Bookings for the start of the year have been strong at Atlantis Paradise Island, according to George Markantonis, president and managing director at the resort. Watch an interview with Markantonis here.

John Marovitch, sales and marketing director of Pure Silk Bahamas Classic, says that the ladies professional golf tournament "exposes the islands to a bigger audience," with media representatives from all over the world attending the event and live television broadcasts. Watch an interview with Marovitch here.