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This is part 3 of our Carnival Cruise Bahamas series. If you missed the first 2 posts, check them out here:  book a Carnival Cruise  and foodie favorites. Now it’s time to talk about Carnival Nassau & Freeport excursions! After all, you’re cruising somewhere, right? So you might as well embrace the destination by partaking in a fun activity or two! Here are  some of our favorite Carnival Bahamas excursions .

This is a partnered post for #CruisingCarnival. All opinions are my own.

The Bahamas has tranquil blue water for miles and beautiful surroundings, but there are also a lot of fun activities to do off the ship. Wondering what excursions are available for travelers in the Bahamas?

Here are our top picks for Nassau and Freeport Bahamas.

Carnival Nassau Excursions

Relax and soak up the warm Caribbean sun at the world-famous Atlantis Resort!

Select from multiple shore excursions at Atlantis Resort including :

A  Beach Day with reserved seating, then explore the resort on your where you can shop, dine and more.

Not up for the beach? Choose the guided Discover Atlantis tour where your guide escorts you through the Ruins Lagoon , a recreation of the sunken streets of mythical Atlantis, and The Dig , a replica of an archeological excavation site. Visit the Predator Lagoon , where you will view sharks, barracuda and many other creatures from the deep.

Want to swim with the fish? Atlantis offers a Snorkel Experience where you can don a wetsuit and snorkel in world’s largest open-air marine habitat.

Atlantis Aquaventure allows guests to explore the largest water-themed attraction in the Caribbean. Ride four adrenaline-inducing water slides among a mile long rapids and wave river. Experience the thrills of the towering Mayan temple’s five water slides and the 7-story Power Tower. Relax in the warm tropical sun, plunging into the refreshing waters of a swimming pool or pristine beach.

Or opt for a swim with the dolphins at the Atlantis Dolphin Cay . They offer shallow and deep water dolphin excursions.

Not interested in visiting the resort? Book a Catamaran Sail & Snorkel shore excursion aboard a stylish, 110-passenger catamaran. It’s one of the featured Carnival Bahamas excursions. Take a relaxing 30 minute journey before plunging into the crystal-clear waters below while you snorkel with the fishes.

Many of the Carnival Bahamas excursions are family-friendly, so bring the kids along! Or you can elect to keep them at the popular Carnival Camp Ocean , while you venture off on your own.

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Freeport, Bahamas Excursions

Discover the colorful reefs and their inhabitants in the waters surrounding Freeport in a Reef Dive excursion. Enjoy a 60-80 ft. dive as you explore the amazing marine life in the reefs and wrecks.

Looking for something more basic? Try the Discover Scuba and Beach Day excursion where guests are introduced to the Scuba world. Gear up and take a basic dive course, then head to the shore to explore, followed by food and relaxing on the beach.

You can also Swim with the Dolphins or book a Dolphin Close Encounter excursion. Enjoy a 20-minute boat ride through the beautiful canals of Grand Bahama Island then arrive at Sanctuary Bay where you’ll have an opportunity to swim with the dolphins in the open ocean. Or elect for the encounter where you’ll also visit Sanctuary Bay, a natural 9-acre lagoon and home to fourteen Atlantic Bottlenose Dolphins. Interact with the dolphins on a 3 foot deep platform.

One of the featured Carnival Bahamas excursions in Freeport is the Beach Getaway where guests will spend a day in paradise. Swim in the crystal Caribbean waters; participate in activities based both on land or water. This inclusive package includes an open bar and a delicious Bahamian buffet.

Which Bahamas excursion will you be booking?

*some photos courtesy of Carnival.com

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Nidhi Chauhan says

Looks like your family had so much fun. I love tropical vacation. hope I get a chance to go for such fun vacation with my family soon.

1stopmom says

I would love to try snorkeling. It is one of the things on my bucket list. The beach getaway sounds like a lot of fun too!

Honey + Lime (@honeyandlimeco) says

I’ve never swam with dolphins, and that Atlantis Adventure looks awesome!

Allison says

These pictures are beautiful! I’m looking to plan a family vacation for the summer and this sure looks like a place to look into!

Melissa Au says

That looks absolutely amazing. I have always wanted to take my kids on a cruise.

justin tan says

Swim with the Dolphins or book a Dolphin Close Encounter Excursion simply because we’re dolphins lovers!!!

Maria H says

Looks like you guys had a great time!! Love the pics!

Denise Hoyle says

Looks like you guys had so much fun! I’ve never been on a cruise but I need to get to planning one!

Lauryn R says

What a beautiful tropical vacation spot!! I definitely want to take my kids someday. 🙂 Thank you so much for sharing!

Jennifer says

The boys are still thanking us for taking them, so I highly recommend taking the kids on a cruise. It’s SO fun!

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• Sails from: Charleston
• Duration: 4 nights
• Ship Name: Carnival Sunshine
• Itinerary: Princess Cays, Bahamas 

Get a full dose of the Bahamas in a short amount of time aboard the 3,002-passenger, Carnival Sunshine . Known for a festive atmosphere onboard, Sunshine hosts comedy shows, lip sync battles, deck parties, karaoke, and live theater performances. When it’s time to relax, there’s Cloud 9 Spa or Serenity adults-only retreat. Expect a variety of dining options including Guy’s Burger Joint (from television restaurant personality Guy Fieri), as well as the BlueIguana Cantina — Carnival’s signature Mexican restaurant. The cruise calls on the private island Princess Cays and includes kayaking, eco tours, and more. Sunshine sails round-trip from Charleston.

Best Extended Cruise : Royal Caribbean

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• Sails from: Baltimore
• Duration: 7-8 nights
• Ship Name: Grandeur of the Seas
• Itinerary: Port Canaveral, Florida; CocoCay, Bahamas; Nassau, Bahamas; Baltimore, Maryland

Combine the pink-sand beaches of Bermuda with a trip to the Bahamas onboard Royal Caribbean’s Grandeur of the Seas for a longer, sun-soaked getaway. The cruise sails from Baltimore and overnights in Port Canaveral, for even more time exploring. Then, it continues to Royal Caribbean’s private island in the Bahamas for private cabanas, gigantic water slides, and swim-up bars. Onboard Grandeur , passengers can watch movies under the stars, watch a tango show, take culinary or sushi classes, and learn some new dance moves. Sample excellent cuisine at one of Royal Caribbean’s signature restaurants, like Chops Grille steakhouse or Giovanni’s Table.

Best Cruise Experience : Princess Cruises

• Sails from: Fort Lauderdale
• Ship Name: Caribbean Princess
• Itinerary: Princess Cays, Bahamas; Fort Lauderdale

Many cruises on Princess tend to have longer itineraries, but you can escape to a private port in the Bahamas on a short, four-night jaunt aboard 3,140-passenger, Caribbean Princess . While sailing to a private port in Eleuthera, passengers can spend time at sea exploring the newly refurbished ship or participate in a roster of daily activities ranging from trivia, scavenger hunts, and pub crawls to spa seminars and sports contests. In the evenings, catch “Movies Under the Stars,” the “Voice of the Ocean” (a live show), or head over to the Club Fusion dance club. The private, 40-acre resort in the Bahamas has white-sand beaches, a craft market, volleyball and water sports, and a beach party complete with a barbecue lunch. 

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For families who hope to have enough to keep everyone entertained, while also staying on a budget, the Carnival Cruises are great options. There are a variety of shows, access to parks for kids, and adults-only retreats for parents to wind down. Royal Caribbean Cruises are great options if you're looking for both short and long trips, while Princess provides a great all-around cruise experience.

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The 6 Best Cruises for Exploring the Bahamas

Only 110 miles off the florida coast, the bahamas is one of the easiest caribbean destinations to reach on a cruise. these are our top picks for sailings among this island paradise..

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With hundreds of islands to visit, Bahamas cruises are filled with beautiful scenery, mesmerizing marine life, and relaxing beach escapes.

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Cruises to the Bahamas are filled with sun, soft sands, and the opportunity to dip your toes in a warm and seductive crystal blue sea. The 700-island archipelago is the kind of oasis you dream of when, in my case at least, you’re indoors on a cold and dark day in Cleveland. Exploring the islands is tricky by air, but much easier via ship. Bahamas cruises to take right now include quick jaunts from easy-to-get-to Florida ports as well as one-week and longer cruises that explore more deeply. You can sail there in less than a day from Florida (cruises tend to embark in the early evening and hang out at sea until the next morning ashore), which makes it both an easy escape for a quick getaway or somewhere to linger for even more rest and relaxation.

What to expect on a Bahamas cruise

The main places cruise ships visit in the Bahamas are Nassau, the capital city, and some of the islands and beaches that are affiliated with cruise lines, such as Disney’s private family wonderland Castaway Cay, off Great Abaco Island. There are small ships that explore further, including to the southern reaches of the archipelago.

Cruise passengers will find opportunities to hike in national parks, enjoy nearly deserted beaches, and explore many small churches—the Bahamas boasts more churches per capita than anywhere else in the world.

In the Bahamian capital of Nassau on New Providence Island, visitors can get a better understanding of the nation’s British colonial and West African slave history as well as of the Junkanoo culture and festivals at wonderful museums. Most day visitors, though, are typically focused on water attractions: heading off on diving or snorkeling excursions, boarding party boats with free-flowing rum punch, experiencing the beaches, swimming pools, and waterslides at the Atlantis Bahamas resort on Paradise Island, or trying to catch the big one on fishing charters.

On small ship itineraries, you may stop at San Salvador Island, where Christopher Columbus may or may not have made his first landing in the New World. (Historians quibble on the exact landing spot.) A white cross memorializes the supposed landing spot. Long Island, which stretches some 80 miles, has both rugged and sandy coasts and the natural attraction of Dean’s Blue Hole, one of the deepest sinkholes in the world at 663 feet, a place where divers and snorkelers can mingle with turtles and tarpons. The small island of Bimini is known for its clean beaches and rich marine life—hanging out at beach clubs, seeking quiet escapes in the land, and watching for dolphins and other sea creatures are prime activities.

Other cruise destinations include Eleuthera, with its inviting pink sands and protected park areas. In addition to beaches, the 365-island chain known as the Exumas are famous for swimming pigs (though they also live elsewhere in the Bahamas).

Even a standard stateroom on the Celebrity Summit won’t disappoint thanks to chic interior design details.

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Celebrity Cruises’ “Nassau & Bimini” itinerary

• Best for: Upscale big ship experience
• To book: 4-nights round-trip from Miami , from $473 per person for a veranda stateroom; from $801 per person for AquaClass; and from $2,245 per person for the Retreat
• Islands: Nassau (New Providence), Bimini, plus Key West

Celebrity Cruises sails to Nassau and Bimini in style, and if time or money is tight, you don’t have to invest too much in your Bahamas getaway. You can book, for instance, an easy, breezy four-night trip on the 2,158-passenger Celebrity Summit from under $500 per person. That said, if you splurge on a suite in the Retreat, you’ll have your own sundeck with hot tub, enjoy private lounge access, and dine at the exclusive restaurant Luminae, where signature dishes by Celebrity’s culinary ambassador, Daniel Boulud, are featured on the rotating menu—such as creamy carrot and ginger velouté and Moroccan chicken tagine with saffron couscous. Spa lovers might want to book the AquaClass staterooms, with complimentary access to a Persian Garden with infrared sauna and sensory showers and exclusive dining at health focused Blu, where the wine list features sustainable and biodynamic wines. While in Bimini, you might try your hand at sport-fishing, a year-round pastime from the island.

If you’re traveling with younger cruisers, Disney has you covered.

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Disney Cruise Line’s Bahamian Cruise from Fort Lauderdale

• Best for: Families and Disney fans of all ages
• To book: 5-night Bahamas cruise from Fort Lauderdale on the 2,700-passenger Disney Magic , from $6,299 for four guests
• Islands: Castaway Cay, Nassau (New Providence), Eleuthera

Disney Cruise Line has ships in the Bahamas year-round, starting with quick three- and four-night sailings from Florida ports. Ever since it first opened 1998, the highlight of any Disney cruise in the Bahamas has been Castaway Cay, a picture-perfect white-sand island paradise, complete with pirate attractions and Disney character appearances. What has Disney fans all atwitter is the opening in summer 2024 of a second exclusive for Disney Bahamas destination, Lighthouse Point, on the island of Eleuthera. There, Disney promises a celebration of Bahamian culture, including Junkanoo parades, characters from Bahamas folklore, and performances by local artists. An accompanying commitment to conservation at Lighthouse Point includes a solar installation that will provide at least 90 percent of the destination’s required electricity (Castaway Cay also has a solar installation). Family-friendly attractions abound but grown-ups can also drop the kids off in a supervised activity program and head to the adults-only beach to sip cocktails while lounging in private cabanas.

For a luxurious yacht-style cruise in the Bahamas, book a suite on the Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection’s recently launched Evrima .

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Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection’s round-trip sailing from Fort Lauderdale

• Best for: Top-of-the-line luxury experience
• To book: 7-night cruise from Fort Lauderdale on the 298-passenger Evrima , from $6,100 per person
• Islands: Nassau (New Providence), Bimini, San Salvador, Long Island, plus Key West

On the Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection’s 298-passenger Evrima , you can head to the secluded dipping pool and pretend you are on your own private yacht, luxuriate in your resort-like suite, or join an intimate dance party on the Marina Terrace, located just above the sea. A seven-night itinerary in December 2023 gets you from Fort Lauderdale to Nassau, Bimini, San Salvador, and Long Island, Bahamas, with the bonus of some additional time built in to enjoy the Hemingway House & Museum and other attractions in Key West, Florida. Optional small group shore excursions in the Bahamas include an “Eco-Marine Safari” on Long Island, that combines small boat exploration of a mangrove channel and sandbars with a visit to see swimming pigs in a quiet cay. With both the cruise line and the Royal at Atlantis on Paradise Island affiliated with Marriott International , there’s also a hotel tie-in—you can book a daybed at the resort’s chic adults-only pool area, the Cove .

Explora the island of Exuma on a Scenic cruise in the Bahamas.

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Scenic’s “Island Odyssey: Bahamas to the Grenadines” cruise

• Best for: Underwater and air exploration
• To book: 12-night sailing in fall 2024 from $9,963 per person
• Islands: Compass Cay, Great Exuma Island, San Salvador Island, Long Island, Great Inagua Island in the Bahamas. Also, Virgin Gorda, St. Bart’s, Monserrat, Iles des Saintes (Guadeloupe), Tobago Cays (St. Vincent and the Grenadines)

The luxurious 228-passenger Scenic Eclipse features some of the best exploration toys in the industry. An expedition team runs excursions including with two helicopters and a submarine, which will enhance your Bahamas views from both over and under the sea. Or borrow paddleboards and kayaks from the ship’s marina for your own solo exploration. A 12-night sailing from Nassau to Bridgetown, Barbados, starts with six days in the Bahamas, before following the yachting crowd south. Stops include Compass Cay in the Exuma Cays, where in the clear water you might see nurse sharks even from the ship. Bird lovers will enjoy a rare visit to the southernmost island in the Bahamas, Great Inagua Island, with its resident population of some 80,000 flamingos. Whiskey lovers will want to check out the ship’s collection of more than 110 varieties.

SeaDream Yacht Club’s forthcoming 2025 Bahamas cruise will be worth the wait for this viewpoint from the whirlpools.

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SeaDream Yacht Club’s “Bountiful Bahamas” cruise

• Best for: Low-key luxury
• To book: 7-night cruise in April 2025 , from $4,399 per person
• Islands: Nassau (New Providence), Staniel Cay, Great Exuma, San Salvador, Salt Cay

You’ll have to wait until 2025, but small-ship line SeaDream has an intriguing pair of upcoming round-trip cruises to the Bahamas from tony Palm Beach, Florida, on the 112-passenger SeaDream II . The “Bountiful Bahamas” itinerary lingers in the Exumas and around Long Island, with the opportunity to explore pristine beaches, hang out at beach shack bars, and snorkel in the clear sea. There’s also an unusual visit to the uninhabited Bahamas island Salt Cay (also known as Cay Sal), only accessible by boat and some 50 miles from Marathon, Florida. In between kayaking quiet bays, try the yacht’s newest attraction, an inflatable slide running from the pool deck into the water. SeaDream prides itself on cuisine and was the first cruise line with a full vegan raw food menu in addition to such indulgences as a signature l’oeuf poule au caviar (egg with caviar), grilled lobster, and filet mignon.

It wouldn’t be a Virgin Voyages Bahamas cruise without some time spent chilling at the Bimini Beach Club.

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Virgin Voyages’ “Fire & Sunset Soirées” cruise

• Best for: Fun-seeking adults
• To book: 4-night “Fire & Sunset Soirées” on the 2,770-passenger Scarlet Lady or Valiant Lady from $1,920 for two in a Sea Terrace cabin
• Islands: Bimini, plus Key West

For pure adult fun you can’t beat Virgin Voyages , which is limited to those age 18 and up. During a beach day at the Virgin Voyages Beach Club at Bimini, private to Virgin guests when their ships visit, enjoy cocktails at the pool or a beach bonfire. Or book an activity such as a watercolor painting class, a “Views-n-Blues Mid-Afternoon Cruise” on a pontoon, an open-air tram tour of the island, or scuba dive with hammerheads. On the ship, partake in dance parties, take advantage of complimentary yoga, meditation sessions, and intense cardio HIIT classes, peruse vinyl selections on sale at the record shop, and get a tattoo or piercing when not indulging in treats at the “Lick Me Till  . . .  Ice Cream” shop. There are also six restaurants onboard, including a highly creative “Test Kitchen” where dishes smoke and sizzle, and a super-fun Korean barbecue experience, Gunbae, complete with drinking games.

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The territory of the Bahamas includes 700 islands and 2,000 rocks and cays spread across 100,000 square miles of the North Atlantic Ocean. Technically, it's not part of the Caribbean region . It is, however, a warm-weather destination on the edge of the Caribbean and shares many of its cultural traditions, cuisine and music.

When it comes to oceangoing vacations, the Bahamas can accurately be described as the industry's leading destination, with the capital city of Nassau being cruising's number one port of call. In 2019, the Bahamas hosted 5.43 million cruise visitors, more than any other global cruise port, and it greeted nearly 1 million more travelers than Cozumel, Mexico, the next most-visited port. Indeed, the modern cruise industry's first itineraries in the 1970s focused on three- and four-day Bahamas sailings from Miami .

The archipelago's spectacular natural environment features brilliant blue skies, warm temperatures and exceptionally clear waters. But Nassau, located on 112-mile-long New Providence island, is also a metropolitan center full of modern amenities and impressive African, Caribbean and colonial cultural and historic sites.

Paradise Island, positioned immediately to Nassau's north, has large hotels and all-inclusive resorts that offer day packages for cruise visitors, providing access to premium golf (at the Baha Mar resort ), casino gaming (at Atlantis) as well as restaurants, shops and nightlife.

Not surprisingly, Nassau is a staple port of call for a wide variety of operators. Carnival Cruise Line , Disney Cruise Line , MSC Cruises , Norwegian Cruise Line, Princess Cruises and Royal Caribbean all sail here, as does luxury line Regent Seven Seas Cruises, premium cruise operators Celebrity Cruises and Oceania Cruises and budget operator Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line. All of those lines will call at Nassau in 2021.

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3 things TPG loves about Nassau

• "Sun and fun" activities
• Historic and cultural attractions
• Distinctive cuisine

What we could do without

Nassau is on an island within a vast archipelago. Many products are necessarily imported and that means prices, including meals at restaurants, can be high. Nassau can also feel a bit "touristy" at times, as the Prince George Wharf cruise ship dock can host as many as five large cruise ships at once. On busy days, cruise travelers are ubiquitous around the downtown area.

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Nassau basics

Nassau is extremely popular as a warm-weather getaway destination that's closer to the U.S. Atlantic Coast than most Caribbean basin countries. As a plus, while technically not located in the Caribbean, Nassau and the Bahamas offers the same splendid sunny skies, brilliant blue waters and amazing culture and traditions.

On the small island of New Providence, Nassau is the capital of the Bahamas archipelago. The port is normally a bustling affair, as disembarking guests walk from the pier to Bay Street, parallel to the water, and the downtown shopping area where you'll find tour guides and Jet Ski, beach and watersports excursion operators, taxis for hire, scooter rentals, craft and souvenir shops, and hair braiders.

Nassau's nearby Paradise Island district offers beaches, restaurants and shops as well as the Atlantis megaresort, which is among several properties offering day packages for cruisers in search of a daylong all-inclusive experience. The good news is that, with a little preparation, it will be easy to find the right Nassau activity to fit your personal vacation style.

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Arrival details

Cruise ships visiting Nassau dock at the Prince George Wharf within short walking distance of Bay Street and the downtown district. Passengers who are booked on excursions arranged by the cruise line will find providers staged in areas leading from the dock. Private operators, including those who booked tours with guests separate from the cruise line, will be found beyond the first group.

Time zone: The Bahamas operates on Eastern Standard Time.

Language: English is the official language.

Currency: The Bahamian dollar is equivalent to the U.S. dollar. Both are widely accepted, and generally, it's not necessary to exchange money. If you want to exchange money, you can do so aboard your ship, although you can usually obtain a better rate at a local bank or ATM. Several banks are located on Parliament Street, a short walk from the cruise terminal. Numerous ATMs are also found around downtown.

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How to get around

On foot: Many of Nassau's historic sites and the Bay Street retail district are within walking distance of the cruise ship pier and the downtown area. Bay Street is lined with shops, restaurants and bars, and cruisers so inclined can spend the day strolling the area. Just put on your sneakers, disembark your ship, take a few steps and start exploring. There are also ferries to nearby attractions and it's also possible to rent a car or motor scooter.

By taxi: Taxi operators are staged around the Prince George Wharf area. Taxis are not metered, so always negotiate the fare before entering the vehicle.

By bus: Nassau's public buses are known as jitneys and offer a thrifty and convenient alternative to car rentals or taxis. The jitneys cost around $1.25 per person and stop at popular spots, including Cable Beach (see below).

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Top sights and shore excursions

Nassau is a surprisingly diverse port. Beach lovers and travelers who enjoy water sports, diving or snorkeling will find a wide variety of excursions and activities to suit their tastes. Nassau is also filled with historic sites and shopping opportunities. Yet visitors are missing out on genuine colonial-era history if they don't also spend time exploring the historic architecture and attractions located steps from the cruise pier. You can book excursions through your cruise line or independently. And, don't forget that the Chase travel portal offers excursions bookable with cash or Ultimate Rewards points.

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Historic sites

Nassau's history is closely tied to the Caribbean pirate era of the 17th and 18th centuries, when the town served as a pirate sanctuary until 1718 when British Governor Woodes Rogers expelled the buccaneers. Today's downtown district offers 20 square blocks featuring architecture and monuments dating to this compelling era, most within walking distance of the cruise pier.

As a result, visitors can take a DIY-approach to exploring Nassau with help from the Bahamas.com website. Or, book a cruise ship excursion highlighting historic forts, Bahamian cuisine, "land and sea" programs, private island experiences and even Junkanoo-style music and dancing.

Historic sites near Prince George Wharf include Parliament Square, which houses the Bahamas' House of Assembly, the Senate Building and Supreme Court in pink pastel colonial buildings. A statue of Queen Victoria erected in the early 1900s also stands at the site.

The Queen's Staircase or "66 Steps" are framed by lush gardens and link downtown Nassau with Fort Fincastle. Ascend to the top of the staircase to reach Fort Fincastle, constructed in the late 1700s atop Bennett's Hill. Sweeping views from the fort's bluffs encompass downtown Nassau, the harbor and the cruise ship dock.

Bahamian culture was also shaped by Africans who arrived in the territory as slaves from Sierra Leone and other West African nations. Other Black people traveled to the Bahamas directly from Africa, Bermuda and Haiti, some enslaved by ex-British loyalists from Georgia and South Carolina, and others as ex-soldiers who won their freedom fighting for the British during the American Revolutionary War.

Several historic sites around Nassau recognize this influence, including Adelaide, Fox Hill and Gambier. These three historic villages were settled by liberated Africans in the 1800s and still maintain their African heritage. Cultural and sightseeing tours to these villages can be arranged. Nassau's Pompey Museum features a permanent exhibit on the African experience in the Bahamas.

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Sun and fun: Water sports

Nassau offers a multitude of activities focused around the archipelago's beautiful blue waters and magnificent natural environment. Just about every conceivable water sport is available to Nassau visitors via cruise ship excursion. This includes sailing, snorkeling, scuba diving, fishing and encounters with sea lions, dolphins, stingrays and pigs (yes, swimming pigs ).

Other cruise ship tours feature glass-bottom and jet boat excursions, catamaran sailings paired with reef snorkeling, deep-sea fishing and exclusive beach days with private cabanas.

While the luxurious Baha Mar resort on Nassau's Cable Beach does not offer day passes, savvy and sybaritic cruisers will reserve a room for the day for access to the property's premium facilities and amenities, including a private beach and beach club, motorized and nonmotorized watersports, a series of pools with shaded lounge chairs, cabanas and waterfall features. You can use 20,000 World of Hyatt points to book a day at the Grand Hyatt Baha Mar . Or, spend 10,000 points plus $140. You can start earning points for your next vacation with the World of Hyatt Credit Card.

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The British Colonial Hilton Nassau is another Nassau resort where you can use points. Spend 50,000 Hilton Honors points for a night's stay (which you'd use as a day room). You can earn points with the Hilton Honors American Express Surpass® Card or Hilton Honors American Express Aspire Card. Both cards offer hefty welcome bonuses, 130,000 and 150,000 points, respectively, after you meet the required spend of $2,000 within the first three months of account opening for the Surpass and $4,000 in the first three months of account opening for the Aspire. The information for the Hilton Aspire Amex card has been collected independently by The Points Guy. The card details on this page have not been reviewed or provided by the card issuer.

You can also look for a resort offering day passes .

ResortPass is currently selling day passes to the SLS Baha Mar for $100 per adult and $50 per child or $400 per Bungalow Pool Cabana or Baha Bay Beach Club Cabana that accommodates up to four people. You can also book day passes at the British Colonial Hilton Nassau for $100 per adult and $50 per child or $325 for a beach cabana accommodating up to four people.

Nassau's nearby private islands offer a premium beach experience within a 15- to 20-minute ferry ride. Most cruise lines offer shore excursions to Blue Lagoon Island, but travelers can also book a visit through a travel advisor or on their own online. The excursion tends to be popular and does sell out, so be sure to reserve early in your voyage or before you leave home.

At Blue Lagoon, cruisers can swim in a calm lagoon, enjoy kayaking, water-biking or snorkeling tours, play with water toys like floats and inner tubes, or simply relax in a beach hammock under coconut palms. Blue Lagoon offers a gift shop, changing rooms, restrooms and shower facilities.

Balmoral Island, Pearl Island and Sandy Toes also offer private-island experiences near Nassau.

Cruise travelers whose ships arrive early in Nassau may want to take the approximately one-hour drive to Stuart's Cove, where they can experience snorkeling, diving and swimming with sharks.

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Best beaches in Nassau

There's no shortage of great beaches in and around Nassau. In addition to the nearby private-island beach experiences, there are several local beaches within walking or short driving distance.

Junkanoo Beach

Junkanoo Beach is approximately a 15-minute walk from the cruise port, offering travelers an inexpensive and convenient way to enjoy some sun and fun. You can normally see your cruise ship from the nearby beach, and vendors selling buckets of ice-cold Kalik and Sands beer (the local favorites) can be found lining the beach. Don't forget to bring your towel; chairs are available for rent chairs from vendors. Some will package a bucket of beer with chairs and an umbrella.

Cabbage Beach

Cabbage Beach on Paradise Island is a 20-minute walk or short taxi ride away from Nassau just over the bridge that spans the islands. While beautiful. the beach's waters can be rough at times and the beach itself does not offer many amenities. However, locals parade up and down the beach offering chairs for rent and beverages sale. A long walk down the beach will bring visitors to Atlantis, where they can pose for their prerequisite Instagram shot.

Related: 7 tips for visiting Atlantis on a budget

Cable Beach

Cable Beach is about a 20-minute drive from Prince George's Wharf and is accessible via taxi. A cheaper alternative is the No. 10 bus, which charges around $1.25 per person. The 2.5-mile-long beach is often described as Nassau's best, but it's one of hundreds across the Bahamas distinguished by bleach-white sands and remarkably clear blue waters. Cable Beach is home to several top Nassau resorts and offers a full array of watersports activities.

Other top Nassau beaches

Montague Beach is situated east of the Paradise Island Bridge and is home to a historic fort constructed in the 18th century. The beach promenade is a popular hangout on weekends and public holidays, with local vendors offering delicious local food and drinks. The beach is also a preferred spot for wading and picnicking.

Delaporte Beach is west of Cable Beach near the former plantation village of Delaporte. East of Nassau lies Saunders Beach, also popular with visitors and locals, and known for its beautiful twilight views.

The beach at Goodman's Bay features recreational facilities for children and is popular among joggers and exercise enthusiasts. Sandyport Beach is connected by a small bridge to the Venice-like resort Sandyport development near Cable Beach.

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Where to eat and drink

True to its Caribbean traditions, the Bahamas' indigenous cuisine combines flavorful spices with fresh tropical fruit and seafood. Whether found at a lively outdoor market or gourmet restaurant, Bahamian gastronomy is filled with island flavor.

Local favorites

Conch fritters: A Bahamian delicacy (and fortunately bountiful in local waters), the queen conch forms the basis of the territory's undisputed favorite dish. Conch fritters are bite-sized flakes of conch meat fried in batter seasoned with goat pepper, hot sauce and sea salt, plus common Bahamian vegetables.

Peas and rice: Referred to locally as "peas n' rice," this traditional Caribbean dish, prepared in local Bahamian fashion, features deep brown pigeon peas and white long-grain rice seasoned with tomatoes, onions, thyme, tomato paste, goat pepper and salted pork or bacon. The ingredients combine to provide the rice its signature brown coloring.

Johnny cake: Made of flour, milk, butter, sugar and baking powder, this breakfast food is more bread than cake, with a texture that combines dense bread with a slightly sweet cake. As with other staple dishes, Johnny cakes are found around the Caribbean, with the Bahamas version traditionally baked in a large round pan until lightly browned then sliced and served in wedges.

There are a handful of Nassau food experiences visitors should definitely target during their day in port, from the casual to the exclusive. They include:

Potter's Cay conch shacks

The Potter's Cay conch shacks can be found beneath the high-arching bridge that connects Nassau to Paradise Island. Adjacent to lively fruit markets, the brightly colored conch shacks feature nearly 40 chefs in different shacks cooking fresh conch dishes in myriad ways.

Besides being a great place to sample an authentic Bahamian lunch featuring the freshest conch fritters and local dishes, the Potter's Cay shacks are a great place to interact with locals, other visitors and the chefs themselves as they chat about the day's catch and argue over a game of dominoes.

Check first with a local or with a frequent Bahamas visitor (like a travel advisor) to determine which stall is the best for the day. With 25 years in the same location, McKenzie, a former conch fisherman turned restaurateur, is a local celebrity among Potter Cay purveyors, with a shack positioned as the first on the bridge's west end.

Graycliff Hotel and Restaurant

About a 15-minute walk or a brief taxi ride from the cruise port, Graycliff Hotel is in a historic mansion whose extensive grounds were once an 18th-century pirate's headquarters. A visitor can spend an entire day exploring the property, which features one of the world's largest private collections, chocolate-making and cigar-rolling facilities, art galleries and craft shops.

The highlight, however, may be the hotel's five-star restaurant, an elegant eatery with a menu combining continental and Bahamian traditions. The sumptuous restaurant features four air-conditioned dining rooms and a garden dining area, with each room decorated to reflect the Graycliff's origins as a private home.

In keeping with its atmosphere, the dress code is strictly enforced at Graycliff Restaurant with required lunch attire described as "elegant casual."

Related: Are drinks packages on cruise ships worth it? A line-by-line guide

Where to shop

When you're shopping in the Bahamas, look for souvenirs like:

• Original paintings, carvings and craftwork
• Handmade garments in bright tropical colors
• Wood carvings

Nassau's Bay Street retail district is steps of the cruise ship dock, but there are a few hidden shopping spots just a short taxi ride away.

Virtually adjacent to the cruise port is Festival Place, an outdoor bazaar featuring 45 vendors selling crafts, food and drinks. It's ideal for folks seeking last-minute souvenirs and gifts just before they depart aboard their ship and for arriving passengers in search of shopping close to the port.

Once an open-air affair, Nassau's long-running Straw Market is located in the center of the retail action on Bay Street and also offers Bahamian gifts, crafts and souvenirs. Bay Street also features a proliferation of high-end, designer stores selling luxury goods including apparel, jewelry, cosmetics and fragrances.

It's also possible to take a taxi to reach Nassau's best-kept secrets when it comes to hand-crafted, original art and crafts, plus apparel and home goods:

Bahama Hand Prints

Established in 1966 by artists Helen Astarita and Berta Sands, Bahama Hand Prints (near the corner of Ernest Street and Okra Hill) offers "bold and brilliant" designs across a wide range of garments, accessories and home furnishings. Many of the colorful and contemporary objects still use the duo's original designs.

Alannah and David van Onselen, who purchased the company in 2018, have retained Helen and Berta's signature style and the shop's collection of vintage designs, while new print designs have been added to the catalog. All products are developed in-house, crafted by the shop's talented sewing team and visitors are encouraged to drop in at the factory, speak with the staff and watch the printers at work.

Craft Cottage Bahamas

Craft Cottage Bahamas is the premier showcase for locally made home décor, glassware, jewelry, soaps, clothing and artwork in Nassau. On the grounds of the Doongalik Studios & Art Gallery in Eastern Nassau, the charming shop and gallery features a diverse and eclectic array of Bahamian-inspired items and emphasizes traditional crafting techniques.

The facility is housed in a traditional Bahamian-style home that shares the grounds with a variety of local Bahamian artists who also use the property to work on their own art and products. The shop offers an extensive and impressive array of handcrafted jewelry, painted glass, straw bags and accessories including homemade soaps and bath products.

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Bottom line

While Nassau sometimes gets a bad rap as a "touristy" port of call and is often inundated by cruise travelers, the Bahamas' capital city is actually a diverse port with an impressive array of historic attractions, a variety of beach experiences, distinctive cuisine and extensive shopping opportunities. Nassau's Caribbean flavor, warm temperatures and beautiful natural environment have made the port a staple on cruise itineraries.

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When cruising to the Bahamas, think “bliss” and book Bahamas shore excursions curated to engender that very state of mind. Whether you’re looking to stretch out on a chaise planted on a white-sand beach, snorkel through schools of colorful tropical fish, swim with playful dolphins, have a Lost City of Atlantis adventure, or stroll through the town markets, it’s a sure bet that you can book it and you’ll thoroughly enjoy it.

Bahama shore excursions to Atlantis Resort, Paradise Island, located just over the Sidney Poitier Bridge from Nassau , are universally popular and offer something for everyone: Thrilling water slides; gorgeous fresh water pools of varied shapes and sizes; a marine habitat that’s home to over 250 species; a chance to swim and play with dolphins; and seemingly endless powdery sand beaches on which you can relax, sip a tropical drink, and catch some sun.

Sail-and-snorkel adventures offered on Bahamas cruise excursions are a sure way to get in touch with nature at its most colorful – turquoise waters, pink and orange coral, green sea turtles, and rainbow-hued tropical fish. View the island from the water side, as you glide across clear, calm waters, enjoying the warm sun and a cool drink.

Discover a new passion: Book Bahamas shore excursions to learn SNUBA diving or scuba diving with professional instructors. Explore the fascinating undersea world of coral reefs and tropical fish in a shallow dive with the perfect equipment and expert instruction.

Surrender to beach bliss on day excursions to secluded Bahama islands, where you can enjoy doing nothing more strenuous than swinging in a beach hammock and watching palm trees sway. And whether you choose to swim with bottlenose dolphins at one beach or swim with those cute pigs you’ve heard so much about on another beach, you’ll find the clear blue water of the Caribbean to be oh so soothing.

If your idea of bliss is being actively engaged, book an exclusive CocoCay parasailing adventure that has you soaring above turquoise water, pristine beaches, tropical wilderness, and an island lighthouse. Need to get in nine holes? Enjoy a half round of golf on a Jack Nicklaus-designed course at Baha Mar with luxury round trip transportation. Try your hand at deep-sea fishing on a Nassau charter with an experienced, attentive crew. You may just land a spectacular catch – blue marlin or black-fin tuna –or maybe just catch some rays as you relax and admire the spectacular view.

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Swimming With Pigs in the Bahamas

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Reels of people frolicking with pigs on a beach in the Caribbean have more than likely surfaced on your TikTok and Instagram feeds at one point or another. After all, millions of people partake in this quintessential Bahamas experience each year, and the attraction is so popular that it's been replicated in other destinations.

If swimming with pigs in the Bahamas is on your bucket list, read on to discover the best tour options as well as what to consider when you visit.

Which Bahamas island has swimming pigs?

Located in the Exumas, Big Major Cay – commonly known as Pig Beach – is the original Bahamas island with swimming pigs. It is accessible from several islands in the Bahamas as well as Florida. Most swimming pig tours include other tourist attractions and experiences, including snorkeling in Thunderball Grotto (a filming location for two James Bond movies) and swimming with nurse sharks at Compass Cay.

How to get to Pig Beach from the Exumas

Staniel Cay: Staniel Cay is the closest inhabited island to Big Major Cay. Guests of Staniel Cay Yacht Club can take a short boat ride to Pig Beach via a local charter. 3N's Vacation Services and Staniel Cay Adventures are both reputable companies that offer such options.

Great Exuma: The largest island in the Exumas, Great Exuma houses some of the best resorts in the Bahamas , including the family-friendly Grand Isle Resort & Residences and the adults-only Sandals Emerald Bay . To get to Pig Beach from Great Exuma, it's best to book directly with your hotel. You'll have the option to take a full-day tour (with a roughly two-hour boat ride to the attractions from Great Exuma) or fly to Staniel Cay and take a short boat ride to Big Major Cay from there.

How to get to Pig Beach from Nassau

Pig Beach is reachable from Nassau via plane and/or boat. Below are some of the top-rated swimming pig tours from the Bahamas' capital city:

3N's Vacation Services: Swimming Pigs Flight & Tour

Price: From $675 per person Duration: 3.5 to 4 hours

This full-day, all-inclusive tour transports passengers from Nassau to Staniel Cay by plane, where you'll continue your excursion via boat. The tour includes several stops and activities:

• Swimming with pigs and feeding them tour-provided food at Pig Beach
• Swimming with nurse sharks at Compass Cay
• Snorkeling at Thunderball Grotto
• Visiting the iguanas of Guana Cay
• Strolling along a stunning sandbar
• A stop near Pablo Escobar's mysterious sunken plane on Norman's Cay

Snacks, lunch, soft drinks, beer and water are covered in tour rates; snorkel gear and towels are provided. Children ages 2 and younger are free, though this tour is not recommended for young kids. While tour groups are limited to 12 guests at maximum, private tours are available for a more intimate experience. Recent reviewers say they enjoyed this tour, though some expressed mixed feelings about the captains.

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Born Free Charters: Exuma Island Hopping and Swimming Pigs

Price: From $439 for adults; $329 for kids ages 2 to 6 Duration: 9 hours

This tour departs from Paradise Island by high-speed powerboat and stops at the following destinations:

• Allen Cay, to visit Bahamian rock iguanas
• Compass Cay, for swimming with the nurse sharks
• Great Exuma, for a Bahamian-style lunch buffet (included in tour rate)
• Norman's Cay, for snorkeling
• A sandbar for some beach time

Recent travelers highly recommend this tour, praising the guides, the lunch and the overall experience. Per the tour provider, this tour isn't recommended for children younger than 2, pregnant women, or those suffering from chronic back and/or neck pain.

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How to get to Pig Beach from Florida

There are a few reputable companies that offer Pig Beach tours from Miami and Fort Lauderdale. Below is a well-rated option:

Bahamas Air Tours: Miami to Bahamas Day Trip

Price: From $949 per person Duration: 12 hours

This full-day tour starts with private transportation from Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport. It also includes in-destination transportation to Pig Beach, Guana Cay, Thunderball Grotto, Compass Cay and the sandbars at Staniel Cay. Both alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages are included in the price as well. Recent travelers rave about this experience, with some noting it's the best tour they've ever taken.

Note that passports are required for this day trip, and that while children are permitted on the tour, it's not ideal for young kids. This excursion is also ill-suited for pregnant women, and the tour operator requires a doctor's clearance for expectant mothers. Tours are limited to nine guests (but require a minimum of five participants); private charters are also available.

Is Pig Beach ethical?

Even though the Bahamas limits the number of tour operators allowed to visit Pig Beach per day, there's some controversy surrounding the island and whether or not it's ethical to visit.

In 2017, several pigs were found dead after an influx of tourists left snacks on the beach, causing the pigs to ingest too much sand. Also, travelers can be aggressive with the pigs, often chasing them, picking them up or even trying to ride them.

In recent years, a number of safety measures have been put in place to protect both the pigs and tourists. Per the Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, they include the following:

• A trough provides a designated feeding place for the pigs.
• Signage communicates rules to tourists, including what you can and cannot feed to the pigs. The pigs are restricted to a diet of fruits and vegetables, such as carrots, grapes, watermelon, apples and lettuce, and many guides supply these items for tourgoers. Some tour guides will provide bread as well, though processed food is not ideal for these animals.
• A local taskforce of caretakers is on the ground daily to ensure visitors and tour operators are engaging with the pigs responsibly.

While the Bahamas Ministry of Tourism maintains that the attraction is sustainable, know that there aren't any legal limitations protecting the pigs at this time.

How to be a responsible traveler at Pig Beach 

All tour guides are expected to share the following protocols with travelers; whether they do or not, it is important to respect these rules for both the safety of the pigs and you: 

• Remain calm at all times.
• Do not chase, pick up or ride the pigs.
• Do not engage with the pigs without supervision.
• Only use approved food from your tour operator, and do not feed the pigs alcohol.
• If you do not have feed, hold your hands up to show the pigs you do not have anything.

What to pack for your excursion

Pack a beach bag , dry bag or backpack with the following items:

• Reef-safe sunscreen
• Beach towel
• Camera and/or phone
• Waterproof phone pouch with lanyard
• Change of clothing
• Windbreaker or light jacket (in case of rain and because it gets chilly on the water)
• Cash and/or credit card (for tour guide tip and other purchases)

It's best to wear a swimsuit and a cover-up or T-shirt with sandals for the trip.

Frequently Asked Questions

There are several theories about the origin of the swimming pigs. The most logical is that when the Exumas gained popularity with the rich and famous in the 1980s and '90s, the resident pigs were too smelly to stay and were hence moved to the uninhabited island of Big Major Cay.

It is generally safe provided you're respectful of the animals. However, you should keep in mind that the pigs are known to bite if they're hungry and think you might have food you're not sharing. Because Big Major Cay is their home, they also defecate on the shoreline and in the water.

Most tour operators do not allow children under age 2 on these excursions, and based on our experience, we don't recommend bringing toddlers and young children in general — even if rates are free or discounted for them. Wait until your kids are a bit older.

Swimming with pigs on Big Major Cay – the original Pig Beach in the Bahamas – will cost you several hundred dollars – in part because Big Major Cay is a remote destination only accessible by boat. Of course, it is also pricey because of its popularity. Copycat experiences like swimming with the pigs on Rose Island are cheaper, but less authentic.

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Bougainvillea-adorned bungalows, private islands, and eco-friendly accommodations included.

Blush-colored beaches, azure oceans, and booming casinos — it's no wonder the Bahamas had more than 9 million visitors last year. Luckily, the Caribbean archipelago has plenty of hotels to house them all spread across its 16 major islands.

“From mega resorts and all-inclusives to eco-friendly and boutique hotels and everything in between, there are plenty of options at every price point," Latia Duncombe , director general at the Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, Investments & Aviation, says. "The Islands of the Bahamas are a unique blend of rich biodiversity, stunning beaches, vibrant nightlife, and deep-rooted cultural experiences, and the range of our hotel offerings reflects all we have to offer."

Many Bahamas resorts have topped our hotel lists over the years and are well-loved by readers for their distinct personalities. Here are 10 of the best resorts in the Bahamas, including a remote private island and a bevy of bungalows.

Kamalame Cay

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Bougainvillea-adorned bungalows make you feel like you’ve got the island all to yourself.

The property doesn't have free Wi-Fi, but you can request a hotspot.

A private island well-loved by both celebrities and those looking for a slice of quiet luxury, Kamalame Cay is a lush, 96-acre escape near the Andros Great Barrier Reef. Voted by readers as one of the 500 Best Hotels in the World , the resort can be reached via seaplane or helicopter from Nassau, followed by a 20-minute taxi and a five-minute ferry to the island.

22 rooms and suites — a mix of cottages, bungalows, and Balinese-style beach houses — are steps away from empty beaches, the Bahamas' only overwater spa, and the ocean, where you can kayak, fish, and snorkel. You can also explore the island on a hotel-provided golf cart.

Breakfast is delivered to your room in a wicker basket every morning, and the Guest of House all-inclusive package includes dishes like Bahamian curry and crab-stuffed avocado.

The Details:

• 12.4 miles from Lynden Pindling International Airport (NAS)
• Nearby attractions include reef fishing and bonefishing along Kamalame’s mangrove coast and snorkeling and diving at the Andros Barrier Reef , the world’s third-largest barrier reef
• Amenities include a seaside tiki bar, fine dining at the Great Restaurant and Bar, and the only overwater spa in the Bahamas
• Rates start at $595 per night for two guests

Caerula Mar Club

Caerula Mar

If you want a mix of adventure and relaxation, this hotel offers a quiet respite in one of the Caribbean’s most biodiverse regions.

Children under 12 aren't allowed, and the resort doesn't offer child care, lifeguards, or recreational programs.

Celebrated on Travel + Leisure's 2021 It List, beachfront Caerula Mar Club 's 18 rooms and four villas are on the remote South Andros island, home to fewer than 2,000 people. To get there, take a 20-minute puddle jumper from Nassau to Congo Town International Airport or a private jet from Ft. Lauderdale.

Driff’s Beach Bar offers casual eats like fried lobster bites, Switcha is excellent for breakfast pastries, and Lusca's daily menu is all about Caribbean-inspired fine dining. Use the hotel's non-motorized water sports equipment for free. Off-property, explore the world’s third-largest barrier reefs and a network of twinkling blue holes — ancient caves carved into the ocean floor.

• 2.5 miles from Congo Town International Airport, which offers direct flights from Fort Lauderdale or Nassau
• Enjoy bonefishing at the nearby Andros South Fishing Lodge
• Imbibe at Bobo’s Cool Off, a little daiquiri shack that’s about a 15-minute bike ride from the resort
• Rates start at $450 per night for two guests

The Cove at Atlantis Paradise Island

The Cove Atlantis Paradise Island

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Two private beaches and a whopping 21 restaurants make The Cove an ideal hotel pick if you prefer to spend most of your days on the property.

The resort is part of the massive Atlantis Paradise Island complex.

A haven for celebs, including the Royals , The Cove is the most high-end offering of Atlantis Paradise Island's five resorts. The property's 600 suites have balconies and floor-to-ceiling windows with ocean views.

Atlantis Paradise Island has 21 restaurants and 19 bars, but we love The Cove’s Fish by José Andrés and Michael White’s restaurant Paranza.

There’s no shortage of activities at The Cove. As a guest of Atlantis, you can explore the world’s largest open-air marine habitat or while the day away at the 30,000-square-foot Mandara Spa, which offers treatments that feature several indigenous plants.

• 12.4 miles from NAS
• Close to Arawak Cay (The Fish Fry) , home to a variety of restaurant and drink vendors that serve authentic Bahamian cuisine
• Rates start at $580 for two guests

Fowl Cay Resort

Only 28 guests are allowed on the property, so the staff's attention to detail is spot on. Each villa comes with a private motorboat to explore Exuma’s cerulean sea.

The property recommends you stay at least one week to enjoy its offerings fully.

A 45-minute flight from Nassau, Fowl Cay Resort is 50 acres of paradise on a remote cay in the Exumas. With just six villas, you'll have more than enough room to roam on this private island, known for its incredible sunset views.

The villas have fully stocked kitchens and access to a golf cart and private motorboat. Freshly caught seafood is featured on the daily menu at Hill House restaurant. Take your boat for a spin, snorkel at Thunderball Grotto, or spot iguanas at Bitter Guana Cay.

• 1.2 miles from Staniel Cay Airstrip, which offers scheduled flights from Nassau and Fort Lauderdale, as well as private chartered flights
• Guests can take their boat to Compass Cay Marina to feed sharks, Guana Cay to see and feed iguanas, or Big Major Cay , the official home of the Bahamas’ swimming pigs
• Rates are all-inclusive, including all meals and beverages. Rates for a one-week stay start at $17,700 for two guests

Rosewood Baha Mar

Also available to book at Hotels.com

We love that you can access all of Baha Mar’s facilities, including a Jack Nicklaus-designed golf course and 40 restaurants and bars.

Most of Baha Mar’s restaurants have a dress code, so pack accordingly.

Located on Nassau’s Cable Beach, Baha Mar encompasses three oceanfront hotels: Grand Hyatt, SLS Baha Mar, and Rosewood Baha Mar. The latter is a 12-story property with 226 accommodation types, including three- and six-bedroom villas equipped with upstairs decks and private pools.

Bring your appetite — you can eat at any of Baha Mar's 40 dining and drinking venues. At Rosewood, The Library offers caviar and sweet treats for afternoon tea; Costa serves Mexican mole and citrusy ceviche al fresco near a koi pond; and Cafe Boulud from renowned chef Daniel Boulud offers gorgeous French food with island notes. "Baha Mar has some really fantastic onsite dining options, but for a truly decadent meal, you can't beat the signature six-course tasting menu from Cafe Boulud. It was one of the highlights of my trip to Baha Mar," said T+L editor Elizabeth Rhodes.

Just be sure to wait 30 minutes after eating before heading to the luxury water park, Baha Bay , featuring a 1,400-foot river and 30 VIP cabanas.

• 6.2 miles from NAS
• Access to Baha Mar's dining options, including Marcus at Baha Mar Fish + Chop House and SLS Baha Mar’s rooftop bar Skybar
• Rates start at $1,250 per night for two guests

The Ocean Club, a Four Seasons Resort

Four Seasons

Also available to book at Booking.com

You can access a 24-hour concierge, a beach, six tennis courts, and an 18-hole golf course.

This resort is among the pricier options on this list.

Voted one of the best resorts in the Caribbean by T+L readers in the 2023 World’s Best Awards , the Ocean Club, a Four Seasons Resort, sits on 36 acres of uninterrupted sand on Nassau’s Cabbage Beach. There are 107 rooms and suites, plus 4,400-square-foot villas with their own lap pools and balconies. The property was the site of the 2006 James Bond film "Casino Royale" and features a 12th-century Augustinian cloister modeled after the gardens of Versailles.

Jean-Georges Vongerichten's Dune restaurant is perched on a white-sand bluff and offers a menu inspired by the chef’s global travels. Spend the day relaxing at the beachfront infinity-edge pool, or venture to the nearby John Watling's Distillery , Nassau’s only rum distillery.

• Amenities include the Ocean Club Spa , Versailles Gardens, and 18-hole, par-72 Ocean Club Golf Course
• Rates start at $1,950 per night for two guests

The Cove, Eleuthera

The Cove Eleuthera

The ambiance of laid-back luxury.

Additional renovations are slated to conclude in November 2024.

Eleuthera, with about 11,000 people and no traffic lights, offers a peaceful charm. Its name means "freedom" in Greek, and it's the perfect place to unwind and feel... free.

At The Cove, find 29 villas, suites, and cottages spread across 40 acres. Each accommodation has its own bathroom and living room. The property also offers two beaches, a small gym, and an onsite restaurant called Freedom Restaurant & Grill. On your way from North Eleuthera Airport, be sure to check out the Glass Window Bridge , a striking rock formation with dramatic views of the Caribbean Sea on one side and the deep-blue Atlantic Ocean on the other.

• 12.4 miles from North Eleuthera Airport (ELH)
• You can learn about Eleuthera's pineapple industry history during a tour of the Eleuthera Pineapple Farm

Pink Sands Resort

The pink-sand beach, of course.

There are fewer dining options here than other, larger resorts on this list.

You can walk along three miles of pink-sand beach at this oceanfront resort on Harbor Island. The lush garden grounds feature 20 cottages, villas, and residences, some of which include their own private plunge pool and kitchenette.

The property has two restaurants: Malcolm 51 for fine dining and Blue Bar & Restaurant for breakfast and continental cuisine. A concierge team can curate events and activities, including weddings, boat charters, and day excursions to nearby North Eleuthera. You can also paddle board, snorkel, and bike.

• Harbour Island is a five-minute water taxi ride from ELH
• You can access some fine island dining at Blue Bar & Kitchen and Malcolm 51
• Rates start at $1,782 per night for two guests

Kahari Resort

Stocking Island's marine life and attractions are plentiful, including underground sea caves and underwater macro fossils called stromatolites.

To reach this resort, you must take a flight to Exuma, a taxi ride, and a boat ride.

Views of crystal-blue waters await at this eco-chic resort on Stocking Island in Exuma. Relax to the lull of the waves in one of the 12 wood-toned beachfront bungalows, which come with private outdoor showers and in-room wine and snacks. Green initiatives include rooftop solar panels that provide hot water throughout the property. A beach bar and seafood-forward restaurant round out the dining options.

• From Exuma International Airport (GGT), take a 15-minute (approximately 9.3-mile) taxi ride to the Peace & Plenty Resort, where you’ll take a five-minute boat ride to Kahari Resort
• Visit the casual beach bar Chat ‘N’ Chill and explore the fascinating Jacques Cousteau Mystery Cave
• Rates start at $560 per night for two guests

Bronwyn Knight / Elbow Reef

Also available to book at Expedia.com

We love the home-away-from-home feel of this intimate, eight-suite property.

If you’re looking for the social aspects of a large resort, this property may not be the best fit.

Reopened in 2023, Elbow Reef is a boutique resort on Abaco with seven king rooms and one bunk room with four full beds. If you need more than that for your group, you can rent the entire property, accommodating up to 24 guests. A private rental includes personalized concierge services, a full-service bar, and housekeeping. Rooms offer direct access to the beach, and there is also an infinity pool with loungers. Spend the day on the secluded Tahiti Beach and Thirsty Cuda , a floating bar and grill.

• Elbow Cay is a 20-minute ferry ride from Marsh Harbour/Albury’s Ferry Service (four miles from Marsh Harbour International Airport, MHH)
• You can visit the iconic candy-striped Elbow Reef Lighthouse and explore the quaint village of Hope Town
• Rates start at $415 per night for two guests

Know Before You Go

• Have a clear vision of your budget and interests. Do you want the feel of a private-island retreat? Do you prefer to be around others and choose from a number of activities? These hotels vary significantly in the type of experiences they offer and nightly rates.
• Consider location. Choose properties in Nassau if you’d prefer to be close to off-property options like casinos and shopping. For a more remote experience away from the bustle, consider hotels on Eleuthera and South Andros.
• Research what’s included. Many of these properties offer additional value by including access to their sibling properties, including restaurants and water sports rentals.

How We Chose These Hotels

Kristin Braswell is a travel journalist and entrepreneur from Los Angeles who has traveled extensively around the Caribbean for the last 15 years. The hotels on this list were chosen based on her experience and research. Readers of T+L have also recognized several of these hotels in the World's Best Awards.

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The "Big Nude Boat" cruise, which allows passengers to bare all − yes, even at the buffet − is set to sail from Florida next year.

The "11-day adventure" to the Caribbean is set for the first two weeks of February on the Norwegian Pearl, according to the Bare Necessities Tour & Travel website.

"Bare Necessities’ newest nude cruise is a private island double-dip with a brand new travel partner!" the company wrote on its website.

The trip which embarks from Miami, includes "an exclusive visit to an idyllic private island" in The Bahamas as well a another exclusive stop on the way back to the Port of Miami.

"Two opportunities to enjoy a new slice of Bare-adise, coupled with a beautiful selection of Eastern Caribbean island stops, will make this a can’t miss Big Nude Boat experience," the travel company posted.

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Big Nude Boat cruise sailing dates and destinations:

The ship departs from the Port of Miami on Feb. 3 and returns to the same port on Feb. 14.

The itinerary includes stops at the Bahamas, Puerto Rico, St. Maarten, Dominica, Martinique and St. Lucia.

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Rates for an inside cabin start at $2,000 per person.

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Guests are encouraged to park their bare behinds on towels provided on board in areas including the pool deck and the buffet area, according to the website.

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