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international resort circles is Paradise Island's Atlantis Resort and Casino. Often used as a setting for American and foreign hit films, idyllic Paradise Island proves that a proverbial silk purse can be made from a sow's ear. The island, after all, began commercial life as Hog Island and was used to provide livestock and groceries for Nassau neighbours across the harbour from old-time "porkers in paradise". American A and P heir Huntington Hartford II took over a Swedish industrialist's Shangri La and other Hog Island holdings, obliterated its porcine image and came up with the more appropriate name: Paradise. Hartford's holiday empire in Eden subsequently "went bust". American entertertain Merv Griffin also sold out and eventually South African Sol Kerzner became the reigning CEO of Paradise Island. He has poured millions into developing Paradise Island into the most-often visited of any single Caribbean-area destination.
Its tree shaded gardens meet the stunning beach, where the thatch-roofed Club Paradise offers steaks, seafood and sea views. A quiet location and easy-going atmosphere make this an ideal holiday choice for those whose preference is location and not sophistication. And located on a beach The island is connected to Nassau and New Providence Island by bridge and a fleet of so-called "bum boats". At the foot of the bridge is Potter's Cay, a busy islet with colourful fish and vegetable stands that are as photogenic as they are beneficial to local food budgets. The fabulous duty-free shops, tourist spots and marvellous nightlife of Paradise Island and downtown Nassau are so close by you can reach them easily by foot, moped, bike, boat, or even water taxi.
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