If there is a holiday destination that has the greatest mass appeal, it would have to be Bahamas. This chain of tropical islands in the Caribbean Sea does offer it all. It attracts honeymooners, water sports enthusiasts, divers, gamblers, and sun seekers. Bahamas is blessed with fantastic beaches – ones that are picture postcard perfect. Soft and powdery, clean and pure white, the sand feels like silk under your feet.
For a leisurely holiday filled with leisurely days next to impossibly blue waters, Bahamas does not disappoint. It also succeeds on so many other levels too. Its high calibre of hospitality has won it rave reviews from travellers worldwide. Just stroll through the Straw Market in Nassau and you’ll see how warmly visitors are greeted by vendors. The cuisine too is one of Bahamas’ strong points. Even casual dishes like peas and rice are prepared with care. Try the national dish, conch, a type of mollusk. Deep fried or served raw with a twist of lemon, it’s delicious.
With islands spread out over 13,000 square kilometres, a variety of experiences await. Paradise Island is home to the mammoth Atlantis casino resort and is renown for non-stop entertainment. Tiny Bimini is famous for being home to author Ernest Hemingway, who pursued his passion for deep sea fishing here, for a few seasons. Exuma (made up of 360 islands and cays) hosts some of the most luxurious resorts in the world. With so much to discover, Bahamas is a holiday oasis that delights at every turn.
The local beer, Kalik, is wonderfully refreshing even on the hottest days.
The pink parliament building in Nassau puts a unique spin on colonial architecture.
For fun, visit the Pirate Museum in Nassau. It pays homage to the wild days when pirate rules the seas.