About The Bahamas

The capital city is Nassau, a nice city once ruled by pirates that seems a world away from the desert-like wildlife sanctuary of Inagua. On many of the islands, tiny villages seem lifted from the Massachusetts coast and set down amongst palms, pines and iridescent sands. These beautiful islands lie only 50 miles off the Florida coast - far closer than any other destination in the Caribbean boats.

Calm waters and cooling trade winds have rightfully earned the The Bahamas an international reputation for sailing, with regattas and races held year-round. The islands are actually the birthplace of the Gulf Stream, a phenomenon that also accounts for their astonishing variety and abundance of marine life. Legendary game fish draw sport fisherman in search of the "big one," and more than 50 international fishing records have been set in these waters. The great writer / fisherman Ernest Hemingway considered the Bahamian island of Bimini a home.

crystal clear waterThe same conditions that make these islands so amenable to sailors and fisherman draw visitors to the vast and diverse underwater parks. With more than 5% of the planet's reef mass, The Bahamas offer inexhaustible pleasures and challenges to snorkelers and divers.

The natural beauty of the water extends to the thousands of miles of shoreline, which has some of the world's most stunningly beautiful and unsullied beaches. From the pink sands of Harbour Island and Eleuthera to the deserted strands of the Exumas and San Salvador, there is a lifetime of beaches to experience. Further inland are gardens and National Parks with rare and endangered species, such as the exotic Abaco Parrot and the Bahamian Iguana.

Although The Bahamas are as diverse and numerous as the days of the year, the reassuring unifier is the charm and hospitality of its people. The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism offers a People-to-People programme; an opportunity for visitors to experience a genuine and informal taste of Bahamian hospitality and culture. Volunteers holding interests similar to yours give you a taste of Bahamian life and potentially a lifelong friendship. 

 

Taking a vacation to The Bahamas can be the most exciting time for most travelers. Beautiful sandy beaches represent the relaxing atmosphere that many hard working Americans need.  The Bahamas enjoys the reputation as having some of the most beautiful beaches in the world and its proximity to the US makes it a very enticing destination for those looking for a quick weekend getaway.

To make this vacation a memorable one is important to plan ahead and make sure that all bases are covered.

Reading more about The Bahamas, deciding what activities you are looking to enjoy in your trip, and making sure you are satisfied with your accomodations are all key parts of successfully planning your vacation. Once you've done your homework, however, you can feel confident that your trip will be the dream vacation you always wanted.

There are more than 700 islands that make up The Bahamas and each has its own unique personality. Life on the smaller Islands tends to be very laid-back and are ideal for those seeking to relax by the beach.

Learning about some of the differences will help you in deciding where to go and what route to take.  Determine the main purpose of your trip will dictate which type of vacation you will embark on. Sandals offers newlyweds and romantic seeking couples the most amazing fun filled features where pampering is the order of the day.

These so called "All Inclusive" arrangements can often result in a more inexpensive propositing and can really make your romantic desires shine.

There are activities for all.  Whether you are looking for some privacy or a more activity laden setting, you can find it here.

It is important to determine what you want and we are here to help.