Often referred to singularly, The Bimini Islands are actually two islands -- North and South Bimini. Most island activity takes place on North Bimini where the majority of the local population lives. If the islands weren’t so close to the Florida coast, many feel they would have gone unnoticed.

Settled in the early 1920s, The Bimini Islands once served as a base of operations for rumrunners from Nassau. Once Prohibition took effect in the United States, the economy began to prosper. And when famed author Ernest Hemingway found his way here in 1935 -- The Bimini Islands started to come into their own.

When Hemingway wasn’t drinking in local saloons, writing memorable novels or starting fights with locals (and visitors), he unknowingly tapped into a resource that would ultimately bring The Bimini Islands to national prominence -- game fishing.

Today The Bimini Islands attract sportfishermen from all over the globe, and game fishing remains the main island attraction. It’s also a popular destination for those seeking a fun weekend getaway.