Work on the new international arrivals hall at Nassau's Lynden Pindling International Airport is still underway—but the departures areas are looking pretty nice and, as far as we could tell when flying out on Monday, functioning faster than they did in the past.

One improvement you may be interested in if you like a cigar or a stiff drink before waving goodbye to the Bahamas is the Graycliff Divan Airport Lounge.

This spinoff of the Graycliff hotel, restaurant and cigar company opened its double lounge—one smoking, one non-smoking—last spring opposte Gate C41 in the US departures terminal.

You may not realize it's an airport lounge at first because it looks like a tschotske-filled boutique—and in fact it is. To register for access to your lounge of choice, you must enter through the gift shop.]]> MsRebecca 2012-02-09T13:45:43-05:00 http://www.jaunted.com/story/2011/10/6/113330/626

MIA welcomes three new airlines this fall, just in time for winter getaways. Of course, you can already fly to a gazillion places from Miami International but these new airlines bring cheaper fares to the mix for destinations in the Bahamas and Mexico.

Sun Air International Airlines will begin 18 weekly flights from MIA to five destinations in the Bahamas: Bimini, Marsh Harbour, Treasure Cay and new routes to Andros Town and Governors Harbour. Great news for anyone hoping to avoid the cruise crowds in Nassau and hit up some of the smaller, more remote and luxurious islands and private resorts.

]]> MsRebecca 2011-10-06T13:05:03-05:00 http://www.jaunted.com/story/2011/6/15/10250/4625

If you want to take a break from the usual barbecue ritual for Father's Day, treat dad to a quickie getaway. There are still several last-minute deals that will make dad happy and make you look like the best child he ever had.

Check out these three last-minute trips for dad. ]]> Jennifer Kester 2011-06-15T10:02:50-05:00 http://www.jaunted.com/story/2011/6/7/74335/93979

You have less than two weeks left to get dad a Father's Day gift. Avoid going to the mall and picking out yet another tie and treat dear old pops to a vacation. We can help you out with some suggestions for some outdoorsy activities, but it's up to you to book these adventure travel packages before June 19.

Check out three adventure travel deals for dad:]]> Jennifer Kester 2011-06-07T10:30:02-05:00 http://www.jaunted.com/story/2011/3/23/2155/71345

Tax day is coming, and you are excited not because you look forward to sifting through receipts and credit card statements, but because you're getting a fat refund...probably. The economy may be on its way back up, but you should try to stretch that tax refund as far as you can.

To get the most out of your refund, head to the Bahamas.

The 700-island Bahamas are a good bet for an affordable, spontaneous and quick getaway, since they are only 50 miles off the coast of Florida and there are always plenty all-in-one vacation packages. We recommend watching the deals on sites like Travelzoo and Kayak Deals.]]> Jennifer Kester 2011-03-23T08:47:46-05:00 http://www.jaunted.com/story/2011/2/25/9652/85429

So. Charlie Sheen owns a private jet. We'd of had no idea he did, except for today the big news is that he went and flew on it down to a "private tropical island near the Bahamas" to do his "rehab" with two porn stars and his soon-to-be ex-wife Brooke Mueller. Well, Brooke has already given up on Sheen and was spotted back at Miami Airport, while Sheen has talked his way into getting his whole show—Two and a Half Men—cancelled for the rest of the season. Oh, and he also managed to have a little private jet photoshoot before setting off.

Here's hoping customs & immigration makes a full sweep of that jet whenever he returns from his tropical departure, because they don't allow you to go on private island rehab if you're in jail. ]]> JetSetCD 2011-02-25T09:31:16-05:00 http://www.jaunted.com/story/2010/8/19/194718/168

Labor Day is almost here, which means one thing: three-day weekend. It's your last chance to enjoy the summer with a great quickie trip.

Check out our three picks for Labor Day weekend getaways:

· Bahamas
Travelzoo is offering a great deal to Paradise Island: $299 for four nights in the Comfort Suites Paradise Island and round-trip airfare. You'll also get entry into Atlantis Resort's Aquaventure Water Park (adjacent to the hotel) and a daily breakfast. Warning: It's hurricane season in the Bahamas; hurricanes occur infrequently, but check the weather before booking.]]> Jennifer Kester 2010-08-20T09:06:24-05:00 Search Jaunted string http://www.jaunted.com/search/