A Bahamas vacation is what many of us think of when we dream of an island getaway. Pristine beaches, clear blue skies, glistening water, balmy weather, and a perfect breeze: All are the calling cards of the Bahamas. A destination for weekend trips, weddings, and family holidays, the Bahama Islands offers something for everyone and warmly welcomes all.
An Archipelago of Islands, Cays and ReefsComprised of nearly 700 islands and more than 2,000 cays, the Bahamas in the West Atlantic Ocean is located about 75 miles away from Florida’s Palm Beach. With a semitropical climate and average temperatures between 70°F-80°F in the winter and 80°F-90°F in the summer, the Bahamas is a go-to destination year-round.
Three core islands define it: New Providence Island (Nassau/Cable Beach), Paradise Island (the famed Atlantis casino resort), and Grand Bahama Island (Freeport/Lucaya). These three islands offer vacationers lovely beaches, fine dining, entertainment, and gambling. Capital city Nassau provides the country’s cultural, social, and political center.
New Providence Island and Paradise Island are connected by two bridges, plus a very practical ferry service. Their main hotel and beach areas are no more than 30 minutes apart, making it easy for vacationers to experience both islands with a quick hop between.
For budget travelers, consider staying in Nassau and making the commute to the beachside. To cross the bridge, it’s a mere $1 per vehicle. Travel in the Bahamas is common by taxi, scooter, bicycle, car, or jitney. As for a Grand Cayman vacation, you can find a fair share of casino and glitz too, plus some the finest diving and hiking in the world.
The Out Islands Too
If you’re looking for a quieter experience with fewer crowds, then definitely consider the Out Islands – the furthest most islands in the archipelago, which showcase amazing diving, stunning beaches, and a lower vacation price overall. The more well-known islands include The Abacos, Bimini, The Berry Islands, Andros, historic Eleuthera (Gregory Town), Exuma Bahamas, and Long Island (of the Southern Bahamas).
Here, your Bahamas vacation can be as laid-back or recreational as you like. Popular activities include snorkeling, boating and impact diving, treasure-hunting and honeymooning! Search a traveler review site and chances are you’ll find that the Out Islands make up more than half of the Bahamas’ top-rated hotels. Indeed, though perhaps “undiscovered” to many, the Out Islands and all they have to offer clearly leave a lasting impression.
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