The Islands of the Bahamas extend over 500 miles with a population of approximately 300,000. The 700 islands, including uninhabited cays and large rocks, total an estimated land area of 5,382 sq miles, and register a highest land elevation of 206 ft. Most notable however, is each island’s own diversity that continues beyond its geography. The one thing you will find these islands have in common though, is Bahamian’s love for celebration and community. The 685 acres of Paradise Island are connected to the city of Nassau by two 600-foot bridges. The island includes: resorts, hotels, restaurants, shops, a golf course, an aquarium, and a casino. At this time, very few private residences exist on Paradise Island. Nassau, just 185 miles from Florida, is the home of the Bahamian national capital and has been preserved beautifully. Colonial mansions, cathedrals, and 18th-century fortresses are found here.



Driving In the Bahamas

When driving in The Bahamas, British road rules apply. Visitors may use their home driver’s license for up to three months and in addition may apply for an international driver’s license.



Permanent Residency in the Bahamas

The Bahamian Government provides Permanent Residency status to persons of good standing who demonstrate that they intend to reside in The Bahamas. In order to demonstrate this intention, a residential purchase contract price of $500,000 or more is necessary. New Horizons Group can help with the immigration procedure.



Owning a Piece of Paradise

Foreign nationals can buy up to 5 acres of residential land in the Bahamas without prior government approval as long as it’s registered in accordance with the International Persons Landholding Act. If the property is larger than 5 acres, a permit is required.

Your Money

Today this dynamic island nation is recognized throughout the world for its natural beauty and warm welcome that awaits international investment in this country.With economic, political and social conditions that provide a fertile business environment, The Bahamas is indeed a paradise for investment. There are a number of unique advantages including freedom from taxation, democratic stability and investment incentives, and an infrastructure that encourages, supports, and rewards international investment. Bahamian currency exchanges evenly with U.S. dollars and all proprietors accept either currency.


The Development

Sandyport, situated at the western end of Cable Beach, is now one of the foremost residential areas in New Providence. Sandyport has two ocean beaches and an internal lagoon with a lagoon beach. The residential sector, with now over one thousand persons in year-round residence in over 400 homes, is gated. There are some 110 further housing units being built by others on already sold lots in Phase Four. Upon the completion of Phase Five there will be over 600 homes in the Sandyport Marina Village.


The Attractions

In addition to the existing homes Sandyport already has seven general use swimming pools, six general use tennis courts, a children’s playground, Church, the Tambearly School at Sandyport, four restaurants, First Caribbean Bank, the walk in Clinic, Bally Gym, the Sandyport Beaches Resort and Hotel and twenty seven other shops and offices open. There is a petrol station for both cars and boats. Approval has just been received from the Government of the Bahamas for a sub-post office to be open in 2005.

Architecture

The village is of Bahamian-Colonial architecture with navigable canals and waterways to each house and full beach. There is a central lagoon and in its center is the Olde Towne at Sandyport –the shopping and dining infrastructure. Each home has a boat dock and many have a private core of the village covering twenty two acres open to residents and visitors alike.