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I grew up in New Providence and wish visitors realized that the islands have more to offer than Nassau and Atlantis, the hotel on Paradise Island.

Tyrone Alexander Ash, age 71, was born February 16, 1951 into the family of the late Solomon Ash and Lillian Ash in Nassau, Bahamas. He began the tenth grade at Dania Sterling High School which later became known as Hollywood Hills High School. The school was composed of fifty African American students and three hundred fifty non-African American students. His memories and fervent spirit will live on through his wife and best friend of forty-six years Dr. Yvonne McClelland Ash, his daughters TaVonne Lailait Johnson and Yvette Monique Ash, and his son Alexander Xavier Ash; seven grandchildren: Tionna Johnson, Robert Johnson IV, Brianna Duplan, Jordyn Ash, London Ractor, Ryleigh Duplan, and L’Oreal Ash; eight siblings: Anthony Ash, Phillip Ash, Michael Ash, Christine Shipman, Timothy Ash, Angela Ash, Theodore Ash, and Douglas Ash; four sister-in-laws: Ann Ash, Carmen Ash, Debra Ash, and Nicole Ash; one brother-in-law Frank Shipman and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. And now, a final message…Ancestors Lessons“Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things” (Philippians 4:8)

The Government of The Bahamas announced that fully vaccinated travellers will no longer be required to submit to pre-travel COVID-19 testing to enter the country

Bahamian owned and operated commercial airline, Western Air made its first flight between Nassau and Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Spring break season is underway, and travelers seeking warmer days need look no further than The Islands of The Bahamas.

The Bahamas based Immediate Response Radio and Television Show of ZNS is making waves both locally and internationally.

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge visited The Bahamas from 24–26 March as part of their Royal Tour of the Caribbean.

The Government of The Bahamas has relaxed the after-arrival Covid-19 testing mandate, as a result of declining cases and protocol adjustments.

Comfort Suites Paradise Island continues to offer free COVID-19 Rapid Antigen testing to all guests returning to the United States.

A long time fixture in Nassau’s tourism sector, Sandals Royal Bahamian marked its grand reopening on Thursday, 27 January 2022

Bahamian Latia Duncombe appointed as Acting Director General, under the leadership of Deputy Prime Minister Chester Cooper.

“The Bahamas” candle was inspired by the destination’s warm temperatures, unique culture and idyllic white sand beaches.

The Honourable I. Chester Cooper, Deputy PM of The Bahamas with deepest sadness, mark the passing of a great Bahamian Sir Sidney L. Poitier.

An Asian film festival has awarded the 2022 Best Television Award to Bahamas-produced Goombay Kids, created by Stephanie Nihon

The Bahamas has suspended the mandatory RT-PCR testing requirement for vaccinated travellers, which was expected to take effect on 7 January

The Bahamas welcomes travellers to plan their next big adventure in 2022, with safety top of mind travel protocols in place

The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, Investments & Aviation is implementing new testing requirements for all persons entering The Bahamas.

Give the gift of a Bahamian escape this holiday season with world-class entertainment, attractions and can’t-miss vacation deals.

Tiger Woods doesn't have a lot of answers about his past or his future.

The release of The Associated Press women’s basketball poll will be delayed a day because of a Monday afternoon matchup between the top two teams.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reduced its travel advisory for The Bahamas from a Level 4 to a Level 3 destination.

[NASSAU, Bahamas] – The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, Investments & Aviation took home Gold in the “Destination Marketing Website” category during the 2021 Travel Weekly Magellan Awards for its newly relaunched website. “Travel Weekly is an influential provider of travel industry news, research and analysis, and to be recognized by esteemed industry experts is a great honour,” said Deputy Prime Minister The Honourable I. Chester Cooper, Bahamas Minister of Tourism, Investments & Aviation. “We are so proud to be acknowledged amongst the best in the industry.”Website HighlightsHighlights of the redesigned website, which is now available in six languages, include an “Itinerary Planner”. In addition, the revamped website offers new features and functionalities that make planning a vacation in The Bahamas fun, easy and informative. Each new feature on the website was meticulously designed to ensure that every person who visits the site leaves with a deeper understanding of our beautiful destination,” said Joy Jibrilu, Director General of Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, Investments & Aviation.

Virgin Voyages’ Scarlet Lady, a new luxury cruise, began its "inaugural" sailing season to the Caribbean, making its debut in The Bahamas

Bahamas Ministry of Tourism & Aviation is excited to add three new Crystal Cruises voyages to its growing roster of itineraries

With back-to-school season around the corner, it’s time to clock in that vacation time – and what better place than in The Bahamas?

As part of The Bahamas’ continued efforts to provide a safe and healthy island experience for everyone to enjoy, new testing requirements

Six passengers on Royal Caribbean International's Adventure of the Seas, which departed from Nassau Saturday, have tested positive for COVID-19.

In a 20-minute video rant, a passenger describes how she and her friend were kicked off a Royal Caribbean International cruise last week after she tested positive for COVID-19 on the second day — and she blames the cruise line for a mix up.

Crystal Cruises welcomed guests onboard the cruise line’s flagship Crystal Serenity for the inaugural Luxury Bahamas Escapes cruise.

Frontier Airlinesplans to begin service at Lynden Pindling International Airport (NAS) in the Bahamas with nonstop Miami flights in July 2021

[NASSAU, Bahamas] – The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism & Aviation is thrilled to welcome back longtime partner Royal Caribbean International. The cruise line announced today that Nassau will be the homeport for Adventure of the Seas, beginning this June. The Bahamas Government and Ministry of Tourism have worked closely with Royal Caribbean throughout the course of the COVID-19 pandemic. In anticipation of Royal Caribbean’s return to the islands, Bahamas Minister of Tourism & Aviation, the Hon. The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism looks forward to the successful return of cruise travel to The Bahamas this summer.

NASSAU, Bahamas – With Summer vacation right around the corner, there’s some promising news for cruise aficionados. According to a Tweet from Royal Caribbean, guests can sail on the Adventure of the Seas as soon as this June, for a 7-night vacation out of Nassau, Bahamas. We’re welcoming guests back on board Adventure of the Seas this June with 7-night getaways from Nassau, Bahamas. Learn more at: https://t.co/940MhHIreq pic.twitter.com/k0Me6eU4An — Royal Caribbean (@RoyalCaribbean) March 19, 2021Royal Caribbean’s web site states that all adult guests to sail on the ship must have had their COVID-19 vaccinations in order to sail. For more information on health and safety measures for Royal Caribbean, you can visit their web site.

With her new Bahamas Escapes cruises, Crystal Serenity becomes the first ship to homeport in The Bahamas. In attendance at today’s press conference announcing the new Bahamas Escapes cruises were Jack Anderson, Crystal’s interim president. “The new Bahamas Escapes cruises will allow travelers to enjoy luxury cruising now. The Bahamas Escapes cruises open for reservations on March 18, 2021. Crystal CruisesThe new Bahamas cruises will replace Crystal Serenity’s previously scheduled itineraries.

[NASSAU, Bahamas] – Atlantis Paradise Island, located in The Bahamas has a special promotion available exclusively for Florida residents in February 2021. Travelers who book the Florida Resident Promotion will receive an instant savings of $100 per night. Exclusive Florida Resident PromotionThe promotion is available for both The Cove, Atlantis’ luxury hotel and The Royal, which is the icon of Atlantis. This includes Atlantis Casino, Atlantis Marina, Mandara Spa, Ocean Club Golf Course, fine dining at Nobu, and Todd English’s Olives, and Crystal Court shops. Promotional DatesThe Florida Resident Promotion has a booking window of February 4 -18, 2021 for travel until March 31, 2022.

[NASSAU, Bahamas] – Bahamian born, International Motivational Speaker and Corporate Trainer, Spence Finlayson, recently created his Inspire Mentorship Program for Aspiring Speakers. Spence’s Inspire Mentorship Program is designed to help exceptional people achieve a level of public speaking. Finlayson appears on ZNS Radio weekdays with his motivational program Success is Your Birthright. The difference between our mentorship program and other public speaking mentorship programs is that we focus not just on the mechanics of public speaking. Inspire Mentorship Program is a 12 month program with participants meeting once per week.

[NASSAU, Bahamas] – The Islands of The Bahamas are kicking off the New Year with new hotel opening, continued re-openings and increased airlift from major international markets, giving travelers plenty of reasons to add the destination to their 2021 bucket lists. NEWSThe Bahamas Invites Santa to Defrost on Stocking Island ­– After a busy holiday season, The Bahamas has invited Santa to hang up his suit and hat and spend the next year defrosting on Stocking Island. Delta Airlines is operating daily flights between Atlanta, GA and North Eleuthera and Atlanta, GA and George Town, Exuma. American Airlines is also operating daily flights between Charlotte, NC and North Eleuthera and George Town, Exuma. 21% Off in 2021 at Atlantis – Atlantis Paradise Island is ensuring 2021 treats guests well and is offering 21% off when staying four nights or more through November 30, 2021.

Essential Workers Mr. and Mrs. Claus Kick off Their Boots and Unwind in The Bahamas After Stressful Year, Thanks to Complimentary BEATS Visas[NASSAU, Bahamas] – This year has been long and taxing for everyone — even the world’s jolliest. As a token of appreciation, The Bahamas invited Santa to hang up his suit and hat after the holidays and spend the next year defrosting on Stocking Island in the picturesque Exuma Cays. By gifting Santa and Mrs. Claus complimentary BEATS visas (Bahamas Extended Access Travel Stay), they are now able to unwind and experience The Bahamas’ most merry offerings until next Christmas. In The Bahamas, outdoor activities are aplenty, making the destination perfect for a safe, socially distant getaway. Travel entry requirements for the rest of Santa’s entourage and all other visitors can be found on Bahamas.com/travelupdates — including details specifically related to testing and obtaining The Bahamas Travel Health Visa.

The Bahamas’ Marketing Campaigns, Most Glamour Islands, Resorts and Dive Offerings Named Best in Travel[NASSAU, Bahamas] – Despite an unprecedented year, The Bahamas continues to position itself as a leading Caribbean travel destination and received top accolades from consumer, trade and niche vertical award shows. “We are thrilled to have The Bahamas recognized in so many awards, despite the difficult year our tourism industry faced,” said Ministry of Tourism Director General Joy Jibrilu. Travel + Leisure Awards Bahamian Islands in World Best Awards ­The Abacos, Harbour Island, The Exumas and Eleuthera were recognized in Travel + Leisure’s World Best Awards in the Top 25 Islands in the Caribbean, Bermuda, and The Bahamas category. Caribbean Journal’s Caribbean Travel Awards Recognizes The Bahamas in Three CategoriesIn Caribbean Journal’s 7th annual Caribbean Travel Awards, The Bahamas was awarded Innovative Destination of the Year for its continued flexibility throughout the pandemic and setting a standard for destination entry practices. The country was voted number one for Best Big Animals, placed in the top five for Best Overall Destination, Best Cave Diving, Best Snorkeling and Best Value and in the top ten for Best Wreck Diving, Best Wall Diving, Best Advanced Diving, Best Photography, Best Shore Diving, Best Macro Life and Best Health of Marine Life.

[NASSAU, Bahamas] – The Ministries of Foreign Affairs and Tourism of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas have taken note of the travel advisory issued by the U.S. Department of State on November 23, 2020. The Bahamas is among a large number of countries, including several Caribbean destinations, for which the CDC has issued a Level 4 Travel Health Notice specific to COVID-19 risk. A negative COVID-19 RT-PCR test and a Bahamas Travel Health Visa must be secured prior to travel, and upon entry all persons are required to undergo mandatory monitoring and testing where necessary. Of note, The Bahamas is not one individual island, but an archipelago with 16 islands available to welcome visitors. This means conditions and instances of the virus, as well as public health measures and restrictions, can vary by island.

The Islands of The Bahamas Recognized for Resorts, Dive Offerings and Still Rockin’ Campaign[Nassau, Bahamas] – As The Bahamas reopens its border, recent awards in top consumer, travel trade and niche vertical publications prove the island nation hasn’t missed a beat. From Condé Nast Traveler’s and Scuba Diving Magazine’s Readers Choice Awards to Travel Weekly’s Magellan Awards, The Islands of The Bahamas was recognized for its boutique and mega-resorts, animal encounters, dive offerings and marketing/advertising campaign. Travel Weekly’s Magellan Awards Recognizes The Bahamas’ Still Rockin’ Campaign –The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism & Aviation’s Still Rockin’ campaign was awarded the best destination advertising/marketing campaign. The Bahamas Awarded in Condé Nast Traveler’s 2020 Readers’ Choice Awards –Four Bahamian hotels were recognized by Condé Nast Traveler’s Readers’ Choice Awards. The country was voted number one for Best Big Animals, placed in the top five for Best Overall Destination, Best Cave Diving, Best Snorkeling and Best Value and in the top ten for Best Wreck Diving, Best Wall Diving, Best Advanced Diving, Best Photography, Best Shore Diving, Best Macro Life and Best Health of Marine Life.

The new protocols will require visitors, and returning citizens and residents to obtain a RT-PCR (swab) test no more than seven (7) days prior to their travel to The Bahamas . Children ten (10) and under and pilots and crew of commercial airlines, who remain overnight in The Bahamas, are exempt from obtaining the RT-PCR test. Bahamas Health Travel Visa : Once in possession of a negative COVID-19 RT-PCR test, all travelers will then be required to apply for a Bahamas Health Travel Visa at travel.gov.bs (click on the International Tab) where the required test must be uploaded. Upon ArrivalDay of Arrival (Day One): Rapid Test – All persons entering The Bahamas, at an approved Port of Entry, will receive a Rapid COVID-19 antigen test. Many hotel properties will provide relevant information on testing arrangements, while others will facilitate the required rapid test for their guests.

Last Sunday, Prime Minister Hubert Minnis said that beginning July 22, only international commercial flights and commercial vessels carrying passengers from Canada, the United Kingdom or the European Union were allowed to enter the Bahamas. But on Friday, there was a reversal, of sorts, of that decision making it possible for travelers from all countries to enter, even those from the United States. However, visitors from the States may want to plan a vacation longer than two weeks and have some extra cash on hand. Clause 26 of the Emergency Powers (COVID-19 Pandemic)(No. Visitors can arrive to Bahamas from U.S. on private charters or pleasure vessels without the 14 day quarantine requirement.

Effectively immediately, its national air carrier, Bahamasair, will cease all outgoing flights to the United States. Tourism officials announced the opening of its border to international visitors on July 1. To accommodate visitors scheduled to leave after Wednesday, July 22, outgoing commercial flights will be permitted, according to the prime minister. Private international flights and charters for Bahamians, residents and visitors will be permitted. Parts of the Bahamas still continue to feel suffered setbacks from Hurricane Dorian, which slammed into the northern Bahamas in September 2019.

Saint Lucia has won this award a record 11 times, with the most recent honor coming in 2019. Marigot Bay Resort Spa & Marina has been named Saint Lucias Leading Beach Resort 2020, Boucan by Hotel Chocolat Saint Lucias Leading Hotel 2020 and Hertz Car Rental Saint Lucias Leading Car Rental Company 2020. Sandals Grande St. Lucian Spa and Beach Resort was named in two categories, namely Saint Lucias Leading resort 2020 and Caribbeans Leading Honeymoon Resort 2020. Apart from winning the highly coveted award, Saint Lucia was also nominated in three other categories, namely Caribbeans Leading Cruise Destination 2020, Caribbeans Leading Destination 2020 and Caribbeans Leading Luxury Island Destination 2020. The Saint Lucia Tourism Authority (SLTA) remains resolute in its mandate to market Saint Lucia globally as the experiential destination of top choice and the island where the greatest love stories unfold and where romance is unsurpassed.

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Balearia Caribbean Resumes Regular Service to Grand Bahama Island Balearia Caribbean has resumed its regular sailing to Grand Bahama Island following Hurricane Dorian and increased services with an additional Saturday sailing. The fast ferry service will continue supporting relief efforts on The Abacos and Grand Bahama Island through its partnership with Reach Out Ministries. Balearia Caribbean has resumed its regular sailing to Grand Bahama Island following Hurricane Dorian and increased services with an additional Saturday sailing. The Bahamas Named the Worlds Leading Wedding Destination The Bahamas was named the Worlds Leading Wedding Destination at the 26 th annual World Travel Awards. The Bahamas Honored in Recommends 2019 Readers Choice Awards The Bahamas was named a favorite destination among travel advisors in Recommends 2019 Readers Choice Awards.

PEMBROKE PARK, Fla. - Two people were rescued Friday after a cargo plane that departed from South Florida crashed off the coast of the Bahamas, authorities said. There were two people on the plane when it went down just before 5 p.m., but both are safe. Rescue officials responded but found no debris in the water, meaning the plane didn't break up on impact. Investigators said during its approach to the landing strip, the plane crashed short of the runway. Preliminary reports show engine failure might have caused the plane to go down, but investigators will work to determine an official cause.

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. - The Humane Society of Broward County is trying to get the word out about dogs and cats rescued in the aftermath of Hurricane Dorian that are now available for adoption. Twenty-two animals were brought to the Humane Society of Broward County from the Bahamas after Dorian. The Humane Society of Broward County received seven dogs and 15 cats, and other shelters across the state took in the rest. The dogs and cats that were taken to Broward County have all been vaccinated and are ready to be adopted and taken to new homes. Those who are looking to adopt a new pet can visit the Humane Society of Broward County seven days a week from 10:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.To help support the organization's efforts text "save" to 86329.

Water, water everywhere. Public schools in undamaged areas, such as Nassau, re-opened Sept. 9, and some private schools across the islands reopened last week for the start of their school year. At least five private schools were among the first on Grand Bahama to reopen after the storm. On South Abaco, which escaped the worst of the hurricane, Moore's Island Public School and Crossing Rocks Primary School reopened. Henfield, the first-grade teacher, has no answer for frustrated parents who want to know when public schools on the island might reopen their doors.

Atlantis, Paradise Island the huge hotel, casino and water park complex adjacent to Nassau kept its flags at half staff out of respect for people killed by the storm, one of the strongest hurricanes on record. But the complex, which is more than 120 miles south of the storm-ravaged region of the country, is quickly emerging from a short-term decline in visitors who are getting over their reluctance to travel to the Bahamas, a spokesman said.

NOAA via CNN(CNN) - As Tropical Storm Humberto passed by the Bahamas before becoming a hurricane, residents recovering from Hurricane Dorian worried they would be pummeled again before being able to recover. Humberto resurfaced feelings of terror for Dorian survivors -- just two weeks after the Category 5 storm decimated much of Grand Bahamas and Abaco Islands. "I lift my brother ... lift him, literally lift him with my hands and the other friends bring him by the road," she said. Silien says she told the government about her mother, brother, and a cousin who all died during the storm. But government officials have said repeatedly that all Dorian victims will be treated equally when it comes to disaster relief.

CNN VideoMCLEAN'S TOWN, Bahamas - They scan social media, peer under rubble, or try to follow the smell of death in an attempt to find family and friends. They search amid alarming reports that 1,300 people remain listed as missing nearly two weeks after Hurricane Dorian hit the northern Bahamas. Bryan Norcross: System near Bahamas becomes Tropical Depression NineMeanwhile, a newly formed tropical depression headed toward the Bahamas and was expected to further drench the communities bashed by Dorian. "The disturbance will more than likely take a very similar path to Dorian," chief meteorologist Shavonne Moxey-Bonamy said. Meanwhile, the search for loved ones in Abaco, which Prime Minister Hubert Minnis said were mostly decimated by Dorian, continued with renewed urgency.

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. - Newly released rules and guidelines for Bahamians evacuating to the United States have left many residents confused and frustrated. Audrey Thompson Tynes and her daughter Tecori are trying to reach the U.S. but are having a tough time. Tynes and her daughter arrived at the airport in Nassau with all the documents Homeland Security listed in an attempt to clarify the confusion of a mass evacuation. The new, confusing request is in contrast to what the Customs and Border Protection Commissioner Mark Morgan said Monday. "If your life is in jeopardy in the Bahamas and you want to get to the United States, you're going to be allowed to come to the United States, whether you have travel documents or not," Morgan said.

Left homeless following Hurricane Dorian, tens of thousands of Bahamians are staying in shelters in Nassau. Copyright 2019 by WPLG Local10.com - All rights reserved.

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. - Newly released rules and guidelines for Bahamians evacuating to the United States have left many residents confused and frustrated. Audrey Thompson Tynes and her daughter Tecori are trying to reach the U.S. but are having a tough time. Tynes and her daughter arrived at the airport in Nassau with all the documents Homeland Security listed in an attempt to clarify the confusion of a mass evacuation. The new, confusing request is in contrast to what the Customs and Border Protection Commissioner Mark Morgan said Monday. "If your life is in jeopardy in the Bahamas and you want to get to the United States, you're going to be allowed to come to the United States, whether you have travel documents or not," Morgan said.

LOXAHATCHEE GROVES, Fla. - Big Dog Ranch Rescue in Loxahatchee Groves used a plane and a yacht to deliver supplies to the Bahamas and bring rescued dogs to South Florida following Hurricane Dorian. The organization said the vans then traveled to the Bahamas Humane Society where the rescued dogs were being cared for. The dogs received health certificates and had to clear customs before boarding the yacht and being taken to South Florida. According to Big Dog Ranch Rescue, it was necessary to bring the dogs to Florida as the Bahamas Humane Society needs more space as more dogs are being brought in. Big Dog Ranch Rescue has vowed to continue bringing dogs to Florida from the facility and to providing supplies to the Bahamas as needed.

OPA-LOCKA, Fla. - Barrington Irving is joining the effort to provide relief for the Bahamas in the aftermath of Hurricane Dorian. The first black pilot to fly solo around the world in 2007 left Tuesday morning from Miami-Opa-locka Executive Airport en route to Nassau with about 2,500 pounds of relief supplies. "To be quite honest, what pushed me to just want to help, it could have easily been South Florida," Irving told Local 10 News. Irving and Cumberbatch loaded the plane with water, fruit juice, adult diapers and first aid supplies. Irving said he's made so many trips to the Bahamas since the devastating hurricane that he's lost count.

The UK Ministry of Defence has released aerial images of the damage from Dorian on Great Abaco, in the Bahamas. FREEPORT, Bahamas - Nearly 5,000 residents have fled the Bahamas after a violent Category 5 storm ripped through their neighborhoods and left the islands in shambles. "I want to assure evacuees that as we start rebuilding their communities they will be returned home," Bahamas Prime Minister Hubert Minnis said Monday. What the ferry operator should have doneStephen Silvestri, acting port director for the CBP at Port Everglades, said that the evacuees were ordered off the boat by the ferry operator and not by any US government entity. Death toll expected to riseBy Monday, the death toll had risen to 50, the Royal Bahamas Commissioner of Police said.

Evacuated residents in the Bahamas are being brought to Nassau where they are processed, registered, fed and given a medical evaluation, but it's what happens next that is a challenge for the Bahamian... Copyright 2019 by WPLG Local10.com - All rights reserved.

Local 10 News' Christian De La Rosa reports in Nassau with the desperation and despair that many people are facing. Copyright 2019 by WPLG Local10.com - All rights reserved.

GREAT ABACO, BAHAMAS - SEPTEMBER 6: A girl smiles as she and her mother are evacuated by private boats at the Marsh Harbor Port in Hurricane Dorian devastated Grand Abaco Island on September 6, 2019 in the Bahamas. Many are being transported to North Eleuthera Island where they would later be moved to Nassau. (Photo by Jose Jimenez/Getty Images)Hide Caption

Local 10 News cameras were rolling overnight in Nassau as a U.S. Coast Guard search and rescue chopper arrived from Abaco. Copyright 2019 by WPLG Local10.com - All rights reserved.

MIAMI - Shipping company Betty K Agencies organized a donation drive this week for those affected by Hurricane Dorian in the Bahamas, as many of their employees and clients were born there. "Like I said, our headquarters is located in Nassau, Bahamas, and we see these people. We know them, so this is really just a different level of hurt that's hitting us, as well. The Miami River Commission is making sure the ships don't encounter any last-minute delays upon departure or arrival in the Bahamas. "These ships don't draw much water.

MIAMI - American Airlines is doing its part to help the Bahamas after the devastation caused by Hurricane Dorian. A Boeing 737 departed from Miami International Airport on Thursday morning to provide relief aid to employees who live in the Bahamas. The flight, packed full with 2,000 pounds of water, food, tarps and other relief supplies, was scheduled to arrive in Nassau, where the supplies would be taken by boat to Freeport and Marsh Harbour, where 37 American Airlines employees live and work. "This is such a fabulous team that we have in both locations," Jorge Ramirez, vice president for international operations for American Airlines, said. American Airlines made contact with almost all its employees in the Bahamas to make sure they're OK.

Local 10 News cameras were rolling overnight in Nassau as a U.S. Coast Guard search and rescue chopper arrived from Abaco. Copyright 2019 by WPLG Local10.com - All rights reserved.

Local 10 News cameras were rolling overnight in Nassau as a U.S. Coast Guard search and rescue chopper arrived from Abaco. Copyright 2019 by WPLG Local10.com - All rights reserved.

Volunteers receive relief supplies at the New Providence Community Center bound for devastated Abaco Island and Grand Bahamas survivors on Sept. 4, 2019, in Nassau, the Bahamas. (CNN) - Days after Hurricane Dorian inflicted "generational devastation" on islands in the Bahamas, foreign aid has arrived to support rescue efforts, feed the displaced and assess the damage that's being described in apocalyptic terms. The only international airport on the island of Grand Bahama was devastated and cannot serve as a staging ground for medical evacuations or emergency aid deliveries. Volunteers wade through the floodBefore foreign aid could reach the islands, local volunteers were on the scene and braving the harsh conditions to save others. Hotels on the Abaco and Grand Bahama islands are closed, the tourism ministry said.

(CNN) - Hurricane Dorian is the strongest storm ever to hit the Bahamas, and the country will struggle to get its tourism-based economy back on track for quite some time. Bahamas is the most tourism-dependent economy in the Caribbean and tourism accounts for 60% of the Bahamas' $9 billion economy. Newton expects the Abacos and Grand Bahama Island will be "offline for awhile." The airports on Grand Bahama and Marsh Harbour, Abaco are currently closed. Many homes and businesses are destroyed or heavily damaged and parts of Grand Bahama Island is underwater.

The U.S. Coast Guard responds to Hurricane Dorian aftermath Monday in Marsh Harbour, Great Abaco, Bahamas. MARSH HARBOUR, Bahamas - A U.S. Coast Guard helicopter evacuated 19 patients from a hospital in Andros Island to Nassau on Monday. The MH-60 Jayhawk helicopter flew from Coast Guard Air Station Clearwater to Marsh Harbour to pick up the patients. The Coast Guard crew took them to the nearby Lynden Pindling International Airport, formerly known as Nassau International Airport. The Coast Guard plans to continue helping Bahamian authorities at first light Tuesday."

The U.S. Coast Guard responds to Hurricane Dorian aftermath Monday in Marsh Harbour, Great Abaco, Bahamas. MARSH HARBOUR, Bahamas - A U.S. Coast Guard helicopter evacuated 19 patients from a hospital in Andros Island to Nassau on Monday. The MH-60 Jayhawk helicopter flew from Coast Guard Air Station Clearwater to Marsh Harbour to pick up the patients. The Coast Guard crew took them to the nearby Lynden Pindling International Airport, formerly known as Nassau International Airport. The Coast Guard plans to continue helping Bahamian authorities at first light Tuesday."

Google EarthMIAMI-DADE COUNTY, Fla. - Barry University will be closing Florida campuses on Friday ahead of Hurricane Dorian. According to Jeremy Jones, a spokesman for Barry University, one of the largest Catholic universities in the southeast territory, the campuses in Miami-Dade and Orange counties will close at 5 p.m. The closure affects the campus at 11300 NE 2nd Ave., in Miami Shores and the Dwayne O. Andreas School of Law at 6441 E. Colonial Drive, in Orlando. The campuses in Nassau and Freeport, Bahamas, remained closed on Thursday. Copyright 2019 by WPLG Local10.com - All rights reserved.

Google EarthMIAMI-DADE COUNTY, Fla. - Barry University will be closing Florida campuses on Friday ahead of Hurricane Dorian. According to Jeremy Jones, a spokesman for Barry University, one of the largest Catholic universities in the southeast territory, the campuses in Miami-Dade and Orange counties will close at 5 p.m. The closure affects the campus at 11300 NE 2nd Ave., in Miami Shores and the Dwayne O. Andreas School of Law at 6441 E. Colonial Drive, in Orlando. The campuses in Nassau and Freeport, Bahamas, remained closed on Thursday. Copyright 2019 by WPLG Local10.com - All rights reserved.

(CNN) - An American woman died after a shark attack in the Bahamas Wednesday, according to a spokesperson for the Royal Bahamas Police Force. Jordan Lindsay, 21, of Torrance, California, had been on a snorkeling expedition with her family near Rose Island, according to CNN affiliate WPLG. Around 2 p.m. she was attacked by three sharks, Deputy Commissioner Paul Rolle told the station. Her family saw the oncoming sharks and tried to warn her, but Lindsay did not hear them in time, he told the station. She was pulled from the water and taken to Doctor's Hospital in Nassau, where she was pronounced dead, Reserve Superintendent Ronnie Bannister told CNN.

JetBlue is offering summer deals on airfares starting at $94 each way. Book travel by Thursday, May 21 for a Tuesday or Wednesday departure from June 3 through Sept. 25 to some hot destinations. Fly one way from Fort Lauderdale to Nassau for $94, Washington for $99, $134 to Boston or San Juan each way. From Orlando, offers are $99 one way to Washington or Nassau, $124 each way to New York and $114 to Austin. Like Doreen's Deals on Facebook; follow Doreen Christensen on Twitter@PrettyGoodIdeas and sign up for Deals text alerts.