Vacation Express to Launch Nonstop Service Between New Orleans and Grand Bahama Island This May

Vacation Express recently announced new, direct service to Freeport, The Bahamas on Grand Bahama Island from New Orleans. Beginning May 27, exclusive nonstop flights to Grand Bahama Island will depart weekly from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport through June 26 for quick, four-night escapes.

In celebration of this new service and in support of local Bahamian hero and shooting guard for the NBA's New Orleans Pelicans, Buddy Hield, The Bahamas Tourist Office is promoting these non-stop flights with a booth featuring giveaways, travel vouchers and more at games held at the Smoothie King Center on January 23, February 23 and March 14.

The nonstop flights will be operated by Sunwing Airlines on a Boeing 737-800 offering the carrier’s signature Champagne Service, which includes a complimentary bag of pretzels, in-flight entertainment and a complimentary beverage. 

All passengers are permitted one free carry-on bag and the option to upgrade. Upgrades start at only $20 each way for Preferred Seating with the option to upgrade to Elite Plus for only $39 each way, which includes amenities such as priority check-in, seating with extra legroom and a free checked bag weighing up to 44 pounds.

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