The Bahamas Investor

...d from this kind of mentoring when studying under lawyers Colin Callender, Michael Scott and Lester Mortimer. The role of a mentor is to be a source of support and encouragement, according to Cartwright, who says the best mentors are those who show “personal curiosity, an open mind and a genuine desire to see that person improve or succeed.” Like Virgil, she believes sometimes the younger generation needs a well- timed “nudge” to get them on track......

...e & Jason Danyluk of Windsor, Ontario – Grand Bahama Island Nicole Vogel & Michael D’Aoust of Sherwood, Alberta – Abaco Kristen Cormier & Adam Morris of Burlington, Ontario – Grand Bahama Island Alycia Park & Ryan Yaremko of Stoney Creek, Ontario – Cat Island Dawn Saunders & Darryl Flowers of Pickering, Ontario – Eleuthera Katrine Martyn & Curtis Streeter of Pickering, Ontario – Nassau Tiffany Jones & Nabil Badre of Edmonton, Alberta – Abaco Debbi......

...t and capitalize on the views and spacious outdoor living areas of the residences. The design team also created a more private and intimate arrival, courtyard and pool deck experience for owners and guests. According to Michael Coyle, CEO of Replay Resorts, the sales success of One Ocean reinforces that there is significant real estate buyer interest for thoughtfully designed residences in the Bahamas, and particularly in Nassau.......

...s in London from September 1-4. Also in the meetings were Attorney General Allyson Maynard Gibson, Senior Advisor to the Prime Minister Sir Baltron Bethel, Minister of Tourism Obie Wilchecombe, Minister of Education, Science and Technology, Jerome Fitzgerald and Minister for Grand Bahama Dr. Michael Darville. Pictured: Prime Minister Perry Christie (centre) with Pierfrancesco Vago, Executive Chairman of Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) Cruises......

...inguo visited Grand Bahama recently, with the Minister for Grand Bahama Dr Michael Darville welcoming the diplomat to the nation’s second city, September 22, 2016. Ambassador Qinguo, accompanied by his wife Madam Zheng Chuncao, was on his first official visit to the island. In welcoming the Chinese Ambassador during a courtesy call at the Ministry for Grand Bahama, Darville pointed out that the governments of The Bahamas and the People’s Republic......

...the multi-award-winning founder and senior principal designer of LA-based Michael Hong Architects, it was a big task. The Korean-American designer had already built a reputation for solving complex requirements, whilst maintaining a fine balance between nature and architecture, through his work on projects such as The Gateway in Salt Lake City and the iconic Bellagio hotel in Las Vegas. Baha Mar, however, was an altogether different proposition a......

...a Sylvestre & Jason Danyluk of Windsor, Ontario – Nassau 5. Nicole Vogel & Michael D’Aoust of Sherwood, Alberta – Abaco 6. Kristen Cormier & Adam Morris of Burlington, Ontario – Nassau 7. Alycia Park & Ryan Yaremko of Stoney Creek, Ontario – Cat Island 8. Dawn Saunders & Darryl Flowers of Pickering, Ontario – Eleuthera 9. Katrine Martyn & Curtis Streeter of Pickering, Ontario – Nassau 10. Tiffany Jones & Nabil Badre of Edmonton, Alberta – Abaco 11......

...of a five-star, mixed-use project. According to Minister for Grand Bahama Michael Darville [pictured], the project will be phased over a seven-year period. The project is slated to include 56 hotel keys and 65 custom-built residences, along with a 7,000-square-foot, two-story spa and fitness center. Also coming on stream will be five eateries, including a full-service restaurant, a cooking school for guests and 2,500 square feet flexible space fo......

...ces of Todd Hill of DTJ Design Master Planners along with local architect, Michael Foster, who worked on the original EDAW City of Nassau Redevelopment Master Plans. The China State Construction Engineering is also the builder of the $3.5 billion Baha Mar mega resort. China State Construction Engineering Corporation signs the agreement for the purchase and redevelopment of the Nassau British Colonial Hilton Hotel and adjacent property at an offici......

...e Bahamas has dabbled in sports tourism since 2001, when retired NBA great Michael Jordan held his eponymous invitational golf tournament, at the One&Only Ocean Club. A premier charity event, the invitational drew celebrity golfers from the sports and entertainment industry for four days of competitive golf and exclusive events. Over the last couple of years it has been women’s golf that has taken centre stage on the Ocean Club’s Tom Weiskopf-desi......

...Doha, Qatar – Minister of Foreign Affairs Fred Mitchell and Minister for Grand Bahama Dr Michael Darville met with the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Qatar Mohammed Bin Abdullah Bin Mutib Al Rumaihi May 13, 2014. The three officials met at the Doha Economic Forum being held in Doha, the capital city of Qatar. The Bahamian government ministers are there discussing investment possibilities with the Qataris.......

Minister for Grand Bahama Dr Michael Darville officially welcomed to Grand Bahama Claudio Bisogniero, Non-Resident Ambassador of Italy to The Bahamas, February 20. Ambassador Bisogniero is based in Washington DC. He was accompanied during his visit to the Ministry of Grand Bahama by Emanuele Gariboldi, Italy’s Honorary Consul General in The Bahamas, who resides in Grand Bahama. The Bahamas and Italy established formal diplomatic relations in 1978......

...utlook conference was held at the Grand Lucayan Resort in Freeport. Attendees heard from Minister of Tourism Obie Wilchcombe, Minister for Grand Bahama Michael Darville and vice chairman of GBPA Sarah St George. cmorris@dupuch.com......

...ur Foulkes at Government House April 9, 2014. Minister for Grand Bahama Dr Michael Darville then officially welcomed the delegation to Grand Bahama April 10. On the trip to Freeport, Shark was accompanied by Ryan Pinder, Minister for Financial Services; Rhoda Jackson, ambassador and permanent representative of The Bahamas to the United Nations office and other international organizations in Geneva, Switzerland; June Young Lee, WTO legal advisor; a......

...y restaurants created with partner-chefs Jamie Oliver, Devin Alexander and Michael Schwartz. The Quantum Class spans 18 decks, encompass 167,800 gross registered tons, carry 4,180 guests at double occupancy and feature 2,090 staterooms. Royal Caribbean International is an award-winning global cruise brand with a 45-year legacy of innovation and introducing industry “firsts” never before seen at sea. The cruise line features an expansive and unmatc......