Golden beaches, bright sun, blue sky, colorful umbrellas, turquoise sea, beautiful people and cocktails are just a few words to describe an infinite, lazy and carefree summer. The period of total relaxation and indulging in beauty may be fulfilled with those things. If you do not want snow and low temperatures, there is a place where you can enjoy the sun at any time of the year. That destination is the Bahamas.
If you need a little pampering and relaxation then the Bahamas is definitely what you need. The climate of the Bahamas is a tropical which means you will never be cold or too hot because of the winds. The Bahamas is one of the most beautiful places in the world that is worth visiting at least once in a lifetime. If you have opportunity, do not miss it.
Ancient Lithified Bahamian Dune
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Sunset on Grand Bahama
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Bahamas officially known as Commonwealth of the Bahamas is an island country in the Atlantic Ocean. It is situated north of Cuba and Hispaniola, northwest of the Turks and Caicos Islands, southeast of the U.S. state of Florida and east of the Florida Keys. This beautiful small country consists of 29 islands, about 661 small sandy islands and 2.387 small, rocky islands. It has a population of about 380,000 inhabitants. English is the official language which is understood from whole population. Official currency is Bahamian dollar which has an equivalent value to the US dollar.
Nassau Harbour Lighthouse
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There is a mix from European and African culture as a result of the slave trade. At the Bahamas you can find the most diverse food and if you go there do not miss to try local specialties and seafood. Bahamas offer beautiful beaches and crystal clear water of the Atlantic Ocean that provides all kinds of water sports. Also Bahamas are a great destination for young people because of the beach parties which are well known throughout the world.
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Image by Norm Lanier via Flickr