This charming island town offers all the services and amenities that a visitor might need without the hectic pace. In George Town, you will find medical and dental clinics, a bank, beauty salon, diving and fishing outfitter, liquor and food stores, car and boat rentals, restaurants and bars, local straw markets and unique boutiques. A short walk up and down George Town's friendly streets is like taking a step back in time - back to a time when there was no traffic, no stop lights, no resort strips, no suburban shopping malls, no pollution and no tourist hoards. Back to a simpler time, when friends and neighbors greeted each other on the streets and took the time to stop, listen and lend a helping hand. Miles upon miles of unspoiled beaches, secluded coves, colonial settlements and sparkling azure waters will meet you here. One trip to Exuma and you will fall in love with the beauty, charm and peacefulness of this untouched, tropical gem.

RESORT FEATURES:

The Palm Bay Resort is a multi-phase resort development located on 300 acres of prime real estate, on the beach, one mile outside of the George Town Center.
Featuring 42 charming beachside cottages, and inland villas with exceptional panoramic views, 2 swimming pools, modern conference facilities and fully computerized business center (complete with reliable internet access) will allow you to keep in touch with your business when necessary so that you can truly relax and take advantage of the peace and serenity that our secluded resort affords.
The picturesque full service restaurant overlooks the pool (heated in the winter) and offers North American, European and Bahamian seafood specialties, while the bar offers tropical island drinks. The pool bar is open daily from 12.00noon until approximately 11.00pm. Friday and Saturday evenings the hotel arranges a barbecue and dance around the pool.

ROOM FEATURES:

Offering private beachfront cottages painted in fun Bahamian inspired colours, the Palm Bay Beach Club is the perfect island get-away. Choose from studio, one or two bedroom cottages with stunning ocean, garden or pool views. All units are decorated in a casual Caribbean style and feature designer furniture, king or queen size beds, kitchens, purified drinking water systems (reverse osmosis), whisper-quiet air conditioning, ceraminc tile flooring, fans, fully equipped kitchens with refrigerator, two-burner cook top stove, microwave, toaster, coffee maker, purified drinking water system, private covered porch, telephone/computer hook-up, Cable TV, iron/board, hairdryer, king or queen size beds, and pull out couches in all 1 & 2-bedroom cottages. The 2-bedroom has 1 1/2 bath. Studios can hold maximum 2 people. All others can hold 3 - 6 people.

ACTIVITIES:

Whether you love to sail, fish, dive, snorkel or just enjoy the use of the private beach, the Palm Bay Resort offers something for everyone. Sandy beaches and the island's largest freshwater pool on site, sea kayaks, paddle boats, rental hobie cats, spa facilities and massage services are available for the exclusive use of the guests.
The crystal clear waters of Great Exuma are the perfect place for snorkeling, diving, fishing or sailing adventures. Exuma is home to abundant marine life, coral reefs and beautiful underwater gardens. The waters around this island are a diver's paradise with breathtaking underwater sights including underwater caves and grottos. With a boat or yacht you can find hundreds of isolated islands and cays to visit.
Stocking Islandis located off the shore of George Town, Stocking Island is a natural hurricane barrier that is 4 miles long and 4 miles wide. Offering one of the finest white sand beaches in The Bahamas, Stocking Island is a great day trip destination.

HELPFUL HINTS:

Air transportation to George Town is provided from Nassau daily by Bahamasair and Sky Bahamas Airline and from Miami daily by American Eagle as well as by Lynx Air International four times weekly from Fort Lauderdale.

Guests can enjoy the following amenities free of charge:

• Welcome Cocktail at our Beach Bar
• Fresh Water Heated Pool
• Shuttle Bus to Georgetown
• Kayaks and Paddle Boat