Sunday August 23rd marked an historic day for our country. The Ms. Universe 2009 pageant was held at Atlantis in Nassau, Bahamas. This was a very proud moment for our small country. The eyes of the world were watching!
The contestants arrived weeks before the pageant and was fortunate to have traveled to various parts of our beautiful country to witness the island life. 29 of the contestants visited Abaco and was toured through parts of Treasure Cay and Green Turtle Cay and then on for a fun filled day at Manjack Cay on a beautiful beach. Our very own Krista who works in the office with me was honored to have been asked to escort these ladies around the charming settlement of GreenTurtle. Krista is a Rotarian and several Rotarians were asked to take part.
The videos during the pageant featured beautiful Abaco Real Estate and highlighted our pristine unspoiled beaches along with showing what its like to live the island life. Many people visit our shores years after year to enjoy this lifestyle and eventually decide that they have to own their own little piece of paradise here in Abaco. Many of the contestants were expressing their desire to return to our lovely country.
The pageant made history itself. It was the first time in the pageant's history that the outgoing queen crowned its successor who was from the same country. Stefania Fernadaz, Ms. Venezula, was crown queen of Ms. Universe 2009! Congratulations to her.
The Bahamas will be remembered for hosting the historic event.
Your Abaco Real Estate Agent
~Mailin Sands
