ITW: Resorts of The Bahamas

The Islands of The Bahamas is an English-speaking nation consisting of two thousand cays and seven hundred islands that form an archipelago. It is located in the Atlantic Ocean, east of Florida and the United States, north of Cuba and the Caribbean, and northwest of the British overseas territory of the Turks and Caicos Islands.

Capital: Nassau
Geography: 53,558 sq mi
Population: 305,655
Religion: Anglican Christian, Roman Catholic, and Jehovah's Witness.
Language: English
Currency: Bahamian Dollar; US$ is widely accepted.
Time Zone: Eastern Time Zone
Electricity: 120 volts, 60 cycles

Entry Requirements:
All U.S. Citizens and Canadian nationals, including infants, must have a valid passport that is valid for six months past the date of first entry into Bahamas, and an onward or return ticket. A visa is not required.

Getting There:
Flying Time to the Bahamas from:
Los Angeles: 5 hrs 20 min
Atlanta: 2 hrs
New York: 2 hrs 30 min
Miami: 35 min
Dallas: 4 hrs 10 min
Toronto: 3 hrs
Vancouver: 10 hrs 10 min

Popular Shopping Items:
Straw items
Seashell jewelry
Jewelry
China
Crystal
Woodcarvings
Wools

Activities:
Scuba Diving - Exuma Islands
Sailing & Snorkeling
White-sand beaches
Waterskiing, parasailing & kayaking
Fishing
Golf
Casinos

Major Attractions:
Parliament Square: 1800's southern colonial architecture.
National Historical Museum: Arawak Indian artifacts & maps.
Ardastra Gardens: view flocks of pink flamingos.
Crystal Cay: marine park
Botanical Gardins: over 600 species of tropical flora
Fort Fincastle: get a panorama view of the harbor
Fort Charlotte: built in 1787
Fort Montagu: built in 1741

Travel Seasons:
Spring Break: March & April
Hurricane Season: June to November
Peak Season: Mid-December to April
Low Season: April to mid-December

Seasons:
Spring: Mar - May
Summer: June - August
Fall/Autumn: Sept - Nov
Winter: Dec - Feb

Weather:

Average Temperatures & Average Rainfall (inches)

High Low Rain
in.

Jan 77° 62° 1.9

Feb 78° 62° 1.6

Mar 80° 63° 1.6

Apr 82° 66° 2.1

May 85° 69° 4.6

Jun 87° 73° 9.2

Jul 89° 74° 6.2

Aug 89° 74° 8.5

Sep 88° 74° 6.8

Oct 86° 72° 6.9

Nov 82° 68° 2.2

Dec 79° 63° 2.0

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Bahamas Resort Vacations

Welcome to The Bahamas!

Enjoy a departure from everyday life with a visit to the Island of the Bahamas… a tropical paradise made up of over 700 islands nestled in crystal-clear, turquoise blue waters.

The most popular and well-known Bahamas resort destinations are the cosmopolitan capital of Nassau on New Providence Island and near-by Paradise Island, a legend unto itself.

Both offer beautiful beaches, superb watersports, championship golf and tennis, incredible dining options, dazzling entertainment, lively casinos and world-class resorts to satisfy every imaginable vacation pleasure.

Attractions

Golf

Paradise Island Resorts	Lifestyles	Dining Options	Rooms	Rating*
Atlantis Resort & Casino	Couples, Families, Singles, Mega resorts with unlimited amenities.	European Plan 19 Restaurants 24-hr Room Svc.	2,326	5
Comfort Suites	Couples, Families, Quiet resort with access to mega resort amenities.	European Plan 1 Restaurant	228	4
Cable Beach Resorts	Lifestyles	Dining Options	Rooms	Rating*
Sheraton Nassau Beach Resort	Couples, Families, Singles, Large resort	European Plan 7 Restaurants Room Svc.	700	4+
Sandals Royal Bahamian Resort & Spa	Couples only, Relaxing, Romantic Getaway, Butler Service	All-inclusive Resort 8 Restaurants Room Svc.	406	6
Wyndham Nassau Resort & Crystal Palace Casino	Couples, Families, Singles, Large resort	European Plan 6 Restaurants Room Svc.	867	4+
Nassau - Downtown Resorts	Lifestyles	Dining Options	Rooms	Rating*
British Colonial Hilton	Couples, Families, Singles, Downtown with its private beach, and close proximity to Straw Mart, and Paradise Island.	European Plan 3 Restaurants 24-hr Room Svc.	291	5
Great Exuma Resorts	Lifestyles	Dining Options	Rooms	Rating*
Sandals Emerald Bay	Couples only, Relaxing, Romantic Getaway, Secluded, intimate, Butler Service	All-inclusive Resort 5 Restaurants Room Svc.	183	6
European Plan - meals not included. *Resort Rating from 4-star Superior to 6-star Ultra Luxury

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Nassau/Paradise Island Attractions

Fort Charlotte
Built in the late 18th century to guard the western entrance to Nassau Harbour.

Fort Fincastle
Built m 1793 by Governor Lord Dunmore. At the top of the Fort is the Water Tower and Lighthouse, which is 126 feet tall and provides a panoramic view of Nassau

Queens Staircase
This steep staircase is believed to have been cut from solid limestone by slaves in the 1790's to provide an escape route from Fort Fincastle to town.

Pompey Museum
This museum was once an auction site for slaves in the 18th century. It now displays artifacts, historical documents and drawings which recount the history of slavery and emancipation in The Bahamas.

Straw Market
A lively market offers local handicraft straw goods, T-shirts, souvenirs and wood carvings. The Market is located downtown Nassau.

Ardastra Gardens & Zoo
Home of the famous marching flamingos and hundreds of animals and birds on five and a half acres of tropical tranquility.

Crystal Cay Park
The greatest show of natural marine life in the Caribbean. Descend 20 feet below the surface in the underwater marine observatory to see tons of fish, coral and sponges in their natural environment.

Cloisters
A 14th century, Augustinian Monastery was transported here to Paradise Island from France in 1968. It overlooks the harbour.

Parliament Square
Site of the Queen Victoria Statue and Chambers of Parliament - House of Assembly and the Senate. It is located on Bay Street. Loyalist influence is evident in these buildings which are based on Governor Tyron's Palace in New- Bern, the ancient capital of North Carolina.

Government House
The official residence of The Bahamas Governor General, the Queen's representative.

Junkanoo Museum
Some of the winning costumes which formed part of the Annual Junkanoo Festival held in the early morning hours of Boxing Day, (the day after Christmas) and New Year's Eve are displayed. Located on Prince George Dock.

Botanical Gardens
Eighteen acres of tropical flowers, trees and plants as well as a recreated Lucayan Village. It is located on West Bay Street.

The Caves
Located on the western end of the island. The Lucayans sheltered here.

Balcony House
An 18th century restored house, the furnishings and design of Balcony House recapture the elegance and glory of a bygone era.

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Nassau/Paradise Island Golf Courses

Paradise Island Golf Course
18-holes, 72-par, 6,776 yards; Dick Wilson-designed;
5 bunkers per hole, water/ocean on 11 holes.

South Ocean Golf Course
18-holes, 72-par, 6707 yards; Joe Lee-designed.

Cable Beach Golf Course
18-holes, 72-par, 7,040 yards; Jim-McCormick designed;
13 lakes and 50 sand traps.

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