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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 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.

If you want to visit one of the more remote islands, 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. You ll find options listed throughout this book.

Other than fish, most of the food eaten on the islands is imported, which makes it somewhat expensive. While restaurants on the Out Islands tend to serve mostly Bahamian foods, more and more American fare is making its way onto Bahamian tables. You can find a good steak or prime rib and the inevitable French mi te jo fries at most of the popular restaurants in Nassau and Freeport. And almost all of the American fast-food chains are represented: McDonalds, Burger King, KFC.