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Forbes
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Inside The Ocean Club, A Four Seasons Resort, Bahamas, And Its 2027 Residences
Situated on five miles of fluffy-white beach on Paradise Island, The Ocean Club, A Four Seasons Resort, Bahamas offers a compelling combination of storied past, serene privacy, and luxurious exclusivity. The property, opened by A&P supermarket heir Huntington Hartford in 1962, has always drawn Hollywood royalty to its sultry shores, and now offers a real estate proposition that's hard to resist if you're in the market. The Ocean Pool at The Ocean Club, A Four Seasons Resort, Bahamas, with DUNE by Jean-Georges restaurant to the left of the frame. Kim Westerman The 35 acres of Versailles‑inspired gardens contain just 107 guest accommodations across low‑rise Bahamian‑style buildings overlooking either the ocean or the the gardens. Guests can swim in one of three pools: the infinity‑edged Ocean Pool, the elegant adults‑only Versailles Pool (think Euro-Bahamian version of The Great Gatsby), and the fun lagoon‑style Family Pool with a waterfall entry. A spa with eight Balinese‑style treatment rooms, a fitness center with Technogym® equipment, daily yoga classes, six lit Har‑Tru tennis courts, and the Tom Weiskopf‑designed 18‑hole Ocean Club Golf Course round out the wellness and recreation offerings. The adults-only Versailles pool at The Ocean Club Resort. Kim Westerman Just past the lobby is the Living Room Bar, best known as the backdrop for the 2006 remake of Casino Royale. Yep, James Bond himself sipped a Vesper Martini here, and you can, too. The Living Room Bar at Paradise Island, Bahamas' Ocean Club Resort, where scenes in the 2006 remake of Casino Royale were filmed. Kim Westerman Jean-Georges Vongerichten's DUNE by Jean‑Georges is an indoor-outdoor spot for breakfast, lunch and dinner, shaded and with a perpetual breeze coming up off the ocean. The French-Asian-Bahamian menu has several standout dishes, including the 'black plate' appetizer with conch salad, chicken samosa, shrimp satay, crab spring roll and tuna and avocado in rice paper. Plan to share if, if possible, so that you can also order the Bahamian lobster curry, served with fried plantains and bok choy, a spot-on signature dish. If you want this food at your fingertips all the time, and you're looking for a retirement or second home on Paradise Island, you'll be happy to learn about the in-progress residential enclave slated to debut in 2027. The "black plate" appetizer at DUNE by Jean-Georges. Kim Westerman Local lobster with curry sauce at DUNE by Jean-George. Kim Westerman Four Seasons has partnered with Two Roads Development and Access Real Estate to build this community of just 67 turnkey homes, offering unparalleled privacy and premium access to the resort's amenities and services 24/7. Designed by SB Architects with interiors by Champalimaud Design, the residences range from two‑bedroom oceanfront units (3,124 square feet, starting at ~$6.5 million) to five‑bedroom beach villas (up to 7,459 square feet, with 6,600 square-foot terraces and private pools at $18 million–$23 million). In between, there are three‑bedroom garden or marina-view homes (starting at 4,073 square-feet and ranging in price from $7 million–$12 million) and four‑bedroom marina residences ($12 million–$18 million). All come fully furnished and include Four Seasons property management, with the option to participate in the resort's rental program. Rendering of a new ocean-front residence to debut in 2027. The Ocean Club Resort Residences The development is expected to inject $400 million in economic activity into The Bahamas and create approximately 200 full‑time jobs by opening day. Pre‑construction interest is strong, especially among buyers seeking long‑term vacation homes, legacy estates, or investment properties with managed rental income potential. U.S. and other international buyers may qualify for Bahamian residency benefits, including zero capital gains or inheritance taxes, through qualifying property investments over $1 million. More than six decades after its glamorous beginnings, The Ocean Club epitomizes luxury beach living and classic design. Add the forthcoming Four Seasons Residences, and the property transforms into a lifestyle destination with multiple entry points: short‑stay resort guest, multi‑generational family retreat, or private homeowner with resort service and rental upside. For more information, visit The Ocean Club Residences website.
See - Sada Elbalad
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- See - Sada Elbalad
New "Wonder Woman" Movie Finds It "Supergirl" Writer Ana Nogueira
Yara Sameh 'Supergirl' screenwriter Ana Nogueira has been tapped to write DC Studios' new redo of "Wonder Woman". Nogueira is also writing a live-action 'Teen Titans' for the studio. "Wonder Woman" has become a major priority for the studio. On July 16, DC was reported to be fast-tracking the feature project, and DC Studios co-chief James Gunn told Entertainment Weekly in June that a 'Wonder Woman' movie 'is being written right now.' The studio is also developing 'Paradise Island,' a TV series for HBO set on Wonder Woman's home of Themyscira, though Gunn has said progress on that project is 'slow moving.' Nogueira started her career as an actor, including on 'The Michael J. Fox Show,' 'The Vampire Diaries' and most recently the crime series 'Hightown.' 'Supergirl,' directed by Craig Gillespie ('Cruella') and starring Milly Alcock ('House of the Dragon'), will be her first produced screenplay. It is adapted from the graphic novel 'Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow' by Tom King. The film is scheduled to open on June 26, 2026. The Princess of Themyscira was first played on the big screen by Gal Gadot in 2017's 'Wonder Woman' directed by Patty Jenkins. The film grossed $822 million worldwide, shattering the industry's false presumption that audiences weren't interested in female-led superhero movies. Gadot and Jenkins teamed up again for 'Wonder Woman 1984,' which opened on Christmas in 2020 at the height of the coronavirus pandemic. She also played the character in 2017's 'Justice League,' 2021's 'Zack Snyder's Justice League' and 2023's 'The Flash.' When Gunn and Peter Safran took the reins of DC Studios, however, they effectively rebooted the DC Universe, starting with the streaming series 'Creature Commandos' and Gunn's feature film 'Superman,' which has grossed $406.8 million globally since it opened on July 11. Alcock appeared in a brief cameo at the end of the film, when she picked up her dog Krypto, who'd been staying with the Man of Steel while she was away. read more New Tourism Route To Launch in Old Cairo Ahmed El Sakka-Led Play 'Sayidati Al Jamila' to Be Staged in KSA on Dec. 6 Mandy Moore Joins Season 2 of "Dr. Death" Anthology Series Don't Miss These Movies at 44th Cairo Int'l Film Festival Today Amr Diab to Headline KSA's MDLBEAST Soundstorm 2022 Festival Arts & Culture Mai Omar Stuns in Latest Instagram Photos Arts & Culture "The Flash" to End with Season 9 Arts & Culture Ministry of Culture Organizes four day Children's Film Festival Arts & Culture Canadian PM wishes Muslims Eid-al-Adha News Israeli-Linked Hadassah Clinic in Moscow Treats Wounded Iranian IRGC Fighters Arts & Culture "Jurassic World Rebirth" Gets Streaming Date News China Launches Largest Ever Aircraft Carrier Videos & Features Tragedy Overshadows MC Alger Championship Celebration: One Fan Dead, 11 Injured After Stadium Fall Lifestyle Get to Know 2025 Eid Al Adha Prayer Times in Egypt Arts & Culture South Korean Actress Kang Seo-ha Dies at 31 after Cancer Battle Business Egyptian Pound Undervalued by 30%, Says Goldman Sachs Sports Get to Know 2025 WWE Evolution Results News "Tensions Escalate: Iran Probes Allegations of Indian Tech Collaboration with Israeli Intelligence" News Flights suspended at Port Sudan Airport after Drone Attacks
The Independent
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Independent
Revealed: How much it costs to visit Royal Caribbean's new private Bahamas beach club
Royal Caribbean has revealed how much cruise passengers will need to pay to access its new private beach club area in the Bahamas, including a $10,000 (£7,329) private cabana. Passengers visiting Nassau during a Royal Caribbean cruise from late December 2025 will be able to purchase all-inclusive day passes to Royal Beach Club Paradise Island. Prices start at $169.99 (£125) for a day pass that gives you unlimited drinks, including alcohol and dining, but is only available to guests over age 21. There is also a day pass for non-alcoholic drinks and dining from $129.99 (£96) for guests aged 13 and older. The price drops to $109.99 (£81) for ages four to 12 and is free for passengers aged three and under. Guests can also bundle their day pass with a beverage package on board or pair it with destination experiences at Perfect Day at CocoCay during a stop on Royal Caribbean's private Bahamas island. The passes give you access to two private beaches and three pools. These include The Deep End pool for a relaxed and laid back area or you can enjoy the DJ at The Floating Flamingo, the world's largest swim-up bar. You can rent your own cabana on the beach, which comes with a personal attendant service, upgraded amenities, as well as day beds with dedicated beverage service, an umbrella, storage space and towels. Cabana prices range from $2,199.99 (£1,618), which includes day passes for up to eight people. There is also a two-storey family cabana to rent for the day at $9,999.99 (£7,361) which includes up to 12 day passes. It comes with its own whirlpool, frozen drink machine, waterslide and private bathroom. Guests can eat and drink across three beach grills and 10 bars, and there will be Bahamian-inspired live music, entertainment and local artisan shops. The price also covers round-trip water transportation, beach games for the whole family, wifi, umbrellas and lounge chairs, lockers and towels. The Royal Beach Club Paradise Island will be available on sailings from December 2025 aboard ships such as Utopia of the Seas. Prices start from £623 per person.
Travel Weekly
01-07-2025
- Business
- Travel Weekly
Royal opens bookings for its upcoming Bahamas beach club
Royal Caribbean International has opened day pass bookings for its new Royal Beach Club on Paradise Island in Nassau. The private beach club opens in December and will feature two beaches, three pools and 10 bars. Day pass options include unlimited food and drink for those 21 and older, starting at $169.99. Passes exclusive of alcohol start at $129.99 for guests 13 and older and $109.99 for those ages 4 through 12. Children 3 and under can enter the beach club for free. There are also bundle options with onboard beverage packages or Perfect Day at CocoCay. Passes are available for purchase online for any guest booked on a sailing visiting Nassau from late December onward.
CBS News
19-06-2025
- CBS News
1 year since Chicago woman, Taylor Casey, went missing in the Bahamas and still no answers
It's been one year since Taylor Casey, a Chicago woman, disappeared from a yoga retreat in the Bahamas. There are still no answers in the case. Casey, then 42, was in the middle of a month-long yoga retreat near Paradise Island when she stopped showing up for classes. She was last seen on June 19, 2024. In July, Casey's family asked the FBI to take over the search from the authorities in the Bahamas, saying they were "not satisfied with how this investigation has been handled thus far." U.S. Sen. Tammy Duckworth's office and the U.S. Embassy also joined the efforts in assistance. Last week, Duckworth's office released the following statement: "Senator Duckworth and her office have been monitoring this heartbreaking situation for the last year. They continue to work closely with relevant federal agencies and push the Royal Bahamas Police Force to be as communicative and transparent as possible. Senator Duckworth and her office will continue to coordinate with Ms. Casey's family to help in any way they can." Last Friday, Peter Goudie, a spokesperson for the yoga retreat from which Casey disappeared, said there is "nothing more we can do." Goudie added, "police did everything they could." He also said the FBI and the International Criminal Police Organization responded as well. Casey's family believed search efforts have been marred by prejudice because Casey is a transgender woman. She has been a fixture in Chicago's transgender community and a youth advocate for decades. Casey's family is offering a $10,000 reward for any information on her disappearance. A Facebook group called "Find Taylor Casey" has remained active this year. Group organizers posted events in April and May, "A Day with Taylor." The Zoom events featured performances, yoga sessions, and storytelling. Phone recovered from the water In July, authorities in the Bahamas said they recovered Taylor's iPhone. Police Commissioner Clayton Fernander said that, during a June 22 search, a dog picked up a scent from a tent and tracked it to the water, but the scent ended there. They subsequently located a phone under roughly 56 feet of water. Investigators in the Bahamas asked American authorities for help unlocking the phone. Authorities also reviewed surveillance footage from around the island, but there was "no information to connect at this time," the police commissioner added. "Find Taylor Casey" Facebook group organizers posted on April 9, "The police in the Bahamas have not yet released Taylor's phone or phone records." It is unclear which authorities are in possession of the phone at this time. Missing woman's mother seeking answers In an interview just three months after her daughter's disappearance, Casey's mother, Colette Seymore, said that something seemed "off" with her daughter before she vanished. "I talked to Taylor on June 18th. Taylor had called me and mentioned to me it was hard, it was hard at the yoga retreat," she said. "Something was off, I don't know if Taylor didn't want to alarm me, but I just felt like something was off." Seymore reported her daughter missing, but said when she first arrived in the Bahamas to speak to investigators, she said she did not see a single missing persons flyer for her daughter. "They were just really nonchalant and just not acting like it was their child missing," she said. "I had to return home without her. This is every mother's worst nightmare." Seymore said her visit only left her with more questions than answers. CBS News Chicago has reached out to Casey's family for an update on the investigation.
