Preview: Technically, the Bahamas lie outside the boundaries of the Caribbean. But, except for a few days when the islands are cooled by winter’s chill, you’ll have a hard time telling the difference. These 700 islands, sprinkled like seashells across shallow water, share the same sun, sand, and festive atmosphere as their southern neighbors. Although there are many islands, only 20 of these landforms are populated. A trip to the Bahamas can be as quiet or as active as the two of you choose. For privacy and a real island atmosphere, select one of the Family Islands like Eleuthera, tiny Harbour Island (where motorized transportation means a golf cart), or San Salvador (site of Columbus’ first landfall in the New World). For a more active vacation, Grand Bahama offers golf, casino gambling, and even the chance to swim with dolphins. But for most vacationers, a Bahama vacation includes a trip to Nassau, the capital city located on the island of New Providence. Nassau tempts travelers with glitzy shows, top duty-free shopping, and water that’s as beautiful as any found in the Caribbean. Just a half-hour flight from Miami, this island may be just a stone’s (or a conch shell’s) throw from the US mainland, but Nassau gives visitors a wonderful taste of Caribbean life. The atmosphere is a delightful combination of British and Caribbean. This chapter contains romantic places to stay, the best restaurant discoveries, and the fun activities and special moments that a couple will remember forever.
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Duration: As long as you want
Best Time to Go: Best November through July
This travel guide comes from:
Romantic Escapes in the Caribbean Guide Book
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