Minimum four days/three nights, double occupancy) Three nights in an ocean view
junior suite Welcome reception and gift Four interactive culinary classes (two
lunch and two
dinner) Tropical
drink mixologist demonstration
Dinner entertainment Interactive cultural lesson Farewell gift
Breakfast daily Round
trip airport transfers Complimentary use of sail boats, kayaks, snorkel equipment, Hobie cats, the
fitness center and bicycles Taxes and gratuities. September December 2007. January - February 2008. The three night per person package rate is based on double occupancy. A three night package per
room, single occupancy, is $1260 from September through December and $1280 from January through February 2008. The extra night rate does not include features and is per
room, single or double occupancy. Ginn sur Mer Gourmet Getaway Available Dates: September 13-16, 2007. November 15-18, 2007. December 13-16, 2007. In addition to the unique culinary and cultural offerings of this package, guests will also enjoy Old Bahama Bays endless amenities and luxurious accommodations. With 73 elegantly decorated beachfront
suites set within cottages along a private beach, each
room combines Bahamian charm and luxury.
Guestrooms feature upgraded amenities such as Dorothy Prentice Aromatherapy
bath products, robes,
refrigerators, microwaves,
coffee makers, DVD and
CD players (with
movie and music libraries), custom designed furnishings,
cable televisions,
fax and
modem lines, sleeper sofas, 100 percent cotton Frette linens, spacious
bathrooms with Kohler fixtures and large soaking
tubs with
spa features, and much more. Guests can also dine at any of the resorts three
restaurants, including the oceanfront. Bonefish Folleys
Bar Grille. the resorts fine dining
restaurant featuring an innovative Bahamian-fusion menu. Located on the West End of Grand Bahama Island, Old Bahama Bay provides an ideal out-island experience with the convenience of Freeport only 26 miles away. For more information or to book the Ginn sur Mer Gourmet package, call 1-800-444-9469 or visit. Package is based upon space availability and is subject to change. Offer is not valid with any other packages or promotions and no refunds are available for unused features. The general package rate is valid for a three night, four day stay and a minimum three night stay is required. * * * * In early January, Ginn Resorts assumed operations of Old Bahama Bay at Ginn sur Mer. Ginn Resorts is currently developing Ginn sur Mer, a 2,000-acre resort community adjacent to Old Bahama Bay that will contain more than 4,400 condominium and hotel units, nearly 2,000 single family residential home sites, Signature
golf courses designed by Jack Nicklaus and Arnold Palmer, clubhouses, two large marinas, a private
airport, a Monte Carlo style-
casino, water and swim pavilions, a beach
club and a
spa. The $4.9 billion Ginn sur Mer development will serve as Ginn Resorts flagship Caribbean development. For more information on Old Bahama Bay please visit. Old Bahama Bay is a member of The Crown Collection an exclusive collection of 32 properties and it is also a member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World, an international brand representing over 300 of the most luxurious exclusive hotels and resorts. Editors Note: Print quality images can be downloaded from the Press
Room page of our website. Click on the Photo Library, type User ID-obb, Password-westend and select the photographs you desire.
Junior Suite 1 550 Sq ft.
Junior Suite 2 550 Sq ft.
Two Bedroom Suites1340 Sq ft. * * * * * * * * * * STARTING JANUARY 23rd, 2007 * * * * * * * * * * US citizens entering the Bahamas will be required to have a valid US Passport. Contact our Group Sales Department for group rates and hosting special events Seniors Rates available through our reservations
office, call 1-800-444-9469. Contact our
Wedding Department for group rates and more information. CHECK AVAILABILITY and BOOK ONLINE (In your own Language). Select your Language of Choice: *(If the dates you have checked say no availability, please inquire directly with the resort for last minute cancellations on 1-800-572-5711) Rates subject to change without advance notice. All Rates are subject to an additional 6% Government Tax, 6% Destination Levy and 8% Service Charge per
room per night, except for Packages. Rates in US Dollars. 5 night minimum over Christmas and New Year's holiday period. 3 night minimum stay over Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, and Thanksgiving holidays. Round-
trip airport transfers All Non motorized Water Sports Bicycle Rentals Fully Equipped
Fitness Center Maid Service Twice Daily
Wireless internet in
Suites. New York Times
facsimile Children's playground Board
Games Cable TV CD/DVD Library. Maximum 2 Adults and 2 Children (Extra persons: $50 each per day). Maximum 4 Adults and 2 Children (Extra persons: $50 each per day). Children under 12 years are free when sharing a
room with adults. Extra person (Over 12 yrs of age) in same
room: $50 per day. The Seniors rate of 20% off regular rates is available mid-week from Sunday through Thursday for guests over 60 years of age. Identification must be provided at check-in. Guests need only request the Seniors Rate when making their reservation. FAP (Full
Breakfast,
lunch and
Dinner) MAP (Full
Breakfast and
Dinner) Children under 12 at half price. Meal plan can be purchased for entire length of stay or for any portion thereof. Includes evening dining options at Aqua, Bonefish Folley's or select resort planned Themed Special Events
Celebrations dinner meal functions. Also Available at additional cost on site: Casual Fare
Restaurant, Bonefish Folley's. Beach
Pool Restaurant, Straw
Bar Grille. Fine Dining
Restaurant, Aqua
Restaurant.
Room Service Available from 7 AM to 10 PM. Boutique, logo and Sundries
Shop. Professional
Massage Therapists. Bone Fishing
Trips (Weather permitting). Deep Sea Fishing
Trips (Weather permitting).
Pool and Beach Beverage Service. Also Available at additional cost OFF site: Scuba Diving (Weather permitting). Eco
Tours (Weather permitting). Other Important Information: Proof of citizenship is when traveling to and from the Bahamas, Passport or a Birth Certificate with picture ID. All reservations will only be guaranteed and confirmed upon receipt of a 30% deposit. Cancellation Policy,Deposit will be forfeited if reservation is cancelled within 21 days of scheduled arrival. Except from July 15 - November 1, during which it is 7 days. Old Bahama Bay at Ginn sur Mer PAYMENT TRAVEL INFORMATION *Important Information* When traveling to and from The Bahamas: You must have PROOF OF CITIZENSHIP.; As of January 23rd, all US citizens are required to have a valid US Passport to travel to and from The Bahamas. Call the Bahamas Tourist
Office at 1-800-BAHAMAS or read about traveling to the Bahamas for more information.. Upon arrival on Grand Bahama Island:; You will be greeted at the
airport. Please exit the
airport and a
transfer driver will be holding a sign with your name on it. Old Bahama Bay at Ginn sur Mer's Payment Policy:; Reservations are confirmed only after the initial deposit of 30% per person is received.; The balance of the payment is due 45 days prior to arrival date.; Cancellation Policy: Deposit will be forfeited if reservation is cancelled within 21 days of scheduled arrival. Except from July 15 - November 1, during which it is 7 days. Copyrights © 2003 - Old Bahama Bay - All Rights Reserved Web Systems and Design by
Oceanview Jr.
Suite Welcome
Drink Round
Trip Airport Transfers Breakfast Daily
Room Tax and Service Use of Non Motorized Watersports Equipment. (If the dates you have checked say no availability, please inquire directly with the resort for last minute cancellations on 1-800-572-5711). Oceanview Jr.
Suite Round
Trip Airport Transfers Welcome
Cocktail 1 Hour
Massage Shopping excursion to Port Lucaya Marketplace Daily Government Taxes and Service Charges Use of Non Motorized Watersports Equipment. Oceanview Jr.
Suite Full
Breakfast and
Dinner Daily Round
Trip Airport Transfers Welcome
Cocktail Daily Governemnt Tax and Service charges One hour fishing excursion Use of Non Motorized Watersports Equipment.; Oceanview Jr.
Suite; Bottle of Champagne;
Breakfast and
Dinner Daily; Round
Trip Airport Transfers; One Hour
Massage; Welcome Amenity; Welcome
Cocktail; Daily Government Taxes and Service Charges; Use of non Motorized Watersports Equipment. Oceanview Jr.
Suite Breakfast and
Dinner Daily Private Dolphin Encounter for 2 or 1 hour
massage Complimentary
Babysitting for 4 hours Round
Trip Airport Transfers Welcome
Cocktail Daily Government Taxes and Service Charge Shopping Excursion Use of Non Motorized Watersports Equipment. for more information on group rates and special events. Old Bahama Bay at Ginn sur Mer PAYMENT TRAVEL INFORMATION *Important Information* Be sure to read this before your
trip. Thank you for your interest in Old Bahama Bay at Ginn sur Mer on Grand Bahama Island. We will do everything we can to be sure that you have a great vacation! But first, we have some important information that will make your
trip easier and more enjoyable. When traveling to and from The Bahamas: You must have PROOF OF CITIZENSHIP.; As of January 23rd, all US citizens are required to have a valid US Passport to travel to and from The Bahamas. Call the Bahamas Tourist
Office at 1-800-BAHAMAS or read about for more information. When leaving The Bahamas; Bahamas departure tax ($20.00 US) is collected at the
airport upon departure. Upon arrival on Grand Bahama Island:; You will be greeted at the
airport. Please exit the
airport and a
transfer driver will be holding a sign with your name on it. Old Bahama Bay at Ginn sur Mer's Payment Policy:; Reservations are confirmed only after the initial deposit of 30% per person is received.; The balance of the payment is due 45 days prior to arrival date.; Cancellation Policy: Deposit will be forfeited if reservation is cancelled within 21 days of scheduled arrival. Except from July 15 - November 1, during which it is 7 days.