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King & Queen of the Universe

Bahamians are warm and hospitable people and are known for giving our visitors the royal treatment. Given these trying economic times, tell us how you feel we can improve on this? Hawaiians say “Aloha”; Israelis say “Shalom”, Jamaicans say “E’ry t’ing irie” – is there a sentimental word, phrase or slogan in the Bahamian dialect that would convey our welcoming spirit?

• 4 Days & 3 Nights in the Royal Towers at Atlantis Paradise Island for 2 persons (all room taxes, gratuities, service charges included)
  Compliments of Atlantis Bahamas
• 2 Tickets to the Miss Universe Finals in the Imperial Ballroom, Atlantis Resort.
  Compliments of The Ministry of Tourism & Aviation
• Dinner reservations for Four (4) persons at SeaFire Restaurant, Marina Village
  Compliments of Atlantis Bahamas
• Evening Gown for the Pageant
  Compliments of La Rose Boutique
• 3 Days & 2 Nights Family Island Getaway
  Compliments of Bahama Out Islands Promotion Board
• Tickets for 2 on Bahamasair (if winner comes from a Family Island)
  Compliments of Bahamasair

2nd Prize

• 2 Tickets to the Coronation Ball
  Compliments of The Ministry of Tourism & Aviation

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Universal Beauty Makeover

The environment is extremely important to us all and the Government has taken the lead in staffing the clean-up, clearing of the roadside verges, planting flowering plants, opening spaces and providing access to public beaches. It is important that we continue this community makeover long after Miss Universe has come and gone. It’s time for a new beginning in all aspects of our lives, nominate someone whom you feel deserves a beauty and fitness makeover and say why Fashion consultation and tips tailored to suit your new style.

• 3 Month Membership to Mystical Fitness
  Compliments of Mystical Fitness
• Spa Treatments & Skin Care Products
  Compliments of Windermere
• 3 Days & 2 Nights Family Island Getaway
  Compliments of Bahama Out Islands Promotion Board

2nd Prize

• 2 Tickets to the Miss Universe to the Designer’s Fashion Show
  Compliments of The Ministry of Tourism & Aviation

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Pageant Party In My Universe

Hosting the Miss Universe Pageant represents a major coup for The Bahamas – we are the ‘vacation centre of the universe.’ What are some of the out-of-the-box, big ideas that you feel the Ministry of Tourism & Aviation should consider to keep the momentum going and capitalize on this coveted position to attract more and more visitors to our shores and impact the GDP. Tell us why you should win a get together with friends to watch Miss Universe Pageant on a new plasma screen TV.

• 50” JVC Plasma TV
  Compliments of Furniture Plus
• $250.00 Gift Certificate from City Markets
  Compliments of City Markets
• 3 Days & 2 Nights Family Island Getaway
  Compliments of Bahama Out Islands Promotion Board

2nd Prize

• 2 tickets to State Gift Auction Dinner (Nassau) or Swimsuit Presentation (Grand Bahama Island)
  Compliments of The Ministry of Tourism & Aviation

Building Blocks of the Universe

The Grand Ole Dame, Nassau’s sassy Downtown is making a big come back!  The romance that once graced this national treasure and characterized its stately buildings and tiny streets is due for a major spruce up!  Tell us what DIY (do it yourself) efforts you are engaged in to enhance and upgrade the curb appeal of your personal universe and how you would use the resources provided in this prize to improve your living space in the community

• $1000 Voucher to celebrate Grand Opening of Builder’s Mall, Wulff Road to be used for your choice of building supplies including building blocks, tiles, power tools, paint, roofing materials, bathroom/kitchen fixtures and more
  Compliments of Builder’s Square
• Case of Sands Beer to help cement the deal
  Compliments of Bahamas Brewery

Princess of the Universe (ages 8-15)

There is a lot of talk about Climate Change. As Princess of your universe, what are you and your friends doing to protect your island?

• Miss University Registration for me and a friend
  Compliments of The Ministry of Tourism
• Matching Mommy & Daughter Hand Bags
  Compliments of Bahama Out Hand Prints
• Tickets to an age-appropriate concert at Atlantis with a Friend and Chaperone
  Compliments of Bahama Out Islands Promotion Board
• Deportment/Modeling and Etiquette Classes
  Compliments of Yodephy

* Bahamasair tickets to Nassau (if winner is from a Family Island)

Best Island in the Universe

My island is the best island in The Island in the Universe. As Island Ambassador tell us why you qualify to play official host to the Miss Universe Pageant entourage when they come to visit your island? * Contest is open to residents of Abaco, Bimini, Eleuthera, Exuma.

• “Island Ambassador” on the Official Welcoming Committee for Miss Universe Contestants when they visit your island
  Compliments of The Ministry of Tourism & Aviation
• Lunch & Tour with Contestants
  Compliments of The Ministry of Tourism & Aviation
• Photo with Contestants
  Compliments of The Ministry of Tourism & Aviation
• 2 Days/1 Night Trip for Island Ambassador & a guest to Nassau to watch the Miss Universe Pageant at Atlantis on the big screen.
  Compliments of The Ministry of Tourism & Aviation

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Email your entry

Alternatively, you can email your entries to any of the following addresses:
astuart@bahamas.com
brolle@bahamas.com

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• Contest dates are July 1 to July 24, 2009
• Entries must be submitted by 11:59pm on July 24, 2009 to Tourismtoday.com/mu2009
• Questions could be answered by an essay of 100 words or more or by a 2 minute mpeg or wmv video answering all aspects of the question.
• A select panel will judge the entries and the decision of the judges is Final.
• Entries become the property of The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism & Aviation and cannot be returned to the sender
• Contest is open to ALL legal residents of The Commonwealth of The Bahamas except employees of the Atlantis Resort (Bahamas) and The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism & Aviation.
• By entering this contest, All winners agree to allow The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism & Aviation to use their entries for promotional and advertising matters.
• Winners will be announced on July 31, 2009 and The Ministry of Tourism & Aviation has the right to use all photos or likeness in advertising and promotional matters.
• For a complete list of rules and regulations, contact, The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism & Aviation, Onshore Communications Department or visit tourismtoday.com.

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