Nassau / Paradise Island
Nassau is the capital city and largest port of entry in the Bahamas. It is located on the Island of New Providence and home to the Lynden Pindling International airport (formerly known as Nassau International Airport). This is the largest airport in the Bahamian archipelago. Because there are so many flights to the Bahamas from the U.S., the Airport contains ... Read More...Things To Do
There is a wealth of activities and attractions in the Bahamas to suit everyone in your family. With some of the best locations for fishing, diving and sailing in the world. Here is a brief lowdown on what a vacation in the Bahamas has to offer: Bahamas Weddings and Honeymoons The romantic Bahamas are a popular destination for weddings and honeymoons. Organise ... Read More...The People and Culture of The Bahamas
Originally inhabited by native ‘Indians', over the centuries the Bahamas experienced an influx of Spanish conquistadors, English puritans, fleeing American colonists, pirates, African slaves and 20th century Asian and Mediterranean immigrants. The result of this is a population containing a rich melting pot of diverse cultures and people. The main language spoken in the Bahamas is English and the natives ... Read More...The History of The Bahamas
Christopher Columbus arrived in the Bahamas in 1492. The Spanish named the islands after the calm, clear waters that lap at the tropical shores. The name Bahamas comes from the Spanish ‘Baja Mar’, meaning shallow sea. In 1647 the British settled in the Islands and the Bahamas became a colony in1783, gaining independence from Britain in 1973. As the Spanish conquistadors came ... Read More...The Out Islands
Grand Bahama, Nassau and Paradise Island are the main, commercial tourist destinations of the Bahamas. Beyond these are a collection of islands known as the ‘Out Islands.’ If you want to experience the real Bahamas, at your own pace, with top class sailing, diving, snorkeling or golf – the Out Islands are for you. Andros At 104 miles long, Andros is ... Read More...Grand Bahama
Grand Bahama is situated just 55 miles off the coast of Florida - a well situated and convenient place for Americans seeking tropical sunshine. Port Lucaya is the most popular tourist destination on the Island, with many excellent hotels and beautiful beaches. Fishing, diving and snorkeling are prevalent activities amongst visitors. Some of the Pirates of the Caribbean film trilogy was ... Read More...Bahamas Travel Tips
Official name: Independent Commonwealth of the Bahamas Major Language: English Capital and largest city: Nassau, New Providence Monetary unit: Bahamian dollar, BS$1= US$1 1 Bahamian dollar = 100 cents. Both US and Bahamian dollars are accepted throughout the islands. Many islands have no banks / ATMs. Credit Cards are widely accepted. A combination of cash, credit cards and traveler’s checks is recommended. Visa: ... Read More...Welcome to The Bahamas
Welcome to the Bahamas . a beautiful cluster of seven hundred tropical islands that form an archipelago in the Atlantic Ocean, just 40 miles South East of the USA, off the coast of Florida.
The islands offer a unique experience . some of the best fishing, diving and sailing in the world can be found here along with secluded, uninhabited beaches that can be explored by kayak. The people here hold all kinds of festivals, regattas and parades all year round - there.s so much to see and do that whenever you decide to take your vacation you will not be disappointed. Many celebrities such as Oprah and Johnny Depp have second homes in the Bahamas and the islands have featured as a location for numerous films including James Bond and Pirates of the Caribbean.
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