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Enjoy what to do, where to stay, dining, fishing, snorkeling, diving and general information on Bimini, The BahamasTRANSCRIPT
Bimini Sands Resort & Marina
Experience the Other Side of Bimini Bimini Sands offers the perfect combination of relaxa-tion and adventure to any vacation! Choose from our many guided eco-tours, including shark encounters, nature trail tours and more, or simply relax on our pris-tine beach. Sample fine dining while enjoying the sunset at our Bimini Twist Restaurant and then party into the evening at Mackey’s Sand Bar.
www.BiminiSands.com 1.242.347.3500
Welcome to BIMINI Hello Friends, Welcome to Beauti-ful Bimini!Hereonourislandweinviteyou to have an experience like noneother.Beautifulbluewatersawaityourevery above and underwater fancy.Breathtaking views and informativetours will amaze you. Moreover, thebeautiful, friendly people of Biminitakepleasureinbeingyourhost. Thank You For Joining Us!!!!!!!
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Scheduled FlightsBahamas Express .......................... 225-7931Western Air (SB) .......................... 347-4100Bimini Island Air (SB) ........... 954-938-8991Regional Air (Freeport) ............... 347-4115Continental Airlines ..................... 347-4122IBC Travel ....................................... 347-4200Island Air Charters ............... 954-359-9942
Bahamas Customs (AT) ..... 347-3100 (SB) ......................................... 347-3101Cat Cay ........................................... 347-5011
Banks / ATMsRoyal Bank of Canada (AT) ........................................ 347-3031Monday - Thursday • 9:30 a.m. – 3pm.Friday • 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
BEC (AT) ........................................ 347-3343BTC (AT) ....................................... 347-3311
Bus & Ferry ServiceTaxi Service from Airport to Alice Town1 way $5ATL Bus & Ferry Service
TSL Water Taxi & Bus Service ........................ VHF Ch.68Shan E’s Taxi ............................... VHF Ch.68
Cable Bahamas .............. 242 300-2200Mailboat - Sherece M ...... 242-393-1064Police (AT) .................................. 347-3144Post Office Alice Town ........... 347-3546Civil Aviation ................................. 347-4111Government Clinic (PB) ............. 347-2040Government Clinic (PB) ............. 347-2210
Tourist Office Ministry of TourismOffice Phone (242) 347-3529Booth Phone (242) 347-3528Fax (242) 347-3530 www.bahamas.com
Emergency NumbersLong Distance Operator ............................0Directory Assistance .............................. 916Weather .................................................... 915Time ........................................................... 917Fire Rescue ..........................347-3144 / 919Medical Air Services Association - MASANassau .................................... 242-393-5048Freeport ................................. 242-351-5122
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The Bahamas Ministry of TourismCharles Robins - Acting ManagerTel: (242) 347-3529 or (242) 347-3528www.bimini.bahamas.com
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BigGameClubBimini.com
Located in the heart of Alice Town, steps from Bimini’s powder white beach and mesmerizing blue green waters.
• 51 rooms, dockside cottages and one bedroom suites• 75 slip full service marina capable of accommodating center consoles to mega yachts• The Bimini Big Game Bar and Grill, offering great food and fun overlooking the marina• The Outfitter Shop, a retail experience featuring sportswear, supplies and gifts• Dive Bimini, with extraordinary diving from our 60’ glass bottom dive boat• Bonefish Bimini, offering top of class backcountry fishing opportunities• Sportfishing charters with Bahamas legend, Captain Billy Black aboard his 53’ Rybovich “El Viejo”
Come be a part of history, and make some of your own while you’re here!
THE BIG GAMEIS ON.The Big Game Club, a Guy Harvey Outpost Resort & Marina. Two legends. One legendary experience. Since 1947, the destination for discriminating mariners, water sport enthusiasts and adventure travelers. Now fully renovated and improved throughout, join Guy Harvey and his friends in a new chapter in the history of this famous club that would make Hemingway proud.
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Big Johns Hotel (AT)..........................347-3117 Rich with local flavor, Big John’s Conch Shell Bar employs many of the Compleat Angler’s familiar faces including the managers, bartenders and the band, The Hypnotics, who worked there for close to 20 years.Big Johns Conch Shell Bar is a casual lounge with an island atmosphere enhanced with plasma high-definition satellite television.
Bimini Big Game Club (SB) ..............347-3991 The Bimini Big Game Club. Guy Harvey. Two legends, together one legend-ary experience. Founded in the 1930’s as an elegant dinner club, and later in 1947 relocated to its current home and expanded. Now, after a multi-million dollar make-over, the Club is better than ever. With his artistic eye, & passionate pursuit of excellence, Guy Harvey & his Guy Harvey Outpost team have started a new chapter in the Club’s history that would make Hemingway proud.The 2010 summer season saw the reopening of the club to unprecedented press & guest acclaim.
Bimini Bay Resort & Casino (BB) ...............347-2900Amid serenity and exotic tranquility lies the beautiful island of Bimini. Just 48 nautical miles from South Florida, Bimini Bay Resort is the perfect tropical getaway for those with a passion for fishing or those who want to escape the everyday routine and experience the best of Mother Nature. Enjoy our upscale
suites fit for couples and families; relax at our infinity pool; spend a day at the spa; and take a dive in Bimini’s emerald clear waters. We offer special kids programs plus the use of our state-of-the-art entertainment center for the kids. These are just some of the fun activities the entire family will enjoy while at Bimini Bay Resort.
Bimini Blue Water Resort ................347-3166Bimini Sands Resort & Marina ......................................347-3500 Bimini Sands Resort & Marina is located on the island of Bimini in the Bahamas, just 50 miles from the US. The full service resort features luxury one and two bedroom con-dominiums and protected deepwater marina. Guests can participate in a range of profes-sionally guided activities such as snorkeling excursions, shark encounters, nature walks, boat tours, dolphin swims and more.
Ebbie’s Bonefish Club (BT) ..............347-2053Elllis Cottages ......................................347-2258Hemingville Condos ..........................554-4377Katt’s Kottages Beachside Rental (AT) ................347-3382The Jone’s Apartments ......................347-2444M&J Town Houses (AT) .....................347-3184 Trev Inn (BT) ......................................347-3452Sara’s Apartments (PB)......................347-2642Sea Crest Hotel & Marina ................347-3477Weech’s Bimini Docks & Apartments .....................347-3028
AttractionsNorth BiminiAnsil “Bonefish Ansil” Saunders(BT) ................................347-2178 or 359-8696Bimini Boat Building, Bailey Town, is the work-shop of local boat builder, Ansil Saunders, creator of “The Bimini Bonefisher”, a custom, handcrafted work of art.
Bimini Craft Centre (AT) ..................347-3529has 17 stalls offering authentically Bahamian products. Live entertainment will be high-lighted regularly in Centre.
Bimini Museum (AT) ...........................347-3038Built in 1921 as the Commissioner’s Office and jail, it was abandoned in 1974. In 1999, it was restored by Sir Michael and Lady Barbara Checkley and contains historical artifacts such as old cannon balls, photographs of Er-nest Hemmingway and artifacts from the old Rod & Gun Club. Today it is managed by Bar-bara & Michael Checkley.
Bimini Public Library - Located downstairs just north of the Museum, this library has a variety of literature available for public use.
Dolphin House ....................................347-3201Built and occupied by local author/historian Ashley Saunders. This popular attraction is part of a walking tour of Alice Town. Its unique structure offers guest quarters and a mini museum.
Bimini Memorial & Heroes Park Alice Town, BiminiIt features monuments in memory of the World War I and II veterans and the Chalk’s plane crash victims. There is also a section honouring Heroes who made a contribution to the local community.
South BiminiThe Bimini Biological Field Station “ Shark Lab” .........................Tel: 347-4538 or VHF 88A With their mission evenly divided between
education and research, the BBFS studies the role of sharks in a tropical marine envi-ronment, especially the Lemon Shark. Tours are offered daily. Please call in advance.
The Bimini Nature Trail, maintained and operated by Bimini Sands (347-3500), is a beautiful hiking trail that showcases Bi-mini’s plants and animals in their natural environment. The Bimini Boa and other animals are available for handling with guided tours. Both guided and self-guided tours are available.
The Fountain of Youth, a small well on the side of the road, believed to have been visited by Ponce de Leon in search of this mystical fountain in 1513.
Historical SitesBrother’s Peter Wall, also known as “Bul Peter Well”, is a natural rock well carved by Peter Russell, an ex-slave, to water crops on his farm.
East BiminiThe Healing Hole is a spring of freshwa-ter, with healing minerals, that percolates inside a saltwater mangrove swamp.
Sand Mounds, a 500 foot long, shark-shaped mound thought to be thousands of years old, rises 10 feet above water and is outlined by a sandy beach. Nearby is a rectangular-shaped mound, except for a projection at one end that looks like a fish-hook. Next to that are a cat-shaped mound with a wide open mouth and sev-eral other creature-shaped mounds rising above the mangroves.
Outlying CaysCat Cay, a private island just south of Gun Cay, has earned a reputation as a place for the rich and famous. For more information contact Cay Cay office at 347-3565
Ocean Cay is the site from which aragonite(pure limestone) is dredged from the ocean’s floor to produce cement, fertil-izers, glass and other products.
BeachesThe best of which is a quiet continuous stretch of sand known by its three sections, Radio Beach, Blister Beach and Spook Hill (next to a cemetery).Possibly the most secluded of all Bimini’s beached is South Bimini’s Shell Beach, stretching along the whole west side of the island. Plus beaautiful coral reef snorkeling just off the beach.
Cart / Scooter RentalsLe Ricks (AT) .................................. 553-9025Capt. Pat’s (AT) .............................. 347-3477Sue & Joy (BB) ........ 347-3115 or 347-6082Dolphin Golf Cart (AT) ............... 464-5704Surf Golf Cart Rental (AT) .......... 554-4450Small’s Golf Cart Rental (SB) ...... 347-4032KEEP LEFT! • Speed limit is 25 mphHELMETS ARE REQUIRED!
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Art GalleriesDolphin House (AT) .....................347-3201
Bait & TacklePorgy Bay Market (PB) .................347-2444Sue & Joy’s (AT) .............................347-3115Sue & Joy’s (BB) .............................347-6082
BakeryBarbara Hanna (AT) ......................347-3054Nathalie Thompson (BT) .............347-2104Nate Hanna (BT) ...........................347-2563Charlie Wilkinson (BT) ................347-2416Sybil Charlton (BT) .......................347-2592Taste of Heaven (AT)....................225-3244
Books & MagazinesDolphin House (AT) .....................347-3201Chic Store (AT) .............................347-3184Sue & Joy’s (AT) .............................347-3115Sue & Joy’s (BB) .............................347-6082
CigarsSue & Joy’s (AT) .............................347-3115Sue & Joy’s (BB) .............................347-6082
ClothingPorgy Bay Market (PB) .................347-2444Mall Mart (AT) ...............................347-3323Muck A Mucks (AT) ......................347-3098Chic Store (AT) .............................347-3184Guy Harvey Outfitter Storeat Bimini Big Game Club (AT) ....347-3391
Conch SaladFab’s Conch Salad (BT) ................347-2474Joe’s Conch Salad (BT) .................554-6183
Customs BrokerageBimini Customs Brokerage (AT) ........ 347-3273
Diving & Snorkeling GearSue & Joy’s (AT) .............................347-3115Sue & Joy’s (BB) .............................347-6082Neal Watson’s Dive Bimini Outfitter Store at Big Game Club ...............347-3391
Florists/ NurseryDun’s of Bimini (AT) .....................347-2093
Grocery Stores Jontra’s Grocery Supply (AT) .....347-3401Watson’s Supermarket (AT) .......347-3133Robert’s Grocery (AT) ................347-3251Toosie’s (BT) ...................................347-2537Inzey’s (BT) .....................................347-2656Melrose Grocery (BT) .................347-2520Rolle’s Supermarket (BT) ............347-2289Brown’s Food Supply (BT) ..........347-2305Porgy Bay Market (PB) .................347-2444Trev Inn Grocery Store (PB) ......347-2452Sherman’s Grocery Store (AT) ..347-3080
Hardware Stores/Home CentersKing Brown’s Hardware (BT) .....347-2620
LaundromatsCoin Laundromat ..........................347-3072Sparkle T’s .......................................347-2451
LiquorButler & Sands (AT) .....................347-3202Burn’s House Ltd. (AT) ................347-3112Sue & Joy’s (AT) .............................347-3115Sue & Joy’s (BB) .............................347-6082Bucanneer Wines & Spirits (SB) .347-4044
Marine StoresBimini General Store (AT) ..........347-3028Bimini Sands Ships Store ..............347-3500
Native Arts & Crafts Ashley Saunders (AT) ...................347-3201James Pinder (AT) .........................347-3402Bimini Craft Centre (AT) ............347-3529Open 8am - 8pm
Perfumes John Bull (BB) .................................347-2941
SouvenirsDun’s of Bimini Florist ...............347-2093Bimini Craft Centre (AT) ............347-3529Chic Store (AT) .............................347-3184Sue & Joy’s (AT) .............................347-3115Sue & Joy’s (BB) .............................347-6082Bimini Art Center .........................347-3322
DivingShark & Dolphin Encounters at the Big Game Club, A Guy Harvey Outpost Resort and Marina ........................ 347-3391Enjoy Shark and Dolphin encounter expe-rience onboard Bimini Blue Dive Boat
Diving OperatorsDive Operators with “Neal Watson’s Dive Bimini, A Guy Harvey Outpost Dive Cen-ter and the NEW 60’ Bimini Blue dive boat at the Big Game Club ...................347-3391Ask your diving Operators about these types of divesReefs - Victory Reef, Bimini RoadMoray AlleySharks - Bull RunWall - NodulesWrecks - Turtle Wreck
EcotourismBimini Sands Recreation & ActivitiesDepartment .................................... 347-3500Snorkeling excursions, Island Boat Tours, Shark Encounters, Kayaking, Bimini Nature Trails & More.
EntertainmentThere are a few spots on the island where you can go to enjoy the authentic, live rhythm of Bahamian music.Le’Sheriff Disco (AT)Club Meditation (BT)Bimini Big Game Bar & Grill ....... 347-3391Bimini Sands, Petite Conch.......... 347-3500Big Johns (AT) ................................ 347-3115The End of the World Sandbar (SB)www.the-end-of-the-world-bar.comThirsty Turtle (SB) ......................... 347-4444Mackey’s Sand Bar ......................... 347-3500
FishingBimini isknown as the fishing capital of the world. Almost 100 fishing world records have been set in the waters of Bimini.
Kiteboarding/Stand Up PaddleboardingBimini Kiteboarding Lessons Stand Up Paddleboarding & Kayaking Tours(SB) ...................................................473-4585
Paddleboard RentalsBimini Big Game Club .................. 347-3391
Bonefishing GuidesRaymond Pritchard ....................... 347-2269Ansil Saunders................................ 347-2696Ebbie David ............. 347-2053 or 359-8273 Tommy Sewell ................................ 347-3234Fred Rolle ....................................... 473-0580
Deep Sea GuidesMack Rolle ...................................... 347-2462Edward Stuart ................................ 347-2328Capt. Benjamin Francis ................. 347-2630Capt. Leo Levarity ......................... 347-2346Capt.Jerome Stuart ....................... 347-2081Capt.Alfred Sweeting.................... 347-3477Top Gun Charters Inc. ......... 305-361-8110
KayakingFor those of you who enjoy water activi-ties, kayaks are available for rent on the island. While kayaking, you can visit east Bi-mini, the location of the Healing Hole, and tour the flats of Bimini as well.Bimini Sands (SB) ............................347-3500Surf’s Kayaking (BB) .......................554-4450
Massage/YogaBimini Healing Arts (PB) .............. 347-2240Integrative Massage/YogaCraniosacral TherapyWild Dolphin Retreat [email protected]
C.C. Souvenirs ...............................347-2553Antoinette’s Fine Arts & Gifts (BT) .............473-3838Taylor Howard’s Friendly Tailoring (AT) ............347-3308
VarietyChic Store (AT) .............................347-3184Sue & Joy ................ 347-3115 or 347-6082N & N Variety.................................347-2562
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SnorkelingBimini Sands (SB) ........................... 347-3500Bimini Tours (PB) ...........................347-2240
Sunset Cruises / ExcursionsBimini Big Game Club .................. 347-3391Sunset Cruises and night time excursions on the glass bottom Bimini Blue Dive Boat at the Big Game Club, a Guy Harvey Out-post Resort and Dive Center
ToursThere are a few individuals that provide tours to the various historical sites and landmarks on Bimini. There are tours to the Fountain of Youth, tours to the Healing Hole, and also comprehensive island tours.WALKING TOURSA tour guided by a native historian captur-ing the history of Alice Town, Bimini. The Dolphin House is a popular attraction in-cluded in the walking tour. This is a master-piece of craftsmanship and artwork.GOLF CART TOURS To tour the entire island of North Bimini at your own leisure, rent a golf cart from one
of the local vendors. Golf carts are avail-able at hourly, daily, and weekly rates. Four seated as well as six seated carts are avail-able. Golf carts are also available for rent on South Bimini.
Bimini Tours (PB) ...........................347-2240Mangrove/Healing Hole Tours, Traditional Fishing, Guide Service, Customized Tours and Charters. [email protected]
Tour OperatorsATL Bus (SB)Ansil Saunders (AT) ......................347-2178Bimini Sands Recreational (SB) ..347-3500Surf Watersports (BB)..................554-4450Ebbie David (PB) ............................347-2053Tommy Sewell (AT) .......................347-3234Ashley Saunders (AT) ...................347-3201TSL Transportation (SB) ................. VHF 68Bimini Bus 1 (AT) ............................. VHF 68Jeff ’s Taxi Service (AT) ..................554-4749M & D Taxi Service (PB) ..............473-0233Scooper Taxi (BT)............................. VHF 68Shane’s Taxi (SB) ............................473-1837Strata Smith (PB) ...........................347-2240
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2011 EventsAPRIL25 Wesley Methodist Church Picnic Founded in 1858 by religious leader Clem Pin-der from Spanish Wells, much of the original building remains. Their annual picnic is a family affair with free food and games. Lady Barbara Weech-Checkley. 347-3038, AT26 Mt. Zion Missionary BaptistCathedral Easter PicnicAn annual event that features food and games and the only punch-board where ever pick has a prize. Elmeta Rolle, 347-2127, Church Grounds, BT
27-30Gateway High School InvitationalBasketball ChampionshipsCome and enjoy the competition between High School players from around The Islands of The Bahamas in this 3rd Annual event. Pastor Gilbert Rolle, Ph. (242) 347-2359 Bailey Town, Bimini
April 28-May 1 5th BWIF Women’s Fishing Tour-nament and Honours Ceremony This event is held to honor and recognize women in the community who have con-tributed to the fishing industry of Bimini for livelihood, relaxation or as a sport. This tournament is open to any woman who loves to fish. Renee Smith-Robins, Bimini Tourist Office, Ph. (242) 347-3529, Alice Town, Bimini
MAY24Holy Name Ladies AuxilaryCook-Out Food, games and music provide a family atmosphere at this fund-raiser. Antoinette Stuart 473-0396, Holy Name Church Grounds, Bimini
27-28 Art on The Island Locally made authentic Bahamian products, live music performances, Junkanoo and na-tive foods enables visitors and residents to experience two full days of Bahamian Art in its fullest sense. Antoinette Stuart Bimini Tourist Office, 47-3526 AT, Bimini
27-30 Memorial Day Weekend Activities The Hotel Properties on Bimini hold vari-ous activities for guests as the official start of the Boating Season Bimini Bay Resort 347-2900, Bimini Big Game 347-3391, Bi-mini Sands Resort, 347-3500, Bimini JUNEJune 2 - 5 and 23- 26 Bahamas Boating Fling Guided crossings to The Islands of The Ba-hamas. These annual crossings bring many repeat and first time visitors in flotillas of up to thirty boats.Richard Treco Plantation Tourism Office 326-9292
JULY8-15 & 22-29Junkanoo Summer FestivalLocal and other Bahamian musicians, are the highlight of activities that include Ba-hamian games, fashion shows, food and Junkanoo rush-outs. Bimini Tourist Office, 347-3529, Alice Town, Bimini
12nd Homeowners ReceptionAppreciation for those who make Bimini a second home. Featuring Bahamian food, art & craft and music. Bimini Tourist Office. 347-3529, AT, Bimini
1-4U.S. Independence ActivitiesThe Hotel Properties on Bimini hold ac-tivities at their properties that include fire-works. Bimini Sands provides free ferry/bus service for all residents who want to enjoy the fireworks display and Junkanoo Rush. Bimini Bay Resort, 347-2900Big Game Club, 347-3391Bimini Sands Resort, 347-3500
1038th Independence Celebrations The annual flag raising, ceremony, program, and police drill exercise and fireworks will mark the celebration of Bahamian Indepen-dence. Administrator’s Office, 347-3222 Alice TownBimini
July 21 - 24 and 27 - 31Bahamas Boating Fling (Extended)Guided crossings to The Islands of The Ba-hamas. These annual crossings bring many repeat and first time visitors in flotillas of up to thirty boats. Richard Treco, Plantation Tourism Office, Ph: (954) 326-9292
AUGUSTJuly 31 - August 5 61st Annual Native FishingTournamentShare ‘fish stories’ and reminisce about the past while fishing and mingling at the oldest Native Fishing Tournament in The Bahamas.Eleanor Spindler, 324-3359, AT, Bimini
1Holy Name Church Fair This major fundraiser is held annually and features local Bahamian dishes, games and music. Sir Michael Checkley, 347-3038, AT.
SEPTEMBER2-5 U.S. Labor Day Activities Resorts on the island hold special activities, including fireworks and Junkanoo Rush to entertain guest during what is the unofficial close of the boating season. Bimini Bay Re-sort, 347-2900 • Big Game Club 347-3391Bimini Sands Resort, 347-3500
OCTOBER31Halloween Hotel Properties host a variety of Trick or Treat & Costume Events for the children of the Island and Adults.
NOVEMBER24Thanksgiving DaySpecial discounts and dinner menus entice guests to spend this holiday at the island resorts. Bimini Bay Resort, Big Game ClubBimini Sands Resort
DECEMBER9 Christmas FestivalCaroling, Christmas decorations and tree lighting, live performances, food, arts & craft and Junkanoo all encourage the cele-bration of Christmas. Bimini Tourist Office, 347-3529, AT.
26 Annual Boxing Day Parade The Bahamian Christmas and year’s end are celebrated in this traditional parade with cowbells, goatskin drums and a col-orful costumes designed from cardboard and crepe paper. Bimini Tourist Office, 347-3529, AT
31Watch Night ServiceTraditional Church Service held to remem-ber. All Churches the year that’s leaving and to herald in the New Year.
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Location: 100,000 sq. miles stretching from Bimini in the north going southeast in the AtlanticOcean to Great InaguaCapital: NassauTime: Eastern TimePopulation: 329,500 peopleHistory: Discovered by Christopher Columbus in 1492 in San Salvador. The Bahamas became a crown colony of Britain in 1717. Slavery abolished in 1838. Gained Independence in 1973.Political System: StableJuly 10th 1973 (Independence Day). Government: Governor General, Prime Minister and a parliament rules The BahamasEconomy: Main Industry: Tourism, Second Industry: Offshore Banking.
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MATTHEW TOWN
Grand Bahama
Abaco
Spanish Wells
Harbour Island
Eleuthera
The Exumas
Cat Island
San Salvador
Rum Cay
Long Island
Crooked Island
Acklin’s Island
Great Inagua
Little Inagua
Mayaguana
Ragged Island
New Providence
Berry Islands
South BiminiInternational Airport
Nixon’s Harbour
Ferry Dock
The Fountainof Youth
Ferry to North Bimini
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Full Map of BiminiAbout BiminiPopulation: Approx.1,600Area: 9sqmilesDistance from Nassau:120milesWestofNassau
Airport Snack Bar (SB) ...............................................................B & L ...............................NoAnchorage Restaurant (AT) ...............347-3166 ..............................D ............................... YesBimini Bay (BB) .....................................347-2900 Sabor .................................................................................B, L & D ............................... Yes Aqua Grille .......................................................................... L & D ............................... YesBimini Sands (SB) ..................................347-3500 Petite Conch Restaurant .........347-3500 ..................B, L & D ............................... Yes Mackey’s Sand Bar ......................347-3500 .................B, L, & D ............................... Yes Bimini Twist Restaurant ............347-3500 ................................................................. Yes Island Sushi ..................................347-3500 ................................................................. YesBig Game Club Big Game Bar & Grill ................347-3391 ..................B, L & D ............................... YesCapt. Bob’s (AT)....................................347-3260 .......................B & L ...............................NoCJ’s Deli (AT) ........................................347-3295 ..................B, L & D ..................Cash OnlyEbbie’s Bonefish Club (BT) ................347-2053 ........... L & D (Bar) ...............................NoEdith’s Pizza (BT) ..................................347-2800 ......................L & D ...............................NoA Taste of Heaven (AT) .......................225-3244 .......................B & L ...............................NoJ & T’s Daily Manna (BT) ....................347-2555 .......................B & L ...............................NoLala’s Restaurant (AT) .........................347-3241 ..................B, L & D ...............................NoMiss B’s Kids (AT) ................................Radio Beach ....................L&D ...............................NoMy 3 Daughters (BT)...........................347-2119 ................................................................. NoSandra’s Rest. & Bar (BT)....................347-2336 ...............................L ...............................NoSara’s Takeout (BT) ..............................347-2642 .................B, L, & D ...............................NoSheri’s on the Beach (AT) ....................................................................L ..................Cash OnlyThe End of the World Sandbar (SB) www.the-end-of-the-world-bar.com Triple A’s Take Out (BT) .....................347-2224 ...............................L ..................Cash OnlyThirsty Turtle (SB) ................................347-4444 .......................B & L .................Cash Only Seaside Cafe (BT) .................................347-2303 ......................B & L ..................Cash OnlyChosen Delight (BT) ...........................347-2495 ......................L & D ...............................NoHoney Bun Take-Out (AT) .................473-3976 ...............................L ...............................No
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For delicious tastes of the islands... choose fromBahamian & American cuisine
Holy Name Catholic Church
Our Lady’s & St. Stephen’s Anglican
Dolphin House
Royal Bank of Canada
Wesley Methodist
Gateway Outreach Ministries
United Church of God
Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist
Bimini Clinic
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