RE: Travel with me #78 : A visit to the magnificent Rose Island, Sandy Toes and snorkeling with Lion Fish!

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Travel with me #78 : A visit to the magnificent Rose Island, Sandy Toes and snorkeling with Lion Fish!

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Hello @sweetsssj
A hub for explorers, merchants, colonists, and invaders, the history of The Bahamas is long and engaging, but because of its magnificent enclaves, amazing underwater caves, and crystal clear waters, we’ve chosen this Caribbean paradise for our next escapade. Below you’ll find a selection of the best islands within The Bahamas that cater to all tastes.

1. The Exumas
With more than 100 square miles and 365 cays, Exuma is a popular location to go yachting, sailing, or diving, and to explore caves and coral reefs. Divided into three main islands, the Exumas proper encompass Little Exuma and Great Exuma, which are connected by a bridge, and the Exuma Cays.

Frequently visited by Jackie Onassis because of their exquisite landscapes and secluded beaches, the Exumas have been a popular location for films, including James Bond’s Thunderball and Johnny Depp’s Pirates of the Caribbean. In fact, Depp himself owns a house there. But even if you can’t afford your own villa in the Exumas, don’t worry, as there are several great hotels you can stay including Tuquoise Cay on Little Exuma, Grand Isle Resort and Spa, and the more laid back Coral Gardens B&B.

Attractions: Thunderball Grotto, the Starfish Reserve, Shroud Cay.

How to get there: You can fly to the Exuma International Airport and then use ferry and "puddle hoppers" to move around the islands.

2. The Abandon
Located at the northern end of the Bahamian island chain, the Abaco Islands, like the Exumas, are made up of a series of cays which connect two main islands: Great Abaco and Little Abaco. Boasting six national park, they are a unique destination if you’re looking to relax and immerse yourself in the splendor of natural surroundings. And if you plan to stay on the Abacos, we recommend you choose between Treasure Cay Beach Marina & Golf Resort, Lofty Fig Villas, or Abaco Club on Winding Bay.

Attractions: Elbow Cay, Great Guana Cay, Treasure Cay Beach, Abaco National Park.

How to get there: You can fly to either Marsh Harbour Airport or Treasure Cay Airport and then use ferry services to reach the cays.

3. Paradise
Formerly known as Hog Island and located off the shore of Nassau the capital city of the Bahamas on New Providence Island Paradise Island is a crown jewel of The Bahamas. The area offers a perfect blend of relaxation and entertainment, and being a stone’s throw away from Nassau and its famous nightlife, Paradise Island is the perfect launching ground for a night on the town. Among the great selection of places to stay in The Bahamas, Paradise Island’s Atlantis Resort is likely the most famous of them all, and in many ways Atlantis offers a world all its own. Cabbage Beach, with its enchanting sunset views, is right around the corner, but the best activities you can enjoy in this island are linked to the all-encompassing Atlantis Resort.

Attractions: Predator Lagoon, Dolphin Cay, Marine Habitat all at Atlantis Resort.

How to get there: Fly to Lynden Pindling International Airport and then use the daily ferry service from Nassau to Paradise Island. You can also walk or drive the short distance from Downtown Nassau to Atlantis Resort.

4. Eleuthera
Located east of Nassau, this thin and long island gets its name from the Greek word eleutheros (free), so one might say Eleuthera represents freedom.

And in fact, with its breathtaking coral reefs and pink sand beaches of the Spanish Wells, Eleuthera offers a genuine sense of freedom from the everyday world. Ranked among the 25 Sexiest Beaches in the World, this island has access both to the Caribbean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean. Eleuthera is also home to small quaint villages and great restaurants where you can taste its famous local lobster dishes. From great food to a magnificent nature preserve and beautiful rolling beaches, Eleuthera is a must-see among the Out Islands of the Bahamas.

Top hotels in the area include: The Cove Eleuthera, Squires Estate if you’re looking for some old world charm, and Rainbow Inn.

Attractions: Leon Levy Nature Plant Preserve, Glass Window, French Leave Beach.

[Source]https://www.triphobo.com/blog/best-islands-in-bahamas
Thank you @sweetsssj

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Perfect beautiful lady with perfect shot with perfect location with perfect weather

You look like a model, great pictures. Your post includes a lot of good places.

Very nice, Will be looking forward to your posts. Up-voted: hope you will visit my blog

nice article

Wow!! You have out done yourself again.. thank you for digging up this really informative article about these places I just visited!!

sweetsssj, normally I get sunburned when the sea is involved
but this post is too hot my eyes are burning :)haha
beautiful pics!

very very beautifulllll!!!!!!

UFF me encantaron estos paisajes y la chica tambien esta linda, me gustaria ir algun dia