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The Bahamas

Dreaming of exotic locations

What will the weather be like today, I wonder; and as I am wondering so my mind flicks to more exotic locations than looking out of my office window towards the local convenience store. I guess that most folk day-dream about exotic places at some time or other; places to escape to, even if only in the mind, for a while.
So, with that in mind, how about a trip to The Bahamas? There are twenty-nine islands altogether, and you will find plenty of sandy beaches and secluded bays, with long sunny days and warm tropical nights with star-studded skies. Looking at the photographs here you can soon see how the stresses of your everyday life can melt away in a place like this.

Here's a sun-lounger and shade just waiting for you on the beach at Freeport, located on Grand Bahama Island. Freeport became a major tourist attraction in the 1950's, when the American, Wallace Groves, began developing more than 50,000 acres of land on the island. In addition to the frequent trading that happens year round in the Freeport harbour, tourism has grown up from the city of Freeport to become the city's largest source of revenue. Freeport is also the second largest city in the Bahamas.
You can go scuba diving or dolphin watching in the Blue Lagoon, or simply soak up the sun in the daytime and the night-life in the evenings.

When it comes to somewhere to rest your head at night you can choose from the simple to the simply luxurious. You could, for example, stay in a beach house like the one below, which is on the beach in Nassau.

Alternatively, you might prefer the luxury and home comforts offered on Paradise Island in a large hotel complex.

The Commonwealth of The Bahamas is a free state located in the Atlantic Ocean, north of Cuba, northwest of the Turks and Caicos Islands and east of the peninsula of Florida, U.S.A. The word Bahamas comes from the Spanish words 'baja mar' which means shallow sea. The Bahamas consist of 29 islands, 661 cays, and 2,387 islets. Its total land area is 13,939 km2 (5,382 sq mi), with an estimated population of 330,000.

Its capital is Nassau, the largest city and commercial centre. The city has a population of 248,948, 70 percent of the entire population of The Bahamas. the major airport for The Bahamas, the Lynden Pindling International Airport, is located about 16 kilometres (9.9 mi) west of Nassau city centre, and has daily flights to major cities in the United Kingdom, United States, Canada and the Caribbean.

Bahamas Travel & Vacation

the Bahamas is blessed with the perfect vacation climate—averaging a little over 75 degrees; and the perfect vacation environment—crystal clear turquoise blue waters and pearly white sandy beaches. The Islands of the Bahamas is the perfect travel destination for your wedding, siesta, party, honeymoon, or family vacation.

The quiet bays and beaches free of crowds of the Bahamas offer visitors the intimacy of a secluded retreat in an area of some 700 idyllic palm fringed islands.

The world-class water sports, from scuba diving and snorkeling, parasailing. Also, there are stunning golf courses designed for the best game, or simply explore the beaches, caves and nature reserves to keep pulses racing.

Discover the Islands of the Bahamas

According to the Bahamas Tourism office the Islands of the Bahamas is unique with their individual character and charm--and there is some truth to this.

Visit the main islands like beautiful Grand Bahama Island (Freeport/Lucaya) and bustling New Providence (Nassau and Paradise Island).

Or, if you really want to get away from the crowds, visit one of the many out islands like Abaco, Andros, Acklins and Crooked Island, Biminis, Berry Islands, Cat Island, Eleuthera, Exumas, Inaguas, Mayaguana, and San Salvador.

Rachel Kum and the other Miss Universe girls in their swimsuits

It looks like Miss Singapore Rachel Kum is making waves in Bahamas. She seems to be the favourite of the photographers who are covering the Miss Universe 2009. One thing I would like to say, Rachel is in great form and she's giving the other girls a run of their money. She looks beautiful and fresh. I just don't know if you agree with me.

Just a little trivia, before Rachel flew to Bahamas, she spent some days in Maldives to get a little tan. She blogged this journey in her official site.

What Water Sports in the Bahamas are Out There?

What Water Sports in the Bahamas are Out There?

There are various different Bahamas sports, most notably those of soccer and golf. There are also water sports in the Bahamas. With the great waters in the area there are all sorts of fun options for water sports in the area. There are also great places to visit for water sports there.

What makes water sports in the Bahamas among the most exciting Bahamas sports is that of the great water temperature during the entire year. The waters in the Bahamas are around eighty degrees Fahrenheit throughout the year.

The Starfish Exuma Adventure Center is one of the best places for Bahamas sports to visit. This features activities like sea kayaking, sailing and eco tourism trips. Water sports gear and bikes are available for rental here.