One of the most visited islands in the world is the Bahamas. The capital of this tropical paradise is the main resort area, where there are countless casinos, restaurants, hotels and other recreational and entertainment establishments. These islands are not just a tropical corner strewn with white and pink sand washed by the azure sea. There is incredibly lush vegetation, a rich underwater world, as well as incessant life day and night.
The most important resort
The Bahamas are islands that are divided into resorts of various categories, starting with the most densely populated by locals and tourists, ending with completely deserted and even untouched. The main resort center here is New Providence, in which the capital of the state, the city of Nassau, is located. This seating area is the noisiest. All tourists here visit Cable Beach, where all kinds of water activities are offered. From here they often go on excursions to underwater tunnels that mimic the ruins of Atlantis, they also rent equipment for diving, snorkeling or just yachts for travel. Just behind the beach is a row of casinos, where gaming tables are set on terraces overlooking the sea. But being on itresort, you can leave the Bahamas very quickly. The capital is the starting point for a bunch of bridges that lead to the quiet and peaceful Paradise Island. There are hotels for lovers, golf courses and more.
Nassau Cuisine
The main city of the Bahamas is famous for its unique aphrodisiac - conch shellfish. It is added to all dishes prepared here. That is why honeymoons spent here are often delayed. And, in principle, this place does not want to leave. The restaurants themselves, located here, have long gone down in history and become legends. For example, the Martinique restaurant, where they serve French cuisine. It was mentioned in one of the first Bond films and has since become legendary. Brazilian cuisine can be enjoyed at Churrascaria Restaurant. Lamb, pork are served here, accompanied by salads and refreshing drinks. This place is also famous for its unique wines - more than 200 types are stored in their cellar. But the Portofino restaurant is a corner with real Bahamian cuisine. There is often a buffet here. If you get to it, you can try real local seafood.
Accommodation
Life in one of Nassau's hotels won't be too cheap. If you are looking for a budget vacation, then you should carefully look for a two-star hotel in advance, where a room will cost around 2,000 rubles per day. Most of the hotels that are designed for the middle class are included in the three-star category, and the price of living in such roomsis about 3000-4000 rubles. Expensive apartments and penthouses here are prohibitively expensive. After all, this is the Bahamas, the capital, home to many millionaire casinos and all that is required for the most expensive first-class vacation.
Shopping
Most of the goods sold in the Bahamas are duty-free. This significantly affects the price, which, in turn, is extremely beneficial for tourists. In the city of Nassau, you can buy everything from shoes and clothes to household appliances and even cars. The main thing is to take it all home with you. There are no bans on the import and export of currency and goods, so you can not limit yourself in shopping. In addition to imported items, local trinkets are very popular here. They are made from straw or shells. In this way, original souvenirs are obtained that will become your memory of a paradise vacation.
Capital attractions
The Bahamas are small islands, but there are enough natural and architectural noble places here for those who like to travel. Start your tour from Parliament Square. All the main government houses of the state are located on it. It is especially beautiful here in the evening when the lights come on. The next stop is the Royal Gardens. They were opened in honor of the British Queen Victoria and exist to this day. In the gardens you will find lush tropical vegetation, green labyrinths, artificial ponds and waterfalls. Nearby is the Royal Staircase, which was made by slaves after the death of Queen Victoria. Each of its steps means a year of the life of the ruler. And the main attraction of the capital is Paradise Island. The most elite resort, where not only the rich, but also the rulers of Arab and European countries gather.
Grand Bahama
The northernmost island of the archipelago is Grand Bahama, which is not noisy like Nassau, but very diverse. There are beaches for every taste, and here are some of them. The most famous is Gold Rock. It is surrounded by tall palm trees, vineyards and other plants. The sandy strip is very wide, so the beach is ideal for passive recreation. For lovers of extreme sports, there is Tiger Beach. The waters adjacent to it are inhabited by striped sharks, so swimming in the sea is not an activity for the faint of heart. There is also Paradise Bay. It is surrounded by corals, among which there are not only white, but also black.
Andros
Diversity, not only in entertainment but also in natural treasures, is what the Bahamas are famous for. The capital may seem too noisy for lovers of passive recreation, so they most often go to Andros. This island is planted with green tropical plants, there is a rich underwater life, peace and quiet reign over the earth. There are many abandoned buildings of past centuries, the style of which cannot be accurately determined. And according to legend, red-eyed elves live here on the tops of pines. Many claim to have seen them themselves.
Conclusion
Caribbean countries like Cuba, Bahamas, Dominican Republic andThe Yucatan Peninsula are very similar in nature. However, living conditions, prices and entertainment in each of these corners are fundamentally different. For example, holidays in Cuba will be very economical. You can see, so to speak, the "ruins" of socialism, plunge into history and swim in the sea. But in the Bahamas, life is in full swing without stopping. These are the islands of the future, fashionable resorts, expensive and very beautiful with a lot of entertainment.
