Skeptical
about the accessibility of a chain of
islands scattered along a 500 mile stretch
of water that divides the Atlantic and
Caribbean oceans? Easy access to The Islands
Of The Bahamas is a key reason for this
tropical playground’s appeal as
a year-round vacation destination. Just
a short hop by jet, a pleasant day by
cruise ship, or a memorable voyage by
private or charter boat, The Bahamas can
be reached quickly by air or by sea.
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By
Air
Easy access to The Bahamas is
one reason for its long-standing popularity
as a winter holiday destination. Only a few
miles from the south Florida coast, in fact
closer than Caribbean destinations, the islands
can be reached quickly either by air or by sea.
There
are approximately 57 airports throughout The
Bahamas, including three International airports
(Nassau/Paradise Island, Grand Bahama Island,
and The Exumas); 24 of these airports are official
ports of entry to The Islands Of The Bahamas.
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Book your flight from Nassau to Cuba >>
By
Sea
There
are countless government and private Marinas
throughout The Bahamas; 29 of the marinas are
official ports of entry to The Islands Of The
Bahamas.
Cruise
Ferry
Discovery
Cruise Ferry
One Day Cruise to The Bahamas from Fort Lauderdale
1775 N.W. 70th Ave.
Miami, FL 33126
Grand Bahama Island
The Bahamas
Phone: 305-597-0336 (Bahamas)
1-800-866-8687 (USA)
Fax: 305-477-2867
www.discoverycruise.com
| Cruise
Lines |
Carnival
Cruise Line
366 N. W. 87th Ave.
Miami, Florida 33178
Phone: 305-599-2600
Fax: 305-471-4700 |
Celebrity
Cruises
1050 Caribbean Way
Miami, Florida 33132
Phone: 305-262-6677
Fax: 305-372-0441 |
Costa
Cruise Line
80 S. W. 8th St.
Miami, FL 33130
Phone: 305-358-7325
Fax: 305-375-0676 |
Disney
Cruise Line
210 Celebration Place, Ste 400
Celebration, Florida 34747
Phone: 407-566-3500
Fax: 407-566-3510 |
Holland
America
300 Elliott Ave. West
Seattle, WA, 98119
Phone: 206-281-3535
Fax: 206-281-7110 |
Majesty
Cruise Line
P.O. Box 02570
Miami, Florida 33102-5420
Phone: 800-532-7788
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Norwegian
Cruise Line
7665 Corporate Center Drive
Miami, FL 33126
Phone: 305-436-4000, 800-327-7030
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Princess
Cruises
1800 Eller Dr., Suite 212
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33316
Phone: 954-525-8520
Fax: 954-525-0605
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Regent
Seven Seas Cruises
1000 Corporate Drive, Suite 500
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33334
(800) 477-7500 toll free
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Regal
Cruises
29 King Street West
Stoney Creek
Ontario L8G 1H2
Phone: 905-578-9888
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Royal
Caribbean International
1050 Caribbean Way
Miami, FL 33132
Phone: 800-327-6700
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Seabourne
Cruise Line
55 Francisco St.
San Francisco, CA 94133
Phone: 800-929-9595
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Silversea
Cruises
110 E. Broward Blvd.
Ft. Lauderdale, Florida 33301
Phone: 800-722-6655
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There
are many options to help you get around each
island in The Bahamas, and to help you hop from
island to island. But remember, when you take
to the road, British rules apply, so please
keep to the left. Visitors may use their home
driver’s license for up to three months
and may also apply for an international driver's
license.
Pedestrians
should remember to look right before crossing
streets.
Rental
Cars
Rental
cars, equipped for left-hand driving, are available
in larger cities. Rental car facilities are
often located at major hotels and at airports.
Renting a car is convenient way for you and
group of your friends or family to explore more
the island on your own time.
Remember, when you take to the road, British
rules apply, so please keep to the left.
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Scooter
Motor
scooters are available for rental at many of
the most popular tourist centers. Renting a
motor scooter gives you and a passenger the
freedom to buzz around town and the countryside
looking for that perfect, quiet beach spot.
Taxi
To
experience knowledgeable, professional Bahamian
hospitality, look for the Bahamahost decal in
the taxi cab window.
You
can call a taxi or flag one down on the street.
Taxi stands are also conveniently placed at
most large hotels. Although metered rates vary
by island, they are reasonable and are fixed
by law.
Surcharges
often apply for more than two persons and extra
luggage.
Junior
Taxi Service
Address: George Town
Phone: (1-242) 345-0641
Tours
and Excursions
You’ll
find guided tours on almost all of The Islands
Of The Bahamas. And you’ll be able to
select one that suits your interests exactly,
ranging from shopping sprees to ecological adventures
among the birds and island wildlife.
| Sightseeing
tour companies in the Bahamas |
Certified
Tours
Address: Cumberland Street
Mailing Address: P.O. Box N 1401
City: Nassau
Phone: (1-242) 322-3340
Fax: (1-242) 328-2712 |
Flying
Cloud Cruises
Address: Paradise Island
Mailing Address: P.O.Box SS 5017
City: Nassau
Phone: (1-242) 363-4430
Fax: (1-242) 363-4431 |
Island
Getaway
Address: North Eleuthera Airport
Mailing Address: P.O. Box CB 13838
Phone: (1-242) 335-1475
Fax: (1-242) 328-5069 |
Majestic
Tours Ltd
Address: Cumberland Street
Mailing Address: P.O. Box N 1401
City: Nassau
Phone: (1-242) 322-2606
Fax: (1-242) 326-5785 |
Realiable
Tours & Travel Ltd.
Address: Harrold Rd.
Mailing Address: P.O. Box CB 13036
City: Nassau
Phone: (1-242) 328-6500
Fax: (1-242) 328-3906 |
Sea
Island Adventures
Address: 28 East Ave.Centreville
Mailing Address: P.O.Box SS 5414
City: Nassau
Phone: (1-242) 325-3910
Fax: (1-242) 328-2581 |
Sky
Unlimited Ltd.
Address: International Airport
Mailing Address: P.O. Box N 10859
City: Freeport
Phone: (1-242) 377-8993
Fax: (1-242) 377-3107 |
Stingray
City (Bahamas) Ltd.
Address: Blue Lagoon Island
Mailing Address: P.O. Box N 7366
City: Nassau
Phone: (1-242) 394-8950
Fax: (1-242) 363-1657 |
Tall
Ship Adventures
Address: 20 Parliament Street
City: Nassau
Phone: (1-242) 323-7770 |
The
Sign Post
Address: Parkgate Rd.
Mailing Address: P.O. Box SS 5718
City: Nassau
Phone: (1-242) 393-1332
Fax: (1-242) 393-1929 |
Tropical
Travel Tours Ltd.
Address: Palmdale Ave.& Mackey Street
Mailing Address: P.O. Box N 448
City: Nassau
Phone: (1-242) 322-4091
Fax: (1-242) 322-1643 |
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