Bahamas Vacations

Overview

The Bahamas consists of many different islands and cays that combine to form an archipelago. An independent English speaking country, it is located in the Atlantic Ocean to the north of Cuba and the Caribbean Sea and southeast of the United States. With an estimated population of around 330,000, the Bahamas is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world and is full of incredible beaches and breathtaking scenery.

Activities & Attractions

There are a ton of different activities and attractions available for tourists in the Bahamas. There are many popular beaches, namely Ten Bay Beach, Guana Beach and Treasure Cay Beach.

Nassau, the nation's capital, is a popular destination that has lots of historical buildings, casinos and shopping. Another famous site located near Nassau is Ardastra Gardens, Zoo and Conservation Center. It houses many birds, animals and reptiles, some which are endangered species. Blue Lagoon Island and Stingray City are other popular attractions located near Nassau.

Bullock Harbor, Chub Cay, Eleuthera Islands, and Exuma Islands are some of the other great attractions in the country. Some of the famous festivals that attract people from all over the world are the Bahamas International Film Festival and Junkanoo. Activities like jet skiing, fishing, sailing, kayaking, snorkeling, scuba diving, boating, parasailing and wind surfing are also a source of fun in the Bahamas.

Lodging

When it comes to lodging in the Bahamas, many travelers prefer staying at one of the many luxury resorts available. This is a great option and you are sure to love their luscious accommodations. One of the best things to do if you are planning to stay in one of these resorts is to take advantage of available deals and discounts. Many luxury resorts have special package deals that allow you to combine different services and get discounted prices for doing so. There are many Web sites that give prospective tourists all sorts of information. A few of them are listed below in the resources section.

Transportation

When it comes to transportation, there are many different options including different forms of cost efficient public transportation. However, the majority of destinations in the Bahamas will not require you to worry about transportation at all because resorts are often self-contained and have amenities accessible by foot. This is why many people will walk to the places they want to go to and utilize public transportation only when necessary. In addition, hotels may offer their guests free bus and shuttle services for getting to many popular tourist attractions.