Fall Travelers Save Hundreds on Getaways to the Islands of the Bahamas.

Island Escapes Are Easy on the Wallet Thanks to Deal from American Express

NASSAU, The Bahamas, Oct. 26 /PRNewswire/ -- The Islands Of The Bahamas and American Express have teamed up this fall to offer travelers an affordable way to enjoy an extended Indian summer. For a limited time, American Express cardholders who book a Bahamas getaway by Nov. 30, 2007, will receive a special rebate at select hotels in Nassau/Paradise Island, Grand Bahamas Island and the Out Islands.

Nassau/Paradise Island & Out Islands

At select properties in the Bahamas' vibrant capital of Nassau/Paradise Island and the charming Out Islands, visitors paying with their American Express card will save up to $200 off three-night stays or longer. In addition to the rebate, guests on Nassau/Paradise Island will also be eligible to receive up to 50% off of at participating hotels.

Grand Bahama Island

On Grand Bahama Island, American Express cardholders are not only eligible for the rebate, but will also receive their first night free when staying a minimum of four nights or longer at participating hotels.

All American Express deals must be booked by Nov. 30, 2007, for travel Oct. 28, 2007 through Feb. 13, 2008. For more information on this deal and others, please visit http://www.bahamas.com/ or call your Liberty Travel Agent.

The Islands Of The Bahamas are made up of more than 700 islands, including Nassau/Paradise Island, Grand Bahama Island and the Out Islands - Abaco, Andros, Berry Island, Bimini, Cat Island, Eleuthera, Exuma, Inagua, Long Island, Crooked Island and San Salvador. Each island has its own distinct character and boasts an impressive array of land and water sports including golf, tennis, diving, fishing, waterskiing, sailing and horseback riding. A variety of cultural activities, exceptional shopping and the islands' natural picturesque setting makes The Islands Of The Bahamas a choice vacation destination all year round.

Direct air service is available from many major U.S. cities including Miami, Fort Lauderdale, New York, Philadelphia, Washington, Atlanta, Dallas, Houston, Chicago and Cincinnati.

Declared one of the hottest destinations in the world by Conde Nast Traveler, the 700 Islands Of The Bahamas attract visitors with world-class diving and fishing, beautiful turquoise water and miles of picture perfect beaches. Island-life, from the non-stop excitement and entertainment of Nassau/Paradise Island and Grand Bahama Island to the laid-back lifestyle of the Out Islands, comes in a variety of flavors for discerning travelers yet draped in one colorful Bahamian backdrop. For more information on travel packages, activities and accommodations, visit http://www.bahamas.com/.

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CONTACT: Angelene Orth of Weber Shandwick for Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, [phone], [e-mail]; or Anita Johnson-Patty of Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, [phone], [e-mail]

Web site: http://www.bahamas.com/