Bimini Bay Resort + Casino Opens in Fishing Capital of the World: Caribbean Hideaway Reels in Discerning Travelers

The historical island of Bimini has more to brag about beside sparkling blue water and world-class fishing. Introducing the first upscale resort community to break ground in Bimini, Bimini Bay Resort + Casino lies 48 miles off the coast of South Flor

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Thu, December 7th, 2006

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