About Bahamas

Geography played a crucial role in Bahamian history. In 1492, Christopher Columbus (the first European visitor) made his first landfall in the New World on the island of San Salvador in the eastern Bahamas (called Guanahani by the Lucayan Indians). After observing the shallow sea around the islands, he said "baja mar" (shallow water or sea), and effectively named the area The Bahamas, or The Islands of the Shallow Sea.

Since it was located close to Florida and well-travelled shipping channels, The Islands Of The Bahamas caught the attention of explorers, settlers, invaders and traders. These people shaped the colourful history of The Bahamas and made the country what it is today.

The Islands Of The Bahamas form a 100,000-sq-mile archipelago that extends over 500 miles of the clearest water in the world. Our 700 islands, including uninhabited cays and large rocks, total an estimated land area of 5,382 sq. miles, and register a highest land elevation of 206 ft. on Cat Island.

The Bahamas has the world's third longest barrier reef and about 14. 5% of the world's coral can be found in our waters. The islands are made entirely of calcium carbonate, which is mainly produced or precipitated by the organisms of coral reefs. There are no rivers in The Bahamas.

Most notable, however, is that each island has its own diversity that continues beyond geography, carrying through to the heart of The Bahamas, the Bahamian people. You'll find it in our heritage. In our culture. And in our humble pride. These are The Islands Of The Bahamas. Population: somewhere north of 305,000.

With 700 islands sprinkled out over 100,000 sq. miles of ocean, The Bahamas offers the largest assortment of vacation spots of any tropical destination. Islands are circled by cays (pronounced "keys"). Some cays are surrounded by uninhabited rocks. Which island or cay is right for your vacation? Well, you won't know until you know more about our 14 main islands that serve as hubs for the remaining 686 islands.

Old Bahamas Bay at Ginn sur Mer

Ginn Resorts has assumed management and operations at Old Bahamas Bay. Whether you're looking to visit the future Ginn sur Mer property or just looking for a premier Caribbean vacation spot, Old Bahamas Bay is available to accommodate you! Old Bahamas Bay is the ultimate getaway for tranquility, relaxation and pampered service. Combining Bahamian charm and luxury, Old Bahamas Bay at Ginn sur Mer features 73 spacious beachfront suites, a 72 slip port of entry marina, and a waterfront residential community. For activities, we offer massage services, fitness center and some of the region's - finest fishing, snorkeling and boating activities. Our 4,000 sq ft heated swimming pool contains an infinity edge lounging area with massage jets, perfect for overlooking the ocean. Located on the western-most tip of Grand Bahamas Island, the resort is just 56 miles from the Florida coast.

The Marina at Old Bahamas Bay at Ginn sur Mer,

Only 56 miles from Palm Beach, is a full-service marina destination with 72- slips featuring a controlling depth of 8 feet at mean low tide.

Our marina hours are from 8 am to 8 pm. Customers will be able to get fuel until 7pm. The Marina is only 56 miles from Palm Beach, is a full-service marina destination with 72- slips featuring a controlling depth of 8 feet at mean low tide.

One of the only night navigable nautical points of entry in the Bahamas, The Marina offers quick and efficient on-site Bahamian Customs and Immigration. The state-of-the-art facilities make Old Bahama Bay at Ginn sur Mer the ideal haven for transient and long-term marina guests.

Old Bahamas Bay Real Estate by Ginn sur Mer,

Consists of Oceanfront and Canal Homesites and Beachfront Condominiums all in the heart of a thriving resort community.