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Inside Background
Culture 
Some visitors find Freeport kitschy and tacky and, in fact, it is a town...
Last edited: 15 February 2007
Health & Safety 
It might seem unnatural to worry about safety in such a tropical paradise but...
Last edited: 21 June 2006
History 
Freeport is the second largest city in the islands and it has a growing...
Last edited: 19 June 2006
Tourist Board Info 
The official website for the Grand Bahama Island Tourism Board is...
Last edited: 16 June 2006
Weather & When to Go 
The best time to visit Freeport is September-May. This is when the weather is...
Last edited: 19 June 2006
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Inside Transportation
Arriving & Departing 
Freeport is only 55 miles east of Miami and it is easily accessible by...
Last edited: 27 December 2008
Getting Around 
Freeport is very easy to navigate although there are many dead ends and...
Last edited: 24 June 2006
Public Transportation 
Public transportation in Freeport can often be unreliable and disorganized...
Last edited: 24 June 2006
Taxis & Rental Cars 
Renting a car Renting a car is fairly easy in Freeport. You can do so at the...
Last edited: 17 January 2008
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Inside Things to Do
Nightlife 
You will be surprised at how many nightlife hotspots there are in Freeport...
Last edited: 19 June 2006
The Performing Arts 
The performing arts are ubiquitous in Freeport. Most of the night scene...
Last edited: 23 June 2006
Shopping 
 The main shopping area for tourists in Freeport is at Port Lucaya...
Last edited: 27 December 2008
Sports & Activities 
There is a lot more to do in Freeport than just sunbathing and swimming in...
Last edited: 24 June 2006
Pat & Diane Snorkeling 
One-of-a-kind snorkeling tour that is for all ages.  A short catamaran ride to...
Last edited: 02 November 2009
Pinetree Stables 
Pinetree Stables offers scenic 2-hour rides on Grand Bahama for  $85/per...
Last edited: 24 July 2008
Xanadu Undersea Adventures 
Xanadu Undersea Adventures web site is www.xanadudive.com E-mail is...
Last edited: 04 February 2007
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Inside Dining Scene
Dining Overview 
You'll be glad to find out that dining out in Freeport is significantly cheaper...
Last edited: 05 February 2007
After Deck 
Formerly Cally's, After Deck sports a new tropical ambience and upgraded...
Last edited: 15 October 2009
Agave 
Located at Port Lucaya Marketplace, across from Shenanigan's Irish Pub, Agave...
Last edited: 10 July 2009
Bahama Mama 
A small bar in the back of Port Lucaya Marketplace next to Giovannis.  Popular...
Last edited: 10 July 2009
Banana Bay 
A popular expat hangout, Banana Bay is set on beautiful Fortune Beach, just...
Last edited: 10 July 2009
Barracuda's 
A pool bar at the Our Lucaya resort.
Last edited: 10 July 2009
Becky's Restaurant & Lounge 
Authentic Bahamian food in a family-style setting.  East Beach and Sunrise...
Last edited: 10 July 2009
Bikini Bottom Bar & Grill 
The "place to be" for expats, locals and tourists alike on Saturday nights...
Last edited: 07 September 2009
Billy Joe's On the Beach 
Located on the Beach next to the Reef Village at Our Lucaya resort, Billy Joe's...
Last edited: 10 July 2009
Cappuccino s Italian Restaurant 
Italian restaurant located at Port Lucaya Marketplace.  Popular for early bird...
Last edited: 03 June 2008
Carribbean Cafe 
The only true Bahamian dining experience in Port Lucaya Marketplace, Caribbean...
Last edited: 10 July 2009
China Cafe 
Located at Port Lucaya Marketplace behind Rum Runners and across from Caribbean...
Last edited: 10 July 2009
Churchill's 
Churchill's Steak House specializes in High-end fine dining.  Located at the...
Last edited: 10 July 2009
Coconuts at Island Seas Resort 
Pool bar setting at the Island Seas Resort, Coconuts serves up Bahamian dishes...
Last edited: 10 July 2009
Dive Inn Bar & Grill 
Located at UNEXSO at Port Lucaya Marketplace, Dive Inn serves inexpensive lunch...
Last edited: 10 July 2009
Domino's Pizza 
Just like at home, Dominos offers pizza specials for takeout and delivery...
Last edited: 10 July 2009
East Asian Cuisine 
East offers a fusion of Thai, Japanese and Korean cuisine that is on the more...
Last edited: 20 February 2009
Ferry House Restaurant 
The Ferry House sits along the Lucayan waterway, adjacent to the Pelican Bay...
Last edited: 08 April 2009
Flamingo Restaurant 
Located inside the Best Western Castaway hotel next to the International Bazaar.
Last edited: 10 July 2009
Giovanni's Cafe 
Popular for early bird specials starting at 5:00 PM, Giovannis serves Italian...
Last edited: 10 July 2009
Grouper Grill 
Located at the Ocean Reef Yacht Club on Bahama Reef, Grouper Grill serves basic...
Last edited: 10 July 2009
Hammerheads Beach Bar 
Pool bar at the Our Lucaya resort, Hammerheads features live music on some...
Last edited: 10 July 2009
Iries 
Located at the Westin Our Lucaya resort, across the path from the Isle of Capri...
Last edited: 13 June 2008
Island Java 
A coffee shop and bakery at Port Lucaya Marketplace, on Royal Palm across from...
Last edited: 10 July 2009
La Dolce Vita Italian Restaurant 
La Dolce Vita is a small, Italian place that features homemade pasta.  Open 11am
Last edited: 08 April 2009
La Dolce Vita Italian Restaurant 
Serving homemade pasta and Italian delicacies, La Dolce Vita is fine Italian...
Last edited: 10 July 2009
Le Med Mediterranean Restaurant 
Le Med is located at Port Lucaya Marketplace, near Reef Tours and Da Conch Man...
Last edited: 10 July 2009
Luciano's 
Serving gourmet French cuisine, Luciano's is one of Grand Bahama's finest...
Last edited: 10 July 2009
Mahi Mahi Seafood Restaurant 
At the Sunrise Resort & Marina, Mahi Mahi seafood restaurant lives up to...
Last edited: 10 July 2009
Margarita Villa 
Popular sandy-bottomed expat hangout in Mather Town, just down the beach from...
Last edited: 10 July 2009
Outriggers Native Restaurant 
Home to the native fish fry at Smith Point on Wednesday Nights, Outriggers is...
Last edited: 10 July 2009
Pier One 
Newly rebuilt following it's destruction during the hurricanes of 2004, Pier...
Last edited: 10 July 2009
Pisces Seafood House & Pizzeria 
Known for it's pizza, Pisces also features a wide selection of curry dishes...
Last edited: 10 July 2009
Quizno's 
International sub sandwich chain located at Port Lucaya Marketplace next to...
Last edited: 10 July 2009
Ruby Swiss 
Once known for it's black-tie dining and gourmet European menu, Ruby Swiss has...
Last edited: 10 July 2009
Rum Runners 
Located in lively Port Lucaya Marketplace, immediately adjoining Count Basie...
Last edited: 10 July 2009
Sabor Restaurant 
Sabor is an Asian-infused Bahamian fine dining restaurant at the Pelican Bay...
Last edited: 08 April 2009
Shenanigan's Irish Pub 
The most popular Irish Pub on Grand Bahama, Shenanigans features several kinds...
Last edited: 10 July 2009
Simply Native Outback Restaurant & Bar 
Living up to it's name, Simply Native features nothing but native Bahamian...
Last edited: 10 July 2009
Sparky's Bar 
A popular late night hangout at Port Lucaya Marketplace for natives, expats and...
Last edited: 10 July 2009
Subway 
International sandwich chain serves up subs hot and cold for inexpensive prices...
Last edited: 10 July 2009
The Corner Bar & Bistro 
At Port Lucaya Marketplace, adjacent to Count Basie Square, Corner Bistro...
Last edited: 10 July 2009
The Prop Club 
Located at Our Lucaya Resort, Prop Club serves up Bahamian and American style...
Last edited: 10 July 2009
Toad's on the Beach 
Native hangout in Williams Town, just down the beach from the Island Seas...
Last edited: 10 July 2009
Tony Macaronis Conch Shack 
Famed for his Roast Conch dishes, Tony Macaronis is situated directly on Taino...
Last edited: 10 July 2009
WIlly Broadleaf 
Located at the Our Lucaya Resort, Willy Broadleaf's is open only for breakfast...
Last edited: 10 July 2009
Zorba's Greek Restaurant 
Serving Greek and Bahamian specialties in a casual setting, Zorbas is located...
Last edited: 10 July 2009
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Inside Bahamas: 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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