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Boating
Boating in the Exuma Islands (or cays) can be as simple as running a Boston Whaler rental boat for the 5 minute ride from George Town to Chat N Chill on Stocking Island; or as adventurous as running a Bertram, Grady White, Glacier Bay, or Twin Vee on a 4 day odyssey to the Ragged Islands, Castle Island, and beyond. Everyone will agree that the cruising waters and protected strings of islands are some of the safest and most beautiful they have ever seen. |
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Fishing
Whether you like deep-sea fishing, reef fishing, bottom fishing, fly-fishing, or spear fishing; look no further than the Exumas. The Exuma flats are world-renowned for challenging bone fishing, and the 6,000-foot depths of the Exuma Sound typically bring in record numbers of Marlin, Tuna, Wahoo, Mahi-mahi, Swordfish, Grouper, and other spectacular species; as well as Spiny Lobster and Conch. There is a wide selection of charter boats, experienced charter boat captains, and bone fishing guides to choose from. |
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Shells
Sea beans from the Amazon, Japanese and Portuguese glass balls from the fishing fleets, large conch shells, sand dollars, sea biscuits, starfish, and rare sea glass are among some of the treasures that our guests have stumbled across in their beachcombing adventures on the beaches in front of the house. Hundreds of deserted beaches exist throughout the Exuma Cays, and they are all accessible by car or by small boat. Because the islands are virtually uninhabited, there is no telling what might have washed up within the last 24 hours. |
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Snorkeling
Snorkeling in the Exuma Islands (or Cays) is unlike anywhere else in the world. Crystal clear waters, protected bays, beaches, and hundreds of reefs provide for spectacular sight-seeing in an underwater world that is full of tropical marine life. Even first time snorkelers and boaters are amazed at how easily they become comfortable with the snorkeling experience. |
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Scuba Diving
Self contained underwater breathing apparatus (SCUBA) equipment and charter boats are available from Exuma Scuba. Rental boats are available from Minns Water Sports. Full and half day shelling and snorkeling adventures are available from Off Island Adventure Tours. Starfish Tours offers various kayaking and snorkeling adventures. Your concierge at Bougainvillea House will be pleased to make arrangements on your behalf. |
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Stocking Island
Stocking Island is one mile (2km) from George Town harbor and is served by regular ferries from Chat n Chill, Club Peace and Plenty, Palm Bay Beach Club, St Francis Resort, as well as water taxis, and rental boats from Minns Water Sports. The island is four miles (6km) long and features spectacular beaches, hiking trails, historical monuments, volleyball courts, a blue hole, dozens of secluded beaches, and snorkeling sites. It also features several beach bars and conch shacks, such as Chat n Chill who host a popular pig roast on Sundays, as well as Doralee's at the Peace and Plenty Beach. Lee Stocking Island is farther north and is the location for the Perry Institute for Marine Research. |
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Golf
The Four Seasons Golf Club at Emerald Bay is a championship, 18-hole course, designed by golf legend, Greg Norman. Set to become one of the world's greatest ocean-side clubs, the course uses an environmentally friendly seashore Paspalum grass, which offers a lush, deep green canopy. Nestled in a series of dramatic fairways that wind through seaside dunes, the course finishes on a rocky peninsula with a spectacular view of the ocean. Six signature holes hug the perimeter of Emerald Bay's scenic peninsula, providing unparalleled vistas along its turquoise waters. The Pro Shop is open from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm and tee times are offered from 7:00 am to 4:00 pm. Clubs and shoes are available for rent. Other courses are planned or under construction for the island. |
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Tennis
The Four Seasons Resort tennis facilities, which are managed by Peter Burwash International, offer six Hydro Har-Tru courts, which are all lit for night play. Har-Tru is a preferred clay-like surface that provides an exceptional playing experience. Equipment is available at the pro shop, where lessons can also be arranged with the tennis pro. The tennis pro offers a complete range of instructional programs, including private and semi-private lessons, weekly clinics, and vigorous drill sessions. These programs teach you how to become your own coach and stress practical techniques that provide immediate results. The courts are open from 7:00 am until 9:00 pm. |
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Spa
The Spa at the Four Seasons Resort is open to the public and offers 17 indoor treatment rooms and 2 outdoor treatment cabanas. The “Balinese Massage” is featured, and is performed by specially trained Malaysian masseuses that are brought in for this specific purpose. Ancient Asian rituals have been handed down for generations, and are not available anywhere else in the world. A secluded, tranquil garden peacefully anchors the Resort's wellness program. Homeopathic spa therapies, using natural salts extracted from local salt beds and indigenous herbs, flowers and oils, relax the body and activate its natural healing processes. The Spa is open from 8:00 am until 9:00 pm. |
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Fitness
The Fitness Club at the Four Seasons Resort offers a wide range of cardiovascular equipment, including Cybex stations, treadmills, elliptical cross trainers and free weights. All cardiovascular exercise stations are equipped with mounted personal television sets, and fitness attendants are on hand to assist. A variety of low and high impact aerobics classes are offered and jogging maps are available. The fitness center is open from 6:00 am until 9:00 pm. |
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Casinos
The Casino at Emerald Bay is located on the Four Seasons Resort grounds and provides exciting nightly entertainment in a sophisticated, yet casual environment; boasting 65 slot machines and 8 table games, including blackjack, craps and roulette. |
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Duty Free Shopping
The John Bull Duty Free store is located at the Four Seasons Resort and features leather, perfume, cosmetics, tobacco, jewellery, watches, and cameras; including David Yurman, Cartier, Tiffany, Mikimoto, Lagos, Bulgari, Hublot, Chanel, Givenchy, Yves Saint Laurent, Lancôme, Calvin Klein, Dooney & Bourke, Moschino, Kate Spade, Katherine Baumann, Paloma Picasso, and Rolex. |
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