Still one of the most beautiful and pristine vacation
destinations in the world, The Bahamas is an archipelago
that continues to attract thousands upon thousands of
visitors each year. With the white sand beaches, warm
blue water and diverse array of activities to enjoy; it
isn’t difficult to see why. A Bahamas day trip can
include tours of historical sites as well as outrigger
trips to scuba dive.
Great food, lively clubs and inhabitants as warm as the
weather await travelers planning a Bahamas day trip.
Nassau
Nassau is not only the political
capital of the Bahamas; it is also the tourist capital
of the islands. A Nassau day trip to Bahamas can include
time spent on Paradise Island,
as well as a stroll through the Old Town. Begin your Nassau
day trip to Bahamas in Old Town, as early in the morning
as possible. In the city center, you can take a walking
tour of the Queen’s
Staircase, the Christ Church Cathedral and the Vendue
House. The Straw Market
and shopping on Bay Street
are also excellent stops on your walking Bahamas day trip.
Paradise Island
Head to Paradise Island to enjoy yourself at Dolphin Encounters and Blue Lagoon Island. Or, if you would rather spend the afternoon scuba diving or snorkeling, just be sure to plan your trip ahead of time. Dinner can be enjoyed easily in downtown Nassau at one of the many great restaurants located in the area.
Versailles Gardens
Touring Versailles
Gardens and the Cloisters it host is one of the most
popular things to do in the Bahamas. Brought to
the islands from France,
the statues and art work that have been assembled in the
gardens are exquisite. Although the area is located
on private hotel grounds, it is open to the public free
of charge and remains one of the top 10 things to do in
the islands.
Bacardi Distillery
The Bacardi Distillery
offers daily tours at 11am and 2pm. The tour is
free and guests will be given rum samples as they tour
the distillery. A gift shop at the end of the tour
has Bacardi rums on sale for a fraction of the cost anywhere
else.
Cruise
One of the increasingly popular ways to enjoy the sun
and warmth of Bahamas is through a one day trip to Bahamas
from Florida.
A one day trip to Bahamas from Florida will generally
begin in Fort
Lauderdale and head off to the Bahamas from there.
There are a number of different cruise lines operating
a one day trip to Bahamas from Florida, but almost all
will head straight for either New Providence Island or
Grand Bahama Island.
Whichever you choose, expect to ride aboard a cruise ship
replete with a swimming pool, plenty of drinks and food,
and of course lots of other people to mingle with. Your
one day trip to Bahamas can include a stop off in one
of the more popular island areas just to walk around,
swim in the ocean, or shop at some of the duty-free luxury
shopping areas located on the islands.
Grand Bahama
Grand Bahama Island is an area that still has a lot
of draw for many travelers. The well-known cities of Freeport
and Lucaya are located here on Grand Bahama Island, and
a day trip to Bahamas on Grand Bahama can be a great way
to relax. Not only are there a growing number of great
resorts here for your one day trip to Bahamas, complete
with spas and other pampering opportunities, but there
are also some great attractions for families. Spend your
one day trip to Bahamas on Grand Bahama shopping, relaxing,
and trying to avoid having a stringent plan. Grand Bahama
is also home to some of the best golf courses on any of
the islands, so if you enjoy golfing be sure to set aside
time in the morning or afternoon to golf.
