Coldwell Banker Islands Blog

The Makos Swim Club, the first swim club in the Virgin Islands, is proud of its many accomplishments, the most recent being its attendance and outstanding performance at the St. Thomas Stingrays Invitational.
This has all been made possible by David O’Neal and the Management of the Prospect Reef Resort where the team trains. The coaches and athletes are dedicated to hard work and they want to leave a mark for the Virgin Islands in the sport of competitive swimming.
During its most recent competition on June 3-5, 2011 in the St. Thomas Stingrays Invitational, the Makos did just that, they left an imposing mark. The competition included the Makos of the Virgin Islands, the Stingrays of the United States Virgin Islands and the Blue Finns of Georgia USA.
The Makos four senior swimmers displayed great talent and amassed 25 medals after competing in 28 events. Initially only 4 athletes were taken to compete, but three novice swimmers (Dimorii Maduro, Shamoy Todman, and Gregory Nelson II) who came along in support of the team decided they too wanted to compete having less than 2 months of competitive training under their belts.
With other Makos swimmers, family and friends there to support, the event definitely was a success not only for the swimmers, the coaches and the Makos Swim Club, but for the VIRGIN ISLANDS.
The Makos Swim Club greatly appreciates the contributions of The Prospect Reef Resort, Verne Wheatley, Myron Walwyn, The Virgin Gorda Charitable Company, and the Makos Swim Club family.

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At Great Exuma in the southern Bahamas, the sea flows into the most brilliant shades of turquoise and the white sand beaches are extra powdery.
So imagine waking up every morning to your own 358-foot beach, kissed by the shimmering seas of Exuma and bathed in golden sunshine.
Add to that the timeless elegance of a 3,280 sq. ft.

Exuma home

that blends modern luxury with island living ^ from granite counters, Jacuzzi, cable and internet to lazy covered verandas with sweeping sea views.
Top it off with Location - just three miles from Sandals flagship Emerald Bay resort and four miles from Exuma International Airport.
From Jacques Cousteau to Johnny Depp, Exuma’s been a favorite playground and second home spot for some of the most well-known celebrities in the world.

The Westin Resort & Casino, Aruba continues to be an island leader in destination wedding events. The recent Cohen-Gazal wedding demonstrated how the dynamic Westin team continues to raise the bar and maintain a loyal clientèle. In 2003, the Cohen family travelled to Aruba from Panama to celebrate their daughter’s wedding. They were so pleased with the service of the Westin and the beautiful island of Aruba, that last week they returned to celebrate daughter Jenny’s wedding to Joseph “Yosy” Gazal.
Destination weddings require excellent long distant communication with the family to coordinate the various events, as well as accommodate the needs of all guests travelling to the island. Where the Westin event, banquet, and culinary teams excel, is catering to specific cultural and religious traditions and desires of the bride and groom’s families. The Cohen-Gazal affair required strictly kosher food, so Westin arranged for two kosher chefs from Exquisite Caterers to be flown in from New York to work with the Westin’s culinary team to create menus for all the events that were both gourmet and kosher. The Cohen-Gazal wedding is just one of many produced by the Westin, who tailors all events to suit the specific needs, cultures, and tastes of each bride and groom. From simple, intimate and tasteful to glamorous and extravagant, every bride and groom and every event is made to feel unique and special.
Almost 300 guests flew to Aruba to enjoy a long weekend of wedding festivities. This began on Friday evening with the Shabbat dinner, held under the alfresco grand tent setting at the resort’s Sea Breeze Terrace. A Shabbat luncheon was held on Saturday afternoon in the resort’s elegant ballroom. Sunday marked the big day, where a sunset beach wedding was held, followed by a cocktail reception with a chic toes-in-the-sand lounge set-up where guests relaxed and toasted to the bride and groom. Guests were then ushered to the resort’s Grand Caribbean Ballroom for a lavish dinner, followed by dancing until the early hours.

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The Regent Grand hotel features 300 feet of beach-front on Grace Bay Beach, Turks and Caicos Islands. Beach front suites offer private terrances and unobstructed views; pool and garden suites overlook lush tropical landscaping and the signature Regent Grand infinity-edge pool.

Available as a one or two bedroom beach-front suite, this vacation rental property features an open plan living/dining/kitchen area and a large patio overlooking Grace Bay.

Rental rates begin at $670/night for a one bedroom rental (second bedroom is locked-off). For details on this rental property please click here.

One bite and we were hooked.
Our front desk manager, Cindi Scavella, makes the most delicious rum cakes we’ve ever tasted.
Bahamas home owners love to entertain, but who has time to make home-made desserts? Cindi, the mother of two young children, loves to bake and finds the time.
Her delicious cake creations get rave reviews, time after time.
She does regular rum cake, guava rum cake and chocolate rum cake. Oh, and pina colada cake. Laced with rum, they are honestly the most moist, delicious cakes we’ve ever tasted. Even those of us who don’t have a sweet tooth can’t wait to hit the kitchen if we know Cindi’s brought a cake to work.
The regular and chocolate cakes are loaded with nuts and kissed with cherries. And the guava and pina colada are just wonderful. Cindi also does unleaded guava and pina colada cakes.
Cindi makes entertaining in our homes here in the Bahamas a lot easier.
If you want to try one of her cakes, shoot her an email at cindibowe@hotmail.com</

Thanks to the efforts of M. Yves Micheli, permanent resident of Providenciales, the Turks & Caicos National Museum is pleased to announce the receipt of a $40,000 grant from Fondation AGENA, Lichtenstein, for the Capital Campaign in support of the building of a new museum campus in the Village at Grace Bay, Providenciales.

The Museum is acquiring 2.6 acres of property in the Village for the new museum facility as well as for an outdoor exhibit area. A ground-breaking is scheduled for November 23, 2011, which will mark the Museum’s 20th anniversary.

Mr. Kenrick Walters of Bordier International Bank and Trust represented M. Micheli for the formal presentation of the check. On hand to receive the donation were Mr. Stan Hartling, Trustee of the Museum and Mr. Jeff Lee, JAL Consultants, architect for the new building and member of the Museum’s Development Committee.

Fondation AGENA was presented an artist rendition by Messer’s Hartling and Lee. Kenrick Walters of Bordier Bank (TCI) Ltd. accepted the artist sketch on behalf of the foundation.

Article courtesy of Coldwell Banker Real Estate Turks & Caicos

Seven local bands are set to take the stage on Saturday, June 25th in Turtle Cove Marina where Islandcom Wireless is celebrating their One Year Anniversary with a Battle of the Bands! Islandcom is bringing their first year to a close in true Islandcom fashion – focusing on the TCI community by spotlighting local musical talent and raising funds for two deserving causes – The Provo Children’s Home and Ona Glinton Primary School.

Admission to the event is free! Turtle Cove will be open to fans from 4pm with the first band taking the stage at 5:00pm. Don’t be late! You don’t want to miss the chance to cheer for your favourite bands.

The Battle of the Bands will offer more than just entertainment for your ears. Treat your taste buds to a great mix of food including Mexican treats from newly re-opened Hey Jose, grilled delights from Caicos Catering, and your favourite local dishes from Hole in the Wall and Karen Higgs. Bars will also be set up serving an assortment of soft drinks, beer, wine and liquor.

Music will continue throughout the evening with DJ Liquafox and DJ Phantom keeping you entertained between sets. Glow glasses, necklaces and bracelets will be available as well as official Islandcom Battle of the Bands T-Shirts.

Islandcom will also be giving out prizes and giveaways throughout the night!

To see a list of the bands and see the prizes and details please read the full article - click here!!

Coldwell Banker Real Estate Turks and Caicos

Conde Nast Johansens, the international luxury travel guide publisher, has endorsed The West Bay Club in Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands as a “Recommended Property” in the Recommended Hotels, Inns, Resorts & Spas 2011–The Americas, Atlantic, Caribbean & Pacific.

The Conde Nast Johansens Guides are published for discerning travelers who seek top quality facilities and services. They are the most comprehensive illustrated reference guides to independently owned hotels, inns, resorts, spas and conference facilities throughout the Americas, Great Britain and Europe, and the only guide books to carry the prestigious and widely-recognized Conde Nast seal of approval.

“We are excited to have The West Bay Club included in the 2011 portfolio. Conde Nast Johansens’ inspectors visit many high-end properties and select only those that meet their rigorous criteria,” said Dane Underwood, Managing Director of The West Bay Club. Added Underwood, “We are pleased to be in the company of prestigious hotels like the Fisher Island Club in Miami, The Landings and Jade Mountain in St. Lucia, and Half Moon in Jamaica.”

Recommendations are selected for their individual charm, character and superior service, and only properties that meet the exacting requirements are included in the Guide. Conde Nast Johansens inspects each recommendation annually to ensure that it maintains high standards, and awards each included property the “Conde Nast Johansens Mark of Excellence” wall plaque as a sign of approval. The plaque is a guarantee of exceptional accommodations and serves as a valued endorsement for the world’s most discerning travelers.

About The West Bay Club - Anchored on the peaceful, western end of the Turks and Caicos’ most famous attraction, Grace Bay Beach, The West Bay Club features large, luxuriously-appointed ocean-front suites with spacious living areas, full kitchens or kitchenettes and outdoor terraces to enjoy the direct ocean views and cooling breezes. The West Bay Club offers a range of amenities, including a poolside restaurant and bar serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, free use of the Hobie Cat and other non-motorized water sports, a well-equipped fitness center, complimentary wireless Internet throughout the resort, a manager’s reception on Wednesday evenings and a kitchen stock-up service prior to guests’ arrival to name a few.

The West Bay Club suite types include one, two and three-bedroom penthouses with breathtaking views of the famous white sands and aquamarine waters of Turks and Caicos. The family-friendly resort is ideal for any type of island getaway, including group events, weddings, honeymoons and corporate outings.

For more information on The West Bay Club click here.

Article reprinted, 2011 PR/Newswire The West Bay Club.

Yes, this place does exist and no, the colours in the picture haven’t been enhanced.
Welcome to Exuma, home of some of the most exquisite real estate in the Bahamas, or for that matter, the world.

Exuma’s one of our favourite places of all time. It’s where we go to chill, play and re-charge our batteries.

This photograph shows the beach at the beautiful Sandals Emerald Bay Resort. There are second homes and second home sites available nearby.

So, what are you doing this weekend?

Maybe you should check out the Emerald Bay special
vacation package that offers savings of up to 65 percent at Sandals new flagship resort.

Have a good weekend!

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It marries the best of Asian design with the brilliant beauty of the Bahamas.
Allure showcases fantastic views of Nassau Harbor and includes prized dockage for a 115-foot yacht.
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