VIDEO HIGHLIGHT Bahamians travel! And we have paradise right under our feet to explore. In our first teaser for our new "We Reach" travel series, we decided to keep things a bit closer to home with a domestic travel feature to show how you can have a vacation right in your own backyard. It doesn't matter if you're travelling from another Bahamian island or looking for a staycation. Everyone deserves a break, and you don't have to travel far to enjoy one. In this episode, the

Photo credit: Skylar J Photography for TDC Bahamas Grand Bahama’s creative community recently came together for an evening of candid conversation, practical advice and a closer look at what it takes to turn creativity into a sustainable career. The Tourism Development Corporation’s Creative Industry Tourism Council hosted its inaugural Creative Pulse event in Grand Bahama on August 14 at Mosaic Art Hub. The hybrid event brought members of the island’s Orange Economy together

VIDEO LINK Legendary New Orleans DJ and producer Mannie Fresh closed out his first Bahamas show at the Jon Batiste Jazz Club at the Baha Mar Resort by showing love to Bahamian artist Ghetto Pickney.

FROM WASTE, WE CREATE! is officially back for its second season, inviting artists, families, schools, community groups, organizations and creators of all ages across Grand Bahama to transform discarded materials into art that celebrates Bahamian culture and island life. Following the success of its inaugural student competition, FROM WASTE, WE CREATE! is expanding beyond its original student focus to introduce two divisions for the 2026–2027 season: a Student Division for stu

Introducing Caribbean Threads - a new Poinciana Magazine digital series exploring the stories that connect the Caribbean. While every island has developed its own distinct festivals, traditions and cultural celebrations, many of them share common threads that have evolved over generations into the unique expressions we know and love today. To mark the launch of the series, we're taking a trip down memory lane to the inception of Bahamas Junkanoo Carnival. Launched in 2015, t

Music legend Mannie Fresh sits down with Poinciana Magazine Contributor Nikia Wells for a conversation about the music, culture and city that helped shape his unmistakable sound. The legendary New Orleans producer and DJ reflects on his New Orleans roots, the incredible longevity of the records he helped create and what it means to see generations of fans still connecting with his music decades later. Mannie also talks about taking that energy to the stage and what audiences

The Tourism Development Corporation's Creative Industry Tourism Council is set to host Creative Pulse on Friday, August 14 in Grand Bahama. Creative Pulse is a live, podcast-style conversation featuring creative trailblazers from The Bahamas, streamed for members of the Orange Economy throughout the archipelago. The initiative was developed following a successful three-year partnership with Crypto Isle's "Hump Day Huddle" series in New Providence. The new brand is an evolutio

VIDEO HIGHLIGHT Bahamian comedian, entertainer, and entrepreneur Das Quay hosted his very first Wing Festival on August 3 at the Adventure Learning Center. The event drew a packed crowd of wing enthusiasts, while Shine 242 and Johnny Cake brought the musical vibes. Alternative link: https://vt.tiktok.com/ZS49dHreh/

VIDEO HIGHLIGHT The mics were on! Legendary group Dru Hill performed a set of some of their biggest hits, along with a few songs from frontman Sisqó, hits by the group formerly known as Playa - whose members are now part of Dru Hill - and a special tribute to the late singer D'Angelo. The group sang live, even hitting a few notes a cappella to let the audience know there was absolutely no lip-syncing in the house. Dru Hill was the headliner at Atlantis Resort's R&B Brunch, wh

The ALL NEW Issue of Poinciana Magazine is here. Check out the 2026 Best of the Bahamas recipients and more in the digital issue. A limited edition run of print copies will also be coming out later this summer.

GBIPB to host one-night partnership event in November with the Xquisite Catamaran Center and The Galley Bar & Restaurant ahead of expanded 2027 festival return... The Grand Bahama Island Promotion Board (GBIPB) has announced that the fifth annual Grand Bahama Island Restaurant Fest (GBIRF), originally slated for 2026, will now take place in 2027. While the full slate of Restaurant Fest activities traditionally held in August will not take place in 2026, the GBIPB will host a

VIDEO HIGHLIGHT Bahamas Botanicals hosted a Bahamian-infused mixology session at their Gladstone Road distillery on June 27. The evening, which was led by award-winning mixologist Niko Imbert, featured three unique cocktails made with Bahamas Botanicals spirits, infused syrups, nectars, and juices. The experience was also paired with a selection of sushi. This mixology class will be an ongoing event at Bahamas Botanicals. You can also check out our previous features to learn