Most of us have been to aquariums. Perhaps you have even come up close and personal with a dolphin or sea lion in captivity. But nothing can compare with the wild, aquatic adventures awaiting you in Exuma. Exotic and pristine, Exuma’s living aquarium is yours to discover. From deep-sea fishing to snorkeling, there is no […]

Golf enthusiasts are in luck: bright-green fairways and bejeweled blue seas await you, delivering picture-perfect backdrops and world-class holes. The secret is out among the sport’s most elite players and course architects. Greg Norman and Jack Nicklaus are just two of the golfing legends with signature courses carved into this archipelago’s landscape. Tiger Woods also […]

As if the idea of swimming with dolphins or stingrays isn’t exciting enough, the Bahamas is also home to a population of swimming pigs. They are found specifically on Big Major Cay (also known as Pig Beach and Pig Island) and have taken over the island, so much so that it is now uninhabited by […]

Boating – it is the one activity no Bahamian can live without. Every weekend, hundreds of local residents flock to their vessels to explore neighboring islands and cays. As a visitor, you can also enjoy this beloved pastime. If you don’t have your own vessel, or want to leave it at home, every island offers […]

The Bahamas is home to some of the finest deep-sea diving in the world. Beginner and advanced divers will be greeted with colorful coral reefs, spooky shipwrecks, teeming marine life and other incredible sights in the depths of the Caribbean. The Bahamas has long been known as one of the top diving destinations in the […]

Villa ownership at Grand Isle Resort & Spa just got better! Joining the Hotel Rental Program now gives access to our second home reciprocity programs. Your villa opens the door to dozens of luxury destinations all over the world. We are constantly growing our connections with new premier destinations, allowing you to always enjoy new […]

David McLaughlin, organizer of Bahamas Speed Week Revival, said it best: millions of people travel to Nassau each year, but few understand the beauty of the surrounding islands. Last month, an alliance between Bahamas Speed Week (December 3rd to December 8th) and the Grand Isle Resort & Spa tried to change just that. Speed Week, […]

Lounging by the infinity pool, or hitting our mile-long beach, is without a doubt in your future if you are staying any length of time at the Grand Isle Resort & Spa. Residents and guests should keep in mind, however, that even the good life takes a toll. The sun’s UV rays can be damaging […]

For those without a boat, or for those seeking a more serene excursion, kayaking is an ideal way to get off the beach and experience the Exumas. The warm waters around Great Exuma are usually calm and clear, making it easy to spot plenty of marine life on a relaxing kayaking expedition. Kayaking is an […]

To say that Grand Isle Resort & Spa has a “golden” opportunity is perhaps an understatement. From February 9th until February 23rd, the resort will be home to a sparkling trove of Olympic medals, courtesy of two separate delegations of elite athletes from Canada. The event, dubbed Sochi Under the Sun, is in partnership with […]