P O RT O F CA L L BY LORI EASTES / YACHT PHOTOGRAPHY BY QUIN BISSET & RESORT PHOTOS COURTESY OF RESORTS WORLD BIMINI
Bound for Bimini Dock the yacht and lap in luxury on the tropical island of Bimini in the Bahamas. Reputed for providing a luxurious yet adventurous getaway, the island of Bimini in the Bahamas is located just 50 short miles east of Miami, but feels worlds away from the hustle and bustle of the metropolis. In this tropical paradise, you’ll find the Resorts World Bimini, a 750-acre luxury beachfront resort that spans approximately half the island and boasts the largest marina in the Bahamas, where owners can dock their boats in luxury and enjoy everything Bimini has to offer. Around the island, you can explore some of the best sportfishing waters in the world, as well as historic shipwrecks and diverse marine life. Among the quaint local towns dotted throughout the island, you will discover rustic food stands and famed bakeries where you can sample local specialties like world-famous conch salad and Bimini bread—a soft, sweet loaf crafted with coconut milk. 78
Should you wish to depart your yacht for a few nights, the Hilton Hotel at Resorts World offers 305 luxury rooms, suites, and condos that feature king- or queen-sized beds, floor-to-ceiling windows, large modern bathrooms, and a balcony. Also available to guests is the Serenity Spa and Salon. Here you can indulge in pure relaxation, as the spa offers facials, massages, and other spa and salon treatments to relax your mind and body. Outside, you will find plenty of space to roam with a 4.5-acre beach that includes two lagoon pools, lounge chairs, day beds, hammocks, oceanfront, and poolside cabanas, and two bars. Once you’ve worked up an appetite, the Resorts World offers world-class dining options including casual Tides and Hemingway’s eateries, Oasis swim-up bar, and The Sushi Bar. This chic sushi spot and intimate venue serves freshly prepared sushi rolls, nigiri, and sashimi, along with flavorful
