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GETTING HERESan Salvador International Airport .......331-2125
BY AIR - DomesticBahamasairFlorida ..........................(800) 222-4262Nassau ........................(242) 377-5505San Salvador .......................... 331-2920
Cat Island Air ......................... 331-2777
BY AIR - InternationalCANJET out of CanadaXL - out of ParisSpirit - out of Fort Lauderdale FL
MAIL BOAT SERVICE M/V Lady FrancisTel (242) 331-2125 (242) 331-2651Service to Cockburn Town,San Salvador & Rum CayDeparts Nassau: TuesdayTime of Departure: 6 p.m.Day / Time of Return: FridayFrequency: Once a weekSailing Time: 12 hours Fare: $40.00
TAXI SERVICEFernander Tours....................427-8198Nat Walker’s Island Adventures .........................331-2111
Sen. Hon. Vincent Vanderpool-Wallace, C.B.E.Minister of Tourism and Aviation
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If you need assistance call the Administrators Office at 331-2202 or Clifford Fernander 427-8198AREA CODE - 242
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Dear Friend:Welcome to beautiful San Salvador, often called the Land of Dis-covery since it was the first landfall of Christopher Columbus on this side of the world during his historic voyage in 1492.In fact, Co-lumbus met the Arawak people here. They had long before discov-ered the splendor of this island. Although San Salvador is the first point of contact between Europe and the Americas, it has gone un-spoiled for more than five centuries.Since the days of the Arawaks and the Columbus-era Europeans, visitors have been frequenting San Salvador to soak up its natural treasures. Pristine beaches stretch for miles and miles, only giving way to pockets of surf that is a special treat for the adventurous. Meanwhile, warm sun rays flood the shores of San Salvador to allow you to enjoy sunbathing, touring or relaxed sightseeing.We are so pleased to share these at-tributes of San Salvador with you, and we hope they will whet your appetite to return for more in the near future.
A MESSAGE FROM THEMINISTER OF TOURISM & AVIATION
Welcometo San Salvador
ADMINISTRATION OFFICES:Cocokburn Town ......................331-2202Direct Council ..........................331-2901
POLICE STATIONS: ... 331-2010BAHAMAS CUSTOMS:CT ................................................331-2131IMMIGRATION: .......... 331-2100Post Office ................... 331-2232TOURISM Representatives:Clifford Fernander ...................427-8198
BANKS:Bank of the Bahamas:Kemps Bay, South Andros .......369-0502CLINICS..................................331-2105
UTILITY COMPANIES:Telephone Services Area Code 242BTC. ............................................331-2571Long distance operator: ....................... 0 Directory assistance: .........................916Electrical ServicesBEC. ...........................................331-2121WaterWater & Sewerage (CT) .........331-2150San Salvador Medical Clinic(CT) .............................................331-2105
BankingBank of the Bahamas(CT) .............................................331-2237
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WORSHIPWorship at any of the following churches: St. Augustines Anglican (CT) .........331-2757Fr. Jude EdomwonyiHoly Saviour Catholic (CT) ..........331-2101Holy Cross (U.E.)St. Stevens (CT)St. Peters (SL)St. Johns Baptist(UE) .......................331-2593Fellowship in Christ (CT)Church of God (CT) ......................331-2164Seveneth Day Adventist (CT) St. James Baptist (NVH) Lighthouse Baptist.
Club Med Columbus Isle (CT) 331-2000Discover the refinement of the Bahamas during your stay at Columbus Isle. This is a paradise for dive and honeymoon vacations. Travel to Club Med Columbus Isle as a couple and enjoy a carefree all-inclusive vacation in this secluded resort on the Caribbean Sea.Coral Cove Villas (SL) ............... 331-24392 - 2 bed full furnished apartments. A/C and ceiling fans. General appliances. Satel-lite TV. 1 min. from beach.Hannas Hotel .............................. 331-2520Riding Rock Inn Resort and Marina (CT) ....... 331-2631Located just 2mins from the airport and right on the beach. Our rooms have an oceanfront balconies. Sands Residence Hotel (CT) ... 331-2760Our cottages offer privacy amid tropical gardens and are only seconds from the beach. Each is equipped with A/C, Full kitchen and queen size bed.Oceanview Apt. (SL) .................. 331-23318 - 1 bed full furnished apartments. A/C and ceiling fans. General appliances. Satellite TV.Williamsons Rooms to Go (NVH) ............ 331-2675
MARINAS (Port)Riding Rock Inn Resort ............. 331-2631The full-service marina offers protected deep water dockage; draft at the marina entrance is six and a half feet at low tide.
ACTIVITIES (Activités)San Salvador may be a small island, but the opportunities for travelers to relax, explore, and take it all are disproportionately large. Miles of beaches offer seclusion and snorkel-ing sites. Reefs and wrecks provide rewarding diving sites. And the flats circling the island offer hours, if not days, of game-fishing action. Visitors are also welcome to tour the old plantation ruins, explore historical Lucayan Indian sites, and climb up the old kerosene-operated lighthouse.
ATTRACTIONS (Attrait)New World MuseumHoused in a 1910 building this museum has displays of Lucayan pottery, artifacts from an Original Arawak settlement, paintings depicting Columbus’ landfall and an exhibit of his life.
Bahamian Field StationThe Bahamian Field Station, occupying an old U.S. Navy base, has been operating for many years as a centre for academic research in the areas of Archaeology, Biology, Geology, and Marine Sciences. It provides accommoda-tions and air transportation arrangements for professors who wish to teach their students in this unique environment.
Watling’s Castle/Sandy Point EstateRuins of a late 18th century Loyalist planta-tion house was named after George Watling, a buccaneer who frequented the place. The substantial ruins at Sandy Point, including the three-storey “Great House”, kitchen, slave quarters, barns and boundary walls, were studied by the Bahamian Field Station. The Lookout Tower, which overlooks French Bay, has been restored. It sites 85 feet above sea level.
Dixon Hill Lighthouse (on cover)Built in 1887 on a former plantation owned
by John Dixon, this 400,000 candle powered lighthouse has a visibility of 19 miles. Standing 163 feet above sea level, it maintains four-hour watches nightly, giving a double flash every 10 seconds. This kerosene lit, hand-operated lighthouse is the last of its type in the Islands of The Bahamas.
Pigeon Creek SiteThis site is an area where archeological excavations have shown that the indigenous people of The Bahamas, the Lucayan/Taino Amerindians, all had villages.
Cut CayThis island was mentioned by Columbus in his journal as a good site for a fortress. At low tide, one can wade out to the cay which is located across a shallow channel off North Point.
MONUMENTSThe Landfall ParkThe Landfall Park (at the Long Bay Site), a ten-acre site rich in archaeological artifacts, is the first landfall of Christopher Columbus in the “New World”. On October 12, 1492, after 33 days at sea, Columbus landed probably at beautiful Fernandez Bay (Long Bay). A simple white cross, erected in 1956 by Mrs. Ruth D. Wolper, commemorates the historic event. Also on this site is the Mexican Monument which housed the Olympic flame in 1968 on its journey from Greece to Mexico City.
UNESCO MonumentOn August 12, 1991 the Director-General of UNESCO, in the presence of the Prime Minister of the Commonwealth of the Ba-hamas, declared San Salvador a “Monument of the Quincentennial”, acknowledging it as the geographical starting point of the “new American epoch” commencing October 12, 1492.
Chicago Herald MonumentThe 1892 World’s Fair, held in Chicago, celebrated the 400th Anniversary of the “discovery” of the “New World”. In 1891, the Chicago Herald, an American newspa-per, erected this sphere (hewn from native limestone) in commemoration of Colum-bus’ landfall (but on the wrong site).
Nao Santa Maria MonumentA commemorative monument by the Nao Santa Maria—a Japanese effort to recreate Columbus’ Flagship, symbolizing Columbus’ original intention to reach Japan and pro-mote harmony among nations.
BEACHES & PARKS The beaches of San Salvador are secluded and expansive. They include: Bonefish Bay, at Club Med, known for its abundant bonefish Long Bay, at the Columbus Monument site Grotto Beach, at Sandy Point, which has a little grotto Snow Bay, near the entrance to Pigeon Creek, where the sand is fine like snow Dim Bay Beach, near the original Columbus Monument (now Chicago Herald Monument) East Beach, a three mile beach near United States, where there is good snorkeling right off the beach North Victoria Hill, a two-mile beach with nice clear water, located three miles north of Club Med.
CAR RENTALSC & E Car Rental (SL) ....................331-2988C & S Car Rental (CT) ..................331-2631D & W Car Rental (CT) ................331-2184Granville Walker’s Rental Car (LB) ............................331-2368
Nat Walker’s Car Rental (SL) .......331-2111Oceanview Car Rentals .................331-2331K’s Scooter Rentals (CT)San Salvador Airport ......................331-2125
DIVING (plongeant)
Riding Rock Inn Resort ..................331-2631Club Med Columbus Isle ...............331-2000
Great Lake PreserveSan Salvador is also known as the “Land of Lakes”. In the centre of the island, the Great Lake, which served as the major means of transportation in days past, has been protected to preserve this natural pristine wonder for future generations.
FISHING (Peche)Deep Sea FishingIsland Venture Charters (CT) .......331-2306Nat Walker (SL) ...............................331-2111Club Med ..........................................331-2000Riding Rock (CT) ............................331-2631Hilton Ferguson (CT) .....................357-6000
NIGHTLIFE (vie Nocturne)The Driftwood Bar at Riding Rock Inn ..................331-2631Harlem Square Club (CT) .....331-2777Club Juice (CT) ........................331-2975Almond Tree (UE) ...................433-0264Short Stop (UE) .......................331-2528BackYard (LB) ...........................331-2350Palm Tree (UE)Lakeview (UE)
where to stayREAL ESTATELOTS FOR SALEColumbus Landings Ltd. ................. 331-2254(242) 322-2318 in Nassau • Cell: (242) 357-6000 or (242) 556-1203columbuslanding@webs.comwww.columbuslandings.webs.comLots startint at $12,000 Ocean View, Beach-front, Hilltop & Inland.
SNORKELING (Tuba)Snorkeling is the best way for the inex-perienced ocean swimmer to become acquainted with the stunning beauty of the Bahamian reefs. During your adventure, get ready to view caverns, unique ocean life (such as bonefish, barracuda, and the spotted eagle ray) and coral clusters. Island operators can take you out on an organized trip. If you want to venture out on your own, just head to the water from the beach at your hotel or any public beach.Club Med ..........................................331-2000Riding Rock.......................................331-2631
TOURS (Excursion)Fernander Tours...............................331-2676Cell (242) 427-8198We provide air-conditioned cars and buses for up to 25 passengers. Services include round-trip airport transfers, island tours, visits to local attractions and outlying settle-ments. The experience of this father and son team is evident in the knowledge that they share about their home, San Salvador. You will definitely leave their tour with a hunger to learn more.K’s Scooter Rentals .........................331-2125Nat Walker’s Island Adventures ...331-2111Eco Tours by Jermaine ....................331-2459Bahamian Field Station ...................331-2520
WATER SPORTSWith water temperatures averaging about 80°F year round throughout the Bahamas, water sports are naturally a popular vacation activity. Throw on a swimsuit, grab a towel, explore the emerald-green, turquoise and crystal-blue waters one sport at a time.
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Bonefish Bay .............................................................BBCockburn Town ......................................................CTHalls Landing ........................................................... HLLong Bay .................................................................... LBNorth Victoria Hill ............................................. NVHPigeon Creek........................................................... PCSandy Point ............................................................... SPSugar Loaf ..................................................................SLUnited Estates ......................................................... UE
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St.Augustines Anglican
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San Salvador is located in the far eastern Bahamas. It is small in size (63-square-mile) but not in scenery and is surrounded by
superb beaches and reefs. It is an ideal place for snorkeling, diving and fishing. Seen above is one of the ships that sailed during the
islands’ Quincentenial celebrations.
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Auto PartsJames & Sons .................................331-2188
Bakery - Janet Storr
Beauty Salon - Beautiful YouNicole Lightfoot
Building Supplies / Hardware StoreJames & Sons .................................331-2188Dorette’s ........................................331-2184
Car RepairDenzel Burrows............................464-9014
Clothing & ShoesShoes & Things (LB) .....................331-1300Destiny Boutique ..........................331-1496Laramore’s of The Bahamas .......331-2282
Convenience StoresDorette’s Variety Store (CT) .....331-2484Jake Jone’s Food Store (CT) ......331-2688Island Distributors (CT) .............331-2331
Home CentresLaramore’s (CT) ...........................331-2282Home Centre (LB) .......................331-1300
LaundromatsCarol Williams (LB) .....................331-2350Clifford Fernander (CT) .............331-2676
Liquor StoresSimply Bahamian (CT) .................331-2976
Preschool - Melinda’s PreschoolNursery – Day Care – Kathy Storr
Propane Gas / Gas StationSun Oil ............................................331-2168
Shipping CompanyG & G Shipping .............................331-2631
SouvenirsJ’s Discount (CT) ..........................331-2750Straw Vendor - Patrice Black
Variety StoreDDS Shop & Variety ...................331-2489J’s Discount (CT) ..........................331-2750
Bamboo Point
Riding Rock Point
Bonefish Bay
Femandez Bay
Snow Bay
Northeast Point
Cut Cay
Bakers Point
Rocky Point
Hanna Bay
GreensHarbour
Grahams Harbour
Crab Cay
Snow Bay
High Cay
Low Cay
Middle Cay
Hinchinbroke Rocks
Hall’s Langing
Olympic Flame Monument
New WorldMuseum
Chicago HeraldMonument
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Columbus MonumentJapanese Monument
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Location: 100,000 sq. miles stretching from Bimini in the north going southeast in the AtlanticOcean to Great InaguaCapital: NassauTime: Eastern TimePopulation: 329,500 peopleHistory: Discovered by Christopher Columbus in 1492 in San Salvador. The Bahamas became a crown colony of Britain in 1717. Slavery abolished in 1838. Gained Independence in 1973.Political System: StableJuly 10th 1973 (Independence Day). Government: Governor General, Prime Minister and a parliament rules The BahamasEconomy: Main Industry: Tourism, Second Industry: Offshore Banking.
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Quick Island FactsPopulation: approximately 1,300.Capital: Cockburn Town, pro-nounced: ko-burn townLanguage: English/FrenchLocation:: San Salvador lies 200 miles southeast of Nassau, New Providence. It lies 40 miles southeast of Port Howe in Cat Island and 22 miles northeast of Rum Cay.Area: 12 miles by 5 miles or 60 square miles.Time Zone: Eastern Standard Time
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Spanish Wells
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RESTAURANTSNew Columbus Tavern (NVH) ..331-2788Features fine Bahamian food like crack conch, steam or fried fish, minced lobster, barbecue ribs and much moreThree Ships Rest. & Bar ..............331-2787Riding Rock Inn Restaurant .......331-2631Call for ReservationsClub Med .......................................331-2000We offer a variety of dining options that
diningare at your fingertips for breakfast, lunch, dinner and any time in between. Quality alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks are included.Harlem Square (CT) ..................331-2777Out of the Box (CT) .................331-2533Offering fresh sandwiches and salads open til late.Paradis (LB) .................................331-2400Enjoy Bahamian and International din-
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JulyGoombay FestivalIndependence Celebrations OctoberAnnual Discovery Day Festival Homecoming and Regatta (Grahams Harbour)DecemberMini Junkanoo Parades
Other EventsSaturdaysFish Fry @ Grahams HarbourEnjoy local food and culture.Fishing Tournaments with Riding Rock MarinaEaster Monday HomecomingsBeach Picnics
For additional information please contact the Administra-tor’s Office (242) 331-2202.
San Salvador, one of the easternmost islands of The Bahamas
archipelago, is the exposed peak of a submerged mountain
that reaches 15,000 feet to the ocean floor. The island is 12
miles long and 5 miles wide.
Christopher Columbus is said to have made his first landfall
on San Salvador during his historic voyage to the New World.
Four separate monuments mark the exact spot where he came
ashore on the 12th October, 1492. However, it is generally held
that he landed at Long Bay, where a big stone cross now stands.
Called Guanahani by the native Lycayan Indians, Columbus
renamed the island San Salvador or “Holy Saviour”, noticing in
his journal: “The beauty of these islands surpasses that of any
other and as much as the day surpasses the night in splendour.”
The islands was taken over by the British bucanner, George
Watling, and he renamed San Salvador Island after himself, call-
ing it Watling Island. It was not until 1925 that the island’s name
is restored.
The island has miles of pristine and secluded beaches, and
an emerald -blue sea of such sparkling clarity that divers have
visibility of up to 150feet. Challenging reefs and wreck diving ca
be enjoyed at High Cay, Low Cay and Middle Cay. Sparkling
lakes cover the interior of the island and relics of Loyalist days
abound.
The pace of life here has changed little over the centuries and
today San Salvador is still the ultimate escape.
ner. Available for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
TAKE AWAYSCarter’s Snack Bar ..................... 331-2079Wendy’s Takeaway ...................... 456-6583Dee Dee’s Take Away ................ 331-2244Peaches Takeaway, Ruth’s Takeaway3 J’s Takeaway, Palm Tree
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