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The Abaco Islands are extremely popular among tourists (especially American ones). There are many stores here: from just little ones to impressively huge shopping centres. If you want to buy something, it’s better to pay in the Bahamian dollar. Even though the currency is quite pegged to the United States dollar, still different exchangers provide different exchange rates. Anyway, there is one simple rule: the closer exchangers to overcrowded touristic points – the less profitable exchange rate is. Prices here are almost the same as in the USA. It can slightly vary depending on a type of product. For example, almost all the food products imported and their delivery pretty expensive, so you won’t find any cheap food here. On the other hand, some kinds of goods are almost a quarter cheaper than in most countries. The reason for it is quite simple – there are no import and export duties on some goods. For example, here you can buy perfumes by famous manufactures, handbags, belts, shoes by world-famous firms, and gorgeous watches. Such goods as golden, silver or platinum jewellery, cameras, and different accessories for it are rather cheap as well. Porcelain cups, teapots or chinaware would be a really nice purchase. Porcelain goods are also free of duty so it’s brought to the islands from all around the world. If you don’t want to spend your money on buying various jewellery, watches or leather products, then take a look at the authentic goods … Read further

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Abaco sightseeing

From a historical perspective, Elbow Caw area is of great interest. A significant part of the monuments presented here has been destroyed by the strongest hurricanes. The surviving artifacts are stored in the local Wyannie Malone museum, the age of some of them is more than 200 years. Bahamian Design Studio is a place of interest not only for amateurs of excursions, but also for those who do not imagine their rest … Open

Cultural excursion through Abaco - things to see

According to historians, the Abacos archipelago – it includes Great Abaco, Little Abaco and some small uninhabited islands – used to be deserted till the 5th century AD. The Lucayan people from the Arawak tribes were the first one who came to the island. Presumably, they came right from The Greater Antilles. They swam with canoes and little by little they had settled the whole territory. They have been living … Open

Top hotels with reviews

One of the most popular and upscale hotels of Abaco is located in Marsh Harbour. Tourists, who used to have a rest in luxury resort hotels, will certainly like the Abaco Beach. The luxury hotel owns a private beach and marina. You can look at excellent panoramic views of the coast from its richly furnished rooms. The rooms at the Abaco Beach are decorated in colonial style. In every room, there are large beds and … Open

Attractions and active leisure

The Abaco Islands can be called Mecca for those who like diverse water-activities. Both professional yachtsmen and ones who are just interested in this kind of sport would extremely like here. Amateurs can not only take a ride on a yacht but also to try to learn the basic. There are several yacht-clubs in Marsh Harbour so you can easily find a decent instructor there, rent a yacht, take a small ride to Little Abaco … Open

Cuisine and top restaurants

The local cooking traditions were greatly influenced by cooks from England, the USA, Africa, and Caribbean countries. Nowadays you can easily find here on the Abaco Islands all possible kinds of restaurants. There is a great variety of food and cuisines so you can always order something you got used to, like Chinese noodles, Japanese sushi, European burgers, pizza, etc. Those who’d like to try the local cuisine … Open

Traditions and mentality of Abaco

Most of the locals are descendants of slaves from North Africa, English colonists, and Americans who came to the Abaco Islands in different periods of time. African and European cultures amazingly mixed here, so they actually created something new and it included the best features of both Europe and the Dark Continent. The majority of locals decided to stay on the islands after the abolition of slavery. People simply … Open

Overview of festivals and celebrations in Bahamas

In February, the Bahamas hospitably wait for professional fishermen who gather on the islands in order to participate in the world championship in catching Wahoo fish. The event traditionally attracts best fishermen from all parts of the planet. Both professionals and amateur fishermen will find it interesting to watch this event and check out the biggest fish caught. At the end of February, the Bahamas host Rum Festival. Many connoisseurs and fans of this drink arrive to participate in this popular event. During the festival, visitors can not only try different types of rum but also get acquainted with the culture of the islands and try local cuisine. … Open

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