One of Martin Luther King’s children visited the island of Bimini recently to witness the unveiling of two busts in his father’s honor. Watch an interview with Martin Luther King III here.

One of the most prestigious properties in the Bahamas has nothing to do with the beachfront villa, but everything to do with a great big hole.

Dean’s Blue Hole is one of the top 77 Natural Wonders of the World and it is up for sale with the asking price of $24million.

The hole is the deepest underwater hole known to man as it goes 633 feet below ground and has been the training ground for extreme divers.

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Minister of State for Investments Khaalis Rolle will travel to Los Angeles, California, January 21-24 where he will participate in the America’s Lodging and Investment Summit (ALIS) International Opportunities Showcase. About 1,800 attendees are expected at the annual national investment conference, which attracts investors, hedge fund managers, hotel operators, and financiers.

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NASSAU, Bahamas, Jan. 17, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — The islands of The Bahamas will promote the destination in a new multi-million dollar advertising campaign designed to showcase some of the islands’ most compelling features: turquoise water, stunning beaches, friendly people and the laid-back lifestyle that transports vacationers millions of miles from their everyday cares.

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This chart presents the long-term trend of the S&P 400 (mid-cap stocks). As the chart illustrates, the S&P 400 rallied from late 2002 into the mid-2007 and then gave most of that back during the financial crisis. However, the S&P 400 rebounded well by recouping all losses incurred during the financial crisis and making new record highs in a mere two years.

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The government is looking to begin discussions on what policies to implement once the Hawksbill Creek Agreement tax concessions in Grand Bahama come to an end in 2015. Watch a ZNS news report here.
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The Bahamas needs to improve its visibility if it is to become a world-renowed financial hub, according to chief executive officer of the Bahamas Financial Services Board (BFSB) Aliya Allen, who says a greater emphasis on marketing would help the sector compete internationally.

“The perception of The Bahamas is not as positive as the reputation on the ground,” she said referring to the Global Financial Centres Index (GFCI) produced by Z/Yen Group, which showed that, while The Bahamas ranked highly, the country’s reputation did not reflect this. “That is a question of visibility, a question of marketing and a question of perception.”

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PENNINGTON, NJ, Jan. 2013 /PRNewswire/ — Families kick off the new year by starting their vacation planning, according to Family Vacation Critic®, an online family travel planning guide, which reports that January is the peak month for family-vacation related searches. (Data gathered using Google Trends)

“We’re seeing parents researching their spring and summer breaks immediately after the holidays. In fact, the first day of January was a very popular day for family vacation planning,” says Lissa Poirot , editor of Family Vacation Critic. “With spring break just a few months away, it’s important to move quickly to secure accommodations, especially if you’re looking for a family room or suite, as these are often the first to be booked.”

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After 40 years in the tourism industry, veteran hotelier J Barrie Farrington bid farewell to an industry that he had a hand in establishing as a regional powerhouse. Watch an interview with Farrington here.
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SEATTLE, Jan. 16, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — Holland America Line recently completed the addition of the line’s casual Italian restaurant Canaletto and transformed the Lido Terrace into an enclosed Wintergarden aboard ms Prinsendam. Named for the famous 18th-century Venetian artist, the award-winning Canaletto is located in the Wintergarden, which is adjacent to the Lido dining area. The restaurant serves classic Italian fare with tableside service for dinner only, and reservations are encouraged. With the addition of the eatery to Prinsendam, Canaletto is now on all 15 ships in the Holland America Line fleet.

“We continue to invest in our fleet and the onboard experience to offer the best premium cruise experience,” said Richard Meadows , executive vice president, marketing, sales and guest programs. “Prinsendam has one of our most loyal followings, so the new Wintergarden and popular Canaletto will certainly be appreciated by our guests.”

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