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RE: Which island in the Bahamas?

by dulceamor 15 November 2011

The Bahamas is not cheap. New Providence & Grand Bahama are the two main islands where most tourists go to. There are totally over 700…
RE: All Inclusive

by mgtraveler 02 September 2011

Yes, your dollars will go much, MUCH farther in the Dominican Republic, Jamaica or the Yucatan Peninsula of Mexico than they will go in…
RE: Summer trip to the Bahamas

by mgtraveler 30 April 2011

Well, if your primary criteria are nightlife and good food, about the only two places that have much nightlife (and more food choices…
RE: Beach and Hotel recommendations near Nassau, Bahamas

by mgtraveler 16 April 2011

The cheapest rooms I'm aware of are at [Mignon Guest House|http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g147416-d147852-Reviews-Mignon_Guest_Hous…
RE: trip to the bahama´s from Fort Lauderdale

by mgtraveler 21 February 2011

I've not done the day cruise but I have some friends who have done it and have talked to others I've met who've done it. I understand…
RE: Diving in bahamas

by mgtraveler 12 December 2010

The most cost effective diving in the Bahamas in my opinion is off of Grand Bahama. Lots of caribbean reef sharks, huge blue parrot fish…
RE: Nassau questions

by mgtraveler 08 December 2010

The British Colonial Hilton is in a great location (from the standpoint of convenience for food, attractions, public transport options,…
RE: Honeymoon: which island? (Followed by California)

by mgtraveler 28 August 2010

The only "ferry" from the U.S. to the Caribbean is a boat that goes from Ft. Lauderdale to Grand Bahama (which really isn't much different…
RE: Bahamas in November first trip

by mgtraveler 30 June 2010

Which island are you planning on going to in the Bahamas? We would need to know that before we could give you any lodging suggestions.…
Re: Sandals Resort in the Bahamas

by davidcalgary29 21 May 2009

Sandals typically gets decent -- if not stellar -- reviews from its guests and has a nice beach. I'd head on over to tripadvisor or one…
RE: A challenge I know - cheap accomodation Eleuthera

by zacha76 11 April 2009

A bit late, but still a thank you Meligyrl. I wasn't planning on staying at the Surfers Haven, I was more asking about prices in between…
Re: The Mission: 5 days, nice beaches, no fuss, bringing a 6 month old. Help!

by kayumonge 16 March 2009

I went through high school and college in Philadelphia but now I live in Nassau. If you stay in New Providence, try Cabbage Beach on Paradis…
Re: Resources and info for potential expat

by davidcalgary29 22 January 2009

I grew up in the Bahamas as the child of ex-pats. While our family lives on an "Out" or "Family" island some distance from Nassau/New…
RE: 17 days on the Bahamas

by KlausB 20 January 2009

Hi David, thank you very much again for your great mail, including a lot of nice insights to me. Yeah, well, I can imagine who is going…
Nassau, Cat Island and Exumas in 2 weeks?

by charm223 20 December 2008

Hello, my boyfriend and I are planning on spending about 2 weeks in the Bahamas next April, at the start of our round the world trip.…
RE: really need advice for Bahamas in December

by davidcalgary29 18 December 2008

a) Typical taxi fare to Paradise Island from the airport is $40 (you may pay more at night). b) Few Bahamians live on Paradise Island…
Slideshow: The Bahamas - Paradise Island - Atlanti

by travelwordlman 22 November 2008

You'll almost feel the breezes of the Bahamas when you watch this video - from the Atlantis on Nassau, Paradise Island, among the other…
RE: Affordable Aruba, Bahamas, or St Maarten?

by mgtraveler 16 November 2008

Can you tell us WHEN you plan on going and what you consider to be an acceptable price? You are correct that most rooms on these islands…
RE: Favorite Bahamas Islands to explore!

by davidcalgary29 02 November 2008

Can you provide us with a little more information about what type of experience you're seeking? It could be, for instance, that you want…
Re: Flying into nassau, worth going to other islands?

by davidcalgary29 02 November 2008

I'm sure you're aware, after reading through this forum, that it's unlikely that Nassau/New Providence will prove to be your idea Bahamian…
Favorite Bahamas Islands to explore!

by chrisjess76 02 November 2008

Just looking for recommendations on your favorite island (other than New Providence). I would like to spend 2 or 3 days on a different…
Bahamas or Caribbean coral health for snorkeling

by annpa 12 May 2008

Hello! I'm taking my kids to the Bahamas in June. Last time we visited we snorkeled off New Providence Island (Nassau) with a private…
Re: Bahamas Restaurants

by kayumonge 11 April 2008

In Nassau and/or Paradise Island there is a publication that is FREE in all the hotels and many restaurants and shops called The Dining…
Re: Bahamas Summer Travel/Wedding

by kayumonge 10 April 2008

1) Yes, August is the hottest month of the year but as long as you have air conditioning in your hotel, you will survive. 2) It does not…
Re: Paradise Island, Bahamas - Activities

by kayumonge 10 April 2008

They do have horseback riding I believe in Nassau out by Coral Harbour. Forget about it in Paradise Island. Have not seen any bike rentals…