Experience Paradise in the Bahamas

Are you looking for a holiday on a beach with golden sands and blue waters? It is suggested you visit the Islands of the Bahamas, considered to be the best in the world.  Officially known as the Commonwealth of the Bahamas, this English speaking island country is part of the Atlantic Ocean and made of 29 beautiful islands, each having several wonders to explore.  The economics of this island nation is based on tourism and today, this nation ranks as the most prosperous among the Caribbean countries.

Let’s go through some of the major attractions in the island.

Sailing is a popular attraction in the islands. The place where sailing is really popular and a must visit island is Abacos.  This place has it all from incredible reef diving to sailing.  I can assure you that you will have a wonderful time on this island.  However, the fun just doesn’t end with sailing and being in the water, there are magnificent island bars here and more the popular ones here are Nippers and Miss Emily’s Blue Bee.

Eleuthera:

Eleuthera is all about lovely beaches.  It’s all about golden sands and blue waters. There are plenty of things to do here, there’s the ‘Devil’s Backbone,’ for wreck divers to explore besides some upscale boutiques at Harbour island. Besides, you can also do the things one normally does on any beach, sunbathing and the other normal stuff.

Andros:

Andos ranks as the largest of all the islands of Bahamas.  The place is full of adventure and is a favorite amongst bone fishermen and divers for some years now.

Exumus:

This is another place frequented by adventure seekers.  There are 365 cays spread over 100 miles or so. Then there is the famous Exuma Cays Land & Sea Park.

Bahamas is not just about a holiday that includes sea and sands; it’s definitely more than that.  One needs to visit the interior areas of the island to witness the unique Bahamian way of life.  The island also has a rich history and ancient sites to be visited besides some natural wonders as well.

There are forts, caves, the famous “The Fountain of the Youth,” then there’s the endangered Bahamas parrot besides a rare species of flowers.  You can also witness an event similar to the one in the UK, the changing of guards at the Government House.

The Nassau/Paradise Island has many attractions ranging from the Rawson Square, the Prince George Wharf and some historical old buildings.  If you need information about the country, the Tourism ministry’s office is housed amongst the building here.

The Grand Bahama Island is a mix of ecological wonders along with modern attractions and historical monuments.  I can guarantee you will only wish to return back to the place again and again.

Traveling to the Bahamas

The most important airports of the islands are at Nassau, Freeport, New Providence and Grand Bahama.  One can align at any of these airports.  Nassau and New Providence has a bus system, more popularly known as ‘Jitneys.’  However, bus frequencies to the other islands are limited and one needs to take care of this fact.

Accommodation facilities in the Bahamas

Bahamas ranks as one of the prime tourism destination in the world and as such there are accommodation facilities aplenty in this island.  Some of the popular landmarks to stay are at St Francis Resort, Rock House, and Bell Channel Inn.

Which is the best time of the year to visit the Bahamas?

The beginning of the year sees very cold weather in the islands.  January and February are very cold.  The following calm and relaxing weather of the months from March to July is ideal one’s visit.  This period also sees the island full of tourists.  This period of late spring and early summer is the time when hotel rates touch new highs and other facilities also get costlier.

The following months of July onwards sees the mercury rising to unprecedented highs and one should avoid visiting the place after July.

Hence, a visit in the early months should be enough.

In conclusion, a visit to the Bahamas is a must to all you travel freaks.  Bahamas is the ultimate tourism destination.  It has so many things to explore.  One only needs to be there to see the place for himself.  So go ahead and plan your next travel outing to the Bahamas.