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| Known to most who visit the islands as the "Sailing capital of the World", the chain of Abaco Islands is made up of Great Abaco, Little Abaco and the surrounding cays (Walkers, Guana, Elbo, Green Turtle, Spanish, etc.). Abaco is spread out over 120 miles with most of the landmass unhabitated. Located to the Northwest of the Bahama Chain of islands, Abaco is the countrys's second largest and third most frequented island. |
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| The Acklins are made ups of a long, narrow mountainous (hilly) landmass of real nature. The atmosphere is relaxed and tranquel. The Acklins are separated from Crooked Island bay a lagoon known as the Bight of Acklins. |
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| Andros is the largest island in the country. The islands is made up of many creeks and bays, a perfect atmosphere for catching world record bone fish. Andros is home to the second largest reef in the Western Hemisphere. There are several "blue holes", allowing the avid diver to traverse to the depths reaching upto 100 feet. Due to the creeks, inlets, bays and bights, the island cannot be traversed over land. The boat and aircraft are the best means of transportation to get from one end of Andros to another. |
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| A total of 30 islands make up the Berries (northwest of Nassau). Most of the islands (cays) are uninhabitated. Great Harbour (MYBG) measures 7 miles long and 1.5 miles wide. Most of the residents on the island live in Condominium settings or very lavish homes on the bluff. There is a nice marina and a golf course (not too nice) for folks to utilize. The restaurant just north of the airfield is perfect if you enjoy grouper sandwiches and conch fritters. Both Chubb Cay and Great Harbour Cay are known for their exclusive yacht clubs and excellent fishing (Deep water about 2 miles out). |
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| Bimini is made up of a north and south island (interconnected by the local ferry that will take you about 100yds to the other island). Bimini is the closest island to the U.S. mainland (50 miles from South Florida). Folklore has it that the Lost Continent of Atlantis is located just of the western shores of Bimini. Ponce de Leon's Fountain of Youth is also rumored to be located in Bimini. Bimini is best known for its BIG GAME FISHING. Just 1/2 mile from VERY DEEP water, anglers bring home a variety of fish from Marlin to Tuna in the 300lbs and up class. |
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| Cat Island is rich in history and Bahamian culture. New Bight is home to Corner Hill, the tallest point in the Bahamian archipelago (206ft above sea level). Mount Alvernia, the hermitage built by famed architect Monsignor John C. Hawes. Make sure to visit the site! Hawks Nest (located on the Southwest corner of Cat Island) is being developed into a nice resort area. A marina and resort (Hawks Nest Resort) are up and running (diesel fuel is available - make sure to check before heading over) |
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| With several fine harbours and the nearby oceans teeming with fish, Crooked Island is a perfect "out island" suitable for sailing, fishing, relaxing or doing absolutely NOTHING. The tidal flats and creeks of Crooked Island are a sight to behold (Turtle Creek off Churchgrove). |
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| Eleuthera, Greek for FREEDOM, is split into northern and southern districts. Sandwiched between Abaco (to the northeast) and Cat Island (to the Southeast) and Nassau (to the Southwest) . Eleuthera is famous for its beautiful scenery on Harbour Island. Spanish Wells is the wealthiest island per capita in the Bahamas. The island is famous for it's pineapples (claimed to be the most succulent on the planet) and it's beautiful pink sand beaches (Harbour Island). Make sure to visit the Massive Boulders (thought to have been pitched onto Eleuthera via enormous tsunamis over 100,000 years ago. |
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| Exuma is made up of two main islands, Great Exuma and Little Exuma. The remainer the Exumas are little cays (Staniel, Normans, Rudder Cut, etc.) situated throughout the chain of islands (Southeast of Nassau). Exuma is home to the Bahamian Iguana. The southern end of exuma (Georgetown) plays host to a beautiful Harbour that accommodates many seasoned cruisers from around the world. |
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| Grand Bahama (Freeport/Lucaya) is the second most popular tourist destination in the Bahamas (#1 - Nassau). When Columbus visited Grand Bahama in 1492, he called it Gran Bajamar (Great Shallows), from which the present name was derived. Freeport is home to the larges container port and Gasoline Depot for the entire Bahamas. The Lucaya national park, Garden of the Groves and Rand Nature Centre are all found on the island of Grand Bahama. You'll find miles of sugar sand beaches, many casinos, beautiful golf courses and plenty of nightlife. If diving is your sport, there is much to see, coral reefs, dolphin adventures, and more. |
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| Inagua is the southernmost island of the Bahamas chain. Inagua is often considered the Bahamas best kept secret for its beautiful views and majestic sunsets. The Morton Salt Company produces nearly 1 million lbs of salt annually from the Salinas of Inagua. Wild boars and donkeys still roam the island. Inagua boasts one of the largest population of birds in the Bahamas. Looking for pink flamingos, head to Inagua |
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| Southeast of the Exuma chain of cays and islands you'll find a slender island (similar to the Eleuthera Islands. The Catholic Church is well represented with the historical architecture (Clarence Town). Sight seeing is a to-do activity throughout the island. Stella Maris is a popular resort area that sports fishing, outdoor fun and a marina housing the yachting community. |
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| Mayaguana is home to over 300 Bahamian residents. Situated @ the tip of the Bahamian Island Chain, Mayaguana is best known (not too well known) for it's fishing and farming. Mayaguana is a frequent stop for pilots heading to the Dominican Republic and Haiti. |
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NEW PROVIDENCE - NASSAU - The Capital of the Bahamas
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Nassau is a vibrant city similar to a mid-sized U.S. city. This 330 year old city is driven by an extremely powerful economic engine. From manufacturing, oil, telecommunications and other hi-tech industries dominate the business landscape on New Providence. The financial services and tourism are the mainstay of Nassau's economy. There are surrounding resorts (Cable Beach to the west, Paradise Island to the north) that provide ample of activities for the young and old. In the old city, you'll find preserved historical buildings, art galleries, duty free shoping, and the largest straw market in the Caribbean. Junkanoo (a street parade) is held in the early morning hours of December 26th adn on New Year's Day to tens of thousands of locals and tourists alike. Paradise Island, linked to Nassau by two bridges, is a tiny gem of an island (man made). You'll find manicured golf courses, beautiful beaches, a wonderful hotel and lot's to do with the kids (world class water theme park). |
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Anchoring a chain of islands and cays over a stretch of 100 miles, Ragged island forms the southeast boundry of the Great Bahama Bank. Ragged Islands is a mere 4 miles long. The few residents are mainly seafarers and a few farmers tending to their crops. |
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Rum Cay is a round little island to the east of Long Island. Presently, under a significant amount of development. The new airport (4,500ft long) is a site to behold (for a pilot anyway). There is a new marina being developed on the southeast corner and several high-end homes being built on the eastern bluff of the island. Rum Cay also boasts excellent surf over the outer coral reef that protects the island. |
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Little San Salvador is located on the eastern most edge of the Bahamas chain of islands. San Salvador is recognized as the location where Columbus discovered the New World (1492). It is also home to several historical landmarks. San Salvador now plays host to a Club Med. The airport (military built) is a lengthy 8,000ft long. Graham's Harbour is the Bahamian field station, a biological and geological research institution. |
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