See what the experts are saying about The Bahamas. Get expert advice on how to get there what to see and more.
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Sustainable travel & ecotourism
The Bahamas spreads over 258,998 sq. km (101,009 sq. miles) of the Atlantic Ocean. The largest oceanic archipelago nation in the tropical Atlantic Ocean, it offers miles of crystal-clear waters rich with fish and other marine resources. Its n... Continue reading »
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Health & safety
Staying Healthy Even on the remotest island, you'll find, if not a hospital, a local medicine man (or woman, in many cases). Many Bahamians are fond of herbal remedies. But you don't need to rely on these primitive treatments, as most reso... Continue reading »
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Insurance
Buying insurance might make sense because The Bahamas is not necessarily a "safe" destination. Although crimes against individual tourists are rare, your property, if left unprotected, could be stolen. Tour operators, airlines, and cruise shi... Continue reading »
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Tips on accommodations
The Bahamas offers a wide selection of accommodations, ranging from small private guesthouses to large luxury resorts. Hotels vary in size and facilities, from deluxe (offering room service, sports, swimming pools, entertainment, and so on) t... Continue reading »
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Tips for families
The Bahamas is one of the top family-vacation destinations in North America. The smallest toddlers can spend blissful hours on sandy beaches and in the shallow seawater, or in swimming pools constructed with them in mind. There's no end to th... Continue reading »
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Tips for gay and lesbian travelers
Generally speaking, The Bahamas isn't a gay-friendly destination. Think twice before choosing to vacation here. Although many gay people visit or live here, the country has very strict antihomosexual laws. Relations between homosexuals, even... Continue reading »
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Tips for senior travelers
In The Bahamas, the standard adult rate usually applies to all ages more than 21 years of age. The careful, frugal travel shopper, however, might find some deals if arrangements are made before you go. Members of AARP (formerly known as th... Continue reading »
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Tips for single travelers
Single tourists often find the dating scene better in The Bahamas during the winter when there are more visitors, especially unattached ones. On package vacations, single travelers are often hit with a "single supplement" to the base price... Continue reading »
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Tips for travelers with disabilities
A disability should not stop anyone from traveling to the Bahamian islands. Because these islands are relatively flat, it is fairly easy to get around, even for persons with disabilities. Many travel agencies offer customized tours and iti... Continue reading »
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Tips for women travelers
Should a woman travel alone to The Bahamas? Opinions and reports vary. A woman traveling alone in such countries as Jamaica faces certain dangers, and safety is often an issue. Women traveling alone in The Bahamas rarely encounter aggressive,... Continue reading »
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Tips for black travelers
Black Travel Online (www.blacktravelonline.com) posts news on upcoming events and includes links to articles and travel-booking sites. Soul of America (www.soulofamerica.com) is a comprehensive website, with travel tips, event and family-reun... Continue reading »
The Bahamas Travel Experiences
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FORFAR Field Station, Andros Island, Bahamas
Once we arrived at the FORFAR Field Station in Andros we had some lunch then went to the campsite to set up our tents for the week. We s... Continue reading »
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CocoCay
Hello everyone, a lot has happened since my last entry. We embarked on the very spacious and beautiful cruise ship "Mariner off the seas... Continue reading »
