crets so secret, in fact, that the company cross creek camping resort guarantees you ll have it all to yourself. The day-trip costs $95 per person, or you can overnight in a tent for only $115 dinner and breakfast included. You can even spend the night in a stateroom on board a 70-foot yacht. cross creek camping resort The company also offers what they term The Ultimate Getaway. The cost for the day-long trip is just $79 a bargain cross creek camping resort and includes cross creek camping resort pickup at your hotel, snorkeling, breakfast, cross creek camping resort lunch, and all you can drink. Visit the website for a list of the company s tours and adventures, or 649-941-5810; www.provo.net/oceanoutback.
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The Bahamas cross creek camping resort lie scattered across more than 100,000 square miles of the western Atlantic Ocean. From a point roughly 70 miles east of West Palm Beach, Florida, the great archipelago extends some 750 miles southward toward the northern Caribbean, almost to the island of Hispaniola.
Calico Jack Captain John Rackham, camping in north carolina called camping in north carolina Calico Jack for the striped trousers he wore, was a pirate captain for the two years 1718 to 1720. During this short time he plundered many ships. He and his men were captured by the crew of a government ship and brought to trial at St. Jago de la Vega, Jamaica. Among Rackham s crew were his mistress, Mary Read, and Anne Bonney. They are the only female pirates on record. Rackham and Read were hanged in Port Royal on November 17, 1720.
In the section on each individual island, you ll find everything you need to know to plan an enjoyable vacation. Travel planning tips, plus sections on sightseeing, shopping and the best beaches are offered. Then I focus on activities from diving camping in north carolina and hiking to bird-watching. The Out Islands are listed in alphabetical order after Grand Bahama and New Providence.
800-457-8787; www.oceanclubresorts.com. From $180 to $910. Ocean Club West. This is the sister complex to the Ocean Club described above. It, too, is situated on the shores of Grace Bay and its splendid beach. The ambiance here is a little more casual, with an assortment of one-, two-and three-bedroom suites to choose from. All are air-conditioned, have TVs, refrigerators, and safes, along with the usual amenities such as hairdryers and irons. Still expensive, but not quite as costly as its mate to the east. PO Box 640, Grace Bay Beach, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos, BWI, 800-457-8787; www.oceanclubresorts.com. From $180 to $550.
dral-like structures, and most are inhabited by colonies of bats if you have an aversion to the little critters, you might want to give this one a miss. If not, you should visit. trinity lake camping The caves are also home to a colony
The dive sites listed throughout this book are, for the most part, remote and difficult to get to without a qualified guide. The locations of most listed sites in the Out Islands are not marked in any way on maps or in the ocean and are the closely guarded secrets of the local dive operators trinity lake camping who make their living taking divers out on guided tours. If you want to see a particular site, ask your operator. If there are enough people interested in the site to make a full boat, it will cost no more than the regular half-day or full-day tour. If not, you ll have to rent the boat and guide on your own, which can be expensive.
Only a few of the Out Islands offer any sort of tourist accommodations. Some are small hotels where the air-conditioning is nothing more than the soft trade winds blowing in through the window, and the only telephone tuolumne meadows camping is a lonely pay phone somewhere in the vicinity of the hotel office. There are also rental cottages, villas, luxurious hotels, private islands, and even resorts.
Turks Head Inn. This old inn, circa 1869, oozes atmosphere. There are just eight guest rooms, all recently renovated and furnished with antique reproductions. Satellite TV is a bonus, as are the telephones, if you consider such luxuries an essential. Some of the downstairs tuolumne meadows camping rooms have their own gardens, and the upstairs rooms have balconies. Best of all, it s inexpensive. Duke Street, PO Box 58, Grand Turk, Turks and Caicos, BWI, 649-946-2466. From $65.
you can visit their website at www.classicvacations.com. Delta Vacations: 800-872-7786, yosemite creek campground www.deltavacations.com. USAir Vacations: 800-455-0123, www.usairvacations.com. Vacation Express: 800-309-4717, www.vacationexpress.com. Travel Impressions: www.travelimpressions.com (book through
Sharks are common throughout the Bahamas, especially the Out Islands, and can be found in both shallow yosemite creek campground waters and deep. Bull sharks, blues, hammerheads, and tiger sharks abound. The truth is, however, that when one is caught, the fight usually lasts only as long as it takes for the shark s razor-like teeth to bite through the wire traces that hold him. Even so, you ll remember the battle for a long time to come.
North Caicos, 338, 339; Out Islands, 26, 48, 76, 140; Port Howe 273; Providenciales, 230, 231; San Salvador, 297, 300, 303-304, 308; Spanish Cay, 185; Stocking Island, 243; tours, 48; Treasure Cay, 158
years ago, blacks on the islands were not allowed in any of the nation s restaurants, yosemite creek campground theaters, and hotels, although they represented more than 80% of the population. That is all changed now and, although several islands remain predominantly white, Bahamians of all colors integrate freely with one another.
Coral Gardens. Situated on Whitehouse wa camping Reef, this upscale resort is set in an expanse of tropical greenery and color. The three-story hotel exudes an atmosphere of elegance and grace. The condominium-style guest suites are spacious and tastefully wa camping furnished, air-conditioned, with king-size beds and large windows. Each has a patio that overlooks the pool and gardens. Each has a fully equipped kitchen. The bathrooms are large and cool. Facilities include two pools, the Coyoba restaurant elegant, great food, good service and, of course, the beach and its adjacent reef complex, which provides one of the finest snorkeling opportunities on the island. wa camping It s expensive, but worth the money. PO Box 281, Penn s Road, Grace Bay, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos, BWI, 800-532-8536; www.coralgardens.com. From $135 to $600.
There are endless possibilities for getting out and about on the water from the self-drive rental boat available by the hour, to the full-blown chartered day-sailor wa camping yacht that comes complete with captain and crew, not to mention cham
Remember, Bahamians drive on the left side of the road. It can at first be a little disconcerting, but you ll soon get used to it. Shopping Hours Although shops throughout wa camping the Bahamas are now permitted to open on Sundays and some national holidays, you ll find many remain closed. In Nassau, shops open daily from 9 am until 5 pm. In Freeport/ Lucaya they open from 9 am until 8 pm, although many of the stores in the International Bazaar and at Port Lucaya stay open until 9 on Saturday evenings.
Bicycles & Mopeds Bicycles are popular wa camping on the islands. Visitors love them. They are inexpensive to rent, convenient, easy to park, and nowhere is really too far away. The only concern is that you ll be riding on the wrong side of the road. You can rent
The Modern Era By the early 1900s, people of African descent had become the majority of the Bahamian population, but power remained in the hands of the white minority. By the 1930s, the islands had been discovered by the millionaire developers from America camping in pa and Europe, and the gap between the races grew even wider.
Paradise Island camping in pa Paradise Island, a long, narrow barrier island connected to Nassau by a toll bridge, is as different from Nassau as Key West is from Miami. While Paradise Island camping in pa is a world of hotels, restaurants and exciting nightlife, it s also a world still quite unspoiled where you can enjoy the sea and beaches that lie close to the bustling camping in pa streets of the city.
Blue Horizon Resort camping in pa is the best place to stay on Middle Caicos. This five-unit cottage complex is run by a couple from Florida, the Witts, who decided that life on the mainland was something they didn t want anymore. With that in mind, they found this secluded little resort and made it their own. They, too, will go out of their way to make sure that all of your vacation needs are met. The five cottages are brightly painted and furnished. Each has a full kitchen evening meals are available in the dining room on request and a small bathroom. One or two units are air-conditioned make a request when you book and a few have TVs. All are equipped with ceiling fans, but none have phones. A bit pricey, but nice. Mudjin Harbour, Middle Caicos, Turks and Caicos, BWI, 649-946-6141. From $150.
There are no restricted fishing seasons; it s open season throughout the year on whatever you want to catch. Licenses are not required if you re fishing from a Bahamian- registered boat. You will, however, need to obtain a sport-fishing permit if using your own craft. A single-visit permit costs $20 and is available at your legal port of entry into the Bahamas. An annual permit will cost you $250. You can also obtain your permit in advance by contacting the Department of Fisheries, camping in pismo beach PO Box N-3028, camping in pismo beach Nassau, Bahamas, 242-393-1777. camping in pismo beach
$ to $$ The Water s Edge, on Duke Street, is all character and atmosphere. The menu is basically Bahamian, but the offerings cover a much wider spectrum. There is, of course, the inevitable conch (good job, too) cooked and served a variety of ways, including curried, along
Turtle Cove Inn. Now we re moving on to the less expensive opportunities. This is a two-story hotel built around a large, freshwater swimming pool. It s rather beckler river campground a simple affair, but clean and inviting. The rooms are comfortably furnished and provide views over either the pool or the marina, which is just a few yards away. All rooms are air-conditioned, and the bathrooms, though adequate, are a little on the small side. Poolside, you ll find the Tiki Hut Cabana and Grill. The other on-site restaurant beckler river campground is the Terrace, but it s open only for dinner; reservations are recommended. No beach, I m afraid, but a shuttle runs throughout the day between the hotel and the beach. Inexpensive beckler river campground and recommended. Turtle Cove Marina, Suzie Turn Rd., Providenciales, Turks and Caicos, BWI, 800-887-0477; www.provo.net/turtlecoveinn. EP $142.
Barracuda are not really dangerous, just scary-looking, especially with their rather frightening and ever-present grin. The sleek, silver tiger of the ocean is a curious creature, however, and will often follow you around, which can be a little unnerving. If you happen to be feeding the local reef fish, which you shouldn t do, you should always be on the lookout for something bigger. A barracuda after his share of the pie will attack like lightning and, although he s only after your hand-out, it might be your hand he takes.
The Turks and Caicos have fine scuba diving. The waters are crystal clear. The undersea life is colorful and exotic. Provo is unique among the islands. In fact, the late Jacques Cousteau proclaimed it one of the 10 best dive
The dive sites listed throughout this book are, for the most part, remote and difficult to get to without a qualified guide. The locations of most listed sites in the Out Islands are not marked in any way on maps or in the ocean and are the closely guarded secrets of the local dive operators who make their living taking divers out on guided beckler river campground tours. If you want to see a particular site, ask your operator. If there are enough people interested in the site to make a full boat, it will cost no more than the regular half-day or full-day tour. If not, you ll have to rent the boat and guide on your own, which can be expensive.
These aren t isolated cases. Of course, you ll find the occasional bum lounging on the beach, and there are certainly some strange characters wandering the streets of Nassau. There s a certain amount of petty crime on the islands and everyone wants more money. But on the whole, there s an overwhelming air of tranquility, a don t worry; be happy attitude that pervades the islands, and it s infectious. Visitors returning home often find the easygoing Bahamian ways, the shrug of the shoulders, and an almost overpowering desire to put everything off until tomorrow, has returned with them.
Airline Telephone Numbers Air Canada:. 888-247-2262 Air Sunshine:. 800-327-8900, fax 954-359-8211 American Airlines:. 800-433-7300 Bahamasair:. 800-222-4262, fax 305-593-6246 Bel Air Transport:. calf creek campground 954-524-9814, fax 954-524-0115 Delta. 800-221-1212 Gulfstream (Continental): 800-231-0856 Island Air Charters:. 800-444-9904, fax 954-760-9157 IslandExpress:. 954-359-0380, fax 954-359-7944 Lynx Air:. 954-491-7576, fax 954-491-8361 Major Air:. 242-352-5778, fax 242-352-5788 Pan Am Air Bridge:. 800-424-2557, fax 305-371-3259 SandpiperAir:. 242-328-7591, fax 242-328-5069 Twin Air:. 954-359-8266, fax 954-359-8271 USAirways Express:. 800-622-1015
know more about the sights and sounds of the islands than the scheduled tour operators. In Nassau, tub run campground one such driver who comes readily to mind is Mr. Pemmi Sutherland. The man is an absolute mine of information and trivia, and a great source of fun in the bargain. tub run campground Pemmi can be reached through Li l Murph Taxis,
Feast from the Sea The conch pronounced konk is chief among the many varieties of goodies gathered from the ocean. Claimed by the locals to be an aphrodisiac, conch can be prepared in numerous ways: for conch salad the flesh is chopped, spiced, tub run campground and eaten raw with vegetables and lime juice; cracked conch is beaten and fried; and, finally, there are conch fritters. Be sure to try conch salad before you leave; it s delicious.
If you want to visit the Out Islands, namely the Abacos, Eleuthera, Long Island and the Exumas, your best option is American FlyAAWay Vacations. A couple of Out Island hotels also offer vacation and dive packages check in the appropriate chapter for details. One other option worth considering is Club Med. They have resorts on Paradise Island (Nassau), Eleuthera and San Salvador.
the best way is to hunt them down on foot on the lonely flats of the Out Islands. This is where your guide will earn his fee. He will know where to go, what bait to use fly or jig and he ll guide you through the basics of how to fish for the ghost.
TURKS & CAICOS ISLANDS 311 History 311 The Islands Today 314 Getting There 315 Getting Around 316 Practical Concerns 316 Providenciales 318 The Beaches 320 Adventures 321 Snorkeling 321 Scuba Diving 321
The 19th Century Just prior to the turn of the 19th century, after the American Revolution had drawn to a close, a new breed of immigrant arrived in the islands. These were one-time English colonists in America who were still loyal to England and its government. They left Virginia with their slaves and settled in the Bahamas.
In Nassau and Freeport/Lucaya, banks are open from 9:30 am until 3 pm, Monday through topsail sound rv park Thursday, topsail sound rv park and from 9:30 am until 5 pm on Friday. If you rely on credit cards for your cash, there are international ATMs located at strategic spots on both of the major islands, including the casinos. As one might expect, banking hours vary in the Out Islands. In fact, banks on some islands open only on certain days of the week, and then only for a few hours.
800-457-8787; www.oceanclubresorts.com. From $180 to $910. Ocean Club West. This is the sister complex to the Ocean Club described above. It, too, is situated on the shores of Grace Bay and its splendid beach. The ambiance here is a little more casual, with an assortment of one-, two-and three-bedroom suites to choose from. All are air-conditioned, have TVs, refrigerators, and safes, along with the usual amenities such as hairdryers and irons. Still expensive, but not quite as costly as its mate to the east. PO Box 640, Grace Bay Beach, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos, BWI, 800-457-8787; www.oceanclubresorts.com. From $180 to $550.
Dining santa barbara camping Restaurant Price Scale $. less than $20 per person $$. $20-$50 per person $$$. $50+ per person $ Papa Grunt s Seafood Restaurant. The cuisine is American and West Indian, and the food is excellent. The menu includes such delights as conch salad, cracked conch, steamed conch and conch fritters. Fresh fish is also
Nassau santa barbara camping & New Providence Island 55 History 55 Getting There 57 By Air 58 By Cruise Ship 58 Package Vacations 58 Vacation santa barbara camping Planning Online 60 Getting Around 62 Taxis 62 Horse & Carriage 63 Car Rental 63 Tours 63 Shopping 63 The Best Spots 64 The Straw Market 65 Sightseeing 67 The Atlantis Resort santa barbara camping & Casino 67 Beaches 68 Cable Beach 68 Western Esplanade (Junkanoo Beach) 68 Saunders Beach 69 The Beach at Atlantis 69 Ardastra Gardens 69 Pirates of Nassau 70 The Cloisters 71 The Water Tower 71 The Queen s Staircase 72 Pompey Museum 72 Historical Society Museum 72 Junkanoo Expo Museum 73 Changing of the Guard Ceremony 73 The Retreat 73 Guided Walking Tours 74 The Botanical Gardens 74 Fort Fincastle 74 Fort Montague 74 Fort Charlotte 75 Adventures on Land 75 Pedal & Paddle Ecoventure 75 Birding Tours 76 Golf 77 Gambling 78 Adventures on Water 79 Dolphin Encounters -Blue Lagoon Island, Nassau 79 Hartley s Undersea Walk 80 Seaworld Explorer Semi-submarine 81
If it s real adventure that you re looking for, consider a sea kayaking expedition in the Exumas. You can look forward to long hot days paddling the open waters between the islands of the chain, balmy nights under canvas, good food,
Andros Town (Andros), 191, 192, 193, 195, 196; accommodations, 193, 201-202; beaches, crescent lake campground 195, 196; bicycle crescent lake campground rentals, 194; boat rental, crescent lake campground 195; bonefishing, 195; car, 194-196; fishing, 196; getting around, 194-196; shopping, 195
Through the pages of this book, you will be able to find all the information you need quickly, no matter what place or activity appeals to you the most. This is not a book for bungee jumpers, sky divers, extreme skiers and those who live life on the edge. It s for the angler in search crescent lake campground of the Big One, the honeymooner looking for the perfect beach, and those who ve always wanted to dive to the depths of the ocean or explore ancient shipwrecks. No matter what your experience level, you can learn to dive in less than three hours and be swimming 30 feet beneath the waves in less than four hours.
Sharks, predators of the deep, have gained an undeserved reputation. But sharks kill only when hungry. Shark attacks timpooneke campground are extremely rare, especially in the Bahamas. They say you have more of a chance of being twice-struck by lightning than of being attacked by a shark.
Eleuthera 217 History 217 Getting There 218 By Air 218 By Mail Boat 220 By Private Plane 221 By Private Boat 221 Spanish Wells 221 Harbour Island 221 Palmetto Shores 221 Governor s Harbour 222 Rock Sound 222 Package Vacations 222 American FlyAAWay Vacations 222 Apple Vacations 222 Club Med 223 Getting Around mendocino camping 223 Island Driving mendocino camping Tour 224 Adventures on Water 227 Fishing mendocino camping 227 Boat Rentals 227 Diving mendocino camping 227 Best Dive Sites 228 Shipwrecks 229 Best Snorkeling Sites 229 Dive Operators 231 Where to Stay & Eat 232 Dining 232 Governor s Harbour 232 Gregory mendocino camping Town 232 Hatchet Bay 232 Palmetto Point 233 Harbour Island 233 Accommodations 234
This is a vast nature park incorporating many miles of deserted beach, silent freshwater lakes, and extensive pine forests, all connected by more than 10 miles of trails. The reserve is a part of the Turks and Caicos National Trust
The wily barracuda is found in large numbers, in shallow or deep waters. They can often be seen swimming close to the surface in the clear waters over reefs and sandy banks. Barracuda range in size from a few pounds to about 15 or 20 pounds and, small though they might be, you re sure of a good fight if you can get one on your hook.
800-465-4329, $70 to $100. Holiday Inn Sunspree, Paradise Island, Box SS-6249, Nassau, 800-331-6471, $180 to $225. Nassau Beach Hotel, Cable Beach, 800-627-7282, $125 EP. Nassau Marriott Resort & Crystal Palace Casino, Cable Beach, 800-222-7466, $225 EP. The Nassau Harbour Club Hotel & Marina, Box SS-5755, Nassau, 242-393-0771, $90 EP. Ocean Club Golf & Tennis Resort, Box N-4777, Nassau,
Champion II leaves Sandy Point, Moore s Island, Bullock Harbour Tuesday at 8 pm and returns on Thursday at 10 am. Sailing time is 11 hours. The fare is $30. Acklins, Crooked Island & Mayaguana Lady Matilda, camping va schedule varies, 242-393-1064. Sailing time is upwards of 15 hours. The fare is $65, $70 and $70 respectively. Central Andros Fresh Creek, Stafford Creek, Blanket Sound, Staniard Creek, Behring Point Lady D. leaves Tuesday at 12 noon and returns on Sunday. Sailing camping va time is five hours. The fare is $30. North Andros Nicholl s Town, Majestic Point, Morgan s Bluff Lisa J. II leaves Wednesday at 3:30 pm and returns on Tuesday at 12 noon. Sailing time is five hours. The fare is $30. Lady Margo, leaves Wednesday at 2 am and returns on Sunday at 5 pm. Sailing time is five hours. The fare is $30. Challenger. 242-393-1064 for schedule. Sailing time is five hours. The fare is $30.
Accommodations HOTEL With rare exceptions, hotel standards in the Bahamas are not what you d expect on the US mainland, camping va or in Europe. Because almost everything must be imported, and is thus expensive, there is a tendency to put off until tomorrow
Accommodations HOTEL Accommodations on Middle Caicos are few and far between. What s there is quite basic, with few amenities, and bordering on the primitive, but worthwhile experiences nonetheless. Here s your chance to get to know the island
242-362-1820; on Grand Bahama, Pinetree Stables is at 242-373-3600. The going rate is $25 per hour, and you have a choice of English or Western saddles. Long rides along quiet country lanes lined with seagrapes, cocoa plums, casuarinas and white sandy beaches provide hours of quiet relaxation and often new friends and good company. Parasailing Parasailing is available from private operators at most of the major resorts both on New Providence Island and Grand Bahama Island.
Sport Fishing 82 Fishing Charters 82 Powerboat Adventures 83 Diving beach camping in california & Snorkeling 83 Best Dive Sites -North Side 84 Best Dive Sites -South & West 85 Shipwrecks 86 Dive Operators 90 Where to Stay & Eat 92 Dining 92 Accommodations 94
By 1800, the black population beach camping in california of the islands had tripled. Emancipation came to the Bahamas in August 1834, and the newly liberated slaves left Nassau and moved over the hill to establish settlements of their own. The descendants of those slaves still live in Grant s Town, Carmichael, Gambier and Adelaide, as well as on the Out Islands of The Exumas, Rum Cay, San Salvador, Long Island and others. Unfortunately, the one-time slaves were unequipped for life on their own; the new settlements endured but didn t prosper. The black Bahamians became the poor people of the islands.
If you want to visit one of the more remote islands, sand flats recreation area you ll need to enlist the services of a creative travel agent. It might take a little arranging, but it is possible, and the experience will be well worth the extra effort. sand flats recreation area You ll find options sand flats recreation area listed throughout this book.
Bonefish come up onto the flats in schools and can be seen first in the near distance as a dark stain in the crystal-clear water above the white sandy bottom, then as a vast, surging sand flats recreation area ripple sand flats recreation area on the surface of the water as maybe a hundred fish move like a flock of birds, this way and that, across the flats, tails cleaving the water. Then you see them, shadowy gray streaks flashing sand flats recreation area over the white sand, ghostly, moving fast.
it s okay if you ve never fished before in your life. There are plenty of skilled guides sand flats recreation area willing to take you in hand and show you exactly how it s done. A couple of hours of instruction, a fast boat or a calm, shallow- water flat, and you re in business.
dral-like structures, and most are inhabited by colonies of bats if you have an aversion to the little critters, you might want to give this one a miss. If not, you should visit. The caves are also home to a colony
Hotels in most packages range from Tourist Class to Superior Deluxe, and are supposed to be inspected by the tour operator gulf shores camping on a regular basis; some do, indeed, carry out such inspections. Remember, however, that you are not dealing with the same standards as in the United States, Canada or England (see the definitions under Accommodations on pages 20-21). I recommend that you NOT book a package with a hotel rated less than Deluxe. gulf shores camping
649-946-2466. $ to $$ The Secret Garden, at the Salt Raker Inn, is open most of the day and early evening for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Breakfast (the full English heart attack with eggs, bacon, sausage, fried tomato, and fried bread) and lunch are casual affairs, except for a couple of nights turner falls camping a week when the dinner menu includes lobster, steaks, and fresh fish cooked in a variety of ways. Dessert (apple or cherry pie with ice cream) is also worth a mention. Open from 7:15 am until 9 pm. Reservations for dinner turner falls camping a must. 649-946-2260.
Through the pages of this book, you will be able to find all the information you need quickly, no matter what place or activity turner falls camping appeals to you the most. This is not a book for bungee jumpers, sky divers, extreme skiers and those who live life on the edge. It s for the angler in search of the Big One, the honeymooner looking for the perfect beach, and those who ve always wanted to dive to the depths of the ocean or explore ancient shipwrecks. No matter what your experience level, you can learn to dive in less than three hours and be swimming 30 feet beneath the waves in less than four hours.
Dining Restaurant Price Scale $. less than $20 per person $$. $20-$50 per person $$$. $50+ per person $$ Calico Jack s, on Duke Street, is the oldest and busiest inn on Grand Turk. The cuisine claims to be international and, for the most part, it is, with grilled steaks, chicken, fresh fish, and all served in generous portions.
Today, the Lucayan Indians, the pirates and privateers are long gone. Today s adventurer, while still very much an explorer, is an outdoor enthusiast, a skin diver, an angler, a sailor, a hiker, a bird watcher, a gambler or even a shopper. All are looking for something different and all manage to find it one way or another in the Bahamas.
94-101, 249; New Providence, 20, 52, 55; New Bight, 273; Out Islands, 8, 14, 21, 26, 139, 140; Paradise san elijo campground Island, 5, 14, 58, 97, 100-101, 102; Pittstown Point Landings, 262; Port Howe, 273-274; Providenciales, 324-329; San Salvador, 4, 296, 297, 306-309; South Caicos, 346; Spanish san elijo campground Cay, 185; Stella Maris, 293; Tarpum Bay, 234; Treasure Cay, 185-186; Tucker s Hill, 348; Turks & Caicos, 335-336; Walker s Cay, 158, 186; White Sound, 179-180, 182-183; Wood Cay, 162-163; Whitby, 340-341; Whitehouse Reef, 328
Out Islands On the Out Islands timpooneke campground the Abacos, Eleuthera, the Exumas, Andros, Long Island, Cat Island, etc. accommodations timpooneke campground can be basic; many are not air-conditioned. There are very few hotels rated better than First Class. Also, most Out Island hotels do not have TVs or telephones in the rooms, although they all have them in the main buildings. If you want to get away from the stresses of everyday living, timpooneke campground it can be nice to leave the television and telephone back on the mainland. timpooneke campground
Pelican Beach Hotel has no frills, but it s clean and functional. There are 12 guest rooms and two suites, all with ocean views, tile floors and patios, small bathrooms. No TV or telephones. There s a bar and snack lunches are available. There s also a dining room
Governor s Harbour & Spanish Wells Eleuthera Express leaves Monday at 7 pm and returns on Tuesday at 8 pm. She also leaves on Thursday at 7 am and returns on Sunday. Sailing time is five hours. The fare is $20. The Exumas Ragged Island, Exuma Cays, Barraterre, timpooneke campground Staniel Point, Black Point, Farmer s Cay Ettienne & Cephas leaves Tuesday timpooneke campground at 2 pm. 242-393-1064 for return. Sailing time is 21 hours. The fare is $50. George Town Grand Master leaves Tuesday at 2 pm and returns on Friday at 7 am. Sailing time is 12 hours. The fare is $40. Grand Bahama Freeport timpooneke campground Marcella III leaves Wednesday at 4 pm and returns on Saturday at 7 pm. Sailing time is 12 hours. The fare is $45. Inagua Abilin leaves Tuesday at 12 noon and returns on Saturday (time varies). Sailing time is 17 hours. The fare is $70. Long Island Clarence Town Abilin leaves Tuesday at 12 noon and returns on Saturday (time varies). Sailing time is 17 hours. The fare is $65.
The northernmost island in the group, this is a remote spot. It s a green little island most of the year, due to the fact that it receives more rainfall than the other islands. It s a land of deserted beaches, timpooneke campground sparse population, primitive lodgings, basic catering and, above all, seclusion. It has great white stretches of sand where you can wander
crets so secret, camping for dummies in fact, that the company guarantees you ll have it all to yourself. The day-trip camping for dummies costs $95 per person, or you can overnight in a tent for only $115 dinner and breakfast included. You can even spend the night in a stateroom on board a 70-foot yacht. The company also offers what they term The Ultimate Getaway. The cost for the day-long trip is just $79 a bargain and includes pickup at your hotel, snorkeling, camping for dummies breakfast, lunch, and all you can drink. Visit the website for a list of the company s tours and adventures, or 649-941-5810; www.provo.net/oceanoutback.
IN THIS CHAPTER Geography 3 History 9 Getting There 12 Before You Go 16 The People 17 Eating & Drinking 18 Accommodation 20 Restaurant/Hotel Prices 22 Practical Information 23 How to Use This Book 30 Tourist Information 31 Because the islands are no more than the exposed top portions of the Great Bahama Bank, an extension of the North American continental shelf, there are only three deep-water channels suitable for the passage of large vessels. Of the 700 islands and 2,000 islets, called camping for dummies cays (keys), making up the archipelago, only about 30 are inhabited. Some are little more than boulders that appear and disappear with the rise and fall of the ocean. Some are long and thin and stretch for many miles. Still others are home to thousands of busy people. The vast majority of the islands, however, are deserted, with pristine beaches and tropical forests that are untouched by humans.
Accommodations, 15, 20-23, 24, 34, 364-372; the Abacos, 21; Alice Town, 215; Andros Town, 21, 193, 201-202; camping for dummies Balfour Town, 334; Behring Point, 203; Bimini 208, 214-216; Cable Beach, 58; Cargill Creek, 203; Casuarina Point, 164; Cat Island, camping for dummies 21; Chub Cay, 266; Cockburn Harbour, camping for dummies 306-307, 334, 348; Conch Bar, 344-345; Elbow Cay, 154, 163, 170, 178-180; Eleuthera, 14, 21, 222-223, 227; the Exumas, 21, 251, 254-256; Fernandez Bay, 274-275; Freeport, camping for dummies 135-138; Fresh Creek, 202; George Town, 248, 249, 250, 255-256; Grace Bay, 325, 326-329; Grand Bahama, 6, 20, 52, 105, 135-138; Grand Turk, 334-336; Great Guana Cay 158, 182; Great Harbour Cay, 266; Great Inagua, 280; Green Turtle Cay 170, 182; Guana Cay, 164; Guana Harbour, 157; Harbour Island, 235; Hawk s Nest, 274; Hope Town, 178-179; Inagua National Park, 276; Long Island, 21, 292-293; Lucaya 136-137; Man-O-War Cay, 183; Marsh Harbour, 151-152, 164, 170, 183-185; Middle Caicos, 344-345; Mudjin Harbour, 345; Nassau, 14,
Boston and Atlanta; and locations in Florida. camping for dummies Visitors can fly freely between the islands by Bahamasair, the national carrier. Charter flights between the islands are also available. See the At a Glance camping for dummies section at the end of this guide for full details.
The islands became known as Bahama, from the Spanish baja mar, or shallow sea. Almost immediately, Europeans began enslaving the Lucayans. By the turn of the 16th century, they had almost been wiped out and a new source of cheap labor was needed. As early as 1503, the Portuguese were enslaving Africans and for several years they controlled the burgeoning industry. By 1520, however, white slave traders of assorted nationalities were going directly to the source.
US residents, including children, may take home duty-free purchases valued up to $600, and up to 32 ounces of alcohol per person over the age of 21. Canadian citizens may take home up to $300 in purchases. Residents of Great Britain may take home up to 32 in duty-free purchases and each adult visitor is allowed 200 cigarettes or 50 cigars or one pound of tobacco and a liter of alcohol without paying duty.
Don t even consider taking the mail boats if you suffer from sea sickness. By Private Boat The Islands of the Bahamas have, since the dawn of recorded history, held a special interest for sailors. Spanish explorers, pirates and privateers and blockade runners have plied these waters. Today, private watercraft make
Sport Fishing 82 Fishing Charters 82 Powerboat Adventures 83 Diving & Snorkeling 83 Best Dive Sites -North Side 84 Best Dive Sites -South & West 85 Shipwrecks 86 Dive Operators 90 Where to Stay & Eat 92 Dining 92 Accommodations 94
Erebus Inn. Built in the early 1960s, before the tourist boom began, this is Provo s veteran inn. It looks down on Turtle Cove from its location on the cliffs. It only has 25 guest rooms, all of which have been renovated several times in an effort to stay up with the big boys on Grace Bay. The air-conditioned guest rooms are decorated in pastel colors, the furnishings are comfortable. Some of the units are small cottages apart from the main building. There are two pools, a restaurant, bar, two tennis courts, a dive shop, and a health club. It s a cozy little inn and, if you can live with the lack of glitz and newness found in most other hotels on the bay, I think you ll find it a pleasant experience; it s cheap, too. PO Box 238, Turtle tsali recreation area Cove, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos, BWI, 649-946-4240, www.miramarresort.tc. EP from $100.
Jet-skiing is offered at most of the beachfront hotels on Grand Bahama and New Providence Islands, but not on the Out Islands because the skis damage the fragile coral heads. Rates vary from hotel to hotel, but start at around $40 for 30 minutes.
four suites. All have tiled floors, rattan furniture, two double beds, a small refrigerator, and a telephone. There s a TV lounge, riley creek campground sun deck, and a pool. Diving, snorkeling, and kayaking are all available through the hotel. It s an all-inclusive resort. Whitby, North Caicos, Turks and Caicos, BWI, 649-946-7119. All-inclusive from $350.
shoot. You simply take it into the water, shoot until it stops, and then take the whole thing in for processing. The second option is to rent a more sophisticated under-water camera riley creek campground from one of the many dive shops.
Sea urchins are spiky little black balls that lie on the sandy ocean floor or in nooks and crannies among coral heads in the shallow waters of the reef. Step on a sea urchin with bare feet at your peril. The spines are brittle, often barbed, and will give you a very nasty experience. Fortunately, urchins are easily seen and thus easily avoided. Keep a sharp lookout and don t touch. beach camping california
Traditional beach camping california Foods Bahamians also eat a lot of crab, chicken, pork, and mutton. Almost everything is served with huge portions of peas and rice a concoction of pigeon peas, peppers, celery, tomatoes, and rice, seasoned and cooked until golden brown.
A Voyage to Remember Sir John Hawkins had already made several journeys to the Caribbean selling slaves when he was joined in 1567 by Francis Drake, still a teenager, who made the journey as captain of his own ship, Judith. Their voyage ended in disaster beach camping california when Hawkins beach camping california and Drake, with a fleet of five ships, took refuge from a storm in the Spanish port of San Juan de Ulua, now called Vera Cruz. There, they were treachorously attacked by a superior Spanish fleet under the command of the new viceroy and Captain General of New Spain, Don Martin Enriquez. Hawkins flagship, Jesus of Lubeck, and two other English ships were destroyed. Only the Minion and Drake s little bark returned to England. beach camping california Thus began Drake s life-long personal war with Spain.
Take more film than you think you ll need, along with spare batteries, especially wolverine campground if you are shooting slides. Film is expensive locally and the type you prefer might not be available, especially in the Out Islands. Use low-speed film. The fine grain of a 50 or 100 ASA film will produce the best results. A rule of thumb is: the lower the film speed, the sharper the image will be. In the inter
The Modern Era By the early 1900s, people of African descent had become the majority of the Bahamian population, but power remained in the hands of the white minority. wolverine campground By the 1930s, the islands had been discovered by the millionaire developers from America and Europe, and the gap between the races grew even wider. wolverine campground
Nassau s water is imported from Andros by ship and, by the time it reaches the consumer, wolverine campground the taste is not what you might like. It s best to drink only bottled water in Nassau because wolverine campground of that. Tipping It s standard to add a 15% service charge to restaurant checks and the same with room service in the large hotels. If you don t see a gratuity on the bill, ask. Hotels add an 8%-10% service charge to their rates, so there s no need to leave a room tip. Tour guides expect to receive $2 to $5 per person, and cab drivers usually receive 10%-15% of the fare.
Accommodations, 15, 20-23, 24, 34, 364-372; the Abacos, 21; Alice Town, 215; Andros Town, 21, 193, 201-202; Balfour Town, 334; Behring Point, 203; Bimini 208, 214-216; Cable Beach, 58; Cargill Creek, 203; Casuarina Point, 164; Cat Island, 21; Chub Cay, 266; Cockburn Harbour, 306-307, 334, 348; Conch Bar, 344-345; Elbow Cay, 154, 163, 170, 178-180; Eleuthera, 14, 21, 222-223, 227; the Exumas, 21, 251, 254-256; Fernandez Bay, 274-275; Freeport, 135-138; wolverine campground Fresh Creek, 202; George Town, 248, 249, 250, 255-256; Grace Bay, 325, 326-329; Grand Bahama, 6, 20, 52, 105, 135-138; Grand Turk, 334-336; Great Guana Cay 158, 182; Great Harbour Cay, 266; Great Inagua, 280; Green Turtle Cay 170, 182; Guana Cay, 164; Guana Harbour, 157; Harbour Island, 235; Hawk s Nest, 274; Hope Town, 178-179; Inagua National Park, 276; Long Island, 21, 292-293; Lucaya 136-137; Man-O-War Cay, 183; Marsh Harbour, 151-152, 164, 170, 183-185; Middle Caicos, 344-345; Mudjin Harbour, 345; Nassau, 14,
Most package operators offer what s called travel protection insurance. This may or may not cover some limited medical emergencies. Several insurance companies also offer travel protection insurance as well as cancellation insurance. They can be well worth the extra cost. Perhaps california department of parks and recreation the best of these is CSA Travel Protection Insurance offered through travel agents and underwritten by Commercial Union Insurance Company. For more information, call your local travel agent or
Champion II leaves Sandy Point, Moore s Island, Bullock Harbour Tuesday at 8 pm and returns on Thursday at 10 am. Sailing time is 11 hours. The fare is $30. Acklins, Crooked Island & Mayaguana Lady Matilda, schedule varies, 242-393-1064. Sailing time is upwards of 15 hours. The fare is $65, $70 and $70 respectively. Central Andros Fresh Creek, Stafford Creek, Blanket Sound, Staniard Creek, Behring Point Lady D. leaves Tuesday at 12 noon and returns on Sunday. Sailing time is five hours. The fare is $30. North Andros california department of parks and recreation Nicholl s Town, Majestic Point, Morgan s Bluff Lisa J. II leaves Wednesday at 3:30 pm and returns on Tuesday at 12 noon. Sailing time is five hours. The fare is $30. Lady Margo, leaves Wednesday at 2 am and returns on Sunday at 5 pm. Sailing california department of parks and recreation time is five hours. The fare is $30. Challenger. 242-393-1064 for schedule. Sailing time is five hours. The fare is $30.
Windsurfing Warm trade winds blow almost constantly, providing never-ending opportunities. mckinney campground ga Equipment can be rented quite easily on New Providence and Grand Bahama, and some of the largest hotels and resorts offer windsurfing
With more than 25 inhabited islands and thousands of smaller mckinney campground ga rocks and cays, there is plenty of opportunity to explore different habitats and spot some rare birds. The three endemic species are the Bahama woodstar hummingbird, the Bahama swallow
The islands became known as Bahama, from the Spanish baja mar, or shallow sea. Almost immediately, Europeans began enslaving the Lucayans. By the turn of the 16th century, they had almost been wiped out and a new source of cheap labor was needed. As early as 1503, the Portuguese were enslaving Africans and for several years they controlled the burgeoning industry. By 1520, however, white slave traders of assorted nationalities were going directly to the source.
Nassau/New Providence Many direct flights are available, as follows: Air Jamaica flies from Newark and Philadelphia; American Eagle, from Fort Lauderdale, Miami, Orlando and Tampa; Bahamasair, from Fort Lauderdale, Miami and Orlando; British Airways, from London; nc camping Comair, nc camping from Cincinnati; Continental, from Fort Lauderdale, Miami and West Palm Beach; nc camping Delta, from NY/Laguardia, Boston and Atlanta; US Airways, from Philadelphia, NY/Laguardia and Cleveland. nc camping
Throughout the Christmas and New Year s holidays, at the height of the Bahamian nc camping tourist season, Junkanoo a spirited, Mardi Gras-style celebration born of slavery explodes across the islands, nc camping but nowhere is it quite as exciting as in Nassau.
stand on one of its two dusty main streets. It s an old world town with white painted colonial style buildings reminiscent of those you find on the island of Bermuda. One gets a feeling that Humphrey Bogart will, any minute, walk around the next corner with Lauren Bacall on his arm. This intriguing place is well worth a visit if you have time.
Grand Turk is where the government of the tiny island group has its headquarters. It s also the location of the capitol city, Cockburn Town. Cockburn, by the way, is pronounced Coburn. This town of 3,500 is a happening place. Grand Turk is not top of the list as far as tourism is concerned, but it is a little less expensive than its more popular neighbor, Providenciales. The island itself has little going for it. It does have some fine beaches and the snorkeling is good, but it lacks aesthetic appeal. There is no lush tropical vegetation here, few color
Be sure to check the car s condition before camping washington dc you drive away. Rates vary from around $60 to $90 per day, but are much cheaper if rented by the week. Special rates can be arranged through most agencies in advance of travel. In Nassau, the world-wide agencies Avis (www.avis.com), Budget (www.budget.com), Dollar (www.dollar. camping washington dc com) and Hertz (www.hertz.com) as well as several local companies, are found at the airport, hotels and several downtown camping washington dc locations. camping washington dc In Freeport, there s also an Avis office in the International Bazaar.
You ll need a guide who knows the area and where the best flats are found. Many hotels offer bonefishing packages that include the services of a reliable and experienced guide. If not, don t be afraid to ask. The hotel desk is the best place to start, but many taxi drivers know just who to put you in touch with. Most boat rental companies and dive companies will also know of someone. Bonefishing is good almost everywhere in the islands, from Abaco to the Acklins, and from Bimini to Eleuthera. Unlike most other sportfishing, it is good throughout the year. There are a number of ways to go about it. It s claimed that in some areas bonefish can be caught camping washington dc from the dock, or by casting into the surf, or from a skiff. camping washington dc But
Take more film than you think you ll need, along with spare batteries, camping washington dc especially if you are shooting slides. Film is expensive locally and the type you prefer might not be available, especially in the Out Islands. Use low-speed film. The fine grain of a 50 or 100 ASA film will produce the best results. A rule of thumb is: the lower the film speed, the sharper the image will be. In the inter
Nightlife Nassau and Freeport/Lucaya, with four casinos and a number of nightclubs and theaters between them, are the hot-spots for nightlife and entertainment. To experience the warm summer evenings, the colorful dress of the Ba
Fish, especially grouper, is the principal fare of the Bahamian people. It s served many ways, for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The Bahamian lobster (Americans call it crayfish) is plentiful, often large, and not as expensive as it is in the States. Try minced lobster, a mixture of shredded lobster meat cooked with tomatoes, green peppers and onions, and served in the shell.
Shelling Shelling is a hobby that can bring back memories of your vacation for years to come. Put on your swimsuit, leave the big cities behind, and go to the east end of Grand Bahama or New Providence at low tide. Wade out to the dark spots
The Islands of the Bahamas 4 New Providence 54 Nassau 66 Grand Bahama 104 The Abacos 144 Andros 188 North & South Bimini 204 Eleuthera 220 Great & Little Exuma 236 The Acklins & Crooked Island 259 The Berry Islands 263 Cat Island 268 Great Inagua 278 Long Island 282 San Salvador 295 The Turks & Caicos 312 Providenciales 319 Grand Turk 331 Cockburn 334 North Caicos 337 Middle Caicos 342
The Bahamas lie scattered across more than 100,000 square miles of the western Atlantic zumbro valley mental health Ocean. From a point roughly 70 miles east of West Palm Beach, Florida, zumbro valley mental health the great archipelago zumbro valley mental health extends some 750 miles southward toward the northern Caribbean, almost to the island of Hispaniola.
Little Water Cay is a rocky islet off Provo. Not unique as far as little islands go, except for the iguanas; there are some 2,000 of them on the island. They are friendly critters and come to meet the boats bringing visitors. They are, of course, protected. The Little Water Cay Nature Trail Program was instituted to facilitate zumbro valley mental health this. It consists of a series of boardwalks that lead into the interior of the island where you can observe the iguanas without disturbing zumbro valley mental health them. There are also several zumbro valley mental health observation towers high enough for you to get a real look at the habitat. You can visit on your own, in a rental boat, or take a guided tour with J&B Tours at Leeward Marina, 649-946-5047. The cost is $30 per person.
Atlantis Resort and one at Nassau zumbro valley mental health Marriott Resort on Cable Beach. In Freeport, one casino is at Our Lucaya. The other is at the Royal Oasis Resort & Casino. There is more information on gaming and casinos in the regional chapters.
dining, 15, 18-20, 22-23, 111; Alice Town, 214, 216; Andros, 201; Andros Town, 193; Barraterre, 245, 254; Behring Point, 203; Berry Islands, 265-266; Bimini, 206, 208; Bullock s Harbour, 265-266; Cat Island, 272-273; Cargill Creek, 203; Chub Cay, 266; Cockburn Town, 296, 298, 306; Cockburn Harbour, 348; Crooked Island, 262; Dundas Town, 152; Elbow Cay, 154, 175-176; Eleuthera, 232-233; The Exumas, 244, 247, 248, 253; Fernandez zumbro valley mental health Bay Village, 272, 275; Freeport, 131-132, 133-134, 137; Freeport Harbour 133; Fresh Creek, zumbro valley mental health 200; George Town, 242, 254; Governor s Harbour, 225, 323; Grace Bay, 326-329; Grand Bahama, 6, 105, 119, 120, 131-135; Grand Turk, 334; Great Abaco, 159, 180-181; Great Guana Cay, 176, 182; Great Harbour Cay, 266; Green Turtle Cay, 177; Gregory Town, 232; Guana Cay, 164; Harbour Island, 233-234; zumbro valley mental health Hatchet zumbro valley mental health Bay, 232; Hope Town, 176; the Inaguas, 279-280; local cuisine, 19-20; Long Island, 291-292; Man-O-War zumbro valley mental health Cay, 178; Marsh Harbour, 151, 152, 180-181, 184; Matthew Town, 279-280; Middle Caicos, 344; Mt. Thompson, 254; Nassau, 94-98, 100, 101; New Bight, 272, 273; New Plymouth 177; New Plymouth Harbour 177; North Bimini 214; North Caicos, 340; Out Islands, 19; Palmetto Point 233; Paradise Island, 97, 102; Port Lucaya, 120, 132, 134;
Sea urchins are spiky little black balls that lie on the sandy ocean floor or in nooks and crannies among coral heads in the shallow waters of the reef. Step on a sea urchin with bare feet at your peril. The spines are brittle, often barbed, and will give you a very nasty experience. Fortunately, urchins are easily seen and thus easily samuel p taylor campground avoided. Keep a sharp lookout and don t touch.
Premier Cruise Lines is the only line that includes visits to both Freeport, on Grand Bahama, and Nassau. They too offer three-and four-night itineraries on the Oceanic. samuel p taylor campground The Oceanic is a themed ship Looney Toons and, with extensive children s programs, it s ideal for families. Ships leave Port Canaveral on Friday and Monday. Rates start at around $275 per person for the three-night cruise, and $330 for the four-night option children cruise for substantially less.
pagne and lobster lunches. Most of the hotels have Hobie Cats, Sunfish or Sailfish for rent. Some even have Boston Whalers and other outboard-driven craft available. All come at a great variety grand staircase escalante of hourly or daily rates. Sometimes they are free. It s worth checking before you make your hotel reservations.
Fishy Delights Fish is prepared in a number of ways, the names of which are often confusing. Boil fish is served for breakfast. It s cooked with salt pork, green peppers and onions, and served with a generous portion of grits. Stew fish is prepared with celery, tomatoes, onions, and spices, all combined in a thick brown gravy; it is also served for breakfast. Steamed fish is cooked in a tomato base and is as tasty as it is novel.
Marine National Parks More and more, the government grand staircase escalante of the Bahamas is concerned with protecting the fragile ecosystem and expanding the national park system, especially marine parks. At the time of writing, these included
Restaurant Price Scale $. less than $20 per person $$. $20-$50 per person $$$. $50+ per person Hotels are listed in order by rate, the least expensive first. Actual rates, when not quoted within the text, are shown at the back of the book in the At a Glance section.
Premier Cruise Lines is the only line that includes visits to both Freeport, on Grand Bahama, and Nassau. They too offer three-and four-night itineraries on the Oceanic. The Oceanic is a themed ship Looney Toons and, with extensive children s programs, it s ideal for families. Ships leave Port Canaveral on Friday yosemite lakes campground and Monday. Rates start at around $275 per person for the three-night cruise, and $330 for the four-night option children cruise for substantially less.
$ Banana Boat Restaurant, at Turtle Cove Marina, is one of the most popular eateries on Provo. The cuisine is said to be international; that might be a bit of a stretch but, if you like your food plain and simple, this is the place for you. T-bone steaks, fresh fish, lobster and tuna salads, and my favorite: yosemite lakes campground conch salad. The restaurant overlooks the marina. Recommended. 649-941-5706.
the best way is to hunt them down on foot on the lonely flats of the Out Islands. This is where your guide will earn his fee. He will know where to go, what bait to use fly or jig and he ll guide you through the basics of how to fish for the ghost.
Airline Telephone Numbers Air Canada:. 888-247-2262 Air Sunshine:. 800-327-8900, fax 954-359-8211 American Airlines:. 800-433-7300 Bahamasair:. 800-222-4262, fax 305-593-6246 Bel Air Transport:. 954-524-9814, fax 954-524-0115 Delta. 800-221-1212 Gulfstream (Continental): 800-231-0856 Island Air Charters:. 800-444-9904, fax 954-760-9157 IslandExpress:. 954-359-0380, fax 954-359-7944 Lynx Air:. 954-491-7576, fax 954-491-8361 Major Air:. 242-352-5778, fax 242-352-5788 Pan Am Air Bridge:. 800-424-2557, fax 305-371-3259 SandpiperAir:. 242-328-7591, fax 242-328-5069 Twin Air:. 954-359-8266, fax 954-359-8271 USAirways Express:. 800-622-1015
Drake and Hawkins were followed by an endless stream of privateers and pirates that, by the turn of the 18th century, included such notables as Sir Henry Morgan, Blackbeard and Captain Kidd. Captain Henry Jennings established a base in the Bahamas from which to raid the Spanish treasure ships sometime around 1714. Major Stede Bonnet, a wealthy French landowner of Barbados, turned to piracy simply for the adventure. He equipped southern california campgrounds a 10-gun sloop, Revenge, and in 1717 began to raid ships off the Virginia coast. He was hanged for piracy in November 1718.
The Parthenon Hotel, Box N-4930, Nassau, southern california campgrounds 242-322-2643, $65 EP. The Pink House, Box N-1986, Nassau, 800-363-3363, $90 EP. Pirate s Cove, Box 6214, Nassau, 800-HOLIDAY, $200 EP. The Radisson Cable Beach Casino & Golf Resort,
The Bahamas, still very much steeped in their traditional British heritage, are inhabited by a hodgepodge of black and white races of African-American, Continental European, and African camping scavenger hunt origin, among others. Less than 40
Allegro Turks & Caicos and Casino. This is one of the most expensive resorts on the island, one of a chain of all-inclusive luxury hotels camping scavenger hunt based in the Dominican Republic. The best feature is its more than 900 feet on Grace Bay s top beach. Then there are the beautifully camping scavenger hunt landscaped gardens, a large pool, and cool, quiet public rooms and reception areas. The guest rooms, centered around the pool and sundeck, are all air-conditioned, have ceiling fans, tiled floors, rattan furniture, oversized bathrooms, and either patios or balconies, all with ocean views. It s very much a family-oriented resort with a good mix of people from all age groups; the kids will like the Kids on Vacation Club. There are several dining camping scavenger hunt areas one all-purpose restaurant, two open for
Eleuthera 217 History 217 Getting There 218 By Air 218 By Mail Boat 220 By Private Plane 221 By Private Boat 221 Spanish Wells 221 Harbour Island 221 Palmetto boulder beach campground Shores 221 Governor s Harbour 222 Rock Sound 222 Package Vacations 222 American FlyAAWay Vacations 222 Apple Vacations 222 Club Med 223 Getting Around 223 Island Driving Tour 224 Adventures on Water 227 Fishing 227 Boat Rentals 227 Diving 227 Best Dive Sites 228 Shipwrecks 229 Best Snorkeling Sites 229 Dive Operators 231 Where to Stay & Eat 232 Dining 232 Governor s Harbour 232 Gregory Town 232 Hatchet Bay 232 Palmetto boulder beach campground Point 233 Harbour Island 233 Accommodations 234
up the bulk of traffic. Yachts and cruisers in all sizes range from little boulder beach campground Hobie Cats to multi-million-dollar mega-yachts. The close proximity to the Florida mainland makes the crossing possible for sailors of even limited experience. Boating facilities are plentiful, diverse, and spread throughout the islands. You ll find marinas and anchorages listed throughout this book.
the best way is to hunt them down on foot on the lonely flats of the Out Islands. This is where your guide will earn his fee. He will know where to go, what bait to use fly or jig and he ll guide you through the basics of how to fish for the ghost.
The Mansions. boulder beach campground This is a private condominium complex, quite upscale, where you can, if you re lucky, rent direct from an owner. The minimum stay is one week. Not a family-oriented destination: no children under 12. Grace Bay, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos, BWI,
$ Fast Eddie s, on Airport Road, is a neat place where Americans can find the food they like best: burgers, fries, steaks and apple pie, along with a variety of Bahamian dishes that include fresh fish, pork and conch. No alcohol and no credit cards. Recommended. camping in orange county
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Climate The trade winds blow almost continuously here, creating a warm, agreeable climate that varies little throughout the year. September through May, when the temperature averages 70-75 F, is the most refreshing time to visit. The
Accommodations HOTEL Accommodations on Middle Caicos are few and far between. What s there is quite basic, with few amenities, and bordering on the primitive, but worthwhile experiences nonetheless. Here s your chance to get to know the island
Erebus camping in northern california Inn. Built in the early 1960s, camping in northern california before the tourist boom began, this is Provo s veteran inn. It looks down on Turtle Cove from its location on the cliffs. It only has 25 guest rooms, camping in northern california all of which have been renovated several times in an effort to stay up with the big boys on Grace Bay. The air-conditioned guest rooms are decorated in pastel colors, the furnishings are comfortable. Some of the units are small cottages camping in northern california apart from the main building. There are two pools, a restaurant, bar, two tennis courts, a dive shop, and a health club. It s a cozy little inn and, if you can live with the lack of glitz and newness found in most other hotels on the bay, I think you ll find it a pleasant experience; it s cheap, too. PO Box 238, Turtle Cove, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos, BWI, 649-946-4240, www.miramarresort.tc. EP from $100.
In later years, the explorers were followed by adventurers of a different sort. Pirates, corsairs, brigands, ne r-do-wells and privateers gold basin campground all drawn by the promise of easy pickings and quick riches flocked to the Bahamas in the thousands. Men such as the notorious Edward Teach (Blackbeard), Calico Jack Rakham, gold basin campground Henry Morgan, Major Bonnet, and nefarious women buccaneers such as Anne Bonney (Calico Jack s mistress), and Mary Reed scoured the seas in search of vulnerable merchant ships carrying gold, silver and jewels. gold basin campground Only slightly better were the so-called privateers, such as Francis Drake and John Hawkins, who pillaged and plundered in the name of whatever sovereign happened to be on the throne at the time.
sites in the world. The reef runs the entire 17 miles of the island s north coast. Northwest Point is a premier wall dive with a vertical drop of some 7,000 feet. On Provo itself, there are a number gold basin campground of companies that can cater to almost every need. A single dive will probably cost you $50. A two-tank dive runs around $75. PADI open water certification costs about $350.
