Bahamas

Bahamas at a Glance

The Bahamas is often called the jewel of the Caribbean. The island nation was one of the first places that Christopher Columbus set foot during his first voyage of discovery in 1492. The Bahamas is located a few hundred nautical miles south of Florida and this makes it a de-facto state of the U.S. The Bahamas is also famous as the center of carnivals, beach vacations, luxurious resorts and tropical exploration. The Bahamas was a colony of the British, from which it gained independence in 1973. The Bahamas offer an eclectic mix of culture, hospitality, festivity and culinary excellence. The island nation has some of the priciest resorts in the world as well as comfortable yet cheap budget accommodation.

Must-see Places and Things to do In the Bahamas

• Lucayan National Park - The Park is spread over an area of 40-acres and has some of the most exquisite forms of marine life on display. Many also like to visit the park as its beaches do not receive as much traffic and provide a relaxing atmosphere.
• Dolphin Experience - The Bahamas are rich in marine life including dolphins, which are on display at the Grand Bahama Island. The attraction attracts a large number of families who like to play with the dolphins and take plenty of snaps.
• Christ Church Cathedral - The Christ Church Cathedral is an architectural highlight of the Bahamas. Built in colonial style, the cathedral is known for its understated elegance and style.
• Cable Beach - The Cable Beach has long expanse of golden sand beaches, bars, clubs, resorts and a vibrant street culture that attracts many tourists.
• Junkanoo - The Junkanoo parade is celebrated in the Christmas holidays when the entire nation dons colourful clothes and marches in the streets. The festival attracts tourists from all over the world who want to enjoy the real taste of the Bahamian culture.
• The Atlantis - The Atlantis Resort is one of the most luxurious hotels in the world. It has a world of its own with amusement parks, water sports facilities, hi-fi bars, clubs, trendy restaurants and private suites. Many tourists like to spend at least a few hours in the resort.
• Pirates Museum - The Pirates of Nassau Museum has seen a massive increase in visitors ever since the growing number of movies made on the pirate activity in the Caribbean. The facility offers every pirate-related relic on display and hosts many exhibits.

Bahamas: Essential Facts and Travel Tips

• Capital: Nassau is the capital of Bahamas and its largest urban centre with a population of nearly 250,000. The cultural and commercial heart of the Bahamas also hosts the world famous Atlantis Resort.
• Time: GMT -5 (Standard), GMT -4 (Summer)
• Languages Spoken: English is the most commonly spoken language and enjoys the official status.
• National Airlines: Bahamasair is the national airline though most connections are provided by the US and European carriers.
• Population: The Bahamas had a population of over 353,000 in 2010 that largely lives in the capital city of Nassau.
• Electricity: The Bahamas has a rather unusual standard of 120v and 60 Hz.
• Climate: The Bahamas have a subtropical climate that turns purely tropical towards the southern islands. Average annual temperatures in Nassau hover around 29 degrees Celsius.

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