It should be no surprise that The Bahamas is one of the top beach destinations in the Caribbean. The contrast between the deep blue Atlantic waters and the hypnotizing colors of the country's shallow turquoise seas have become a treat for astronauts to behold.
You won't need a rocket ship to get to the gin-clear waters of The Bahamas. With multiple islands to choose from, each with its own attractive quirks and qualities, the beaches here can cater to the wants of any traveller.
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The beach is two miles south of Gregory Town and has a cute beach shack built out of wood. Caribbean islands are known for their white sand shoreline.
During the months of September and February, the optimum surfing conditions at Surfer's Beach can be found. During the time of year when the trade winds are strongest, the surf action on the island's windward coast increases. Unless you go to the northern end of the beach, snorkeling is not recommended due to the high surf.
Junkanoo Beach makes up for it's lack of privacy and seclusion by being convenient and exciting. The city of Nassau is located on the island of New Providence. It is the largest island in the country with more visitors every year than any other island.
The city's cruise port is the busiest in the country and the beach is very popular with springbreakers. The beach can get a bit crowded. This might not be the beach for you if you want to be isolated. As it attracts more people than other beaches, there are more things to do. Junkanoo Beach is close to a number of popular bars.
The clear blue waters at this beach are a delight to behold.
Each day of the year, the Exumas are thought to be an island in the archipelago. Great and Little Exuma are connected by a bridge. Little Exuma is home to the Tropic of Cancer beach, which is the island's longest beach.
This beach, named after the line of latitude that crosses the island at this point, is a stretch of white sand and turquoise waters that The Bahamas is known for. It is one of the prettiest beaches in the whole archipelago. It is possible to swim at the northern border of the tropics.
The stairway leading to the sand is a good place to take pictures. While the beach doesn't offer any amenities, it does offer a level of peace and privacy that can't be beat.
Dean's Blue Hole is located off the shores of Long Island in The Central Bahamas. The archipelago is home to a large amount of blue holes due to the fact that the islands are made of porous limestone rock.
The world's second deepest blue hole is almost completely surrounded by limestone rock on three sides. Free divers come from all over the world. One of Long Island's more attractive beaches and one of the best beaches in The Bahamas can be found on the other side of the island. Most of the beaches on The Bahamas' family islands do not offer much in the way of amenities.
Being able to sit on the edge of the world's second deepest blue hole while feet away from the shore is the real attraction. The amphitheater has three jump spots that thrill seekers can jump into.
The road leading to Dean's Blue Hole Beach is just off Queen's Highway, which is the longest road on the island. The best way to travel along it is in a 4wd. It is not a good idea to swim near the edge of the blue hole if you are a strong swimmer.
Fortune Beach is located in the city of Freeport on the island of Grand Bahama. It is said that a million dollar wreck was found off the island's coast. It is perfect for beach activities like kite surfing.
The true appeal of this beach is found at low tide when a sand bar just feet from the shore allows visitors to sunbathe on their own small private island.
Pink sand beaches are not as common as powdery white sand beaches, but they are still attractive. Pink Sands Beach is the most well-known of them. It is one of the best beaches in The Bahamas and offers visitors a unique experience that is exceptional.
The turquoise Bahamian seas meet the speckled- pink sand to create a unique occurrence that makes it one of the country's most popular beaches. It is possible to ride a horse along the beach's shores.
It is possible to take a ferry from North Eleuthera to Harbour Island. Harbour Island can be busy during the months of November through March. The best place to avoid the crowds is Pink Sands Beach.
One of the best beaches in The Bahamas is located at the southern end of Long Island. Gordon's Beach is located at the end of Queen's Highway and is a short walk through salt pans.
There is a beautiful view of the ocean from this beach. The ultimate reward is the drive south along Queen's Highway to Gordon's Beach. The stretch of sand is remote and breathtakingly beautiful.
It's a good idea to plan for hotels and resorts to be hours away. Gordon's Beach can be visited in several hours if you drive to the beach, spend some time there, and return to your accommodations. While an SUV is not required, walking shoes are recommended to cross the dirt road which connects the highway to the beach.
The peace of mind that is offered by a stroll along this beach is peerless. It is a calm alternative to the beaches on Eleuthera's rugged Atlantic coast.
The beach is south of Gregory Town. Visitors can walk to the small island that gives the beach its name at low tide.
Daddy Joe's is a popular beach bar on one of the family islands of The Bahamas.
The Long Bay Beach is a perfect example of picturesque enchantment. The town of Long Bay is named after the long boats that Christopher Columbus and his crew landed in. Columbus is thought to have first landed in the "New World" at Long Bay Beach.
There are many monuments to commemorate the Columbus landing at the beach site. Snorkelers can treat themselves to an underwater monument which is believed to be where Columbus dropped anchor. The International Olympic Committee built a monument on the beach that held the Olympic torch on its way from Greece to Mexico for the 1968 Summer Olympic Games.
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