The Westin Grand Bahama Island our Lucaya

The Westin on Grand Bahama Island is great. The island itself is more laid back than Nassau/Paradise Island so the resort became more important. To begin, the bed/linen set is so wonderful, they actually sell the setup online. The spa was a special treat. (My first spa treatment). There are several restaurants/bars on the grounds. The breakfast buffet is somewhat expensive (for breakfast); if you do go to the breakfast buffet, have the Coconut French Toast. It alone probably justifies the price. The staff were wonderful as well. My neighbor & I went for 5 days in January. My only complaint is that it was on the cool side for me so I didn't enjoy the beach or pool (both of which looked inviting). They have a lot of information on their website so check that if you want more specific info.

Next door to the Westin, there is another hotel (with more restaurants & bars & a casino) and a 'shopping village' across the street. In the shopping village, you can rent scooters & cruise around the island. It's a fun way to spend the day.

For those of you in South Florida, it's only about a 50 minute plane ride from Ft. Lauderdale. When leaving, you actually clear customs in Freeport & don't have to deal with it in the US. :)

First of all, Freeport Bahamas is not a party place. Everything is pretty much done early, it's more of a place to relax. This hotel is awesome. It's a really big resort with the all-inclusive option. I wouldn't suggest selecting all-inclusive because the hotel is near the market place and there are many places nearby where you can eat for cheaper. There is a casino, live entertainment some nights and they have activities by the pool during the day. On the other side of the resort lays The Sheraton hotel and they have a live DJ by the pool. It's all a part of the resort. It's beautiful and everyone there is friendly. Ladies, the guys there get a little too close for my taste.

If you go to Freeport and are there on a Wednesday, make sure u make it to FISH FRY. It takes place off of the resort but vans come to pick up visitors and takes them. It's like a big beach party and they serve fish, mac and cheese etc. Try the Conch Fritters they are really good.