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Up-to-the-minute coverage of the most overlooked eateries, the most luxurious--and the most affordable--resorts, and the hottest shopping and nightlife on the islands. Insightful commentary on our favorite Bahamas experiences, from fishing in crystal-clear waters to grooving to soca in a local nightclub to taking in ocean views while enjoying the Bahamas best golf courses. Insider tips on the Bahamas most stunning--and most secluded--beaches, plus where to go for the best snorkeling, scubadiving, and sailing.
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List of Maps vi 1 THE BEST OF THE BAHAMAS 1 The Best Beaches 1 The Best Diving 2 The Best Snorkeling 2 The Best Fishing 4 The Best Sailing 4 The Best Golf Courses 5 The Best Tennis Facilities 6 The Best Honeymoon Resorts 6 The Best Family Vacations 7 The Best Restaurants 7 The Best Nightlife 8 2 PLANNING YOUR TRIP TO THE BAHAMAS 9 The Lay of the Land 9 ISLANDS IN BRIEF 10 Beaches 101: Paradise Island, Cable Beach & More 12 When to Go 12 THE BAHAMAS CALENDAR OF EVENTS 16 Entry Requirements 18 Getting There 18 Getting Around 20 Money & Costs 21 Tips on Accommodations 24 Responsible Travel 28 General Resources for Responsible Travel 29 Special-Interest & Escorted Trips 30 3 NEW PROVIDENCE (NASSAU/CABLE BEACH) 35 Orientation 36 Favorite New Providence Experiences 39 Getting Around 40 FAST FACTS: NEW PROVIDENCE 42 Where to Stay 44 Junkanoo Festivals 52 Where to Eat 57 Beaches & Outdoor Pursuits 68 The Island s Best Picnic Fare 69 Seeing the Sights 75 To Market, To Market at Potter s Cay 78 Meet the Bahamians 80 Shopping 83 Journey into the Wild 84 Markets in Nassau 87 New Providence After Dark 88 4 PARADISE ISLAND 90 Orientation 91 Getting Around 92 Where to Stay 92 Proudly Remaining Adult at Atlantis 97 Where to Eat 103 Beaches & Outdoor Pursuits 109 Favorite Paradise Island Experiences 111 Seeing the Sights 111 Shopping 113 Paradise Island After Dark 114 5 GRAND BAHAMA (FREEPORT/LUCAYA) 116 Orientation 118 Getting Around 121 FAST FACTS: GRAND BAHAMA 122 Where to Stay 123 Especially for Kids 130 Where to Eat 134 Beaches & Outdoor Pursuits 140 Seeing the Sights 147 Shopping 149 Grand Bahama After Dark 152 A Side Trip to West End 154 6 FAST FACTS: THE BAHAMAS 155 Index 171 Accommodations Index 178 Restaurants Index 178 ??
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Darwin Porter has produced numerous travel guides to Italy. Porter, a former bureau chief of The Miami Herald, is also a Hollywood biographer.
Prince was formerly employed by the Paris bureau of the New York Times, and is currently the president of Blood Moon Productions and other media-related firms.
