About the Bahamas

Visiting the Bahamas usually includes lounging on beautiful beaches, diving or snorkeling in the world's third largest barrier reef and visiting the world renowned Atlantis resort on Paradise Island and capital city of Nassau. There are over 700 islands and cays in the Bahamas, 23 of which are populated and many of which are grouped by name into chains of islands such as the Exumas islands.

Bahamians celebrate their independence on the tenth of July, the day in 1973 when the Bahamas islands became independent from the UK. Since the Bahamas islands are only 50 miles off the Florida coast, it is a short stop away for Americans to enjoy all the benefits of the Caribbean islands. Further simplifying travel, English is spoken throughout the islands and the Bahamian dollar (BSD) is kept at par with the US dollar.

The Bahamas' Islands

Abaco - The Abaco Islands are a boomerang-shaped group of islands that are known for boat-building, sailing and yachting. The Abaco islands are located in the northeastern Bahamas.

Andros - Andros is home to the oldest dive resort which is made famous by the impressive "Andros Barrier reef." It is also known as the Bone-fishing capital of the world. Andros is located east of Nassau.

Bimimi - The Bimimi Islands are known best for big game fishing boating and wild dolphin excursions. They are also known by many simply because they are the closest islands to the coast of Florida.

Cat Island - Cat Island is secluded and romantic. The beautiful private beaches attract many honeymooners and other visitors who are looking for a peaceful ocean getaway. Cat island is located 130 miles southeast of Nassau.

Eleuthera - Eleuthera is known for its miles of unspoiled beaches of glistening pink and white sand. It also boasts great surfing, and diving. Eleuthera also has charming colonial villages and rolling acres of pineapple plantations. It is located 60 miles east of Nassau.

Exumas - The Exumas include 365 cays and islands stretching over 120 miles. The main islands are Great Exuma at one end and Little Exuma on the other. Their central location in the Bahamas and variety of small cays make them ideal for cruising in a yacht. With the new Four Seasons at Emerald Bay and other major developments soon to come, the Exumas are quickly becoming the foremost resort destination in the Family Islands.

Grand Bahama - Grand Bahama Island offers all of the natural beauty that often makes dreams come true. The long sandy beaches offer views of emerald green waters meeting the azure sky.

Nassau/Paradise Island - Nassau/Paradise Island is the most popular island in the Bahamas because it is the cultural, political and economic center. It is a cosmopolitan center with activities to satisfy any traveler.