Mélange Travel & Lifestyle Magazine July 2017 | Page 86

Bahamian Music and Heritage Festival

Home to some of the world’ s perfect stretches of sandy coastlines and colorful reefs, The Bahamas is a dream destination. Relax in the sunshine wiith a glass of margarita or go out and try stimulating adventures like surfing, parasailing or scuba diving. After a fulfilling day, witness a glorious sunset by the beach while listening to rhythmic Caribbean beats.
On your next visit to The Bahamas, in addition to soaking up the sunshine on its beautiful beaches, you should include the vibrant Bahamian Music and Heritage Festival in your itinerary. This annual event is a cultural extravaganza, held in March on the island of Ezuma. For a true taste of Bahamian culture, this event should be experienced. You’ ll observe storytelling, poetry reading, boat exhibitions., singing, interesting competitions such as conch cracking and peeling of sugar cane, to name a few. There’ s a dedicated area where you can learn about the island’ s history and of course, no Caribbean festival will be complete without music and food. To get to Exuma you can opt for air or sea transportation. Telephone the Exuma Tourist Office for more information:( 242) 336-2430 · fax( 242) 336-2431
This festival is considered to be one of the country’ s most significant celebrations which brings together families, friends and visitors of all ages to share in this rewarding cultural experience. And, the food is not to be missed, dishes such as conch, Bahamian stew fish, rock lobsters and souse. These tasty local delicacies will be a gastronomic delight.
You can also dance and sing to your hearts content to the tunes of renowned local, regional and international sensations. Visitors from various parts of the world are drawn to this weekend exposition of culture, art, music, heritage and food.
It’ s certainly better in The Bahamas.

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