"Tropic Beach Paradise" - Bahamas AI Art
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Showing posts with label Places. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Places. Show all posts
Friday, September 12, 2025
Wednesday, September 10, 2025
The Tyranny of Distance: Governing an Archipelago Nation
The Tyranny of Distance: Governing an Archipelago Nation
The geographical nature of a nation fundamentally shapes its political, economic, and social landscape. While a single land mass nation benefits from a centralized administration and interconnected infrastructure, an archipelago nation, such as The Bahamas, faces unique and profound challenges. The governance of a country comprised of numerous, geographically dispersed islands presents a "tyranny of distance," complicating everything from the provision of essential services to the enforcement of national security. This essay will explore the distinct challenges faced by an archipelago nation, with a specific focus on the Bahamian context, and will consider whether a decentralized, local government model or other viable options can help overcome these inherent obstacles.
Saturday, September 6, 2025
Friday, September 5, 2025
Bahamas Wallpapers
Thursday, September 4, 2025
Tropical Beach Paradise - Phone Wallpaper
Tropical Beach Paradise - Phone Wallpaper
Bahamas AI Art - ©A. Derek Catalano
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Tuesday, September 2, 2025
Monday, September 1, 2025
Sunday, August 31, 2025
The Benefits of Sitting by the Sea and Breathing in Salt Sea Air
"Pink Sands Beach, Harbour Island" - ©A. Derek Catalano
The Benefits of Sitting by the Sea and Breathing in Salt Sea Air
Sitting by the sea and breathing in the salt-rich air offers a variety of benefits for both your physical and mental well-being. This is a practice that has been recognized for centuries, and many of the reported benefits are supported by a growing body of scientific research.
Friday, August 29, 2025
Thursday, August 28, 2025
Tropic Dream - PC Desktop Wallpaper
Tuesday, August 26, 2025
Saturday, August 23, 2025
Tuesday, August 19, 2025
Vote for the CJ Bahamas Travel and Sustainability Awards 2025
"Nassau Port Action" - ©A. Derek Catalano
Vote for the CJ Bahamas Travel and Sustainability Awards 2025
The CJ Bahamas Travel and Sustainability Awards celebrate the people and places that make The Bahamas such an amazing destination. But it's not just about hospitality — it's about sustainability. From hotels to sustainable islands to bars, you can choose the winners of this year's awards.
Monday, August 18, 2025
Thursday, August 14, 2025
The Royal Victoria Hotel: Pioneer of Health Tourism in the Bahamas
A newspaper advertisement for the Royal Victoria Hotel, circa 1875.
The Royal Victoria Hotel: Pioneer of Health Tourism in the Bahamas
The Royal Victoria Hotel, a historic landmark in the heart of Nassau which opened in 1861, stands as a testament to the transformative power of tourism in The Bahamas. While now a relic of a bygone era, its role in the late 19th and early 20th centuries was pivotal, as it was strategically promoted not merely as a luxury destination but as a premier health resort. This extensive campaign, driven by prevailing medical philosophies and an understanding of the burgeoning leisure class, laid the groundwork for the modern tourism industry, even as the specific focus on health eventually gave way to recreational pursuits. The story of the Royal Victoria Hotel is therefore a microcosm of the evolution of Bahamian tourism, demonstrating its origins in a niche, therapeutic market.
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