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Inside Background
Culture 
Junkanoo is a big festival for the locals of the Bahamas.  It is held the day...
Last edited: 09 October 2008
History 
In 1492, Christopher Columbus made his first landfall in the New World on the...
Last edited: 29 August 2007
Recommended Reading 
Besides the obvious travel books about the Bahamas such as Fodor’s, Frommer’s...
Last edited: 26 September 2006
Tourist Board Info 
You can find online information regarding the Bahamas at the Ministry of...
Last edited: 18 September 2008
Bahamian Recipe Specialties 
Bahamian Peas and Rice 1/2 pound bacon 1 large onion, chopped 2 med. stalks...
Last edited: 10 June 2006
Introduction 
The Bahamas is an archipelago consisting of over 700 islands and cays.  About...
Last edited: 29 April 2008
Native Cocktails 
Bahama Mama 1 /14oz Bacardi Gold rum 1 1/2 oz. Nassau Royale Liqueur 2 ozs...
Last edited: 14 June 2006
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Inside Transportation
Arriving & Departing 
Arrivals Upon arrival at NASSAU International Airport (NAS) you will be asked...
Last edited: 09 October 2008
Getting Around 
Horse Drawn Surrey  Under the shade trees outside Festival ... you'll...
Last edited: 09 October 2008
Public Transportation 
In Nassau, dont be afraid to take the public local bus. It costs you USD $1.25...
Last edited: 17 May 2009
Taxis & Rental Cars 
Ministry of Transport, Aviation and Local Government Taxicab Zoned Fares for...
Last edited: 20 October 2008
Inter island transportation 
  There are several transportation options for getting to and from the out...
Last edited: 27 March 2006
Shuttle Vans 
  Airport Shuttles Some Packages include vouchers for Shuttle Vans.  Most of...
Last edited: 27 March 2006
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Inside Things to Do
Day Trips 
Some cruise ship travelers or those on a short business trip may only have a...
Last edited: 13 October 2008
Family Travel 
Kids are certainly excited by their arrival in the bahamas.  What's not to...
Last edited: 10 October 2008
First-time Visitors 
  First Time to The Bahamas If it's your first time the The Islands Of The...
Last edited: 10 October 2008
Nightlife 
There are many venues and clubs throughout the Bahamas.  Some islands have...
Last edited: 10 October 2008
Off the Beaten Path 
Potters Cay - Nassau At the base of the easternmost bridge connecting...
Last edited: 06 June 2006
Sports & Activities 
Golf There are three 3 golf courses in the Nassau/ Paradise Island area: The...
Last edited: 01 November 2009
Castaway Cay 
Castaway Cay is a 1000 acre island in the Bahamas operated exclusively for the...
Last edited: 11 November 2009
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Inside Dining Scene
Dining Overview 
The Prop Club The Prop Club at the Sheraton Our Lucaya has a Jimmy Buffet feel...
Last edited: 24 April 2007
Breakfast 
Although most hotels have breakfast available on the premises, there are other...
Last edited: 15 June 2006
Cheap Eats 
The best way to stretch you're budget in the bahamas is to eat local food from...
Last edited: 06 November 2006
Dining with a View 
For Dining with a view, you can't beat the stunning views from Dune, located at...
Last edited: 24 April 2007
Family-friendly Dining 
For family-friendly dining, Small Hope Bay Lodge (www.smallhope.com) hits a...
Last edited: 26 August 2009
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Inside For Foreign Visitors
Banks & Money 
US Dollars are equal to the Bahamian Dollar 1:1 and readily accepted throughout...
Last edited: 29 January 2009
Crossing the Border 
If you are traveling from the United States to the Bahamas you need either a...
Last edited: 28 December 2007
Emergencies 
  Medical Facilities ~ The island has a clinic, Harbour Island Health Clinic...
Last edited: 10 October 2007
Important Phrases 
Althought there is no language barrier between the English speaking world and...
Last edited: 14 July 2008
Telephones 
The Bahams uses the Area Code 242.  The local phone system is useable, but not...
Last edited: 06 June 2006
Tipping & Etiquette 
Gratuities ALL FOOD, whether self serve or served at the table will have an...
Last edited: 30 April 2008
Currency Exchange 
If you are traveling from the US, there is no need to change your money.  US...
Last edited: 27 March 2006
Customs 
Arrivals - Customs and Duties for tourist are pretty lenient.  US traveler can...
Last edited: 27 March 2006
Taxes 
Hotel Taxes and fees All licensed hotels collect a hotel tax of...
Last edited: 13 July 2006
Travel Tips 
Once in the Bahamas you'll find some things very familiar.  The US dollar is...
Last edited: 07 November 2006
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