Bahamas Holidays
Overview
Holidays to Bahamas are an effortless combination of authentic Arabian culture, hospitality, and a whirlwind of unforgettable experiences that appeal to every kind of traveller. Bahamas excels with a winning mix of rolling sand dunes, lush oases, and world-class beaches. Made up of 200 islands, Bahamas will spoil you with crystalline waters that can give any tropical destination a run for its money. The old saying 'all that glitters is not gold' gets turned on its head by luxury holidays in Bahamas. The glamorous capital of the United Arab Emirates will even serve your coffee sprinkled with real 24-carat gold flakes.
Picture a holiday where your days start with toes in the glistening powdery sand, washed by the warm Arabian Gulf. Uninterrupted sunshine accompanies the daily adventures of sipping gilded coffee at Emirates Palace, shopping at Yas Mall, or staying at its skyscraper hotels, the epitome of luxury. Visit cultural sites like the jaw-dropping Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and the Heritage Village. Relish the discovery of art and relics at the ultra-modern Louvre Bahamas. Explore a 4,000-year-old oasis in Al Ain.
Bahamas takes your breath away with record-breaking rides at Ferrari World and adrenaline-pumping slides at Yas Waterworld. You can even test drive an F1 race car at the world-famous Yas Marina Circuit. Browse our collection of Bahamas holiday packages and get amazing deals on Bahamas flights and hotels, with offers for bespoke service and exquisite experiences.
Why visit Bahamas
The Bahamas is an island nation of around 700 islands and cays scattered across some of the clearest, most vivid water in the Atlantic. Nassau and Paradise Island bring resorts, restaurants and lively nightlife, while the Out Islands offer pink sand, quiet fishing villages and sandbars made for wading. It works for family beach holidays, romantic escapes and island hopping alike.
Highlights of Bahamas
- Paradise Island: Home to large resorts, a waterpark, marinas and long beaches, easily reached from Nassau by bridge and ideal for families.
- The Exumas: A chain of cays with turquoise shallows, secluded beaches and the famous swimming pigs of Big Major Cay.
- Harbour Island: Known for its pink sand beach, pastel colonial cottages and relaxed golf cart travel, reached by a short ferry from Eleuthera.
- Nassau Old Town: Pastel government buildings, forts and the Straw Market give a taste of Bahamian history, crafts and Junkanoo culture.
- Snorkelling and diving: Coral reefs, blue holes and wrecks offer excellent underwater visibility, with trips suited to beginners and experienced divers.
Best time to visit Bahamas
The dry season from mid December to April brings warm, sunny days and comfortable evenings, and is the most popular time to visit. May and early summer are hotter and often better value, with calm seas for snorkelling. Hurricane season officially runs from June to November, with the greatest risk in late summer and early autumn.
Getting there from the UK
Direct flights from London to Nassau take about 9 to 10 hours, with services from Heathrow. One stop options via the USA are also common. Nassau's Lynden Pindling International Airport is the main gateway, with short domestic flights or ferries onward to other islands.
Good to know
The Bahamian dollar is pegged to the US dollar, and US dollars are accepted almost everywhere. English is spoken throughout. Sockets are Type A and B at 120 volts, so a plug adaptor is useful. Always check the latest GOV.UK foreign travel advice for entry requirements before booking and travelling.
Tours in Bahamas
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