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 Andros - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Andros, or Andro (Greek:)Άνδρος, an island of the Greek archipelago, the most northerly of the Cyclades, approximately 10 km (6 miles) south east of Euboea, and about 3 km (about 2 miles) north of Tinos.
In the Hellenistic period Andros was contended for as a frontier-post by the two naval powers of the Aegean Sea, Macedon and Egypt.
Andros (Chora or Hora), the capital of the island, is on a headland between two beaches.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Andros   (613 words)

  
 Encyclopedia: Andros, Bahamas
Andros has a population of over six thousand and has the fewest people per unit area of all of the Bahamas.
Andros is also the home of the fabled Chickcharnie, what some believe to be an extinct species of flightless owls.
Andros is hit by a hurricane on average every two and a half years.
www.nationmaster.com /encyclopedia/Andros,-Bahamas   (839 words)

  
 Andros, Bahamas -- Facts, Info, and Encyclopedia article   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
Andros has a population of over six thousand yet it also has the fewest people per unit area of all of the Bahamas.
It is also home of the Bahama (The wood of trees cut and prepared for use as building material) Lumber Company which provides all of the Bahamas with lumber for its development.
Andros is hit by a (A severe tropical cyclone usually with heavy rains and winds moving a 73-136 knots (12 on the Beaufort scale)) hurricane average every two and a half years on average.
www.absoluteastronomy.com /encyclopedia/a/an/andros,_bahamas.htm   (529 words)

  
 ipedia.com: Andros, Bahamas Article   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
Andros Island is the largest island of the Bahamas at roughly 2300 square miles in area and 104 miles long and 40 miles wide at its widest point.
Andros has a population of over ten thousand now yet it also has the least number of people per square mile of all of the Bahamas.
Andros is hit by a hurricane an average every two and a half years.
www.ipedia.com /andros__bahamas.html   (521 words)

  
 Andros Island, Bahamas Reference Page
A coral limestone formation, Andros is dominated by thick impenetrable bush, sliced in pieces by inland waterways, inlands, cays, bights, mangroves, farm land and edged by mangrove swamp.
Andros is known as the Bonefish capital and as having the oldest dive resort in the world.
The Andros Barrier Reef, the third largest in the world and the second largest in the western hemisphere, stretches 140 miles along the east coast of the island and rims the Tongue of the Ocean, with its 6,000-foot drop-off.
islands.thebahamian.com /androsisland.html   (680 words)

  
 Andros Bahamas
Andros is also the least explored, which means that you'll be sharing space with more terns and whistling tree ducks than humans--and maybe even a chickcharnie or two, those mischievous mythical inhabitants that are exclusive to this island.
Andros is home to the second-largest reef in the Western Hemisphere, popular with divers for its blue holes and some of the deepest cave diving expeditions in the world is located here.
Andros is considered the Bonefishing Capital of the World where anglers from around the world pit there skills against the wily bonefish, and Andros flats are world-renowned for the numbers of bonefish as well as trophy-sized bonefish.
www.bahamasgateway.com /andros.htm   (441 words)

  
 Andros Bahamas
Andros Island is the largest of all the Islands (104 miles long and 40 miles wide) but has the smallest population for its size.
Andros is the largest of the Bahama islands, dwarfing the more densely populated New Providence in size almost tenfold.
Andros lies in the Atlantic Ocean and is made up of many islet and cays, comprising a North, Middle and South Bight.
thebahamasguide.com /islands/andros   (656 words)

  
 Andros, Bahamas Dive Services and Accommodations
Andros is the largest island, stretching over 100 miles from top to bottom, and 40 miles across.
Andros has three airports with service to and from the mainland as well as other islands.
In the north is San Andros, in the middle is Andros Town, and in the south in Congo Town.
www.scubayellowpages.com /destinations/bahamas/andros.htm   (277 words)

  
 The Nature Conservancy in the Bahamas - Andros Island
On land, Andros is inhabited by the Bahamian Rock Iguana, giant land crabs, the Bahamian woodstar hummingbird, and the West Indian Whistling-duck.
Andros' waters contain huge fish populations, including bonefish, blue tangs, barracudas and sergeant majors, which share the reefs with several shark species, manta rays, lobsters, queen conch, and various sponge species.
Andros is covered with acres of palm savanna that contain mahogany, Bahamian pine, palmetto, maidenhair ferns and several endemic orchids.
nature.org /wherewework/caribbean/bahamas/work/art8286.html   (459 words)

  
 Andros Island, Bahamas, history, geography, facts and activities
Andros Island, some 2300 square miles in size, is perhaps the largest tract of unexplored land in the Western hemisphere.
A coral limestone formation, Andros is dominated by thick impenetrable bush, sliced in pieces by inland waterways, and edged by mangrove swamp.
To the north are hardwood and pine forests--including Andros Pine, Mahogany (Madeira), Horseflesh, and Lignum Vitae; along the east coast are the fishing and diving grounds of the Andros Barrier Reef.
www.the-bahama-islands.com /androsinfo.html   (760 words)

  
 Bahamas Hotels, Bahamas Hotel, Bahamas Resort, Bahamas Resorts
Small Hope Bay Lodge Andros Bahamas all inclusive is perfect for scuba divers, snorkelers, fisherman, eco-minded visitors, and those who want nothing but to rest, relax, and rediscover.
We are an informal Andros Bahamas resort with 20 cabins right on the beach - all have a view of the sea.
Coconut Cove Exuma Bahamas hotel is an intimate and romantic island get-away...an oasis nestled in palm groves and lush tropical flora.
www.the-bahamas-hotels.com   (1678 words)

  
 Bahamas / Andros
argest of the many Islands of The Bahamas (104 x 40 miles), mysterious, mangrove-choked Andros is also the least explored, which means that you'll be sharing space with more terns and whistling tree ducks than humans--and maybe even a chickcharnie or two, those mischievous mythical inhabitants that are exclusive to this island.
Andros even has its own "Loch Ness Monster," a dragon-like sea monster called the Lusca.
Most of the major towns in Andros are scattered along its northeastern coast.
www.geographia.com /bahamas/bsanin01.htm   (262 words)

  
 Andros Island Bahamas Bonefish Charter Guide
Most folks come to Andros for the fishing and return because the Androsians are a relaxed, friendly and wonderful people, helpful to those they meet and polite to all.
Andros is truely one of the last unspoiled "get-away" destinations and yet it's only minutes from Nassau and Florida.
Andros cools to the sixties in the winter months, and warms to the low eighties in midday in the summer.
www.capecodoutdoors.com /AndrosB1.html   (1783 words)

  
 Andros Island, Bahamas - Air Charter Bahamas
Andros was once populated by the Lucayan Indians who eventually were replaced by the settling Europeans.
Andros hailed as the wrecking base for the infamous pirate, Captain Morgan.
Andros has four airports; to the north, San Andros, in the center, Andros Town, and to the south, Mangrove Cay and Congo Town.
www.aircharterbahamas.com /pages/andros.html   (345 words)

  
 Bahamas diving - Bahamas all inclusive - Andros Bahamas
Andros Bahamas is also home to some of the best bonefishing in the world!
Andros Bahamas has an intriguing eco structure with many wonders to investigate.
This small, Bahamas all-inclusive resort is the most established dive resort in the Caribbean.
the-bahamas-hotels.com /shb   (399 words)

  
 andros island bahamas   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
Tiamo Resorts is a luxury nature resort in Andros Island, the Bahamas famous for secluded beach bungalows, romantic honeymoon vacations, bonefishing,...
Andros Island, Bahamas is a world apart from the crowds.
Bahamas aircraft charters - Private air charter to the Bahamas Islands and the Caribbean.
www.carribean-bahamas-2005-2006.com /3/andros-island-bahamas.html   (294 words)

  
 Andros Island Bahamas Golf   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
Andros is the largest island in The Bahamas, featuring a large creek system mysterious, mangrove-choked, bays, bights and inlets.
Andros, the largest of the Bahamas islands, is located...
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www.travel-tropical.info /bahamas/1/andros-island--bahamas-golf.html   (243 words)

  
 Bahama law, real estate ownership and investment, taxation, import-export regulations
While The Bahamas has not yet enacted environmental legislation as extensive as that in the United States, the BIA will require a full accounting of the environmental impact of new industrial or agricultural schemes and will not approve projects which would be unable to pass United States environmental standards.
The Bahamas Development Bank (BD) was created to assist Bahamians in establishing new businesses or expanding existing concerns through the provision of concessionary funding and technical assistance, for projects which generate jobs and which contribute to the economic growth and development of The Bahamas.
Bahamas 'Business customs: The national language of The Bahamas is English, sometimes spoken with a distinctive local accent and the use of colorful local expressions.
www.go-abacos.com /news/realestlaw.html   (11445 words)

  
 Abaco Bahamas Vacation Rental Villa at Little Harbour
The Bahamas Backroads Villa is an ideal vacation getaway cottage for families or groups of fly fishing friends who prefer the flexibility of being fully in charge of their vacation itinerary.
Bahamas Backroads Villa rental features one of the only rental properties in the Bahamas with a private tennis court, dock and a private beach!
Nestled on a small peninsula in the secluded community of Little Harbour in the Abaco chain of the Bahamas, the three-bedroom, air conditioned villa overlooks the ocean on one side and a huge bay on the backside.
www.bahamasvacationsonline.com   (580 words)

  
 Andros Town, Bahamas - Air Charter Bahamas
Fresh Creek Carill Creek, and Behring Point is located in the middle of Andros, the largest island in the Bahamas.
Central Andros is dominated by two fishing camps; Stafford Creek Lodge and Andros Island Bone Fishing Club.
Whether you are traveling (vacation or business) to Bimini, Bahamas, the outer Islands, Caribbean or Turks and Caicos Islands.
www.aircharterbahamas.com /pages/androstown.html   (493 words)

  
 Travel Guide - Andros - Bahamas   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
Andros is the largest island in the Bahamas and is a favourite for scuba divers and fishermen.
However, it is the underwater life that really makes Andros unique; it has the world's third largest reef running along its east coast for 167 miles (269km).
The colourful assortment of fish life just beneath the surface and the blue holes and canyons which plunge down as deep as 200ft (61m) make this a truly spectacular place to explore whether you dive, snorkel or fish.
www.wordtravels.com /Attractions/Countries/Bahamas   (283 words)

  
 FISHING IN THE BAHAMAS-ANDROS-GREAT ABACO-ACKLINS-MAYAGUANA
Many of you are already familiar with these wondrous islands of limestone and coral that stretch nearly 700 miles, from a point just off Florida to the coast of Haiti.
The aboriginal inhabitants welcomed the Bahamas first visitors on October 12th, 1492 as Christopher Columbus landed on the island of San Salvador.
Remote and beautiful islands like Andros and Abaco are the main draw for fishing enthusiasts.
www.fishinginternational.com /location/bahamas.htm   (437 words)

  
 Fly Fishing Rentals on Abaco Island, Bahamas
From the shores of the Bahama Backroads Villa property the expansive flats of Robinson's Bight beckon fly fishing.
It is possible to wade in the shallows when the tide is running and cast for bones that can tip the scales to as much as seven or eight pounds or heavier.
The Bahama Backroads villa offers as many as eight anglers a range of options in accommodation.
www.bahamasvacationsonline.com /abaco-fly-fishing.htm   (733 words)

  
 Bahamas Guide - Travel, Vacation, Business, Real Estate and Investment Guide to the Islands of the Bahamas   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
TheBahamasGuide.com is your independent portal to Bahamas travel, investment and business in the Islands of the Bahamas, with restaurant reviews, hotel information, breaking news, exclusive discounts and promotions, and much, much, more...
According to the Bahamas Tourism office the Islands of the Bahamas is unique with their individual character and charm--and their is some truth to this.
With pearly white sandy beaches, a sub-tropical climate, and plenty of ocean front property, real estate is booming in the Bahamas, as thousands of Americans, Europeans, and Asians are also discovering that the Bahamas is the best place to buy their second or third home.
www.thebahamasguide.com   (487 words)

  
 Bahamas fishing, Bahamas bonefishing, Bahamas sportfishing
Lil B Fishing Freeport Bahamas Reef fishing 7 days a week, personalized combo tour with variety of activities, romantic tour, small groups of 2-4, personalized service from captain, reasonable rates.
SeaView Lodge is an ideal resort for visiting Long Island or Bahamas Bonefishing lovers in the Bahamas.
Bahamas sportfishing with First Class Charters, for the tournament fisherman and his team or the Novice Fisherman that wants to learn the art and skill of Bahamas Blue Water Fishing.
www.the-bahamas-fishing.com   (1134 words)

  
 Andros, pheromone - Andros Hotels Greece - Hotels in Andros, Studios, Apartments
Andros Island, in the Bahamas Out Islands, is famous for bonefishing, diving, secluded beaches and Tiamo, a Caribbean beach resort in South Andros.
Andros on Ballet is a collection of articles about ballet history and classical ballet technique.
Andros, or Andro, an island of the Greek archipelago, the most northerly of Andros, the capital, on the east coast, contained about 2000 inhabitants in
pheromone.allinfosites.com /q/pheromone-andros.htm   (676 words)

  
 san andros andros island bahamas   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
At 2300 square miles, Andros is the largest and least-explored island in The...
Andros Island is the largest of all the Islands (104 miles long and 40 miles wide) but has...
San Andros - Nicholl's Town, is located on the north end of the island.
www.carribean-bahamas-2005-2006.com /53/san-andros-andros-island-bahamas.html   (383 words)

  
 Tranquility Hill Fishing Lodge, Andros Bahamas   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
This newly constructed Fishing Lodge is at the eastern entrance of the North Bight Andros Island, Bahamas (The Sleeping Giant); you are just minutes away from the Middle and South Bights where there are miles and miles of virgin flats, teaming with trophy size bonefish.
There are numerous creeks and lakes where you may capture a record size Tarpon, Grey Snapper and Jacks in fresh water lakes.
Once in Andros Town you will be met by a representative of Tranquility Hill Lodge.
www.bahamas-mon.com /hotels/tranquil   (458 words)

  
 Orange Hill Beach Inn - Our family welcomes you to our hotel and Nassau Bahamas
Welcome to Orange Hill Beach Inn, your Bahamas hotel destination with the charm of the family islands and all the conveniences of home.
Set on a hilltop overlooking the ocean, the hotel is 50 steps from a sandy beach and the crystal clear water of the Bahamas.
New Providence island (Nassau - Bahamas) is the perfect spot for a week-long family vacation, a long weekend away or an overnight stay before you travel to one of the Bahamian out-islands.
www.orangehill.com   (393 words)

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