The Bahamas have always had an aura of luxury, prestige and success. This is an upscale resort that is sometimes called “Switzerland in the Caribbean” because the Bahamas have not only many hotels, but also banks, office and business centres. As a rule, visitors are simply charmed by mesmerizing beauty of local nature, numerous landmarks and rich choice of entertainment, including most original and unusual ones.
Even though the hot climate of the Bahamas is perfect for leisure relaxation on the beach, do not limit yourself to this activity only. First of all, …
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When the bright sun of the Bahamas finally sets, and darkness falls on the islands, fans of nighttime entertainment leave their homes to have fun. The …
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Without a doubt, the Bahamas are rich not only in historic places of interest. Atlantis Water Park will be a great choice for visitors who seek entertainment. The territory of the park is divided into 14 separated parks. There are artificial lagoons, underwater labyrinths, swimming pools and rides there.
1. Having dined in a Bahamian restaurant, take a look at the receipt. Tips are often already included in the total, so there is a risk of leaving more …
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History and Entertainment
By the 9th century, the Bahama Islands had been absolutely uninhabited. The first settlements on this territory were formed by descendants of the Indian Arawaks. The discoverer of the archipelago was Christopher Columbus. His team boarded one of the islands in 1492. The first colonial settlements were formed by Spaniards three years later and all aborigines were transferred from the islands as slaves. The islands had seen the times of the Spanish colonization for only 25 years and then the Spaniards left these lands.
When heading to the Bahamas, it would be a mistake not to take kids with you because it is an ideal destination for active recreation and …
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At the end of the 19th century, the Bahamas became a center of the illegal trade. At that time, the picturesque archipelago started to attract the first tourists. They were wealthiest people of the USA. After the enactment of the Prohibition Act in the USA in 1920, the Bahamas became a main center supplying the states with alcohol. Every day, ships sailed here to buy smuggled rum. At that time, the first hotels for travelers were built in the Bahama Islands.
Shopping can be an exciting adventure or it can easily turn into long and boring torture. In order not to get the second option, it is better to know …
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Initially, the picturesque islands were the place for elite recreation. At the beginning of the 20th century, only representatives of the richest families could afford to visit them. At present, the Bahama Islands are known as a place where top-rated luxurious hotels visited by many celebrities are located. As before, today, the main guests of the archipelago are travelers from the USA. In recent years, the number of tourists from other countries has increased significantly.