Even though The Bahamas are not the Caribbean, most people still think they are! And…they are one of the easiest islands to get to from the U.S.

You remember one of my last articles about The Bahamas and how they are rated one of the Top Five islands in Paradise. Well, the outer island of Exuma in The Bahamas may be the top pick to check out for fractional ownership today. One of my latest articles was about the challenge that will show up in September to travel to the Caribbean because of the cut backs of American and Continental Airlines. Well, The Bahamas, Bermuda, Cayman Islands, Belize, and The Turks & Caicos will not be affected by these flight cutbacks because of all the direct flights from the U.S., Canada, and Europe that don’t go through San Juan, Puerto Rico. Plus, the ownership of property is even more advantageous because of the favorable tax haven of these islands nations.

The reason why I am featuring the island of Exuma as an option for fractional ownership is because of what is being offered at the February Point Resort. They have fractional ownership opportunities starting at $350,000 and up for a month or more of a second home in Paradise. The specific aspect of February Point that I want you to know about is the fractional ownership opportunities in BIG villas; 4-bedrooms; 4-baths; 3,400 sq.ft. with air conditioning; 2,100+ of verandas around the villa; an infinity pool; and, 360 degree views of The Bahamas. Plus, the villa has a dock on the azure blue water! Are you ready for this? It also includes an SUV; a 26 foot power boat; a BIG golf cart; membership in The Club at Emerald Bay which includes the use of a Greg Norman designed oceanfront golf course; and you can have access to over 150 properties all over the world to visit through the Resort To Resort membership!

And…there are still a few aspects of fractional ownership to pay attention to. The fractional model at February Point is designed to have each owner purchase specific sections of the year. The first one in gets the prime times. So, if you own a piece of February and you want to visit in August you will need to work that out with your other owners or the management company. Also, how do you manage your personal possessions that you want to enjoy when you are at your fractional ownership villa? There are storage facilities available, and the management company unpacks your stuff before you arrive. But, you only have a limited amount of “stuff” to pack into your storage space, so you definitely know your piece of Paradise is not just yours.

What do I know? But, I believe that there is still an upside appreciation waiting for those that jump into the fractional ownership opportunities at February Point! Great Exuma is linked by a narrow bridge to Little Exuma, which used to be a “Caribbean” backwater. Today it still has fewer than 4,000 inhabitants, but all that is changing. With February Point’s oceanfront settings, the luxury amenities of the resort, the furnishings that come with the fractional ownership of the villas, and the tax advantages of The Bahamas, it is a very appealing option for those wanting to own a piece of Paradise. Until next time…your Caribbean detective remains on duty!