Nassau

The capital and largest city in the Bahamas is Nassau which is located in new providence.

The Islands of the Bahamas has one of the best tropical climates on the face of the earth which is moderated by the Gulf Stream which translates to beautiful sunny days for it's tourist and natives of Bahamas.

Places to visit:

The capital of The Bahamas, Nassau, stands on New Providence Island. In the capital, tourists can shop in the bustling 'straw market', where local vendors create unique straw goods on the spot, or the more sophisticated shops in Bay Street. The 18th-century Fort Charlotte on West Bay Street has a moat, open battlements, dungeons and a magnificent view of the harbor. The nearby Ardastra Gardens have tropical flowers and pink flamingos. The Queen's Staircase, at the top of Elizabeth Avenue, is a 40m- (102ft-) climb up steps carved into the limestone leading to Fort Fincastle and the Water Tower. Built in 1793, Fort Fincastle is in the shape of a ship's bow. The Water Tower is the highest point on the island, 85m (216ft) above sea level. An elevator takes visitors to an observation deck for panoramic views. Many bars, restaurants and discos can be found along Cable Beach, a 2.5 mile-long stretch of golden sand, located just 3 miles outside the city. Paradise Island boasts some beautiful beaches, a 14-acre aquarium, 34 acres of beautiful landscaped gardens, the Caribbean's largest casino and a multitude of resorts.

Day Time Fun and Night Life:

Sunbathing, diving, fishing and boating are the main daytime amusements on these islands. If the nightlife is what you like then Bahamas has more than enough for you to indulge in, Club Waterloo housed in a Bahamian mansion boasts both indoor and outdoor party areas. There are large disco areas and five bars that keep everyone happy. If you love Casino's then you'll love Bahamas, The Atlantic Resort and Casino on Paradise Island alone is over 50,000 square feet and illuminated with 1,100 slot machines, blackjack tables, baccarat, craps, and Caribbean stud poker gaming areas along with variety of great restaurants surround the casino. Another great late night spot is Pure nightlife an exclusive VIP ultra-lounge. Indulge yourself with elegance and style while relaxing to a smooth fusion of beautiful music. To get a good deal on tickets visit expedia.com to book your flight, and if cruising to paradise is your ideal way of travel then visit cruisedirect.com to plan your supreme vacation.