Bahamas
The Bahamas, a chain of 700 island jewels, are just 50 miles from the US mainland, scattered just north of Cuba up to the east coast of Florida. Nassau, located on the island of New Providence, is the hub of activity with its impressive variety of duty-free shopping, local art galleries, quaint architecture and local story-telling personalities. The Out Islands offer rustic escapism and appeal to the heart of the watersports and nature lovers who can unhurriedly sail between them to discover the unique and diverse character of each.
Quick facts:
100 sq. miles
Population 324,000
Capital: Nassau on Grand Bahama Island
Currency: Bahamian dollar
Out Islands: The Abacos, Andros, Eleuthera/Harbour Island, The Exumas, Harbour Island, Bimini, Berry Islands, Crooked Island and Long Island
Getting there (Abaco):
From US – (via connection in Nassau) American Eagle/Airlines, Delta, US Airways, Gulfstream, Bahamasair, Island Express, Continental Airlines, Comair, private charters
(into Treasure Cay) Gulfstream, Island Express, Locair, Yellow Air Taxi, Abaco Air & Air Flight Charters – private charters
(into Marsh Harbour) Bahamasir, American Eagle, Gulstream, Island Express, Locair
From UK – (via connection in Nassau) British Airways
From Germany – (via connection in West Palm Beach, FL) Lufthansa
From France – (via connection in Fort Lauderdale) Air France
Where to stay:
Our selection of private villa homes
Highlights:
The villages of white and pastel-coloured houses
The Bahamas East End and Lucayan National Park
Day trip to Rose Island
Island hopping adventure to the sister islands
Local rum cake
Annual Junkanoo Festival
Deepsea or bonefishing expedition
