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  Bahamas / Nassau & Paradise Island
Welcome to Nassau, bustling hub of The Bahamas since the shipwrecking days of the legendary pirate Blackbeard.
Nassau is home to weatherbeaten, ancient forts; elegant, noble architecture; and fine local and international crafts and goods, from handmade lengths of batik to Rolex watches.
After golfing or tennis or swimming, why not try some of the native cuisine of The Bahamas: Conch fritters, grouper fingers, peas 'n' rice, boiled fish, johnnycake and guava duff are just a few of the tasty dishes, all of which go just right with a tropical drink in your hand.
www.geographia.com /bahamas/bsnpin01.htm   (768 words)

  
  Nassau, Bahamas - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Nassau was founded by the British in the mid-17th century as Charles Towne, but it was renamed to Nassau after William III of Orange-Nassau in 1695.
Nassau was subjected to numerous attempted invasions by the Spanish during the late 18th century, and in 1776 it was captured and briefly held by American revolutionaries.
Nassau International Airport, the major airport for the Bahamas, is located in Nassau, and has daily flights to major cities in the USA, Canada, the UK, and the Caribbean.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Nassau,_Bahamas   (219 words)

  
 Nassau, Bahamas   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-31)
But of course, the island of Nassau is so much more - it is an antidote for people needing relief from the day-to-day hassles and stress of life in "the real world," where the concern is not which reef to visit but which bill to pay.
But Nassau's rich history is really the history of the Bahamas as a whole one of resilience, one of pride.
But Prohibition was deemed a failure largely due to the bootlegging and Nassau's prosperity came to an end with the end of the liquor ban in the US At the time, bootlegging was a major industry in Nassau, and island residents were left somewhat impoverished when Prohibition came to an end in 1933.
worldfacts.us /Bahamas-Nassau.htm   (1940 words)

  
 Nassau, Bahamas
Nassau is busy, congested and far from relaxing, but it is great for reprovisioning, shopping, and sightseeing.
Nassau Harbour Club, although farther east than the other marinas, is operated in conjunction with a nice hotel, restaurant and lounge.
Nassau is as different from Abaco as you will find anywhere in the Bahamas.
www.abacoguide.net /nassau.htm   (2547 words)

  
 Nassau Bahamas - Vacation Travel Guide from Bahamas-Travel.info
Located on the island of New Providence, Bahamas, Nassau is the capital city and has been the centerpiece of this island nation since the shipwrecking days of Blackbeard the pirate.
A busy hub of international commerce and finance, Nassau is the most cosmopolitan city in the Bahama islands, the seat of government and a vibrant center for tourism, as well as world-class entertainment.
Prized for its safe harbour, Nassau Bahamas made history which has been preserved nicely in Victorian mansions displaying elegant noble architecture, cathedrals, weather-beaten 18th-century forts and a hand-carved Queen's Staircase, whose 66 steps lead to a view of the island not to be missed.
www.bahamas-travel.info /nassau.htm   (915 words)

  
 Nassau Bahamas
Nassau, the capital of The Bahamas, located on New Providence Island offers a variety of experiences from non-stop excitement to peaceful relaxation.
Nassau is the center of industry, commerce and communications and presents a special charm which captures the elegance of the old world while at the same time incorporating up-to-the-minute modern features.
New Providence is home to Nassau--the nation's capital is the center of industry and commerce in the Bahamas and serves an interesting blend of old world colonial architecture, vast straw markets, and an abundance of people combined with sophisticated new world luxury reminiscent of the 007 movies.
www.thebahamasguide.com /islands/nassau/default.htm   (533 words)

  
 Clyde's Nassau Bahamas Hotels with Information on Night Clubs, Restaurants, Fishing and Scuba Diving. 05-05
Graced with beautiful beaches of pink sand, evocative windswept panoramas and countless opportunities for diving, snorkeling and fishing, the islands of the Bahamas are well established as one of the world's top draws for both intrepid explorers and casual vacationers.
In total, the Bahamas include around seven hundred islands, no more than thirty of which are inhabited, as well as smaller cays (pronounced "keys") and rocks - an impressive arc stretching from just beyond the Atlantic coast of Florida to the outlying waters of Cuba, where Great Inagua lies only sixty miles offshore.
Nassau Bahamas Real Estate is available in the Bahamas.
www.bahamas-hotels-info.com   (615 words)

  
 Nassau Bahamas Vacations From $49   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-31)
Nassau that secure blocks of rooms up to a year in advance for big discounts we pass on to you.
Nassau Bahamas has a warm, agreeable climate which varies little year-round.
The coolest time to take a vacation to one of the Bahamas islands or a Nassau Bahamas vacation is from September through May when the temperature averages 70-75 degrees.
bahamas-vacation-4u.com /nassau.htm   (351 words)

  
 Nassau Bed And Breakfast Nassau Bahamas Bed And Breakfast Nassau Bahamas Accommodations
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The property was recently built to echo the traditions of an old Bahamian home: wood floors and wood ceilings, louvered shutters and a large wrap around porch bring the visitors back to a quieter time long ago when the music of the islands could be heard in the whispers of the trade winds.
A STONE'S THROW AWAY is a Bed And Breakfast in Nassau Bahamas, a the perfect Bed And Breakfast in Nassau.
www.astonesthrowaway.com   (186 words)

  
 Nassau, Bahamas
For many years, Nassau was a home base for notorious pirates, and it was burned to the ground by the Spanish three different times.
After passing beautiful beaches, luxury hotels and the bustling Nassau harbor, you will arrive at the reef area, where the friendly crew open up the viewing glass and describe the colorful underwater sights.
Nassau Certified Scuba 2 Tank: When in Nassau, Scuba divers have the opportunity to explore Nassau's famous reefs on a two-tank dive.
cruises.cheapcaribbean.com /caribbean_cruises.asp?pageID=467   (1353 words)

  
 Nassau Bahamas Port Review
English is the official language in Nassau and the Bahamian Dollar (equivalent to a US Dollar) is the currency.
New Providence Island, just one of the 700 islands that comprise the Bahamas, is home to Nassau, the Bahamian nation’s capital.
A walking tour of Nassau will provide the opportunity to visit Fort Charlotte complete with moat, dungeons and a view of the harbor, and then take the 66 steps of the unique Queen’s Staircase to Bennett’s Hill and Fort Fincastle.
www.caribbeanportreviews.com /NassauBahamas.htm   (1686 words)

  
 Nassau international airport, Nassau airport by Caribbean Way
There are a number of airports located on the islands of the Bahamas, but only two handle longer flights coming from outside of the Caribbean - Nassau International Airport on New Providence Island and Freeport Airport on Grand Bahama.
Of these, the Nassau airport, located just 10 miles from the capital city, receives the bulk of North American traffic from major carriers, including daily flights originating in Florida and flights coming in from New York and Philadelphia several times weekly.
From Nassau International Airport there should be no problem reaching the outer islands, which are all well equipped with landing strips to accommodate small planes.
bahamas.caribbeanway.com /airport.asp   (239 words)

  
 Nassau Bahamas
From tribal Indians to pirates, from explorers to slave traders, the Bahamas are steeped in centuries of rich and fascinating history.
Catch the spirit in Nassau, the bustling hub of the Bahamas since the days of the legendary pirate 'Black beard'.
This area is also the dock for mailboats which transport passengers, livestock and goods between Nassau and the Family Islands.
www.bahamasgateway.com /nassau.htm   (681 words)

  
 Bahamas Hotel - Nassau Beach Hotel Bahamas
The Nassau Beach Hotel is situated directly on a gorgeous 3,000 square foot sandy white beach, next door to the Wyndham Resort and Crystal Palace Casino.
The Nassau Beach Hotel offers a range of rooms to allow for every budget, from our standard garden view rooms to the Luxurious Penthouse Suite.
Whether you're looking for a relaxing family vacation, or the hottest nightlife in Nassau, we are sure our hotel will provide you with everything you need for an unforgettable experience.
www.southtravels.com /america/bahamas/nassaubeachhotel/index.html   (634 words)

  
 Cruise Critic Destinations: Nassau
A laidback tropical island with copious amounts of candy-pink colonial (and sometimes funky) charm, Nassau is the capital of the Commonwealth of the Bahamas -- and the largest city on New Providence, one of its smaller islands.
A market is being built closer to its old location (after the original was destroyed in a fire in 2001) and is scheduled to open in early 2005.
The official residence of the governor-general of the Bahamas since 1801, this bubble-gum-pink mansion is an excellent example of Bahamian-British and American Colonial architecture.
www.cruisecritic.com /ports/newport.cfm?ID=3   (1743 words)

  
 Travellers Rest, Nassau Bahamas Restaurant - Nassau Bahamas seafood
This Nassau Bahamas restaurant and bar opened its doors 30 years ago and long since has become a favourite Nassau restaurant and watering hole.
The Bahamas is comprised of approximately 700 islands.
The Flamingo and the Marlin are both on the Bahamas National Crest.
www.the-bahamas-restaurants.com /travellersrest   (394 words)

  
 Air Charter Flights - Nassau, New Providence - Air Charter Bahamas
Nassau, the epicenter of the Bahamas, plays host to 2/3 of the Bahamas population.
Nassau has adopted many U.S. traditions and customs with respect to their commerce and industrialized way of life.
Whether you are traveling (vacation or business) to Bimini, Bahamas, the outer Islands, Caribbean or Turks and Caicos Islands.
www.aircharterbahamas.com /pages/nassau.html   (417 words)

  
 Nassau Bahamas
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 Bahamas Activities > Tours > Things To Do > Excursions > Nassau | Freeport
The Bahamas are a wildly popular tourist destination, both as a port of call for cruise ships and for those looking for a relaxing, exciting, and luxurious vacation.
Nassau Bahamas and Freeport Grand Bahamas are filled with Activities, Tours and Attractions to enjoy both during the daytime and at night, and is home to some of the finest resorts anywhere.
When traveling to any new place, it is always best to know some basic information about your destination in order to make your visit as stress-free and enjoyable as possible.
www.bestonbahamas.com   (449 words)

  
 Wyndham Nassau Resort & Crystal Palace Casino   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-31)
A haven in the Bahamas where you can escape from the hectic world, the Wyndham Nassau Resort and Crystal Palace Casino is a tropical paradise waiting to be discovered.
Just minutes from the Nassau International Airport, Wyndham Nassau Resort is conveniently located near downtown Nassau, shopping and most other island tourist attractions.
At Wyndham Nassau Resort, you can enjoy the charm of the tropics, along with the superior service and style Wyndham is renowned for.
www.wyndham.com /hotels/NASBS/main.wnt   (248 words)

  
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Nassau, capital city of The Islands of The Bahamas, resides on New Providence Island, neighbor to Paradise Island.
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