Return of Family Island Festivals

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – The raising of the regatta sails in Exuma this weekend signaling a boost for Family Islands.

Jerome Sawyer takes a look at the economic and social impact of the return of these events to the Family Islands.

Around the country, organizers and festival fans get ready to pack “their bags” for the return of dozens of festivals, fishing Tournaments, and homecomings and that means cash registers ringing.

In communities like Mangrove Cay, Andros organizers of an annual seafood festival are getting ready to welcome the crowds back.