What unites Johnny Depp and Sean Connery, David Copperfield and Shakira, finally, Mariah Carey and Michael Jordan? The fact of having a pretty mansion in the Bahamas is .This amazing region has long and unconditionally received the status of the best place for beach holidays among Americans and a good half of humanity, it should be thought, not by chance .Sloped over the azure sea palm trees, snow-white sand, a rich underwater life and no less intense night life - that's just what catches your eye right after you arrive .But in the bowels of their Bahamas are much more pleasures..For example, very few people know about the glory of the Bahamian casinos, which roll millions of dollars weekly and about the same number of guests annually .
It is in the Bahamas that you can rent a whole beach and roll up a fly-away party .Newlyweds do not get out of the warm nests of their hotels, having eaten a famous local aphrodisiac - a shellfish "konk", which is mixed here in almost every dish..Families with children fall asleep tape with their "Selfie" on the background of white and pink sand .Beautiful ladies enjoy amazing spa treatments while their gentlemen storm the "Caribbean Vegas", sitting at a gambling table not in a smoke-filled room, but on a wooden terrace overlooking the sea..Will it be small? Then get more ecotourism in the reserves, diving off wrecks, snorkeling with dolphins, fishing for giant marine reptiles, getting acquainted with the legacy of pirates, as well as the hospitality and cordiality of always smiling local residents..
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How to get
There are no direct flights to the Bahamas from Russia. The most successful option - a flight by British Airways with a transfer in London. The journey takes about 13 hours (without taking into account the docking). Another option is to fly through the US, followed by a transfer to American airlines to Nassau.
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Visa to the Bahamas
Russian citizens are not required to visit the Bahamas if their stay does not exceed 90 days.
Major resorts in the Bahamas
The largest islands are New Providence, Grand Bahama, Andros, Eleuthera.
Big Abaco is the second largest island in the Bahamas, well known to all yachtsmen in the world. The sailing season lasts from spring to autumn. The vast coastal shallows are swarming with fish. Here you can do any of the existing water sports, fishing, or visit the duty-free shops of the largest city of the island - Marsh Harbor.
Island Long Island is almost not visited by tourists. And in vain - this is the most picturesque island of the Bahamas, with beautiful nature and a lot of completely untouched by civilization places. On the northern tip of the island, Cape Santa Maria is a long white sandy beach, one of the most beautiful in the western hemisphere. The main town of Stella Maris is a small but quite modern village, a starting point for diving and fishing expeditions.
The island range of the Exuma includes more than 360 small islands, and in its southern part there are two fairly large islands - the Great and Malaya Exuma, where the entire local civilization is concentrated. This archipelago is a real paradise for yachtsmen, because the local places are considered to be one of the most beautiful in the world: the constant tides, which change the depth of coastal shoals, make the sea unusually beautiful. A great pleasure here and adherents of diving.
Customs
Currency control and restrictions on import and export of foreign currency are not available. For the export of local currency over 70 BSD per person must be obtained permission of the Central Bank of the Bahamas.
Duty-free import of 200 cigarettes or 50 cigars or 450 g of tobacco, up to 0, 94 liters of strong alcoholic beverages and up to 0, 94 liters of wine, as well as any other goods and products with a total value of up to 100 USD is allowed.
The transit of narcotic and explosive substances, objects of historical and cultural value and weapons is forbidden without appropriate permits. For the export of agricultural products, plants of all kinds and wood carving, a permit is required from the Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries of the country.
Bahamian telephone numbers
The nearest Embassy of Russia is in Cuba.
Rescue service: 911
Ambulance: 322-21-21 (New Providence), 352-26-89 (Freeport)
Air ambulance service in the sea (BASRA): 322-38-77
Safety of tourists
All popular tourist areas are safe enough, but petty crimes are frequent: theft in hotel rooms and pocket theft. With the onset of darkness, tourists, and especially - women, it is better to give up walks alone.
On islands, underwater hunting is prohibited with the use of underwater guns and other devices. Sports fishing is allowed, but for one trip to the sea it is necessary to pay a duty up to 20 USD - provided that no more than six coils with a fishing line are installed on the ship. Also, independent archaeological work on wrecks is prohibited. Violation of these rules can lead to a substantial fine and deportation from the country.
The climate of the Bahamas is
The climate is tropical trade winds in the north and subtropical in the south. The average temperature in the summer is + 26 ... + 32 ° C. In the southern islands (Big and Small Inagua, Mayaguan) in the summer is much warmer than in the central part of the archipelago. In winter, the average temperature is +18 ... +22 ° C, the coolest is in the northwestern islands. The average water temperature is usually + 27 ° C in summer and about +23 ° C in winter. The best time to visit the country is the cool season from September to May.
In winter, rains are rare, usually they fall in the form of short, but powerful downpours. From May to November, hurricanes and tropical storms are possible, bringing abundant rainfall and hurricane wind. See also the weather forecast for the main resorts in the Bahamas.
Bahamas hotels - $
Hotels in the Bahamas are very diverse: there are large high-rise complexes and small cozy establishments. The local all-inclusive system is recognized as the best in the Caribbean.
Voltage in the network: 120V, 60Hz. US standard plugs with two flat pins are used.
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Money
The currency can be exchanged in bank offices, hotels and large stores. The Bahamian dollar is tightly tied to the US dollar, but the exchange rate in various institutions may differ quite strongly. The most stable course is in the offices of international banks in Nassau and Freeport, changing money in tourist areas is most disadvantageous.
All types of credit cards are accepted for payment. Tourist checks can be cashed in the same place, where you can change the currency - in the offices of banks, hotels and large stores. Some hotels, restaurants and exchange offices charge large checks for cashing checks, so it's best to always find out the conditions in advance.
Tipping is usually 15% in most places, including taxis. Some hotels and restaurants include them in the bill. Messengers, guides, porters and porters usually expect about 1 USD per piece of luggage or excursion, and maids, depending on the hotel, 1-2 USD per day. To the accounts of many hotels, a government tax of 10% (Nassau and Grand Bahama) is added to 8% (Familia Islands). Banks usually work from 9: 00-9: 30 to 15:00 from Monday to Thursday, Fridays from 9:30 to 17:00. However, working hours on different islands may vary. Some banks on the periphery have very limited working hours and are often only open one or two days a week.
Shopping and shopping in the Bahamas
The Bahamas Trade Center is the world-famous Bay Street. There it is possible at very reasonable prices to buy everything - watches of famous brands, jewelry, china, crystal, leather bags, perfume. All these purchases are exempt from taxes.
Kitchen and restaurants
Local delicacies: baked on the coals of seashells of all kinds, salads from seafood, spiny lobsters and shrimps, baked on charcoal crabs and fillets of red snapper (reef perch), etc.
Among non-alcoholic drinks, tea (in English style) and coffee (mostly very strong Colombian or Brazilian) are the most popular. On the islands, the classic rum is produced, the best sort of which is Nassau-Royal, and also imported alcohol is sold everywhere. Local beer "Kalik" is not bad for taste and is sold on the islands everywhere.
Entertainment, excursions and attractions in the Bahamas
On the islands there are about 25 nature protection zones. The island of Big Inagua is an excellent place for bird watching, also the rich wildlife is famous for the Abaco National Park, the Man-o-Var reef (Abaco-Kay), the protected area around Love Hill on the north-eastern coast of North Andros and Embryaster - Crik North of New Harbor on Cat Island.
At each Bahamian resort in abundance are night restaurants, bars, cabaret and casino. In addition, the islands have everything for active recreation and water sports. Most of the sports centers on the island of New Providence, as well as the islands of Grand Bahama and Harbor Island.
Islands Andros, Berry, Bimini - fishing. The islands of Abakos and Eleuthera are diving in coral reefs. Islands of Exuma and Long Island - walks on yachts. Inagua Island - pink flamingos, exotic iguanas, swimming with dolphins and even the opportunity to feed sharks. Big Bahama Island - for those who enjoy snorkeling, fishing. Photo of the Bahamas (36)
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