Travel Hacks You Need To Know To Book The Best Bahamas Vacation
By Sanjay Surana
VACATIONS
Season
Hurricane season occurs in the Atlantic from June through November, so don’t visit the Bahamas at this time if you don’t want to contend with poor or dangerous weather.
Fly
Many travelers arrive in the Bahamas via a cruise, but this only allows tourists to get a perfunctory taste of the islands. To truly immerse yourself in the culture, fly there.
Spend more time on the islands than a cruise stop affords you to experience the varied sights, sounds, and rhythm of life in the Bahamas, including sunrises and late-night swims.
Beyond Nassau
The pulsing heart of the Bahamas is Nassau, which is both the country's commercial hub and a center of activity. However, it shouldn’t be the sole focus of your trip.
Nature lovers should visit Andros, which is largely undeveloped, and Inagua, which has fabulous birding. Meanwhile, boaters should visit the various cays of the Abacos.
Sun
In the Bahamas, you can get a sunburn pretty quickly. Be sure to bring reef-safe sunblock, wear a broad-brimmed hat, don sunglasses, and bring coverage like a parasol.
Activities
Being in the water during your vacation could entail snorkeling, fishing, swimming, and more. Decide ahead of time what you want to do and plan your trip around it.