Fodor's Bahamas

COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE:

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  Fodor's is the #1 selling guide to the Bahamas on Amazon, aside from a
  spiral-bound sailing guide to the Abacos. We dedicate a full guide to
  the region while Lonely Planet only covers the Bahamas in their
  Caribbean guide. The only direct competitor is Moon's guide to the
  Bahamas.
  


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  Editor's Choice: Brand-new coverage of Grand Bahama and the Abaco
  Islands reflecting their recent recovery after the destruction caused
  by Hurricane Dorian in 2019.
  

TOURISM TRENDS:

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  The COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 and 2021 caused a steep drop-off in
  tourism to many destinations, but surveys have shown an ongoing
  interest in international travel once it becomes safe again. The number
  of Americans traveling overseas is expected to increase in mid-2021,
  once vaccinations have been administered to a wide variety of people.
  


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  Pre-Covid, the Bahamas saw a 9.7 percent increase in inbound tourism
  for 2019 with 7.25 million international visitors per year, according
  to the World Tourism Organization.
  


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  The Bahamas implemented a multi-step travel health visa system
  (including a negative test and application for entry) to ensure the
  safety of locals and travelers.
  

FULLY REDESIGNED!

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  New front cover
  has eye-catching full-bleed images with key selling points on the front
  


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  New back cover
  is fully-redesigned
  


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  "Best of" Lists
  will visually engage the reader and provide an overview of the entire
  destination (best things to eat, see, do, drink, as well as what to
  read and watch before going)
  


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  Visually focused with more color and images
  including more full and half-page images throughout and color-coded
  category icons
  


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  Other useful features
  including Great Itineraries, Calendar of Events, What to Watch and Read
  Before You Visit, and Kids and Families
  


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  "Travel Smart"
  (logistical planning tips section) now at the front of the book and
  redesigned to be more infographic in feel
  


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  Stronger Voice and Opinions
  give all Fodor's guides more personality. Books are more friendly and
  conversational in tone, going beyond informational to being
  inspirational
  

CURATED AND RELEVANT:

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  Focused coverage
  on only the best places so travelers can make the most out of their
  limited time.
  


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  Carefully vetted recommendations
  for all types of establishments and price points.
  

CONCISE:

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  Shortened reviews
  presented with brevity and focus.