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Truly an island in the stream, Bimini Island is
perched at the edge of a sheer underwater cliff that
falls thousands
of feet into the blue abyss. The island is actually two
small islands – North and South Bimini connected
by a shallow flat. For Ernest Hemmingway it was ‘love
at first sight’ when he first docked his boat here
in the 1930s. Besides the awesome snorkeling, and game
fishing that Hemmingway enjoyed, visitors today can kayak
to the legendary ‘Fountain of Youth’ (a natural
spring amid the mangrove mud that pumps lithium and sulfur),
marvel in the extraordinary opportunity to interact with
wild Atlantic spotted dolphins that gather north of the
island and experience the mystical and calming Zen-like
effect of bathing in its fresh water sulfur spring pool
at the Healing Hole just east of Easter Cay or put the
Memory Ledge to the test of bringing back distant childhood
memories.
Be sure to reserve your place early at the island’s
leading lodge before packing those bags because space
is limited. Bimini Blue Water Resort is a twelve room
hotel
with a thirty-two slip marina. This independent property
offers regular rooms, suites and cottage style accommodations.
It is a perfect choice for families because it houses
a beach, fresh water pool and restaurant. Area activities
include sailing, boating, fishing, scuba diving. Enjoy
meal times at the Red Lion Pub and The Anchorage where
you can indulge a menu heavy on fresh seafood and Bahamian
favourites like cracked conch and boiled fish. Beyond
the
fishing, diving, kayaking, and the boisterous camaraderie
of sportsmen gathering at the marinas after a successful
day on the water, Bimini offers the quiet escape of empty
beaches for relaxation, private meditation, romantic
picnics, strolls and stargazing.
Deciding your tropical island vacation is about the exotic
beaches and the warm gin-clear water. Its about unspoiled
nature and real encounters with wildlife. Indeed, its about
the lively music, the authenticity of cuisine, the friendly
locals, and the amazing sunsets, but; more importantly
its about you! Come to Bimini and enjoy every aspect of
an island paradise with the flexibility of doing as little
or as much as you like when ever you like. |
