Frequently Asked Questions
This multi-day event in The Bahamas is to celebrate FAU Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute’s vision to establish a queen conch farm in every Caribbean nation for the sake of the species, ecosystem, and people who depend on the fishery. The event will take place March 9 – 11, 2023, at the Grand Hyatt, Baha Mar in Nassau. Our goal is to bring together those who share our desire to see one of the most important fisheries in the region, which sustains many local populations, restored.
All the events will be taking place at the Grand Hyatt Baha Mar in Nassau, Bahamas.
1 Baha Mar Blvd, Nassau, The Bahamas
Tel: +1 242-788-1234
Bahamar.grand@hyatt.com
Thursday, March 9
4 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Welcome Cocktail
Light bites and beverages
Casual attire
Bimini Terrace
Friday, March 10
9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Power Catamaran/Snorkeling Excursion
Learn more about the Queen of the Sea from Megan Davis, Ph.D.
Light bites and beverages
Meet at the Baha Mar Pier at 9:15 a.m.
*Please note you must RSVP directly to: Texa Gaya at mgaya@fau.edu
*There is a maximum capacity therefore you must register in advance*
5:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Saving the Queen of the Sea
Dinner & dancing
Cocktail attire
Bimini Terrace
Saturday, March 11
Join us anytime between 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Farewell Breakfast
Bimini Terrace
Casual attire
Please RSVP your attendance for the weekend’s events by visiting:
https://www.fau.edu/hboi/conch/queen-of-the-sea-rsvp/
Please be sure to select each event that you will be attending.
Please reserve your hotel room at the Grand Hyatt Baha Mar by visiting:
https://www.hyatt.com/en-US/group-booking/NASGH/G-FAUM
Group code is: G-FAUM
Please note: *Please book your room at the Grand Hyatt by February 9.*
Yes, but please make sure to still RSVP to the events by visiting:
https://www.fau.edu/hboi/conch/queen-of-the-sea-rsvp/
The dress code for the reception and dinner on Friday, March 10 is cocktail attire.
Dress code is resort casual for both the welcome reception and farewell breakfast.
There are dozens of commercial flights from many major cities in the US, Canada and Europe on a daily basis. Domestic flights are also available within The Bahamas. Check with your travel agent or preferred carrier.
Yes. Passports must be valid at time of entry through departure (throughout the duration of stay).
With plenty of taxis available at the airport, this preferred method of transport will cost about $25.00. If you prefer private transportation, this can be arranged in advance, by emailing the transportation company at reservations@mtsbahamas.com or by visiting: Select a Service (groundwidgets.com).
As of September 2022, the Covid-19 testing requirement for entering has been eliminated. Restrictions and regulations may change with little or no advanced notice. Please review the guidance before traveling by visiting: www.bahamas.com.
