Cast away in heavenly blue seas, to the east of Florida, there is an island estate that's as pleasing as a tropical sunset... It is the Bahamas Princess Resort & Casino on the island of Grand Bahama. At first sight it seems you've happened upon a Sultan's Palace. As if in a scene from ancient Araby. Plump Moorish domes and slender minarets rise above luxuriant gardens. This stylish resort is a vibrant marriage of hotel, casino and 1,000 acres of fragrant botanica, languid pools and waterfalls, golf courses and a galaxy of tennis courts. Adjacent is a colorful international bazaar of boutiques, each of which invites exploration. At the Bahamas Princess the mood is carefree; the setting that of a fragrant, well-tended Bahamian garden. Guest rooms are tranquil with decor colors pastel-soft and restful. You may choose the high-rise lifestyle of the Princess Tower. It reaches 10 stories up into the Incan descent blue of the Bahamian sky. Here are 400 guest rooms, including 19 spacious suites. Or, you may elect to stay across the road at the rambling country club, whose rooms radiate from the grotto pool. Here are 565 tasteful accommodations, including 4 more welcoming suites ideal for entertaining, plus two desirable villas. So try a little self-indulgence. It refreshes the spirit, and it's there for the asking at the Bahamas Princess. Let the good times roll at the Princess Casino. The magic of blackjack, craps, slots, roulette, and mini-baccarat beckons. And, the action goes on stage too in a glittering Las Vegas-style revue. The two 18-hole, par 72 golf courses are said to be the gems of the Caribbean. The Emerald course was designed by Dick Wilson and the Ruby by Joe Lee. Mischief was on his mind at the time. Tennis, anyone? Nine courts await. Most are floodlit for volleys under the stars. Hail the private shuttle bus and head for the near by beach club. Or take to the water in the resort's swimming pools. One is of Olympic proportion; the other is pleasingly free-form. Both are fringed with flaming bougainvillea. Note: Some of the activities are operated by independent concessionaires, including water sports activities. Dining at the Bahamas Princess is a world tour for the taste buds. Four eateries tempt at the Princess Country Club. Bahamian cuisine is Guanahani's specialty. Then there's the Patio coffee shop, and the pool side casual of the John B. The Princess Tower offers three dining choices... Morgan's Bluff is seafood sensation. La Trattoria serves only Mama's best. Lemon Peel is zestful with coffee shop fare. Princess Casino rolls the dice with gourmet dining in the Crown Room. And, just about any hour, the Garden Cafe's expansive buffet is center of attention. The Bahamas Princess is an oasis too for guests who dance the night fantastic. Awaken your spirit at any one of the lively bars or the nightclub.